Master Bladesmith Daniel Winkler has added sculptured micarta as an option for many of his knives including this Spike which features an overall length of 10.25″
Master Bladesmith Daniel Winkler has added sculptured micarta as an option for many of his knives including this Spike which features an overall length of 10.25″
RE Factor Tactical continues to innovate, this time with their new Trauma Shears Holster. This simple PALS compatible pouch is designed to conveniently carry your shears where you need them. Additionally, the holster can be attached to equipment via Velcro.
refactortactical.com/products/medical/trauma-shears
Like a runaway train, we are on a collision course with Sequestration, the process that will automatically cut the defense budget in January. Author Loren B. Thompson, Ph.D. discusses the issue on the Lexington Institute’s Early Warning Blog.
Check out the article here – www.lexingtoninstitute.org
Every two weeks SSD showcases a different MultiCam print fabric from Duro Textiles LLC. This week, we are covering Omega. MultiCam is a single camouflage pattern designed to hide the wearer in varied environments, seasons, elevations, and light conditions. After a great deal of commercial success and adoption by elements of US Special Operations Forces, in 2010 MultiCam was selected for use by the US Army as its Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Pattern (OCP).
Duro prints on genuine Cordura fabric from Invista. A light-weight fabric, 330D Cordura is used by many manufacturers for use in targeted applications in concert with other materials to lower the overall weight of the item. Additionally, certain manufacturers build specialized load carrying items using primarily 330D for ultralight-weight items. This material is coated on the back side for water resistance and features a face side finished with a durable water repellent.
Specs:
Finished Width – 60 inches cuttable
Finished Weight – 6 oz/yd² approximately
Fiber Content – 100% nylon
Construction – 60/40 (warp/fill)
Breaking Strength – 200/155 (warp/fill) (lbs, minimum)
Download a test report here.
UW Chest rigs from Mayflower Research & Consulting combine low profile and low weight design elements to carry a fighting load. Well known for their no-BS design approach, Mayflower bases their gear on use by those carrying realistic combat loads. The Gen III model UW Chest Rig seen here is currently only sold as a bulk custom item. Contact Mayflower Research & Consulting to discuss your requirements and for details on minimums.
Duro offers progressive pricing based on the number of yards ordered. For more information on this or any of the full line of MultiCam fabrics visit www.multicamfabric.com or email Galpen_Ben@DuroLink.com.
The RIS II was selected by USSOCOM for the SOPMOD II program and these have never been available commercially. Bravo Company arranged to exclusively sell the remaining Rails. The Daniel Defense MK18 FSP RIS II is designed to work specifically on the MK18 CQBR.
Key Features
Light Weight Free Floating barrel Design
Steel Barrel Nut
Uninterrupted Upper Rail Platform
Removeable Bottom Rail Section
Patented Bolt-Up Mounting System
Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Mil-Spec Type III Hard Coat Anodized Finish
Mil-Spec 1913 Picatinny Rails & Fasteners
The RIS II is offered in Flat Dark Earth.
In use from the ski slopes to the rugged mountains of Northern Italy to the battlefields in Afghanistan and Iraq, Garmont has been manufacturing and designing quality footwear since the 1800’s. When the call came to Garmont North America from US combat Soldiers and Veterans to design combat footwear based on their rugged approach and terrain platforms, Garmont raised its hands and said “Yes!”
The “T” series development of Garmont Tactical footwear began over 8 years ago using direct input and feedback from all branches of the US Armed Forces but in particular from the Special Operations community. Garmont T series boots have been in service and in combat zones all over the world. The number one complaint Garmont receives these days is “When will you have my size back in stock?” As demand has grown, Garmont has not physically been able to keep up with the demand but has heard the call from soldiers around the globe.
The NEW T8 NFS (Need for Speed) and the T8 Extreme 200 gm thinsulate combat Terrain boot are slated for delivery in the USA around October. The current in-line T8 Combat boot is in stock in both Coyote and Tan in select sizes. In October Garmont will have nearly 100,000 pairs of the T8 Series arriving for delivery and are hoping to ramp up production even higher towards the last quarter to try to meet the growing demand. Garmont is committed to designing and fully testing each product thoroughly on the battle field before their release. For example, currently there are over 144 pairs of the T8 NFS and T8 Extreme’s in final testing stages in various theaters around the globe.
Garmont told SSD that they are very pleased and thankful for the thousands of warfighters who have taken the time out to provide feedback, comments and to thank them for putting out an excellent product. To check out the entire line of Garmont Ski, Hike, and Tactical products feel free To visit www.garmontusa.com.
American Recreation Products is seeking candidates for a Sales Division Manager of AmericanRec Government.
American Recreation Products is owned by Sun Capital Partners, Inc and consists of Kelty, Sierra Designs, Royal Robbins, Slumberjack, Wenzel, Rokk, Insta-Bed, Mountain Trails, Ultimate Direction and ISIS. However, as we understand it, the position will be primarily with Kelty.
They are seeking deep experience within the Military/Swat Tactical/ Law Enforcement/ Homeland security marketplace. Minimum of 5 years brand management / sales leadership in the government market. Intimate involvement and familiarity with target market. Proficient in P&L creation and review. Understanding of Military/Swat Tactical/ Law Enforcement/ Homeland Security, familiarity with cost/feature tradeoffs; familiarity with technical materials and specific vendors. Must be able to direct, nurture and develop a highly motivated team of internal and external resources. Must be able to foster and maintain a healthy team dynamic and spirit within a fast paced, problem solving based, collaborative work environment. Must clearly exhibit through example a professional and detail oriented leadership style. Effective and proficient public speaking, writing and presentation skills. Ability to understand and financial analysis, market research, technical product development, relationship building.
Develop and Manage the AmericanRec Government direction
Final P&L for Government business Plan.
Create dramatic topline growth in three-year timeframe.
Collaborate with supporting AmericanRec functional areas.
Must be able to comprehend, thrive within and protect a core brand ethos and market position as it relates to the product development process and marketing function.
In Partnership with the VP, Product Development, identify opportunity for product development for the brand
Initiate strategic objectives that support the Division and Company’s mission and seasonal goals.
Manage long term projects; be able to conceptualize product for at least a two year timeline.
Maintain seasonal metrics regarding the on-time development of product.
Develop a process/timeline strategy and gain internal consensus among multiple disciplines to achieve successful margins.
Manage product creation timelines and deliverables to meet strategic and financial corporate goals.
Maintain a network within the industry in order to stay current on design issues and trends that impact the product process and influence the product development process.
Manage approvals such as: proto, sample, counter-sample and pre-production to ensure the Division’s quality standards as well as the timeliness of deliveries are met.
Partner in developing new technologies which will ultimately create innovative product.
Market Analysis/Brand Communications In Partnership with the Director, Marketing, this position will be responsible for:
Articulating the marketing communication collateral requirements.
As the key leader, the Manager will contribute to the evaluation and recommend opportunities for new products and entry into categories through a keen understanding of competitive dynamics, government trends and needs.
Continually work to understand the division’s base and future customer and predict trends/changes in their behavior.
Manage Trade Show participation
Participate and drive promotional activities, PR and events
Maintain market association memberships
Sales
Manage the overall sales function of the government business.
Grow the revenue base effectively and be the key representative with key accounts.
Sourcing
Effectively partner with the internal resources of the ARP sourcing function
Be the Government Business Champion with the sourcing team at ARP.
For more information visit careers.outdoorindustry.org