Grey Ghost Precision is putting on a giveaway for the end of February. The Black Winter Giveaway features 3 prizes: a GGP MKII Light 556 rifle, a Billet AR-10 or AR-15 Receiver set (winner’s choice), or a G17 or G19 barrel (also winner’s choice). Three winners will be randomly selected and announced March 8th on Grey Ghost Precision Facebook and Instagram pages. You can enter the giveaway on GGP’s website here.
Recently, some questions arose regarding durability of the S&S Precision Gear Retention Track. Whether it’s improved design, materials, manufacturing techniques or how they come together to offer a better product, S&S Precision is constantly at work and the GRT is no exception. But before we discuss this latest version, it’s best to tell you about the history of the GRT product line.
Circa 2004
One of the founders of S&S Precision created his own solution for a rigid belt mounted magazine holster by cutting up and thermoforming an old Safariland holster that was used in multiple deployments.
2009
WeaponLink was created but did not have a S&S Precision proprietary system to mount to so BlackHawk!‘s Speed Clips and belt mount were used.
A Grenade Launcher Holster for the HK M320 was created, but also lacked a mounting system so BlackHawk! ‘s S.T.R.I.K.E. platform mount was used.
2010
The Kangaroo Insert was created due to the lack of positive magazine retention in kangaroo pouches found on LBT 6094 plate carrier
2011
The Holster Extender was created for Secret Service and was designed to be used exclusively with Safariland holsters. Safarliand’s Mid Ride UBL mount was used to mount the holster extender.
2012
S&S Precision began redesigning the kangaroo insert due to the labor-intensive process of the original product. Quickly, they realized that instead of just redesigning the kangaroo insert that if the method of magazine retention could be modular and transition from a plate carrier to a belt or webbing mount then it would provide end users with more load configuration options.
S&S Precision’s intent at the time was to provide a modular magazine holster. Once they developed the SMR’s (Skeletonized Magazine Retention) belt and webbing mount, S&S Precision realized that a proprietary mounting system had just been created that previous products could utilize. The resulting SMR belt mount was reminiscent of the original, repurposed Safariland holster created in 2004.
Belt and Webbing mounts were intentionally designed to breakaway under load (approximately 85lbs) so as to not pose as a snag hazard. (Slings, parachute lines, etc.)
2013-14
The SMR belt and webbing mount system was then renamed to Gear Retention Track (GRT) once the WeaponLink, Holster Extender, and Grenade Launcher Holster were updated to mount via GRT. It was decided that a superior variant of the system needed to be developed in order to accommodate its newfound role of being a platform in which weapon retention products would mount to and no longer required a breakaway load. The GRT Reinforced rail features a machined and type 2 hard coat anodized 7075 Aluminum rail and an Anti-Rattle Spring (ARS). The ARS applies constant tension to a GRT accessory’s track to eliminate any rattle that may result from the interface of aluminum components.
The GRT Reinforced belt adapter maintains the ability to be mounted on 1.50“, 1.75”, and 2.00” wide belts. Thick leather duty belts, commonly used by law enforcement, will weave through the GRT Reinforced belt adapter much easier than compared to its predecessor.
The GRT Reinforced webbing adapter mounts on a 2 row by 2 column field of MOLLE. It features a new locking mechanism, which captures the second row of MOLLE and acts very much like a dual side release buckle. Since the locking mechanism mirrors a dual side release buckle- both snap levers on the male webbing adapter must be manipulated in order for the female webbing adapter to release.
To learn more, visit www.sspgear.com/reinforced-grt.
All new in the Non-Stocking Non-Standard section from FirstSpear is the IFAK Pouch. These are brand new first quality goods from a government overrun and only available in Multicam while supplies last. Features a large hook and loop flap and a side release buckle for secondary retention which can be removed by the user. 6/9 attachment style. Made in the USA.
Approximately 7.5×5.5×3
www.first-spear.com/non-stocking-non-standard/ifak-pouch
For Immediate Release – Swansboro, NC – US manufacture of Battle Proven Tactical Gear™, High Speed Gear® is pleased to announce the addition of their versatile One-Quart Canteen Pouch to its military line of equipment.
This pouch is designed to fit standard-issue USGI canteens with canteen cups. The canteen pouch has plenty of room for both canteen and cup with an additional internal pouch for cup lid or small survival camping stove. The pouch cover and integrated bungee keep your contents secure while at the same time minimizing noise generated by loose contents. Users can rest assured that their contents will stay secured during typical rigorous activity they’re likely to encounter on military operations.
