SIG Optics had their contender for the USSOCOM Squad-Variable Powered Scope solicitation. It is a 1-6x intended for use out to 600m. It is seen here mounted to a SIG716-G2.
It is a variant of their commercially available Tango 6 optic, with final assembly in their Oregon plant. Additionally, they manufacture the mount there. The optic also comes with a throw lever installed.
Interestingly, it is a second focal plane scope. The contract had a small business set aside for first focal plane submissions, while the second focal plane versions are a full and open competition. If you’re wondering why there’s even a second focal plane option, it’s because the customer wanted the dot to be crisp and visible, even in full daylight.
The optic is a red dot, with a SOCOM-specified reticle. At the intensity setting, you can lock out the dot.
Although they have not made a final decision on naming convention, you will be able to purchase a version of this optic. Options will include tube color, reticle and first or second focal plane.
UF PRO’s Boonie Hat Gen 2 features a stiffener in the brim, Mesh sections in the crown as well as an Internal pocket as well as a draw cord. Additionally, there is Velcro for IR patches.
The Boonie Hat Gen 2 will be available later this Spring in the whole line of UF PRO colorways.
Update: here’s another photo for those of you who couldn’t discern the difference between the hat and background.
Ashland, OR (03/06/2018) – Massif, a world-leader in Flame Resistant apparel for the U.S. Military, Wildland Firefighters, the SAR community and more, is excited to announce the release of their video-short, The Massif Story: Keep Going. Ashland, Oregon’s Jared Cruce Studio made the five-minute film, the first of a three-part series.
The intent behind the project is to broaden Massif’s brand vision, explain the company’s history, and their unique symbiosis with Antex Knitting Mills, and Matchmaster Dyeing and Finishing in Los Angeles. This partnership puts them in a strong position within the Flame Resistant Manufacturing industry that the competition can’t match. Daniel Tenenblatt, Executive V.P. at Massif, talks about the early days of Massif and Antex. “One of the founders of Massif flew down for the day from Ashland, with just a backpack. No one at Antex knew who he was. He had a great idea, saying,” “we’re going to make flame resistant garments and we’re going to sell them to the military.”
Antex/Matchmaster’s long history in the apparel industry, their solid circular knitting and finishing knowledge, and key abilities, paired with Massif’s outdoor and protective apparel experience since 1999, does indeed make them a hot commodity in the FR gear space. Steve Tacy, Director of Textiles and Technology points out in the film that, “Massif was founded based on fundamental principles, that there was a way to bridge the gap between world-class outdoor apparel and fully flame protective gear for the U.S. military.”
Massif began when a couple of SAR guys working in the Grand Tetons, were unhappy with their FR gear. It was bulky, uncomfortable, and lacked the performance characteristics they needed to do their jobs properly. So, out of a garage in a small Southern Oregon town, they decided to make their own gear and Massif has grown from those modest beginnings to one of the world’s preeminent manufacturers of high-end flame-resistant gear. Noelle Christensen, GM added in the film, “We learned from the outdoor industry and took those ideas and improved the performance of the fabrics and showed the military there was a way to make the gear better.”
The remainder of 2018 will bring two more short films from Massif and Jared Cruce Studio as the two work jointly to increase Massif’s brand awareness and gain momentum for 2019 and the company’s twenty year anniversary.
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The Tarsier Eclipse ™ is the most advanced Night Vision Goggle (NVG) accessory on the market, allowing the operator to see objects from 18″ to infinity at the same time and without loss of clarity. Think of this amazing product as an “otter box” for the very expensive optic lenses found on NVGs. Not only will it help protect your investment, but it will also allow you to see clearly throughout the entire operation without constant adjustment. Simply adjust your Tarsier Eclipse aperture to the ambient lighting condition to enjoy the clarity and focus throughout the operation.
• Provides the ability to see objects at all distances without adjusting the focus on Night Vision Goggles.
• Infinitely variable from open to close to allow the optimal amount of light into the NVGs and maintain auto-focus capability.
• Clear front sacrificial lens to protect the lens of NVGs and prevent dust and debris from entering apparatus.
• Rapid adaptation to ambient light by turning the adjustment ring, opening or closing the iris.
• Easy and secure attachment to end of NVGs.
The Tarsier Eclipse are also NAVAIR approved. The 25lb test laynard comes standard on all Tarsier Eclipses’ but tested
Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s most innovative illumination tools, will be exhibiting at both the IWA Outdoor Classic and Enforce Tac shows March 7-12 in Nuremberg, Germany. With over 1,500 exhibitors, the IWA Outdoor Classics Show is one of the largest international trade shows for hunting, shooting sports, and outdoor equipment for professionals and civilians alike. SureFire will be displaying their best-in-class illumination tools, hearing protection, and several new additions to its extensive product line. To check out SureFire’s products, be sure to visit booth #9-518 at IWA, and the Pol-Tec booth #10.1-502 at Enforce Tac.
In this episode, John Spears of Forge Tactical discusses many misconceptions of red dot sights on handguns.
John “Doc” Spears is a former 18 Delta Special Operations Medic and sniper who served in the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne). He has worked in counter-insurgency/counter narco-terrorism and interdiction projects throughout Central and South America. He specializes in small unit tactics and sniper operations and is a master shoothouse instructor. He is a defense industry consultant and trainer for multiple manufacturers including many of the Forge Tactical sponsors. After leaving active duty and completing his education he returned to the defense and training industry and became a student of Pat Rogers. He subsequently became Pat’s assistant instructor and began teaching all advanced tactical courses with EAG in 2009. Chappy joined them soon after. Doc and Chappy formed Forge Tactical in 2017 after Pat’s death to continue the mission of training America’s armed protectors.
