Author: Jack Bogart

Safran Electronics & Defense presents eTAD, its latest-generation thermal vision device, designed to clip onto a night vision goggle (NVG). Developed to strengthen the operational capabilities of European armed forces, eTAD expands Safran Electronics & Defense’s soldier vision range beyond the already existing TAD, creating a new European standard for thermal clip-on equipments. Drawing upon the Safran Electronics & Defense’s recognized expertise in the field of defense optronics, eTAD was designed by incorporating feedback from international armed forces. Over 25,000 Safran Electronics & Defense thermal clip-on devices are already deployed worldwide by numerous allied forces. TAD is now a standard…

By Tom Laemlein Posted in #History In the mid-1930s, Adolph Hitler cast his eye towards France and dreamed of revenge for the outcome of World War One. Standing in his way was the French Maginot Line, a collection of massive concrete strongpoints, casemates, armored turrets, and observation posts. Among the barbed wire, mine fields, and tank traps, there were nearly 5,000 bunkers defending France. Despite this intimidating defensive line, during 1936 Rheinmetall proposed development of a super-heavy howitzer to attack the Maginot forts. The original plan was to have the mortar components carried to the battle site…

“Today, I’m fortunate enough to build knives for people all over the world,” says Brent Smith, founder of Bald Man Knife & Tool. “But at the end of the day, it’s still the same mission: make tough, functional, handmade knives that people are proud to carry and use.” Like many creators in many different fields, Smith’s journey began because he needed something no one else in the field was offering. “Bald Man Knife & Tool started out of an obsession,” he says. “I spent years collecting knives and using them in everyday life, and eventually I found myself searching for…

HUXWRX Mission Team Bolt Gun Suppressors Seen during SOF Week, the HUXWRX Mission Team Bolt Gun Suppressors were purpose built for use with 6.5 Creedmoor, 7 PRC, 308, and .338 Lapua Magnum bolt guns. They are designed to attach to either a three port muzzle break or direct thread in multiple thread pitches. Test by and certified for use by the Army Research Lab, these suppressors are made of 17-4 stainless steel with HUXWRX’ non-line of sight DLC coating which applies coating to the inside and outside of the suppressor. www.huxwrx.com This entry was posted on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026…

CARBONDALE, Pa., June 15, 2026 — Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for U.S. Armed Forces and allied partners worldwide, has been selected to provide its Ops-Core AMP Communication Headset in support of the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototyping. Under this effort, systems will be utilized by soldiers during NGC2 work-up experiments leading up to the Project Convergence Capstone 6 (PC-C6) event. The selection reinforces Gentex’s role in advancing integrated soldier systems that enhance connectivity, protection, and operational effectiveness in modern, networked environments. In addition to the AMP Communication Headset,…

Snubnose revolvers are prolific in American cultural consciousness, but few people properly understand their practical capabilities.One of the most quintessential American guns is the “snubnose” revolver, a staple of our heritage since it started to spin. The need for a compact and reliable weapon has never abated, and, sure enough, the little revolver has been there for us for countless generations. Due to the general saturation of this type of gun in the media and as an ingrained staple of our cultural consciousness, it’s both significantly overrepresented and, at the same time, poorly understood.The Hollywood Effect on Snubnose CarryIn general,…

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PARIS — Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll called for faster acquisition, stronger interoperability and closer cooperation with allies and partners during a statement of intent signing ceremony held June 16, during the second day of Eurosatory 2026. The agreement is intended to expand the Uncrewed Aircraft System Marketplace granting allies and partners access to counter-drone capabilities that have been proven on today’s battlefields. The ceremony brought together U.S. Army leaders and representatives from NATO Allies including Sweden, Denmark, Norway, France, Poland, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy and Lithuania to address one of the most urgent challenges facing modern…

Strapping in at the top of 1,500 feet of untouched powder, my heart began to race. Below my feet was the 162W Salomon Highpath. Today was one of the rare days for me to be riding a solid board in the backcountry.  I was out in one of the few easier snowmobile-accessible areas in my area, having just been dropped off at the top. The line below me wasn’t the longest. The snow depth was only a few inches. But during one of the worst snowpacks on Colorado’s record, I was incredibly excited for those few inches of untouched fresh powder paired…

Living next to a ski resort is the dream, but a luxury not many can afford. I recently moved down the valley from Crested Butte to Gunnison. Now, instead of a quick bus ride from my house to the lifts, I join the masses of skiers who commute at highway speeds between home and the mountain. So this winter season, I put hundreds and hundreds of miles on testing the Thule SnowPack M ski rack for my ski resort commute.  My drive is short, roughly 40 minutes, with most at highway speeds. Since I’m now commuting more, I also purchased a more fuel-efficient,…