This image at AUSA from Aimpoint claims that the 6x magnifier is coming but I’ve got a feeling it’s really only just breathing hard.
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The Aimpoint 6x Magnifier Is Coming
Wednesday, October 5th, 2016AUSA – Colt CSASS 901
Wednesday, October 5th, 2016
AUSA – Mayflower Jungle Rig from Velocity Systems
Wednesday, October 5th, 2016Velocity Systems continues to refine their Mayflower Jungle Rig. Those of you familiar with pre-GWOT British load carriage systems, particularly those used by British SF, will recognize the design inspiration at work. For example, a bungee is routed through the pouches in order to reduce bounce.
Below, you can see the pad. While it’s stiffened, it has spacer mesh and ventilation holes cut in the stiffener. Additionally, you can see the use of Blue Force Gear’s Helium Whisper.
Material selection was very important. The ULTRAcomp fabric is stiff enough to give the pouch and lid body so that the rig doesn’t flop around, despite its light weight. This construction also makes it easier to insert magazines. The Mayflower Jungle Rig offers both 2 x 7.62 magazine and 3 x 5.56 magazine pouches. In addition to Velcro closures, they’ve also incorporated Side-Release buckles for use during mobility, maritime and air operations on the magazine and GP pouches.
This photo gives you a different perspective of the pouch construction. The ULTRAcomp wraps around bottom of the pouch. There are also drain holes in the bottom of the pouches.
The sides of the Magazine Pouches feature PALS webbing for the attachment of grenade or other pouches. Although it’s not specifically addressed in this article, there’s also a Grenade Pouch which will hold the M67. It can also be used for a compass or other items.
The GP Pouch is quite versatile. The pouch has a skirt to keep debris out and will hold jackets up to Arc’teryx Atom LT in size or the Velocity Systems Basha with bungees and pins. The GP pouch is also sized to accept several models of canteens including the Nalgene 32 oz, 44 pattern (or later) water bottle, and Canadian cold weather model. It will also accept the British two-piece mess tin.
While the shoulder straps are low profile for wear under packs and armor, they’ve introduced removable padded sections.
Considering the amount of carrying capacity, it’s extremely lightweight. I didn’t get to weigh it, but it was obvious when I picked it up. Much of this is due to the materials used in its construction.
No release date yet. They are still working a few components such as a 40mm pouch which integrates with the shoulder straps.
AUSA – Revision Military / Milliken
Wednesday, October 5th, 2016Revision Military has developed an interesting thermal signature management shroud using the Milliken Conceal fabric.
It uses a magnetic interface to keep it in place around eyepro. They’ve also created internal standoff around the nose and mouth to suppress hot spots created from exhalation.
AUSA – Harris Introduces F5032 Lightweight Night Vision Binocular
Tuesday, October 4th, 2016
The F5032 Lightweight Night Vision Binocular weighs just under 500 grams. It also offers close focus with clear images as close as 9″.
The F5032 fixed or adjustable diopter.
Powered by a single AA, the F5032’s Gen 3 image intensifier tube is servicable at the unit level and offered in White or Green Phosphour. The tubes are autogated which will adjust to high light levels and won’t shut off inadvertendly. It also features vertical viewing ability and won’t shut off when you look up.
Each monocular in the F5032 can be individually flipped up, out of the way.
I like the switch which is a simple detent for on/off.
AUSA – TYR Tactical Grid Fleece 1/4 Zip
Tuesday, October 4th, 2016
AUSA – WL Gore & Assoc Announces Name For Flexible Membrane
Tuesday, October 4th, 2016The WL Gore flexible membrane material formerly known in development as ‘Topo’ has officially been named GORE-TEX Fabric with Stretch Technology.
In addition to jackets for the American tactical market by Beyond and Outdoor Research, WL Gore has also launched the material in Asia for consumer products and Europe for the LE market. GORE-TEX Fabric with Stretch Technology is 25% more breathable than the membrane used in USSOCOM’s PCU Level 6 and reduces the accumulation of sweat thanks to the garment’s stretchable form fitting construction.
AUSA – Spuhr AB Introduces Production QDP Mounts To Their Line
Tuesday, October 4th, 2016At SHOT Show, Spuhr exhibited pre-production versions of their new Quick Detach Picatinny series. The mounts have the same layout as their standard mounts. However, they’ve moved the side clamp from the right side to the left to avoid spent round ejection as well as any right side mounted controls.
In case you were wondering, this is the Spuhr QDP 4002 which offers 34mm tube compatibility and 1.5″ from centerline to top of Picatinny rail and no tilt. It’s shipping now, but additional models are coming.
One other difference is that they moved the logo on the QDP series in order to accommodate Spuhr interface holes for accessory mounting.
Spuhr AB products are available for unit and agency orders through Quantico Tactical.
