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🇺🇲 Delve into the rich history of the Elgin Military Ordnance Wrist Watch—a timepiece that has left an indelible mark on military history and horology alike! Crafted with precision and designed for durability, the Elgin Military Ordnance Wrist Watch has stood the test of time as a symbol of reliability and excellence.
📉 The Elgin National Watch Company, commonly known as Elgin Watch Company, was a major american watch maker from 1864 to 1968. For nearly 100 years, the company's manufacturing complex in Elgin, Illinois, was the world's largest site dedicated to watchmaking.
⌚️ The story of the Elgin Military Ordnance Wrist Watch dates back to World War II, a time when precision timing was crucial for military operations. In response to the demand for rugged and dependable timepieces, Elgin Watch Company rose to the occasion, producing a series of wristwatches specifically designed for military use.
⚙️ Characterized by its robust construction and functional design, the Elgin Military Ordnance Wrist Watch featured a stainless steel case, luminous hands and hour markers, and a reliable manual-wind movement. Its ruggedness and accuracy made it an indispensable tool for soldiers navigating the challenges of combat.
🌟 From the battlefields of World War II to the wrists of watch enthusiasts, the Elgin Military Ordnance Wrist Watch remains a timeless symbol of courage, resilience, and precision.
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Quite simply one of the most interesting and unusual military wristwatches we offer, this extraordinarily rare Vietnam-war era Elgin features an original black dial and 16 jewel, true 24 hour movement with hack feature in a mint, original solid stainless steel A-11 case. Magnificent!
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Men's 1944 Elgin Military Ordnance Watch | Strickland Vintage Watches | Se bildet i god kvalitet her
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U.S. Army contracts General Dynamics for new Army Ground Mobility Vehicles – Defence Blog
The U.S. U.S. Military Contracting Command has issued a $14,four million contract for Military Floor Mobility Autos from Common Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Techniques.
The contract, introduced Friday by the U.S. Division of Protection, is offered for the manufacturing of Military Floor Mobility Autos and related kits.
Additionally famous that work areas and funding can be decided with every order, with an estimated completion date of Nov. 16, 2019.
In keeping with Common Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Techniques, the Military Floor Mobility Car fulfills a necessity within the airborne and air assault operations undertaken by Airborne Infantry Fight Groups. The A-GMV 1.1 is configured to hold an airborne infantry squad of 9 paratroopers, and their related tools (a payload capability of over 5,000 kilos.)
The car’s open design permits for a number of mission roles and might be modified to simply accept doable package configurations reminiscent of distant and manned turrets, armor and arctic kits if the Military develops a requirement for them sooner or later.
A-GMVs will enable Troopers faster mobility, than by foot, throughout an operational space, to shut on an goal with much less fatigue and higher readiness. The Military can ship the car to the sphere by airdrop or helicopter, rising the flexibleness of Troopers on the transfer:
9-man squad carrying functionality
Inside/exterior carry by CH-47, Chinook helicopter
Low-Velocity Air Drop by fixed-wing C-130 or C-17 transport plane
Distinctive mobility over all terrains
On October, Common Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Techniques has efficiently accomplished supply of the primary Military-Floor Mobility Autos (A-GMV 1.1) to the US Military. This marks the First Unit Outfitted (FUE) with the brand new A-GMV 1.1 functionality, which was delivered inside 4 months of contract award and consisted of autos, spares and coaching.
“The A-GMV 1.1 gives the Military with a car of superior off street mobility. We’re proud to assist the Military in accelerating this functionality to the sphere.” mentioned Steve Elgin, vice chairman and common supervisor of armament and platform methods for Common Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Techniques.
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GD-OTS, True Velocity announces weapons technology partnership
True Velocity has announced a partnership with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) to develop new weapons technologies.
Texas-based True Velocity and GD-OTS have expanded their partnership to develop the Next Generation Squad Weapon systems to replace the M4 and M249 platforms.
GD-OTS was one of five companies awarded contracts by the U.S. Army in July 2018 to develop prototypes of the Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle.
True Velocity has partnered with GD-OTS to support its new weapon system with a revolutionary composite case design that will yield significant ballistic improvements over traditional brass-cased ammunition, while also reducing the weight of a loaded cartridge, improving accuracy, decreasing thermal heat signature and diminishing wear and tear on the weapon system.
