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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Squadron Smock Now Available in Multicam Arid

Friday, February 18th, 2022

Now available in Multicam Arid— check out the Squadron Smock, an exceptionally popular garment from FS which has maintained its classic design matched with modern high performance materials. The dual layer MID 400 merino package is used throughout the hood, back and shoulders as well as two zippered hand pockets.

With over 18 total pockets this smock serves a load bearing vest style capability many outer garments could not support. An oversized hood works great over the top of a bump lid or helmet.

FirstSpear has also used a low profile padding through the elbow and forearm finished with extra large adjustable cuffs. Webbing attachment points on the back and hood can be used to secure a pack like the ECP or even add foliage for concealment. Like most FirstSpear products the Squadron Smock is 100% American made and Berry Compliant.

Additionally, we offer our popular Wind Cheater in Multicam Arid as well.

For more information, check out www.first-spear.com/squadron-smock or www.first-spear.com/wind-cheater

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Blackhawk To Sponsor Zach Rodman Throughout Tactical Games

Thursday, February 17th, 2022

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – February 17, 2022 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, is pleased to sponsor tactical athlete Zach Rodman during this year’s Tactical Games. Rodman’s first competition of the nine-match season will be at the Tactical Games Meridian, held February 19-20 in Meridian, Mississippi.

Outside of competition, Rodman has been a police officer for 15 years in Kokomo, Indiana. Rodman holds the rank of lieutenant and has been a member of the Kokomo SWAT Team for 12 years and a UC drug task force member for seven years. A family man, Rodman also coaches his son’s baseball team and is involved in the Kokomo community.

“The Tactical Games provide an arena where competitors can test their decision making, training, equipment and mental approach,” Rodman said. “The community surrounding the Tactical Games is second to none. Everyone learns from everyone. It’s not often that you find a sport in which a competitor lends advice to another competitor. I believe these athletes help each other because they understand that elevating those around them is one of the most important things in life. Many competitors are servants in their everyday professions, so it’s really no surprise.”

Throughout the season, Rodman will be running Blackhawk T-Series holsters and new Foundation Series Tac Nylon gear, including plater carrier, belt and pouches. Blackhawk’s T-Series holsters with leg straps are optimally designed to maintain proper holster position and security as competitors navigate unconventional obstacles throughout the Tactical Games. “Our team is outfitted with the same T-Series holster, so it’s important to me to maintain a consistent draw between competition and work,” said Rodman. “The T-Series leg strap adapter lets my leg move naturally but still secures the mid-ride holster to my leg when I run.”

Foundation Series Tac Nylon gear gives competitors some of the lightest weight gear in its class without sacrificing durability or modularity, which is critical to maintaining speed and endurance while wearing heavy plater carriers. “On the carrier, the shoulders straps are flat in the chest area, which helps prevent the sling from snagging and allows for good placement of the stock while shooting,” said Rodman. “It’s a minimalist design that allows you to build it for the task at hand.”

Blackhawk will follow Rodman as he competes throughout the Tactical Games, which culminates November 5-6 at the Tactical Games National Championship at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, Texas.

Attendees at the upcoming Tactical Games Meridian will be able visit the Blackhawk booth to check out T-Series holsters and Foundation Series Tac Nylon gear. Based on podium position, winners in each category will have the opportunity to win a Foundation Series gun belt, IFAK pouch and dump pouch, or a Blackhawk holster.

“I have used everything from Blackhawk – from gloves, to holsters, to bags – for years as a police officer,” Rodman said. “I finally tore the pair of SOLAG hard knuckle gloves I was issued ten years prior. That same dependability has been consistent across the board with Blackhawk gear.”

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MYSTERY RANCH Company Leadership Evolves

Thursday, February 17th, 2022

Founders Maintain Ownership while Assuming Strategic Board RoleBozeman, Mont. (Feb. 17, 2022) – MYSTERY RANCH, the industry-leading pack company built on a heritage of comfortable load carriage, function, and durability for people who have a mission to accomplish, announces changes to its organizational structure and executive leadership roles. Dana Gleason and Renée Sippel-Baker founded MYSTERY RANCH in 2000 with the vision to build the best load-bearing packs in the world. Twenty-two years later, the founding duo will pass the baton of senior leadership and assume roles as Board of Directors. They will oversee the strategic vision and execution of the annual plan of operation through a new Executive Team structure.

