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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Get Your Head Right

Friday, March 7th, 2014

This Friday we are going to focus on FirstSpear’s products that relate to helmets.

Helmet Cover

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FirstSpear offers three different helmet cover models; for the ops-Core family of FAST helmets, there are versions made from both softshell material and hybrid mesh/softshell material as well as a hybrid model for the MICH/ACH. All offer Velcro for ID patches and protect the helmet from bumps and enhance camouflage. Available in a variety of colors.

Helmet Battery Pack

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The FS Helmet Battery Pack serves dual duty as on-helmet battery storage as well as use as a counterweight. Made from softshell, it is Velcro backed in order to attach to a helmet cover. Offered in Black, Ranger Green,Coyote and MultiCam.

NVG Pocket

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FirstSpear’s NVG Pocket is different because it carries your Binocular and Monocular NVGs with the mount attached. Plus, there’s room for batteries and other accessories. Available in Black, Ranger Green,Coyote and MultiCam with 6/9 or 6/12 attachment.

Eye Pro Field Case

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This pouch is designed for use as a stand alone case for your eye pro but can also be attached to MOLLE platforms. The insert is custom cut to hold your second set of lenses and can be customized by FirstSpear for other fragile items like medicine vials, syringes etc. Offered in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green and MultiCam with 6/9 and 6/12 attachments.

Helmet Hut

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The Helmet Hut is one of my favorite FirstSpear products. Helmets, ear pro, NVGs and accessories are expensive and this padded case is a great way to store and transport them. It features a U-shaped 3/4 opening zipper so you can get at your kit as well as internal storage pockets. Available in Black, Coyote, Khaki, Ranger Green and MultiCam.

www.First-Spear.com

PenCott Camouflage At IWA 2014

Friday, March 7th, 2014

Hyde Definition’s PenCott camouflage line has captured the attention of the international market, as can be seen at IWA 2014, where one can view the various companies that have adopted PenCott patterns into their product lines.

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Helikon-Tex will be introducing new clothing items at IWA 2014, including a new line of professional combat gear called “Direct Action Gear”. This new line was developed with input from Brandon Webb and “Drago”, 2 former US Navy SEALS, and Jacek Kowalik and Andrzej Kisiel, 2 former members of Polish SF unit GROM.

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Slovenian brand UF PRO is launching their new Striker XT BDU system at IWA 2014. The new brand will be available in GreenZone and BadLands camouflage. UF PRO is set up in Hall 9, Stand 317.

SABRE
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JK Defence’s SABRE brand will be showcasing their “Ghostwalker Gear” line in PenCott patterns. SABRE is set up in Hall 4, Stand 236.

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Leo Koehler will be unveiling their new Cold Weather Smock in PenCott Snowdrift at IWA 2014. Leo Koehler is set up in Hall 9, Stand 337.

TAC WEAR
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TAC Wear will have prototypes of their new PenCott clothing range on display at the TACPROGEAR booth. TACPROGEAR is set up in Hall 9, Stand 248.

www.hydedefinition.com/latest/?p=1198

FN Manufacturing Wins Contract To Build Mk 19 Spare Receivers For The US Army

Friday, March 7th, 2014

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McLean, VA – March 6, 2014 – FNH USA, LLC announced today that FN Manufacturing, LLC in Columbia, SC has received a new, three year, $7.6 million indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract from the Defense Logistics Agency to build MK 19 spare receivers for the U.S. Army. This award is in addition to the $27 million contract the company currently has from the U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) to produce MK 19 grenade machine guns through August 2015.

“We are pleased that FN Manufacturing has been selected to produce the MK 19 spare receivers,” said Mark Cherpes, FNH USA President and CEO. “Since its founding in 1989, FN Manufacturing has proudly built a variety of military firearms for all branches of the U.S. Military including iconic products such as the M240, M249, M4 and M16 rifles. We are extremely proud of the high-quality and reliable firearms we build for our service men and women and look forward to continuing this tradition in the years to come.”

www.fnherstal.com

Norwich University Study On Trijicon RMR Vs Pistol Iron Sights

Friday, March 7th, 2014

Norwich University Pistol Study

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James E. Ryan and Robin Adler of the Department of Justice Studies and Sociology at Norwich University ran a comparative pistol project with the purpose of examining the effectiveness of traditional pistol iron sights versus Trijicon’s RMR red dot optic sight. The study, which consisted of 27 students split into two roughly equal groups, shows that the group who used pistols (Glock 19s for the purpose of the study) equipped with the RMR showed statistically superior “hits on paper” and accuracy when compared to the traditional iron sight group. The full study can be read in .pdf form by clicking the image above.

Spirit Of Blue Hires Its First Staff Member

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

Last week, Ryan T. Smith was appointed to the role of Executive Director (half-time) of the Spirit of Blue foundation. His work will include drafting their 3-Year Strategic Plan, managing the Safety Grant Program, heading up promotional planning, and maintaining sponsorship relationships.

www.spiritofblue.com

Warrior Expo – Belleville / Tactical Research

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

Belleville recently added a new boot to their Tactical Research line called the MINI-Mil Transition boot.

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Last year, Tactical Research unveiled the MINI-Mil boot, inspired by popular minimalist running shoes. It only features a 2mm heel to to drop making it a very flat boot. FR folks who aren’t used to barefoot running, this was a bit too much so TR came up with this new model. The MINI-Mil Transition offers a 6mm heel to toe drop which feels more “natural” for those wearing traditional combat boots. It remains a lightweight boot at 15.5 oz per pair. However, whereas the MINI-Mil features an unlined upper, the Transition model incorporates Aero-Spacer breathable, hydrophilic mesh lining. Additionally, this 8″ high boot is AR 670-1 compliant. Offered in Tan and Coyote, full sizes 6-14 (R&W) and half-sizes 6.5-11.5 (R&W).

www.bellevilleboot.com

Warrior Expo – Benchmade

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

New for 2014, the Benchmade Fixed Contego by Warren Osborne features a reverse Tanto blade.

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With an overall length of 10.18″, the Fixed Contego combines a 4.97″ blade made from CPM-S30V with contoured G10 scales. The knife also includes a multi-position, molded sheath with adjustable detent.

www.benchmade.com

Warrior Expo – Beyond

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

Don’t get too worked up, but I saw this…

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Yep, Beyond Level 9 pants in Kryptek Highlander.