We have you a teaser last week of FirstSpear’s patent pending NOC (Non Official Cover) armor developed in conjunction with Renegade Armor. We promised some additional info and here it is.
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Details on the New NOC Armor from FirstSpear / Renegade Armor
Wednesday, January 15th, 2014SHOT Show – Tactical Assault Gear
Tuesday, January 14th, 2014The IHV (Integrated Hybrid Vest) is a new item from Tactical Assault Gear. It is a plate carrier that was designed for Level stand alone plates but will accept plates with backers.
It integrates comms cable routing on either side of the integrated admin pouch.
The mag pouches are integrated into the design with internal access to the bungees through a zipper at the bottom of the plate pocket. The pockets will accept 2x M4 mags on the outboard pouches and singles on the two inboard pouches. The mag pouches will fit many radios as well. TAG also integrated a dual pistol mag pocket into the design as well as a small GP pouch that will fit a tourniquet or a dip can.
The cummerbund is PALS compatible and relies on Austrialpin Cobra buckles.
SHOT Show – Crye Precision
Tuesday, January 14th, 2014Once you see what Crye has on hand as well as their Six12 project, some will just throw their hands up in defeat and wonder why they even bothered to show up. But most will accept the challenge and up their game.
Crye Precision has delved into new areas and continues to remain out on the cutting edge.
First off are the new patterns. On the left you have Arid pattern and on the right Tropical.
Next up, three new jackets for Spring.
They’ve redesigned the fit lock on the fieldshell.
The loft jacket is an insulated softshell with stretchy side panels and thumb hole cuffs. It also features a stowable, low-profile hood.
The lightweight fleece jacket is the first use of this new printed softshells with fleece interior.
The LEO1 Pant was created to offer a low-cost alternative to the combat pant for law enforcement. While the stretch panels are not on this pant, the fit block is said to be well suited to mobility. The LEO offers the Crye knee pad and the front and side cargo pockets are integrated into a single piece to lower cost.
Hitcoat is a two component system designed for LE that incorporates a vest and a sleeves. You may note that the vest offers an offset zippered, front closure.
The sleeve component is a single, integrated unit that offers armor and shoulder and elbow protection.
Sizing will be similar to the combat shirt.
This is a real gem. Crye Precision looked at the Operator’s load and designed a suite of pouches that can be used for several different purposes.
For attachments, each pouch has a sleeve for use with AVS that will also accommodate a 2″ belt as well as PALS compatibility.
More on these soon.
They updated the yoke for the Adaptive Vest System.
The Fieldsuit and Combat suit were designed for airborne operations,
They found that by offsetting the front zipper, they could keep the suit from riding up.
The Airframe ATX is an aramid option for the helmet.
And now what you’ve all been waiting for…Six12
Six12 is a modular, compact shotgun system that utilizes a rotary magazine ala a revolver.
Designed as an answer for the breacher, the patent pending system can be used standalone or attached to a carbine. As it is, the bull pup design a perfectly legal length. However, there is a short barreled NFA variant available for use with SBRs.
The compact design gives the breacher additional breaching rounds in a package that is integrated into his carbine, increasing both lethality and survivability.
Here, you can see the removable magazine.
Look for it by Christmas.
Survival Armor Announces The X50 And The GRID-HERCULES Attachment System At 2014 SHOT Show
Monday, January 13th, 2014For Immediate Release – FT Myers FL – Survival Armor leader in the US ballistic protection industry announces the X50 enhanced ergonomically designed tactical vest and the H-Warrior with the GRID-HERCULES™ attachment system at the 2014 SHOT show.
The X50 is an enhanced ergonomically designed tactical vest to accommodate today needs for wearable, yet maneuverable, outer tactical vest. This new vest features a patented shoulder attachment system (SAS) which provides a second point of contact to secure the officer’s critical gear. Shoulder Sling Trap (SLT) provides a tunnel to keep the sling off your neck. To enhance weapon stock retention, a Rubberized Weapon Pocket (RWP) is located at the shoulder. There is a built in Wire Management System (WMS) to keep wires internal for cleaner look and no hang ups. The unit also includes Mission Adaptable Pouch System (MAPS) and down officer Drag Strap. For upgrading of protection, the unit also has internal front and rear top loading rifle plate pockets to fit plates from 7”x9” up to 12”x14”.
The GRID-HERCULES™ attachment system is now available on the H-Warrior product line. GRID-HERCULES™ a revolutionary material that replaces the current Cordura and MOLLE webbing attachment system. This system increases the strength while decreasing overall weight of the tactical vest. The GRID-HERCULES™ engineered material is a highly specialized applied coating to base textile fabric making it waterproof. It is specifically designed to enhance the physical properties of impact, abrasion, and heat/flame resistance, as well as, tear/tensile strength along with its flame retardant properties. The GRID-HERCULES™ material has successfully completed and passed U.S. DOD requirements for MOLLE attachment point testing protocol and can be used for load bearing components of the Soldier Protection System (SPS). GRID-HERCULES™ is a trademark of Absecon Industries. All rights reserved.
All new products can be seen at Booth #31403 at the 2014 SHOT Show
For more information please visit www.survivalarmor.com.
MTek Introducing Helmet and Armor Plates at SHOT Show
Monday, January 13th, 2014
Sneak Peek – FirstSpear and Renegade Armor Collaborate to Introduce the NOC
Friday, January 10th, 2014
A Collaboration Between FirstSpear and Renegade Armor, the Patent Pending NOC is unlike any other soft armor/carrier package you’ve ever worn. Be sure to try it out at the FirstSpear Range Day on Monday in sunny Las Vegas, NV.
Hardpoint Tactical Demonstrates Velcro Hold Strength For The Core II
Sunday, December 15th, 2013Hardpoint Tactical’s Core II Assaulters Armor Carrier relies heavily on the use of Velcro to keep it together. Many are wary of such an application, particularly in snow conditions where it can affect the efficacy of the Velcro.
More BAE Systems Body Armor Headed To Warfighters On The Battlefield
Wednesday, December 4th, 2013PHOENIX, Arizona — For more than four decades, BAE Systems has partnered with customers worldwide to develop affordable, practical solutions to protect warfighters in harm’s way and bring them home safely. Under several recently issued contracts valued at a total of nearly $18 million, BAE Systems will continue to provide hard armor inserts for soldiers on the battlefield.
“The body armor is designed with the specific purpose of stopping armor-piercing bullets,” said Ashoo Agarwal, a quality engineer at BAE Systems. “Our team of engineers works hard to ensure every plate we make meets a rigorous set of requirements and standards. This commitment to quality helps protect warfighters around the world.”
Among the contracts issued is a $10.2 million order from the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency for Enhanced Small Arms Protective Inserts (ESAPI); an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract award for up to $6 million from the U.S. Department of Defense for SPEAR BALCS inserts and a $500,000 research and development contract from the U.S. Marine Corps for Enhanced Concealable Small Arms Protective Inserts.
Hard armor inserts are worn inside the fronts, backs, and sides of outer tactical vests and provide advanced torso protection against increased threats on the battlefield. They are fully qualified by the U.S. government through arduous and independent physical, environmental, and ballistic testing.
Since 1998, BAE Systems has produced more than 1.2 million hard body armor inserts, including ESAPI and other SAPI derivatives, under various Department of Defense contracts. BAE Systems manufactures body armor at its Phoenix, Arizona facility. Deliveries on these orders are expected to be complete by April 2015.
