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Mystery Ranch – RFAK Is Now Available

Friday, March 11th, 2016

If you’re like me, you’re asking yourself, “what is in RFAK?” Turns out, the answer is simpler than I thought.

The new Removable First Aid Kit (RFAK) replaces the MR IFAK and was created at the request of a rather well known guy out of Camp Lejeuene.  It’s named Removable because it incorporates an insert which holds the medical items and can be removed from the pouch. 

 

Inside the RFAK, the medical contents are contained in an expandable bundle with elastic webbing and held to the pouch with velcro. The outside container is essentially a durable shell for the contents. A pull of the handle allows quick, one-handed access to all the contents. This allows for easier and quicker self-aid or handing off to a buddy.

  

Available Coyote, OD and MultiCam, the RFAK is available from www.mysteryranch.com/RFAK.

FirstSpear Friday Focus – Bullfrog

Friday, March 11th, 2016

For this week’s Friday Focus, we’re taking a look at the FS Bullfrog.

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The Bullfrog is one of the latest in FirstSpear’s line of user driven Maritime Plate Carriers, designed to fill the role of a passive/slightly positive approach for a Maritime Carrier, as requested by select FirstSpear end users. In that regard, the Bullfrog utilizes a unique foam insert that has been environmentally sealed in a watertight nylon laminate; the foams have been constructed in specific layers and densities so that the maximum amount of flexibility with the lowest possible amount of bulk is achieved.

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The Bullfrog also utilizes the FS standard Buoyancy Compensators in the front and rear, which provide 5 lbs. of lift each, and is also adaptable to the belt mounted TFSS Flotation system, or various Flotation Collars. The Bullfrog is best paired with either FS’ Neutrally Buoyant Ballistic Plate, or the FS Patrol Plate.

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Currently available in Coyote, in either Medium or Large SAPI plate cut.

www.first-spear.com – Bullfrog

Skidplate

FirstSpear also wanted to take this opportunity to introduce the Skid Plate. The Skid Plate is an accessory designed for SAPI Plate Carriers, used for long-term high abrasion-resistant protection for plate carriers exposed to the abuse from caving ladders and other cable assist climbing implements. Despite the appearance and feel of the high tenacity fibers used in the construction of the Skid Plate, it is not ballistic. It’s also only available in black.

www.first-spear.com – Skid Plate

Center Line Systems Mother Canteen Carrier

Friday, March 11th, 2016

Available from Heavy Cover Inc, the Center Line Systems Mother Canteen Carrier will carry all of your survival essentials in one bag, hence the name ‘Mother’ as in ‘the Mother of all Canteen Carriers’. As you can see, it will carry more than just you canteen.

It’s pretty bversatile and will fit the Heavy Cover Titanium Canteen and cup (with an additional slot for lid) as well as the old G.I. issue canteen, or Nalgene bottle. They’ve also incorporated two side pouches for IFAK, flashlight, knife/survival tool, cordage, food, water purification tablets/straw, etc. There is a center pouch for larger items such as shelter, bivy liner, fire starting kit, signals kit, cell phone, small child, etc. and bottom tie downs. The front and back both feature PALS webbing. Adjustable shoulder strap with removable Fastech buckles.

www.heavycoverinc.com/center-line-systems-mother-canteen-carrier-coyote

OVI / HPG Under Pack Belt

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

The Under Belt is a collaboration between OV Innovations and Hill People Gear.  Like the name says, this buckle-less design is a low profile pant belt, worn under a pack hip belt but it would be great for use under war/duty belts as well.  It differs slightly from the standard OVI model in that it’s made from double layer 1.5″ 17337 webbing.

 

Offered in Black and Coyote Brown in three sizes. Make sure you check the site to get the right one.

Available from ovinnovations.com/products/ovi-hpg-up-belt or www.hillpeoplegear.com.

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Thursday, March 10th, 2016

  
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Celox now available on eCat

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

Harrisburg, NC — March 9, 2016 – Combat Medical, a leading developer and distributor of tactical medical equipment and devices, today announced that it has added Celox™ hemorrhage control products to its Department of Defense contracts.

 

Celox™ is a range of hemostatic devices to control severe traumatic bleeding. All of the products use the same core proven technology and are applied in military medicine and by a range of emergency services including EMT, Law Enforcement, security service, Fire Departments as well as in workplace first aid and remote medicine around the globe.

Celox™ RAPID has been tested and stops arterial bleeding with minimal compression time. Independent laboratory testing on Celox RAPID has shown that this faster treatment significantly reduces blood loss compared to Combat Gauze*.

“We are extremely proud to add this to our eCat this contract,” said CMS President, Chris Murphy. “ECAT is an important channel of procurement for our customers and continues to strengthen our relationship with the DoD and the other federal agencies we support.”

Visit combatmedicalsystems.com

CAA USA Hires General Manager to Spearhead USA Growth Initiative

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

Dan Gaddis brings executive management experience in the tactical and shooting sports markets to drive marketing, sales and operations of CAA USA product line in the US markets.

Pompano Beach, Fla. (March 2016) – CAA USA, developers and manufacturers of advanced battle-tested firearms accessories, announce Dan Gaddis, industry veteran, to fill the new position of CAA USA General Manager.

“Dan Gaddis brings a wealth of experience including operations, marketing, P&L and budgeting to CAA USA,” LTC (Ret.) Mikey Hartman, CEO of CAA International and USA said. “Our US corporate strategies for 2016 will require an individual with a broad range of leadership experiences and abilities to focus on our goals and achieve results. We feel Dan has the credentials and experience to accomplish this task.”

“I am excited about the opportunity to take CAA USA up multiple notches and make it a well-known and highly desirable brand within the tactical and shooting sports markets,” Gaddis, the newly appointed General Manager added.

Gaddis previously held the Vice President of Operation/Merchandising/Marketing position with ASR/U.S. Cavalry based in Chattanooga, Tennesse and prior to that, a VP of Operation/Merchandising position with Quantico Tactical out of Aberdeen, North Carolina.

As the new GM for CAA USA, Dan will be responsible for implementing the CEO’s corporate strategies in the areas of marketing, planning, forecasting, accounting, operations and warehousing and sales.

RE Factor Tactical – Combat Weightlifting Belt

Thursday, March 10th, 2016

The Combat Weightlifting Belt was designed for the CrossFit Athlete or Powerlifter. It offers rigidity but online many belts with a traditional buckle system, the  The Combat Weightlifting Belt has a Velcro system for easy donning and doffing for fast transitions between training movements.

Mil-spec Cordura construction
4.25″ wide
Loop for hanging weight
Heavy duty metal link buckle
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Made in the USA by Brute Force Training

www.refactortactical.com/shop/combat-weightlifting-belt