Today at 1300 Mountain Time Mystery Ranch will release the Special Blend versions of the Gunfighter in both 14 and 24 liter options.
Based on the Gunfighter daypacks in the Mission line, the SB variant features a MultiCam Black paint job with Black webbing, zippers, buckles, and pulls. Materials are exactly like you’ll see in the Mission line: 330D Cougar Nylon with DWR and PU coatings and IR complaint fabric and YKK zippers.
I got a chance to take a look at a 14 liter version. The top flap does not integrate a pocket but there’s a small two compartment zippered pocket on the lower back of the pack.
The unique zipper arrangement combines features of both top and panel loaders for access to the main compartment.
Interestingly, the zipper pulls for the lower flap are fitted with toggles which helps get them open or closed quickly.
The pack integrates both a laser cut PALS field on either side as well as stretch water bottle pockets.
They have also added a padded laptop sleeve to the interior of the pack which will accept up to a 15″ screen.
The suspension is comfortable, with padded back and ergonomic shoulder straps, sternum strap, and removable 1″ waist strap. Internally there is an HDPE frame sheet.
Finally, this American made bag is tagged with a production information and flag.
The first 600 packs sold will include a custom Morale Patch. Based on previous launches, they’ll sell pretty quickly.