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Yep, you read that right; they’ve developed a chest rig, but in natural MATBOCK fashion it had to be something different.
The Berserker Chest Rig is ultralight. Weighing only 1 lbs, it’s manufactured from MATBOCK Ghost, a new fabric for them. In fact, expect a whole line made from MATBOCK Ghost.
The PALS compatible Berserker includes a bib as well as front and rear platebags amd removable cummerbund.
The Transition Tabs (seen below) allow you to cut the plates away while retaining wear of this Rhodesian-style chest rig.
Currently only available in MultiCam, samples are shipping for T&E soon.
www.matbock.com/products/matbock-berserker-carrier
Yesterday was set up for the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting. These photos give you a feeling for the chaos that ensues the day before a show but I can assure, tear down goes much faster.
London Bridge Trading is holding a special promotion for their classic 6094 plate carrier. For a limited time, all LBT-6094 plate carriers comes with an S&S Precision Gear Retention Track Base Plate and 3 SMR (Skeletonized Magazine Retention) inserts. Additionally, this promotion is being offered at a special sale price of $299.99, roughly 40% off MSRP. This is a great deal from two great gear companies both located in the 757.
The LBT-6094 is available in Medium and Large sizes, and in the following colors: Black, Coyote Brown, Coyote Tan, Mas Grey, and MultiCam.
Thread Hijacking – …A thread hijacking occurs when one or more individuals commenting on the original posting, go off topic, creating a separate conversation. This is rude, and bad internet etiquette…
Here on SSD, commentors have been doing a bit of thread hijacking recently, and while we appreciate active discussion, we’d prefer it would stay on topic. So, in an effort to alleviate this, here you go, here’s your chance to say whatever you want; let it all out in the comments section.
The Gravity Hook is a project currently up on Kickstarter for a hybrid mechanical claw and grappling hook. Stand alone, it functions as a 2-pronged hook. When it impacts a surface, the mechanism opens up, and pulling it back closes the mechanism, making it great for retrieving items. The final design will be made of stainless steel, although hooks made of other materials including titanium are part of the backer rewards.
Here you can see the Gravity Hook pictured with the optional Cross Hook. When installed, the Cross Hook allows the Gravity Hook to function more like a traditional grappling hook, with 4 prongs. The Cross Hook can also function as a standalone gear tie.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/699604098/gravity-hook-a-high-performance-grappling-hook
PinsForAnything.com has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a skull-and-crossbones cufflinks and tie-tack set. The set will be crafted from nickel, and will feature a skull-and-crossbones design on a black background outlined in red.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/1386525489/the-skull-links-fashion-cufflinks-with-an-edge
While it may sound like a made up curse word used by a child, the Female Urinary Diversion Device or FUDD may well prove to cause many a female Soldier to swear. Borrowed from outdoor technology to allow lady hikers on the trail relieve themselves more comfortably, this is the technology that’s making female attendance at Ranger School possible. In fact, the infamous Ranger School packing list has already been updated with several gender specific items including the FUDD.
