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Friday, November 27th, 2015FirstSpear Friday Focus – Black Friday 2015
Friday, November 27th, 2015
FirstSpear is offering a few deals for Black Friday 2015. Orders of $100 or more qualify for free ground shipping. Orders of $150 or more receive a free long sleeve Skull shirt, and orders of $300 or more receive a free Field Shirt. This promotion will be available through 11/29/15. While supplies last.
TYR Tactical – Gunfighter Base Belt, Inner Belt
Thursday, November 26th, 2015
The TYR Tactical Gunfighter Base Belt, Inner Belt (TYR-GFBB002) was designed to be worn as a waist belt that provides a secure platform when interchanging your outer belt quickly. Attaches via 1.5” Velcro loop to the interior of the Gunfighter Belt (Sold Separately).
COMPATIBILITY:
o GFB110
o GFB111
o GFB112
FEATURES:
o Internally Sewn Poly for added strength
o Constructed with 500D Cordura
o Sizes SM-2XL
o Colors: Coyote Brown, Ranger Green, Black
Additionally, the first 100 Gunfighter Belts sold will receive the TYR Tactical Gunfighter Base Belt, Inner Belt FREE.
Outland Equipment – Kryptos K2 Knife
Thursday, November 26th, 2015
Outland’s Kryptos knife was developed with American Special Operations Forces as a knife for optimum concealed carry, swift and natural draw, and reliable retention. The handle’s shape and sheath profile was designed for discreet horizontal carry, and the sheath is ambidextrous for left or right-handed draw. The handle’s pinky hook is designed to give the user’s hand a secure location for a quick draw, and the handle also has jimping for additional bite. Included in the kit is an aluminum trainer with blunt edges and a rounded point. The trainer handle geometry and sheath draw match the live knife. Kryptos is available in both single and double edge versions.
Full tang CPM 3V steel construction
Single or double-edged versions
3.7 inch primary cutting edge
G10 handle grips
Deep finger choil and aggressive jimping for a secure grip
Pinky hook allows for fast, sightless grip acquisition and sheath draw
Sheath straps horizontally along your belt
www.outlandequipment.com/product/kryptos-k2
Black Friday Announcement From Snake Hound Machine And PHLster
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
Black Friday, 2015
Years in the making, PHLster Holsters is proud to finally announce in-stock and quick shipping inventory of their most popular items. Four years ago, when they made their first YouTube video as PhillyEDC, nobody had any idea that a holster manufacturing business would grow up around this educational resource. Well, 200 videos, 24,000 subscribers, 2.5 million views, and several trend-setting, innovative products later, they are excited to have leveraged the recent advancements in DIY and Maker technology, to successfully reverse-engineer large-scale manufacturing processes. Using 3D scanning, vacuum forming, and CNC technology, this small operation of just three people has, at last, clawed their way out of a perpetual 4-6 week backlog and have assembled an IN STOCK inventory of their most popular holsters and accessories, ready for Black Friday of 2015. Not only has the speed of production improved, but these new processes allows the production of a holster with functionality otherwise impossible with traditional hand-forming. Aside from superior consistency and fit, and the famous fight-worthy and deliberate-yet-smooth level of holster retention, the Glock holsters offer a true universal fit, something that, despite best efforts, slapping hot plastic on a replica G19 never could accomplish.
Due to the small size of a startup operation, overcoming the challenge of merely creating all of these holsters has proved more than enough. To get them out into the world and into the hands of waiting customers, they have enlisted their good friend Owen Martin of Snake Hound Machine to handle our distribution needs, through the new snakehoudmachine.com web store. Snake Hound Machine has recently moved into a new 2500 square foot warehouse and prototyping facility and their new optimized website hosted on a cloud based CDN is primed to serve customers with lightning speed.
The initial inventory will include our innovative and time-tested Glock Skeleton minimalist holster, designed to reduce the absolute maximum amount of holster while retaining the ability to re-holster with one hand, if required. As an alternative to the ultra-minimalist types of options which only cover the trigger, the Skeleton holster offers the capabilities of a full-sized holster while only adding a nearly imperceptible amount of bulk compared to smaller and more compromised designs.
The other available model of holster is the ACCESS holster for Glock and Smith and Wesson Shield, respectively. The ACCESS holsters feature additional muzzle coverage, for improved comfort during training, as well as 3/4th height ambidextrous body shields. The streamlined appearance, ambidextrous functionality, and single attachment point sets the standard for what many makers and customers expect from a dedicated AIWB holster.
Glock holsters will fit everything from the 26 through the 17L (as well as any .40/.357sig variants) and the Shield holsters are compatible with safety and safety-less models.
In addition to the Glock Skeleton and ACCESS offerings, the Universal IWB double-stack magazine carrier is also available. Universal fit, adjustable, minimal, comfortable, and ambidextrous, it fits all popular double-stack 9mm and .40 caliber magazines.
Last, but not least, is the TDI Fight-Worthy knife sheath. The KaBar TDI small law enforcement knife is one of the best last-ditch clinch fighting emergency self-defense blades available for the price, making it an incredibly popular enduring choice for concealed carry and law-enforcement. The free “sheath” it comes with, however, doesn’t live up to the capabilities or the potential duty requirements of knife. Poor grip access and a loose fit, creating the risk that the knife may fall out during a fight, led to the design the Fight-Worthy sheath in response. Despite having the maximum cutaway, allowing the user to get the highest, most complete grip on the knife, They’ve made each sheath with the level of retention required of a piece of last-ditch emergency equipment. No amount of physical disruption, aside from the deliberate and aggressive draw of the user, will dislodge the knife from the sheath, ensuring that it WILL be there when you need it in that worst circumstance.
