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Introducing the Fusion Jacket and Pant

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Arc’teryx has just released the Fusion Jacket and Pant as part of the LEAF line. Developed as a Buy America compliant alternative to the popular Fission series, the new Fusion products are insulated pieces with windproof yet breathable shells. They are insulated using a non-quilted, laminated material called ThermaTekâ„¢ to prevent cold spots. This construction also means that they will pack down to an amazing 183 cubic inches each.

The jacket features a Napoleon pocket as well as two hand pockets as well as knit cuffs to keep wind debris out of the sleeve. The pant has full side zips to facilitate donning and doffing in addition to an integrated waist belt. Available in Crocodile, naturally.

Be sure to visit Arc’teryx at SHOT Show booth #11044 and at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market booth #1021 with beer call at both locations from 4:00 – 5:30 each day. The beer is really quite tasty and the clothing ever so toasty.

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Revision Giveaway #3 – Hellfly Ballistic Sunglasses

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

This is the final of three giveaways by Soldier Systems Daily sponsor Revision Eyewear. The first was for a Sawfly Military Eyewear System, the second for a Desert Locust goggle set and both have already been awarded. Names will be announced soon. This is your last chance, but you have to enter to win. No purchase is necessary. Just simply provide your valid email address to enter. Winners will be notified via email.

The Hellfly Ballistic Sunglasses feature wrap around styling and offer not only ballistic protection* but also 100% protection from UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C rays. Additionally, they are available with photochromic change as well as prescription lenses. These things are awesome. I used to wear a pair as safety glasses when I was working on armored vehicle development. They feature an adjustable nose piece, good looks, and a wide field of view. Plus they are extremely lightweight.

You must enter by 1200 Eastern time Friday, 15 January, 2010 to be eligible to win the Hellfly.

By submitting your e-mail address you are also opting in to receive special offers from Revision.

*ANSI Z87.1 and Military Requirements (MIL-V-43511C clause 3.5.10 and MIL-PRF-31013 clause 3.5.1.1)

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BFG Introduces the Ten Speed Basicload Chest Rig

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

The Blue Force Gear Ten Speed Basicload Chest Rig is designed with speed in mind. At a scant 9 ounces it weighs less than most MOLLE Double Magazine pouches and yet it still holds a full compliment of six M4 magazines. Like the 10 Speed Ammo Pouch, the low profile design keep your magazines secure yet stays out of teh way when empty. Due to the elastic design of the pockets, the Ten Speed magazine slots will also accommodate bangers, trauma dressings, tourniquets, smoke grenades, or even a couple of pistol mags in a pinch. While it is sized to fit over armor, it can also be worn as a stand alone chest rig or used as a bandoleer out of a vehicle or rucksack to give the user the ability to quickly add additional ammo or other kit. The rig is made entirely of US materials in Georgia (take that Berry).

Blue Force Gear will be showing the Ten Speed Basicload Chest Rig along with the rest of their 2010 line up in booth #25111 at SHOT Show. Be sure to stop by and tell them Soldier Systems sent you.

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LBT Purchases HIGH GEARâ„¢ Brand

Monday, January 11th, 2010

London Bridge Trading Company, Ltd just announced that it has purchased the HIGH GEARâ„¢ brand from Blauer Tactical Systems USA LLC.

London Bridge will produce and distribute HIGH GEARâ„¢ training suits including the Close Quarter Combat Chest Guard, Marking Cartridge Ready Suit, Decon Zone sanitizing system, as well as training gun and knife. Additionally, LBT plans to expand the line in the future. Blauer Tactical Systems will continue to provide training services.

Look for the full line of HIGH GEARâ„¢ at www.londonbridgetrading.com. Be sure to visit LBT at Booth #14872 at SHOT Show.

Tags: Blauer High Gear, Blauer Tactical, London Bridge Trading Company
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BAE to Produce Medium Ruck Prototypes

Monday, January 11th, 2010

On Friday, 8 January, 2010 Natick awarded BAE Systems a Firm fixed Price Purchase Order for 344 Medium Rucksacks. The Medium Rucksacks will be tested in February and march at Fort Bragg, North Carolina to determine if the design is sound and which of three prototype frames will be fielded along with the new bags. About 100 of each design are intended for testing.

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EMILE Pack

Monday, January 11th, 2010

The Enhanced Modular Integrated Loadcarrying Equipment (EMILE) pack from Excalibur Products Group is an internal frame military pack which relies on dual aluminum internal stays and features thermomoulded lumbar pad, back pad, waist belt and shoulder straps.

EMILE features a top mounted, removable assault pack and two removable sustainment pouches. One of these converts to a waist pack and the assault pack contours to the shape of the body when worn alone. The main bag is divided and features a separate sleep system compartment which can be zipped open to make one large bag. The ruck also features a removable rain cover with center zipper to ease access.

In total EMILE accommodates 8032 cubic inches broken down as follows: The main bag is 4032 cubic inches with an extra 1200 cubic inches in the sleeping bag compartment. The assault pack is 1800 cubic inches and each of the sustainment pouches are 500 cubic inches each. It is available in MultiCam, UCP, Coyote Brown, AF Digital Tigerstripe, Digital Woodland, Digital Desert, Foliage Green, and Black.

For more information be sure to visit www.excaliburproductsgroup.com.

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Leaked Modular Sniper Rifle Video

Sunday, January 10th, 2010

This video was leaked at the same time as the ACR video. It features Remington Military Product’s new Modular Sniper Rifle.

In related Remington news, Freedom Group has purchased Barnes Bullets.

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Not Trying to Brag but…

Sunday, January 10th, 2010

Soldier Systems Daily had over 5.1 Million hits in December 2009. What a great way to close out the aughts. Thank you very much to our readers and supporters.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at SHOT Show in Las Vegas next week.

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