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Legacy Coin Company

Traditions are generally defined as the transmission of customs from generation to generation and nowhere are these held in higher regard than those born of militaries around the world. Many times throughout history, tradition has given pride to warriors in the face of war and death and helped turn the tide for victory. One such tradition is that of the challenge coin. This is commonly accepted as taking its roots from ancient Rome in which a soldier would be rewarded for superior performance on the battlefield by being gifted a day’s pay and a separate specially minted coin bearing his specific unit’s mark as a bonus. This coin’s meaning would typically prompt the soldier to hold the coin as a memento not to be spent on women and wine. As time went on, the concept of the challenge coin would grow into a large industry around the world in which symbolized respect, honor and brotherhood. One such company helping keep the time-honored tradition alive and strong by providing top quality custom coins is Legacy Coin Company.

Today, the challenge coin is still held in high regard in both military and civilian culture. Everyone from company executives to the President of the United States of America have personalized challenge coins on hand to reward to those whom they hold in right regard or deem worthy of receiving a personal token of respect and appreciation. For the business professional, challenge coins are often exchanged like business cards but with far greater advantage. Coins are unique and interesting, enough so to become great “ice breakers” in social situations. Whereas business cards are often glanced at and readily discarded, people tend to keep and often collect them as a memento of their experience like the Roman solider, who withheld from quickly spending his coin on leisure of the day.

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Typically, modern challenge coins are around 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, and about 1/10-inch thick, but the styles and sizes vary wildly—some even come in unusual shapes like shields, pentagons, arrowheads, and dog tags. The coins are generally made of pewter, copper, or nickel, with a variety of finishes available (some limited edition coins can be found actually plated in gold). The designs can be as simple an engraving of the organization’s insignia and motto or have enamel highlights, multi-dimensional designs, and cut outs.

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A little over a year ago, I started seeing some very impressive and professional challenge coins being circulated around the Law Enforcement community honoring fallen officers such as my dear friends lost since my early retirement in 2011, Tarboro Police Officer Charles Johnson and NC Highway Patrol Trooper Gene Demuth. Both these coins were done so beautifully and tastefully that I choked up when I saw them. In researching who created these fitting memorials to my lost brothers in blue, I discovered Legacy Coin Company ( www.legacycoinco.com ). I was somewhat surprised to see the company was located in my boyhood hometown of Red Oak, North Carolina. Interestingly enough, I also learned the company was owned and operated by a former co-worker, Jeremy Guzman. Jeremy was an outstanding patrol officer for Charles Johnson’s former Police Department when I served for the Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy. Having moved on to greener pastures and more success, Jeremy decided to put his efforts into creating a company that holds to the honor and traditions instilled in him by his strong  moral values and experience in Law Enforcement.

Often people are in positions to want challenge coins made for their businesses but don’t know how to go about creating their own. This is where Jeremy’s company comes in to help. Working within the client’s budget, Legacy Coin Co. takes the client supplied design ideas and any artwork they may have, and design a proof to fit client standards and approval.  Legacy then provides accurate pricing that has been shown to be among the most competitive in the industry. .  Often ranging from $400 – $600 per 100 coins, this cost for most companies can even be written off on taxes as advertising. Combined with their production team’s high quality performance, the end results regularly beat those of equally priced products.  Legacy Coin Company takes pride in what they do, and always make sure of complete customer satisfaction. After payment has been made, delivery is usually within three weeks, depending on current workload.  Unlike most companies who ship the finished product in a generic bulk tube, each Legacy coin is individually packaged, and delivered to the client’s door.

When my wife, Candace decided to create a challenge coin as a fund-raiser for the nation’s largest all female not-for-profit firearms organization, The Well Armed Woman Shooting Chapters, she chose Legacy Coin Company. This organization is composed of various chapters in all 50 states headed up by State Leaders such as my wife. Currently there are over 10,000 ladies nationwide donating their time to learn safe firearm handling, NRA approved courses and achieving their goal to equip, educate and empower women worldwide. Over a period of a couple of weeks, the final design for the state of Florida coin was drawn up by Candace, approved by corporate headquarters and into production. Within a couple of weeks, the box containing the first 100 fund-raiser coins arrived at our door and ready for sale. The coins were brilliantly colored and true heirloom quality.

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The personal attention and quality received from Legacy Coin Company was top-notch. Immediately seeing the custom coins, it prompted me to start designing a coin for my Swanson Training Group to award future students along with their certificate. Legacy Coin Co has definitely earned my business from now on. The straight forward and quick turnaround of how Legacy Coin Co does business comes highly recommended for any fund-raisers, Police Departments, Private Contractors or Corporate Executives.

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/10/legacy-coin-company/

We Like Shooting 168 – Die Hardest

Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 168 – tonight we’ll talk about Hightower Armory Hi-Point bullpup chassis, WD-40, The Remington RP, crazy pants, John McClain and more!

Competition Shooter Full Time EMT from Vegas

You can find more about John McClain here

Our cast for episode 168 is Shawn Herrin, Aaron Krieger, Savage1r, Jeremy Pozderac, Nick Lynch! We are also joined by Ava Flanell from Elite Firearms & Training

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Where we talk about the stuff we have, the stuff that we want and the stuff that we need!

  • NickLynch – Rebel Silencers SOS-Hunter
  • Savage1r – hightower armory Hi-point makes a bullpup chassis
  • Aaron – WD-40
  • Shawn – Remington RP

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Savage1r goes over the news of the day relating to guns, rights and more!

  1. MA AG Healey in glock case morally crusading like a social justice warrior on crack.
  2. Pennsylvania senate passes state preemption bill, which would allow municipalities to be sued for passing laws stricter than state laws.
  3. Michigan Dems propose an ‘Assault Weapons’ ban
  4. Australia has to implement a new turn in program because gun control has failed.
  5. Email from Daniel Carmona

Hey Shawn

thanks for having Maj on WLS.  He is educating an underserved community about their rights, and their responsibilities to secure and be safe with firearms, even if they are prohibited persons.  Just cause you caught an F ( a felony) doesn’t mean you are allowed to break basic gun safety rules and endanger others in your vicinity.

