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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014CORDURA – Combat Wool Fabric
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014New materials really are at the core of providing truly new garments. Let’s face it, you can only make a combat shirt but so many ways. But when you add in a new fabric, possibilities become realities.
The same CORDURA brand that you know for making texturized nylon used in most of your field equipment has come out with a new fabric called Combat Wool. It consists of a blend of merino wool and nylon, intended to combine the comfort and durability of its base parts. CORDURA claims, through an independent study, that Combat Wool offers 10x better abrasion resistance, 2.1x better tensile resistance, and 1.4x better tear resistance when compared to 100% merino wool fabrics while maintaining the same look and feel. It is currently available in a variety of styles and constructions, including base/mid-layer knits, double face wovens, canvas, ripstop, twills, dobby, and stretch woven fabrics.
www.cordura.com/en/fabric-technology/wool-fabric.html
Rarely Am I Left Speechless
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014
It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014
SureFire Releases Its Most Powerful LED Flashlight Ever
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014Fountain Valley, CA — SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of high-end illumination tools and tactical products, has commenced sales of its most powerful LED flashlight in the company’s 35-year history. The new UDR Dominator® boasts a maximum output of an incredible 2,400 lumens, a level previously not attainable via light emitting diode (LED) technology.
“This represents a significant milestone for SureFire and is only the beginning of things to come as LED technology continues to evolve and improve,” said SureFire Director of Marketing Ron Canfield. “It’s yet another first from a company with a long history of firsts, including inventing the first WeaponLight and the first tactical flashlight.”
With its ultra-high maximum output and a deep precision reflector to shape the light into a far-reaching beam, the Dominator qualifies as a “tactical” flashlight, given its obvious military, law enforcement, and border security applications. But it’s also well-suited for maritime use, search-and-rescue operations, or any other application where an ultra-bright, portable searchlight would prove useful. Along with its 2,400-lumen max setting, the variable-output Dominator also produces eight other useful output levels and even has a strobe-light setting, designed to disorient an aggressor, and a disable feature to prevent accidental activation.
The Dominator is one of several “dual-fuel-capable” flashlights produced by SureFire, which means it can be powered by an included lithium-ion rechargeable battery or by twelve disposable 123A batteries, for situations where recharging the light between uses may not be an option. A built-in, color-coded LED fuel gauge keeps users abreast of remaining battery power, and the light can be charged via an AC wall socket or a DC vehicle socket. Built to be as rugged as it is powerful—for the obvious outdoor uses for which it is intended—the UDR is constructed of lightweight but strong aerospace aluminum, is hard anodized with a durable Mil-Spec finish, and has O-ring and gasket seals to protect sophisticated internal electronics from moisture and debris.
The UDR Dominator has an MSRP of $1,370 and is currently available for purchase through authorized SureFire dealers. It will also soon be available for purchase directly from SureFire by calling 800-828-8809 or visiting surefire.com online.
Saab Barracuda – Soft Armor System
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014Saab Group based in Sweden has developed a Modular Soft Armor protection system. It is modular in that it consists of hollow panels which can easily be joined together with standard tools before being filled with the anti-ballistic ceramic cores. These panels can also easily be integrated into any new military or civilian vehicles and infrastructure, or existing vehicles and infrastructure. The system weighs only 180 kg/m² with a thickness of 120 mm which can be compared to concrete at 500 kg/m² and RHA at 200 kg/m². Perhaps most importantly, it has been tested to offer ballistic protection of up to NATO 7.62 AP ammo, STANAG level III.
Thanks to ‘Jim’ for the tip!
O P Tactical – A-TACS AU Uniform Sale
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014
O P Tactical is currently running a sale on Propper apparel in ATACS-AU pattern. Coats, Trousers and Boonie Hats in ATACS-AU camo have all been discounted significantly. Take advantage of the deals while supplies last.
Propper ACU Coat: www.optactical.com/pracucoa65ba.html
Propper ACU Trousers: www.optactical.com/praacutr65ba.html
Propper Boonie Hat: www.optactical.com/praboha65bar.html
Magpul Releases New MS1 Padded Sling
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014
Magpul has released a padded version of the MS1 Sling. The MS1 Padded Sling is comprised of a custom-woven variable-width tubular webbing. The padded section, 2″ wide, features a ripstop-laminated enhanced foam pad that won’t roll, twist, or bunch, and provides comfort and support for heavy weapons or extended periods. Magpul has also managed to remove the structural stitching required on traditional padded slings, which reduces failure points, increases strength, and improves comfort and function. The MS1 Padded Sling is compatible with all MS1/MS3/MS4 accessories.
Availabel in Black, Coyote, Grey, and Ranger Green.
store.magpul.com/product/MAG545/slings
