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Blue Force Gear – ÖTZI Belt Pouch System

Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

This is really more of a sneak peek but it’s got such a great backstory that I’ve got to share it. Tucked in a corner on a shelf in the Blue Force Gear booth at SHOT Show was a pouch with a belt running through its attachment system. Behind it was a brochure with the name ÖTZI Belt Pouch System.

From the brochure:
The naming of Blue Force Gear’s new belt pouch innovation was inspired by Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old Copper Age traveler discovered in the Alps and proclaimed the oldest and best-pre-served, naturally mummified human ever documented. Preserved in glacial ice, Otzi was found wearing a modular belt outfitted with equipment like a knife sheath, food/medicine pouch, and fire-start-ing kit. It stands as the earliest known example of a tactical belt, a testament to how long warriors have trusted a well-built waist rig to keep mission-critical gear exactly where it needs to be.

With attachments designed to accommodate their Law Enforcement Duty Belts and BFG CHLK /GRID / ISH Belts, there two mounting options. Molded belt loops for more traditional belts and direct attachment plate for belts with mounting holes. Both use nuts and bolts to secure the pouch and attachment together. In the case of the mounting plate option, it’s going to be a very low profile system.

Coming soon from blueforcegear.com

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SHOT Show 26 – Snakestaff Systems Violent Incident Stabilization/ Response Panel

Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

Snakestaff Systems exhibited in the booth of their sister company Flux Defense. Their name for their new Violent Incident Stabilization/ Response Panel is quite appropriate as it’s designed to be mounted to a vehicle sun visor.

The VIS/R transforms the driver and passenger sun visors in your vehicle into a streamlined trauma response platform.

Its modular mounting system accommodates a wide range of vehicle makes and models.

Offering one-handed access to two tourniquets and a full trauma kit via quick-deploy tabs, the the trauma kit stays suspended directly in front of the user, similar to an oxygen mask on an airplane.

The tourniquet deploy tabs can be removed and attached to a casualty to indicate that a tourniquet has been applied, and the main trauma kit deploy tab can be detached and used as a TCCC casualty card for gathering critical patient and intervention information.

Additionally, the entire kit can be rapidly separated from the mounting platform and taken with you to respond to an incident outside your vehicle.

Coming soon.

www.snakestaffsystems.com

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NODBOX BNVD Case

Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

I first saw the Dev Cell NODBOX during last year’s DSEI in London. Platatac had a prototype at the show and I ended up getting one of the production versions right before SHOT Show.

NODBOX is an injection molded clamshell case for the AN/PVS-31A & C night vision goggle. Versions for other models are coming in the future.

Impact and crush resistant, it is made from injection-molded nylon with a bungee to hold it closed.

The sample I had seen had more of a spongy feel to it but the production version is more rigid and quite sturdy. It fit my BNVD like a glove with no rattling around and I am very pleased with it.

Available now in any color as long as it’s Tan from Platatac.

platatac.com/products/platatac-nodbox-bnvd-case

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War Department Announces Vendors Invited to Compete in Phase I of the Drone Dominance Program

Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

When Secretary of War Pete Hegseth took office a year ago, matching new technologies to threats was one of his core priorities. He commissioned an acquisition strategy to swiftly outfit our combat units with lethal drones.

The War Department today announced the 25 vendors invited to compete in Phase I of the Drone Dominance Program (DDP), an acquisition reform effort designed to rapidly field low cost, unmanned one way attack drones at scale as part of strengthening America’s Arsenal of Freedom.

“Drone dominance is a process race as much as a technological race,” Secretary of War Pete Hegseth wrote in his July 2025 memorandum, Unleashing U.S. Military Drone Dominance. “We are buying what works—fast, at scale, and without bureaucratic delay. Lethality will not be hindered by self imposed restrictions.”

