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ADS TV Presents: By Our Hands – Stories of American Industry

Thursday, June 27th, 2013

As most of you know, I am a big supporter of American Manufacturing. It’s what created our middle class and as a foundation, made us the powerhouse that we are. So, I feel very fortunate to have been asked to help with this project as ADS TV takes a look inside American manufacturers. This initial episode covers LBT Inc which is located here locally in Virginia Beach. During filming, I was captivated by the stories related to us by London Bridge Trading Co’s Founder Doug McDougal and his VP of Manufacturing Ken Beasley. Several times a year I’m invited over to LBT and I love spending time on the floor, watching the employees craft American Made tactical gear. I’m so glad that we are able to share this behind-the-scenes glimpse with you. I hope you enjoy watching it as much as everyone involved enjoyed making it.

Special thanks to ADS Inc, LBT and Ironclad Media Alliance.

Tags: ADS Inc, Ironclad Media Alliance, LBT Inc
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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.

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.

Tags: Australia, Crye Precision
Posted in Camo, International, Multicam | 34 Comments »

Green Light Specials from Morrison Industries

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

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

Tags: Morrison Industries
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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

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

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

Tags: Team Wendy
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Don’t Miss Out On The Garmont T8 NFS and Extreme 24 Hour Sale

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

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

Tags: Extreme Outfitters, Garmont
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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.

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

Tags: Combat Flip Flops
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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

Tags: Kickstarter, Ministry of Supply
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