For the past 5 years or so Direct Action has been showing the world that gear designed in Poland can keep up with the best of the West. Their system-oriented design approach, combined with a real understanding of the dynamics and ergonomics of the intersection of operator and equipment, they’re innovations in advanced materials, and […]
200 British Paratroopers from 2 PARA and the Pathfinders, recently deployed into Qasr Al Hallabat, spearheading as the Lead Assault Force in Joint Theatre Entry Global Response Force. The paras jumped into a desert drop zone in Jordan, which was described as, ‘the biggest jump into this region since the 1956 Suez crisis’ – according […]
Prometheus Design Werx has introduced their new expedition grade, field short with low profile cargo pockets in Technical Ripstop Nylon – the Delta Cargo Short TRS – for Summer 2021. The Delta Cargo Short TRS is designed for rigorous and protracted adventures and exploration. Constructed in a new, 6.13oz, technical, 4-way stretch Technical Ripstop nylon […]
Just in time for summer, Terrain 365™ releases the Otter Flip-AT version of their popular Otter Slipjoint – featuring their dendritic cobalt Terravantium™ alloy and a fast opening flipper tab. This compact folder is quick, light, and engineered for use in any environment on land and even under water, without ever rusting, pitting or staining. […]
Our friends at Kitanica have a lot of new products that have dropped this month, and they are also providing free shipping within the US all month long! Check out all these new goodies… See all the goodness at Kitanica.net […]
Primary Arms Optics is proud to announce that their SLx® MD-25 Micro Red Dot with ACSS® CQB Reticle was recommended for duty-use following extensive testing with the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA). The NTOA is one of America’s preeminent voices for Law Enforcement products and equipment, leveraging their network of expert evaluators with real-world trials […]
If you’re a regular reader you’ll know that we have a bit of a thing for Old Skool Heckler & Koch roller-delayed blowback small arms – especially the somewhat forgotten 5.56 NATO branch of the family tree… The HK53 is certainly one of the most famous members of the family, serving for quite a few […]
This is a great short film from The OSS Society that tells the story of Allied special forces, Free French Forces, and the French Resistance. Their daring exploits helped win the battle of Normandy, and change the course of World War II. hat tip to Mykel Hawke for the heads up. […]
After preparing their equipment, conducting rehearsals, and receiving their final briefings, the men of the Allied Airborne Forces boarded their transport aircraft and gliders in England to begin a one-way trip to the province of Normandy, France – and a legendary rendezvous with destiny. They were the tip of the spear for the greatest […]
The paratroopers of the 173rd Airborne Brigade added another battle honor to their legacy this week – a Bulgarian olive oil factory! Exercise Swift Response 21 got off to a good start for the 173rd Airborne Brigade. They, along with more than 7,000 paratroopers from nine other nations, have been conducting a series […]