“True Velocity is committed to producing composite-cased ammunition that is superior to standard brass-cased ammunition in every way,” said True Velocity President Chris Tedford. “We feel strongly that our partnership with General Dynamics will result in a disruptive, technologically advanced weapon system that will afford our military a distinct advantage on the battlefield.”
The NGSAR is expected to improve upon the firepower and effective range of the M16 and M4 platforms, while simultaneously yielding capability improvements in accuracy and lethality, according to the Army. The weapon will weigh less than its predecessor, fire lightweight ammunition and have reduced acoustic and flash signature.
“By integrating the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Next Generation Squad Weapon with True Velocity’s superior composite-cased ammunition, we can provide the U.S. Army with the right balance of lethality, weight reduction, and over-match capability. We are excited for this partnership as we build on our capabilities as a system integrator” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for GD-OTS.
The deadline for the submission of prototypes is anticipated prior to the end of 2019.
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True Velocity has announced a partnership with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) to develop new weapons technologies.
Texas-based True Velocity and GD-OTS have expanded their partnership to develop the Next Generation Squad Weapon systems to replace the M4 and M249 platforms.
GD-OTS was one of five companies awarded contracts by the U.S. Army in July 2018 to develop prototypes of the Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle.
True Velocity has partnered with GD-OTS to support its new weapon system with a revolutionary composite case design that will yield significant ballistic improvements over traditional brass-cased ammunition, while also reducing the weight of a loaded cartridge, improving accuracy, decreasing thermal heat signature and diminishing wear and tear on the weapon system.
“True Velocity is committed to producing composite-cased ammunition that is superior to standard brass-cased ammunition in every way,” said True Velocity President Chris Tedford. “We feel strongly that our partnership with General Dynamics will result in a disruptive, technologically advanced weapon system that will afford our military a distinct advantage on the battlefield.”
The NGSAR is expected to improve upon the firepower and effective range of the M16 and M4 platforms, while simultaneously yielding capability improvements in accuracy and lethality, according to the Army. The weapon will weigh less than its predecessor, fire lightweight ammunition and have reduced acoustic and flash signature.
“By integrating the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Next Generation Squad Weapon with True Velocity’s superior composite-cased ammunition, we can provide the U.S. Army with the right balance of lethality, weight reduction, and over-match capability. We are excited for this partnership as we build on our capabilities as a system integrator” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for GD-OTS.
The deadline for the submission of prototypes is anticipated prior to the end of 2019.
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US unleashes ‘mother of all bombs’ for first time in Afghanistan
US unleashes ‘mother of all bombs’ for first time in Afghanistan
The GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) bomb is pictured in this undated handout photo provided by Elgin Air Force Base via Reuters WASHINGTON: The United States dropped “the mother of all bombs,” the largest non-nuclear device it has ever unleashed in combat, on a network of caves and tunnels used by Islamic State in eastern Afghanistan on Thursday, the military said. President Donald…
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Original WWII era military wristwatch by Elgin; completely original with a salmon dial and and serviced, with a correctly recreated O.D. strap.
#vintage#vintage watches#military watches#timepiece#wwii watches#ordnance watch#Elgin watch#men's fashion#WWII fashion#1940s fashion#men's watches#watches#horology#military timepiece#Strickland Vintage Watches
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Waiting for him to come home Model: Sarah Sutor, wearing a vintage Elgin military ordnance watch from 1943 Photographer: Rossie Newson Photography Hair: Corinne Smrz Makeup: Joli Beauchamp Makeup Special thanks to: John Henley and Ybor 1701 Studios
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GD-OTS, True Velocity announces weapons technology partnership
True Velocity has announced a partnership with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) to develop new weapons technologies.
Texas-based True Velocity and GD-OTS have expanded their partnership to develop the Next Generation Squad Weapon systems to replace the M4 and M249 platforms.
GD-OTS was one of five companies awarded contracts by the U.S. Army in July 2018 to develop prototypes of the Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle.
True Velocity has partnered with GD-OTS to support its new weapon system with a revolutionary composite case design that will yield significant ballistic improvements over traditional brass-cased ammunition, while also reducing the weight of a loaded cartridge, improving accuracy, decreasing thermal heat signature and diminishing wear and tear on the weapon system.