I listened to episode 166 and hear everyone’s concern over people carrying “burners”.   Fear not guys, that just means “a firearm” in north Philly.  Doesn’t mean it was stolen/ a drop gun/ or missing serial numbers, it is just a firearm.  I live a few blocks away from there, here are a few more fun examples I have learned.

Jawn- a ‘thing”, a stand in for any noun “These jawns are crazy accurate” (jc arms and ammo), “I went to that Jawn and had a great time” (gun range).  “Ava’s Jawn is sweaty”, (upper lip)

wit- with onions “gimme a cheesesteak wit”

drawlin’- acting strangely; example- see Aaron

Keep up the good work, I never miss a show.

Dan Carmona

Philadelphia, PA

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by Some Coonass on Oct 21, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

Jeremy, I’m not sure what gets censored on this itunes thing, so go ahead and just insert random expletives as you see fit.Shawn, you know hashtags don’t work in real life right? #PoundSign. Don’t bother Savage about not showing his face. You know he doesn’t want anybody to see him smoking pot and playing video games. Which, by the way, is why his connection is so slow and he sounds like a robot penetrating a light socket. Aaron, I’ll pray for your ‘beetus man, but I don’t know if that works on Jews or not. I think it’s funny how Nick suddenly has no idea what’s happening every time it’s his turn to talk. Ava, keep up the good looks. I mean work.On a serious note, the show is great. You guys each provide a meaningfully unique point of view, and you’re great at sparking thought provoking conversations with your guests. & yoo no i cudn letchu git off dat ez jirumbey!!!1 i betchu thot yoo wuz bout 2 get thru a revue & not git kald gey. Butt its OK i think bein gey is legal now or somthin.

So Inclusive!

by ItBeFitz on Oct 19, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

It’s great to have finally found a firearms related podcast that breaks the stereotypical fat, old, white guy image. Of course they do have an old, fat, white guy (aka Aaron) but they also include an openly gay former marine and a transgender woman! The gay guy constantly talks about his boyfriend “Jim” and the tranny has a mustache (total giveaway) but other than that the show is both hilarious and informative!!

Big gay Jeremy

by Welikeshootingloads on Oct 18, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

Love the show guys and gals, your doing a fantastic job. Keep up the great work. Jeremy or as you like to be called in bed Jerome my butt puppet I miss you.

Call a doctor

by Dr. Spock on Oct 18, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

My colleagues and I like to listen to podcasts and practice analyzing the hosts. When we found We Like Shooting we expected redneck inbred sister loving hillbillies, we were mostly wrong. It was actually really entertaining and funny, but we still had a job to do, so this is our clinical and professional opinions of each of you; Shawn you suffer from something simple, it is called subtle racism while it is not in the DSM-5, it is what you are suffering from, Aaron is a sociopath, his disregard for the feelings of others, a lack of remorse or shame, and the ability to lie in order to achieve his goals also he is kind of douchy, Savage you suffer from more of a medical problem, have you thought about removing your vocal cords and replacing them with a mans?, Nick you either have C.A.P.D. Central Auditory Processing Disorder, or you are retarded, Ava saw you in some videos to follow up on your voice, we had expected you to be skinny and look like Fran Drescher as your voice reminded us of hers, well even doctors get it wrong sometimes, Jeremy we don’t have enough space or time to go through the list of things we could diagnosis you with, but we are sure the cure would be, just come out of the closet.

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BullGator Camo 

Review by Trampas Swanson and Craig Reinolds/Swanson Media Group

In the world as we know it, the human eye quickly recognizes shapes, colors and patterns. In the animal kingdom, nature has a way around our abilities by camouflaging its inhabitants from us and other predators. As a life-long hunter, I have over 30 years in the field searching for a camouflage clothing pattern that offers me the widest range of concealment throughout the various environments my Swanson Media Group team explores. Some are based on hardwoods of the cold northern states, some focus on the long needles of the Carolina and Georgia pines, while others just want to lose the hunter in more moss than a giant sequoia tree could hold. Recently, I have discovered a company who isn’t trying to copy patterns and images of trees and bushes, but instead, focuses on the creatures that are able to disappear seamlessly into any and all of those backgrounds. For those readers who have searched like we have, I would like to introduce you to BullGator Camo, “The Meanest Camo on the Planet!”

Earlier this year, hunter and outdoor writer, Craig Reinolds and I were walking the floor for the 4th day in a row during the firearm industry’s massive SHOT SHOW heading from one meeting to another when we came across the BullGator Outfitters booth. By this time, we had seen enough woodland variations of camo to create a small forest, but without a word, both Craig and I stopped dead in our tracks when we saw the mannequins displayed dressed head to toe in what appeared to be a camo pattern mimicking an alligator’s hide. I quickly said to my business partner, “Craig, I’m not 100% sure what this is yet, but I feel like two ‘ole boys from Florida who love hunting should check this out!” Given our home state is synonymous with all things alligator; this was the first time I had seen it used as camouflage! As we investigated further, Craig and I were met by a very friendly and knowledgeable sales consultant named Trent Ebner. After a great discussion about hunting and discovering this company was now based in Orlando, Florida about 2.5 hours from us, Trent urged me to contact the owner of the company, Tom Martin to find out more about their products.

