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Archive for 2009
When Black Friday Comes
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009More on Mirage Camo
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009Strikehold! has put together a great primer on the first generation Mirage combat uniform. Available in Breacher or Sniper configurations, Bulldog Equipment has been hard at work integrating features based on feedback from users.
Check out the article here. The entire line of Bulldog products can be found at www.bulldog-equipment.us.
Rumor Has It – MR223
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009Rumor has it that the HK MR223 introduced last year in Germany last year will finally be released here in the US after SHOT show. Apparently, there have been some ATF issues that have delayed importation of what many feel is the holy grail of HKdom.
However, the biggest news is that the US version will not feature the offset rear take down found on the European rifles. This means that American enthusiasts will be able to use HK416-style uppers with any Mil Spec lower receiver.
Fox NFL Team Checks Out the Vuzix Tac-Eye to Operate the iRobot SUGV
Tuesday, November 24th, 2009Fox NFL Sunday’s” Terry Bradshaw and Michael Strahan spent some time USAF EOD techs Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Spradley and Senior Airman James Dobrynski on a recent visit to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan. They got some stick time with the iRobot EOD robot and checked out the Vuzix TAC-EYE.
(U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Felicia Juenke)
For more information contact Vuzix.
Speaking Arc’teryx
Monday, November 23rd, 2009We regularly field questions about the Arc’teryx naming conventions. It can be easy to get confused as there are various versions of many of the products which are essentially modifications for specific use. Once you understand the lingo, it’s easy to see what is going on.
SV: SEVERE WEATHER
Designed for use in the harshest of conditions. The SV garments are manufactured from the most durable of materials and feature hoods.
AR: ALL ROUND
These products are crafted from mid-weight materials and are designed with versatility in mind.
MX: MIXED WEATHER
Designed for mixed weather and dynamic movement The MX clothing feature durable, highly mobile stretch materials which are breathable and moisture shedding.
LT: LIGHT WEIGHT
These are made from the lightest of materials with streamlined feature sets. In the LEAF line, the new Alpha LT Jacket is a classic example of this.
SL: SUPER LIGHT
Predominantly made with lightweight Paclite® textiles this is generally the lightest weight garment in a series.
SK: SKI TOURING SPECIFIC
The SK is a winter sports-focused design with generous articulation for ski touring and alpine climbing.
To check out the entire line of Arc’teryx products visit them online.
“New” IED Map Symbols
Monday, November 23rd, 2009Mil Std 2525C which sets the standard for all of those little pictures situated on your map overlay was updated over a year ago and one of the most significant, yet overlooked changes was the addition of map symbology for IEDs.
The Army is making a major push to integrate the new icons into digital C4ISR systems so you should be begin to see them soon on a FBCB2 screen near you. For those of you who would like a guide to learn to decipher all of those diamonds and rectangles, check out Mil Std 2525C.
EOTAC Concealed Carry DVD Giveaway
Sunday, November 22nd, 2009EOTAC partnered with Thunder Ranch Director Clint Smith to produce a short DVD introducing viewers to basic concealed carry techniques. The vignettes are extracted from a full length DVD Clint produced with American Handgunner and each segment shows how to accomplish a different presentation technique with various EOTAC clothing options. At only 12 minutes in length it has only been available exclusively to EOTAC dealers until now.
Soldier Systems convinced EOTAC to provide us with five copies to give away to lucky readers. To enter, all you need to do is send an email with “EOTAC Giveaway” in the subject line. Entries must be submitted by 12:00 PM EST 1 December, 2009 and winners will be selected and announced that same day.
The full-length DVD is available from American Handgunner.
Shellback Tactical Reveals New Web Site
Sunday, November 22nd, 2009Shellback Tactical has updated their website with new flash driven content. In addition to their line of LE inspired products, you can sign up for Twitter feeds from Shellback.
Check it out at www.shellbacktactical.com
