This time, the KCRF patch has found its way to Roscoff, Brittany, Finistère, France. The Sherman tank is located near a former WWII museum. Roughly 50 km south of the museum, a tank battle between US and German forces was reported to have taken place.
Popular Long-Range Ballistics Author to Release First Book in the Series in July 2014
Cedar Springs, MI – June 25, 2014 – Applied Ballistics, LLC is excited to announce the release of a new series of books from popular author, Bryan Litz, entitled “Modern Advancements for Long Range Shooting” which documents the ongoing research and development that is taking place inside the Applied Ballistics laboratory. Volume I of the series is scheduled for release in late July 2014.
In the first Volume of the series, readers will be privy to extensive test results which fully explore the effects of twist rate on muzzle velocity, BC (supersonic and transonic), precision, even spin rate decay for various rifling profiles as they are tested experimentally.
Other sections of the book detail the evolution of modern rifle, bullet, and optic design. Additionally, results from in-depth chronograph testing are presented, showing the strengths and weaknesses of available commercial chronographs.
Nick Vitalbo, contributing author and President of nVisti Tactical Innovation, Applied Ballistics’ partner company specializing in small arms fire control systems, optical wind measurement and product development, explains state-of-the-art instrumentation such as laser rangefinders and wind measurement devices in detail.
“This new series is heavily based in experimental ballistics, and takes a sort of ‘myth busters’ approach to many of the questions and problems faced by modern long range shooters,” stated Litz. “In today’s world of marketing hype and movie magic, Applied Ballistics continues to explore long range shooting using the scientific method, and publishes the results in a non-biased way that’s easily understood by everyone.”
Scheduled for release at the end of July 2014, “Modern Advancements in Long Range Shooting – Vol. 1” will be available for $39.95. Future volumes are planned to cover the ongoing testing and evaluation activities of Applied Ballistics. The new book will be offered for pre-order from June 24 thru July 25. Readers can pre-order the book at a 10% discount ($35.95).
store.appliedballisticsllc.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=0004
New colors coming 2015 for the SpeedCross.
I’ve mentioned the Brooks Range Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag in the past but it remains one of the simplest, yet effective items out there.
Designed to work in concert with a parka, the Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag covers your feet to offer full, to-toe coverage. It weighs 18 oz and is filled with 8.5oz of 850+ DownTek treated goose down for waterproofness. The 20D shell incorporates a foot box lined with 40D nylon for abrasion resistance yet maintaining minimal weight.
http://brooks-range.com/Elephant-Foot.html
August 8, 2014 – Happy Thimble Consulting, LLC (HTC) announced this week that Security Devices International, Inc. (SDI) has appointed HTC’s Ross Botha as 40mm Specialist, Training & Development for SDI.
SDI is well known for their range of high-tech 40mm less-lethal munitions. SDI manufactures an impressive range of 40mm less-lethal munitions. The excellent SDI expanding, gel tipped, Blunt Impact Projectile (BIP) is used by several agencies throughout the world that demand cutting edge technology, effectiveness and safety. In addition to their impact munitions, SDI is also the only manufacturer in the world that currently manufactures a malodorant payload round that contains a highly noxious medium that delivers a terrible odor to enhance suspect compliance.
HTC’s Ross Botha has been involved in the defense industry for well over 20 years with much of this time as Director of Training for a large defense related training provider in Southern Africa. After relocating to the United States, Ross continued to consult and served as law enforcement/military sales associate for a well-known U.S. ammunition manufacturer. Recently, Ross acted as Director of Training and National Sales Manager for a less-lethal munitions company before being appointed by Security Devices International, Inc.
“My goal is to continue building SDI’s reputation as cutting-edge manufacturer, reliable top-tier supplier and innovator of products that keep Americans and our friends globally safe in a progressively hostile world,” says Ross.
“SDI delivers where safety, innovation and technology are in demand by customers that require specialized designs. They have a highly capable and experienced team in place. All ready to serve. HTC is proud to be part of it.”
Do you miss wearing your light blue pajamas that were so thin you could actually use them to start a fire? Well, don’t worry – we’ll make you feel just like the criminal you once were with our RTL Shirt. Black ink printed in light blue 100% cotton so you can write in your own criminal number on the front.
Available in sizes Small – 2XL.
www.americanmarauder.com/resistance-training-lab-shirt
-Criminal Number 7
Details coming soon.
The US Army has recently revealed the new Army Physical Fitness Uniform (APFU), which will be available service-wide beginning in October 2015. The design, which is based on Soldier feedback, consists of 34 individual changes to the form, fit, function, and look of the APFU. The trunks, for example, feature a lighter, less stiff construction when compared to the current IPFU trunks, along with internal four-way stretch panel, a bigger key pocket, and a “convenient and secure ID card pouch.”
The APFU consists of five parts: jacket, pants, trunks/shorts, short-sleeve shirt, and long-sleeve shirt. The ensemble is modular, although it will ultimately be up to the platoon sergeants to determine the appropriate combination of components to wear.
The APFU will come in two types: Clothing Bag and Optional, visually identical, with the only difference being the use of different materials in their make. The Optional APFU will be available sometime between October and December of this year when it arrives in Army military clothing sales stores. The Clothing Bag issue variant will be issued starting April to June 2015, with Reserve, National Guard, and Senior ROTC receiving the APFU July to August 2015. The mandatory wear date will go into effect approximately October 2017, about three years after the introduction of the APFU.
www.army.mil/article/131411/New_Army_PT_uniforms_result_of_Soldier_feedback
