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Accuracy International awarded the Danish Army Contract for Long Range Precision Rifles

Accuracy International awarded the Danish Army Contract for Long Range Precision Rifles

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

Photograph courtesy of Accuracy International Ltd showing the AX50 rifle system for the Danish Contract.  The soldier in the picture is not a Danish soldier…

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Qioptiq Chosen to Supply Australian Land 125 Project

Qioptiq Chosen to Supply Australian Land 125 Project

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

Qioptiq, an Excelitas technologies company, has secured a multi-million pound (£) contract for the supply of Kite In-Line Weapon Sights and maintenance items to the…

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Phoenix Defence Partners with Truvelo Armoury

Phoenix Defence Partners with Truvelo Armoury

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

Phoenix Defence announces the availability of 14.5x114mm, 20x82mm and 20x110mm (Hispano) sniper rifle systems to U.S. government agencies. Their new partnership with Truvelo Armoury of…

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QinetiQ North America’s EARS SWATS

QinetiQ North America’s EARS SWATS

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

QinetiQ North America’s EARS® SWATS® is a compact, shoulder-worn acoustic targeting system that instantly detects and locates the origin of hostile gunfire. This system provides…

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Qioptiq FTS2 Thermal Sight - No Place to Hide

Qioptiq FTS2 Thermal Sight – No Place to Hide

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

Weapon Sight Technology Enhances Small Arms Effectiveness To detect, recognize, identify, decide, acquire, engage and defeat in any environment. This requirement is incumbent on the…

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QIOPTIQ: “THE ART OF THE POSSIBLE IS IMMENSE”

QIOPTIQ: “THE ART OF THE POSSIBLE IS IMMENSE”

30 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

Enhanced Weapon Sights for Dismounted Close Combat Warfighters Intro The roadmap for enhanced Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Engagement is becoming increasingly interesting as many nations…

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The Ditsong Museum of Military History

The Ditsong Museum of Military History

23 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: Two 37mm “Pom-Pom” guns- large Maxim water-cooled machine guns with brass jackets, grace the entry to the exhibits. This pair of consecutive serial number…

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SWORD: Soldier Weapon & Observer Recon Devices

SWORD: Soldier Weapon & Observer Recon Devices

16 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

There have been a number of attempts in the last decade to integrate all of the possible futuristic ideas for the modern “Battlespace.” Most are…

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BERETTA PM12S: THE EVERGREEN!

BERETTA PM12S: THE EVERGREEN!

9 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

INTRODUCTION At the end of the 1950s the Italian economy was booming, thanks to both the creativity of manufacturers and the enormous boost provided by…

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Less Lethal Combined Systems, Inc. Expands Line of Flash Bangs

Less Lethal Combined Systems, Inc. Expands Line of Flash Bangs

2 December, 2016
Damon Bolding
New Products, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: CTS 7290M Mini Bang™. For 35 years, Combined Systems, Inc. (CSI) of Jamestown, PA has been a leader in the design, manufacture and marketing…

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‘Mixmaster’: The U.S. Air Force’s GUU-5/P

‘Mixmaster’: The U.S. Air Force’s GUU-5/P

25 November, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: An airman fires a later model GUU-5/P with the M4-type barrel based on an early “slab-side” lower reciever (Air Force) In January 1991, the…

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Better Tools to Work on Your Black Rifle!

Better Tools to Work on Your Black Rifle!

18 November, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: The Smith Enterprises barrel wrench is the finest in the industry. Being able to grab 14 points on the barrel nut is much more…

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Barrett 240 LWS

Barrett 240 LWS

11 November, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: Barrett employee in an assault stance with the LWS, in the way that Barrett envisions the LWS being most useful in. The handguards allow…

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44 Bore: 7.62 x 39 mm AK rifles modified to fire 7.92 x 33 Kurz ammunition

44 Bore: 7.62 x 39 mm AK rifles modified to fire 7.92 x 33 Kurz ammunition

11 November, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

The rifle above is a curious example of weapons coming full-circle and being reinvented. This is the “44 Bore” rifle, a colloquial name given to…

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Skynet is real! An anti-drone round

Skynet is real! An anti-drone round

4 November, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

With the rapid advancement of micro technology, recreational remotely operated aerial vehicles (ROAV) or unmanned aerial systems-UASs, commonly known as “drones”, are hitting the market…

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DM32 Bunkerfaust supplied by Germany to Kurdish Forces

