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HyperStealth to Introduce INVISIB – Commercial Variant of Quantum Stealth

Friday, April 11th, 2014

HyperStealth announced on their Facebook page earlier today that they would release a commercial version of their long promised Quantum Stealth. I for one am looking forward to the release simply so I can finally speak openly about the technology.

With authorization from the U.S. Military last week, Hyperstealth INVISIB will be the first commercial variant of Quantum Stealth (Light Bending Material). A confidential version with a higher capability will be available for Law Enforcement/Military Regular Forces and a highly advanced classified version will be available for Tier 1 and Tier 2 Special Forces Teams in Canada and the U.S. only.

Hyperstealth is now in the process of establishing the Intellectual Property (IP) for INVISIB, and only after the IP is secured will the product be demonstrated to the public.

Hyperstealth was not allowed to pursue the IP prior to this recent authorization as Canada does not allow patents to be taken out on classified technology and while the U.S. does allow patents on classified technology, it would have to be stamped secret and would not allow Hyperstealth to secure worldwide protection.

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Posted in Camo, International | 19 Comments »

Heckler & Koch – HK416 A5

Friday, April 11th, 2014

The HK416 A5 is Heckler & Koch’s latest iteration of the popular HK416 weapon system. It was on hand at AUSA and SHOT Show but we don’t feel it’s gotten enough attention. The most noticeable change is the addition of the new green-brown RAL8000 color scheme, which provides camouflage in many environments. This also offers a lower IR visibility when compared to traditional black finish.

The Picatinny-railed forend on the 11″ barrel carbine model features an integrated foldable front sight; on the extended barrel models – 14.5″, 16.5″, 20″, a front sight adapter allows a flip-up front sight that’s attached directly to the barrel (not pictured). The rear sight is a proprietary quick release model with a foldable post.

The new two-stage gas system can be adjusted without tools, and allows the shooter to easily switch between the ‘normal’ and ‘suppressor’ settings. Also pictured is the grenade launcher module adapter, standard with the HK416 A5 which facilitates figment of the HK grenade launcher adopted here in the US as the M320.

The HK416 A5 features H&K’s new slimine lightweight buttstock. It, along with the pistol grip, are shown in tan RAL8000 finish, which offers low observability.

The lower receiver sports many improvements in addition to those already featured on previous HK416 models. They’ll be familiar to those of you who followed the now cancelled US Army Individual Carbine program.

The new magazine well profile makes the A5 compatible with a wider variety of AR-15 compatible magazines, including Magpul Pmags. The large “Winter trigger guard” is designed for use with heavy gloves. Both the magazine release and bolt catch release are ambidextrous, and both are sized for improved manipulation. The modified trigger system allows the safety to be engaged at any time, and the selector switch is ambidextrous.

The HK416 A5 also utilizes a proprietary charging handle and dust cover.

The HK416 A5 is also available in traditional Black finish, and is restricted to Military and Law Enforcement.

Also on display was a HK417 outfitted with the G28 buttstock. The buttstock features an adjustable cheekpiece, with fine and course length-of-pull settings, which can be locked into position.

www.hk-usa.com

Tags: H&K
Posted in weapons | 2 Comments »

Marine South – Quantico Tactical/Wild Things

Friday, April 11th, 2014

The new Toasty for Wild Things is made from Malden Mills 12oz Power Stretch. This is a great baselayer product that offers 4-way stretch and is made from 87% recycled material. Offered with or without hood and incorporates a zippered chest pocket and monkey paw thumb holes. 100% Berry compliant.

Available in Coyote, Grey, and Black.

www.wildthingsgear.com/collections/military-clothing-and-gear

www.quanticotactical.com

Tags: Marine South, Quantico Tactical, Wild Things
Posted in Clothing, MDM | 1 Comment »

Marine South – Sneak Peak – Oakley SI Det-Cord

Friday, April 11th, 2014

At Marine South, we got to take a look at Oakley’s upcoming SI Det-Cord glasses. Coming this July.

www.oakley.com

Tags: Marine South, Oakley
Posted in Eyepro, MDM | 3 Comments »

FirstSpear Friday Focus – 3 New Mag Pockets

Friday, April 11th, 2014

This week, we’ll focus on three new magazine carriers from FirstSpear, the Hybrid 5.56 Mag Shingle, Extended Pistol Mag, and Pistol Shingle 3 Mag.

Hybrid 5.56 Mag Shingle

The Hybrid 5.56 Mag Shingle offers 3 sections that integrate many preferred security and concealment features into one design including a single magazine speed reload pouch on one end. Intended for a Speed Reload on the Shooters left or right, it also features a pistol mag pocket that can be secured with the FS Standard Speed Tab or with a supplied full flap. This pocket allows the Shooter to comfortably transport 5 x 30 round 5.56 magazines and one pistol magazine. This pocket is available with the Speed Reload / Pistol Pocket arranged on the Shooters Left or Right as you can see below.

Extended Pistol Mag

This pocket is for extended double column 9, 40 & 45 pistol magazines. A full hook & loop flap provides security and a Mil-Spec elastic webbing panel provides additional tension. Many popular handheld 2 & 3 cell SureFire handheld combat lights will also fit this pocket.

Pistol Shingle 3 Mag

The pistol shingle accommodates magazines for most popular single and double (9 & 40) stack side-arms. This pocket can be set by you the User for the FirstSpear Speed Tab security cord or a full Velcro flap closure. Additional Mil-Spec elastic tension holds mags even when security tab or flap isn’t in place.

All are available in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green and MultiCam with 6/9 or 6/12 attachments.

www.first-spear.com

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Posted in Load Carrying | 4 Comments »

Tactical-Life.com – Improvised Electronics: Counter-IED Blast Simulator Training

Friday, April 11th, 2014

This week’s post from Tactical-Life.com covers Improvised Electronics, a new entrant in the counter-IED market. Headed by a former U.S. Navy Electronics Technician, Improvised Electronics is a small, Destin, Florida-based company that produces counter-IED training hardware and programs. Their product offerings include advanced propane/oxygen blast simulators capable of exceeding 130 decibels when detonated that can be triggered from beyond 1000 meters.

For the full story, visit: www.tactical-life.com/magazines/tactical-weapons/improvised-electronics-counter-ied-blast-simulator-training-high-tech

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Posted in Training | 1 Comment »

Liesl Grebenstein Running In Boston Marathon To Fund Cancer Care And Research

Friday, April 11th, 2014

Liesl Grebenstein – Vice President, Federal Affairs for ADS Ventures, Inc., is currently training to run in the upcoming 2014 Boston Marathon. She is running with the Mass General Marathon Team, raising money for Massachusetts General Hospital which will go to support pediatric cancer care and research. You can donate funds towards this cause through the team’s Crowdrise page, and also keep up-to-date with Liesl’s progress at her ‘C-Me-Go To Boylston’ blog.

www.crowdrise.com/MGH2014BostonMarathon/fundraiser/lieslgrebenstein

Liesl is a great friend of SSD and we encourage your support of her great cause.

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