The LXVI MultiCam series of shoes from Vans we showed you right after SHOT Show are now available for order.
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The LXVI MultiCam series of shoes from Vans we showed you right after SHOT Show are now available for order.
Get yours at shop.vans.com.
“I wouldn’t trade my old ODs for all the Navy’s dungarees.”
-‘Dog Faced Soldier’, the 3d Infantry Division Song
Marnemen everywhere rejoice as life imitates art. In a shocking move, Army officials have confided in Soldier Systems Daily that they plan to abandon the Camouflage Improvement Effort that has left Soldiers without an effective camouflage pattern despite several years and tens of millions of dollars.
Army officials are quoted as saying, “We fought three wars in OD. Why not go back to it?” Turns out, the old “Pickle Suit” worn by the US Army until 1987 is readily available after an enterprising supply officer stumbled upon a large stockpile of OG fatigues forgotten years ago in Germany by the US Air Force.
As US forces drawdown forces in Europe, long abandoned facilities are being turned over to host nation governments. At a former supply depot in Germany a newly commissioned supply officer recently uncovered warehouse after warehouse of the uniforms complete with field jackets and Velcro caps. When he alerted his superiors, they passed word up to the Army G4 staff who looked upon the news as a sign from heaven that they could use this boon to survive the Sequestration axe and Congressionally mandated reinstatement of Tuition Assistance. Coincidentally, he also ran across a rather large stash of C-rations which are currently enroute to the fighting in Afghanistan to make up for those dining facilities now only serving two meals per day. One insider sent us a glowing note praising the find and referring the equipment as “sunk cost.” “Hey,” he said, “it’s already paid for, like in the 60s. I mean, who doesn’t have fond memories of winters at Graf wearing that old Velcro hat?”
What’s old is new as the Army goes retro. Who hasn’t seen the movie “Stripes” which is probably one of the most popular films to feature the US Army? The iconic OD uniform plays prominently in that movie as well as anything about World War II, Korea or Viet Nam including “Apocalypse Now.”
While Soldiers will soon be rocking the classic OD uniform of yesteryear, a so-called digicam pattern similar to the Marine Corps pattern will be applied to all US Army vehicles. “Vehicles are expensive and there’s nothing too good for our rolling stock,” commented one procurement official who was not authorized to speak on the record to SSD, adding, “That Marine Camo is good stuff. Too bad they wouldn’t let us give it to the troops 10 years ago.”
The US Army plans to make the switch effective April 1st 2014 barring any other announcements to the contrary.
Deceptex has added the Freddie line with 26 new patterns for their camouflage print on demand program.
This pattern was developed in May 2011 as a potential replacement pattern for the New Zealand Army. Of Hyperstealth’s offerings, the Kiwis selected the MCU pattern after field trials.
Agilite’s Mohawk helmet cover is individually sized to fit either the Ops-Core FAST Maritime, FAST Ballistic or FAST Bump helmets and its built-in retention system allows you to secure NVG counter-weights, cables and other helmet attachments. The Mohawk’s central mesh also allows for an unobstructed air flow through bump helmet vents. The snug fit means no-flap during helicopter ops or free fall and it helps enforce noise discipline, especially when wet.
The Mohawk features aerodynamic, snag-free sides and is composed of lightweight, hard-wearing mil-spec materials. It is currently available in Ops-Core helmet cuts and will be available in ACH/MICH and IDF Light Helmet versions soon.
www.agilitegear.com/helmet-covers/mohawk-helmet-cover
Beez Combat Systems has introduced a new BALCS LVR (Low Vis Rig) System. At the same time they have added Kryptek Highlander and Mandrake not just to this vest but to their entire product line.
The BALCS LVR is a low profile scalable body armor system built around the popular and readily available BALCS cut body armor. The BALCS LVR supports both front and back soft and hard armor. The hard plate pockets will support SAPI, Swimmers/Shooter, or Rectangle cut hard armor.
Interchangeable load carriage pieces are available. In addition to the Kryptek patterns the BALCS LVR is also offered in MultiCam, A-TACS AU, A-TACS FG, Woodland, Coyote, Khaki, Ranger Green, OD and Black.
www.beezcombatsystems.com/BALCS-LVR-BCS-B-LVR
Since SHOT Show US Night Vision Corporation has been working on several new products in A-TACS AU and A-TACS FG Camo patterns.