“It is such a relief to have finally beat the holster backlog game. We’re looking forward to keeping Snake Hound in stock, adding to the quick-ship selection, and efficiently delivering these quality products to customers with zero lead time.” – Jon Hauptman
www.snakehoundmachine.com/product-category/phlster
TYR Tactical – Black Friday 2015 Sale
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
The TYR Tactical Black Friday Sale starts at midnight on Thursday, November 26th. This year take advantage of CLOSEOUT prices, DOORBUSTER, FREE giveaways and so much more. New products such as the Huron Wind Shirt (HRN-WS300), TYR Tactical PICO-MBAV and Huron 3-Day Assault Pack (HRN-LAP003), which launched on SSD this week, will be available for purchase. Supplies on these products are limited. Make sure to get yours before they sellout. Also, the Standard Brokos Belt, XFrame, Hybrid Gunfighter & all Tactical Base Belts will be on sale. TAKE AN ADDITIONAL 15% OFF WITH COUPON CODE: SANTA.
www.tyrtactical.com/news/details/black-friday-2015
New A-TACS iX Camo Gear From UR-Tactical Now Available
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015Digital Concealment Systems has announced UR-Tactical adopting the new A-TACS iX pattern for their new OPS Battle Uniform and other gear. I’ve got to say, I’m really digging this pattern. It’s unlike anything else out on the market right now. The full release can be read below:
UR-Tactical and A-TACS Camo bring you the latest in a new generation of concealment with their new OPS battle Uniform now available in New A-TACS iX Camo! New A-TACS iX Camo is the first pattern introduction in the new “X” camo lineup and is designed not only to work in transitional environments but also to work when paired up with our AU and FG pattern variants.
UR-Tacticals’ OPS Direct Action Pants are cut from 50/50 NyCo in New A-TACS iX Camo and feature integrated and removable molded knee-pads surrounded by 500D Cordura for added re-enforcement and full-length side zippers that extend from the bottom of the leg to the hip. the lower legs are also fitted and re-enforced with 500D Cordura. The waist features a Hook and Loop closure.
The OPS Direct Uniform Top is cut from New A-TACS iX Camo 50/50 NyCo. Additional features include top and side entry chest pockets for easier access while wearing body armor, Slanted shoulder pockets with Velcro Panels for patches. The sleeves also feature integrated removable elbow pads. There is a fill-zip closure in the front and four pockets on the arms. Completely re-designed for a better fit.
For additional information or to order today, visit them online at: www.ur-tactical.com.
Tactical Assault Gear – Vanguard Armor Carrier And Integrated Hybrid Vest
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015We recently had the opportunity to check out two of Tactical Assault Gear’s armor carriers, the Vanguard and Integrated Hybrid Vest. Both are very well made and worth taking a look at if you’re in the market. We’re particularly impressed that TAG went the extra mile and licensed the skeletal cummerbund from Crye Precision.
TAG’s Vanguard is a lightweight plate carrier designed to work with any set of hard armor plates and soft armor backers. It is constructed of 500D Cordura nylon, and features spacer mesh on the inside for breathability and comfort. The shoulder straps are padded, and which have nylon and elastic webbing for mounting and routing tourniquets, hydration tubes, radio antennas, and more. The Vanguard’s front panel features a sewn-in triple magazine carrier which is sized to fit 5.56mm, 7.62×39, and 7.62×51 magazines, as well as integrated PALS webbing and Velcro loop panel. The rear of the carrier also features integrated PALS webbing and Velcro loop panel, and a drag handle which can be stowed when not in use.
Additionally, the Vanguard comes with a standard Cummerbund system, although it can be exchanged for the Skeletal Cummerbund System which TAG licensed from Crye Precision; both cummerbund systems are attached to the carrier using the G Hook attachment system.
Key Features
The Vanguard is an armor carrier with quality materials and solid construction. The armor plates fit snug and secure within the plate pockets, and the spacer mesh adds some much appreciated comfort to the carrier. The kangaroo-style magazine front pouch is a nice addition, and the volume of PALS webbing throughout the carrier insures the wearer will be able to customize their carrier to virtually any necessary specification. If you’re looking for a solid carrier that does more than just carry plates, than the Vanguard is a great choice.
www.tacticalassaultgearstore.com/vanguard-armor-carrier
Like the Vanguard, The Integrated Hybrid Vest is designed to work with any set of hard armor plates and soft armor backers. It is also made of 500D Cordura nylon with spacer mesh on the inside of the carrier for breathability and comfort. Unlike the Vanguard, however, the IHV’s front panel is removable, and TAG offers multiple mission-specific panel configurations which allow the user to change their loadout as required.
The IHV comes standard with the Skeletal Cummerbund System, licensed from Crye Precision, which is adjustable using the G Hook attachment system. It also features padded and adjustable shoulder straps, which have nylon and elastic webbing for mounting and routing tourniquets, hydration tubes, radio antennas, and more. The front and back of the IHV has PALS webbing and Velcro loop panel, and the rear features a drag handle.
The armor pockets on the IHV are closed with a zipper, and feature a Velcro retention strap.
Key Features
You can tell that a lot of thought and care went into the development of the Integrated Hybrid Vest. It utilizes high quality materials in its construction, and everything is solidly built. The G Hook adjustment system is quick and painless to use, and although we didn’t have a chance to try out the swappable panel system, in theory it’s a great idea for quickly altering the carrier for different mission profiles. Add in the additional PALS webbing, the padded shoulder straps, and the spacer mesh, and you have a great carrier that will serve well in almost any situation.
www.tacticalassaultgearstore.com/integrated-hybrid-vest