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A few weeks after returning from Las Vegas and recovering from SHOT SHOW, I decided to give Tom a call and find out the story behind this approach to camouflage hunting apparel. Tom and I hit it off right off the bat as two long time hunters usually do. As the story goes, Tom explains, “Our dream is to develop and produce the meanest and most unique camouflage on the planet. Our camouflage is based on the natural patterning of one of America’s pinnacle predators, the American Alligator. The idea for this began some years ago as we became hooked on pursuing the elusive trophy American Alligator during the annual hunting season. During the first few years of gator hunting all of it was done at night by spotlight as the laws of Florida did not allow much daylight hunting. In 2009 and again in 2010 the hunting hours were extended with more daylight hunting, allowing us to spot the gators with binoculars and stalk them similar to how they stalk their prey, which is quite a thrill. One of the most difficult parts to gator hunting though is actually seeing them at all! Whether they’re hiding in the weeds or even out in the middle of the water, they can be almost impossible to see. After a while it hit us, naturally patterned camouflage is already amazing! Why try to improve upon what nature has already created? With that thought BullGator Camouflage, ‘The Meanest camo on the Planet’ was born. “

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Eager to see how this alligator camouflage would work in practical application given various environments, Tom and I discussed field testing their hunting apparel in the swamps in which its pattern was born as well as in the mixed hardwoods and pines of eastern NC. Within a couple of weeks, I had 3 full sets of BullGator Camo arriving at the door. The game plan being, Craig and I to field test the camo here in Florida and 50+ year experienced hunter, Rick Swanson to test it in North Carolina. In each set where a short sleeve and long sleeve thin, breathable T-shirt, a button down collared shirt, pair of hunting pants and a BullGator Camo logo hat. With being completely outfitted at that point, we were all set out on our adventures to give this new camo a whirl!

Right out of the gate, Rick Swanson decided to test the BullGator Camo against the eyes of the turkeys of eastern North Carolina. One the very first day of wearing BullGator in the field, Rick called in a pair of large gobblers more interested in fighting over hen decoys than looking for hunters. After watching for a while, Rick pulled the hammer on one of the combatants and ended the fight. As you can see in the photos, the BullGator Camo works well for the birch, pine and oaks of North Carolina. Score one turkey dinner for BullGator Camo!

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Over the summer, Craig and I were able to get in a few hog hunts between other outdoor activities such as firearms training and kayaking. Even in the humid Florida mornings, the long sleeve T-shirts and hunting pants were comfortable and breathed well. Craig was fortunate to ambush a group of hogs and come out with a good sized Florida pig. Hunting together, I could see firsthand, the BullGator Camo really blended well into the swamp foliage, deep brown grasses and dark water environment.

Now into the local white tail deer season here in Florida, the hunt is on for venison! Already, the BullGator Camo has been noticed blending well with the cut over forest environment as well as the thick wooded trails flooded by the recent hurricane. The button down BullGator Camo shirt and hunting pants work well with against the briars and cool mornings. As the season moves closer to winter and less foliage in the woods, I am looking forward to how things progress. Stay tuned to further on going adventures with BullGator Camo!

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/10/bullgator-camo/

THE NEW UF PRO® MONSOON RAIN SHIRT

The ultimate weather protection jacket underneath your body armour or chest rig.

UF PRO introduced today a new addition to their Monsoon waterproof range- the new Monsoon Rain Shirt.

The lightweight, low bulk Monsoon Rain Shirt is specifically designed to be worn underneath the body armour, chest rig or other additional gear.

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It’s made out of a special laminate mix, which makes the jacket thin, breathable and lightweight where it is covered with gear and very robust and extra durable wherever it is not.

Exposed areas, like shoulders, lower back and sleeves are made out of a robust and durable 3-layer laminate. The rest of the jacket is made out of an extremely lightweight and low bulk 2.5-layer laminate. Both laminates are based on a super breathable and reliably waterproof high-tech membrane.

monsoon-rain-shirt-laminate-mix3For better wear comfort and reduced risk of secondary fragments underneath the body armour, there are no pockets or zipper pullers in the torso area.

In order to avoid the formation of so called “thermal bridges“ between your skin and the outside air, the Monsoon Rain Shirt has built-in air/pac inserts in the shoulder area. These 8mm thick mesh inserts give you the necessary insulation between your skin and the outside temperature and thus prevent cold air to transfer from the outside to your skin.

Due to their 3D foamy structure, the air/pac inserts also distribute the weight of plate carriers or backpacks.

For an unhindered vision and an uncompromised hearing, the jacket has a special integrated hood system called the Hood/Harness. The harness comfortably connects your head to the hood and thus flawlessly follows your head movements, allowing you unhindered vision in extreme weather conditions.

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And since there is no strapping needed, the space between your head and the laminate is kept, which keeps the air circulation and doesn’t limit your hearing.

The Monsoon Rain Shirt is available in Brown Grey and in PenCott GreenZone.

Find out more about it here:

http://ufpro.si/uf_pro_products/jackets/94/uf_pro_monsoon_rain_shirt/  

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/11/new-uf-pro-monsoon-rain-shirt/

VZ Grips® releases first ever One-Piece G-10 AR grip

November 7th, 2016: VZ Weapon Solutions® (A VZ Grips Company) is proud to announce its newest revolutionary product; The VZ AR Grip (ARG). The ARG’s are precision machined, and textured G-10 AR pistol grips designed to work with every AR variant currently available in the market. The ARG’s are precision machined out of one solid piece of G-10 laminate (A first ever!). The end result is a “rock solid”controlled grip.

With innovation and function as their leading edge, VZ did not rest on its laurels by merely matching their popular patterns to an AR pistol grip. VZ re-designed the ARG from the ground up. The grip angle on the ARG was adjusted to a 17 degree angle to prevent grip fatigue and allow the shooter maneuverability around tight spaces. The ARG also comes in two sizes to accommodate every shooters needs, a standard and “Shorty” version are available.

“We hope to continue to offer folk’s products that they can depend on day in, and day out.”, “VZ Weapon Solutions is more than just a side project for us, it’s our way of showing the newer generation of shooters that we are looking out for them too.”  -John VanZyck (VZ Grips Owner).

Color options will eventually be a myriad of patterns/ colors to match all of their existing gun grips. For now the first available patterns will be: Alien, Frag, Recon, Diamond Slant, and Operator 2. MSRP starts at $95.00 for Standard, and Shorty grips.