DM32 Bunkerfaust supplied by Germany to Kurdish Forces

28 October, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: Peshmerga fighter with a Panzerfaust 3 recoilless weapon, 2015 (photo credit: original source unknown). Photos of arms now delivered to Kurdish forces being loaded…

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In Defense of BLS

In Defense of BLS

21 October, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: Lcpl. Chandler with 3rd Platoon, Bravo Company 1/9 holds security while on a dismounted patrol inserted via helicopter into Now Zad District. Because this…

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NDIA 2016

NDIA 2016

14 October, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: While Jim Schatz and other advocates campaign for immediate fielding of a LICCIW (Lightweight Intermediate Caliber Cartridge Individual Weapon), Big Army marches on. This…

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International Legal Affairs: V8N5

International Legal Affairs: V8N5

14 October, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

US Arms Policy Against Vietnam: History, past, present, and future. On May 23, 2016, President Obama announced lifting a nearly 50-year old arms embargo against…

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New Review: V8N5

New Review: V8N5

7 October, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, New Products, Search By Issue, V8N5, Volume 8

ABOVE: B&T UNIVERSAL SERVICE WEAPON NEW WEAPON FROM B&T; THE UNIVERSAL SERVICE WEAPON Recent terror events in the world and especially Europe have changed the…

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Sniper Rifles of  World War II

Sniper Rifles of World War II

30 September, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: Two combatants sit at rest. The K98k Mauser is above the Springfield M1903A4. Their army’s helmets lie next to them. One definition of a…

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Tavor Turns 10!

Tavor Turns 10!

23 September, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

One of the most prominent and prolific military bullpup-style rifles in history reaches its 10th anniversary in the field in 2016. SADJ wants to acknowledge…

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Truvelo CMS

Truvelo CMS

16 September, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

Truvelo Manufacturing started in the 1960s in South Africa manufacturing various electronic devices. In 1994, the Truvelo Armoury branch was formed and entered into the…

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Preparing for the Olympic Games 2016

Preparing for the Olympic Games 2016

9 September, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: The new Sistema Integrado de Monitoramento de Fronteiras (Sisfron), will transforms all aspects of the Brazilian armed forces. Here a trooper demonstrates the new…

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The Caracal CAR816: The New Desert Assault Rifle

The Caracal CAR816: The New Desert Assault Rifle

2 September, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: The Caracal CAR816 in the hands of a UAE soldier. This rifle is the basic assault rifle with a 14.5 inch cold hammer forged…

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Setting Up a Sniper Weapon System

Setting Up a Sniper Weapon System

26 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

A sniper weapon system is a precision instrument. The basic components of a sniper weapon system is the rifle and the optic. This article will…

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Nielsen-Kellerman Introduces Kestrel 5 Series Meters

Nielsen-Kellerman Introduces Kestrel 5 Series Meters

26 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
New Products, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

Today, Nielsen-Kellerman is releasing its all-new K5 line of Kestrels, which replaces the Kestrel 4000 series. Loaded with features such as Android and iOS connectivity,…

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Accuracy International AX50

Accuracy International AX50

19 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: Accuracy International AX50 .50BMG rifle was designed with long range accuracy in mind. Accuracy International (AI) has been a well known entity in the…

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BCN Technical Services, Inc.

BCN Technical Services, Inc.

12 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

Many are familiar with industry ammo manufacturers, but who makes and upgrades the machines that produce the ammo? BCN Technical Services, Inc. has been in…

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Sniper Rifle Manufacturer Guide

Sniper Rifle Manufacturer Guide

12 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: Accuracy International AXMC338 Accuracy International Accuracy International AX50 Designed to withstand constant military deployment, the AX50 long range anti matériel rifle from Accuracy International…

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Swedish Ordnance Taming the Flash

Swedish Ordnance Taming the Flash

12 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
New Products, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

SADJ was recently in Sweden on a tour of defense industry contractors including Saab, Nammo, and Aimpoint, and we had the opportunity to stop in…

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International Legal Affairs: V8N4

International Legal Affairs: V8N4

5 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

Europe Discovers the Virtues of Personal Self-Defense While European Politicians Seek to Disarm the Continent. Gun control pundits have long extolled the virtues of an…

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ADEX 2015

ADEX 2015

5 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N4, Volume 8

ABOVE: Korean made K2 tank driving demo. Armed with 120mm smoothbore cannon and up-to-date electronics, this 55t tank is one of the best main battle…

