O P Tactical is running an End of Fiscal Year sale. From now until Midnight EST on September 30th, take 10% off any order of $100 or more. Use coupon code EOFY14 to apply the discount. Some exclusions apply, which are marked on the individual item pages.
O P Tactical would also like to note that they are “…ready to handle any Government and Unit orders via GPC, Credit Card, Contract and anything in between.” They can be contacted through optactical@yahoo.com for a fast quote and processing.
In this fourth in a series of videos from Kopis Mobile, Kopis demonstrates how their Networked Tactical Television (NTtv) system can be used for UAS Support, by integrating into an Unmanned Aerial System drone to provide surveillance on unknown threats.
NEWINGTON, N.H. (September 2014) — SIG SAUER®, Inc. has imported a limited number of the famed Swiss Arms SG 553 pistols to the U.S. market. These Swiss-built firearms have set the standard for reliability and dependability worldwide.
Built around the famed SG 551/552 series gas piston actions, the SG 553 delivers the ultimate in reliability and function combined with the legendary Swiss design and attention to manufacturing details.
“The classic SG rifle series are highly sought among collectors and firearms experts,” said Jeff Creamer, SIG SAUER Executive Director and General Merchandise Manager. “This was a unique opportunity and the only time SIG SAUER has been able to offer the SG 553 to the commercial market in the United States.”
Featuring a two-position gas valve, ambidextrous controls and hooded front sight. The SG 553 is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, and has a rugged, durable Nitride treated finish.
The SG 553 is available with either the renowned Swiss Rotary Diopter Sight welded to the receiver or with an M1913 rail, for mounting any number of optics or accessories. Flip-up sights are standard on the railed models.
A polymer handguard keeps the classic lines of the SG 553 design. Legendary 30-round Swiss translucent polymer 30-round magazines and a three-prong flash hider complete the package.
This is really cool. Platatac’s Mountain Shawl Collar is a heavyweight fleece top is designed to be worn as a comfortable and warm layer. It features thumb loops at the cuffs, a tube style front hand pocket, and taped buttons at the collar and an elasticized waist to trap heat. The ‘shawl’ style collar, from which the garment gets its name, can be fliped up to provide additional protection from the elements.
Available in Black, Brown, Khaki, Lime Green, and Navy in sizes SM – XL. Made in Australia.
www.platatac.com/platatac-mountain-shawl-collar-7946
Yesterday, we gave you a sneak peek of the new X300U in Desert Tan. Now, we’re offering some shots of the light mated to a DG switch and mounted on a GLOCK 17.
This Ultra version of the X300 weapon light boasts 500 lumens focused by a Total internal Reflection lens. While you’ll find it generally mounted to a pistol, you will also see the X300 as a rifle light due to its compact size. When it is mounted this way, generally, it used with an XT07 Tape Switch.
The DG switch allows you to manipulate the light without removing a finger from your grip. Instead, there’s a pressure activated button.
The DG Switch makes the light much easier to manipulate but takes a little getting used to. You’ve really got to be cognizant of your grip so that you don’t have a light AD. There is a learning curve here and I recommend lots of dry presentation and dry holstering to train that middle finger.
This is a shot of the DG switch. It replaces the battery cover and snaps right into place. It features an O-ring for waterproofness. Look for about 1.5 hours of use with 2 CR123A batteries.
The X300 utilizes the Rail-Lock® system which you can see above. You pull down on the lever and slide the light into place on the rail. When you’ve got it where you want it, simply release the lever which is under spring tension.
Here you can see the High Threat Concealment Gen 3 Hooster which is set up to accommodate an X400 series Ultra light. The mounted X300U fits like a glove.
I’m told pre-orders should go up on the site very soon. The run of X300U in Desert Tan is limited to 500 pieces.
Last year I visited Insight Technology and saw several products they have in the pipeline. One of those items was a civilian legal ATPIAL-C. The AN/PEQ-15 Advanced Target Pointer Illuminator Aiming Laser or ATPIAL is one of the most popular weapon accessories ever adopted by DoD because of its size, durability and ease of use, combining visible and IR lasers into a single package. It is also one of the most sought after laser devices by civilian shooters. Unfortunately, it’s never been commercially available and the few that are out there came into the market under rather nefarious circumstances. They have been Government-only devices due to the power of the unit’s lasers. The restriction on sales to civilians has even included most Law Enforcement organizations. No one could get them. That’s why a commercially certified model is so important. I am very pleased to learn that these are now available exclusively through our friends at TNVC. Read their release, below.
The wait is over.
The journey home from the battlefield is a long one. The AN/PEQ-15 (ATPIAL) from Insight Technology, has been faithfully serving U.S. Warfighters as the standard issue aiming laser throughout the Global War on Terror. Seen on almost every U.S. weapon fielded since the mid 2000’s, the ATPIAL has been highly coveted by the commercial market, yet always out of reach due to government restrictions on high power infrared lasers… Until now.