Mag Wraps
Mag Wraps come in three packs and will fit virtually any 30 round Magazine. They are easy to install and offer both protection and enhanced concealment for your magazines. The wraps are designed to stop right at the mag well so there is no interference with the operation of the magazine while in the weapon.
Additionally, these US-Made Mag Wraps offer UV protection, chemical resistance, protection from scuffs and scrapes and are completely waterproof. All Mag Wraps are finished in a non-reflective matte outer coating and will adhere to virtually any substrate and leave zero residue when removed. They can be placed over each other if need be for an immediate mission profile change. Their exclusive two-piece wrap design also leaves so seams on the crucial sides of the magazine for concealment.
Rapid Wraps Do-It-Yourself A-TACS Camo Wrap
Rapid Wraps rolls come in 2?x60? lengths to custom cover just about anything from firearms to optics. They are easy to use and can be cut to size for any application, simply peel and stick.
Rapid Wraps are custom printed on a high speed 3M material and are adaptable for virtually any application and offer great protection from moisture and scuffs to your weapon or optic system. They will adhere to virtually any substrate and leave zero residue when removed. If removed properly, Rapid Wraps can be reused again and again.
Hard Shell A-TACS Camo Solution for your iPhone
US Nightvision iPhone Cases goes through a five step coating process and are finished in their exclusive “Silicone Grip” Soft-Touch coating. The protective hard shell case is non-skid and includes matching face plate graphics are also included to compliment the A-TACS Camo design.
Legion Firearms just sent us this press release. Magazine prices have recently gone up so several vendors are offering special deals in order to soften the blow, but nobody has done anything like this!
AUSTIN, TX—28 FEB, 2013—Legion Firearms® is pleased to announce an epic rifle purchasing opportunity. This may well be the sale of the century. Buy one MagPul PMAG during the month of March and receive a free rifle!
That’s right. Legion is channeling the mainstream hype generated in response to nation-wide efforts on the part of unscrupulous legislators to offer you a PMAG GEN M3 from MagPul for the low low price of just $2,400.00. Twenty-four hundred dollars gets you a (probably) brand spanking new standard 30-round capacity polymer magazine and an LF4 ODG 5.56mm rifle at no additional charge.
Yes, it’s true. Thanks to such nauseating examples of elected officialdom as Rhonda Fields, Felix Ortiz, Audrey Gibson, Antonio Villaraigosa and of course Diane Feinstein, the market value of rifle magazines is now roughly on par with movie theater refreshments and extra sour cream from taco chains…but we’re offering an LF4 alongside our magazines to take the sting out.
The LF4 ODG leverages a combination of the quality construction standards and experience of Legion Firearms with the tactical acumen and innovation of Orion Design Group founder Brian Bishop to create a rugged, well equipped combat rifle unlike any other in the market—and it features the Lupus Camouflage Pattern!
Noted firearms tactician and Orion Design Group founder Brian Bishop has become a valuable asset to the Legion Firearms team. His innovative approach to weapon systems and concealment technology are brought to bear in every product he designs. Legion is proud to partner with ODG to present this “tricked out” yet “no nonsense” combat rifle featuring the Lupus Camouflage pattern. The LF4ODG normally retails for $2,490.00. You get yours for free with purchase of $2,400 magazine and coupon code LEGIOXXX.
Features:
• forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower
• Nickel-Boron coated upper, lower, and bolt carrier group
• Geissele MK1 Super Mod hand guard
• 14.5” HEX fluted 416 stainless steel barrel
• adjustable gas block
• SureFire muzzle break
• ambidextrous Legion Raptor charging handle
• ambidextrous safety selector
• Geissele SSA trigger
• MagPul MOE grip and CTR stock
• ODG Tactical Sling
• ODG Lupus Camo ink transfer
• ODG Tactical Sling
• ODG Lupus Camo ink transfer
• Ships in high quality Flambeau case
• Shipping restrictions may apply
Limit 10 per customer.
Grey Ghost Gear offering examples of their lightweight assault packs and stealth operator packs in the Kryptek family of camo patterns.