Author: Jack Bogart

I wrote about this in Knife News last August, that KABAR was entering into a partnership with Ondřej Němec of Acta non Verba, to produce blades in Europe. The first knife in this partnership is rolling off the lines now. If you missed the announcement… Read the full article here

Countdown to SOF Week SOF Week kicks off next Monday, 18 May, 2026 in Tampa, lasting until the 21st. You’ve already seen coverage leading up to this major event, but with a campus larger than ever, now is the time to plan your week. Get familiar with the SOF Week event footprint before you arrive. The campus is massive this year. From venue access points and shuttle routes to security procedures and parking options, visit this page to help you navigate the full campus with confidence. You can also access the full agenda here and between the presentations, exhibits and…

Travelers who research must-visit spots in Florida have no problem finding worthy attractions. If you know where to look, however, the Sunshine State is packed with wild, natural destinations often overlooked by visitors. These spots aren’t too secret, though, as most are easy to access, lying close to major cities.  Connect with these pristine areas, and you’ll see another side of Florida — one less traveled by tourists. These are trails calmed by the melody of chirping songbirds, and refreshed by surrounding towers of trees. Time it right and you’re in for an epic sunrise or sunset, maybe the serendipity…

Addresses the power and data complexity facing dismounted SOF teams running Nett Warrior on the AN/PRC-163 — without adding weight, cables, or complexity to the kit. IRVINE, CA, May 6, 2026 — Iris Technology today announced the official launch of the Merlin HH+, a compact, rugged radio power and data adapter engineered around the real-world configuration demands of the AN/PRC-163 in dismounted SOF operations. Unveiled at SOF Week 2026 in Tampa, Florida, the Merlin HH+ is the only device in its class combining integrated power scavenging with mission-configurable cable architecture — capabilities designed to reduce operator burden, extend mission endurance,…

The BLACKJACK name isn’t new. It traces back to indigenous Mobile Guerrilla Force units advised by U.S. Army Special Forces during the Vietnam War. Small teams operating in difficult terrain, often without support, relying on gear that had to work every time.  That thinking carries forward here.  The current BLACKJACK line is modeled after the issue packs MYSTERY RANCH makes for the USSOCOM SPEAR program. They are the product of the same design and development process but with a few small changes for commercial offering. The most notable difference is that the BLACKJACK packs have 1 inch web and hardware on…

HDT Robotics Delivers Hunter WOLF Unmanned Ground Vehicles to US Army GOAT Training at Fort Polk FREDERICKSBURG, Va., May 11, 2026 — HDT Robotics has delivered Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to the U.S. Army 3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division at Fort Polk, Louisiana, as part of the Army’s Ground Optionally Autonomous Transport (GOAT) program. The delivery supports a week-long Operator New Equipment Training (OPNET) event. HDT will train soldiers to operate, employ, and sustain the platform, and will demonstrate multiple modular mission payload configurations and operational roles. The Hunter WOLF, a vehicle developed out of HDT’s Advanced Battle…

I hit the range to test out a Glock Gen 6 G17 ORS, and I found out it’s the best Glock generation yet, but has one glaring flaw.Glock has been the gold standard duty pistol for generations. From world champions to tier 1 operators, Glock is the trusted name that everyone defaults to. Now we’re hands-on with the brand-new sixth generation, and, spoiler alert: for the second time in a row Glock can’t figure out how to deliver an optics system worthy of their name. There is a lot to like about the sixth generation of Glock — the grip texture,…

WARNER ROBINS, Ga., May 7, 2026 — Sigma Defense is proud to announce its sponsorship and technical partnership supporting the grand opening of the Georgia Engineering, AI & Robotics (GEAR) Lab at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins, Georgia. The GEAR Lab is a cutting-edge, hands-on innovation space designed to inspire the next generation of engineers, programmers, and problem-solvers by connecting classroom learning with real-world applications. The GEAR Lab integrates artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced engineering concepts into interactive experiences that provide students and visitors with direct exposure to emerging technologies shaping the future. Through partnerships with leading universities…

Saab Strengthens RBS 70 NG with New Bolide 2 Missile Saab has launched the new Bolide 2 missile for the RBS 70 short-range air defence missile system. Bolide 2 brings a larger warhead and better terminal flight performance for superior capability, and an improved modular design to allow for future updates. Bolide 2 retains the unjammable guidance method used by RBS 70 with its previous missile generations. Deliveries are starting in 2027 and this new missile will become the standard ammunition for RBS 70 NG. “With Bolide 2 we are ready to provide our customers with an even more capable…

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) manages 245 million acres of public land, or about one-tenth of the country’s land, so its decisions and policies can have major impacts. And since many of its rules can easily shift as the administrations in charge change, public land policy is subject to sharp swings between conservation and extraction. The birth, life, and death of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule is a prime example. What Is This Rule? The Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, known as the Public Lands rule for short, was established in June 2024 under the Biden Administration. It…