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New Products: V8N4

New Products: V8N4

5 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, New Products, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

STI™ INTERNATIONAL INTRODUCES THE NEW GUARDIAN 2011 PISTOL New for 2016, the ever popular STI™ Guardian is now available in a 2011 platform with a…

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Industry News: V8N4

Industry News: V8N4

5 August, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N4, Volume 8

New Sanctions on North Korea Following the February 7, 2016 missile launch by North Korea, additional sanctions have been imposed by the US Government. The…

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The Beretta M9A3: The Latest Upgrade of the U.S. Service Pistol?

The Beretta M9A3: The Latest Upgrade of the U.S. Service Pistol?

29 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: M9A3 pistol equipped with a SilencerCo Octane 9mm sound suppressor. In 1985 a legend was retired. The highly regarded M1911A1 pistol was replaced with…

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US Machine Gun Armory’s SAW

US Machine Gun Armory’s SAW

22 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: Compact, lighter than one might think, the MGA SAW in 6.8 SPC brings serious firepower to the engagement. In almost all modern militaries, the…

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Personal Defense Weapons

Personal Defense Weapons

15 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: A crude Chinese made copy of the Mauser C96 pistol with detachable buttstock. During World War I, the primary weapon issued was the full-power,…

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Caracal, LLC.: The First Gulf Coast State Small Arms Manufacturer

Caracal, LLC.: The First Gulf Coast State Small Arms Manufacturer

8 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: Shown is a UAE sniper using the Caracal bolt action 7.62x51mm CS308 rifle. SADJ first visited the at the time brand new Caracal firearms…

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AAD: Ground Forces Equipment

AAD: Ground Forces Equipment

8 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N3, Volume 8

The 9th edition Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD), the continent’s Premier Exhibition and show of Air, Sea and Land will be taking place from 14-…

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UZI PRO PISTOL: A PDW in Semi-auto as well

UZI PRO PISTOL: A PDW in Semi-auto as well

1 July, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: The new IWI US UZI Pro Pistol offers a civilian legal pistol version of the UZI Pro submachine gun. The UZI 9mm submachine gun…

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Modern Day Marine 2015: Hard times.  Hard choices.

Modern Day Marine 2015: Hard times. Hard choices.

24 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: Cased Telescoped. A useful comparison of the initial 5.56mm CT Squad Auto Weapon and a mockup of the 7.62mm Medium Machine Gun in the…

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IDF recovers various weapons including improvised firearms in Nablus

IDF recovers various weapons including improvised firearms in Nablus

24 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

Israel Defence Force (IDF) soldiers from the Yahalom (“Diamond”) special unit, recovered hundreds of weapons as well as quantities of ammunition and explosives during a…

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GLOCK 10MM Auto handguns

GLOCK 10MM Auto handguns

17 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: GLOCK offers users a choice in handguns chambered in 10MM Auto in the form of G29, G20, G40 MOS. Full stable of 10MMs with…

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International Legal Affairs: V8N3

International Legal Affairs: V8N3

17 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

The ACE Secure Data Portal – Bringing International Transactions into the 21st Century. For many years, the import/export community has relied upon a combination of…

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The 10mm Auto SIG P220

The 10mm Auto SIG P220

10 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: The P220 chambered in 10mm was tested with many different types of ammunition including Hornady Critical Duty, Hornady Custom, Buffalo Bore as well as…

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New Products: V8N3

New Products: V8N3

10 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, New Products, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ATN DEBUTS LATEST OTS THERMAL MONOCULAR LINE ATN DEBUTS LATEST OTS THERMAL MONOCULAR LINE ATN, innovators of advanced night vision, thermal imaging and digital Smart…

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2016 Combat Handgun Guide

2016 Combat Handgun Guide

3 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

ABOVE: Colt’s O1070CCU – COMBAT UNIT™ RAIL GUN® Colt The COMBAT UNIT™ RAIL GUN is an upgraded Duty Ready pistol based on the Colt Rail…

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Industry News: V8N3

Industry News: V8N3

3 June, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N3, Volume 8

HIMARS achieves one million operational hours Lockheed Martin’s High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) recently achieved a significant milestone with U.S. military forces, reaching one…

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Royal Malaysia Police Museum

Royal Malaysia Police Museum

27 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Military Museums, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

The Royal Malaysian Police Museum Modern Malaysia is a beautiful country, rich in agriculture and history, with a growing industrial base. It was born from…

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Global Security Asia 2015

Global Security Asia 2015

27 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N2, Volume 8

Global Security Asia has been held in Singapore since 2005, and the show has continued to grow and gain favor with attendees and exhibitors alike….

