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New from Raven Concealment Systems – ModuLoader Frames

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

Raven Concealment Systems has just released details on their new ModuLoader Frames. Part of the ModuLoader series, the new Frames are designed to bridge the gap between daily concealed carry gear and more “tactical” load carriage products like the extremely versatile Taco pouches from High Speed Gear, Inc.

Think of them as an adapter that will help you adapt your Tacos and other accessories for use with a standard belt. ModuLoader Frames are available in four sizes and manufactured from the same material that RCS uses for their injection molded belt loops and pancake wings meaning they will provide flexibility for increased comfort.

They will also allow four different ride heights and accommodate five different belt loops for a customized fit and will still link and integrate with many existing Raven Concealment products.

They will begin taking orders on Black Friday (23 November), with RCS promising that orders will ship in time to be under the tree Christmas morning.

Like all RCS products, the ModuLoader Frames are proudly designed and manufactured in the USA, and are covered by their unconditional lifetime warranty.

www.ravenconcealment.com

Tags: Raven Concealment Systems
Posted in Holsters | 6 Comments »

The Dead Bird Has Landed at Tactical Distributors

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

If you ordered one of new Limited Edition Atom SV Jackets in MultiCam from Tactical Distributors, they’re in and the folks at TD are hard at work filling orders. We’ve also been told that they are in at Edgar Brothers for European orders. Both companies report heavy pre-orders so if you want to get yours, you’d better act fast.

Tags: Arc'teryx LEAF, Tactical Distributors
Posted in Arc'teryx | 2 Comments »

Sneak Peek – Raine R2

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

Manifesting the Raine mindset of LIGHTER FASTER STRONGER, the new R2 combines functionality and scalability into a manageable, 2800 cubic inch pack system. While wheels have not been re-invented in Raine’s first ever ruck sack platform, good sound functional features and modularity were built into this pack to carry your load comfortably and efficiently.

“Running this pack in the field recently allowed me to test some of purpose built features we were driving at in the design phase. At the end of the day, what is it that I need my pack to do for me? The simple answer is to carry a load, carry it comfortably, and allow me to do it in a manner in which I never have to fight the load. This pack carried a pretty hearty load and did it very comfortably thanks to the strategic placement of the shoulder and waist suspension.

This pack will only take so much kit before you have to go to the exterior. The beaver tail feature allows for quite a bit of expandability on the exterior, and was purpose built to accept a helmet up to the size of an ACH…or rain jacket and pants…or MRE’s… or whatever a human can fit. Another point of expandability is that the user can dock his Raine Day Pack onto the R2 with two of our simple ITW G-Hook straps.”
-Will Romes, Raine Inc. Product Development Manager

Look for Raine to unveil this pack, along with a number of other duffels, purpose built specialty packs, load out bags, new belts, navigation platforms, and new armor systems at SHOT Show coming up in January, 2013.

www.raineinc.com

Tags: Raine Inc
Posted in Packs | 1 Comment »

Activision Selects Ghostex Camouflage for “Call of Duty: Black Ops 2”

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

Activision Publishing, Inc, has selected Ghostex camouflage patterns for use in “Call of Duty: Black Ops II.” As you will recall Ghostex is a Hyperstealth/ADS Inc joint venture that has been providing specialized camouflage development and print-on-demand solutions for specialized customers since 2010. A few of the patterns have been released to the public including the Delta-6 pattern seen below which will be included in the game.

The web has been abuzz with chatter about specialty camouflage patterns that can be unlocked during game play and Ghostex is it. Notice I said patterns with an “S” meaning I’d expect to see additional Ghostex variants show up in the game. www.ghostex.com

Tags: Activision, ADS, Ghosted, GHOSTEX, Hyperstealth Biotechnology Corp
Posted in ADS, Camo, Industry | 2 Comments »

MATBOCK – The Amphibian

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

MATBOCK is quickly earning a reputation for developing innovative solutions for very specialized problems. These are the issues that others won’t take on, but necessity is the mother of invention and, based on their own needs while serving, they’ve rolled up their sleeves and developed some answers.

