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SHOT Show 17 – Velocity Systems Overview

Tuesday, January 24th, 2017

In case you missed Velocity Systems at SHOT Show, here are five great new products. We’ll have more detailed articles on each one soon but I can tell you that if you already like the SCARAB LT, you’re going to love the SCARAB DLX.

The Placard Chest Rig Adapter is made with Helium Whisper and designed to turn their placards into a chest rig (attach placard to Chest Rig Adapter and clip into their H Harness using ITW Buckles).

The Tactical Back Panel was designed to be used in conjunction with any of their chest rigs. If the Plate Sleeve is used the kit can hold both front and back hard armor plates (Plate Sleeve and Chest Rigs sold separately). The panel includes an internal plate pocket and separate hydration bladder pocket.

The Mayflower Jungle Kit is designed to provide a load carriage solution for the hot, wet jungle environment. Features include an H-harness with removable padding, a sternum strap and pouch options. The pouches were designed around the amount and type of equipment usually needed for long duration jungle patrolling. All the pouches feature the Helium Whisper attachment system (zero water absorbency) and large diameter drain holes.

The 48 Hour Assault Pack Includes an integrated hydration bladder sleeve, small pocket for cell phone or PDA, PALS webbing on left exterior side, water bottle compression sleeve on right exterior side and an open top compression pocket on front.

The SCARAB™ DLX is Velocity Systems top of the line carrier in innovative technology and comfort. Weighing in at 1.6 lbs., the SCARAB ™ DLX is 20% lighter than the already ultra-light SCARAB ™ LT. The new design includes an interior frame built to put space between your body and the carrier for passive cooling and blunt trauma reduction. The revolutionary material used prevents the MOLLE capable triangles from long-term distortion or loss of shape. The ergonomically designed and adjustable padded shoulder straps articulate on a D-ring allowing them to sit correctly and comfortably on any user, regardless of neck width or shoulder broadness. The SCARAB™ DLX includes Integrated SwiftClip® buckles for rapid don/doff of auxiliary chest worn equipment (i.e. Chest Rigs and SwiftClip® Placards), and secure plate pockets that have Velcro® brand fasteners on the closure flap as well as on the interior plate strap.

All materials and workmanship are 100% made in the USA.

SHOT Show 17 – ADS Inc / Raptor Products

Tuesday, January 24th, 2017

ADS Inc exhibited the Raptor Products Weapon Weapon Mounting and Display System at SHOT Show. What I like about this system is that it offers so many different options for securing weapons of various sizes. Raptor has come up with multiple fixtures to secure weapons via different weapon components.

In fact, they offer so many different options, each one would require its own article. Take for example the Picatinny mount. As the name implies, it grabs the weapon by the Picatinny Rail. 

This video shows it in action.

Raptor has also developed an off-road Holster system for the GLOCK which will attach to an ATV’s rollbar.

Raptor Products are available for Unit and Agency orders from ADS Inc.

SHOT Show 17 – Blue Force Gear Klaux Plate Carrier

Monday, January 23rd, 2017

Blue Force Gear’s new Klaux Plate Carrier is the latest evolution in its PLATEminus Plate Carrier line. The KLAUX sets itself apart from other armor carrier systems currently available by using a patent-pending quick attach buckle. This distinct emergency-release system is built directly into the front attachment points of the vest. This allows the vest to immediately release and can easily be shed when the user pulls the release cable (conveniently hidden beneath the chin protector.)


The KLAUX Plate Carrier also greatly reduces reassembly time. Rather than spending up to 30 minutes for reassembly, most end users can reassemble the KLUAX Plate Carrier in as little as 30 seconds, which means that this carrier can easily be used in training where the user becomes familiar with the exact carrier they will be using in the field.

www.blueforcegear.com

High Speed Gear Holsters

Sunday, January 22nd, 2017

Yep, you read that right.

Coming soon from High Speed Gear, Kydex OWB Holsters for GLOCK and Smith & Wesson. IWB holsters and additional fits will be released in phases. We should see a pretty good HSGI holsters lineup before the end of 2017. Available in sub-compact, compact, and full size; each Glock holster will fit various sized Glocks, including Glock 20 and 21.

www.highspeedgear.com

SHOT Show 17 – Tactical Tailor Jetboil Pouch

Saturday, January 21st, 2017

The Jetboil stove is one of the most popular field items for Soldiers. This pouch from Tactical Tailor pouch will hold any of the Jetboil stoves as well as an individual meal.

It incorporates a roll top and two SR buckle closure. The pouch is a really straight forward design which attaches via MALICE clips.

Available now in Coyote, Black, Wolf Grey and MultiCam.

www.tacticaltailor.com

SHOT Show – Grey Ghost Gear

Friday, January 20th, 2017

The Super Dave GT Sling from Grey Ghost Gear is wicked light at 2.2 oz. It’s also swoopy, what with the laser cut holes to cut the air while you bring your gun to bear. Additionally, they’ve incorporated Velcro in order to accept nametags or your favorite moral patch.

Available now in Blaxk and Coyote. Also available without the aerodynamic laser cut holes for you squares who don’t want to look cool. In case you can’t tell, I like the version with the holes.

www.greyghostgear.com

SHOT Show 17 – Tactical Tailor

Friday, January 20th, 2017

This is a completely new pack from Tactical Tailor. While not the final product, it is made from LiteLok, 70D Nylon and a laminate which they laser cut.

It is a hybrid top/panel loader with a 3/4 zip lid and two zippers along the rear of the pack. There is also a shock cord for external storage. Additionally, the padded yoke system uses airmesh and the external laminate has holes for ventilation.

Externally, there are two side pockets and a larger utility pocket at the rear. Each of the pockets and the lid feature a field of PALS compatible laser cut grid. The rear utility pocket will open up in order to accept a helmet in conjunction with the shock cord. All of the zippers are water repellent. I also like the new laser cut zipper pulls.

Look for this as-yet-unnamed pack in the Spring.

www.tacticaltailor.com

SHOT Show 17 – LBT Inc Booth Overview

Friday, January 20th, 2017

Quick look at some of the gear at the LBT booth.

Lightweight modular Carrier designed and developed in conjunction with Jason Falla from RB1, carrier has updated materials for overall comfort and fit featuring a tab system cummerbund adjustment as well

Quad release carrier developed for DHS as a request for an alternative to some carriers currently on the market. The release mechanism features a push or pull release with a minimal footprint in an effort to save valuable real-estate. The goal will be to offer this release system with all 6094 series by LBT as well as other carriers an end user may own

Streamlined top loading ruck w/ bottom access, available in different deniers of nylon as well as maritime friendly materials. Can be used with ALICE frame or enhanced jumpable frame.

www.lbtinc.com