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Affordable Swiss Quality that is not for the Weak of Hand

Affordable Swiss Quality that is not for the Weak of Hand

27 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

Sphinx SDP Compact Sphinx Systems Limited is a Swiss-based manufacturer that produces an evolved CZ 75 design, and while their previous offerings have been rather…

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Polish PPZR Grom MANPADS Seized from Pro-Russian Separatists in Ukraine

Polish PPZR Grom MANPADS Seized from Pro-Russian Separatists in Ukraine

20 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: Markings on a PPZR Grom E2 missile launch tube. (Ukraine Military TV YouTube channel) An interesting video was released by the Ukraine Military TV…

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New Pistol Designs out of Libya

New Pistol Designs out of Libya

13 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

The demand for firearms in Libya has brought to light three handguns so far undocumented, at least in the English-speaking world. At least one of…

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CMMG Mk 4 RCE: Prime example of a Recon I Recce AR

CMMG Mk 4 RCE: Prime example of a Recon I Recce AR

13 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: The RCE is CMMG’s version of a “Recce” or Recon AR. The driving force behind the Recon was to give sniper/observer teams a support…

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Nammo Lapua .338 PS

Nammo Lapua .338 PS

9 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

Nammo Lapua .338 PS The Nordic Ammunition Company, or Nammo, is a familiar name in the defense industry, and their products are well known to…

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Combat Equipment and Arms for the Russian Infantryman in the XXI Century

Combat Equipment and Arms for the Russian Infantryman in the XXI Century

6 November, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

“Future Soldier Programs” has become a term for many nations, and now Russia has equipped its armed forces personnel with Ratnik (Warrior) Infantry Combat System…

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Small Arms of the Ukraine Army

Small Arms of the Ukraine Army

30 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

EDITOR’S NOTE: It has come to our attention that the author of this article submitted photos that misidentified which military the soldiers were from. The…

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Kestrel Drop

Kestrel Drop

30 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

If you’ve ever used an anemometer, or a wind meter, chances are it was a Kestrel. The anemometer is invaluable to anyone seeking to achieve…

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Machine Gun Memorabilia: V7N4

Machine Gun Memorabilia: V7N4

23 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Columns, Machine Gun Memorabilia, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

Original silk art painting done immediate post World War I during the occupation of Germany. Entitled, “Neuwied Germany, Co. A, 4th M.G., 2nd Div., With…

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FN MINIMI 5.56x45mm Light Machine Gun

FN MINIMI 5.56x45mm Light Machine Gun

23 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: Norwegian infantry MG gunner fires the MINIMI 5.56mm. The MG is equipped with an Aimpoint optical sight. An under-mounted polymer ammunition container helps keep…

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Lighten the Soldier’s Load

Lighten the Soldier’s Load

16 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: Explosively bonded aluminum and stainless steel Model 1911 .45ACP by Uselton Arms Manufacturing offers a weight savings of 33% over a conventional steel frame and slide. Militaries of…

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International Legal Affairs: V7N4

International Legal Affairs: V7N4

16 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

Recalls and Warrantees Firearms, like most mechanical items, occasionally break. Parts can fail, and barrels become worn. If the firearm was made in the United…

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New Products: V7N4

New Products: V7N4

9 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Columns, New Products, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

IWI US, Inc. Introduces Galil Pistol for the U.S. Market IWI US, Inc. Galil Pistol for the U.S. Market IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of…

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Enhanced Bolt Carrier Groups

Enhanced Bolt Carrier Groups

9 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: As designed at the request of SOCOM, the Lewis Machine and Tool Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group. Note the addition of an additional gas port….

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SADJ visits Israeli Arms Factories: 2015

SADJ visits Israeli Arms Factories: 2015

2 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

ABOVE: IWI eLog SADJ has always traveled the world in search of the innovators in small arms and weapons. Sometimes we’re able to coordinate visits…

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Industry News: V7N4

Industry News: V7N4

2 October, 2015
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V7N4, Volume 7

FDIC Head Admits “mistake” in ‘Operation Choke Point.’ Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Chairman Martin Gruenberg told members of a U.S. House panel that much of…

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Distributed at trade shows worldwide, Small Arms Defense Journal is a bimonthly publication that focuses on small arms, accessories, gear for the soldier, new products, industry news, and defense trade shows. The first issue of SADJ was Spring 2009, which launched at the LAAD show in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. SADJ (pronounced “sage”) is targeted toward military, law enforcement, and defense industry professionals. Our job is to reach these groups and tailor content to their interests while producing a publication that is applicable to an international audience.
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