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The ZEV Technologies Experience – Slide Cuts

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

It’s week three of The ZEV Technologies Experience and I’m told that they’ve cut the new slide, custom designed for SSD, but don’t quite want to let the whole cat out of the bag meaning we’re only going to see glimpses of what they’ve done. So far, ZEV has checked the pistol in and pulled the parts for the custom build.

In this video, you can see the slide being precision cut in house, from 1704 Billet Stainless Steel.

Undoubtedly, the most prominent feature is the cutout for the RMR. The slide cut is specific for the Trijicon RMR and offers 1/3 co-witness, featuring ZEV technologies proprietary RMR mounting posts.

I just received word yesterday that Trijicon has graciously sent an RMR in to Zev Texhnologies to be incorporated into the build. This is going to be an exciting gun to shoot.

www.glockworx.com

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Grey Ghost Gear – JED Bag

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

New from Grey Ghost Gear, the JED Bail Out Bag is designed as an all-in-one solution for getting out of trouble fast during vehicle operations, a go bag meant to be fought from without any unnecessary ‘cool’ features. The interior features multiple mesh pockets along with elastic loops for four 40mm rounds. The zipper runs the full length of the bag for fast access to the inside. The outside features sections of loop material for attaching hook backed pouches, such as those from Orange Diamond Concealment or Tactical Tailor’s Low-Vis line.

Oh, and if you’re wondering what JED stands for, it’s Jim Erwin Developed.

www.greyghostgear.com/new/jed-bail-out-bag

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Mega Arms – Megalithic AR-15 Upper

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

The Mega Arms Megalithic AR-15 upper is machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum, giving it a 70% increase in strength over 6061 aluminum. It is black hard anodized with a surface hardness of 60 Rockwell. Its material and construction allows it to weigh only 22.3 oz.

The Megalithic upper features a fore end with keymod at the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions, and a flat top Picatinny rail. An integrated leveling system placed between the upper receiver and handguard rails can be configured for both left and right handed shooters.

Comes standard with a dust cover door, forward assist, a keymod compatible Picatinny rail segment, barrel nut, and barrel nut wrench. Available only in rifle length at this time.

megaarms.com/ar-15/upper-receivers/mts-440

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Remember the Men of Extortion 17

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

I can’t believe it’s been three years since I heard the news about the crash of Extortion 17, a US Army CH-47 carrying 38 souls: 17 US Navy SEALs, 5 NSW Fleet Techs, 2 USAF Pararescumen, 1 USAF Combat Controller, 5 US Army National Guard and Army Reserve Aviators, 7 Afghan Commandos, and 1 Afghan interpreter. Also on board was a single NSW Working Dog.

I live in Virginia’s Tidewater which was home port for many of those men. I’m not sure the town will ever really get over the tragedy. There are a lot of families, friends, and teammates who bear the loss every day. Only one day a year everyone else thinks about these men and their sacrifice. I think that’s selfish. I don’t expect you to think of them everyday unless they were yours, but don’t make their passing into something any more special than any other death. This obsession has trivialized their passing as much as it does every other death. Each and every loss has meaning and every loss is mourned. I challenge you to look past this one day a year and this group of men. By all means, remember the Men of Extortion 17 and then recognize the sacrifice of all of our fallen.

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Posted in History, Memorial, Morale | 11 Comments »

You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

Wednesday, August 6th, 2014

This time we find the KCRF patch at Pointe Saint Mathieu, France.

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OR Outdoor Demo – Kindling Froe from Buck Knives

Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

Coming 2015, the new Kindling Froe from Buck Knives is part of the Comadre camp series which includes a hatchet and fixed blade knife.

16″ splitter for small rounds and kindling in 5160 spring steel with red powder coat for corrosion resistance. It’s finished off with Heritage Walnut handle atop the full tang design. It comes with a black leather sheath.

www.buckknives.com

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OR Open Air Demo – BioLite Launches KettleCharge

Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

Launched yesterday, the new KettleCharge offers 10w power (their most powerful yet) on demand and is a kettle based design that can be heated on any stove surface such as home ranges (think gas) portable stoves

The collapsible handle includes a power meter and also holds a charge for use later. It not only creates power but also clean water which is not only important in the backcountry but also during disaster recovery.

www.BioLiteEnergy.com/kettlecharge

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OR Open Air Demo – SG 20 Adhesive Sealant

Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

SG-20 is a dual component polyurethane adhesive that is durable and flexible. Sets in 1 minute and cures in an hour. Each kit is enough for up to 3 repairs and can be used on a variety of items including waders, all neoprene a including dive suits, tents, Gore-tex, etc.