The new Crucible Mid Layer Hoodie from Vertx is a highly breathable insulation layer 60G PrimaLoft Gold Insulation and Active Vent technology.
Offered in Tobacco and It’s Almost Black in sizes Small- XXLarge.
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Enforce Tac 24 – Vertx Crucible Mid Layer Hoody
Thursday, February 29th, 2024Enforce Tac 24 – OTTE Gear Down Range Combat Pant
Thursday, February 29th, 2024OTTE Gear launched their new Down Range Pant during SHOT Show.
Made from a fabric with some mechanical stretch, this combat pant incorporates reinforced knees and removable knee pads.
Additionally, there’s a low profile bungee system to tighten the knee pad. Below it is a zippered calf pocket.
Finally, the thigh pockets have slots behind them which will accept magazines.
Coming soon from ottegear.com.
Enforce Tac 24 – Tilak Operator Pant
Wednesday, February 28th, 2024Tilak has released an Operator Pant to go with the Operator Jacket we showed during last year’s Enforce Tac and remains one of my favorite pieces. This is a great combo, with full articulation and mapped fabric applications.
This level 5 pant features three different fabrics. It shares two of them with the jacket but you’ll also notice the abrasion resistant anti-scuff patch reinforcement.
The Operator Pant features two zippered cargo pockets at the thighs along with the usual front slash pockets. However, as these are all business, there are no rear pockets. Instead, the seat is made from the same high tenacity fabric at the knees. You’ll also not that those knee reinforcements accept removable knee pads.
Additionally, there’s a zippered expansion at the cuff to accommodate Telemark boots.
Offered in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green, and MultiCam.
Everything Tilak does is well expected and you can order direct from their website with shipping to the US, or mostly anywhere else.
Vertx Tactical Tuesday: New! Midlayer Hoody
Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Vertx unveiled their all-new Crucible Midlayer Hoody in January. This hoody is expertly crafted with 60G PrimaLoft® Gold Active Vent insulation, ensuring optimal warmth without the risk of overheating thanks to its superior moisture management. The high-tenacity fabric promises maximum comfort and quiet movement, making it perfect for layering and easy to pack away when not in use. Equipped with a center front YKK Vislon zipper with interior wind guard, zippered hand pockets, and a fitted hood, convenience meets functionality in every detail.
Available in Tobacco and Black, head over to the website and check them out.
Revolutionary technology from Carinthia: Loftshell
Friday, February 23rd, 2024The latest achievement from Carinthia’s innovation lab is Loftshell® technology.
Loftshell® stands for ground-breaking moisture management and unbeatable comfort. The Loftshell® series comprises three new models that stand for outstanding comfort and versatility. The premiere of Loftshell® will take place at the beginning of March 2024 at the IWA in Nuremberg.
Loftshell® – innovation and functionality
Loftshell® combines a flexible outer shell with a functional comfort layer. The ultra- light G-LOFT® Climate Lining effectively transports moisture to the outside so that no unpleasant moisture develops on the skin, even during high levels of activity. This innovative material composition guarantees 100% comfort in a wide range of uses and temperatures.
Loftshell® products
The Loftshell® Climate series combines high-quality merino wool, our G-LOFT® Climate Lining and a low-noise outer fabric to ensure efficient moisture transport. This “Every Day Carry” jacket consists of a highly breathable, comfortable 4-way stretch outer material, the G-LOFT® Climate Lining and an extremely comfortable merino wool inner material. This unique combination makes it exceptionally comfortable to wear.
The Loftshell® Climate offers both water and wind-repellent properties without the need for a membrane. Thanks to its wide temperature range, this outdoor jacket offers a wide range of uses. The jacket impresses with its low-noise properties and has four pockets, two inner mesh pockets and an integrated hood. The design is clear and simple.
The Loftshell® Hydro is an innovative, low-noise outdoor jacket. The G-LOFT® Climate Lining absorbs moisture and releases it efficiently to the outside through the membrane, creating a pleasantly dry feeling on the skin. Inside, the Loftshell® Hydro is equipped with G-LOFT® Climate Lining and an extremely thin ultra inner fabric. Its special construction includes an outer fabric with an integrated membrane and fully taped seams – guaranteed waterproof and windproof. The jacket has three pockets and two inner mesh pockets. The Loftshell® Climate is also available as a waistcoat (Loftshell® Climate Vest).
The Carinthia Loftshell® product series will be presented at the IWA in Nuremberg (29 February – 3 March). Pre-orders will be possible from the beginning of May at www.carinthia.eu for all those who want to secure their Loftshell® jacket early enough. The products will be officially available from September.
