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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Overlap Cummerbund

Friday, July 22nd, 2016

This week we are going to give you an update on a great FirstSpear product, the Overlap Cummerbund. Its rapid adoption among State and Federal Law Enforcement agencies along with positive customer feedback has pushed FirstSpear to incorporate the Overlap Cummerbund as the new standard cummerbund on flagship plate carriers like the Strandhögg and Assaulter Armor Carrier.

Originally, developed at the request of a FS Professional User, the Overlap Cummerbund is designed to provide additional overlapping soft armor at the front side of the plate carrier where the Tubes closure system meets. The additional soft armor tucks in behind the Tubes allowing full opening and closing of the vest.

The Overlap Cummerbund has been modified so that the body side allows for the attachment of Ragnar Pockets. This means that magazines and other items can be held in close to the body, providing a more streamlined silhouette, a benefit to users who are working in or from a vehicle, conducting tubular assaults, or who simply wish to carry more magazines than a traditional front loading carrier would allow.

Features:
-Soft armor inserts extend behind the tube and overlap the body of the plate carrier, while still allowing full functionality of the Tube system.
-Body side of cummerbund now has loop allowing you to attach pockets from the Ragnar Pocket Suite (our full Velcro backed pockets)
-The back bungee cord has been replaced with Velcro and stretch material.

www.first-spear.com

OAF Currency Poster

Friday, July 22nd, 2016

You’ve probably seen the operator artwork based on various denominations of US currency by @Plan_B_Actual. They are quite clever. Elusive so far, you can now own your own version.

OAF has set up a collaboration and this poster is the first of many planned between OAF Nation and @Plan_B_Actual. Get your filthy paws on this bad Larry ASAP and pay homage to one of the most trappinest leaders our country has ever known; Benjamin Freebandz

shop.oafnation.com

Remington Announces New Worldwide Distribution Center

Friday, July 22nd, 2016

Madison, NC — Remington Outdoor Company (ROC) announces the July 25, 2016, opening of its new worldwide distribution center in Southaven, Mississippi.

The Southaven distribution center is a model for others with exceptionally strong management capabilities, extensive logistics and transportation infrastructure, key geographic proximity and the full support of the community from local elected officials, to city and county management, to the local workforce that will lead this operation in world class fashion.

“We are looking forward to a great partnership with the state of Mississippi and the wonderful community of Southaven,” said ROC CEO Jim (“Marco”) Marcotuli. “Specifically, I would like to thank the Desoto County and Southaven Economic and Planning Development Offices, Southaven City Officials, Proventure Real Estate, Ozburn Hessey Logistics (OHL/MHR), , Colliers International and also Panattoni Development Company for their hard work and dedication, without which this crucial investment would not have occurred.”

www.remington.com

30 Seconds Out – No One Is Coming Tshirt

Thursday, July 21st, 2016

This has understandably become a very popular t-shirt.

thirtysecondsout.com/products/t-shirt-no-one-is-coming

TNVC Announces Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner for Helmets by 4D Tactical

Thursday, July 21st, 2016

The Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner by 4D Tactical, is available exclusively at TNVC. It offers the most technologically advanced and comfortable suspension system available for any combat helmet. Originally developed for USSOCOM, the Zero G pads meet and exceed specification for ACH Blunt Impact and Ballistic Protection – even exceeding current standard issue, OEM, and aftermarket suspension system offerings (according to independent and DoD lab testing (USMC SMART-TE ACH Test). What’s more; the Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner is the most comfortable set of pads available. Let’s repeat that: THE MOST COMFORTABLE SET OF PADS AVAILABLE.

The Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner is a rate and temperature sensitive material that conforms to the wearer’s unique head shape. The materials provide unparalleled comfort, fit, and stability. All pads are covered in a heat and moisture wicking NanoTech anti-microbial fabric. It is designed to draw perspiration away from the head and will actually cool the wearer through this evaporative process. The Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner is Berry Amendment (10 U.S.C 2533a) Compliant.

The Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner was spec’d with input from TNVC to be the ultimate in warfighter comfort and protection. Based on 4D Tactical’s excellent Zero G Standard Kits, the Deluxe Retrofit Combat Liner contains more pads for more complete coverage. All pads are independent of each other for complete customization and compatibility with other head-borne mission critical gear. Once installed, the pads conform to each other, creating the feeling of a single, soft insert, eliminating hot spots of pad contact during extended wear.

This is the best investment you can make in your helmet!

tnvc.com/shop/4d-tactical-zero-g-deluxe-retrofit-combat-liner

Smith & Bradley goes Full Circle To Change The Tactical Watch Game

Thursday, July 21st, 2016

illumination

Winter Park, Florida, July 11, 2016 – The evolution of the outdoor and tactical watch is upon us. The roll-out of the SANS-13 Evolution on Kickstarter is going to make some serious waves in the watch world. Smith & Bradley went back to the drawing board with the SANS-13 lead by watch designer/engineer Jerommie Smith and input from their customers across the outdoor and tactical community. Smith & Bradley developed the best engineered watch in the marketplace with the industries BEST ILLUMINATION technology–period

The illumination technology is set to be on par with tritium with a powerful glow lasting for at least 6-8 hours in darkness. The polymer used for illumination was once a “Lume Tube” is now a “Lume Plate” for way more power and much longer glow. The Polymer Lume Plates are sure to shake up the tactical watch market.

