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Brigantes Presents – Brigantes Issue Essentials

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

Each week we bring you products that should be on all military standard issue kit lists. This week it’s the Armadillo Merino Condor base layer.

ARMADILLO MERINO make clothing that is made for tactical operators and other professionals in the most extreme environments. They have had our products go to space, and worn by professionals operating in some of the highest risk places and environments on earth.

Their condor uses a soft but strong rib knit structure (similar to honeycomb) for maximum versatility. In summer this open knit structure moves heat and moisture away from the skin keeping you cooler and drier. In winter this same knit structure traps still air to give you a buffer zone of warmth.

The strong and stretchy knit structure is designed to be figure hugging and with flat lock stitching the Condor functions as the ideal base layer garment for year round applications.

Its Rib knit designed for year round comfort but the tight design enables it to be worn under your uniform. The seamless shoulders and underarm, with extra strong thread and a tag free neckline are ideal for load carrying, eliminating chaffing and a tag free neckline.

The Condor benefits from Armadillo’s “no melt or drip” technology. They have natural flame resistance up to 1100F, and will not melt or drip when exposed to heat.

Their garments do not smell as they have natural anti-microbial properties. You can wear the Armadillo tops for days on end without odor. A great all round base layer to give super comfortable 365 days a year.

For more information contact international@brigantes.com

For UK sales contact warrior@brigantes.com

 

 

Blast From The Past – 215 Gear Visor

Tuesday, February 18th, 2020

Although we first mentioned the 215 Gear Visors ever a decade ago, they’re still available. Summer is still a few months off but it’s never too soon to get ready.

Offered in multiple colors and patterns.

www.215gearstore.com/hats

Eighth Order Updated Photos

Monday, February 17th, 2020

There were some complaints about photos when we recently showed Veteran-owned small business Eighth Order’s Gray label line of dress shirts. They listened and shot new ones. Here they are.

Available in four base colors with camouflage piping.

Order yours at www.eighthorder.com.

Atlas 46 – Woodbridge Merino Wool Sock

Wednesday, February 12th, 2020

Constructed with Isolwool (50% Wool and 50% Polypropylene), the Woodbridge Sock utilizes merino wool and polypropylene to deliver moisture movement and is cushioned in high wear areas. I’m impressed with the price at $14 a single pair with discounts in multi-packs.

Made in the USA.

www.atlas46.com

XGO – Extreme Hot Weather Combat Shirt

Tuesday, February 11th, 2020

Utilizing the same Air Commando technology as their baselayers, XGO’s Extreme Hot Weather Combat Shirt features both knit torso as well as cape and arms unlike others on the market which use woven fabrics for the cape and arms. There are also stretch woven elbow patches.

The Air Commando material offers FR protection as well as Acclimate Dry moisture management and AG47 Silver anti-microbial. Additionally, the torso has UPF 23+ with the sleeves at UPF 25+. The sleeve and cape fabric is a Modacrylic and FR Rayon blend, paired with a no melt no drip Tan torso. The zippers are also FR and the Velcro patches on the sleeves are time matched. Flat seam construction avoids chaffing.

Offered in MultiCam and Tan 499 sizes XS-3XL.

RE Factor x MMI Textiles x SSD Limited Edition MultiCam Hoody Raises Funds For Support A Soldier

Tuesday, February 11th, 2020

We have teamed up with RE Factor Tactical and MMI Textiles to offer a limited edition Fleece Hoody in MultiCam to raise funds for Support a Soldier, non-profit, 501c3, that uses generous donations of American patriots to purchase equipment needed by troops deployed to combat theaters. RE Factor Tactical is donating 100% of the net proceeds of this limited run item to support this great cause.

Each hoodie features an embroidered logo of both of SSD and Support A Soldier on either lower sleeve.

These athletic cut hoodies are Made in the USA from premium fleece by Rhonda Valles.

Available at www.refactortactical.com/products/support-a-soldier-x-ssd-x-reft-collab-charity-hoodie.

Eielson AFB’s 354th SFS Test Cold Weather Gear

Monday, February 10th, 2020

Testing of the Army’s potential cold weather solutions is joint. Last month, Alaska’s 354th SFS partnered with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Developmental Command to try out some of the new cold weather gear also being evaluated at Fort drum in New York.

Photos by Senior Airman Beaux Hebert

Marine Corps Cold Weather Clothing Evaluations

Monday, February 10th, 2020

Not to be outdone by the Army, the US Marine Corps is evaluating upgrades to their Mountain Cold Weather Clothing & Equipment Program in Norway this Winter.

The MCWCP is a family of cold weather clothing items designed to support Marines operating in wet/cold and dry/cold or mountainous environments with a threshold temperature range from 4.4 to -31.6 °C (40 to -25 °F) when used as a system. The objective temperature range extends down to -37.2°C

Specifically, they are looking at product improvements to Level 1 and 3. They are also exploring mesh underwear for level 1. For Level 3 they want to enhance wicking/moisture transport and drying time and to decide whether it should be wool or synthetic.

There’s a Softshell uniform solution for insulation being evaluated as well. It is quick drying and more breathable than APECS meaning less sweat buildup and condensation inside the garment.

The Marines are also looking at a new balaclava and Extreme Cold Weather Cap as well as handwear systems.

Their handwear evaluation includes a Contact Glove, Intermediate Cold Weather Glove, Extreme Cold Weather Mitten, and Inserts.

Additionally, the Marines are apparently evaluating the Norwegian cold weather “system” which is actually a collection of cobbled together items. Considering the Norwegians are currently in source selection along with Denmark, Finland, and Sweden for the Nordic Combat Uniform, the Marines’ efforts seem to be a waste of time. Even the Norwegians know their clothing needs to replaced so you wonder if it’s not a throwaway, in order to validate current Marine systems as superior.

At any rate, data collected across all efforts will help shape the future of MCWCEP.