US Navy Updates Uniform Policy, Authorizes Hands In Pockets
Thursday, February 15th, 2024According to recently released GENADMIN message, the US Navy has updated several u form and appearance policies, including reversing course on hand in the pockets. Sailors are now authorized to have hands in their pockets when doing so does not compromise safety nor prohibit the proper rendering of honors and courtesies
Another change is the authorization of the wear Coyote backpacks with the NWU Type II and III.
The message also authorizes two new warfare pins, the Surface Chaplain Officer Qualification (SCO) Insignia and Aerial Vehicle Pilot (AVP) Warfare Qualification Insignia (Officer).
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Mikal Chapman
Chaplains began receiving their new pin late last year while the first AVP wings were awarded last May in Pensacola.
Photo by Ensign Elias Kaser
Below is the entire message:
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AMPN/REF A IS NAVPERS 15665J, U.S. NAVY UNIFORM REGULATIONS.
RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces updates to Navy uniform policies for calendar year 2024. These policy updates are the result of Sailor feedback, command sponsored requests and direction from Navy leadership.
2. The following Navy uniform policy changes are effective immediately:
a. Female Combination Cover. The female combination cover, also referred to as the bucket cover, is reinstated as an optional Navy uniform component for female Sailors (E-1 through O-10) when wearing Service Dress and Dinner Dress Uniforms. The bucket cover is now also optional for female officers and chief petty officers (CPOs) when wearing Service Khaki and Summer White Uniforms. Note: the bucket cover will not be available for personal purchase at Navy Exchange Uniform Centers and will need to be privately obtained if desired for wear.
b. Tiara. The tiara is reinstated as an optional Navy uniform component for all female Sailors (E-1 through O-10) when wearing Dinner Dress Blue and White Jacket Uniforms. Note: the tiara will be available for personal purchase as a special order item via Navy Exchange Online Customer Service with a lead time of approximately four weeks.
c. Physical Training Uniform. Black or navy-blue leggings/tights are authorized for optional wear with the Physical Training Uniform shorts and fitness suit pants.
d. Grooming, False Eyelashes. Female Sailors are authorized to wear false eyelashes or eyelash extensions that project a natural appearance and are no longer than 14 millimeters in length as measured from the eyelid to the tip of the eyelash. False eyelash color will match the color of the natural eyelash. Eyelash extensions cannot hinder wear of protective eyewear.
e. Officer Headgear Cap Insignia. Warrant Officer One Officers (W-1) will no longer wear the unique W-1 cap device. All officers (W-1 through O-10) will wear the same officer cap insignia consisting of two gold crossed fouled anchors with burnished silver shield surmounted by a burnished silver eagle facing to wearer’s right and may be embroidered or made of metal. While allowed immediately, in order to allow time for W-1 officers to transition this new policy becomes mandatory on 1 October 2024.
f. Chaplain Religious Faith Emblem (Chaplain Staff Corps Insignia). Navy Chaplains are authorized to wear religious faith emblems above their grade insignia on uniform components with rank tabs. The religious faith emblem is a 1 1/2-inch by 1 1/2-inch black patch with gold embroidered chaplain corps insignia centered on the fabric and positioned upright. When worn, the religious faith emblem will be sewn or affixed to the uniform using a velcro fastener directly above the rank tab.
g. Surface Chaplain Officer Qualification (SCO) Insignia. Navy Chaplains assigned to qualifying afloat units who meet qualification criteria are authorized wear of the SCO breast insignia on Navy uniforms. Wear of the SCO will be in accordance with reference (a).
The SCO may be metal or embroidered. The SCO insignia design consists of the bow-on aspect of a warship on a background of ocean swells and scroll banner underneath displaying the Navy Chaplain motto, Vocati Ad Servitium.
h. Aerial Vehicle Pilot (AVP) Warfare Qualification Insignia (Officer). Chief Warrant Officers and Warrant Officers (737X) successfully completing prescribed training requirements are authorized to wear the AVP breast insignia on Navy uniforms in accordance with reference (a). The AVP insignia consists of a silver bordered gold shield, a delta pointing downward, crossed fouled anchors and stylized wings.
i. Female T-Shirts. All female Sailors are authorized to optionally wear T-shirts specifically designed for female bodies with Navy uniforms. Female t-shirts will conform to Navy’s requirement for color, fabric, and neck configuration (e.g., crew neck, v-neck) per reference (a). The intent of this policy update is to address expressed dissatisfaction regarding the required wear of male or unisex t-shirts that are not designed to fit female bodies.
j. Personal Appearance. The restriction on placing hands in pockets while in uniform is rescinded. Sailors are authorized to have hands in their pockets when doing so does not compromise safety nor prohibit the proper rendering of honors and courtesies.
k. Backpacks. Commercially procured coyote brown backpacks are authorized for optional wear with the NWU Type II and III. Coyote brown backpacks will be worn in accordance with reference (a).
