Author: Jack Bogart

Companies plan to integrate Havoc’s collaborative autonomy software across Blue Ops’ USV portfolio to establish operational fleets SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 17, 2026 — Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security, and Havoc, a leader in all-domain collaborative autonomy, announced a partnership today, formalized through Red Cat’s maritime division, Blue Ops. Under the partnership, Blue Ops and Havoc plan to integrate Havoc’s collaborative autonomy software and command-and-control capabilities across multiple Blue Ops uncrewed surface vessels, including the Variant 7 and additional…

While the FN Five-SeveN MK2 has never been an everyday carry gun for me personally, it has been carried quite a bit over the years and many hundreds, if not thousands, of rounds have been run through this gun with very few malfunctions.We take a closer look at how the FN Five-seveN pistol and its 5.7x28mm cartridge fare for concealed carry.Due to recent events, the FN Five-seveN and the 5.7x28mm cartridge have become the center of much discussion. This is why they, and their viability for self-defense, are the subject of this article. Without getting into the weeds of reporting…

We’ve covered several of what We Knife Co. calls its “Armed Forces-Inspired Collection” knives, and since they are still waiting to be released we have the time to take a look at another one of them today, the Gunwhale. Some quick catchup: We Knife Co. has been prepping a new, limited edition collection centered around a military theme. Each model has a production run in the low triple-digits, and while they are differentiated from one another in thousands of little and big ways, they do all share the same overarching martial aesthetic. While the whole set runs to more than…

Third Army training event demonstrates Hunter WOLF adaptability and utility across diverse mission requirementsFREDERICKSBURG, Va., Aug. 17, 2026 — The U.S. Army is expanding the evaluation of the Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) from HDT Robotics, LLC dba BLADE, through a Transition in Contact (TiC) event with the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The training and evaluation is taking place August 20, 2026. The Hunter WOLF from BLADE (formerly HDT) continues to prove its maturity with TiC event with the 82nd Airborne. The Hunter WOLF is a robotic multi-mission ground vehicle designed to reduce the physical burden…

FULDA, GERMANY, 10 August 2026 Mehler Protection, a leading provider of ballistic protection solutions and part of Mehler Systems, will return to the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in Kielce, Poland, from 8–11 September 2026. Following its last appearance at MSPO in 2024, Mehler Protection will once again present a broad portfolio of personal protection solutions for military, law enforcement and security professionals. At Hall 4, Booth 4-D09, visitors will be able to explore solutions covering different operational requirements, including modular body armour, plate carriers, ballistic helmets, riot protection, ballistic shields and load-distribution systems. Among the key systems on display…

Every collector knows the feeling. You go looking for a reference on something specific — the production variants of one camouflage pattern, the kit carried by one unit in one campaign, the evolution of a service rifle across four decades — and the book simply doesn’t exist. What exists instead is a forum thread from 2011, a few blurry auction photos, and somebody’s half-remembered account of what his uncle wore. That gap is why Safar Publishing exists, and it’s why we’re writing this. Who we are We are a specialist publishing house built around highly illustrated books on collections of…

Arbor Arms – TradesMed Modular Assault Pack New from Arbor Arms is the TradesMed Modular Assault Pack. Designed to meet the specific needs of several mission sets where organizing and managing a large number of small to medium size tools and equipment is critical to mission success. Examples include Medics, EOD Technicians and Drone Operators just to name a few. The TradesMed Pack has a 3/4 zipper closure allowing you to fully open “book style” the pack and access all your tools quickly and efficiently. The modular internal Checkmate and Loop Velcro organization system allows you to choose the internal…

Despite the plethora of well-designed and innovatively engineered modern polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols out there, the seemingly timeless design of the model 1911 is as popular as ever. When gun makers like Springfield Armory broke into the category of double-stack magazine versions of the design, it seemed like a new dawn for the platform.As a little background, the 1911 DS Prodigy was first launched back in 2022 and quickly became a success with not only competitors and enthusiasts, but even first-time buyers. Its combination of impressive pricing and being backed by the Springfield Armory lifetime warranty drew a lot of people…

Rheinmetall is preparing for the next generation of warfare, while delivering world-class technology. To expedite the delivery and meet the demand for autonomous systems, Rheinmetall has opened a new Advanced Land Autonomy Centre of Excellence (ALACOE) in the United Kingdom, enhancing operational effectiveness across the region. The initiative is part of a wider network of centres localizing autonomy across Europe, USA, and Australia. Rheinmetall PATH  At the heart of this effort lies the Rheinmetall PATH technology, Rheinmetall Canada’s AI enabled autonomy kit developed in Canada, which provides perception, navigation, and decision making across complex, GPS degraded, and contested environments. PATH…

That’s right! By simply entering your email address, you’re in the running to win one of THREE incredible knife packages, each valued at over $800! The giveaway runs from August 15-Sept. 15, 2026, with knives from legendary names like Buck, SOG, Cold Steel, GiantMouse, CRKT, Kansept, and Case. Prize pack #1 includes a GiantMouse Redington fixed blade, Case Cheetah® Cub, CRKT Squid II with olive wood, and a Cold Steel Full Metal Atlas (Approx. retail value $875). Prize pack #2 includes a SOG FX Tanto 250th Anniversary limited edition, Ron Steele-designed Kansept Strip, CRKT Rogers Q Folder with MagnaCut, and a…