“True Velocity is committed to producing composite-cased ammunition that is superior to standard brass-cased ammunition in every way,” said True Velocity President Chris Tedford. “We feel strongly that our partnership with General Dynamics will result in a disruptive, technologically advanced weapon system that will afford our military a distinct advantage on the battlefield.”
The NGSAR is expected to improve upon the firepower and effective range of the M16 and M4 platforms, while simultaneously yielding capability improvements in accuracy and lethality, according to the Army. The weapon will weigh less than its predecessor, fire lightweight ammunition and have reduced acoustic and flash signature.
“By integrating the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Next Generation Squad Weapon with True Velocity’s superior composite-cased ammunition, we can provide the U.S. Army with the right balance of lethality, weight reduction, and over-match capability. We are excited for this partnership as we build on our capabilities as a system integrator” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for GD-OTS.
The deadline for the submission of prototypes is anticipated prior to the end of 2019.
from Defence Blog
True Velocity has announced a partnership with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) to develop new weapons technologies.
Texas-based True Velocity and GD-OTS have expanded their partnership to develop the Next Generation Squad Weapon systems to replace the M4 and M249 platforms.
GD-OTS was one of five companies awarded contracts by the U.S. Army in July 2018 to develop prototypes of the Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle.
True Velocity has partnered with GD-OTS to support its new weapon system with a revolutionary composite case design that will yield significant ballistic improvements over traditional brass-cased ammunition, while also reducing the weight of a loaded cartridge, improving accuracy, decreasing thermal heat signature and diminishing wear and tear on the weapon system.
“True Velocity is committed to producing composite-cased ammunition that is superior to standard brass-cased ammunition in every way,” said True Velocity President Chris Tedford. “We feel strongly that our partnership with General Dynamics will result in a disruptive, technologically advanced weapon system that will afford our military a distinct advantage on the battlefield.”
The NGSAR is expected to improve upon the firepower and effective range of the M16 and M4 platforms, while simultaneously yielding capability improvements in accuracy and lethality, according to the Army. The weapon will weigh less than its predecessor, fire lightweight ammunition and have reduced acoustic and flash signature.
“By integrating the General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Next Generation Squad Weapon with True Velocity’s superior composite-cased ammunition, we can provide the U.S. Army with the right balance of lethality, weight reduction, and over-match capability. We are excited for this partnership as we build on our capabilities as a system integrator” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for GD-OTS.
The deadline for the submission of prototypes is anticipated prior to the end of 2019.
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General Dynamics delivers first vehicles for U.S. Army’s Ground Mobility Vehicle program
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems announced that the company has successfully completed delivery of the first Army-Ground Mobility Vehicles (A-GMV 1.1) to the US Army.
According to the company’s statement, this marks the First Unit Equipped (FUE) with the new A-GMV 1.1 capability, which was delivered within four months of contract award and consisted of vehicles, spares and training.
The Army Ground Mobility Vehicle fulfills a need in the airborne and air assault operations undertaken by Airborne Infantry Combat Teams. The A-GMV 1.1 is configured to carry an airborne infantry squad of nine paratroopers, and their associated equipment (a payload capacity of over 5,000 pounds.) The vehicle’s open design allows for multiple mission roles and can be modified to accept possible kit configurations such as remote and manned turrets, armor and arctic kits if the Army develops a requirement for them in the future. The A-GMV 1.1 can be transported by Army inventory helicopters.
“The A-GMV 1.1 provides the Army with a vehicle of superior off road mobility. We’re proud to support the Army in accelerating this capability to the field.” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems.
A family of unique modular, military grade, mission-ready vehicles is designed to be internally transportable via CH-47 Helicopter as well as U.S. Air Force C–130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster III heavy lift aircraft.
Built for speed, mobility and maneuverability, the new vehicles allow operators to access previously denied terrain in demanding environments. These versatile vehicles can be reconfigured to support multiple crew and mission profiles, from three to nine operators with full payload and mission profile kits.
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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems announced that the company has successfully completed delivery of the first Army-Ground Mobility Vehicles (A-GMV 1.1) to the US Army.
