This is the upcoming Calvana Smock from Black Yak. It’s an insulated, hooded Anorak Design with front hand warmer pockets.
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ORWM 18 – Black Yak Calvana Smock
Saturday, November 10th, 2018ORWM 18 – Beyond’s Ventum Ultralight Hoodie
Saturday, November 10th, 2018The Ventum Ultralight Hoodie is part of Beyond’s new Kyros line. It’s made from a 4-way stretch with DWR finish and includes zippered handwarmer pockets.
A really cool feature is that the Ventum Jacket can be stuffed into the left pocket, along with the Ventum Pant, making a camp pillow, or just for storage.
Offered in Black, Manatee Grey and Ranger Green.
ORWM 18 – Beyond K6 ARX Rain Jacket and Pant
Friday, November 9th, 2018
Awhile back we teased the ARX Rain Jacket and Pant. They are the level 6 garment in Beyond’s new Kyros line which is made from foreign sourced materials.
In particular, this ensemble features the debut of Beyond’s proprietary Lutra, a 3-layer waterproof breathable fabric.
The jacket has several other design features. For instance, the hood can be rolled up and buttoned out of the way.
Additionally, the zipper feature new hardware and redesigned garages.
On the inside there is a pass through and cable management for electronics cords.
Finally, the cuffs are fashioned from Hypalon.
In addition to the Jacket, there is a Pant.
It is also made from Lutra and features full length side zips to facilitate donning and doffing, but these don’t separate at the top. The bottom cuff is secured with a snap and there are Cordura patches at the instep to mitigate wear.
There are also actually zippered hand pockets rather than pass through and a G-hook closure at the integral belt.
FirstSpear Friday Focus – Brawler FR Shirt
Friday, November 9th, 2018All new from FS, meet the Brawler FR Shirt.
Typically most FR garments are stiff and uncomfortable with a blocky fit due to the nature of the fabrics used. The Brawler on the other hand uses 6.5oz Tencate Twill that is durable yet extremely light and comfortable . Material make up is a 65% FR Lenzing / 25% Para-Aramid / 10% Nylon blend that offers excellent Flame Retardant characteristics and assists in defeating or mitigating heat transfer to your skin.
The Brawler features a zipper front opening, reinforced with webbing sewn buttons. The protective collar can be fastened up around your Neckie or left open, multi positional cuffs, and a security strap to keep the sleeves rolled up. To make the most of hot weather versatility, the Brawler has breathable mesh in the bottom and back of the front pockets, arm pits, and across the entire back yoke.
As with all FS products, there’s a very interesting story behind the name:
In late 1966 through early 1967 US Marines in I Corps Tactical Zone South Vietnam began aggressive patrolling to enforce and establish the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) between the two Vietnam’s. Commanders at the strategic level during that time believed that the war would devolve into a static scenario just as the Korean Conflict had previously. Unit Commanders were encouraged to “patrol aggressively” and “define the DMZ” in favor of South Vietnam. To maintain communications security, radio brevity pro words were assigned to articulate specific combat contacts without divulging great detail. For the Marines of I Corps at that time a “Scrap” was a Small Unit Contact generally Unit on Unit and confined to Small Arms, a “Brawl” was a full engagement involving Combined Arms and Support. The patrolling actions and border battles at that time increasingly contributed to large scale operations that became known collectively as the Battle of Con Thien.
First Spear has elected to the name our heavier weight FR Garment the “Brawler” and our light weigh FR Garment the “Scrap”, initial editions of these will be released in FS Sand which is a close to USMC Coyote as we could get in this base material.
Made in the USA with USA Materials. Available now.
www.first-spear.com/technical-apparel/outerwear/brawler
UF PRO – Delta OL 3.0 Jacket
Wednesday, November 7th, 2018
UF Pro’s Delta OL 3.0 Jacket is meant to keep you warm and dry in the cold and damp. Its WINDSTOPPER®, two-layer ripstop laminate is both wind and rain resistant and is combined with G-LOFT® thermal insulation.
Additionally, the elbows and lower back are reinforced with a 500D CORDURA® fabric.
Features:
-Two large chest pockets lined with fleece
-Upper arm and lower arm pockets
-Velcro areas on the upper arm for attaching unit patches
-Water-repellent YKK® zippers
-Side vents
-Two inner pockets
-Wrist warmers
-Cuff adjusters
-Detachable hood
Available in Brown Grey, Black and Frost Grey, sizes Small – 4XLarge.
ufpro.com/uf_pro_products/jackets/92/uf_pro_delta_ol_3_0_jacket
On Station Apparel – CW3 Taylor Galvin Memorial 1-160 SOAR T-Shirt
Friday, November 2nd, 2018As a Hooter Brothers Aviation Customer from way back, it’s great to see them doing something like this.
Designed in conjunction with CW3 Galvin’s brothers in the 160th SOAR, all profits from the sale of this T-Shirt will be donated to his family in order to meet any needs that arise from his passing on 20AUG18 during combat operations in Iraq. Shirts may be purchased direct from 1-160 or through www.onstationapparel.com.
Varusteleka Oy – Särmä TST Woolshell Jacket and Trousers
Thursday, November 1st, 2018The other day I received a great note from the Finnish gear company Varusteleka Oy about their new Särmä TST Woolshell jacket and trousers.
We just released a really awesome outfit. Modern, minimalistic yet highly functional combat uniform made out of wool. At least in Finland, we have had a long tradition of making military clothing out of wool and approach was tested in the fire during the Winter War and Continuation War. We brought this legacy into a modern setting with Särmä TST Woolshell jacket and trousers. Extremely good in cold conditions, breaths, naturally antibacterial, naturally fire resistant and quiet.
Naturally, I was intrigued, so I checked them out and decided to share what I found.
First off, both are available in Green or M05 Woodland Camo and intended to be worn alone or under shell garments.
The materials selection is pretty straight forward:
-Wool frieze: 70/20/10% wool/polyamide/Cashmere
-Reinforcements: 50/50% cotton/polyester
-Pocket lining: 100% polyester
Features:
Snug fit
Adjustable hood
Front zipper w/ interior storm flap
Underarm ventilation zippers
Elastic draw cord adjustable hem
Articulated elbows
Elbow reinforcements w/ pad pockets
Hook-and-loop cuffs
Loop for sleeve patches
Four pockets:
Two zippered chest pockets
Two zippered upper arm pockets
Features:
Regular fit
Elastic adjustable waist
Zipper fly with button
50 mm belt loops
Diamond gusset crotch
Articulated knees
Reinforced seat, knees, shins and ankles
Hook-and-loop cuffs
Four pockets:
Two slash side pockets
Two pleated cargo pockets
Scroll Factory Introduces A-TACS Camo Hats To Their Lineup
Wednesday, October 31st, 2018
Veteran Owned and Operated by Sean Menches a former Ranger from 2d and 3d Bn, Scroll Factory is the ‘Go To” shop for all things Ranger and S.F.
They offer a huge selection for any Ranger taste from the 75th DUI to a Bn Scroll. RLTW as well as Special Forces crest caps…all now available in A-TACS iX Camo!
To get yours, visit their online store at www.scrollfactory.com.
