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Camo Form Tape from McNett Corp

Monday, October 20th, 2008

Technically it’s Camo FormÂ® Self -Cling Camouflage, but most everyone just refers to it as Camo Form Tape. Whatever you call it, it works. As you can see in the depiction below, the Camo FormÂ® is very effective at visually camouflaging your equipment. What you can’t show in a picture is that it also improves noise discipline by cushioning equipment. It also protects the finish and function of gear.

One roll will take care of most of an individual’s requirements (2″ wide x 144″ (4 yds) long). Camo Form is self-clinging and not affected by moisture. What’s more, it gives smooth items a little grip so that they don’t slide.

Available in Mossy OakÂ® New Break UpÂ®, Mossy OakÂ® New ShadowgrassÂ®, Mossy OakÂ® ObsessionÂ®, Mossy OakÂ® BrushÂ®, Universal Camouflage, Digital Woodland, Digital Desert, 3-Color Desert, Woodland, Snow & more.

Photos courtesy of McNett.

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ArmorWorks LLC Concealable Body Armor – Additional Info

Monday, October 20th, 2008

ArmorWorks showed a new body armor at both Modern day Marine and AUSA. They refer to it as Ultra Low Profile (ULP) armor.

It is available in both Male and Female versions. Inserts include Level II and III-A, Stab, and Armor Plate.

For more information contact ArmorWorks LLC.

Photos courtesy of ArmorWorks, LLC.

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Blauer Tactical Systems – an Introduction

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

We recently published an article on Blauer Tactical System’s new facility. We got quite a few emails requesting more info so we thought it would be a good idea to show you a video produced by BTS giving an overview of their capabilities.

Additionally, Blauer Tactical Systems runs a blog that will keep you up to date on new developments and training schedules.

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Writing for Soldier Systems Blog

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

If you want to write for Soldier Systems Blog its pretty simple. Just contact the Editor with your article idea. Seriously, that’s all you have to do. Generally, we want an article that is a couple of paragraphs long and answers the basic who, what, where, when, why, and how. Pictures are also helpful but make sure you have the permission of the owners. We are happy to give you a by-line but since thus far, this is a non-wealth generating pursuit, there will be no payment. However, so far everyone has wanted to keep it anonymous. One caveat for vendors, we will happily post press releases but the impact is much greater if someone checks out your product and writes an article on it.

Interested parties can contact Soldier Systems Blog at admin@soldiersystems.net.

The admin stuff:

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DIY Tactical LLC Partners with Texcel, Inc.

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

DIY Tactical, LLC is recently reached an agreement with Texcel, Inc., the exclusive manufacturer of Multicam printed webbing as well as other printed and solution dyed webbing products to be an authorized small quantity distributor for Texcel. DIY will specialize in sales by the yard and roll however, they can also facilitate large quantity purchases by acting as a sales representative. If a customer requires larger quantities, they will transfer your account directly to Texcel in order to offer mill pricing.

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Airmen Battle System – Ground Update

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Back in May we published an article about the Air Force’s slow response to field an FR combat uniform. Well, it looks like there is finally light at the end of the tunnel. 2500 to 3000 ensembles consisting of jacket, pants, and combat shirt should be issued in February although officials don’t anticipate full fielding for at least a year. The Air Force is planning a much larger wear test of up to 10,000 sets next summer and fielding would follow from that. Why has this taken so long? Much of it has to do with the service’s desire to go their own way rather than just adapt Army or Marine FR clothing items by changing the clothing’s camouflage pattern. For example, sources tell us that development of the Airman Battle Shirt was stalled in order to integrate forearm pockets into the design. For a description of the entire ABS-G systems read this.

Additionally, efforts to field an Air Force variant of the IOTV have been stymied, and a completely new body armor system is under development. Naturally, the new armor will be in the Air Force pattern but no solicitation articulating requirements has been issued.

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Para-Cord.com from Wilson Tactical

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

In addition to their line of tactical knives, Wilson Tactical sells a variety of products made from parachute cord such as key chains, knife lanyards, and bracelets. The survival bracelet with compass is featured here. All are hand tied and manufactured to the customer’s specifications including size and color. They can combine their 39 different Para-Cord colors into over 1,500 possible color combinations.

For the do-it-yourselfer, Wilson carries 13 color variations of 550 paracord and 32 colors of 650 paraline as well as an array of accessories including several types of skull beads, buckles, and other fasteners.

Check out their entire line of products at Para-Cord.com.

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OTB Jungle Boot Update

Saturday, October 18th, 2008

During the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market our fearless Editor filed a report on OTB’s upcoming land warfare boot inspired by the venerable US GI Jungle Boot. We have recently come into some sneak peeks of additional colors.

The as-yet-unnamed boots (do you feel a “name that boot contest” coming on?) will be available in Desert Tan, Black with OD panels, and Black. Additionally, a Black microfiber version will feature a composite safety toe with drainage from the bottom. This boot is perfect for diver’s dress.