This is a first look at the Invictus combat uniform in Kryptek Highlander.
Archive for 2015
Sneak Peek – Invictus Alliance Group Combat Uniform in Kryptek
Friday, January 23rd, 2015SHOT Show – Winkler Knives
Friday, January 23rd, 2015The Ranger and Ranger Breaching axes share a very distinctive feature. The shape of the axe head is based on an original hatchet used by a member of Roger’s Rangers in the early 1700s. It was found Fort Wentworth in New Hampshire.
The steel is 80CRV2 and they are available in any of Winkler’s finishes such as the Tan Micarta on the Breaching or the rubber on the Ranger. Naturally, the Breaching element of the breaching model is a distinct element.
SHOT Show – Propper Introduces AR 670-1 Compliant Boot
Friday, January 23rd, 2015Propper International has launched an entire line of duty footwear comprised of three series with two styles each. Primarily we are concerned with Series 300 which includes waterproof and hot weather versions. Both are AR 670-1 compliant and Berry Compliant to mil-spec.
Made from full grain flesh out cowhide and 1000D Cordura, they’ve also incorporated a slip and oil resistant Vibram Outsole. This sole incorporates V40 technology for braking during fast roping.
Propper has put a lot into the sole system of the Series 300, working for two years to perfect the boot according to Pavan Singh, footwear consultant to Propper. The entire line is built on a consistent US last so that no matter which Series you choose, you’ll use the same size boot. Cushioning is provided by a poly ethylene compound in the mid-sole which works in conjunction with Polyethylene stability plate. The anatomical athletic footbed is designed specifically to provide arch support which is combined with a separate sizing insole which works as a lift or wedge to further customize fit.
The boot is lined with Dri-Lex and offers two drain holes along the instep for the Hot Weather model while the Waterproof version is also lined with GORE-TEX. The Series 300 boots feature NATO speed lacing and Aegis anti-microbial lining.
Look for the Series 300 boot to hit shelves before the fiscal clock rolls over at that end of September, just in time to wear these Coyote boots with your new OCP ACUs. This is a good looking boot and I was impressed by the out of the box cushion I experienced while briefly trying them out. There is plenty of room in the tow box for me yet my heel wasn’t swimming in the cup.
FirstSpear Friday Focus – The Forager
Friday, January 23rd, 2015Last night I got my hands on a prototype cap from FirstSpear called the Forager. If you know your history, a forage cap was so named because it was worn while a Cavalryman foraged for feed for his horse. Over time, it was the common name for a cap worn in lieu of full dress hats, as in a field cap. To me, it’s a modernized patrol cap.
FirstSpear has been kicking this thing around for about six months but with so many projects in the works, hasn’t gotten around to finalizing it. The second I saw it, I wanted one. It has a very innovative design with interesting lines that are square up front but assume the curve of the head as it goes back. There are several other cool features. For instance, the bill can be folded to stuff in a pocket. Additionally, it has a large pile section in front for patches and slots for eyepro storage; front or rear.
The one-size-fits-most design has a miniature hook adjustment for size with just a little of stretch built into the band. The interior is lined with mesh for comfort and there are vents located around the sides of the Forager.
Made from Softshell material like used in the Squadron Smock, I’ve seen models in Coyote and MultiCam but I hear there are also a few in Black out there.
There is no release date for the Forager since it’s still a concept design but I thought it would be really cool to show you something that is in the works. Hopefully, FirstSpear agrees.
SHOT Show – GLOCK
Friday, January 23rd, 2015
Perhaps generating the biggest buzz at the Glock booth was the new MOS or Modular Optic System pistols. The fairly recent trend of mounting miniature reflex optics to pistols has prompted Glock to offer their own optic-ready slides for various Glock pistol models.
Seen above is the Glock 34 MOS. The 34 is a long slide 9x19mm Glock, which has seen use in many competitive shooting events, making it a perfect fit for the new MOS line. The slides come standard with a removable cover plate, for use without an optic, as well as the necessary Torx wrench and screws. The MOS also comes with four adapter plates to accommodate most popular optic models.
Currently, the G34 Gen4, G35 Gen4, G41 Gen4, and G40 Gen4 are the four models slated to come out in the MOS configuration, although if the MOS line turns out to be popular enough it’s likely Glock would expand the MOS slides to other models. We were also told that currently the MOS has to be purchased as a complete pistol and the slides will not be sold separately. They are set to ship shortly after the completion of SHOT Show.
SHOT Show – Koda Adventure Gear
Friday, January 23rd, 2015If you want to put junior in the latest camp clothing, you might want to check out Koda Adventure Gear. They offer Typhon and Highlander patterns and all of the styles are fully functional such as waterproofness and insulation.
These pants have double seat and knees just like dad’s but also include a growth stitch which offers an additional 3″ of growth.
SHOT Show – Kryptek Pontus
Friday, January 23rd, 2015As soon as Pontus was released last year, folks were interested in dive gear. Well, here it is!
This regulator has 30 hours on it and the pattern is going strong.
They also have done it in Typhon.
SHOT Show – Custom Gun Rails
Friday, January 23rd, 2015Custom Gun Rails has introduced a new line of PVC rail covers for use with KeyMod. They’ve got over 300 designs to choose but get this, they are magnetic so once you own the rail cover you can select different plates.
They also offer laser engraved plates as well as fixed design models for use with Picatinny rails.
