I’ve got three cool things for you from Winkler.
First off, any Winkler knife is now available in a training version which is made from nonmarking plastic.
This is the new Extrication Axe. It’s longer and beefier than the Rescue Axe.
Finally, is a new version of the Dagger. This NSW Dagger has a rubber handle for grip.
Yeti has introduced three new kitchen-grade steel bottles.
Offered in 18, 36 and 64 oz models, the cap handles are large enough to get multiple fingers in for carriage. Additionally, they’ve introduced a double gasket system that keeps the liquid for days. This isn’t a backpacker’s bottle. It’s designed for working folks who normally destroy gear. Look for these mid-Spring.
The softsided Hopper is now available in a 40 quart version. A perfect pair for use with it, is the Yeti ice. It’s shatter proof, packs efficiently, is colder and lasts longer than traditional ice. Plus, it’s reusable.
You’ve got to visit Mystery Ranch in booth #7409. They are unveiling their new line of jump ready packs.
Kent will show you his missing tooth and his new jump packs. All you have to do is ask.
Offered in two versions, one with a leather sheath and one with a multi mode sheath, the Garberg is MoraKniv’s first full tang knife.
The 109mm long blade is made from 14C 28N Sanvic steel paired with a single mold polyamide handle that is very shock resistant. That handle means there are no spacers. It weighs 9.6 oz.
The multi mode sheath has several components including the sheath itself, a cradle which allows the sheath to be attached to PALS, belts, or more permanent fixture such as to a boat or vehicle, as well as a frog and Velcro mounting straps.
First Lite is well known for wool hunting wear. This year they’ve introduced aerowool which is a combination of merino wool and 37.5’s moisture wicking stranded poly. It dries three times as fast as merino. There are four new garments for hot weather.
This is the Minaret Crew and Dobson Boxer.
above is the Wilkin QZ which has a very deep zip front paired with the new 3/4 length Glenbrook 3/4 bottom.
During SOFIC last year I was invited by 5.11 Tactical to preview their HEXGRID technology. Much to my surprise, I saw some samples of the technology in their SHOT Show booth.
Like the name implies, HEXGRID consists of hexagon shaped holes in a substrate which will accept PALS compatible pouches. Due to the geometry, the pouches can be attached at several angles rather than just up and down.
This is the Spartan Harsey Folder which is a collaboration with Bill Harsey. These are the two base models. One is stone washed and the other is Black PVD coated body and blade with uncoated (shiny ) hardware.
Everything except the blade, pivot and stop pin are titanium. The 4″ blade is made from S35VN with and an overall length of 8-13/16″.
Available mid Februrary from www.spartanblades.com.
