Now through March 14, 2022, enter for a chance to win this amazing prize pack from SIG SAUER and Icarus Precision valued at $1,199.00.
One Grand Prize Winner Will Receive:
(1) SIG SAUER P365XL Pistol
(1) Icarus Precision Midnight Bronze Pro Elite 365XL A.C.E. Grip Module
(2) Icarus Precision Midnight Bronze B-ACE Base Pads
(1) ANR Design RH IWB Holster
Click here for your chance to win.
SITKA Arrowhead will be showcasing at Booth #811 at the 10th Annual Exposition and training conference for today’s warfighter and first responder. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the current product line – specifically developed for the SOF end-user – to notably include Berry Compliant best-in-class Wet Weather Protective (WWP) technical apparel solutions.
The event, organized by the Federal Resources, TSSi and Noble and takes place at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland on March 1-2 2022.
There are a lot of different masks out there. But most of the time, you just go with what is issued to you, which is your standard. Once you are out of training, you can get the mask that works the best for you. Here is the best way to choose a suitable mask for you.
Start by finding a mask that fits your face and your nose. Make sure when you put it on, it fits your face and nose comfortably, and you can pinch your nose if needed to help clear your ears.
When buying a mask, the first issue is determining how it will perform in the water when standing in the diving shop. The best way to answer that question is to go right in. However, there are some indicators you may look for to obtain a good notion.
To see if you can seal the mask on your face, press it against your face and breathe in through your nose. While we’ll get to it, be aware that this can be misleading. To see if the mask suits your face, you must first go through a few steps.
STEP 1: Sit down and look up; from here, lay the mask over your face without the straps and allow gravity to keep it in place.
STEP 2: Have someone inspect the masks outside the seal. The mask should fit the face without covering the hairline or top lip; it’s generally too big if it does. It should always follow the contour of the face and not pull away.
Forward-looking scuba mask red line on the scuba mask’s exterior seal
STEP 3: Have someone inspect the mask’s inner seal; it should sit back behind the eyes and contact the face constantly. It should ideally go around the brows.
STEP 4: Examine your eye location in relation to the lenses’ center. The eyes should be relatively centered in the lenses in the ideal situation. The mask is too tiny if the eyes are wider than the center; if the eyes are very narrow, a smaller or single pane mask may work well.
The first image below displays a somewhat narrowed eye positioning.
The eyes are a little more centered in the second picture with the black mask.
The front eye position on a scuba mask is wide. Black eye position centered on a scuba mask
STEP 5: Inhale deeply through your nose to test the seal. The seal should keep the mask on your face if you look forward.
Front inhalation scuba mask with no strap
STEP 6: Put the strap over your head and tighten it so that it is snug but not too tight. After that, double-check the exterior seal, inside seal, and eye position. Breathe in through your nose one more time to ensure an airtight closure.
STEP 7: Adjust the strap so that the mask frame does not press against any part of your face. Some masks frequently come into contact with the eyes or the bridge of the nose. Any pressure applied to those areas will become uncomfortable or painful over time and should be avoided.
A mask that passes all of these tests is a solid purchase prospect.
What Makes a Seal Bad? “They write a book” Sorry, wrong kind of seal.
Even if you follow all the above procedures, you still can have some issues that can cause leaks. In some cases, a mask will seal in one position but not in another. Ensure the mask stays in place; if the mask strap is too high or too low on the head, the mask may slip out of place, resulting in leaks.
Mask leaking is generally caused by facial hair.
The mask can leak if you grin or have significant smile lines. In addition, if you have a regulator or snorkel in your mouth, the mouth posture may produce a leak. Even with the mouthpiece in place, use a regulator or snorkel mouthpiece to confirm that you have a well-fitting mask while attempting a new mask out of the water.
In cooperation with the Slovak company CSM Industry, Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles (RMMV) has unveiled a new high-mobility multipurpose excavator vehicle based on the HX 8×8. The new variant derives from RMMV’s tried-and-tested family of logistic vehicles, which are in service worldwide. It carries an UDS 214 excavator build-on, a proven system made by the crane and excavator maker CSM based in Tisovec, Slovakia. The HX 8×8 Excavator is specially designed for combat engineer operations and disaster relief missions.
Able to pivot 360 degrees, the build-on features an extendable telescopic arm that attains a length of up 14.60 metres. It can use various tools: besides the excavator shovel, a hook or hydraulic drum cutter are possible. This universally deployable device can lift loads of up to 7.5 tons and can thus serve as an auxiliary crane. If desired, the excavator operator’s cab can be protected in accordance with common STANAG levels and fitted with a ventilation system.
Like RMMV’s entire HX family, the HX 8×8 is a military off-the-shelf vehicle designed to withstand the most gruelling military conditions, assuring excellent mobility even in the toughest terrain. When ready to operate, the basic version of the vehicle weighs 28 tons.
