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Archive for January, 2015

SHOT Show – Murdock Webbing

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

SuperFlo SafetT Systems recently came to Murdock Webbing asking for an FR Kevlar webbing with Neoprene that would pass the vertical burn test. Murdock answered the call and the resulting product is the Bunker Boot Mate.

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The Bunker Boot Mate was created for use by Firefighters. It’s essentially an instep strap used to keep a Firefighter’s pants from riding up in the case he falls through a floor or crawling. Durable and FR? Sounds like something Soldiers could use when wearing FR combat clothing.

www.bunkerbootmate.com

SHOT Show – Team Wendy

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

I’ve been following the development of TW’s EXFIL SAR helmets since last Summer and I’ve got to say that I’m impressed with the end product. Available in Tactical and Backcountry models, they meet a variety of standards including European climbing GD and mountaineering as well as white water and US Army ACH blunt impact. They also meet European Industry impact standard. This is Ron Szalkowski, director of product development at TeM Wendy with the range of new EXFIL SAR helmets.

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This is pretty sexy. TW is working on a fabric appliqué that will provide camouflage and scratch protection for the EXFIL helmets.

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www.teamwendy.com

SHOT Show – BAE Systems

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

We recently told you that BAE Systems had developed the first mil certified 12 micron thermal sight. I wanted to show what that difference actually means.

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To the left is the original 17 micron Universal Thermal Clip-On version XII (UTC XII). To the right is the new 12 micron version. You’re looking at a 30% reduction in objective lens size and a lot less electronics behind it.

www.baesystems.com

SHOT Show – Ops-Core

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

This is the new Lux Liner for the FAST Base Jump and Carbon. It’s a drop in replacement for the legacy liner and replicates what has already been transitioned into the Maritime andBallistic FAST helmets.

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Meets ACH spec for impact, offering greater comfort and stability. Additionally, the removable pads don’t get hard in the cold!

The biggest question I get about Ops-Core is when the RAC headset is coming. How’s this for you? 2nd Quarter, 2015. It works and ready to go.

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First off, it’s now just called RAC and no longer RACS. It’s still your best bet for true 3D hearing relying on binaural audio. Additionally, you can change the noise-canceling boom mic from side to side. Finally, the gimbal attachments allow for custom ear seal on almost every head shape. Below, you can show it in stored mode.

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Finally, Ops-Core showed me a new low profile mount by TangoDown for the SureFire helmet light. It holds the light much closer to the rail than other versions.

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www.ops-core.com

GEMTECH Releases Three New Loads Of 300BLK Ammunition

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

Boise, ID — 19 JAN 15

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GEMTECH introduces the newest additions to the 300 Blackout line. Whether you are looking for an economical training round or a lethal hunting round, supersonic or subsonic, GEMTECH has you covered.

Providing excellent stopping power and precision, the supersonic 125gr Nosler 300BLK ammunition delivers not only the ballistic performance that you demand, but also the smooth extraction and reliable feed that intense action hunting requires. This hunting load gets the job done each and every time.

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If you’re looking for an economical training round, GEMTECH’s supersonic 147gr FMJ 300BLK is the ammunition for you. The 147gr FMJ projectiles in this round are brand new and from a single manufacturer. These cartridges provide a bullet that punches through some of the toughest materials. GEMTECH doesn’t accept excuses not to train.

GEMTECH has maximized the famous Sierra Match King Hollow Point Boat Tail in the company’s new subsonic SMK 220gr HPBT 300BLK load. This bullet design delivers the ballistic performance, accuracy, and stopping power required of tactical professionals in high stress scenarios.

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Despite claims by the competition, Gemtech has developed the quietest and most accurate loads for the 300BLK available, at a better price and with a more versatile family of cartridges than anyone else.

Online: www.gem-tech.com

SHOT Show – The SKD ‘Dicks, Bag Of, Camo’

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

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Late yesterday, SKD Tactical gave us a first look at their ‘Dicks, Bag Of, Camo’ available today on their site. Yes, it’s filled with exactly what you think it is. We all know someone who deserves one.

www.skdtac.com

SHOT Show – Kitanica

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

This is Kitanica’s American Hoodie.

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Made from 200 weight Polartec thermal pro fabric, the American Hoodie is vented through the pockets. In addition to zippered kangaroo pockets, it also incorporates a zippered, covered pen/tube pocket on the left shoulder. It also has an adjustable hood with a stiffened brim.

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Made in USA! With US materials.

Coming Summer from www.kitanica.net

SHOT Show – Oakley Chamber

Wednesday, January 21st, 2015

The new Chamber pack is designed for discreet carry of a firearm in the removable chest mounted pouch. This smaller pocket can also be stored by clipping into place at the rear of the pack.

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Internally, it has a Velcro panel for use of modular pouches.

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The Chamber also has a dedicated Eyepro pouch as well as an electronics pouch built into the pack.

www.oakleysi.com