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Combat Flip Flops Taps Another Industry Veteran – Ned Post, former CEO Of Smith Optics, Joins As Advisor

Monday, August 24th, 2015

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{Issaquah, WA} – Combat Flip Flops, a veteran-owned small business creating economic, educational and life-saving opportunities for those living in conflict areas, has announced another wringer to the line-up; Ned Post, former CEO of Smith Optics, has joined as an advisor.

“Post military service, I was fortunate enough to work with Ned in support of Smith Elite,” said Matthew ‘Griff’ Griffin, Combat Flip Flops Co-founder and CEO. “His leadership, style, and ability to motivate were inspiring. As an advisor and mentor, Ned will push Combat Flip Flops to the next level and we’re honored to have him help lead the Unarmed Forces.”

For over 20 years, Ned Post led Smith Optics out of Ketchum, ID as its CEO. During his tenure, Smith and his team transformed a small goggle company into a global outdoor and lifestyle accessories business, adding product lines including sunglasses, optical eyewear, helmets and ballistic military eye protection. Smith sales grew from $15 million to $110 million under his leadership and the brand became recognized as the market leader in winter sports goggles and helmets in North America.

“Since meeting Griff and learning about Combat Flip Flops’ mission, I’ve been inspired. I can’t imagine what it’s like to have your life turned upside down by the impact of war and while I don’t pretend to know what the solution is, I believe in what Combat Flip Flops is doing and can’t wait to join the movement,” said Post.

www.combatflipflops.com

Flagrant Beard Launches Retail Website

Monday, August 24th, 2015

Flagrant Beard has provided a rather spirited press release for the launch of their retail website, where they’re offering belts, printed t-shirts, and even socks for the discerning customer. You can read the full release below:

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24 August 2015 Tennessee, USA
For Immediate Release

Flagrant Beard, LLC Launches New Apparel Line

Flagrant Beard, LLC, perhaps the only adventure, hard-use apparel company headquartered in a barn, is proud to announce the launch of their new line of products. The first wave of ginger-spawned goodness includes belts, printed tees and socks – soft goods intended for people who are anything but soft.

Flagrant Beard products are meant to be outdoors, on the edge and at risk. Though they will likely fit timid people with cold souls they will never suit them. This company has been, since its very inception, dedicated to the principle that you should wring every drop of joy from life; to the men and women who step into the arena, who know what it is to court failure by daring greatly; to those who would rather sweat and bleed and strive than sit comfortably at home protected by the toil and vigilance of others.

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Flagrant Beard was never meant for those who are content to rest, to play it safe or to stand quietly by while great things are done elsewhere….in short, Flagrant Beard is about doing what needs to be done. It’s living life, “Balls out.”

Though our initial offering was a very well received shirt emblazoned with that very phrase, the most popular in our lineup thus far has been our belts. Handsome enough for church or formal dinner but rugged enough for a fight, they’re hand-made by Amish artisans near Nashville to exacting standards. The belts come in 2 styles, FB DuraBelt and FB Articulated Leather. Articulated Leather versions are available in black, burgundy or tan (sorry, no MultiCam or Gucciflage, and there’s no MOLLE or Velcro either). They’re 3/16 in. thick so they won’t “taco” under a gun or magazines and offer contrast stitching.

The DuraBelts look and feel like leather but are actually a polyester webbing with a TPU coating that makes them more durable, waterproof and easy to clean. They offer 2 ½ tons of tensile strength; enough to STABO some guys, though so far we haven’t actually tried it. DuraBelts are anti-microbial and offer extreme resistance to abrasion and moisture. Both belt styles feature threaded rivets to allow for interchangeable buckles, both are 1.5 in. wide and both are sturdy enough to beat someone to death but remain sufficiently comfortable for all-day wear.

Oh, and they’ll hold up your pants.

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Sizes available include Small through XXL. Find the one most suitable for you with our sizing chart, or read more on our belt page.

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Everything we do at Flagrant Beard is patriotic – including pouring the concrete for HQ!

Flagrant Beard offers gear for women too, of course, particularly those who’d rather be training for a gunfight than baking cakes. Take a look at the Annie shirt if you’re a lady who likes the smell of cordite or engine oil. After all, caliber knows no gender. You can find the complete line of women’s shirts online here.

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Flagrant Beard LLC is online at www.flagrantbeard.com. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/flagrantbeard or follow us on Instagram (@flagrantbeard).