In addition to fitting standard size canteens, the One-Quart Canteen pouch is versatile enough to carry other items like stoves, MRE’s, or multiple rifle magazines. Eight MOLLE rows surrounding the pouch, provide additional ability to mount equipment such as Tourniquet TACOS, Medical Packs, or ammo pouches to keep all your equipment in easy reach. The included shoulder strap is the final piece to making the One-Quart Canteen adaptable enough to be a hiking pack, day bag, or satchel for any mission, canteen related or not.
“Some will think, it is just a standard canteen pouch; but when you add a perfect fit for both canteen and cup, with additional mission adaptability, then you have a piece of essential equipment you won’t want to leave behind.” Stated, Daniel Chaney, Senior Designer for HSGI
Key Features:
• Built with 1000D Cordura®, double-needle binding, and bar-tack reinforcement at stress points
• Utilizes a 1” side release buckle closure with optional Velcro® backup and Velcro® silencing flap
• Features (6) columns of laser-cut MOLLE across front and sides for attachment of small pouches or other items
• Includes adjustable shock cord to cinch down opening, as well as removable shoulder strap
• Features interior pocket for canteen cup lid
• Available in black, coyote brown, OD green, MultiCam® and MultiCam® Black
Dimensions – 6” x 4” x 9” (216 cubic in)
Weight – 7.36 oz
MSRP: $ 48.00
For more information please visit: www.highspeedgear.com
1979–Laser Products Corporation LPC Model 7
The Laser Products LPC Model 7 created the tactical laser sight market and fostered a generation of WeaponLights that would bear the SureFire name. Integrating a Helium-Neon laser light with a Colt Trooper .357 Magnum, it became popular with SWAT and special forces units, leading Laser Products Corporation to develop laser sights for other firearms commonly used by military and law enforcement agencies. Between 1979 and 1984 Laser Products released laser sights for such models as the Remington 870, Ruger Mini-14, Heckler & Koch MP5 and Colt M16.
NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 20, 2019) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the exclusive sponsorship of the Second Annual SIG SAUER Relentless Warrior Championship set for Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the SIG SAUER Academy (SSA) in Epping, New Hampshire.
The SIG SAUER Relentless Warrior Championship is the premier competitive shooting championship for America’s future military leaders. Over 100 cadets from the United States Air Force, Naval, and Coast Guard Academies, Virginia Military Institute (VMI), West Point, and Texas A&M will gather to compete against one another through a high-level skills course to be named the “Ultimate Warrior.”
Chad Barber, Match Director, and Firearms Logistic Manager, SIG SAUER Academy, began, “this year SIG SAUER is raising the bar to deliver a first-class competition for our nation’s future leaders and warriors. We have planned for an intense day of competition with a tough course of fire through six mission stages that will test the marksmanship and leadership skills of these young cadets.”
For the 2019 SIG SAUER Relentless Warrior Championship, Team SIG members, and professional competitive shooters Max Michel, Lena Miculek, and Daniel Horner will serve as honorary match safety officers, Team SIG will also provide shooting clinics and demonstrations for the match participants.
“At SIG we feel a deep sense of responsibility to the future of our nation’s military leaders and we are honored to encourage their development as marksmen and leaders through our sponsorship of this elite competition,” added Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.
The SIG SAUER Academy is located at 233 Exeter Road, Epping, New Hampshire.
February 21, 2019 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. will be attending Experience Federal Resources on February 26th, 2019 at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, MD. Visit B.E. Meyers & Co. at booth #56 to talk to a member of the team, and to learn more about their innovative technologies engineered to improve the capabilities of the modern warfighter. They will be exhibiting the MAWL®-DA (Modular Advanced Weapon Laser-Direct Action); the IZLID® series of IR and SWIR laser pointers/illuminators; the GLARE® series of Ocular Interruption lasers for Hail and Warning (including the GLARE RECOIL® JETDS identifier LA-22/U, and the GLARE HELIOS); as well as the BOARS®-M2 optics and accessories rail for the M2 platform.
To schedule a meeting with the B.E. Meyers & Co. Team at Experience Federal Resources, please email info@bemeyers.com.
Tactical Distributors has introduced a new, price conscious performance polo.
Features:
Breathable
Stretch
Moisture wicking
Lightweight
Easy Iron
Self-fabric collar
Standard fit
Easy to embellish with Embroidery or Screenprint
www.tacticaldistributors.com/products/td-active-polo
