Author: Tony Grist

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Massif Combat Sleeve – ATAK (Non-FR) One of the items I discussed at SHOT Show but did not take photos of is the new Combat Sleeve from Massif. There are plenty of half jackets in the market but this one stands out because it has been adapted to the adoption of ATAK. This non-FR garment is a cropped jacket that integrates with body armor as well as chest mounted End User Devices and can quickly be donned and doffed. It includes a stowable helmet compatible three-point adjustable hood and built-in stuff sack for portability. The fabric is an encapsulated durable…

NODBOX BNVD Case I first saw the Dev Cell NODBOX during last year’s DSEI in London. Platatac had a prototype at the show and I ended up getting one of the production versions right before SHOT Show. NODBOX is an injection molded clamshell case for the AN/PVS-31A & C night vision goggle. Versions for other models are coming in the future. Impact and crush resistant, it is made from injection-molded nylon with a bungee to hold it closed. The sample I had seen had more of a spongy feel to it but the production version is more rigid and quite…

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YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS) —   U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron supported a multinational airborne operation Jan. 17, at Ojojihara Training Area, Miyagi Prefecture, marking the first Japan Ground Self-Defense Force-hosted multinational airborne exercise conducted on Japanese soil. The operation built on the momentum of New Year Jump Indo-Pacific 2026, which included participation from 14 nations, and served as the tactical phase of a broader training series designed to enhance airborne operational capability and interoperability among allied forces. While NYJIP26 at the JGSDF’s Narashino Training Area in Chiba Prefecture earlier this month was conducted as a ceremonial…

The U.S. House on Tuesday passed a spending package totaling more than $1 trillion, ending the partial government shutdown which had begun on Saturday. The package passed as part of a deal to avoid a broader government shutdown. Under the package, the government’s largest departments, such as the Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Defense, will be funded through the end of the fiscal year in September. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox But the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees immigration enforcement, is only funded through February 13. This may queue up…

Whiskey TwoFour’s Slick Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 Plate Carrier WTF’s slick Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 plate carrier features a 1.5″ x 6″ loop field with ample real estate for IFF, morale patches, and similar while Six (6) nylon webbing loops offer lashing points for optional shock cord. To discourage accidental separation from the carrier, the back panel’s zipper pull tabs tuck securely and silently into milspec elastic loops at the base. Laser cut VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP minimizes weight and offers a secure connection to the LV-120’s loop field. Zip-On Back Panel 14 for Spiritus…

The Trump administration announced Monday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol (CBP) officers operating in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras.  The move comes amid mounting political pressure following two fatal shootings by immigration officers in the city. Both incidents remain under investigation. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said the cameras would be deployed “immediately” to all ICE and CBP officers conducting operations in Minneapolis. She added that the program would be expanded nationwide as funding becomes available, with the department moving to “rapidly acquire and deploy” body cameras across DHS law enforcement.  Subscribe Today …

Mission First Tactical Introduces MFT Ultra Low Ride Holster With Plus Size ComfortHorsham, PA – (January 30th, 2026) – Mission First Tactical (MFT) proudly introduces the MFT Ultra Low Ride IWB Holster for deep concealment. It sits a full 1.5” lower at the waist than other standard AIWB holsters, offering larger-framed individuals all day comfort. And for everyone else this innovative holster design excels while you’re seated keeping the grip clear of your seatbelt for pinch-free comfort and easy access while driving. “Comfort and concealment are what we wanted to achieve here,” said Bobby McGee, EVP of Product Management &…

If you’re looking for freeze dried menus for hunting and camping trips or to supplement your field rations or survival stocks, check out Alpineaire. Their menu line up will definitely offer some variety to your diet. Founded in 1979, Alpineaire is part of the Katadyn Group which is well known across the globe for its war purification systems. Alpineaire Menu for 2026: • Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal (NEW 2026) • Chicken Chow Mein (NEW 2026) • Chicken Tikka Masala (NEW 2026) • Thai Chicken Green Curry (NEW 2026) • Three Bean Trailblazin’ Chili with Beef • Hearty Beef Stew •…