The Phase I evaluation—the Gauntlet—will begin 18 February at Fort Benning, where military operators will fly and evaluate vendor systems. The Gauntlet will conclude in early March, when approximately $150 million in prototype delivery orders will be placed, with deliveries beginning shortly thereafter and continuing over the following five months.

Drone Dominance operationalizes the Secretary of War’s acquisition reformpriorities by sending a clear demand signal to industry—$1.1 billion over four phases, placing warfighters at the center of evaluation, and driving competitive, iterative cycles measured in months, not years. Across the program’s four phases, unit prices decrease, production volumes increase, and operational capability rises.

By 2027, the Department will be fielding hundreds of thousands of weaponized, one way attack drones ready for combat.

The Drone Dominance Program is sponsored by the Office of the Secretary of War and executed by the Defense Innovation Unit, the Test Resource Management Center, and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division.

The funding is ready and steady. The timeline to build combat power is compressed. The competition begins now.

The Department has invited 25 companies to Gauntlet I, listed below alphabetically.

ANNO.AI, INC.
ASCENT AEROSYSTEMS INC
AUTERION GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS INC
DZYNE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
EWING AEROSPACE LLC
FARAGE PRECISION, LLC
FIRESTORM LABS, INC.
GENERAL CHERRY CORP
GREENSIGHT INC.
GRIFFON AEROSPACE, INC.
HALO AERONAUTICS, LLC
KRATOS SRE, INC.
MODALAI, INC.
NAPATREE TECHNOLOGY LLC
NEROS, INC.
OKSI VENTURES, INC.
PALADIN DEFENSE SERVICES LLC
PERFORMANCE DRONE WORKS LLC
RESPONSIBLY LTD
SWARM DEFENSE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
TEAL DRONES INC
UKRAINIAN DEFENSE DRONES TECH CORP
VECTOR DEFENSE, INC
W S DARLEY & CO
XTEND REALITY INC.

– Via Department of War

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Whiskey TwoFour’s Slick Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 Plate Carrier

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

WTF’s slick Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 plate carrier features a 1.5″ x 6″ loop field with ample real estate for IFF, morale patches, and similar while Six (6) nylon webbing loops offer lashing points for optional shock cord.

To discourage accidental separation from the carrier, the back panel’s zipper pull tabs tuck securely and silently into milspec elastic loops at the base. Laser cut VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP minimizes weight and offers a secure connection to the LV-120’s loop field.

Zip-On Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 (size medium) is lightweight at just 3.4oz / 99g. Introductory price. Made in the USA with Berry and IRR/NIR compliant fabrics.

Zip-On Back Panel 14 for Spiritus Systems LV-120 uses MIL-DTL-32439 500D nylon, A-A-55126 nylon hook & loop, A-A-59826 bonded nylon thread, MIL-W-5691 nylon elastic, heavy duty YKK A-A-55634 zippers, and well compensated, skilled labor to produce a cost effective part.

wtfidea.com

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Mission First Tactical Introduces MFT Ultra Low Ride Holster

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

With Plus Size ComfortHorsham, PA – (January 30th, 2026) – Mission First Tactical (MFT) proudly introduces the MFT Ultra Low Ride IWB Holster for deep concealment. It sits a full 1.5” lower at the waist than other standard AIWB holsters, offering larger-framed individuals all day comfort. And for everyone else this innovative holster design excels while you’re seated keeping the grip clear of your seatbelt for pinch-free comfort and easy access while driving.

“Comfort and concealment are what we wanted to achieve here,” said Bobby McGee, EVP of Product Management & Innovation at MFT. “We made a this Ultra Low Ride Holster a more concealable profile while utilizing the design and technology elements we are known for.”

Experience ultimate discretion with the new MFT Ultra-Low Ride Holster. This unique holster positions your firearm below the beltline for a virtually invisible profile. It offers an ultra-low-ride position that aligns perfectly with your body’s natural curves. This ensures a quick and easy draw with maximum comfort and effortless concealment. When converted to an outside the waistband (OWB) holster, the MFT Ultra Low Ride Holster sits below the waistline or “spare tire” as some refer toit, for a more comfortable conceal carry. This state-of-the-art holster is ambidextrous and features adjustable retention with audio click confirmation and comes with a 1.5’ belt clip.