According to the company’s statement, this marks the First Unit Equipped (FUE) with the new A-GMV 1.1 capability, which was delivered within four months of contract award and consisted of vehicles, spares and training.
The Army Ground Mobility Vehicle fulfills a need in the airborne and air assault operations undertaken by Airborne Infantry Combat Teams. The A-GMV 1.1 is configured to carry an airborne infantry squad of nine paratroopers, and their associated equipment (a payload capacity of over 5,000 pounds.) The vehicle’s open design allows for multiple mission roles and can be modified to accept possible kit configurations such as remote and manned turrets, armor and arctic kits if the Army develops a requirement for them in the future. The A-GMV 1.1 can be transported by Army inventory helicopters.
“The A-GMV 1.1 provides the Army with a vehicle of superior off road mobility. We’re proud to support the Army in accelerating this capability to the field.” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems.
A family of unique modular, military grade, mission-ready vehicles is designed to be internally transportable via CH-47 Helicopter as well as U.S. Air Force C–130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster III heavy lift aircraft.
Built for speed, mobility and maneuverability, the new vehicles allow operators to access previously denied terrain in demanding environments. These versatile vehicles can be reconfigured to support multiple crew and mission profiles, from three to nine operators with full payload and mission profile kits.
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General Dynamics delivers first vehicles for U.S. Army’s Ground Mobility Vehicle program
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems announced that the company has successfully completed delivery of the first Army-Ground Mobility Vehicles (A-GMV 1.1) to the US Army.
According to the company’s statement, this marks the First Unit Equipped (FUE) with the new A-GMV 1.1 capability, which was delivered within four months of contract award and consisted of vehicles, spares and training.
The Army Ground Mobility Vehicle fulfills a need in the airborne and air assault operations undertaken by Airborne Infantry Combat Teams. The A-GMV 1.1 is configured to carry an airborne infantry squad of nine paratroopers, and their associated equipment (a payload capacity of over 5,000 pounds.) The vehicle’s open design allows for multiple mission roles and can be modified to accept possible kit configurations such as remote and manned turrets, armor and arctic kits if the Army develops a requirement for them in the future. The A-GMV 1.1 can be transported by Army inventory helicopters.
“The A-GMV 1.1 provides the Army with a vehicle of superior off road mobility. We’re proud to support the Army in accelerating this capability to the field.” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems.
A family of unique modular, military grade, mission-ready vehicles is designed to be internally transportable via CH-47 Helicopter as well as U.S. Air Force C–130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster III heavy lift aircraft.
Built for speed, mobility and maneuverability, the new vehicles allow operators to access previously denied terrain in demanding environments. These versatile vehicles can be reconfigured to support multiple crew and mission profiles, from three to nine operators with full payload and mission profile kits.
from Defence Blog
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems announced that the company has successfully completed delivery of the first Army-Ground Mobility Vehicles (A-GMV 1.1) to the US Army.
According to the company’s statement, this marks the First Unit Equipped (FUE) with the new A-GMV 1.1 capability, which was delivered within four months of contract award and consisted of vehicles, spares and training.
The Army Ground Mobility Vehicle fulfills a need in the airborne and air assault operations undertaken by Airborne Infantry Combat Teams. The A-GMV 1.1 is configured to carry an airborne infantry squad of nine paratroopers, and their associated equipment (a payload capacity of over 5,000 pounds.) The vehicle’s open design allows for multiple mission roles and can be modified to accept possible kit configurations such as remote and manned turrets, armor and arctic kits if the Army develops a requirement for them in the future. The A-GMV 1.1 can be transported by Army inventory helicopters.
“The A-GMV 1.1 provides the Army with a vehicle of superior off road mobility. We’re proud to support the Army in accelerating this capability to the field.” said Steve Elgin, vice president and general manager of armament and platform systems for General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems.
A family of unique modular, military grade, mission-ready vehicles is designed to be internally transportable via CH-47 Helicopter as well as U.S. Air Force C–130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster III heavy lift aircraft.
Built for speed, mobility and maneuverability, the new vehicles allow operators to access previously denied terrain in demanding environments. These versatile vehicles can be reconfigured to support multiple crew and mission profiles, from three to nine operators with full payload and mission profile kits.
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