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TNVC SAR-3PS

Monday, March 30th, 2009

TNVC SAR-3PS

TNVC has released a new thin ring SAR-3PS unit that is only 1/4″ wide (ring portion) to fit in very tight spots. Naturally, the “S” at the end of the mount name denotes slim. The slim unit was designed since so many rings take up a lot of real estate on the primary scope and can be difficult to fit properly. Just like the already successful SAR-3P it is a 30mm design. TNVC also offers a SAR-4 which features a 34mm ring.

TNVC SA-3PS Mounted on AR

Prior to the new slim design, the SAR-3P improved on the earlier SAR-3 as it has one Picatinny slot cut into the center slot and the rest is Weaver. The SAR-3P is also a 1/4″ shorter than the previous SAR-3.

To order, visit Tactical Night Vision Corporation. As always, TNVC has some great package deals on offer.

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Triad Tactical Has the Coolest Mugs

Monday, March 30th, 2009

Not only does Triad Tactical carry some of the hardest to get Eagle products but they also have a cool 8 oz mug.

It is a double wall construction and features a carabiner handle so it will clip to your gear or belt when not in use.

Available from Triad Tactical.

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10-8 Performance Magazine Base Pad for S&W M&P

Monday, March 30th, 2009

Anyone who owns a S&W M&P knows that the stock magazine base plates are less than ideal. Machined from aluminum which eliminates cracking and breakage seen with plastic pads, these S&W M&P base pads are works of art. A lot of thought was put into the design including a shortened front to provide a more positive index in the hand during reloads. This also eliminates the snagging of mags in adjacent pouches. Additionally, the plate is scalloped on the front and sides to provide purchase for the extraction of stuck magazines. Finally, dimples on bottom allow for the marking of magazines. Available for the .45 and 9/.40.

Available from 10-8 Performance.

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“Sixth Sense” at TED

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

At Soldier Systems Daily, we love technologies that will drastically change how we do business. At this year’s TED, MIT’s Pattie Maes and Pranav Mistry demonstrated a wearable device developed in the Media Lab’s new Fluid Interfaces Group that combines a camera, projector, and computational device to create an interactive tool similar to the one used in the movie “Minority Report”. While still crude, imagine what this could do for military applications.

Enjoy the video.

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AK47-Locating ‘Smart Dust’ Helmets

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

According to Vanderbilt University’s “Exploration” magazine, researchers at the Institute for Software Integrated Systems (ISIS) have developed a gunshot-locator net. By networking a helmet-mounted acoustic sensor system among a team of Soldiers, the system will correlate data collected by a larger number of sensors. The system is designed to not only provide the location of the shooter but also the type of projectile.

Read an interesting synopsis of the work from “Exploration” magazine. A paper from the team is also available here.

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215 Gear Visor Update

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

The remaining colors are now available so the lineup includes UCP, Multicam, Desert Digital, and Coyote.

They are available at 215 Gear.

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Hardigg Storm Cases and Inserts

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

If it wasn’t enough that Hardigg (Pelican) has become the preferred storage and transit case provider due to superior closures and a lower price point than their competitors, they have something else to offer; removable soft cases.

The Nylon Weapons Case Insert was designed as a complimentary Discreet Weapons Case for the hard Storm Case. Manufactured from 1000D Cordura, the case features carry handles as well as a detachable shoulder strap. The case is also divided into two sections with a padded divider and both inner walls are covered in PALS to attach accessories for storage and transport. The Soft Case Insert comes with two MOLLE Muzzle Cups, four Velcro Straps, MOLLE Utility Pouch, and Shoulder Strap.

Available in Black or Coyote Tan from Blackheart International.

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UK Operational Note Books from Rite In The Rain

Sunday, March 29th, 2009

Rite In The Rain, makers of waterproof paper, have developed a special version of their popular Notebooks specifically for UK forces. Each Green colored waterproof sheet is perforated for easy removal and features a grid to assist with making operational sketches and clear notes. Additionally, the last 16 pages serve as an Aide-memoire. See below for a sample.

Check out this video from RV Ops to see the advantages of Rite In The Rain products.

Rite In The Rain products are available in the UK from RV OPS.

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