Thyrm’s limited edition Big Axe Patch is back in a cool new crimson colorway. Get one for your collection for free with purchase. As with previous colors, when they are gone, they’re gone.
Limited to stock on hand, not available with other discounts or offers.
Use code: BIGAXEPATCH (min. spend $39)
Featuring a 2.7″ straight edge sheepsfoot blade made from 7Cr17MoV with satin finish, the Quadrant incorporates a frame lock and bamboo handle. Also available with a G10 composite handle.
It relies on a finger flip to open and incorporates a pocket clip for secure carry.
www.gerbergear.com/New/Quadrant-Bamboo
WTF are pleased to offer solution dyed ranger green as our latest color in 58″ wide ACRONYM (Advanced Composite Rugged Optimized NYlon Material) 500D / 500D nylon laminate fabric.
ACRONYM laminate fabric was developed specifically for laser cut applications. Black, ranger green, and coyote brown are made with solution dyed, milspec fabrics. Multicam ACRONYM is made with genuine Multicam fabrics.
Made in the USA from USA made materials. Berry compliant. Ships rolled. 18oz / sq yard
Manufactured with Invista Cordura nylon; this elastic is IR compliant, abrasion resistant, and will color match beautifully with other textiles made from Invista Cordura.
In stock and ready to ship
And congrats to Dave Tomlinson on his 30 years of service to the brand!
SWANSBORO, NC (July 2019) – High Speed Gear® has been awarded the contract to provide Infantry Combat Equipment (PM ICE), Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) with 150,000 double rifle magazine pouches. The HSGI® X2R TACO® MOLLE Pouch was chosen for its preferred functionality, versatility and weight.
The HSGI® X2R TACO® will handle any type of rifle magazines. The Double Decker® design allows the user to carry 2 magazines in a single pouch that takes up only 3” of horizontal space on the platform. The X2R uses injection-molded polymer brackets, Cordura® front and back, shock cord lacing, and a thin HDPE separator to ensure adjustability and user perfect fit to maximize deployment capabilities.
“Over the years, all branches of the military have used High Speed Gear. We are honored to have been selected by the United States Marine Corps to provide 150,000 X2R TACO® pouches as the solution for the requested modular double rifle magazine pouch,” said Bill Babboni, vice president of sales and operations. “It was exciting to learn that HSGI was selected especially since Marine preference played a sizable part in the selection process.”
For over 20 years, High Speed Gear® has been dedicated to building the best American-made tactical gear with distinct and innovative products such as the TACO® and the Sure-Grip® Padded Belt. Our products are designed for the highest level of comfort, functionality, versatility and are always user driven to meet the operational needs of a wide variety of end users.
FORT BENNING, Georgia — Army Rangers here are evaluating three Mystery Ranch backpack variations by jumping out of U.S. Air Force C–130 Hercules aircraft.
The three commercial off the shelf variants tested by Soldiers with the 75th Ranger Regiment’s 3rd Battalion included an Assault Pack, Patrol Pack, and Recce Pack.
Forty-seven Soldiers from the 75th Regimental Special Troops Battalion conducted 45 static line infiltration training jumps on Benning’s Fryar Drop Zone, using the backpacks as part of their combat equipment load.
The new backpacks range from 3,200 cubic inches for the Assault pack to 6,200 cubic inches for the Recce pack, according to Lt. Col. Dave Dykema, with the U.S. Army Operational Test Command’s (OTC) Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOTD) based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
He said the new backpack variations provide modularity to support various mission requirements not supported by the Army’s legacy All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment (ALICE) backpack.
“The ABNSOTD was professional and user friendly,” said Capt. Joshia Auerbach, the 75th’s Regimental Air Officer.
“They responded to our need rapidly, and tested the equipment in a manner that was quick and efficient for the Ranger Regiment, expertly incorporating testing into our training schedule.”
“These rucksacks provide a modern load carrying solution that can now be certified for static line airborne operations,” said Staff Sgt. Jake Leveille, 75th Regimental Air NCO.
Spec. Thomas Lewis, Squad Rifleman, said he understood the importance of operational testing the new backpacks.
“Participating in this test provided me with insight on how the Army ensures our equipment is safe and suitable, before fielding it to the force,” he said.
“Soldiers enjoy getting involved in training hard during operational testing,” said Dykema.