Its MAN D2676 diesel engine generates an output of 387 kW or 540 hp, giving the HX 8×8 a top speed of 90 km/h. The vehicle can handle inclines of 60 percent and wade through water up to 1.5 metres deep. If desired, the HX 8×8 can be equipped with Rheinmetall’s protected Integrated Armoured Cabin (IAC) or prepared for its optional use. The vehicle can also be fitted with a remotely operated weapon station for self-defence.
Belonging to the HX family – of which more than 16,000 vehicles are now in service worldwide – offers advantages with respect to maintenance, repairs and training. Numerous NATO nations already own HX family trucks, resulting in synergy effects particularly during multinational operations.
The HX 8×8 Excavator is another example of Rheinmetall cooperation with European and other international partners. Nor is this limited to technical teamwork. By cooperating with Rheinmetall, CSM stands to benefit from access to new export markets.
Moreover, the Düsseldorf-based technology enterprise offers Slovakia additional options for cooperating with local industry. One possibility would be the production of infantry fighting vehicles in the NATO country. This relates to an offer to Slovakia by Hungary to produce the state-of-the-art Lynx KF41 family of tracked armoured vehicles developed by Rheinmetall. The Lynx family is a compelling choice not only on account of its performance parameters. It also sets a new standard when it comes to defence cooperation between NATO member states and other partner nations. Hungary opted to procure the Lynx in 2021, with a large share of the vehicles to be manufactured in Hungary in cooperation with Rheinmetall. If neighbouring Slovakia, also a NATO member, choses the Lynx, a large share of its new fleet of vehicles would also be produced locally, meaning that it would benefit from far-reaching cooperation in the defence technology domain, resulting in greater value added as well as safeguarding and expanding the country’s defence technology capabilities.
Tactical Tailor showed us how one of their original products, the MALICE Pack started…
And where it’s going…
Check out Eagle Industries at next week’s Enforce Tac and IWA at the Nürnberg Messe.
Blackhawk will exhibit at both Enforce Tac & IWA.
Available for purchase today at 1200 EST on spiritussystems.com
Spiritus Systems has launched the Micro Fight MkV, a compact chest rig chassis that serves as the central hub in an ever-growing system of components that can be configured into various plate carrier and chest rig solutions for today’s warfighter.
The Micro Fight series of chassis was originally developed as an answer to the performance limitations of traditional plate carriers and chest rigs when fighting in and around vehicles. The Micro Fight system was built to be an extremely low-bulk solution for environments where space and weight command a premium. Over the years, Spiritus Systems has continued to evolve this core product and build a line of accessories that allow the micro fight to scale from a minimalistic magazine carrier to a full-fledged plate carrier system or various sustainment and comms-focused chest rigs.
Today, the MkV is added to this diverse roster of modular components that let the end user build a near limitless number of kit configurations to support a wide range of weapons platforms and use cases.
Design & Improvements
The MkV represents a generational leap for the Micro Fight line. Previously all Micro Fight iterations were composed of two open-top cells that could accept a variety of magazine inserts and Velcro flap closures. The latest version is now a single cell placard-style chassis that is built with all-new materials and manufacturing processes. The design features MOLLE on the front and sides to accommodate additional magazine pouches and tourniquets, and a row of anchor points along the top opening, for magazine retention bungee straps that will accommodate any caliber.
The CCS Pouch
Spiritus Systems found that the vast majority of Legacy Micro Fight customers were using the front cell as an ad-hoc GP pouch. In response to this, the MkV now can be combined with the all-new CCS Sustainment Pouch (releasing today in-tandem with the Mk V Chassis). The CCS pouch is a full-featured GP Pouch that vastly improves upon the legacy front cell’s functionality, and storage capacity. For those that do not need a GP Pouch solution, the MkV’s MOLLE front will accept any 3rd party magazine holders or other pouches.
Materials Selection & Manufacturing
The materials in the MkV were hand-selected and extensively tested for durability. Squadron fabric (an ultra-tough 1000d/500d Cordura laminate) is a semi-rigid textile that is used for the MkV’s entire chassis frame and was vetted for long-term integrity when laser cut. Unlike other products that will delaminate overtime, the MkV’s Squadron chassis will not degrade.
Spiritus Systems also worked extensively to develop new manufacturing processes that would allow the company to invest more per-product in premium materials. By keeping build costs low through efficiency gains, Spiritus Systems can offer the best value in tactical nylon equipment on the market today.
Backwards Compatibility
The MkV and the CCS pouch are backward compatible with the company’s full product line. That means customers with LV/119 Plate Carriers, Thing 1 and Thing 2 Chest Rigs, and any other build, can drop in a Micro Fight MkV where the Mk 4 used to be, and instantly enhance the functionally and modularity of the system with no extra purchases required. The MkV is also compatible with all caliber magazine inserts currently offered on the website.
Availability & Pricing
Spiritus Systems will be launching these products today at 1200 EST on spiritussystems.com
MkV Chassis $45.95
CCS Pouch $ 78.95
For LE and Military sales of this and other products please contact Adam Thrower.