Other Technical Features include:

  • A Ronda Swiss 505 Quartz Movement, 1 Jewel, 45 month Battery Life
  • Crystal: Sapphire with Anti-Reflective Coating
  • Case: 4mm, 316L Stainless Steel
  • Caseback: 316L Stainless Steel
  • Bracelet: 24mm, 316 Stainless Steel Screw Bar for each link
  • Crown: 7mm with Inner Seal
  • Crown Tube: Dual O-Ring Seal
  • Dial: Sandwich Dial with Polymer Lume Plate Background
  • Hands: Lume Plate integrated into hands
  • Oh Yeah, you can back it now for $250.00 on Kickstarter. Luminox should be nervous.

    www.kickstarter.com/projects/267350314/sans-13-evolution-watch-by-smithandbradley

    For The Ladies – First Tactical’s Women’s Collection Page

    Thursday, July 21st, 2016

    First Tactical is excited to announce the launch of the Women’s Collection Page. This page has been created to house all their women’s products for Public Safety Professionals.

    Designed for durability over a lifetime of action and crafted to wear comfortably in the field, First Tactical’s Advanced Women’s Fit addresses the specific needs of women’s tactical clothing by providing a contoured cut for a specialized solution.

    First Tactical prides itself on not selling undersized men’s clothing for women. Their women’s products are tapered and curved for a professional and ergonomic fit that allows them to perform their duties with excellence.

    Check out the full Women’s Collection Page at www.firsttactical.com/collections/womens-all.

    TYR Tactical Response Kits

    Thursday, July 21st, 2016

    TYR Tactical has just launched two Response Kits which are only available for purchase by law enforcement officers with valid ID.

    These kits consist of plate carriers and in-conjunction hard armor plates for use over existing soft armor vests. In the case of Kit A, you’ll also get soft armor backers for the plates. Either carrier can be quickly donned when threat level increases to go beyond soft armor protection. Ample MOLLE/PALS webbing give you the ability to add additional, mission specific, pouches. The both also use TYR’s PV material which offers significant weight reduction with increased resistance to abrasion. PV has been tested to have 7-10 times higher abrasion resistance than standard mil-spec nylon. PV also enhances the ballistic attributes of armor within the vest. Antimicrobial/FR treated padded spacer mesh is used internally for comfort.

    TYR Tactical Basic Plate Carrier-M Law Enforcement Kit A

    FEATURES:
    • Fixed Side Buckle Closure
    • NEW 1.5” Low Profile Shoulder Pads with easy front to back overlapping adjustment
    • PALS Webbing for MOLLE Attachment
    • Reinforced Horizontal Drag Handle
    • Average Weight: 1.50 lbs Carrier Only
    • Includes Certified T52/SP Soft Armor Level II NIJ0101.06 Specifications
    • Qty.2 TYR Tactical Hard Armor Level 3+ I/C Plates (TYR-HA3/7)
    • Level III+ protection when worn in conjunction with designated soft armor. “In-conjunction” plates are designed to stop a specified threat within the soft armor & plate combination. NOT TO BE WORN ALONE

    Multi- Hit In-Conjunction Plate Specs:
    • 5.56 x 45mm – M855 (Green Tip)
    • 5.56 x 45mm – M193 Ball
    • 5.56 x 45mm – SS109
    • 5.45 x 39mm – AK74
    • 7.62 x 51mm – NATO M80 Ball
    • 7.62 x 39mm – Mild Steel Core

    Plate Dimensions:
    • Medium: 10.5″x12.75” Plate Pocket
    • Large: 11.25″x13.5” Plate Pocket
    • Wt. 3.62 lbs. (Medium Plate)
    • Dim:.5” Thick

    TYR Tactical Basic Plate Carrier-M Law Enforcement Kit B

    FEATURES:
    • Fixed Side Buckle Closure
    • NEW 1.5” Low Profile Shoulder Pads with easy front to back overlapping adjustment
    • PALS Webbing for MOLLE Attachment
    • Reinforced Horizontal Drag Handle
    • Average Weight: 1.50 lbs Carrier Only
    • Qty.2 Stand-Alone TYR Tactical® LTC 27400 Plate (TYR-LTC27400)
    • Ballistic Protection to NIJ III and NIJ IV when in conjunction with existing officer’s armor.

    In-Conjunction Plate Specs:
    • .30-06 – M2 AP
    • 5.56 x 45mm – M855 (Green Tip)
    • 5.56 x 45mm – M193 Ball
    • 5.56 x 45mm – SS109
    • 7.62 x 39mm – Ball/Steel Core
    • 7.62 x 39mm – API Type 56
    • 7.62 x 54Rmm – L/LPS/B-32API

    Plate Dimensions:
    • Composition: High-Density Alumina Ceramic Core (AI203)
    • Cover: Backed with Layered Woven Aramid Fiber
    • Dimensions: 12”L x 9.5”W
    • Thickness: .5”
    • Weight: 5.85 lbs.
    • Shape: Single-Curved, Shooters Cut shape
    • Size: Medium

    For more information, visit www.tyrtactical.com.