For example, in certain situations operators are required to carry a supplemental air source such as an Aqua Lung Survival Egress Air (SEA) bottle or a Helicopter Emergency Egress Device (HEED) bottle. Usually this air source is tucked away in a backpack or pouch without easy access, but it’s still required gear. Not happy with just carrying a piece of life saving gear in a pouch that is most likely going to be a struggle to reach in a high stress, high stakes situation, MATBOCK developed The Amphibian.

The Amphibian combines two life saving elements, air and water, into one system. At first glance the Amphibian might look like another water bladder pouch, but they integrated a special sleeve specifically designed to hold an Aqua Lung SEA bottle. Additionally, the hoses of the Platypus water bladder and SEA bottle are bundled together in a Velcro sleeve, which is routed over the shoulder. Both the water and air mouthpiece are mounted to the front of a plate carrier for easy access that won’t get in the way.

Specifically build for Navy helo crews, NSW water operations, Search and Rescue crews or any situation when supplemental air sources are required.

The Amphibian consists of three components:
Pouch:
– 500 Cordura
– Side zipper pocket
– PALS Compatible

Platypus Bladder:
– 1.8L Hoser
– Drink Tube Kit with Bite Valve Cover
– Black Tube Insulator

Aqualung SEA Bottle:
– Model LV-2
– 2.0 liter bottle
– 27” hose
– Mouthpiece cover

Don’t forget, in honor of their 1st anniversary, MATBOCK is offering an exclusive 10% discount for all SSD readers. Please just enter “SSD10″ during checkout to receive your 10% discount. This coupon code will be good for the entire month of November.

www.MATBOCK.com

Tags: MATBOCK LLC
Posted in Maritime, SERE | 9 Comments »

Viking Laws

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

I ran this awhile back and when I as recently doing a search on SSD ran across it again. Sure, it came off of a Marinejegerkommandoen Tshirt, but it’s still pretty cool.

Be brave and aggressive
Be direct
Grab all opportunities. Use varying methods of attack
Be versatile and agile
Attack one target at a time
Don’t plan everything in detail
Use top quality weapons

Be prepared
Keep weapons in good condition
Keep in shape
Find good battle comrades
Agree on important points
Choose one chief

Be a good merchant
Find out what the market needs
Don’t make promises that you can’t keep
Don’t demand overpayment
Arrange things so that you can return

Keep the camp in order
Keep things tidy and organized
Arrange enjoyable activities which strengthen the group
Make sure everyone does useful work
Consult all members of the group for advice

Posted in Morale | 6 Comments »

Savvy Sniper QUAD X Sling

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012

The Savvy Sniper QUAD X slings are designed and manufactured by an Ohio SWAT Officer and offered by Emerging Tactical Solutions. QUAD stands for Quick Universal Adjustable Deployment. These versions are constructed with AustriAlpin Cobra buckles and metal hardware throughout the sling. It is a convertible single point/2-point sling with a unique, quick adjust cuff that looks to be easy to get ahold of and easy to use. This adjustment also means no straps hanging to tangle up on gear.

It’s available as well with ITW Nexus buckles as seen in the video as well as ambidextrous models with QD and HK Hook options.

www.emergingtacticalsolutions.com

Tags: Emerging Tactical Solutions
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Corrugated DLS Training Furniture

Monday, November 12th, 2012

The new Corrugated DLS Training Furniture is cool on several levels. For one thing, it’s a low cost solution for adding realism to shoot houses. Second, it can be “wrapped” in a variety of finishes to replicate virtually any environment. Finally, that same DLS Wrap has special properties embedded in the DLS Polymer Film that prevents the corrugated material from catching fire from a “ flash bang “ or a “ smoke grenade “ when clearing a room. It’s not only safer than other solutions, but the training furniture will last longer for the Soldier to train on.

www.dlsmilwraps.com

Tags: Defense Logistics Support Inc
Posted in Training | 1 Comment »