Introducing the ATPIAL-C. Forged for the Warrior, Honed in the Crucible of Combat, and Proven by Heroes, the legendary AN/PEQ-15 is now available in a civilian-legal package as the ATPIAL-C.
Some history how it came to be. At the 2014 SHOT Show TNVC was approached by Insight to discuss the viability of this product in the commercial market. Both TNVC and L-3/Insight believed it would be very well received by individual civilian and law enforcement personnel. We were asked to be the exclusive launch vehicle for the ATPIAL-C and jumped at the opportunity. Presently, TNVC is the only place to get these! After all these years in combat, TNVC is extremely excited to bring the ATPIAL-C home.
The unique aspect of the ATPIAL-C is it’s pulled right off the same military production line as its full power cousin, but with a civilian legal Class1 Infrared Laser Pointer and Illuminator. Other than the power rating, there is no difference between the ATPIAL-C and the ATPIAL.
The ATPIAL-C (Advanced Target Pointer/Illuminator Aiming Laser – Commercial) is a multi-function Class1/IIIR Infrared/Visible laser from L-3/Insight Technology. It features an Infrared Laser Pointer (0.7 mW Class1), Visible Laser Pointer (4.6 mW Class 3R Red), and Infrared Laser Illuminator (3 mW Class 3R). Based on the standard issue AN/PEQ-15 (Class IIIb) for the U.S. Warfighter, the ATPIAL-C’s Class1/3R power makes it completely eye-safe and available to the general public. Class1 Infrared Laser Pointer feature a 0.7mW rating which is not restricted by the FDA. They will easily reach out to 450 yards, encompassing most target engagement ranges when paired with a night vision goggle for the civilian and law enforcement professional. Considering that Gen3 Night Vision Goggles have a maximum target identification range of 100-115 yards, the 450 yard range of the ATPIAL-C is perfect.
The Visible and Infrared Laser Pointers are slaved so that zeroing one will zero the other in tandem. The Infrared Laser Illuminator is a true laser illuminator system, producing no bright downrange visible signature as seen in infrared LED’s. In order to stay within Class1 guidelines, the Illuminator is lower power, able to reach 150 yards and is non-adjustable. This is perfect for short to medium range engagements. Like the full power ATPIAL, the ATPIAL-C’s Infrared Illuminator can be used to wash out the bloom of the Infrared Laser Pointer at engagement distances.
The ATPIAL-C is a low profile laser system that mounts to any standard M1913 Picatinny Rail. Its design allows it to sit lower on the rail than most other lasers, creating a “saddle bag” affect, so as not to impede the shooter’s sight picture when mounted at the 12 o’clock position. Its glass-reinforced high-strength polymer body housing is very robust and impact resistant. The unit features a simple dial selector for changing the output settings on top of the housing. Activation is achieved via the included remote pressure pad or onboard “fire” button. A rear-facing battery compartment makes changing batteries simple and convenient, even when the unit is pushed all the way forward against a standard AR Front Sight Base (by the way: you should never store your expensive night vision and lasers with the batteries installed). Windage and elevation adjustments require a small flat head screw driver and produce positive clicks.
The ATPIAL-C is the closest thing an individual can get to the standard issue full power ATPIAL.
We are currently accepting pre-orders. L-3 will be delivering the first units to our warehouse mid to late November with the next shipment in mid to late December. Shipping will be first come, first served. Pre Orders must be paid in full.
Place your Pre Order before September 15 and get it for only $1,199.00. That’s a $100 savings! After that, the price is $1,299
tnvc.com/shop/l3-insight-atpial-c-class1-ir-laser
Crye Precision has been supplying limited numbers of MultiCam Arid and Tropical clothing to specialized units for several months now. Late yesterday afternoon they released them to the public. Currently available are G3 Combat Shirts and Pants in MultiCam Arid, Black and Tropical. Also, they are offering G3 Field Apparel in MultiCam Arid, Black and Tropical.
In addition to Combat and Field clothing in the new patterns, they’ve also released the Combat Pant LE01 which was initially unveiled at SHOT Show as a lower cost alternative for Law Enforcement Officers and others who want Crye Precision quality but are interested in some different features.
The biggest difference are the different, front cargo pockets that are simpler than standard G3 Combat Pants. Crye’s site says that they are better for use while in a vehicle. The LE01 Pant is available in Black, Ranger Green, Khaki 400, MultiCam and MultiCam Black.
Get them while the getting’s good.
In this third in a series of videos from Kopis Mobile, Kopis demonstrates how their Networked Tactical Television (NTtv) system can be used to reduce training costs. This is achieved by utilizing the various elements that make up the NTtv system for surveillance and observation rather than building dedicated training environments.
