Machined out of 6061 aluminum, the Tactical Pen from Smith & Wesson is ready to go anywhere. The addition of a stylus ball on the pen’s cap makes it the perfect tool for users of touch-screen devices, and included is a pocket clip laser engraved with the company’s logo. Replaceable black ink cartridges include a ball-point tip for smooth gliding on paper. Overall length is 5.7", and the unit weighs 1.4 ozs. Price: $40.
Contact: Smith & Wesson; (800) 331-0852; smith-wesson.com.
When U.S. forces rushed to stop the North Koreans from overrunning South Korea in 1950, there were almost no American snipers. As the battle lines stabilized, that would change, and the war would become ideal for the employment of well-equipped and well-trained snipers.
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