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An RAAF Variant of AMP?

Thursday, June 27th, 2013

Did the Royal Australian Air Force take a page from the US play book and develop a specialized Blue variant of the Australian MultiCam Pattern originally created by Crye Precision? If so, they are bluer than even the original USAF Tigerstripe Pattern.

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Normally, we won’t publish something without at least two sets of verification. Unfortunately, we couldn’t get that for this one but we believe it to be real. We are still unsure if this is a trial pattern or a planned version for the RAAF.

AMP was developed by Crye Precision under contract to the Australian military for use in Afghanistan. It integrates MultiCam and its very effective color palette with some of the more traditional Australian camouflage elements found in the long serving DPCU pattern.

Green Light Specials from Morrison Industries

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

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Morrison Industries is offering Green Light Specials consisting of limited number of new or slightly used gear that simply has to go.

All prices include fixed rate shipping costs so you know the total cost up front. No refunds.

morrison-industries-ltd.myshopify.com/collections/green-light-specials

Team Wendy Releases Two New Products

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

Team Wendy has released the new REVOLVE™ liner and H-Style retention system. While the Exfil TLP was the big news during our SOFIC coverage of Team Wendy, they did initially display both of these new products there.

REVOLVE™ Liner

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The REVOLVE™ Helmet Liner is a 3-piece impact mitigating system designed to be a replacement liner for most ballistic shells. It utilizes an array of engineered polymer structures developed during the HEaDS UP program for Natick, along with a set of moisture wicking comfort pads to provide maximum protection, comfort, and stability. The small thermoplastic urethane (TPU) discs you see work like the crumple zones in your car’s bumper to help mitigate the energy of impact.

H-Style Retention System

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The newly redesigned H-back chinstrap weighs below 100g (3.5oz) including ballistic mounting hardware utilizing Team Wendy’s cam-lock sliders which allow for one handed adjustment and no-slip, positive-locking engagement. The asymmetric design keeps the buckle tucked smoothly along the jaw line while maintaining a snug, even feel around the chin-cup thanks to an Ultrasuede chin-cup and nape pad lining. Offered in Sizes Medium/Large and Extra Large in Black, Foliage Green and Coyote Brown.

www.TeamWendy.com

Don’t Miss Out On The Garmont T8 NFS and Extreme 24 Hour Sale

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

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Don’t miss out on the Garmont T8 NFS and Extreme 24 Hour Sale from Extreme Outfitters. Take an extra 15% off using code T815 from now until 8 AM 6/27/13.

www.extremeoutfitters.us/garmontt8extreme

Combat Flip Flops Blamos

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

Our friends at CFF have a little bit of a dilemma. Apparently, they received a good deal of material on the first run that had small splotches of glue, “too natural” leather, a deviation in stitching, etc that couldn’t be shipped to dealers or pre-order customers. But, they’ve put the material to good use, producing what they refer to as ‘Blamos’ or blemished models.

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They assure us that the flip flops are functionally perfect and the small blemishes will disappear after a short period of wear. In fact, I received a pair in London and they are awesome. If anything, I’d say that they have a little more character than the ones I received last year.

Now he’s the beauty part. They’re available now for $49.00!

Proudly made in the USA by the CFF staff.

www.combatflipflops.com/Blamos

ATLAS: Performance Dress Sock from Ministry of Supply

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

We’ve written about Ministry of Supply‘s unique blend of performance fabrics and office attire a couple of times now. Once again, they have come up with a great concept, paid for by crowdfunding.

This time, Ministry of Supply take on the dress sock. It looks much more comfortable and functional compared to the more traditional alternative. Using Strain Analysis, Pressure Mapping, and Thermal Imaging during development allowed MoS to maximize the comfort and heat management of the socks, which move along with the wearer much like a second skin. The socks are made from a blend of 40% cotton, 20% elastane, and 40% recycled polyester infused with carbonized coffee. The carbonized coffee particles attract and absorb aromatic molecules, which are easily removed in the wash. Two variants are planned, the ATLAS dress sock and ATLAS loafer sock, both initially available in black.

kickstarter.com – ATLAS: Performance Dress Sock

Tactical Distributor 3rd Anniversary Giveaway

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

TD is giving away over $6k in prizes in honor of their 3rd Anniversary!

TD 3rd Anniversary

Check the rules. This is a Facebook ONLY contest.

www.facebook.com/TacticalDistributors

AK or AR – Which Do You Prefer?

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

Generally, when I see a “AK/AR” or 9mm vs .45″ post on a blog I have flashbacks to that episode of ‘Happy Days’ where Fonzie jumps his motorcycle over a pool with a shark in it. But, I like the looks of this infographic from Tacticalgear.com so I’ll share. There are a couple of questionable items in there like the 7 MOA AR but overall, I like it. If anything, it will stir some lively debate.

AK-47 vs. AR-15

www.TacticalGear.com