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Archive for September, 2012

Revision Batlskin ACH MPS Range of Motion and Weapon Sighting

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

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When Revision’s Modular Protection Attachment System first hit the market a year ago, one of the thing the guys immediately commented on was weapon sighting. The concern was that you wouldn’t be able to fire your weapon and that range of motion would be inhibited by the hard armored mandible. To answer these questions Revision has produced these two videos. Granted, it’s not going to be perfect. The weapon wasn’t designed for a shooter with a huge jaw. But, they have accommodated weapon use in balancing protection and movement by suggesting a couple of TTPs. One will be familiar to guys who were in during the old days when we fired with pro masks. With the “angle” technique, you cant your weapon sight toward your eye. It’s actually a bit easier with a CCO than using standard iron sights on the carrying handle. The other technique, the so-called “index” is a concept many have adopted in shooting. It posits that if your finger pints at it, you’ll hit it, at least at close range. Revision suggests this for CQB distances of 10m or less.

Range of Motion

Weapon Sighting

www.revisionmilitary.com/products/head-systems

American Kami Spork Pouch by OC Tactical

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

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OC Tactical has created the perfect storage companion for your American Kami Spork (or similar sized sports). Available in both Large and Small sizes this pouch is constructed with an outer layer of 2″ jacquard webbing and an inner layer of vinyl coated polyester. This is easy to clean and helps prevent the sharp edges or the spork from wearing through to the outside. Grommets located at the bottom on both the front and back side allow water and debris to drain out when cleaning and also increases airflow to keep the inside of the pouch dry. As far as I’m concerned, the only thing missing is MALICE clip compatibility.

stores.octactical.com/-strse-38/American-Kami-Spork-Pouch

911 on 9/11

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

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It’s a calm cool morning at Range 19 on Moyock, North Carolina’s Academi Training Center. At 0846:30, a shot rings out. 911 yards from the commerative target, the M118 round is fired from a custom built Remington 700. It strikes home at the exact time Flight 11 hit the World Trade Center North Tower (One) in 2001. This time is significant for today’s purpose as it symbolizes the moment that America and by extension its NSW forces realized we were under attack and began to go to war.

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In early August a retired SEAL friend approached me about a project he had under development. He envisioned an innovative fund raiser that would help turn 9/11 from a grief based day into a positive event to raise awareness and funds to support our Wounded Warriors. In particular, he wanted to support Wounded Wear which helps out our troops with prosthesis and other medical conditions that require specialized clothing.

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The plan was to adapt elements of today’s date as well as the sacrifices of Naval Special Warfare personnel into the event. Over the course of the day our shooter will accomplish 79 shots on target, one for each NSW member lost in action or training since 9/11. He will fire the rounds from a custom built Remington 700 built by a SEAL Sniper. Each shot will be from 911 yards. The expended brass will be organized into bags with the name of the NSW individual that the scoring impact was fired for and be presented to the relatives of the fallen. The name of fallen warrior that the shot commemorates will be annotated on the target beside the hit.

Once the firing is completed later today, the target will be sent to artist Ellwood T Risk to be turned into a unique piece of art. He is known for incorporating targets into some very amazing stuff. The Original will be auctioned off at the upcoming Hold ’em for Heroes poker run sponsored by Wounded Wear in order to raise money for that cause.

Look for additional details here on SSD about the original art, the auction, and the Hold ’em for Heroes Poker Run.

woundedwear.org

Never Forget

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

Each year, September 11th gets harder for me. I remember that day in 2001 like it was yesterday. As it unfolded I was too busy to grieve and too naive to realize how much the toll would eventually be. Later, as the years went by I continued to serve and after my retirement, the date began to mean more to me. Now, 11 years on, 9/11 holds a very deep meaning for me. I’m no longer serving, but one of my children is.

Many of you serve, or have served. And many have family members currently in the fight. Thank you all. As a fellow Veteran I salute you and as a citizen I give you my deepest thanks, and my unwavering commitment.

And finally, many of us have lost loved ones in this conflict. I grieve for your loss. Never forget the fallen. Remember Them, Honor Them. Not just today, but everyday.

Strike – Hold! Covers The Jerven Fjellduken

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

Norway’s Jerven Fjellduken has been described elsewhere as a “space blanket on steroids.” Strike-Hold! recently published a write up on the Mountain Tarp which is constructed from a non-breathable, aluminum-lined water and wind-proof material. Available in 5 different models, it can be used as a shelter or sleeping bag.

The coolest thing about the Fjellduken is its specialized camo pattern. As you can see, it’s well suited to Norway’s mountainous terrain.

Check out the article on www.strikehold.net.

Coming Soon – Redback One Snakebite Kit

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

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What can I say? I’m intrigued. Coming soon from Redback One.

www.redbackone.com

Pocket D.A.R.K. From Dark Angel Medical

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

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Dark Angel Medical has released the new “Pocket D.A.R.K.” It’s a compact 4″ x 4″ x 1″, 7 ounces of life-saving goodness! Small enough to fit in a cargo pocket, purse, glove compartment but big enough to get the job done. Available through www.darkangelmedical.com

Pre-Order The Lastest Mission First Tactical T-shirt Design

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

PRE-ORDER $19.99 for the next 2 days

For the rest of today and Tomorrow MFT will be selling these shirts at the discounted rate of $19.99, Wednesday they go up to $24.99 So get them while you can! MFT told us that if enough are sold they might even do something special for those who purchase these over the next 2 days!

A coat of arms is a unique heraldic design on a shield used to cover and protect armour and to identify the wearer. This shirt is emblazoned with MFT’s logo on a shield bearing the colors of the American Flag, chest high, with the words “American By Birth, Proud By Choice”. This is to signify their deep rooted belief in being an American founded, American Built and American Made Product, and Damn Proud of It!

www.missionfirsttactical.com/Lifestyle/LSMFTCREST