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RECOIL OFFGRID Gears Up For Winter Weather

This article caught our eye because it features some gear from our favorite Finnish purveyor of fine quality tactical accoutrements and genuine military surplus.   Check out the full article on the OFFGRID website (isn't that ironic?) here.

SIG SAUER CROSS Bolt-Action Hunting Rifle

Another day, another SIG product announcement. This time it's about their new CROSS precision, bolt-action hunting rifle - which also happens to be the first SIG SAUER hunting rifle that is manufactured in the USA. Completely engineered, manufactured and built at the SIG SAUER facilities in New Hampshire, the CROSS has...

Dragunov-replacement to enter Russian Army service next year?

The Kalashnikov Group plans to launch the production of a new SVCh sniper rifle next year, according to a recent report from TASS. The Chukovin  (SVCh) semi-automatic sniper rifle was developed to replace the SVD and SVD-M in Russian Army service, and this announcement of its production beginning next year...

SIG SAUER Introduces ProForce MCX Virtus Airsoft Rifle

SIG SAUER has introduced the new SIG AIR ProForce MCX Virtus airsoft rifle.  Designed and engineered for professionals and discerning recreational shooters, the MCX is the latest offering from the rapidly growing SIG AIR division of SIG SAUER.  The SIG AIR ProForce MCX Virtus airsoft rifle is a battery-powered, automatic electric...

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Copyright, French MoD, 2019

Japan Self-Defence Forces Select New Rifle and Pistol

Following the unconditional surrender of Japan that brought WWII to an end, the Japanese armed forces were completely disbanded. Under the country's new constitution adopted in 1947 Japan also renounced the creation of armed forces oriented for warfighting. The onset of the Cold War, and particularly the heavy US involvement...

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A Ukrainian Special Forces designated marksman surveys his surroundings while acting as OPFOR as part of Exercise Combined Resolve XII, August 2019. Photo credit: U.S. Special Operations Command Europe

Helikon-Tex Introduces New Program of Brand Ambassadors

Helikon-Tex was founded on a passion for nature and outdoor activities. Over 35 years of experience has given the company a solid grounding to become one of the industry leaders in delivering modern clothes and gear for all types of adrenaline junkies. Now Helikon-tex has asked eight experts in the fields...

UF PRO STRIKER X Combat Pants

UF PRO has now launched its new STRIKER X COMBAT PANTS for use by police and military units which were first previewed at the IWA trade fair back in March. The Striker X Combat Pants are the latest development of UF PRO's renowned series of combat uniforms, and build on...

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A paratrooper assigned to 1/505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division secures a Helicopter Landing Zone in #Afghanistan as a CH-47 prepares to take off in late October 2109. Photo credit: 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, US Army.