Soldier Systems

A myriad of low-profile tactical clothing and packs are currently on the market that rely on a velcro-based attachment system consisting of a grid of pile to secure holsters, pouches, and other accessories. Unfortunately, many of the pouches intended for these systems are very specialized and do not support a wide enough variety of equipment. Other models don’t offer internal organizers at all. Quite frankly, since the advent of PALS, velcro based systems have taken a back seat.

With this in mind, MilSpecMonkey developed the new Loop Panel as a low-cost alternative to what’s currently on the market.

The Loop Panels accommodate a wide variety of items from pistol and rifle magazines to flashlights due to the ingenious, yet simple design that utilizes two rows of different widths of elastic. There are two, 2″ slots on the inner elastic and a 4″ slot on the outer elastic. The loops are sewn down about .5″ from the ends to help prevent the panel from curling and the ends of the elastic are great for holding pens and markers.

They are sold in pairs and measure about 5″ x 2″.

To order go to Mil Spec Monkey.

Photos courtesy of MilSpecMonkey.

Gizmodo has published photos and some additional background info on the battery operated MPro 110 we discussed back in September. It is pocket sized and while gear heads will complain about the MPro 110’s low resolution, for a guy deployed to a forward location it can pull double duty as an MWR projector and small unit briefing aid.

Gerber considers the Artifact™ a key chain tool due to its compact size. It features an removable #11 hobby blade, cross driver, small and medium flat drivers, wire stripper, pry bar/paint can opener and a key chain attachment hole. It also includes 3 replacement blades and blade holder. As it utilizes hobby blades one user has suggested that you could dispose of the blade and replace it later in case you run into issues at the airport but the other features may give reason for pause.

The stainless-steel Artifact™ features a Titanium Nitrade coating. The Artifact™ is available from a variety of sources that offer it below the $13.76 MSRP.

Photo from Gerber.

Vuzix has been on the head mounted display scene for a couple of years now. In fact, if you own a headset for your iPod chances are that it is a Vuzix product. Naturally, we are interested in their tactical products and they have been instrumental in the Future Force Warrior program as well as taking on several special projects for USSOCOM. They are constantly developing new systems but here are two complimentary mainstays in their line.

The Tac Eye Goggle Mounted Display

What makes the GMD unique is that it is mounted below the eye unlike previous Head Mounted Displays which completely occluded the wearer’s vision. Additionally, it mounts directly to the operator’s goggles and it is adaptable to a wide variety of models (Revision, ESS, and Oakley) in order to accommodate different tastes or requirements. The SVGA+ (852×600) color display has a 32° horizontal field of view.

Wearable Mouse

The mouse is rugged and easily mounted to the operator’s kit.

For information on these and other custom solutions contact the Tactical Display Group.

Photos courtesy of Vuzix.

There are two things that we like; James Bond and Gadgets. In anticipation of the upcoming “The Quantum of Solace”Computer Weekly has combined the two in their photographic tribute to our favorite double naught spy.

Orion Filters is a company that has been around for several years but has only recently begun to expose a wider audience to their technologies. They specialize in products designed to enhance our night vision capability through improving vision and masking the tell-tale glow of an image intensifier tube.

REDEYE™, BLACKEYE™, and GREENEYE™ CAMOUFLAGE FACE PAINTS

REDEYE™ and BLACKEYE™ camouflage compounds are formulated to eliminate or minimize hazardous reflected “green light” emitted from phosphorous screens on Night Vision Devices. Both of these compounds appear “invisible/black” when viewed by a passive enemy Night Vision Device.

GREENEYE™ face paint has a signature identical to green vegetation when viewed at night through a passive NVG and/or using an IR Illuminator. It also appears as green in visible light.

For more information contact Orion Filters.

Specified Spectrum products are or may be designated as Defense Articles under Category XII(e) of the United States Munitions List and are subject to the licensing jurisdiction of the US Department of State in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22CFR through 130).

Wilcox’s Mission Helmet Recording System (MHRS) has been type classified as the AN/PSH-6 (Portable Special Recording Device according to the Joint Electronics Type Designation System) and assigned NSN: 5836-01-565-0663. We previously wrote about the MHRS in July. Since then some incremental improvements have been made to the system and it has been type classified. Type classification is a boon to organizations that rely extensively on the federal stock system to order equipment as they can use an NSN which seriously streamlines procurements.

The camera module now mounts to Wilcox’s Dashboard Assembly, their new mounting plate. The Dashboard Assembly is the key to Wilcox’s modularity as it accepts the camera as well as NVGs and attaches to both one and three hole helmets.

For more information and a list of retailers contact Wilcox Industries.

Photos courtesy of Wilcox Industries. Export of this product is regulated by the US Department of State in accordance with guidelines of “International Traffic Arms Regulation (ITAR)” per Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations,
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It seems like we write an awful lot about TAD Gear but what can we say? We love TAD Gear. And besides, they are constantly bringing out innovative new products. In fact, they just released 5 additional designs to their innovative Ranger Eye line. The v3.0 Glow In The Dark (GITD) Ranger Eyes feature new artwork including (clockwise) Skull Spade, Grizzly Titus, Skull Bones, MOD Skull, Affonso Rhino, and the Terminator Skull from the v2.0 line is still available as well. The animal characters are from Rocket World’s I.W.G. line which has spawned an entire line of designer toys.

They are 3/4″ tall and manufactured from PVC. The Ranger Eyes attach to caps, packs, clothing, or anything with a patch of velcro pile.

As you can see, the designs stand out quite well in the dark. Sold in matched pairs, significant discounts are applied for purchase of multiple sets. Go here to purchase.

When you think about disposable cuffs you generally think about Police, but these days the military goes through them on a daily basis. Jersey Tactical developed the patented Dispose A Cuff to solve issues commonly associated with such activities as deployment of disposable cuffs, storage and transportation of cuffs while on a raid or patrol, removal of cuffs from pockets our pouches, and hassles of snaring items such as door knobs and other obstacles. They accomplished this task by developing a cuff with several new features. First, it is approximately half the size of its competitors. Additionally, one of the most innovative features is the self-leveling ring for adjustment so that a cuff is never too tight. The cuff is ratcheted into place and self-levels. This is accomplished via a single pull tab that allows the operator to secure both of the subject’s hands with one pull of a rubber non-slip hand grip at the end to ensure a secure purchase in the event he is wearing gloves or has wet hands.

Jersey Tactical constantly seeks input on their products. Some of the most valuable suggestions have come from Paul Howe owner of CSAT and Retired Special Operator.

The Dispose A Cuff are sold separately or as a tact pack which opens to contain 4 Dispose A Cuffs and a Safety cutter. The safety cutter is critical as so often suspects are accidentally wounded while removing cuffs with items such as pocket knives.

Currently the case is Black but other colors are planned for the future.

For more info contact Jersey Tactical.

A buddy sent me some info about this. I have been a fan of Petzl for years so I was happy to see yet another product from their commercial product line fit in so well with the tactical market.

As you can see in the picture, the carabiner is intended to attach to a climbing harness and get a solid bite but it works just as well on PALS webbing. This would be great for attaching dummie cords or items you have to constantly attach and detach from your gear.

Available from REI and it even has a matte finish.