FirstSpear Friday Focus: Fast Rope Mitt Built for professional users who demand reliability in high-risk insertions, the FirstSpear FAST ROPE MITT (FRM) delivers purpose-driven protection in a compact, minimalist package. Designed specifically for Fast Rope operations, the FRM is constructed from 100% Berry Compliant “roper” cow leather and advanced Kovenex materials for superior abrasion resistance,…
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe was selected as the 21st Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force on Nov. 6. His valuable experience and proven performance make him a key addition to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach’s leadership team. “Chief Wolfe has been my wingman, advisor…
Leonardo and Rheinmetall: First Contract to Supply Armoured Vehicles for the Italian Army The temporary grouping of companies Leonardo and Rheinmentall, as part of the Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles Joint Venture (50% Leonardo and 50% Rheinmetall AG), was awarded the first supply contract for 21 vehicles “A2CS Combat” for the Italian Army. The delivery of…
Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing Launches the Cole Exclusive Beretta 688 with Upgraded Furniture NAPLES, Fla. – November 5, 2025 – Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing, a leading premium firearms retailer, is proud to introduce the Cole Exclusive Beretta 688 with walnut furniture. Utilizing its unique partnership with stock producers in Italy, Cole Gunsmithing now…
Vortex Celebrates Service with Veterans Day Gathering Vortex® invites veterans to a morning of appreciation at its Barneveld headquarters. BARNEVELD, Wis. – This Veterans Day, we’re opening our doors at Vortex® to say thank you. From 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. on November 11th, veterans and active-duty service members are invited to stop by our headquarters showroom…
Galvion and South 8 Technologies Sign Letter of Intent to Collaborate on Lithium-ion Battery Technology for Extreme Cold Environments Galvion, a global leader in the design and manufacture of intelligent power and data management solutions, innovative head systems and integrated soldier systems, today announced it has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with South 8…
KommandoStore – Strelka Defender 2 Armor Vest The latest addition to KommandoStore’s high quality line of Strelka reproductions is the Defender 2 armor vest. Currently offered for preorder with delivery in January 2026, this is the vest created in response to lessons learned during the early 90s conflict in Chechnya. In fact, this model is…
Soldiers from 1st Battalian, the Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR), achieved gold at this year’s Exercise Cambrian Patrol, proving why they are Australia’s best. Wind howled through the Welsh hills as the Australian infantry section stepped off into darkness for the biggest challenge of their careers. Ahead lay unforgiving terrain, freezing water crossings and a gauntlet…
ZeroTech Optics, a global leader in precision sporting optics, is proud to announce its attendance at CanCon 2025 Nov. 7-8 at the Clinton House Plantation in SC—the nation’s premier suppressed-shooting event. Known for innovation and rugged dependability, ZeroTech Optics will present its newest lineup of riflescopes, red dots, binos, and spotters—each designed to deliver unmatched…
NEWINGTON, N.H., (November 5, 2025) – SIG SAUER, a leading manufacturer of advanced firearms, optics, and ammunition, is pleased to announce the recent approval and authorization of new parts and accessories for the M17 (full size) and M18 (compact) pistols as part of the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS) Program. This authorization simplifies procurement,…