3. Ongoing Navy uniform initiatives:
a. Maternity Pilot Program (MPP). The MPP is successfully entering its third year of providing participating Sailors free uniforms ready for wear at their doorstep. Since the program commenced in 2022, over 1300 Sailors have participated in the program. During 2024, the program will continue to provide pregnant
Sailors the option to choose from four maternity sea bag variations encompassing all maternity uniforms and a cardigan sweater with alterations and applicable accoutrements attached. For more information about the program visit https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/References/US-Navy-Uniforms/Maternity-Pilot-Program/.
b. Size Modernization Program (SMP). The SMP is a multiphase, five-year uniform improvement program with an initial focus on female uniform improvements. The objective of the SMP is to deliver Navy Sailors with a modernized and consistent uniform fit and sizing system.
c. Female Officer/CPO Summer White Uniform. A white overblouse is being added to the list of authorized optional uniforms for the female officer and CPO Summer White Uniform. The new overblouse is the first line of components delivered by the SMP. Availability of the Summer White Uniform overblouse is planned for early fall 2024.
A dress white overblouse is also being developed as an optional component for the female officer and CPO Service Dress Blue Uniform with estimated introduction after calendar year 2024.
d. Female Service Uniform Slacks. The Navy is currently evaluating service uniform slacks with back pockets for females.
The focus of the evaluation is to determine the functionality and acceptability of female uniform slacks with back pockets. If the evaluation to include Sailor feedback is determined to be positive, the future design of female slacks will include back pockets.
e. Uniform Surveys. Uniform surveys will be distributed throughout 2024 to continue to capture Fleet-wide input. Surveys have been determined as the best method for the Uniform Matters Office to capture diverse and unbridled Sailor feedback that is crucial to planning, research and execution of uniform improvements and uniform and grooming policy updates. Surveys will be announced on the Uniform Matters and MyNavy HR websites. Access to surveys will be via QR codes or hyperlinks posted on the Uniform Matters and MyNavy HR websites.
f. Hat Liners. The Navy Exchange Service Command is adding synthetic liners to their list of uniform accessories for the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) eight-point cover. The purpose of synthetic hat liners is to address Sailors’ expressed concerns regarding unwanted hair removal or loss resulting from donning and doffing the NWU eight-point cover. The liner will be sold separately and must be sewn into the cover for proper placement and wear. Availability is expected to commence mid-February 2024 at most major Fleet concentration areas and online via https://www.mynavyexchange.com/.
4. Questions regarding this NAVADMIN should be addressed via e-mail to Mr. Robert B. Carroll, Navy Uniform Matters and Emerging Issues Branch (OPNAV N13X), at robert.b.carroll3.civ@us.navy.mil, or ETCM Richard Baumert (OPNAV N13X) via richard.a.baumert2.mil@us.navy.mil or PSC Sache Hagans (OPNAV N13X) at sache.m.hagans.mil@us.navy.mil.
5. Questions regarding the MPP should be addressed to the Uniform Matters Office (OPNAV N13X) at Navy_MPP.fct@navy.mil or LS1 Meagan Cobia, Uniform Matters Special Assistant, meagan.l.cobia.mil@us.navy.mil.
6. Questions regarding the SMP, Service Uniform Slacks and Summer White Overblouse initiatives, should be addressed to Ms. Louise Caulfield (Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility) at louise.a.caulfield.civ@us.navy.mil or Dr. Brianna Plummer (Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility) at brianna.l.plummer2.civ@us.navy.mil.
7. Questions regarding the Hat Liners should be addressed to Ms. Angela Brown (Navy Exchange Service Command) at angela.brown@nexweb.org.
8. Feedback and recommendations regarding uniform policy, uniform components and uniform availability are welcomed and can be provided via e-mail at UMO_CMC@navy.mil, via the MyNavy UNIFORMS App, or via
MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/, select Professional Resources, U.S. Navy Uniforms and *Ask The Chiefs*.
9. Retain this NAVADMIN until policy changes are incorporated in reference (a), superseded or cancelled, whichever occurs first.
10. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman, Jr., N1.//
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LMSGear – ambi.carry Tegris Pocket Insert
Tuesday, February 13th, 2024
The new ambi.carry Tegris Pocket Insert from LMSGear is available now. It was designed for use in their MUD denims upper magcarrier pockets by DefTex in cooperation with Kydex Holster NLD.
It offers a stable platform for mounting items you want quick access to.
FirstSpear Friday Focus – New Stratton Flannel Patterns
Friday, February 9th, 2024
One of the most anticipated drops of the new year, FirstSpear 9oz Stratton Flannels have been re-stocked in new patterns, Brown/Black & Navy/Red/White.
Backed by popular demand after launching our new Field Flannels, we developed Stratton varients to satisfy the masses.
Don’t sit on it for too long! Although these are freshly stocked in the warehouse, they will not last long in the most popular sizes.
Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.