“They have the opportunity to operate and offer up their own suggestions on pieces of equipment that can impact development of systems that future Soldiers will use in support of combat missions,” he added.
Highly-instrumented test drops help test overall survivability of equipment used during airborne operations, according to Dykema.
By SFC Ian Seymour, Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate, U.S. Army Operational Test Command
Editor’s Note: The test packs are the SPEAR program packs, selected for issue by USSOCOM which were being certified for static line jumps.
Saturday’s launch of the “Expedition 60” space mission from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan honored the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landings. It also marked a significant milestone of international cooperation as a crew consisting of a US astronaut, a Russian cosmonaut and an Italian astronaut embarked for a mission aboard the International Space Station. If you didn’t get a chance to view the live stream of the launch, you can watch NASA’s recording of it here.
The launch broadcast was also significant for another reason. In a pre-recorded interview COL Morgan was seen wearing the “Class B” version of the new Army Green Service Uniform. In the screen grab image below you can see some of the notable features of the AGSU shirt and tie combination. Note the khaki-tan color of the shirt and the dark olive drab color of the Officer’s Style side-cap, the slip-on shoulder rank insignia, and the tie. Also noteworthy is the scalloped shirt pocket flaps that reflect the traditional style of the WWII era Army dress uniform.
The Army Green Service Uniform is scheduled to be available for purchase at Army Exchange Service stores in April 2020, and to be issued to Soldiers upon completion of Advanced Individual Training in July 2020. At the present time the uniform is going through a wear-test phase and some details, such as the final shirt fabric, are still being worked out.
We wish COL Morgan and his colleagues aboard the ISS a successful mission and a safe return to earth. In the meantime, we also look forward to continuing to bring you further information about the Army Service Green Uniform. Follow Flying Cross on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date, and also visit our dedicated web site for further info: www.GoAGSU.com
(Photo credits: NASA)
Note: This article was modified to exclude details about short fabric as a final material decision has not yet been made by the US Army.
ZEV Citadel slide
The Citadel slide by ZEV Technologies is the latest addition to its popular line of Glock aftermarket slides. Machined from 17-4 stainless steel billet, the Citadel is offered in Black DLC or Titanium Gray and comes pre-cut for a Trijicon RMR. Available in Gen 3, 4 and 5 for the Glock 17 and 19 models.
Unique features include angled serrations located at the front and rear of the slide to provide a positive grip by naturally moving your hand downward, whether gripping from the front or the back while manipulating the slide, performing press checks or during malfunction clearing drills.
The top of the slide is finished with micro-channels to reduce glare while aiming down the sights. The Citadel is windowless, making it perfect for duty or conceal carry.
ZEV Citadel Slide features:
• Machined from 17-4 Stainless steel billet
• Lowered ejection port to aid in ejection of brass
• Match grade, precision milled tolerances that are tighter than factory
• Improved accuracy and grouping performance upon installation
• DLC or PVD coatings offered have a Rockwell hardness rating above that of factory coatings
• RMR adapter plate included
ZEV PRO Barrel
ZEV Technologies PRO Barrels offer a smooth exterior and a streamlined hood design that incorporates the ZEV logo slashes and caliber marking. Offered in Black DLC or Burnt Bronze, threaded and non-threaded for Glock 17 (Gen 1-4) and Glock 19 (Gen 1-5) models. The PRO barrel line features extremely tight tolerances and are manufactured with pre-hardened chromium stainless steel (416R) that was originally designed for use in Match Grade rifle barrels. This material provides high tensile strength and toughness to withstand typical chamber pressures while still being highly corrosion resistant.
ZEV PRO barrel bores are some of the most precise in the industry. Every barrel is double honed (rough and finish) until a minimum surface finish of 16 RA is reached. During this process the barrels are held to a final dimension of +/- 0.003″ for consistency and accuracy.
The barrels are cut rifled and 100% inspected for groove dimensions and broach finish. Available standard and threaded with ½ x 28 suppressor threading.
ZEV PRO Barrel specs:
• 416R Rifle Barrel Quality Stainless Steel
• Match grade drop in barrel
• Final dimension of +/- 0.003? for consistency and accuracy
• SAAMI spec. Match chambers
• Rifled with a 1 in 10? twist rate