AR Grips on a Daniel Defense VII weapon. VZ Grips

AR Grips on a Daniel Defense VII weapon. VZ Grips

Learn more at: www.VZGrips.com/rifle-grips/ar-grips

About VZ Grips: VZ Grips was started in 2003 by John VanZyck in hopes of creating the perfect aftermarket compliment for production pistols. He started designing & manufacturing textured grip solutions that would aid the shooter in proper grip and form. John (being an avid competitive shooter) used Intel gained from competing in countless matches, and researching fellow shooters demand for a “Better Grip”. VZ now offers various different grip options for guns like the 1911, Sig Sauer, Beretta, CZ pistols all the way to S&W revolvers. VZ’s OEM work has also allowed them to bring the customer this option straight out of the box. Their clients include companies like Remington, Kimber, Ed Brown, Para Ordnance, Dan Wesson, Wilson Combat, Nighthawk Customs, and even Strider Knives. VZ Grips prides themselves on the quality of their products, and the fact that they are MADE IN THE U.S.A. THE VZ WAY.

Press Contact: Gabriel Cabrera | Gabe@VZGrips.com

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/11/vz-grips-releases-first-ever-one-piece-g-10-ar-grip/

The Adventures of the Iron Pipeline: Tracking Your Stolen Guns, Part 2

There’s been an update on my adventure with stolen firearms and so I’m passing the furtherance of my information onto you. The vast majority of gun owners, thankfully, haven’t had to experience dealing with the aftermath of stolen firearms and I wish this experience on no owner… It’s a just a heaping slog of frustration.

Back in May I published the first article after doing what I could post theft, dealing with the local law enforcement, and waiting hopefully. In a stroke of luck one of the firearms was recovered! I was notified after being called and left a message referencing one the other two firearms stolen. The phone tag on this took about two weeks to complete.

So for a timeline reference:

Firearms stolen on Feb. 7

Phone tag for police reports occurred over the subsequent days and weeks to correct reports passed on by the police to other agencies, confirm serial numbers, and finalize the theft status.

I was called in July to confirm the status of my stolen rifle. During the couple week phone tag on that account I was notified that one of my pistols had been recovered… That pistol was seized in April… Again I was notified, as an afterthought, in July. I was told agencies would make contact with me when they had custody of the pistol again.

At the end of July I made proactive contact with the agency in custody of the pistol, 130 miles away from its point of theft. Kentwood, MI to Washtenaw, MI. I heard back promptly from the officer thankfully and was given the Washtenaw case number.

The next month was spent trying to get in contact with the case officer, who was being CC the conversation between me and the property officer. The last conversation I had with any agency contacts was at the end of August where I am waiting for Washtenaw to finish their case against the felon found in possession of my handgun, who if my report from the officer in Kent Co. is accurate, is only being charged with Concealed Carry of a Firearm on the choices of the prosecutors office.

So now in October, 8 months into this interesting ordeal, I await information from Washtenaw and/or Kent counties on when I will recover the first of my stolen firearms and still waiting to hear anything on my other two…

Ladies and Gentlemen this is an aggravating process. Made more so because it’s a property crime on your end (lower priority) but a firearms crime on the end of the perpetrator (longer prosecutions, retained evidence, etc.) and then prosecutors discretion. Where was it found? What were those in possession doing? Can they leverage charges to trace it back to the thieves not recipients of the illegal sale… all long, slow, drawn out processes.

So once again, learn from others mistakes. Keep your firearms close because even if they’re found getting them back isn’t quick, easy, or painless.

8 months in. 6 months after it was recovered… And the person who had it illegally is only getting a fraction of the possible charges against them. Yet I am told firearms crimes are a huge problem and we need to do X, Y, and Z to combat them when we don’t use all the laws already on the books to prosecute… Nice… Noted… But of course we need more laws…

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/adventures-iron-pipeline-tracking-stolen-guns-part-2/

We Like Shooting 169 – Clowning Around

This episode of the We Like Shooting show is brought to you by Second Call Defense, Manticore Arms, DEZ Tactical Arms, the Sonoran Desert Institute, JC Arms and Ammunition and Patriot Patch Company!

Check out our Shootout challenge! Targets, rules and swag available here!

Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 169 – tonight we’ll talk about elections, guns, halloween, pumpkins and more!

Our cast for episode 169 is Shawn Herrin, Aaron Krieger, Savage1r, Jeremy Pozderac, Nick Lynch! We are also joined by Ava Flanell from Elite Firearms & Training

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Reality based accessories that solve problems! Manticore Arms makes parts for your fighting rifles, whether it’s an AK, AR-15, AUG, Tavor, CZ Scorpion Evo or even something else!

Get 10% off at Manticore Arms with code WLS10!

Brought to you by DEZ Tactical Arms

Where we talk about the stuff we have, the stuff that we want and the stuff that we need!

Rifles and accessories for the AR-15 lover! Whether you need a full rifle or just parts to build one DEZ has your back. High quality, match grade and most parts are made in house.

Get 10% off at DEZ Tactical Arms with code WLSPATRON!

The absolute best ammo we’ve shot! Match grade primers, match grade powder, virgin brass and top quality projectiles, at range ammo prices. You have got to see it to believe it!

Get $5 off at JC Arms and Ammunition with code WLS5OFF!

Brought to you by JC Arms & Ammunition

Savage1r goes over the news of the day relating to guns, rights and more!

Learn how to be a gunsmith in the comfort of your own home. Distance learning that gives you tools and a gun in a box to build as you learn! Whether you want to get more acquianted with your AR-15 or want an associates degree, SDI is the place for you.

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Better than a kick in the scrote

by Littlemanbighands on Oct 28, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

i may or may not be a navy seal who invests crap and writes books and i must say that this is such a great show i know pretty much everything about guns yet still manage to learn all kinds of great new stuff the cast has turned me onto items such shemaghs black rhino and second call defense the diverse cast is a great mix of personalities from the amiable aaron to the enigmatic savage ava is okay i guess but sort of reminds me of a girl i once proposed to that instead of saying yes decided to cut out my heart shawn is a great ringleader jeremy is the coolest gay guy ever and how can you leave out the nondescript nick despite the difficult to listen to black guns matter interview most of the guests are really great if you have not had a chance to check out this podcast you are really missing out my apologies about the lack of punctuation and its now time for the weekly ritual of ironing my chris kyle poster and tuning in for another installment of wls cheers

I HEART NICK!

by toothbtold on Oct 27, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

Funny story, I found this show by accident, I was looking for something to keep my mind off the death of my wife, and well this did it for me. I guess that wasnt really a funny story, but you know what is funny, this group of knuckle heads. Great content, great humor and tons of info. My favorite has to be Nick, he reminds me of my dead wife’s dog, who I had put down right after she passed, that is a different yet also humorous story, anyhow, it never learned tricks, and pretty much just stared off into space, it would randomly bark and I am pretty sure it ate its own poop. That is what Nick reminds me of.

