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Revision Wins German Eyepro Contract

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

Canada-based Revision Military has just captured a sole-source, multi-service contract to supply the German military with over 256,000 sets of a modified version of the Sawfly Military Eyewear System through 2013. The competition included a rigorous bid process and extensive in-service user trials including in-theater use in Afghanistan.

According to a press release from Revision Military:

“To have been selected as the standard issue brand following one of most rigorous bidding processes we’ve seen to date, is a testament to the people, processes and technologies that we employ to advance the science and performance of this vital piece of soldier equipment. We are proud to be the German military’s protective eyewear supplier of choice,” said Alex Hooper, Vice President, International Sales.

Revision developed a new lens shape and two specialty lens tints for this contract. One is for a specific-wavelength laser and the second for high altitude mountain operations. The 256,000 kits are available in three sizes – small, medium and large, will include clear, solar and vermillion lenses. Additional quantities of laser protective lenses and Prescription (Rx) Carriers are also included in the contract award.

revisioneyewear.com/sawfly

Garmont T8 On Sale

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

Extreme Outfitters is offering the popular Coyote T8 boot for $99.99 + Free shipping. This will be a limited time special and it is only on the Coyote color.

www.extremeoutfitters.us

BSA Survival Bracelets

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

During a recent trip to the Scout Shop, I saw a display of survival bracelets. Granted, you can pick these up virtually anywhere. What’s made these stick out was that the buckle is embossed with the Boy Scouts of America. Made by Bison Designs these are available exclusively from the BSA and some of the proceeds go to “Wounded Veterans.”

www.scoutstuff.org

Canada Restores Traditional Service Names

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

In a historic move to restore the heritage of their armed force, Canada renamed the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, and Royal Canadian Air Force. Since 1968 they have been known respectively as Land Forces Command, Maritime Command and Air Command.


Photo: Canada DND

CANFORGEN 147/11 VCDS 021/11 151502Z AUG 11
RESTORING THE HISTORIC NAMES OF THE ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY, THE CANADIAN ARMY AND THE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE.

THE CDS (Chief of Defence Staff) IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE GOVERNMENT IS RESTORING THE HISTORIC NAMES OF THE ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY (RCN), THE CANADIAN ARMY (CA), AND THE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE (RCAF)

THE INITIATIVE TO RESTORE THE HISTORIC NAMES OF CANADA’S THREE FORMER SERVICES IS AIMED AT RESTORING AN IMPORTANT AND RECOGNIZABLE PART OF CANADA S MILITARY HERITAGE. THESE WERE THE SERVICES THAT FOUGHT AND EMERGED VICTORIOUS FROM THE SECOND WORLD WAR AND KOREA AND CONTRIBUTED TO THE DEFENCE OF EUROPE AND NORTH AMERICA FROM THE EARLY DAYS OF THE COLD WAR. THESE WERE ALSO THE SERVICES THAT PAVED THE WAY IN TERMS OF INTERNATIONAL PEACEKEEPING MISSIONS

THE CHANGE WILL BE IMPLEMENTED BY RENAMING THE THREE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMANDS. MARITIME COMMAND WILL BE NAMED THE ROYAL CANADIAN NAVY LAND FORCE COMMAND WILL BE NAMED THE CANADIAN ARMY AND AIR COMMAND WILL BE NAMED THE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE. IN THIS WAY WE WILL REGAIN AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR COLLECTIVE HERITAGE WITHIN A UNIFIED EFFECTIVE CANADIAN FORCES COMMAND STRUCTURE

MORE DETAILED INFORMATION WILL BE PROMULGATED BY YOUR RESPECTIVE CHAINS OF COMMAND AS IT BECOMES AVAILABLE

FOR GREATER CERTAINTY, ALL CURRENT RESPECTIVE COMMAND ORDERS, RULES, DIRECTIVES, INSTRUCTIONS OR SIMILAR INSTRUMENTS REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT UNTIL AMENDED TO REFLECT THE NAME CHANGE OF THE COMMAND

ODA 574 Part III – Sneak Peek

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

NRA’s Life of Duty is presenting a multi-part video series on ODA 574 and their pivotal role on liberating Afghanistan from Taliban rule. They have just added the preview for part III and it is well worth watching. What’s more, we really like what Life of Duty is up to. Head over and take a look and consider supporting a membership for a Military, LE, or Public Safety professional.

www.nralifeofduty.tv

Karrimor SF Catalog

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

Karrimor SF MTP Catalog

karrimorsf.com

Today Is National Airborne Day

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

Just thought all of the legs should know.

That is all…

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Whiskey 5 with Adventure Operations Group

Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

What
Tactical Adventure Courses, Adventure Travel, Specialized Consulting and Low Profile Protective Security. AOG’s Tactical Adventure Courses are designed to develop and enhance mission focus and performance and are perfect for corporate groups, military and law enforcement teams and adventurous individuals. AOG’s consulting services range from conducting staff and operations assessments to providing highly adaptable, low visibility security and executive protection teams.

Where
Adventure Operations Group is based out of the Hampton Roads area near Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Our Tactical Adventure Courses can be held at Private Training Facilities, Urban and Rural areas, Military Bases and US Government facilities. AOG staff can travel to your facility, office or city to consult with your group. AOG’s low profile protective specialists can deploy on short notice for special events, domestic and international travel or any occasion that requires adaptable security specialists.

When
Adventure Operations Group was founded in 2009.

Why
Adventure Operations Group is a company that is focused on our client’s missions and goals. We follow many of the same principles and imperatives that guide our nation’s special operations forces and other elite teams. We continually innovate, communicate effectively with our clients, listen to their needs and seek to deliver services that exceed expectations, every time. Contact AOG today to see which of our services are right for your organization.

www.adventureoperationsgroup.com