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Black Triangle Presents: The E4 Mafia Shirt Featuring Clint Trial

Tuesday, January 30th, 2024

Master Sergeant Clint Trial (USMC, Ret) is one of my favorite Americans, so I was quite pleased when one of my favorite small businesses, Black Triangle, decided to offer a CT t-shirt to raise money for the Third Option Foundation and Torn Warriors.

Here’s the story behind the shirt from Clint himself:

“A man will never excel at giving orders if he’s never questioned the orders he’s been given.”
I wrote this a long time ago. Probably around the time this photo was taken. It felt like the truth back then every bit as much as it does today.
I’ve always had issues with “authority figures”
…from as far back as I can remember, I always looked at authority figures with suspicion. I didn’t know why I was that way… seemed like that was just how I was designed. After 51 years of living, I think it’s all starting to make much more sense now. My healthy distaste for authority figures was not unwarranted.
It is this Marine’s opinion that “authority figures” are nothing more than an illusion created by men who crave power over others.
One might very easily point out the glaring contradiction in this photo… “uhhh but yeah man… if you hate authority figures so much then how the hell did you spend 20+ yrs in the Marine Corps?”
My answer is simple – because any good Marine who is worthy of leading other Marines is NOT an authority figure… he is a leader. And the difference between those two things could not be greater. Being led is a much different feeling than being forced to follow. A good leader will lead by example and mentor and guide those who follow. An authority figure doesn’t give 2 shits about any of those things. An authority figure says “Obey or else!” The Marine Corps I served in did an excellent job of weeding out authority figures and an excellent job of creating strong leaders. But like anywhere else in life …there are always those who slip through the cracks.. even in the Corps. When this picture was taken … that middle finger was aimed towards a few of those “authority figures”.

I post this somewhat embarrassing photo of myself because I can see how it is a micro reflection of how I feel about our current government. Only it seems the cracks now are massive fractures that have allowed a flooding of “authority” types into the halls of our most sacred American institutions.”

Available in Olive and Black, sizes Small through 5XLarge.

blktriangle.com/products/e4-mafia-shirt-w-clint-trial

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For The Ladies – Mark I Jacket from Kitanica

Tuesday, January 30th, 2024

Coming this year, Kitanica’s Mark I jacket in a female cut.

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Gentex Corporation Announces Development Program for Accessory Providers for Ops-Core RAILINK Power and Data ARC Rail System

Tuesday, January 30th, 2024

Integrated Headborne Platform unveils program for development partners.

CARBONDALE, PA, January 30, 2024 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, announced today that it is launching a development partner program for accessory providers for its patented RAILINK system.

Participants meeting the requirements to enroll in the program will gain access to a royalty-free license to the Interface Control Documents needed to integrate electronic accessories into the RAILINK system.

“RAILINK is capable of powering and integrating a broad range of sensors and information gathering devices” said Rafe Bennett, Vice President of Product Management at Gentex Corporation, “By implementing the development partner program we are able to offer access to RAILINK’s extensive patent portfolio and our ICD on a royalty-free basis to selected companies, enabling them to develop their own interoperable accessories for the RAILINK system. Our intent is to harness ideas from industry and utilizing RAILINK’s capability, rapidly expand the ecosystem of available accessories. This will result in enhancements in the system’s overall capabilities for the end user.”

To learn more about becoming a RAILINK Development Partner and sign up for future RAILINK announcements click www.gentexcorp.com/introducing-railink

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Matt Campbell Joins SIG SAUER: Vice President, Field Operations

Monday, January 29th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (January 29, 2024) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce Matt Campbell has joined SIG SAUER, Inc. as Vice President, Field Sales and Operations. In this position Campbell will be responsible for managing all field sales operations and staff supporting local retailers and distribution.

“SIG SAUER is the leader in the shooting, defense, and hunting markets and drives the industry with innovative products and programs that fulfill the needs of our consumers”, said Matt Campbell, Vice President, Field Sales & Operations, SIG SAUER, Inc.. “I look forward to leading the SIG SAUER field team and reinforcing the relationships I’ve developed in this industry over the past 25 years and building new ones. Together we will continue the expansion of the commercial field sales team to respond to demand in the market and grow our commercial footprint.”

Campbell comes to SIG SAUER after serving in various roles at Winchester Ammunition over the past 25 years including experience overseeing global sales to commercial, law enforcement, and military customers. Most recently Matt served as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Matt successfully managed a billion-dollar portfolio across the major Winchester brands by leveraging partnerships and developing teams to expand market share resulting in exponential revenue growth. Prior to Winchester, Matt worked in national sales roles for Anheuser-Busch.