Savaged by natives

by Poke your Hindess on Oct 26 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

How do I love the show? Let me count the ways. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100!!!. 101. 102. 103. 104. 105. 106. 107. 108. 109. 110. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115. 116. 117. 118. 119. 120. 121. 122. 123. 124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129. 130. 131. 132. 133. 134. 135. 136. 137. 138. 139. 140. 141. 142. 143. 144. 145. 146. 147. 148. 149. 150. 151. 152. 153. 154. 155. 156. 157. 158. 159. 160. 161. 162. 163. 164. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 171. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176. 177. 178. 179. 180. 181. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190. 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. 201. 202. 203. 204. 205. 206. 207. 208. 209. 210. 211. 212. 213. 214. 215. 216. 217. 218. 219. 220. 221. 222. 223. 224. 225. 226. 227. 228. 229. 230. 231. 232. 233. 234. 235. 236. 237. 238. 239. 240. 241. 242. 243. 244. 245. 246. 247. 248. 249. 250. 251. 252. 253. 254. 255. 256. 257. 258. 259. 260. 261. 262. 263. 264. 265. 266. 267. 268. 269. 270. 271. 272. 273. 274. 275. 276. 277. 278. 279. 280. 281. 282. 283. 284. 285. 286. 287. 288. 289. 290. 291. 292. 293. 294. 295. 296. 297. 298. 299. 300!

Proctologist?

by Dr. Big Hands on Oct 25, 2016

RATING: ★★★★★

It is hard to describe the feelings I get when I listen to the We Like Shooting Show. The voices the personalities, I want to give you some examples, I play a game where when I hear Jeremy Snort, burp, cough, sneeze or any of about 1000 bodily noises I make a tick mark on a sheet of white paper, by the end of most shows it looks like just a sheet of graphite, Jeremy, what gives man? I thought gay people were supposed to be all prim and proper. Nick, is there someplace you need to be? It is like all you do is sit around not paying attention, I assume you must be waiting for something more important to happen. Savage, Your voice is like an angel,  if angels died in fire after be stomped on by a group of neo nazies. Speaking of Nazis, your voice Ava makes people want to start the Fourth Reich. Aaron, for someone so fat I am surprised you have any air left in you to interrupt people so often. And Shawn you cool brother. Keep it up, you are the best, except Aaron Fuck him.

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AR-15/10 Advanced Tactical Grips

December, 2016–Loveland, CO – Hexmag, LLC (www.hexmag.com), maker of the most advanced and versatile AR-15/AR-10 platform magazines on the market, proudly presents two new pistol grips that are excellent for either rifle. Both grips are available in black or flat dark earth and feature upper grip extensions. Check these and our AR magazines out at booth 451 lower level SHOT.

New from Hexmag is the Hexmag Tactical Grip (HTG). This grip features a unique overmolded soft rubber grip surface with finger grooves and a rounded back strap swell similar to many 1911 pistols. The HTG also comes with the innovative GapperTM which fills the space between the trigger guard and grip for increased comfort.

The HTG allows for a fuller and firmer grip squeeze – or purchase and is an excellent choice for most shooters. Its grip well is also hollow so backup items such as batteries, ear plugs, and a number of after-market accessories can be inserted inside for long term backup.

MSRP: $34.99

“The versatility that each of these grips provides to our customers ensures that whether in the field or at the range, Hexmag has affordable options that get the job done.”–Says Dave Smith, Marketing Director.


The Hexmag Advanced Tactical Grip (ATG) is designed for competition and shooters with special needs/requirements. This patented and easily-installed grip allows shooter to adjust the grip angle by several degrees to accommodate different preferences, hand sizes and/or shooting positions.

Installing the ATG on an AR-15/10 platform is a five-minute task that can be done without machining or special fitting. After installation, the grip angle can be easily adjusted from the standard to 17, 25 or 33 degrees takes in just a few seconds: loosen the grip well screw, move the grip to the desired position, then re tighten the screw and it will stay locked in position.

MSRP: $27.99

Hexmag grips, magazines and accessories are made in the USA and come with Hexmag’s Lifetime Warranty!

Be sure to drop by Booth 451 lower level at this year’s SHOT Show, meet the Hexmag team and check out their new line of AR magazines and other gear for serious shooters.

Steve Talks About X95 with Tom From IWI

So there is no secret we train with Steve Fisher of Sentinel Concepts on a regular basis. We are proud to have worked with him as well as Tom Alibrando formerly of Blackwater and current LEO trainer at IWI about the new IWI Tavor X95.

This is the first video in a series of drills and techniques discussed about the x95 that will be very useful for those who are either interested  in the gun or bullpups in general. We know the audio is not great as this was the first video shot. Moving into later videos I assure you it gets better.

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/steve-talks-x95-tom-iwi/

MCX Mandatory Carriage Assembly Replacement Program

SIG SAUER is conducting a mandatory replacement of the carriage assembly in SIG MCX rifles. SIG has found through extensive factory testing that in extremely rare instances, not reported in the field and extremely difficult to replicate, a condition may exist causing an unintended discharge. Failure to follow the loading procedures and basic rules of safe firearms handling outlined in the user’s manual has the potential to cause serious bodily harm or death. Although this has only been witnessed in 300 blackout, SIG has decided to upgrade all MCX models since the MCX is a modular platform and we want to ensure the quality and reliability of all products we manufacture.

Stop use of firearm immediately, and visit the SIG SAUER website listed below as soon as possible to register your firearm, initiate the process and view a video explaining how to change out your carriage assembly. SIG will send you a prepaid box to return your complete carriage assembly to the factory. A new assembly, designed with the firing pin locking mechanism, will be shipped out to you within 5-7 working days of the receipt of your parts at no cost to you. Please note total in transit times will vary based on geographic locations. SIG will also send you a $50 gift voucher for any inconvenience this may have caused. This upgraded carriage assembly addresses this potential issue while enhancing the performance and longevity of your rifle. You may also contact SIG SAUER customer service at the number below with any questions if needed.