MYSTERY RANCH Owners Dana Gleason and Renée Sippel-Baker“MYSTERY RANCH forever!” said MYSTERY RANCH Co-Founder Dana Gleason. “For 22 years, we’ve been committed to doing things right. Doing it right means building the best loading bearing packs in the world, meeting our customers’ needs and the needs of the people right here, the Ranchers. We are still a deeply weird company, and our mission remains the same.”

Renée Sippel-Baker echoed Gleason’s sentiment in saying, “We are actually a human resources company that happens to make great backpacks. It’s the people here that make the difference, and together, we make a difference for our customers, and that’s not going to change.”

In the spirit of meeting the company’s growing needs, Gleason and Sippel-Baker will remain complete owners and oversee the company’s strategic vision. Alex Kutches, the long-time VP of Sales and Marketing, will assume the role of President and will work closely with the Board and the rest of the Executive Team to implement the Board’s strategic direction and execute the annual plan.

Alex Kutches shared, “We have an excellent team here at MYSTERY RANCH. This team has successfully accomplished our original set of strategic objectives, and we have our sights set on sharing our brand promise with more people across the globe in our core businesses of Outdoor, Military, Hunting, and Fire.”

The new organizational structure will include Bob Freeman as VP Product and Operations and Steve Fink as the VP of Finance. Ben Nobel was recently promoted to Director of Sales for North America’s Outdoor and Hunting business channels.

“What a long, strange trip it’s been.”

~ Jerry Garcia and Dana Gleason

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SIG SAUER Introduces New Caliber with P365-380

Thursday, February 17th, 2022

NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 17, 2022) – SIG SAUER is pleased to bring a new caliber to the award winning P365 series of pistols. The long awaited P365 chambered in .380 is finally here – creating a new, softer shooting experience for an easier handling micro-compact option for everyday carry.

“The SIG SAUER P365 is the most popular concealed carry pistol on the market today. We have shipped millions of these pistols and until now it has only been available in one caliber,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “The P365-380 uses the same grip module and fire control unit as the legacy P365 with a lightened slide, a 380 barrel, and a lighter recoil spring making it easier to rack for an overall exceptionally smooth handling experience. This pistol was designed for everyone but is an ideal option for shooters with smaller hands, as well as those who find the manipulation and recoil management of larger caliber pistols challenging.”

The SIG SAUER P365-380 is a striker fired pistol chambered in 380 with a 10+1 capacity. This micro-compact pistol features a modular polymer grip module, optic-ready stainless-steel slide with Nitron finish, a curved striker trigger, and dovetail SIGLITE night sights. The P365-380 is also available with a manual safety and ships with (2) ten-round magazines.

P365-380:
Caliber: 380 AUTO
Overall length: 5.8 inches
Overall height: 4.2 inches
Overall width: 1.0 inches (1.1 inches w/manual safety)
Barrel length: 3.1 inches
Sight Radius: 4.9 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 15.7 oz.

The SIG SAUER P365-380 is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the P365-380 or watch the product video with Phil Strader, Director, Product Management visit sigsauer.com.

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MATBOCK – CFA Duffle & Berserker v3 Plate Carrier

Thursday, February 17th, 2022

As we continue to go over the new products launched by MATBOCK at SHOT Show, we go over the CFA Duffle and Berserker v3 Plate Carrier.

CFA Duffle

Finally! A durable and lightweight duffle bag is here! The CFAD duffle easily holds a long weekend’s worth of gear and is made with our extremely durable Ghost Heavy material. This bag easily meets all airline and train requirements for a carry on bag. The Ghost Heavy material will keep your gear dry from inclement weather and is durable enough to resist ripping, punctures and abrasions. 100% made in the USA

Features:

– Made from our Ghost Heavy material for superior puncture, rip, and abrasion-resistance. Ghost Heavy will not absorb water, chemicals, or pathogens and can be sanitized without degradation of the material.

– Large angled zipper gives you access to the entire volume of the bag with ease

– Handles and straps made from MILSPEC webbing. Shoulder strap attached with snap hooks for ease of use and replacement.

Spec:

Dimensions: 58cm L x 30.48cm W x 25cm H / 20 L” x 12 W” x 10 H“

Weights: 0.861826kg / 1.9lbs

Volume: 2379 cu.in. / 39L

Material: Ghost Heavy

Berserker v3 Plate Carrier

It’s here! Introducing the Berserker V3, our lightweight, durable and hydrophobic plate carrier. Made from our Ghost material the Berserker V3 is strong, lightweight, and does not absorb water, sweat, or chemicals-making it ideal for maritime and tropical environments. Additionally, our Ghost material transfers heat away from your body, keeping you cooler and reducing your overall thermal signature. Weighing only 14 ounces, the Berserker V3 comes with everything you need; 5.56 magazine insert, a zipper insert for the kangaroo pouch, dual radio pouches, side armor plate pockets, shoulder pads, and a reinforced drag handle. The Berserker V3 fits a variety of plates due to four way stretch material and comes in a swimmer cut or SAPI / ESAPI version.

