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HSGI Releases LEO Family

Monday, August 1st, 2016

SWANSBORO, North Carolina – July 29, 2016 – High Speed Gear has a history of producing some of the most versatile tactical pouches and platforms in the industry. A proven performer, HSGI continues to show tremendous popularity in the law enforcement and military markets worldwide. Our lengthy list of top tier operators includes U.S. and allied special forces, state and local tactical units, and federal agencies.

Designed specifically at the request of local and foreign law enforcement agencies, High Speed Gear is proud to release the Handcuff TACO – Covered, the LEO TACO, the LEO TACO – Covered and the Stun Gun TACO.

As with the original, the Handcuff TACO – Covered will hold almost any brand or style of handcuffs, but now can also accommodate oversized cuffs. The flapped design provides additional security and meets the needs of some departments that the original doesn’t. This pouch is also ideal for field compasses, tins and other similarly shaped items.

The LEO TACO and LEO TACO – Covered offers a versatile two-in-one platform, combining our Pistol TACO and Handcuff TACO to meet a large variety of law enforcement needs. The LEO TACO will hold almost any combination of pistol mags/small flashlights/multitools and handcuffs/field compasses/tins.

Although our customers will find many uses for this pouch, the Stun Gun TACO was designed for law enforcement officers who needed a TACO-style solution for the X26 and X2 Tasers. The rigid webbing sides allow it to expand while still providing a sturdy and stable shape to securely hold most stun gun models. This pouch features an adjustable Velcro retention strap for increased security. The Stun Gun TACO is also compatible with many personal radio communications devices.

The Handcuff TACO – Covered, LEO TACO, LEO TACO – Covered and Stun Gun TACO are available now, in both MOLLE and belt-mounted versions.

Made 100% in the USA, Battle Proven Tactical Nylon Gear™. For more information, visit www.highspeedgear.com.

USSOCOM Awards Contract To Gentex For Advancement Of Headborne Systems Technologies

Monday, August 1st, 2016

It appears that USSOCOM has issued multiple contracts in response to their Broad Agency Announcement issued earlier this year to refine requirements for the next generation SOF helmet. The latest award is to Gentex, and we assume, much of the work to be accomplished by their Ops-Core business unit. The BAA can be seen below.

Revision

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Ops-Core FAST helmets have been SOCOM issue for many years and the fruits of this contract will be used by Natick to help  refine requirements for the next generation SOF helmet.  


Contract Award Dollar Amount: $370,365.51 Plus Option CLINs valued at $464,607.00.

The announcement is found at www.FBO.gov as long as they keep it there. Earlier award announcements to others have been deleted.

Blue Force Gear – Standard AK Sling

Monday, August 1st, 2016

If you’re looking for an AK Sling, we can’t think of a better option than Blue Force Gear’s Standard AK Sling which includes a Molded Universal Wire Loop threaded onto the front of the sling. The UWL’s nylon coated aircraft grade stainless steel cable allows it to attach to the elongated eyelet on the handguard retainer or gas block quietly and securely.

Fits AK-47, AK-74, or other AKM style rifles with front sling loops. The sling can be instantly lengthened and shortened with no sling tail to get caught or parts to break, allowing for close, secure weapon retention that can be carried all day, but instantly lengthened to be shouldered and fired without removing the weapon or untangling the sling.

As a tribute to the famed Russian “plum” furniture and magazines of the late 1980s, the plum hardware on OD Green and Coyote Brown slings are limited editions. There is also a Black model with standard hardware.

www.blueforcegear.com/ak-sling

Sneak Peek – Mayflower Jungle Pouch Suite

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Mayflower/Velocity Systems have been hard at work developing their jungle offerings.

Featuring Helium Whisper backers, a mix of materials for durability, top attaching points, Fastex buckles and Belcro closure, side PALS webbing, and side bungie securing loops (aka PLCE).

Parts yet to come: true canteen pouch, H-suspenders, belt, but pack, kidney pouches and 40mm hangers.

MATBOCK Monday || Rapid IFAK Deployment Pouch

Monday, August 1st, 2016

The Rapid IFAK Deployment (RID) pouch was specifically designed to support post assault operations when dealing with an active shooter. The pouch is designed to hold 7 x Phokus Research Group “Shield Kits” for immediate care as well as a MATBOCK J-LIFT or 5 Shield Kits and an S-LIFT (internal products sold separately).

It can be worn as a stand-alone fanny pack or cross chest attachment, MOLLE or mounted to an operator’s belt. The versatile design allows for endless possibilities to support the operators needs.

The Shield Series was originally developed for individuals who carry a gun but do not wear body armor. The Shield Trauma Kit is a versatile pocket-sized bleed kit.