SIG SAUER is committed to addressing this issue in an expedited manner, and appreciates your support.

Firearm Registrationhttps://www.sigsauer.com/support/warranty/warranty-registration/

For Customer Service603-610-3000: Option 2

Instructional Video:


*Serial numbers 63C000044 – 63C003702 – Contact SIG Customer Service for instructions.

*If you have replaced your trigger group with an aftermarket trigger please contact SIG Customer Service for instructions.

*SIG SAUER Dealers should call designated Commercial Sales Support Representative.

*Any MCX rifle with a serial number ending in 25000 or higher is exempt from this program.

Current Carriage Assembly

NEW Carriage Assembly with Firing Pin Lock

Lever Gear Multitool Wallet Review

So, you want to be as prepared as McGyver but don’t want to dress Tacticool enough to carry all the knives, guns, flashlights, multi-tools and other EDC gear, so what do you do? The trick is to downsize, to do that we have looked at some smaller multi tools in the past but even those add weight, and can be difficult to use with their size.

Instead of adding an item, you could alternatively replace an existing item in your EDC. We tried just that for the last 60 days using the LEVER Gear Toolcard. Designed and built in the United States this money clip styled multi-tool immediately grabbed our attention.

Specs:

Dimensions:

Without clip: 3.27” x 2.09” x 0.06”
With clip: 3.27” x 2.09” x 0.40”

Weight:

Without clip: 1 ounce
With clip: 1.3 ounces

Hardness:

HRC 50

Material:

420 Stainless Steel

Finish:

Black Nitride QPQ

The advertising labeled the Toolcard as 40 “functions” instead of the standard metric of tools. Here is what we identified on the tool.

  • Small Flathead screwdriver
  • 1-12 cm circle template (compass)
  • Metric Ruler to 8cm
  • Phillips Screwdriver
  • Money Clip
  • Prybar
  • Nail Puller
  • Speed Square 30,45,60,90 degree
  • Cord Cutter
  • Large Flathead Screwdriver
  • Bottle Opener
  • Protractor
  • Box Opener
  • Can Opener
  • 5mm-13mm Metric Wrenches
  • Open Ended Wrenches
  • 1/4“ Hex Bit Holder
  • Straight Edge
  • 5/16 – 1/2“ Wrenches
  • Inches Ruler
  • 3/16” Wrench
  • 9/16” wrench
  • 15mm wrench

That’s allot built into a single metal card not much thicker than a credit card built out of 420 stainless steel. So lets see how it actually holds up and if it can do all it says.

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

My first concern when getting the Toolcard by LEVER Gear was that the card would not hold up. While I love my Trayvax wallet we reviewed some time ago it has not held up as well as I would have liked. Even during our initial testing the Trayvax bent. As of yet the Lever Gear Toolcard has not bent even when wrenching screwing and more. That’s a win.

The small and large Flathead screwdrivers worked well. The ruler is very easy to read and since it is laser engraved and not painted, I have been unable to scratch the markings off. The Prybar is very small so you’re not going to use this outside of very small things. I have found the prybar tool useful when trying to get into battery compartments on gear allowing me to save my knife edge. As for the nail puller think picture frame nails not 2×4 nails, but still useful.

Here is where I show my man card weakness I am not a carpenter and frankly do not have the skillset my father has. I have never used a speed square and have no idea on how to use one so these notches went untested.

The cord cutter works though it is not overly sharp. It has no issue with braded thin rope but will never replace a blade. The bottle opener has come in super handy multiple times including a local party where the household opener “disappeared” mid party. Side note you can actually the bottle opener without taking your cards out of the Toolcard, if using it as a card holder/money clip.

The can opener is something you should never have to use. If you have ever used an old-school opener you know it is a PITA but in a pinch you will be super happy you have access to one. The wrenches were something I expected to fail by either striping the bolt heads or bending the Toolcard. I am glad to say I was wrong. Like all multi-tools I would prefer a wrench set to this card but it gets the job done and that’s the point

The straight edge is straight, go figure, it worked. I have little need to draw circles but it is clear they put a lot of thought into how to space out the various points so you can get just about any measurement you would need within 12mm or 5 inches.

I have to call out the money clip someplace between good and bad. It is designed to hold 6 cards. That is a bit light for me. I am not calling it bad because for many that is probably enough. When the money clip is removed, you gain access to another wrench spot. For those of you leather lovers that enjoy the wallet you already have you can remove the clip and slide the Toolcard into your wallet. The fact that it is removable is my favorite part about it.

There are only 2 deficiencies we found starting with the box opener. The Toolcard is labeled as TSA compliant so the box opener is not sharp at all. It can work but with effort. It is the equivalent of opening a box with a car key. No doubt I have open many a box with a key, and the box opener will work on clear tape or paper tape but if it the stranded packing tape you’re going to struggle. Use your knife here.

The Philips head screwdriver is 3/4ths of a Philips screwdriver having only 3 of the expected 4 teeth. Not only does it have only 3 teeth the tooth complimentary to the missing tooth is about ½ a typical tooth size. I can see why they did this, the design allows for it to work on really small screws but already being down a tooth leaves you with a Philips head that is likely to strip all but the smallest of screws. Unless it was the purest of necessities I would not use the Philips head bit.

The hex bit wrench is not a good or bad it more of a why is this here?  The idea of having the ability to use a hex bit is a fundamentally smart idea. In application though you have to wonder what situation would afford you access to a hex bit without a screwdriver or wrench driver also when the purpose of the Toolcard is to go light.  I am not going to carry a stack of hex bits around with me for EDC, so I just don’t see the point. I would love for comments on this for how you might use this feature to your advantage but I’m not seeing it.

Real Use

I ordered the LEVER Gear Toolcard in Black Nitride (QPQ) as that is a preferred coating for my firearms so I know it’s advantages. The coating has held up really well as I would expect from QPQ. I have flip flopped between running with and without the money clip but in either configuration I have enjoyed having the card with me.

