Archive for July, 2017
Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag
Monday, July 3rd, 2017WeatherWool Updates WarriorWool Program
Monday, July 3rd, 2017We initially mentioned WeatherWool’s WarriorWool program last March. It enables donors to provide Al’s Anoraks to members of specific units of the US Military. WarriorWool donors can choose their recipient from the Navy SEALs, as well as the recently added Air Force Arctic Survival School or the Army’s 10th Mountain Division. Oftentimes, the benefactor receives a call or a note from the service member who receives the donated Anorak.
Al’s Anorak is made from American wool. They tell me they start with American sheep eating American grass and are a sheep to shirt operation. Yes, they are expensive. This is because they are American made in small batches from expensive fabric. However, the WarriorWool donation Anoraks are $350 rather than the $575 to purchase a personal Anorak.
Al’s Anorak incorporates a side zip, large kangaroo pocket, zippered phone pocket, zippered interior pocket, slotted buttons on the sleeve cuffs and front V opening, and an adjustable hood. It’s offered in sizes Small – 3XLarge.
After seeing Bill McConnell wear it on the Discovery Channel show, ‘Dual Survival’, I purchased one for myself at the 2016 NRA Show. The quality is great and the features are top notch, but I got the heavyweight model and that is a good description. Except in a pouring rain, I can wear it as an outer garment and I’m toasty down to freezing with merino underlayers but it is heavy. Venting under exertion is easy thanks to the side zip and button front. Additionally, the material is hardwearing.
The Anorak is available in FullWeight Fabric in BLACK, DRAB, DUFF and LYNX Pattern. It is also available in MidWeight Fabric in BLACK, DRAB and LYNX Pattern.
Inglorious Amateurs – OTS Spy Tech Print
Monday, July 3rd, 2017Inglorious Amateurs works to perpetuate the history of the Central Intelligence Agency at an unclassified or declassified level. Occasionally, they offer items for sale, to this end.
The Office of Technical Services produced several comic book cover prints for its 50th anniversary in 2001, this Cold War era “Spy Techs” comic being one of them. Originally inspired by the old Spy Hunters comic books from the 1950s, it depicts a Technical Services Division (given the year) or Office of Technical Services Technical Operations Officer conducting a technical operation against foreign forces. This is a very cool momento of Intel history.
The prints are mounted on a foam backer board and available for pre-order until July 9, 2017. Any orders for prints (and combined products with them) will be shipped approximately on July 17th, 2017.
Acronymjutsu
Sunday, July 2nd, 2017Acronym is a German clothing brand known for their innovative design. Acronym offers their clothing in a seasonal basis, with new designs coming twice a year. This video showcases the features of their J1A-GT Jacket amd gives you an idea of the type of innovation they put into their work.
Stuff I Like – Stretch Operator Shirt By Black Diamond
Sunday, July 2nd, 2017During a recent trip to Ottawa I purchased this short sleeved shirt at Mountain Coop. I really like the construction and materials. It’s made from a slightly stretchy and quite confortable, blended cotton twill (150 g/m2, 68% cotton, 27% polyester, 5% spandex) which combines with underarm panels designed to keep the shirt from riding up during a reach. Additionally, it uses slotted buttons and features a low profile, inset chest pocket.
Offered in Burnt Olive (seen above), Slate (I purchased the Grey hued option) and Denim (the color, not the fabric). Sizes are limited at blackdiamondequipment.coml so you may need to check retailers like Amazon, Backcountry and Moosejaw.
Yeti – LOADOUT Bucket
Sunday, July 2nd, 2017Yep, it’s an injection molded 5 gallon bucket from Yeti, made from the same material as their durable coolers. It’s not insulated but what it does have, is a grippy rubber bottom and will support a load of 300 lbs. Accessories include a utility belt, an interior caddy and a watertight lid.
This is the Desert Tan version, but there are other colors will be available as well.
Coming this Fall.
Rockwell Tactical 2nd Annual EDC Conference
Sunday, July 2nd, 2017Rockwell Tactical Group still has some seats open for their 2nd Annual Every Day Carry Conference.
We started this last year with the goal of getting information out to people who carry a gun every day or those that are planning to start. We cover the mindset of being armed, PA specific laws, medical gear, methods of carrying life saving gear, police interactions, as well as issues pertaining to vehicles, women, parents and more.
With a sold out room, we decided to bring it back for a second year. Speakers this year include Nate Murr of Kinetic Development Group, Adam Kraut and Josh Prince of Firearms Industry Consulting Group, the lovely Tac Tissy, our favorite nerd -The Functional Gentleman, Doc Hugo Canedo, Joe Piazza of Viper Holsters as well as RTG Instructors Garry Marr, Dave Bolton and Abby Ross.
The culmination of the presentations will feature a Q&A panel discussion that will be led by Jon Patton of the Gun Collective.
Follow the link below and head on over to the Doubletree resort in Lancaster, PA on July 8 for an information packed day, and possibly win some of the door prizes that include some great EDC gear as well as some training classes.
www.shop.rockwelltactical.com/2017-Everyday-Carry-Conference-July-8-2017-Lancaster-PA-20170708-edc
ETS – C.A.M. Pistol Magazine Loader
Sunday, July 2nd, 2017THE FASTEST, AND MOST COMPACT, MAGAZINE LOADER THAT LOADS IN SECONDS.
For Immediate Release
June 30, 2017: The ETS Group is proud to announce the release of their new C.A.M Magazine Loader. Our new C.A.M. Loader makes loading magazines easier than ever before. With our patent-pending load system, you can load any 9mm and .40 cal magazines (single stack or double stack) without any damage to the feedlips. Simply run the feed-ramp over a tray of ammo and pick-up 10 rounds at a time. Attach the ammo plunger and push down—it’s as simple as that. Load 10 rounds in less than a second and spend less time loading and more time shooting.
FEATURES
• Loads 9mm or .40 cal pistol magazines
• Loader easily picks up rounds directly from the ammo tray
• Fits most pistol magazines, including single stacks
• Does NOT force rounds through the feedlips, so it won’t damage the magazine in any way
• Made from a durable polymer that will hold up to wear and tear
• Portable and fits easily into your range bag or your pocket
• Lifetime warranty
PRICE: $49.99
ETS’s C.A.M. Magazine Loader is available now at www.etsgroup.us.
About ETS Group
Established in 2014, Elite Tactical Systems Group’s (ETS) goal is to provide customers with innovative products by utilizing cutting-edge design, materials, and manufacturing processes to create the best, most rugged, clear polymer magazines. We are proud to offer durable, top-quality, American-made products built to withstand the rigors of combat and heavy-duty use.
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