We’ve mentioned that Elzetta’s lights are available in 72 unique configurations and custom built to order in the USA. Now you can see what these various models look like using Elzetta’s web-based Configurator.
Try your hand at the Configurator at elzetta.com.
If you’re going to be at SHOT Show make sure you visit them in booth #8406.
We covered the new Vertx smock pretty well already. The big news here is that it is now available for order. In MultiCam size Small – 2XLarge.
Get yours at www.wearvertx.com.
Check out Tactical Distributors Winter 2012 Catalog.
Visit Tactical Distributors at SHOT Show in booth #26307.
New Balance is offering the OTB Boots Bootistan in Tan for, get this…$59.99. That is $120.00 off normal retail.
The waterproof Bootistan mountain boot is lined with Sympatex and features a dual density Ortholite footbed covered with Dri-lex. Get yours before they are gone.
Let alone that it is only $59.99! US PALM’s messenger bag weighs a scant 19 oz dry but boasts a full 7560 square inches of storage (18″h x 28″w x 15″d). Additionally, the shoulder pad features spacer mesh for comfort. Overall, not a lot of frills, just carrying capacity. This could make a good DIY project for a TacHacker.
You can see US PALM’s wares at SHOT Show in TangoDown’s booth #27303 or visit uspalm.com
Yeah, I know…who would utter such a blasphemy? Why, an Army KO, of course. Sure, it’s a paraphrase, but it covers the basic premise of the conversation. The fact that an Army contracting officer who works with Soldier Systems commodities doesn’t know about what has easily become the largest trade show of the year for our industry, is pretty indicative that the system is broken. See my article on the delay of the Army Camouflage Improvement Effort finalist announcement for further information.
Government must become a better partner with industry. For its own sake, if for no other reason.
Arc’teryx LEAF has been showing their new Wolf color quietly to its customer base for some time now. We’ve even caught a couple of glimpses of the color here and there which we’ve been able to share. The new Wolf color makes a great counterpoint to the Bird’s other exclusive pantone – Crocodile, which was developed several years ago to provide a shade compatible with both greens and browns for the the military side of the LEAF equation. Not only is Wolf well suited for Law Enforcement use, it gives all of us another color option to help blend into the background and truly become the Grey Man.
In conjunction with the release of Wolf, Arc’teryx is also debuting several new styles.
Additionally, Arc’teryx provided us with this official statement which does a great job explaining their concept of Wolf:
“Urban Wolf— blend into the sprawl
From a distance, or in situations with marginal light, the greyscale tone of most surfaces is dark grey. Concrete, glass, asphalt and rooftops are common modern backgrounds, environments that are subject to low ambient light and shadows. In these conditions, black stands out in the shadows, easily identifiable and clearly defined. In contrast, dark grey is the least visible colour; it blends into its surroundings.
Optimized for urban and industrial environs and their margins, Wolf breaks with tradition and introduces a colour blend for modern environments. A modern alternative to traditional uniform colourways, grey is less traditional and therefore a less recognizable uniform of authority. Wolf introduces a covert tonal shade for law enforcement purposes in urban environments.
Available in the new Drac Jacket and Drac Pant, Bravo Jacket and new Naga Hoody, the wolf colourway is a practical uniform option and is the colour preferred for Law Enforcement/SWAT and Military Special Forces use.
Arc’teryx leads the pack with Urban Wolf—on patrol in the margins.”
As you know, we’ve never been big on bling. For us, it’s more about substance than symbolism. But, if you see us at SHOT Show, say “Hi” and score a sticker.