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AUSA 2015

AUSA 2015

27 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N2, Volume 8

ABOVE: Sig’s MCX mission-adaptable weapon system contains several significant engineering modifications that increase reliability and extend weapon life. The 2015 AUSA Expo premiered a number…

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The LWRCI PSD MKII 6.8x43mm Carbine

The LWRCI PSD MKII 6.8x43mm Carbine

27 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

The author firing the M6 PSD MKII chambered in 6.8x43mm SPC caliber. Notice the proprietary Magpul magazine designed for optimal feeding of the 6.8mm SPC…

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Previously Unseen Rifle Presented at Ukrainian Arms Inspection

Previously Unseen Rifle Presented at Ukrainian Arms Inspection

20 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

National Guard of Ukraine Amongst arms and equipment inspected by Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, one suppressed rifle stands out. The display of military hardware took…

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Machine Gun Armored Patrol Carriers in Central America

Machine Gun Armored Patrol Carriers in Central America

20 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, History, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

ABOVE: In El Salvador, the AML-90 was relegated to perform security escort to artillery units, with an UR-416 traveling alongside — not with mechanized infantry,…

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IMBEL 5.56 mm rifle developments

IMBEL 5.56 mm rifle developments

20 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

This early IA2 prototype is fitted with a longer barrel than the current 330mm (350mm, with flash hider) unit, while its polymer foldable stock, also…

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REC 7 Direct Impingement: Continued evolution of Barrett’s AR platform combined with .300Blackout

REC 7 Direct Impingement: Continued evolution of Barrett’s AR platform combined with .300Blackout

13 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Range vehicles presented realistic ambush scenarios during Barrett REC 7 DI T&E. Barrett has taken its vision of the AR rifle another step forward with…

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NSV & Kord Machine Guns Identification & Differences

NSV & Kord Machine Guns Identification & Differences

13 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Photo credit: Sergei Gritts/AP Untrained observers frequently confuse superficially similar small arms and light weapon (SALW) systems, particularly with the pressure of covering a current…

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Libyan Workshop Refurbishes Small Arms for Ongoing Conflict

Libyan Workshop Refurbishes Small Arms for Ongoing Conflict

13 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Shows AKM type rifle and PKMT undergoing refurbishment. Libyan workshop refurbishes small arms for ongoing conflict. Photo credit: Hassan Morajea (Armament Research Services) In a…

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NDIA's Chinn and Hathcock Awards

NDIA’s Chinn and Hathcock Awards

13 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Industry Profiles, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

National Defense Industrial Association’s Small Arms Group: NDIA started out in 1919 as the Army Ordnance Association and through various mergers over the last century,…

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Industry News: V8N2

Industry News: V8N2

6 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Lockheed Martin Receives $528 Million THAAD Missile-Defense Contract The Missile Defense Agency awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) a $528 million contract in December 2015 for production…

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New Products: V8N2

New Products: V8N2

6 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, New Products, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

MEOPTA INTRODUCES NEW MEOPRO 6.5-20X50 AND 6.5-20X50 HTR RIFLESCOPES MEOPTA INTRODUCES NEW MEOPRO 6.5-20X50 AND 6.5-20X50 HTR RIFLESCOPES Meopta adds to its popular 1-inch MeoPro®…

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International Legal Affairs: V8N2

International Legal Affairs: V8N2

6 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Defense Distributed – continued. A brief synopsis of the events thus far: January 2013: Defense Distributed, a nonprofit, gun-design digital publisher headquartered in Austin, Texas…

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Optoelectronics Gross Analysis: Optics Creeping Closer to the Chip

Optoelectronics Gross Analysis: Optics Creeping Closer to the Chip

6 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Advancements in optoelectronics is changing the firearms sighting device industry as we know it today and it is likewise changing society’s very perception. It’s no…

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3-9x Tactical Scopes: A Perfect Partner to the Modern Accurate Rifle

