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German Military’s Uniform Supplier Facing Bankruptcy

Monday, February 16th, 2015

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According the Bild am Sonntag, the German Bundeswehr’s clothing supplier, the LH Bundeswehr Bekleidungsgesellschaft mbH (LHBw). Have posted a $12,8 million Euro loss, LHBw can’t order additional stock placing the Army in a precarious position. A public-private partnership, LHBw has asked the Army (25.1% owner of the concern) for a 104 Million Euro cash infusion last month which was rejected. Instead, the Army is considering purchasing the company’s core business outright or in conjunction with other investors.

Sneak Peek – Hill People Gear Windcheater

Tuesday, February 10th, 2015

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As many of you know, FirstSpear is the OEM for Hill People Gear. They are planning to co-brand a more civilians zed version of the new FS windcheater.

Full details on the project, as they emerge, are available at hillpeoplegear.com/Forum.

Wild Things Outfits ADS Army Team In New Jackets

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2015

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During last week’s new product training at Academi, the ADS Inc Army team showed up wearing some spiffy new jackets. This is the same style that is worn by members of the FBI. These things are really nice.

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The Softshell SO 1.0 is Made in America from bonded fleece Tweave fabric. It can be produced in a wide variety of colors including MultiCam and there are also embroidery options available.

Unit and agency orders can be processed by ADS Inc.

www.wildthingsgear.com

Threadsmiths – The Cavalier T-Shirt

Sunday, February 1st, 2015

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Threadsmiths is a company based out of Melborne, Australia which has developed a patented hydrophobic nanotechnology application that repels water and dirt. The first product to feature this hydrophobic application is the Cavalier t-shirt.

The Cavalier is a 100% cotton white t-shirt. Given the color, this makes the hydrophobic application a perfect addition. It comes in a slim fit, so ordering a size up is recommended. The Cavalier is fully machine washable, and its water repellency can be reactivated every few washes by tumble drying at normal to low heat. The Cavalier also comes in black.

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Here you can see liquids such as water and juice also being repelled by the shirt. The coating is effective against virtually any water-based substances, including maple syrup, chocolate sauce, hot sauce, red wine, and more. It does not work well against oil-based liquids, however.

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Seeing the aftermath of the colored liquids, you may feel the shirt has been stained. However, as demonstrated in the video below, application of additional water will quickly remove the ‘set-in’ stains. Typically, an amount equivalent to a large bottle of water is all that is needed.

Threadsmiths has developed an impressive hydrophobic application. We look forward to seeing what future products will also feature these same hydrophobic properties. Plus, having a white t-shirt that you don’t have to worry about staining is a nice bonus.

www.thethreadsmiths.com

SHOT Show – 5.11 Tactical

Friday, January 30th, 2015

One of the new product launches featured at the 5.11 Tactical Booth was the debute of the Next Level Uniform collection. Building upon the popular Stryke Pant, all Next Level Uniform clothing components are made from 5.11’s own Flex-Tax fabric for mobility and comfort.

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Stryke Patrol Duty Uniform

The Stryke PDU is made from 5.11’s proprietary Flex-Tac mechanical stretch fabric, which has a low-vis ripstop weave and is treated with TEFLON for stain and soil resistance. Flex-Tac fabric is designed for easy of movement and lasting flexibility.

The Stryke PDU Shirt features low-profile hidden document pockets, a mic wire pass-through, badge tab, epaulettes, camera/radio loop, and melamine buttons.

The Stryke PDU Pant features hidden side seam pockets, self-adjusting tunnel waistband with gripper, gusseted crotch, low-profile cargo pocket, and built-in flashlight pockets at the rear thigh.

The Stryke PDU is available in traditional A-Class and B-Class styles in both men and women’s sizes.

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Stryke Tactical Duty Uniform

Like the Stryke PDU, the Stryke TDU is made from 5.11’s proprietary Flex-Tac mechanical stretch fabric.

Seen in the image above is the Stryke TDU Shirt. It features canted front chest pockets, vertical sleeve pockets, reinforced articulated elbows, a badge tab holder, loop patch platform, and an included epaulette kit.

The Stryke TDU Pant features canted cargo pockets, a gusseted crotch and articulated knees, and a waistband with stretch panels.

Available in Black, Storm Grey, TDU Khaki, TDU Green, and Dark Navy.

5.11 is also offering a Stryke variant of their Stryke TDU Rapid Shirt.

www.511tactical.com

SHOT Show – IWOM Outerwear

Thursday, January 29th, 2015

Designed for sitting or standing, the Hunting Parka System is a camouflage snuggy. It combines a brushed tricot (for stealth) wind and waterproof outer layer with Thinsulate insulation mid-layer along with a micro fleece inner layer that incorporates SmartSilver antimicrobial.

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The system can be stuffed into a bag for travel and storage and worn as a parka complete with hood, integrated facemask and sleeves. A removable long insulated tail protects the legs for periods of inactivity.

www.iwomouterwear.com

SHOT Show – Outdoor Research

Wednesday, January 28th, 2015

For some time now, Outdoor Research has been teasing me with news that they were going to bring some of their most popular clothing styles over to the military line with Coyote color. What they unveiled at SHOT Show were several models including this Foray Jacket in Coyote and Black.

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Made from GORE-TEX PACLITE, a two layer laminate with a 50D poly shell. In addition to the flapped front zip it incorporates OR’s TorsoFlo hem-to-bicep zippers for venting. There are two handwarmer pockets (the left doubles as stuff sack) and a single Napoleon pocket on the chest.

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OR also introduced the Drycomp Summit Sack in Coyote as well. I LOVE this bag and have been Jonesing for one in an earth tone for some time. It is made from a lightweight 70D nylon and incorporates a roll top closure as well as daisy chain and ice axe loop. At either side are mesh pockets and compression straps to help manage the load. Padded mesh shoulder straps make this a great summit pack or for use on recces.

www.outdoorresearch.com/gov

SHOT Show – Rivers West

Wednesday, January 28th, 2015

As I walk through the endless aisles of SHOT Show, things will grab out at me. This time it was the Shadow Poncho by Rivers West.

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This seam-sealed cape design is available in the uninsulated Shadow Poncho model as well as a Sherpa fleece lined version called the Treestand Shadow. Look for interior handwarmer pockets in both and arm slits on the Shadow Poncho.

Available in Widowmaker Shadow Camo only.

www.riverswest.com