While the card does its job without bending, breaking or failing, it is less ideal than its “real world” counterpart but for many the same can be said about any multitool. In a pinch however having a small form, lightweight item that can get the job done is worth having it around. At a $35 price point to get a super light and easy to carry tool this card is a must have. While it lacks the pliers and knife blades a multitasker or Leatherman Mutt offers the weight savings have been such a big advantage that I have stopped carrying traditional multitools.

Summary

This is not a traditional tool replacement, but it can be a life saver in many situations. Its light weight and convertible ability to go from wallet insert to money clip allow for this to be an easy addition to your EDC that is not a gimmick. I highly recommend this as a choice for gift giving as well as a self splurge purchase.

You can get yours from LEVER Gear online here: https://levergear.com/ it comes in 2 colors, silver and black for a retail price of $35.

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/lever-gear-multitool-wallet-review/

Austere Provisions Brings Back Holidays of Old

Austere Provisions Company went back in time. When we were kids, we saw amazing stocking filled with all sorts of goodies…trucks, tanks, and planes, which fueled our imagination. Austere Provisions recreated that holiday fun with two different options, The Rifle Stocking and The Medical Stocking.

Two unique stockings to choose from that make the perfect gift! No need for wrapping, just hang them up on your mantle this Christmas Eve.
The Medical Stocking
  • NA Rescue 6″ Emergency Trauma Dressing
  • NA Rescue S-Roll Gauze
  • NA Rescue Large Bear Claw Gloves x 1 pr Lg
  • EMS shears, coyote
  • NA Rescue CAT TQ
  • Solkoa Emergency Blanket
  • Assorted APC Decals and Patch
The Rifle Stocking
  • Magpul MOE 30rd PMAG in black
  • Blue Force Gear M4 Belt Pouch in wolf
  • Hoppe’s 5.56 Boresnake
  • KleenBore Nylon Armorer’s Brush
  • Slip 2000 EWL, 1oz
  • Raven Concealment Custom TopStop in Wolf Gray
  • Assorted APC Decals and Patch

Find these and other great holiday gift ideas and discounts at https://www.austereprovisions.com

STOP! Just… Just Stop: False Equivalency and Why Your Opinion Doesn’t Matter.

It’s rare for me to rant but after the responses I’ve seen to the latest series of shootings, police involved and otherwise, I can’t stay silent. So here is some digital ink on the topic of False Equivalence and just how out of control that is today.

What is False Equivalence? It’s a logical fallacy where you link two arguments based on a shared premise of some sort. The premise does not have to be strong OR substantiated, just enough to sound good on the surface, usually a result of oversimplification. The opinion giver will usually use this to project a sense of authority or expertise that doesn’t exist. This may not be a conscious effort on the part of the opinion giver so I’m not ranting against the opinion giver. I’m angered by how easy false equivalency has been allowed to run rampant, in large part because of social media and the “comment” button.

Ladies and gentlemen comments and opinions are only so valuable, they have limits. Their great value is in expressing what we think but not how accurate our thinking is or how informed our opinions are on a given subject. False Equivalence lends a fallacious strength to arguments that shouldn’t be there. So please… stop it.

Your opinion has no value unless it can be used constructively either through data presented or innovative application.

If your opinion is so devoid of substance that it can be summarized accurately as “cops shouldn’t shoot people” congratulations on wasting oxygen on hot air devoid of anything except the stench of whatever you ate last.

Several things have my ire up but the specific trigger was a supposed “combat veteran” of Afghanistan who stated that how police officers were conducting themselves in recent shootings was paramount to free range murder. The charge was that because they (the soldiers) had ROE’s (Rules of Engagement) in Afghanistan and he felt there was a disparity here at home there were no relevant rules of conduct for police use of force compared to military restrictions.

Ask any officer the accuracy of that analysis… I’ll wait.

Because a 13 year old was killed by the cops the cops are more out of control than even the military in Afghanistan! It takes more to shoot at ISIS than a poor kid on the American streets! And this from the mouth a “Combat” Veteran and is therefore beyond refute or examination.

Except it is not. It is not at all. The moment we stop analyzing and just vomit forth our particular “wisdom” we have a recipe to be wrong… very wrong. Just emotionally validated.

In that particular case, we’re talking about a subject which drew a weapon at close range on the pursuing LEO’s after failing to heed commands. In any city, in any country, or on any battlefield that will get you killed in a hurry by armed officers or military personnel who are not going to allow that weapon to come to bear on themselves or their fellows. The alternative is what we saw in Paris with unarmed officers fleeing real threats because they had no way to respond to immediate deadly threats.

You and I must dispassionately analyze each individual incident for facts, stop the lumping and categorizing and do it case by case! This is how we learn and find real causes, study solid trends, and avoid making bad reactionary policy decisions that cause further harm because they will need to be corrected with other wild half cocked policy decisions.

Keith Scott, a man in possession of a stolen Colt Mustang .380 illegally bought, who was almost certainly a prohibited person, had a documented history of violence against his wife and kids, and had the fact he illegally carried listed on the personal protective order his wife filed… anyone who believes this man was shot because of skin pigment is currently beyond reason and needs to walk themselves back. Stop… just stop… An armed person has a gun, does not drop the gun when ordered, and gets shot.

Why is credence given to the wife’s video as she lies on camera about her husband being armed? That was a lie, deliberate or not. Why did the narrative of him having a book get credence? Was a book found? Can anyone produce this book? Just like the “sandwich” another armed suspect was supposedly carrying shortly after the Michael Brown incident… when does a sandwich produce 9mm FMJ’s when squeezed and pointed at police officers?

This forced deliberate idiocy is creating a dichotomy throughout the nation, and the separation of the parts is sadly… logic. It’s becoming more important to jump onto your respective side and circle your wagons for the loud aggressive narrative of the respective sides than it is to figure out what happened in that incident and what lessons can be taken, if any, to save lives in the future.

So once again. STOP.

Look and listen, think, use that head to keep yourself out of trouble.