SHIELD TRAUMA KIT (STK) Includes:
Combat Gauze®, SWAT-T Tourniquet, and Medical Tape (each weigh 8oz)

RID Pouch Weighs: 7oz

www.matbock.com/products/rid-pouch

Colt Unveils A New Expanse M4 – The CE2000

Monday, August 1st, 2016

For those of you not in the know, the Colt Expanse for Colt is essentially what the M&P-15 Sport is for Smith & Wesson; a reasonably-priced, baseline AR which functions as a good starting rifle, or a decent backup gun. The comparison is even more accurate, given the press release below announces that a new model of the Expanse, the CE2000, is now available with a dust cover and forward assist, just like the Sport II added a dust cover and forward assist over the original Sport. As they say, those who don’t learn from history…

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (July 29, 2016) – Colt, designer and manufacturer of the M4 carbine and M16 rifle, is excited to announce a new chapter in the evolution of it’s popular Expanse™ M4 carbine line with the release of the new upgraded model CE2000.

Expanse CE2000 RH

“This was a natural move for us,” said Justin Baldini, Product Director for Colt. “We simply listened to what our customers and our Colt Stocking Dealers were telling us, and the story was simple. Folks want the added features of a real Colt dust cover and forward assist, and they want it to come that way from the factory.”

And Colt did just that. Building on what made the original Expanse™ M4 model CE1000 special – the same Colt forgings, bolt, and other parts used on the rest of the Colt M4 line – the new Colt Expanse™ M4 model CE2000 is upgraded to include a Colt dust cover and forward assist.

“We couldn’t be happier to deliver to our customers exactly what they want,” said Paul Spitale, Senior VP at Colt. “It’s a proud moment to be able to build on the success we’ve had with the Expanse™ M4 in a way that provides an even better ownership experience to the discerning firearms enthusiast.”

Expanse Cover Assist SM

With this latest model in the Expanse™ M4 line, Colt continues it’s efforts to put a quality AR-15® within easy reach of the modern sportsman. The Expanse™ M4 is a great point of entry for an enthusiast looking to build the modern sporting rifle of their dreams or a collector who wants an authentic Colt. The Expanse™ M4 in 5.56 x 45 NATO (.223 Rem.) delivers a true Colt quality experience at an exceptional value. The Expanse™ M4 model CE2000 retails for $749.

www.colt.com

Platatac SR Jungle ALICE Pack

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Designed for a Special Reconnaisaane unit specializing in jungle warfare, Platatac’s SR Jungle ALICE Pack is an external frame pack, made from DWR coated and PU backed 500D Cordura.

Dimensions:
-Main compartment 480mm (H) x 380mm (W) x 270mm (D) 49L
-4 x long pocket 300mm (H) x 110mm (D) x 170mm (W) 5.61L
-MOLLE admin pouch 150mm (H) x 110mm (D) x 170mm (W) 2.8L
-Bottom compartment 190mm (L) x 60mm (D) x 290mm (W) 3.3L
-Lid compartment 220mm (L) x 80mm (D) x 300mm (W) 5.28L
-MOLLE admin pouch 150mm (H) x 110mm (D) x 170mm (W) 2.8L

Features:
-Weighs 2.49kg (pack only)
-Lid pouch with waterproof zip access and covered zip access
-Removable lid for OP Kit/Go Bag with shoulder strap
-Dual waterproof zip hydration/comms ports
-Velcro opening on lid for marker panels
-Internal zippered side pockets for bladders or long items such as tri-pods
-Carry handle
-Elasticised lid to neatly cover excess items stowed on top of main compartment
-Roll top closure
-Elastic shock cord with attachment points on the lid and base of pack
-2 x external pockets
-2 x columns 20mm daisy chains for external attachment of gear
-2 x internal hydration sleeves
-Internal radio cradle
-3 x internal zippered mesh pockets
-Internal horizontal zippered divider
-Bottom compartment access
-Bottom pouch with drawstring and clip closure made in 1000D nylon
-Full external PAL/MOLLE covering
-Accepts ALICE, 1606 and TYR Frames
-500 / 1000 Denier DWR treated nylon
-YKK zips with paracord pulls
-ITW hardware

Offered as just the SR Jungle Pack or as a combo, Ranger Green or MultiCam. You can choose ALICE frame or 1606 MOLLE frame.

www.platatac.com/platatac-sr-jungle-alice-pack

www.platatac.com/platatac-sr-jungle-alice-pack-combo

Now Shipping – TD Exclusive Black Khard 30 Packs

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Tactical Distributors is offering the popular Arc’teryx LEAF Khard 30 pack in the never-before-available Black color.

In addition to the limited edition bag (only 330 in the USA and 500 Total world wide), TD is offering “Pimp Your Khard Pack” giving the customer three options: Neon Green, Red or Grey. You will get 5.5 Feet of shock cord and barrel lock for the back of the pack, 4.5 feet of Shock cord for the top of the pack and a #’ed patch matching the color. There are only 110 of each color.

www.tacticaldistributors.com/collections/arcteryx-leaf/products/arcteryx-leaf-khard-30-pack-black-td-exclusive