Tactical Gear

How the AN/PVS-31A Transformed My Night Operations

When I first got my hands on the L3Harris Binocular Night Vision Device (BNVD), also referred to by its military name AN/PVS-31A, I immediately

1 year ago

by Eric Sof

Tactical light sticks for professionals — Cyalume Chemlights are tactical light sticks for professionals (Photo: Spec Ops Magazine)

Cyalume Chemlights: The crucial tactical light sticks for special operations

Chemlights are vital pieces of equipment used by the US military. These lightsticks are crucial in training exercises, tactical operations, and personal security and safety. Their primary function is to mark individuals,

3 years ago

Lights

Enabling the modern warfighter to bridge audio, data and power (Photo: INVISIO)

INVISIO V60 Gen II ADP: A new ultimate warfighter hub and PTT

In today’s modern battlefield, soldiers must have dependable communication systems that ensure their safety and success. INVISIO, a Swedish company specializing in mission-critical communication solutions, recently unveiled its latest creation – the

3 years ago

Communications

5.11 All Hazards Nitro backpack is ideal for EDC (Photo: XY)

5.11 All Hazards Nitro: The Perfect Backpack for All Your Tactical Needs

The 5.11 All Hazards Nitro is an all-purpose backpack designed to cater to individuals who require a rugged and versatile backpack to carry their essential gear. Whether you need to pack it

3 years ago

Backpacks

FBI agents training with ballistic shields in a building — FBI operators utilizing tactical shields to make safe entries into a building during training (Photo: XY)

Ballistic Shields and Barriers in Modern Military and Police Operations

Tactical shields, also called ballistic or bulletproof shields, are a form of protective gear employed by law enforcement, military units, and paramilitary organizations. These shields are designed to deflect bullets and other

3 years ago

Armor

The SAJ Serbian special police unit uses the LIBERVIT Door Raider system (Photo: MUP RS)

Door Raider: The most efficient heavy-duty door opener in the world

The LIBERVIT Door Raider is designed to quickly and effectively breach various material obstacles when time is of the essence. In practice, it has proven reliable and effective and is now used

3 years ago

Breaching

M4 Carbine: A Picatinny rails allows it to be great (Photo: XY)

Picatinny Rails: The Universal Mounting System for Your Weapon

The rapid technological development at the end of the 19th century significantly impacted the military industry. In the First World War, the first use of laser devices was recorded, initially in the

3 years ago

Tactical Gear

Belgian Special Forces Group (SFG) operator with the FN SCAR rifle in Jordan, pictured in November 2014 — Belgian Special Forces Group (SFG) operator with the F FN SCAR rifle in Jordan, pictured in November 2014 (Photo: XY)

Holographic Sights: Sights Specifically Designed for Close Quarters Combat

Elite units often require specialized weapons and equipment to meet the specific demands of their tasks. One important aspect of this equipment is that it is designed for close combat situations. To

3 years ago

Sights

Green berets conduct training at shooting range — U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) operator conduct training at shooting range (Photo: XY)

Reflex Sights: A Key Element of Tactical Operator Equipment

The reflex sights are handy tools for shooters looking for a reliable and effective choice to improve their aim. Their design allows for quick and accurate aiming in close combat situations, making

3 years ago

Sights

How to choose the right Red Dot sight? (Photo: Aimpoint)

Red Dot Sights: A thing that makes a shooter’s life easier

Red dot sights are a non-magnifying sighting device that utilizes a red light-emitting diode (LED) at the focus of collimator optics to show the shooter where to aim. This technology brings shooting

3 years ago

Sights

ATN X-Sight Pro mounted on rifle (Photo: XY)

ATN’s Best Day/Night Vision Scopes

Just because the sun goes down, doesn’t mean the hunting has to stop. In fact, things tend to get a little more exciting and all types of new critters come out. ATN

3 years ago

Lights

US Marine firing from Mk 19 40 mm grenade launcher mounted on M3 tripod during a training exercise (Photo: XY)

Traversing and Elevating Mechanism (T&E)

The traversing and elevating mechanism (T&E) is the device used to adjust the vertical and horizontal placement of the rounds in a controlled and accurate manner. The T&E is vital in adjusting

4 years ago

Tools

GPNVG-18 Night Vision Googles (Photo: XY)

Night-Vision Devices: A tactical advantage to own the night

A night-vision device (NVD), also known as night optical/observation device (NOD) and night-vision goggles (NVG), is an optoelectronic device that allows images to be produced in levels of light approaching total darkness.

4 years ago

Night Vision

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