End rant.

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/stop-just-just-stop-false-equivalency-opinion-doesnt-matter/

Dem Rep Introduces “Assault Weapons” Bill in Michigan

A few days ago, a bill to ban so called “Assault Weapons” in Michigan was introduced by State Rep. Robert Wittenberg (D-Oak Park). The bill number is HB 5996 and I suggest you read through it if you have the time.

It’s probably no surprise to you, but the bill does nothing to promote safety. In fact, it actually bans things that promote safe gun handling.

I don’t like scare tactics, so I’ll cut to the chase – the bill is DOA.

HB 5996, as well as other bills that were introduced with it, are nothing more than a political stunt designed to exploit horrific tragedies for Rep. Wittenberg’s personal political gain. It is beyond shameful. We are 22 months into a 24 month legislative session. This past Wednesday was the last day the House is to be in session before the elections. It’s not hard to put the pieces together.

If you are relieved to know that the bill is already dead, also know that it is only because of the tremendous amount of work your local, state, and national gun groups have done. We have won this round right out of the gate, but we cannot become complacent. It is important that you join, donate to, and support, any and all groups that you feel have earned your support. They need all of the support they can get.

It is also important that you still contact your legislators and let them know how you feel about legislation like this. Even if your representative is one of the biggest pro-gun legislators in Lansing, they still need to hear that they are doing the right thing and you support them for it.

Find My Rep.  |  Find My Senator

So what’s actually in the bill? Well, as usual the gun banners have no idea what they are doing, or do they? We know that what they really want to do is ban anything with a trigger. Intentionally or not, this bill would put them a good distance down that path.

We hear a lot about “common-sense gun safety” from the anti-rights crowd, but now we can see what that actually means to them. According to HB 5996, it means banning common things that help people handle guns safely. Things like:

Telescoping stocks that allow you to fit the gun to you so that you can handle it safely, or share one firearm with your family. Does this mean they want you to buy more guns?

Barrel shrouds which are defined as a “covering […] that substantially or completely encircles the barrel, of a firearm and that allows the bearer of the firearm to hold the barrel […] without burning that hand.” How dare you not want to burn your hand! Off to jail with you!

Muzzle brakes defined as something attached to the muzzle to “reduce recoil”. To hell with your shoulder!

Muzzle compensators defined as something attached to the muzzle that “utilizes escaping gas to control muzzle movement”. Well, I guess they can never again whine about being worried about stray bullets.

At last but not least, the bill bans even possessing something called a “conversion kit“, which is basically defined as any part, or combination of parts, that can turn a firearm into an “assault weapon”. This would make possessing a small plastic foregrip, on its own, a 4 year felony.

It couldn’t be any more obvious that this isn’t about safety.

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/dem-rep-introduces-assault-weapons-bill-michigan/

Top 10 military photos of the week

Marines with 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment watch as a CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) approaches during an exercise at Fire Base Burt, Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range, Calif., Oct. 1, 2016. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness.

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A U.S. Marine carries his gear and prepares to board the USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19) via landing craft utility boats Oct. 4, 2016 at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Norfolk, Virginia as part of a disaster relief assessment team of approximately 300 Marines and sailors. The Marines and sailors are from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and will assist in providing damage assessment and information to disaster relief coordinators and leadership in determining the U.S. role in providing possible humanitarian aid in the region in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, a reported Category IV storm that hit the region Tuesday.

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Air Force

Tech. Sgt. Jason Umlauf, a 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal craftsman, sweeps an area with a mine detector during exercise Northern Challenge 16 in Keflavik, Iceland, Sept. 19, 2016. The exercise focused on disabling improvised explosive devices in support of counterterrorism tactics to prepare Partnership for Peace, NATO, and Nordic nations for international deployments and defense against terrorism.

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Staff Sgt. Dale Rodgers, a 20th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion craftsman, examines an afterburner during an F-16CM Fighting Falcon engine check at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Sept. 26, 2016. An F-16 engine in full afterburn utilizes a thrust of 32,000 pounds to propel the aircraft into flight.

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Army

A U.S. Soldier of the 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, Joint Multinational Readiness Center fires a simulated Rocket Propelled Grenade Launcher while role-playing as opposing force during Exercise Allied Spirit V at 7th Army Training Command’s Hohenfels Training Area, Germany, Oct. 4, 2016. Exercise Allied Spirit includes about 2,520 participants from eight NATO nations, and exercises tactical interoperability and tests secure communications within Alliance members and partner nations.

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U.S. Soldiers of Regimental Engineer Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment provide ground security for an AH-64 Apache while conducting a sling load operation during Exercise Allied Spirit V at 7th Army Training Command’s Hohenfels Training Area, Germany, Oct. 4, 2016. Exercise Allied Spirit includes about 2,520 participants from eight NATO nations, and exercises tactical interoperability and tests secure communications within Alliance members and partner nations.

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Seaman (AW) Brice Scraper, top, from Dallas, and Petty Officer 2nd Class (AW) Alex Miller, from Monroe, Michigan, verify the serial number of a Captive Air Training Missile (CATM) 9M, attached to an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the “Royal Maces” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 on the flight deck of the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The CATM-9M is the training counterpart to the AIM-9M Sidewinder air-to-air missile. Ronald Reagan, the Carrier Strike Group Five (CSG 5) flagship, is on patrol supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

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Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) load ordnance onto an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105. Ike and its Carrier Strike Group are deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

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Coast Guard

Coast Guardsmen, from units across the Pacific Northwest, carry a large American flag down Fourth Avenue during Seattle’s 67th Seafair Torchlight Parade, July 30, 2016. Dating back to the 1950s, the Torchlight Parade remains one of the longest running annual events in the Seattle area.

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Petty Officer 3rd Class Tanner King, a crewmember of Coast Guard Station Boston, is underway aboard a 45-foot response boat during a security escort in Boston Harbor, Thursday, July 21, 2016. The station’s crew escorted the Norwegian-flagged LNG tanker BW GDF SUEZ Boston into a terminal in Boston.

Source Article from http://www.special-ops.org/20408/top-10-military-photos-of-the-week/