3-9x Tactical Scopes: A Perfect Partner to the Modern Accurate Rifle

4 May, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N2, Volume 8

Left to Right: SWFA 3-9x42mm, Leupold VXR Patrol 3-9x40mm, Vortex PST 2.5-10x32mm, Burris XTR II 2-10×42, Leupold MK4 LRT 3.5-10x40mm Front Focal, Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x32mm,…

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MGA SAW K

MGA SAW K

29 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

ABOVE: Firing the MGA SAW K in .300 Blackout from an overlook in the badlands of Utah. “Squad Automatic Weapon”- the “SAW.” The phrase has…

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Arms Diversion: a Caracal Model F Pistol in Libya

Arms Diversion: a Caracal Model F Pistol in Libya

29 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

Pictures supplied to ARES show a Caracal F semi-automatic pistol, produced by Caracal, a United Arab Emirates-based firearms manufacturer. This particular Model F is the…

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Kurdish Forces with Chinese QLZ87 Automatic Grenade Launcher & M99 Anti-materiel Rifle

Kurdish Forces with Chinese QLZ87 Automatic Grenade Launcher & M99 Anti-materiel Rifle

29 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

The QLZ87 is a direct gas impingement operated, selective fire grenade launcher chambered for the Chinese 35 x 32SR mm cartridge. With an effective range…

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ISAF armament of BLS

ISAF armament of BLS

22 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

In a previous article SADJ covered ISAF armament on Camp Leatherneck from the American and British perspective. In this one SADJ will cover small arms…

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TAROS 4X32 CQ OPTIC

TAROS 4X32 CQ OPTIC

22 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

From soldiering to civilian life I have had the opportunity to use some of the world’s greatest CQ optics. SADJ was given the chance to…

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Lightweight with Full Power Belt- Feds

Lightweight with Full Power Belt- Feds

22 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

ABOVE: MG5 A2 (HK121) is the new MMG for the German defense to replace their aging MG3 machine guns. It is being promoted by H&K…

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Black Rifles: SHOT Show 2016

Black Rifles: SHOT Show 2016

15 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N1, Volume 8

FN 15 Military Collector M4 The FN 15™ Military Collector Series M4 and M16 bring to market military replica rifles made to FN’s exacting specifications….

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United States Mk 14 EBR in Syria

United States Mk 14 EBR in Syria

15 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

Images uploaded to Twitter by the Free Syrian Amy’s ‘Division 30’ show combatants with US-made arms. In one image, a Mk 14 EBR (enhanced battle…

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Is there a thing such as an Assault or Battle rifle?

Is there a thing such as an Assault or Battle rifle?

15 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

ABOVE: Infantry rifle should perform adequately on any possible terrain, but some current battlefields overstretch the capabilities of weapons that were built for total war…

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Partner 2015

Partner 2015

8 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N1, Volume 8

This was the seventh bi-annual PARTNER Exhibition held in Belgrade, Serbia. This regional show is maturing, and gathering some momentum. There were many delegations from…

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International Legal Affairs: V8N1

International Legal Affairs: V8N1

8 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

Dealing with the U.S. Government: U.S. State Department versus the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Dealing with the U.S. Government is not always…

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Patriot Ordnance P308 Full- Auto “For America”

Patriot Ordnance P308 Full- Auto “For America”

8 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Features, Reviews, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

ABOVE: POF’s engineers did not just add some extra parts. They perfected this gun. There’s something better about this rifle. Under sustained full auto fire,…

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New Products: V8N1

New Products: V8N1

1 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

FOBUS ANNOUNCES NEW HOLSTER FOR SELECT GLOCK MODELS FOBUS ANNOUNCES NEW HOLSTER FOR SELECT GLOCK MODELS First Samco, Inc. (FSI), the exclusive distributor of Fobus…

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Industry News: V8N1

Industry News: V8N1

1 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Columns, Search By Issue, V8N1, Volume 8

“Unreasonable” interpretations of the public domain exception The US State Department recently announced proposed regulatory language that would restrict the publication of technical data. Recall…

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DSA 2014

DSA 2014

1 April, 2016
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N1, Volume 8

ABOVE: In a back corner on the lower floor, SADJ found the following gems from TNIITochMash in Russia. We had the opportunity to spend some…

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ISDEF 2015

ISDEF 2015

24 July, 2015
Damon Bolding
Search By Issue, Show Reports, V8N1, Volume 8

For seven years now, exhibitors from all over Israel and numerous other countries from around the world have gathered in Tel Aviv to show their…

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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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