Author: Tony Grist
PENNSAUKEN, NJ – January 20, 2026 — Princeton Tec, a leader in American-made tactical and outdoor lighting, announces the launch of Ghost X, a new full-spectrum tactical headlamp designed for professionals who require precise control, reliable performance, and light discipline in demanding environments. Ghost X will debut at SHOT Show 2026, January 20–23 in Las Vegas. Ghost X was engineered with a clear goal: to deliver a powerful range of tactical lighting features in a streamlined design that balances performance, control, and durability. The headlamp provides up to 300 lumens of white light, along with red, green, and blue…
SIG Teams with IAI for the Firestorm Armed Quadcopter We first mentioned the Firestorm UAS during AUSA but leaned more about this armed quadcopter during the SIG Defense Range Day. With an APUS 60 airframe from Israeli Aerospace Industries combined with a lightweight remote weapon station and M250 machine gun and 200 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition from SIG SAUER, the system offers persistent, dedicated close air support. Essentially, it is an airborne machine gun. Thanks to its multi-fuel internal combustion engine, boasting on station time of three hours, a unit equipped with several Firestorms could stagger sorties in order…
Las Vegas, NV, January 20, 2026 – During the NSSF SHOT Show, Aimpoint announces a significant expansion of its COA® pistol red dot sight through a growing network of OEM partners. The COA optic is offered as a factory-installed package, with pistols shipping directly from manufacturers equipped with the optic via Aimpoint’s integrated A-CUT® interface. This expansion represents a major step forward in Aimpoint’s strategy to redefine the standard for pistol-mounted optics. By offering a direct-mount solution engineered specifically for duty-grade performance, the A-CUT system delivers enhanced durability, consistency, and performance for professional and civilian end users alike. Aimpoint has…
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Murfreesboro, TN — Barrett® Firearms Manufacturing Inc. today announced a limited-edition commemorative rifle series in recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary. The release consists of 500 total collectible rifles, representing “Two .50s for 250.” This exclusive series includes 250 twenty-inch Model 82A1® rifles and 250 twenty-inch M107A1® rifles, each meticulously crafted as a tribute to American independence and innovation. The 20-inch Model 82A1 rifles feature serial numbers LIBERTY001 through LIBERTY250 and are finished in a custom Cerakote® design incorporating the iconic “Join or Die” snake motif. The Model 82A1 America 250 Series features the iconic “Join or Die” snake motif. The…
The United States has completed its withdrawal from Iraq’s al-Asad Air Base, the Iraqi Defense Ministry said Saturday. The departure of the troops ends more than two decades of American military presence in federal Iraq, which excludes the Kurdistan region in the north. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The ministry said Iraqi forces have assumed full control of the base, with the Iraqi army’s chief of staff overseeing the transfer of responsibilities. The withdrawal follows a September 2024 agreement between Washington and Baghdad to wind down the U.S.-led coalition formed to combat the Islamic State.…
New lineup delivers advancements in apparel, footwear, and load-bearing gearCosta Mesa, Calif. (Jan. 19, 2026) – 5.11®, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, is excited to unveil its new product releases for 2026 at SHOT Show in Las Vegas. The year’s offering delivers updates across men’s and women’s apparel, next-generation innovations with A/T™ in V.XI™ footwear, expanded professional solutions, and an evolved range of load-bearing gear designed for training, travel, and everyday readiness. The collection of new products reflects 5.11’s continued focus on functionality, innovation, comfort, durability, and style, delivering gear that adapts to real-world demands –…
In 2025, the Communications-Electronics Command Software Engineering Center advanced the Army’s modernization portfolio through scalable software capabilities. Given the Army’s adoption of continuous delivery and modern DevOps, transformation is the new normal for the Department of War support center headquartered in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. DEVSECOPS AND CONTINUOUS DELIVERY Powered by expertise in AI, DevSecOps, electromagnetic warfare, operational support, and software solutions, the Center concluded the year by advancing its core mission to deliver modular, transformative solutions that meet Soldiers’ evolving needs through enhanced cyber posture, scaled-up deployment cadence, modernized systems, and expanded field engagement. These competencies support enterprise DevSecOps…
NP Aerospace enters full rate production with their Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 armoured vehicle NP Aerospace, the global vehicle integrator and armour manufacturer, has announced the entry into full rate production, with their upgraded armoured Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 vehicle. NP Aerospace acquired the IP for this product, along with certain other assets of Jankel Armouring Limited from Administration, in 2024. Since then, NP Aerospace has applied their acclaimed vehicle engineering and integration, production and supply chain skill sets to this vehicle to reach this important production milestone. In October 2025 NP Aerospace launched their LC300 product as a significantly…
Breakthrough technology absorbs moisture dramatically faster than existing solutions, helping safeguard equipment in real?world conditionsDRAPER, Utah (Jan. 15, 2025) — Pioneering a new category of moisture management for gear and equipment, DRYOUT, a groundbreaking new advanced materials brand launching in 2026, offers a way to more effectively protect and rescue critical gear after exposure to the elements. DRYOUT technology helps protect everything from electronics, cell phones, tablets, earbuds, and battery packs to photo/video gear, firearms, optics, night vision goggles, drone controllers, ammunition, medical devices, tools, and more. It provides active moisture protection during enclosed storage and carry, including use in…