According to an article in the Virginia Pilot, ADS has filed for an Initial Public Offering of stock. The article is definitely worth reading as it articulates current shareholders and earnings for the privately held company.
Archive for February, 2011
ADS Files for IPO
Friday, February 11th, 2011Great Pre-Order Deal on A-TACS ACUs
Friday, February 11th, 2011
Predator BDU contacted us to let us know that they are offering a special pre-order deal on the A-TACS ACU from Propper – $129.97 for the uniform and boonie hat with free shipping.
Spec Ops Brand Debuts Messenger Bag
Friday, February 11th, 2011Spec Ops brand continues to expand their repertoire with their new T.H.E. Messenger Bag. Available in a standard as well XL sizes, I think the thing I like most about it is that it is designed to work with with their other products like the Multi Position Holster. And so you know, Grid-Lock is PALS-compatible. You can check out most of the features on the graphic below.
T.H.E. Messenger Bag debuted at SHOT Show and is available soon from www.specopsbrand.com
SOD to Offer PenCott Camo
Friday, February 11th, 2011Italy-based Special Operation Division (SOD) has announced that they will be offering Hyde Definition’s PenCott family of camouflage patterns. PenCott will be added first to the European market and then to SOD USA once it gets under way. Eventually, SOD plans to offer the entire line in the family of patterns. Below you can see SOD’s Spectre Shirt in three different versions of the PenCott pattern; GreenZone, Badlands, and SandStorm respectively.
It is important to note that these are not actual garments in the PenCott patterns but rather photographs of SOD clothing modified to give you an idea of what they will look like once they enter production. You can click on any of the photos to enlarge them. We have included a couple of interesting items to give you an idea of what various gear will look like.
BHI Makes it to the Big Time
Thursday, February 10th, 2011That is if you consider G4TV’s “Attack of the Show” the big time. Either way, pretty cool to make it on a TV show is spite of tens of thousands of other products.
This report from Weston Scott seen last night on AOTS features the BHI-15, some random Kimber pistol and the Barrett M107A1.
Updated – Sabre Defence Owner Indicted
Thursday, February 10th, 2011Well, this might have something to do with Sabre Defence being up for sale by their creditors. According to KNOX News, Sabre’s Owner, Guy Savage (this has got to be a pseudonym) was indicted by a Federal grand jury along with five four employees on Tuesday.
It turns out that the ATF raid last year was looking for employee criminal activity. The irony is that at the time Savage released a statement explaining that the ATF raid was looking for unauthorized transfers of weapons by employees. Turns out he was right, except that he and five four of his lieutenants were the employees the ATF was looking for. Specifically, the 21-count indictment alleges they conspired to illegally import and export firearms and components to and from the United States in violation of the Arms Export Control Act.
Update – Here is a link to information from the Dept of Justice on the case.
Uncle Cries Uncle on MultiCam Insignia Redux
Thursday, February 10th, 2011Apparently, additional guidance has been issued in reference to the recent authorization for commercial sale of OCP insignia. The intent of the commercial sale program is not individual sale. For some reason the Army still can’t understand that Soldiers might want to purchase extra insignia. Instead, the point of the program is to make additional MultiCam (oops, I really did mean OCP) insignia available to deploying units. However, like it or not Army, if businesses, who have a mandate to make money in order to stay in business, have products to sell, they are going to sell them to individuals as well as units. You know, capitalist society and all.
At any rate, the Institute of Heraldry will be out prowling the sew and surplus shops to ensure that vendors only offer insignia manufactured to spec. I suppose they’ll also be ensuring that only “reputable” retail establishments have access to the real deal.
All in all, it’s a bit over the top for just some patches. No wonder there are knock offs on the market.
Level Peaks MultiCam Technical Windproof Smock In Stock
Thursday, February 10th, 2011Despite high demand, Level Peaks has finally gotten the Technical Windproof Smock back in stock. They go quick, and demand will be even higher with the MoD just announcing the new Personal Clothing System. Many troops will not receive PCS for some time and will be looking for a high quality alternative. As you may recall, the new Multi Terrain pattern adopted last year by her Majesty’s forces was developed in conjunction with Crye Precision. While MTP is uniquely British, you can see the similarities with MultiCam. Wearing the two patterns together is almost seamless. It’s nothing at all like pairing the old Woodland DPM with the US Woodland. In fact, MultiCam and MTP blend in splendidly. Since, MTP is tightly controlled by the MoD commercial products are nonexistent further complicating matters for those who want to upgrade their kit now rather than waiting for the QM Stores to catch up. On the flip side, the design of the Smock is excellent and is a great product for those outside of the UK who use MultiCam.
A Quick Review of the MultiCam Technical Windproof Smock
-Made from the finest materials
–Nanosphere with built in mosquito repellent.
–Wind, sand, & water resistant. This aids the resistance to stain from blood, oils, and other liquids.
–Anti-bacterial to enhance the anti-odor properties.
–Coldblack – the sun reflector technology reduces the products heat by 40%.
-Lightweight, low bulk & extremely comfortable.
-Not to mention sleeve pockets, chest pockets, Napoleon pockets, and fleece lined ‘Slack Time’ hand pockets.
In addition to MultiCam, the Smock is also offered in DPM 95. Level Peaks will also produce the Smock in MTP, Digi Cam (MARPAT), Black, Foliage Green, and Sand under contract.