Features:

– Customize your carrier to suit your needs via precision laser cut Molle

– Includes a three 5.56 magazine insert and zipper insert for the kangaroo pouch

– 4-way stretch material to allow a variety of plates to fit in the carrier.

– Two sewn-in radio pouches that disperse heat

– Ghost and Ghost Lite can be sanitized without compromising the integrity of the material

NSN: 8470-01-686-0378

MATBOCK Products are handmade to order, so lead times can vary. Please contact orders@matbock.com with questions on current production lead times.

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U.S. Defense Logistics Agency Awards Helmet Contract to Avon Protection

Wednesday, February 16th, 2022

Avon Protection is pleased to announce the award of a contract to supply the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency with the second-generation Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH).

The ACH compliments Avon Protection’s market leading ballistic helmet product portfolio with a polyethylene solution that is comfortable and lightweight whilst still providing exceptional performance. The ACH and its commercial derivatives, including the F90 helmet, leverage Avon Protection’s helmet shell moulding capabilities and retention system with Team Wendy’s helmet liner system technologies to deliver world class protection-to-weight ballistic helmets to the modern warfighter.

The contract has a maximum value of $204 million over a five-year duration, being a one-year base period with a maximum value of $46 million plus four further one-year extension options. The base year has a minimum value of $7 million.

Commenting on the contract award, Steve Elwell, President EMEA & AP, said:

“This is another significant, multi-year helmet contract for Avon Protection and builds on our longstanding history as the incumbent provider of ballistic helmet technology to the U.S. Armed Forces.

This contract reflects the continued confidence and reliance on Avon Protection to supply products of the highest quality and performance to protect armed forces around the world.”

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MATBOCK – KIBISIS 2-Day Assault Pack

Wednesday, February 16th, 2022

MATBOCK released a slew of new products at SHOT Show and we are going to start breaking them down here on SSD. First up is the KIBISIS 2-Day Assault Pack.

We are very proud to introduce our two day assault pack which was created to answer several needed requirements across the military branches and Law enforcement. Some specific requirements were to hold more gear while remaining light weight and water resistant.

The ability to hold a fully loaded helmet while remaining easily accessible and finally to have a smaller modular pouch with a shoulder strap that can be zipped on or off depending on the mission. This bag is so special and versatile we named it the “Kibisis” after the mythical bag that the Greek demi-god Perseus carried Medusa’s head in. The Kibisis is built to last and reinforced so it can also be jumpable making it one of the most versatile 2 day assault bags on the market.

-Contains MATBOCK’s external water seal antenna ports that can be closed when not in use

– Secondary pack for extra storage can also be unzipped and used separately

– Side pouches with compression straps are large enough to hold a standard Nalgene bottle

– Lightweight but durable construction

– Jumpable pack with enough space to support your operations

Specs:

Dimensions: 16.5” H x 11.75” W x 8.5” D
Weights: 2 LBS 3 OZ (992.23 grams)
Volume: 1,769 cubic inches (29L)
Material: Ghost and Ghost light

MATBOCK Products are handmade to order, so lead times can vary. Please contact orders@matbock.com with questions on current production lead times.

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SITKA Arrowhead MLX Hoody- MDWi in MultiCam

Wednesday, February 16th, 2022

SITKA Arrowhead announces a limited sale opportunity on an exclusive colorway of the MLX Hoody- MDWi.

The initial release of the MultiCam version of this Polartec® Alpha® active insulated Hoody is offered exclusively within the US through O P Tactical and in Canada via Millbrook.

Exceptionally lightweight, breathable, and compressible the MLX Hoody-MDWi performs equally well as a standalone piece or as a midlayer in conjunction with a Wet Weather Protective solution.

Utilizing Polartec® Alpha® Direct insulation for optimal temperature regulation during the start-stop conditions of combat, and Brookwood AREOLITE H600 30d Nylon Ripstop face fabric for enhanced breathability, SITKA Arrowhead has produced a high performing, lightweight piece you will find yourself never deploying without.

Find your size today at O P Tactical or Millbrook.

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