Bobcat Tactical Solutions was started by Andrew Bottrell, a former Navy EOD technician who was injured in combat in Kabul, Afghanistan and has since been medically discharged from the service.
Having found the issue mine probe unsatisfactory, Bottrell designed a brand new probe with characteristics he felt would benefit the EOD mission. He tested his new probe with his old unit, where it was refined and formed into the current MCP probe.
Made from G10 polymer, the MCP or MOLLE Compatible Probe – named as such since it can be slipped behind PALS webbing, is highly durable, especially when compared to the issue probe. It is also non-magnetic, non-ferrous, non-sparking, non-metallic, and non-conductive, making it very useful when dealing with explosives. It comes in two lengths, 10″ and 13″, but can be cut down by the end user if required. The probe is textured for use in low light and with gloves, and built in 1″ increments allow for showing of scale. The MCP can come with or without a simple lanyard.
Although there isn’t currently a website or Facebook page set up for Bobcat Tactical Solutions, parties interested in the MCP can contact Andrew Bottrell at bottrellal@gmail.com.
Hat tip: Breach Bang Clear
I like it. With the 10″ there wouldn’t be an excuse not to have a probe on hand. The Ti and nylon probes were either left behind or only carried by EOD and engineers. I hope to see these on the market soon.