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Grey Ghost Gear – Minimalist Plate Carrier

Thursday, August 22nd, 2013

GGG Minimalist Chest Rig

Grey Ghost Gear has released their new Minimalist Plate Carrier. Designed for low profile wear or contingency carry, the MPC is thin and light enough to wear beneath a cover garment or keep on standby in a ready kit. It’s designed for 10 x 12 hard plates or large ESAPI plates and the plate pockets are lined with LiteLok pack cloth for abrasion resistance. The MPC features six rows of PALS-style webbing with built-in matching loop material on the top three rows for the option of attaching patches or ID panels. The front of the carrier features a discreet stash pocket for small items one would need immediate access to, such as maps, medevac cards, knives, etc. The MPC is designed as one-size-fits-most, with adjustable shoulder straps and integrated elastic side straps. The inside faces of the carrier are lined with Air Mesh for comfort and breathability. The MCP is available in Coyote Brown and MultiCam.

www.greyghostgear.com/rigs/minimalist-plate-carrier-large

SPECOPS.PL Introduces New Ultra-Lekki Plate Carrier

Sunday, August 18th, 2013

Fotograf: Krzysztof Magolon/www.afoto.pl tel. 509 982 594

Ultra-Lekki Plate Carrier – or Ultra Light PC is SPECOPS.PL’s answer to the latest move toward webbing free PALS compatible carriers.

Consisting of a dual 750D Cordura laminate, the carrier is designed to carry two SAPI plates with the option of attaching side plates via MOLLE pouches.

Available in two sizes which corresponds to small/medium and large/x-large plates, the carrier weighs in at less than 400g.

Available in all SPECOPS colors.

www.specops.pl

Gratuitous Mayflower Kit Photo

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

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Can you identify everything in this photo?

www.mayflower-rc.org

Rogue Gunfighter LVR Now Available In Black

Friday, July 26th, 2013

Blcak-LVR

By popular request, Rogue Gunfighter’s LVR is now available in Black. The LVR is a Berry-compliant low visibility armor carrier designed with an integrated pouch-cummerbund system that forgoes the need for multiple MOLLE pouches. An included detachable modular MOLLE chest rig does allow for further customization, however, along with multiple Velcro loop panels. Other features include adjustable shoulder straps, rear vest panel with built-in admin pouch, drag handle, adjustable radio pouch, and removable kangaroo two magazine pouch.

www.roguegunfighter.com/index.php/tactical-nylon/lvr-detail

Factors that Affect Law Enforcement Officers’ Use of Body Armor

Sunday, July 21st, 2013

The National Institute of Justice has launched a page on the website entitled, “Factors that Affect Officers’ Use of Body Armor.” It is meant to aggregate any studies that they have conducted relative to the use of body armor by law enforcement officers.

Currently, there are two topics with supporting documentation: Agency Policies Promote Use of Body Armor and Comfort of Body Armor. One interesting role NIJ has taken in the improvement of body armor comfort is in the realm of fit. They have worked with the American Society of Testing and Materials to develop standards for fitting armor so that industry and consumers alike will work from a common point of view for sizing.

This is a great resource.

www.nij.gov/nij/topics/technology/body-armor/use

Warrior Expo – High Ground

Thursday, July 11th, 2013

You’re going to look at this and say, “What the heck is that?” Sure, it’s a zipper sewn to a strip of hook and strip of loop, but what does it do?

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The answer is so simple that you’re going to wonder why no one has done it before. To see the answer, make the jump.

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MTek Weapon Systems Introduces Curvilinear Ballistic Armor

Sunday, June 23rd, 2013

To me, it’s always exciting when a small, Veteran owned business makes a stride forward. I’m looking forward to taking a look at their ballistic data.

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From their Facebook Page:
“Time for a major update! We’re always telling you how busy we are and can never say what we’re working on. All this talk of revolutionizing personal armor. Well, we finally have something we can show you! Keep in mind, the following data is PRELIMINARY ONLY until we complete additional testing! How about a “drop in” replacement flight helmet and mandible 4x more ballistic resistant than the current issue! How about a 1.5lb ballistic plate or a 2lb helmet (total weight)? We’re not releasing ballistic data on the prototypes yet, but you’re quite possibly looking at some of the most advanced, lightest weight armor in development. We now have the ability to rapidly manufacture lightweight, highly curvilinear ballistic armor. We are Ironman

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www.mtekweaponsystems.com/supply

S.O.Tech Viper MACTAC, LAPD Approved

Thursday, June 20th, 2013

S.O.TECH has announce that their Viper Vest MACTAC is on the LAPD approved list for plate carriers.

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specopstech.com