Mission Critical – Baby Carrier

Monday, August 24th, 2015

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Mission Critical is a California-based company that sells military-grade baby care accessories designed for dads. This is their Baby Carrier, which meets ASTM F2236-14 regulations for baby carriers. Featuring 1000D nylon outer construction, the baby carrier is designed so the baby can face in or out, and it comes with a removable and washable liner, hidden hood, YYK zippers, and MOLLE-compatible webbing for customization.

www.missioncritical.cc/collections/products/products/babycarrier

You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

Sunday, August 23rd, 2015

This time, the KCRF patch has made its way to Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa.

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Thanks to ‘LB’ for the pic. Keep ’em coming!

Security Devices International – BIP 40mm Round Ballistics Video

Saturday, August 22nd, 2015

At the recent U.S. Tactical Supply Oregon Department of Corrections Less Than Lethal Demo, WD Forensics shot a live video of Security Devices International’s 40mm BIP round being shot into ballistic gelatin. Although not a measured test, the video does show how effective the BIP round can be on a target.

Additionally, SDI’s full range of 40mm munitions are now available through their GSA contract, # GS-07F-0259N.

For more information, visit securitydii.com

Gunfighter Moment – Daryl Holland

Saturday, August 22nd, 2015

LEO Firearms Qualificaiton Standard

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Ken’s GFM was spot on about having easy standards that Ray Charles could pass. I don’t mean to pick on Florida because I know Boynton Beach PD, Hillsboro County & Polk County Sheriffs shoot well beyond the standard attached, but I don’t believe the standard is for them, rather than for the Sheriff or other busy decision makers that don’t have time to get to out the range.

I’ll raise the B/S flag on that one because I pay attention around the PDs and Sheriffs offices I train at. I see a Sheriff in Arkansas instructing civilians on his off time on top of being a political figure in the community. Most law enforcement agencies have gotten better about raising their level of training in recent years, but there are still those LEOs walking the streets that should be carrying a tazer instead of a firearm.

Check out the Florida standard I’ve attached and ask yourself, is it challenging?

Maybe with a tomahawk and a blind fold!

Respectfully,

Daryl Holland

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Daryl Holland is a retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major with over 20 years of active duty experience, 17 of those years in Special Operations. Five years with the 1st Special Forces Group (SFG) and 12 years in the 1st SFOD-Delta serving as an Assaulter, Sniper, Team Leader, and OTC Instructor.

He has conducted several hundred combat missions in Afghanistan, Iraq, Bosnia, Philippines, and the Mexican Border. He has conducted combat missions in Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush Mountains as a Sniper and experienced Mountaineer to the streets of Baghdad as an Assault Team Leader.

He has a strong instructor background started as an OTC instructor and since retiring training law abiding civilians, Law Enforcement, U.S. Military, and foreign U.S. allied Special Operations personnel from around the world.

Gunfighter Moment is a weekly feature brought to you by Alias Training & Security Services. Each week Alias brings us a different Trainer and in turn, they offer some words of wisdom.

U.S. Elite Gear – Nylon Showcase Sale

Friday, August 21st, 2015

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The U.S. Elite Gear weekly selection is the Nylon Showcase. Products from brands including as Velocity Systems, Vertx, High Speed Gear, and Arc’teryx including bags, slings, and load carrying gear are part of the showcase. Click the image above or the link below to see the products on offer.

www.us-elitegear.com/promos/nylon-showcase

SEALS Action Gear Announces PenCott Camouflage Product Line

Friday, August 21st, 2015

Canadian tactical clothing company SEALS Action Gear is now offering several of their in-house designed products in PenCott GreenZone and BadLands camouflage patterns, such as their Tactical Field Smock.

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The 4.4 version of the SEALS Action Gear Tactical Field Smock sports a design based on the classic SAS smock, and made from MilSpec grade 50/50 NyCo ripstop material, which is woven and printed in the USA. The smock has plenty of on-board storage capacity, including:

  • Four large box pockets on the front
  • Four internal large pockets
  • Large rear poachers pocket with dual-side zipper access
  • Redesigned sleeve pockets with front vertical zipper and loop Velcro strips for ID patches
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    Additional features include drawstrings at the waist and bottom, a high collar and removable hood, snag-free snap wrist adjustment at the cuff, and a wind flap over the zipper.

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    The Tactical Field Smock is available in PenCott GreenZone and BadLands camouflage patterns.

    For more details on the SEALS Action Gear product line in PenCott patterns, visit www.pencottcamo.com/2015/08/seals-action-gear-announces-pencott-camouflage-product-line

    www.sealsactiongear.com