MFT Holsters are handmade to precise tolerances for each handgun model, using the most advanced techniques and materials for an all-day comfortable carry. Adjustable retention and the famous “audible click” confirmation assures each draw and re-holstering is smooth and secure, ideal for concealed carry. This holster is available in OWB, IWB, Minimalist IWB and a variety of Mag Pouches to suit any need.

Features:

• OWB convertible
• Plus-size comfort
• Ambidextrous
• Made in the USA
• Lifetime warranty

MSRP: $59.99

To learn more about Mission First Tactical and their completeproduct lineup, please visit www.missionfirsttactical.com. Stay connected with the latest updates by following MFT on Facebook and Instagram.

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SHOT Show 26 – Expandable Jump Bag Medium from Ferro Concepts

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

Ferro Concept’s booth was packed with visitors as well as new products. One that it is ready to go and can be put into service quickly with MFF jumpers is the Expandable Jump Bag – Medium.

For many years, military freefall jumpers have placed their armor, load carriage, and packs within a jump bag to help streamline their bodies and avoid hazards from equipment being hung up while inside or exiting the aircraft. This can also help protect equipment on landing. One item that generally remains handy is the individual weapon. Ferro Concept took on the challenge to create a new bag which can be expanded, via a spiral zipper, as needed to contain the jumper’a individual equipment.

As you can see, the interior is quite large and has ample space for the individual’s vest and pack. The foam is not used operationally but rather to maintain the form of the bag while empty for exhibition. Straps on the exterior allow the jumper to cinch the bag tight around the load.

Here you can see how the jumper’s weapon attaches to the Jump Bag. It can quickly be removed and placed into action.

It attaches to the Equipment D Ring via snap shackles (Pelican Clips).

Once on terra firma, the Jump Bag will contain the parachute and harness as well as any other air items for either turn-in or caching prior to transitioning to overland movement. It incorporates shoulder straps.

I’ll wrap this up by pointing out that the product’s name indicates there are other sizes in the works and we’ll cover those once they are available.

ferroconcepts.com

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Mystery Ranch Announces Carry Forward Line at SHOT Show 26

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

As the long-standing leader in military load carriage, MYSTERY RANCH designs and builds packs for the mission and they haven’t stopped.

At SHOT Show, the brand introduced Carry Forward, a collection that reflects an important and intentional evolution but remains rooted in the brand’s core. Rather than a departure from MYSTERY RANCH’s military DNA, Carry Fordward is an extension of it.

The Carry Forward collection exists because proven designs don’t lose relevance when the uniform comes off. You’ll see some familiar silhouettes, styles that have been trusted by mission users for years. Some will exhibit expanded color offerings while other designs have been refined for this new role. All feature a common thread; these are the packs MYSTERY RANCH believes in enough to keep building, supporting, and evolving.

Two products in particular stood out.

The Blitz 30 returns with redesign, shifting away from overt external PALS webbing toward a sleeker exterior. Modularity hasn’t been removed, it’s been moved inside. Internal PALS and hook-and-loop fields allow users to configure their load without advertising it, a smart update that reflects how many people actually use these packs today.

The newest addition is the Rip Ruck 24, built around the same proven Rip-Zip opening that made the original successful. What’s changed is restraint. Cleaner lines, simplified external pocketing, and a more streamlined profile make it a quieter, more refined version of a pack that already worked.

The Carry Forward collection isn’t about chasing trends or compromising capability. It’s about recognizing that the best designs don’t need to be reinvented, just respected, refined, and carried into what comes next.

See the entire line at www.mysteryranch.com/Packs/Everyday-Carry/New.

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