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Archive for 2015
Xtreme Couture GI Foundation – Our Heroes Benefit Concert
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015Australian Army – 3 RAR Basic Reconnaissance Course 2014 Video
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015The Australian Army 3rd Brigade released a video highlighting the Royal Australian Regiment ‘Old Faithful’ – 3 RAR Basic Reconnaissance Course. Conducted from November 3rd through December 12th, 2014, the intent of the course was to qualify Soldiers to become Reconnaissance Patrolmen. During the course, Soldiers trained with assets including MRH 90, PMV, and small boats organic to 3 RAR.
You can check out the video here: www.facebook.com/3rdbrigadeaustralianarmy/videos/386955938160163
Thanks to ‘JC’ for the tip!
Phokus Research Group – Warfighter Bundle
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015Warfighter Bundle – built to suit every operational need!
Warfighters are called upon to serve in various capacities. Whether on the FOB, assigned to a security detail, or on patrol, the Warfighter Bundle ensures your lifesaving medical gear is always at the ready.
Each Warfighter Bundle is comprised of Phokus Research Group’s top selling kits, pouches, and a Combat Application Tourniquet. Bundling provides immediate access to vital life-saving gear regardless of your uniform for the day.
Armour Wear
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015May 11, 2015: In the wake of school shootings and terrorist attacks, Miami based Armour Wear, LLC has set out to solve a problem: How to create lightweight and unobtrusive ballistic protection for everyday use that anyone can afford.
In late 2014, Armour Wear, LLC launched its own line of American made hard and soft body armor, as well as tactical nylon to the US market to make sure the people of the United States have the opportunity to protect themselves and their families with the best quality at a reasonable price. With prices starting at $35.99 for soft armor panels and $114.95 for hard armor, protecting yourself and those you love has become a reality.
Learn more at: www.armour-wear.com
Vickers Tactical – BCM KeyMod White Light Mounts
Tuesday, May 12th, 2015In this video, Larry Vickers goes over BCM’s KeyMod White Light Mounts, as well as gives tips for setting up a home defense carbine with a white light.
Black Canyon Labs – BCL SGS3 – Shotgun Safety Selector Switch
Tuesday, May 12th, 2015
The SGS3 – Shotgun Safety Selector Switch is a drop-in part which replaces the traditional cross bolt safety found on many shotguns with a 90 degree selector switch safety similar to many modern sporting rifles or military service weapons. Black Canyon Labs developed the SGS3 to allow shooters to maintain the muscle memory of manipulating the safety on an M4 rifle when transitioning to a shotgun.
The SGS3 can be configured for left hand, right hand, or ambidextrous use with the included dual side paddles. Its design requires the use of a pistol grip shotgun, which further reemphasizes the muscle memory and weapon manipulation of the M4 platform.
Variants of the SGS3 are currently available for Remington and Benelli shotguns, although other brands and models are planned for the future.
Rally Point Tactical is the exclusive supplier of the SGS3. Individual purchasers can get the SGS3 here: BCL SGS3 – Shotgun Safety Selector Switch. Government purchasers and dealers interested in carrying the SGS3 can contact RPT directly at Dan@rptactical.com.
Zero Point And Kopis Mobile Pay Homage To Draper Kauffman – Part 1
Tuesday, May 12th, 2015Draper Kauffman Tribute
In a 3-part series to honor the Father of US Navy EOD and US Navy UDT/SEAL, Zero Point and Kopis Mobile will pay tribute to Admiral Draper Lawrence Kauffman by presenting a few key bullets from his remarkable career, unveiling a few custom designs attributed to his exploits, as well as working up donations to contribute to SOWF and EODWF. Don’t miss it – and visit their booth to find out more at SOFIC – Booth #1818.
Part 1 of 3: Draper Kauffman Aug.4, 1911 – Aug.18, 1979 – America’s first Twin Pin (EOD/SEAL)
Draper Kauffman is well-known as US Navy’s Founding Frogman forming the Naval Combat Demolition Units (NCDU), early predecessor to Navy’s Special Warfare’s UDT/SEAL. However, less known but equally important is he is also credited as a Founding Father of US Navy EOD. This is a small tribute to a Naval Officer, Leader, Visionary, Patriot, and a true American Hero.
• Graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1933. Denied commission as a “regular” officer due to poor eyesight.
• Following his denied commission, Kauffman joined the United States Steamship Lines in an effort to assist in what he felt would be the inevitable war against Germany.
• 10 May 1940: volunteered as an ambulance driver for the French Army in a region of Alsace-Lorraine, just 10 miles from France’s “impenetrable” Maginot Line.
• 22 June 1940: captured by the Germans with his ambulance co-drivers and became a WWII POW. Repatriated several months later.
• Holder of the France’s Croix de Guerre.
• Late 1940, became a member of England’s Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve. Volunteered for the Royal Navy Unexploded Bomb Department shortly afterwards.
• December 1941, one of the first to defuse a Japanese UXO. Awarded his first Navy Cross.
• 1942 Jan 04: LT Kauffman returns to Washington D.C. and established the US Navy Bomb Disposal School; 1942 Jan 23 First U.S. Navy Bomb Disposal class convened at Washington Navy Yard.
• 1944, Kauffman drew from the ranks of the US Navy Bomb Disposal School to begin what would be the predecessor of UDT/SEAL, Naval Combat Demolition Unit.
• Later in 1944 and ’45, Kauffman would conduct several combat demolition operations in the Pacific Theater, earning his second Navy Cross for actions specific to Saipan.
• Just prior to the surrender of the Japanese in Tokyo Bay, Kauffman led a team to ensure the bay was safe from possible kamikaze boat attacks during the surrender ceremony.
• 13 October 1945: the UDT veil of secrecy was lifted when a Saturday Evening Post article entitled “They Hit the Beach in Swim Trunks” was published.
• In 1946, 13 years after graduating Naval Academy, Kauffman finally became a Regular Naval Officer.
• 1946, Kauffman participated in some of the first Bikini Atoll nuclear tests.
• August 1946, organized and commanded the U.S. Navy Radiological Safety School.
• 1947, Finally became a Line Officer in the Regular Navy.
• 1948, Kauffman took command of his first Destroyer, the USS Gearing.
• 1960, Promoted to Admiral.
• 1970, Last tour of duty was as Commandant of the Ninth Naval District, Great Lakes Naval Training Center.
Multiple Sources: America’s First Frogman – Elizabeth Kauffman Bush, Wikipedia, Retired Naval Colleagues
BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911
Tuesday, May 12th, 2015
The BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911 is the product of a collaboration between Wilson Combat and the experiences of the BCMGUNFIGHTER Instructors. A limited production offering, the BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911 is designed to handle like a race gun with the dependability of a BCM rifle.
Each BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911 is the result of over 30 hours of custom hand work and precision machining, built and inspected by the team at Wilson Combat to insure the highest standards of quality.
The BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911 features:
– 5″ stainless match grade barrel & bushing, hand fit
– 3 1/2 lb – 3 3/4 lb trigger pull
– Wilson Combat Battlesight with tritium front night sight
– 5″ carbon steel slide
– High-Ride Bullet Proof beavertail grip safety
– Bullet Proof thumb safety
– Bullet proof one piece X-Tac magwell
– Tactical accessory rail
Additionally, the BCMGUNFIGHTER 1911 has X-Tac pattern front strap and slide serrations, exclusive G10 X-Tac grips, and comes with an accuracy guarantee of 1″ at 25 yards, with an included target.