“SIG SAUER is experiencing tremendous growth due to the demand for our innovative products and programs across all business units. Matt’s experience with retail customers and distribution, coupled with his proven track record of developing long term strategic partnerships will be an asset to our organization as we grow and our global footprint expands,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.

Campbell will split time at the SIG SAUER Headquarters in Newington, New Hampshire and in St. Louis, MO where he will have good access to travel to all customers across the U.S. He will report to Jack Barnes, Senior Vice President, Commercial Sales at SIG SAUER.

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SHOT Show 24 – MATBOCK Update

Monday, January 29th, 2024

MATBOCK showcased updated panels for their Graverobber series. Since its inception, operators have loved the ability to adjust these panels, but as one operator said, “I know when I need to make another adjustment to the panel, I would grab a beer, turn on a movie, and get ready to do surgery.” He continued, “This is a game changer, and we will be looking forward to buying the panels.”

The pictures are from their Graverobber Assault Medic (GRAM), but all the panels will be getting this upgrade. MATBOCK also said that they will be offering just the panels for sale so you can upgrade your existing packs. The first production run of these is scheduled for February / March 2024.

To learn more about their Graverobber series check: www.matbock.com/collections/grave-robber

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Eye of the Tiger

Monday, January 29th, 2024

At SHOT Show Blue Force Gear unveiled their limited collaboration with The Firearm Blog.

The Tigerstripe webbing will be limited to two VCAS models, the standard version and the version with sewn-in QD attachments. Launching February 26, there are only 500 of each.

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Varusteleka – Särmä TST L5 Thermal Patrol Coverall

Monday, January 29th, 2024

During a meeting over coffee with Varusteleka, they showed me the Särmä TST L5 Thermal Patrol Coverall.

It is an update to a popular Finnish Army issue item which was designed in the mid-80s and used when in static positions like guard duty and lying up in an OP.

It features dual front zippers and two side leg zips for easy donning and doffing. The front zippers also allow venting and integration with plate carriers and chest rigs.

It is made from 100% polyamide ripstop (70g/m2) with a non-fluorinated water-repellent treatment in the Finnish M05 winter camo print. The coverall is also insulated with 67g/m2 Climashield Apex which allows you to remain comfortable in temperatures as low as -35°C / -31°F.

Features:

• Helmet-compatible hood with a short visor

? Adjustable face opening and head circumference

? Hanging loop

? Removable neck flap

? The entire coverall can be packed into the hood

• Two front zippers

? Wind flaps with hook-and-loop closure

? The wind flap can be closed out of the way with its own hook-and-loop

? Wind flaps have loops for various attachment methods (see usage methods)

• 2-way ventilation zippers in the armpits

• Adjustable waist with elastic band

• Internal suspender loops

• Separate zippered fly for field relief

• NIR-compliant, M05 Snow Pattern color

This coverall is made in Slovakia by Koutny and comes in three sizes.

www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-tst-l5-thermal-patrol-coverall

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Sneak Peek – Limited Edition Platatac MK5 Peacekeeper Rigs

Sunday, January 28th, 2024

Some special projects from the Platatac skunkworks do see the light of day…although in very small numbers.

25 x Platatac Peacekeeper MK5’s in limited overrun MultiCam Alpine will be offered in mid-February if you’re quick enough.

Features:

• Can carry up to six 30 Round AR/M4 style magazines (Each pouch will also accommodate 2 x AK mags, or a single 20rnd. 417/.308 mag)

• 2 x Accessories/Water bottle/GP/ANPRC 152 pouches with front zip admin pockets

• 1 x Large Velcro mesh pocket with included Velcro in zip

• 2 x Tweave 4 way stretch pockets at the flanks

• 1 x Horizontal zippered pocket with webbing loops to attach elastic loop inserts to carry a TQ, Plasti Cuffs or Cyalume

• PALS areas between pouches and on the sides of the GP pouches to attach additional MOLLE-compatible pouches

• Velcro sandwich for sub load pouches to boost carrying capacity

• Colour matched velcro loop for IFF, C/S or Flag patch with embroidered Platatac logo

• Sewn drainage holes in all pouches

Platatac Silks Alpha restock in MultiCam & MultiCam Tropic also available mid-February (MultiCam Alpine coming mid-year).

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