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Archive for June, 2010

Canadian Sniper Helmet Issues

Monday, June 7th, 2010

As many of you know, there is no specific helmet for Canadian Snipers. Instead, many units or individual Snipers themselves have been procuring American Advanced Combat Helmets.

Now is the interesting part. Both the Canadian CG 634 and the American ACH were designed by and are produced by Gallet. However, there is concern on the part of the Canadian Army staff that the ACH will provide lower ballistic protection even though it has been used successfully by US forces since before 2000 and is a newer design than the Canadian helmet. So instead, their plan is to investigate the new Canadian Combat Vehicle Crewman helmet to see if it will be more appropriate for the Sniper role. And this is where it gets even better. The producer of the CVC helmet is Louis Garneau. Louis Garneau makes competitive bicycle racing clothing and helmets. They are not an armor company. But even this course of action will take some time as these helmets haven’t been issued yet to Vehicle Crews let alone Snipers.

In the interim, Snipers are to cease the use of non-issue helmets but Commanders have been authorized by Land Forces Staff to allow Snipers to remove helmets when firing. How magnanimous of them.

Stuff We Didn’t Write About

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

Photography is Not a Crime Blog – Who Watches the Watchmen?
Nike SF Boot Mid
You must invoke your right to remain silent
Great UN Arms Treaty Editorial
Gas Blowback Airsoft Guns Now Considered Firearms

EAW Scarves from Tac-Up Gear

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

Swedish brand Tac-Up Gear has just introduced their Expeditionary Air Wing Scarf in both M-90 and M-90 K Desert. Sized at 1 meter x 1 meter, the EAW Scarf is so sheer you can see right through it if you use it as a base for a scrim net.

GCS Introduces Personal Lighting Systems (PLS) Kit

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

Garrett Container Systems has just released their new Personal Lighting Systems (PLS) kit. Combining the popular Sidewinder, Sidewinder Compact & helmet mount, made by Streamlight, the PLS kit packages them in a 1000D compartmented Cordura pouch. The Berry compliant pouch has a compartment for each of the two lights and mount along with room for extra batteries and is available in Coyote and Air Force Digital Tiger Stripe. For more information visit www.gcswarrior.com.

Blade Show 2010

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

BLADE Show has become an International event, which is of National importance to the Knife industry; many new Knife designs & ideas are launched during this event, new Knife Companies make their debut here, and Knife Designer’s & Manufacturers often meet to discuss future Collaborations. Blade Show, held annually at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta GA – draws knife lover’s & Collector’s, End User’s, Designer’s, Manufacturer’s & Dealer’s – whether it’s a fighting knife, a culinary knife or a pocket knife & nearly anything Knife – the Blade Show is sure to have it or have it represented – it is open to the Public, and if you have never attended, but are a Knife Guru or want to be a Knife Guru – then this is definitely one event you want to put on your calendar for next year…

This year for the first time, Soldier Systems Daily has representation on site – and hopes to bring you answers to some of these questions…

Is there really any difference between Knives made Offshore, and right here in the good ole USA?

How are the Knife collection associations & organizations fairing? Has the interest to collect knives diminished?

Custom Knife or Production Knife? Is there really a difference?

What’s the latest gossip – why did Mike Janich leave ‘MOD’ Master’s Of Defense, and how does MOD’s future look, Now that ATK bought Blackhawk? What’s new over at Spyderco?

This and much more will be brought to you during this weekend event – BLADE SHOW, 2010 – Stay tuned & stay Sharp…

www.blademag.com/bladeshow

BLOCS Quick Eject Tourniquet Carrier

Friday, June 4th, 2010

New from S.O. Tech is the BLOCS Quick Eject Tourniquet Carrier (BQETC). Lightweight, the BQETC is designed to fully encapsulate the tourniquet for protection until it is needed. Additionally, the one-handed release mechanism facilitates access to the tourniquet so that it can be applied quickly.

For more information or to order visit www.bqetc.tk

Wild Things Releases Tactical Outer Layers

Friday, June 4th, 2010

About a year and a half ago Wild Things began development on a variety of new tactical clothing items. Combining decades of climbing and expedition experience with user feedback, Wild Things was able to create a fusion of Alpine and Tactical. The line sticks to Wild Things’ core competencies yet is very extensive consisting of High Loft, Low Loft, Soft shell, and Hard shell options. The pieces are designed to be used as part of a layered clothing system but several stand out for use individually. Additionally, everything in the new line has stood up to the rigors of combat and is now available for sale to both individuals as well as units from Wild Things’ new website. Did we say that it’s all available now and in MultiCam? All of the styles are available in X-Small through XX-Large.

Hard Shell Jacket

-Designed to be worn over body armor
-Made of 3-layer eVent® waterproof/breathable fabric
-Waterproof zippers
-Fully adjustable hood is helmet-compatible
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Two handwarmer pockets

Hard Shell Pants

-Made of 3-layer eVent® waterproof/breathable fabric
-Waterproof zippers
-Adjustable waistband features belt loops, Velcro® side tabs, and back elastic with suspender loops
-Two cargo pockets
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots

High Loft Jacket

-Designed to be worn over body armor
-Shell is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-6 oz PrimaLoft® Sport synthetic insulation
-Fully adjustable hood is helmet-compatible
-Two hand warmer pockets are lined with 2 oz quilted PrimaLoft®
-Two interior mesh pockets provide storage and a place for wet goods to dry out
-High collar keeps neck worm even when hood is down

High Loft Pants

-Shell is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-4 oz PrimaLoft® Sport synthetic insulation
-330d Cordura® reinforces the rear, knees and instep
-Grommets for cords to keep bottom hem down during movements
-Elasticized waist and side seam zippers

Low Loft Jacket

-Body is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-Nylon rip stop lining is quilted to 2 oz PrimaLoft® synthetic insulation
-Sleeves feature abrasion resistant panels from elbow to cuff
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Two handwarmer pockets

Soft Shell Jacket Lightweight

-Tight weave nylon/spandex fabric provides stretch as well as wind and water resistance
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Zippered hand pockets are made with mesh pocket bags
-Articulated stow away hood
-Pit zips

Soft Shell Jacket

-Four-way stretch nylon/spandex blended fabric bonded to hydrophobic polyester fleece (Body)
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Zippered hand pockets are made with mesh pocket bags
-Articulated stow away hood
-Pit zips

Soft Shell Pants Lightweight

-Tight weave nylon/spandex fabric provides stretch as well as wind and water resistance
-Five belt loops are designed with first line in mind
-Two cargo pockets on the thighs
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots

Soft Shell Pants

-Four-way stretch nylon/spandex blended fabric bonded to hydrophobic polyester fleece
-Five belt loops are designed with first line in mind
-Four cargo pockets, two on the thighs and two on the calf
-Knife pockets are sewn onto both thigh cargo pockets for easy access
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots with gripper tape at the hem

www.wttactical.com

Mojave Travel Shirt Now Available from Beyond Tactical

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Remember the Travel Shirt we wrote about last month? Well Beyond Tactical listened to SSD readers and is now offering it for order. Owner Scott Jones recently reminded us that he has been making tactical softshells since 2003 and the new Mojave Travel Shirt is the natural progression of this technology based on operational requirements. On top of that, it looks good. What’s more, Beyond Tactical products are Berry compliant and made to measure. Scott also told us to watch out for several other new products coming in June. Hopefully, this is the beginning of several new items that blur the lines between civilian and tactical.

tactical.beyondclothing.com