This video on the history of the Close Combat Uniform by Uniform History is pretty cool.
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The History of: The US Army CCU (Close Combat Uniform) | Uniform History
Saturday, January 25th, 2020SHOT Show 20 – Pre-Order Open for Kitanica Mountain Shorts
Thursday, January 23rd, 2020Once a year Kitanica manufactures a run of their Mountain Shorts.
Features:
• Fabric: 50/50 NYCO Ripstop
• Cinching Over-the-Knee Design
• 10 Pockets Total
• Hip Pockets w/ Knife Clip Reinforcement
• 2 Left Lap Pockets w/ Velcro® Closures
• Double Pen Tubes
• Right Lap Pocket w/ Velcro® Closures
• Left side Mag/Knife/FLASH pocket
w/ Adjustable Strap
• Right Side Cargo Pocket
• Dual Rear Expandable Dump Pockets
• Reinforced Seat and Knee Cuffs
• Right Side Knife Pocket
• Left Side MOLLE
• 7 Heavy Duty Belt Loops
• MADE IN THE USA
They are offered in Khaki and MultiCam Black, sizes 30-56 in even waist sizes.
Pre-order now for March delivery.
www.kitanica.net/MOUNTAIN-SHORTS
SHOT Show 20 – Crye Precision
Tuesday, January 21st, 2020Just like every year in the past we begin with Crye Precision. The most new thing in the Booth is G4 Hot Weather clothing.
With an ensemble that consists of Field Shirt and Pants as well as Combat Shirt and Pants, the G4 Hot Weather is made from a combination of Polartec Power Dry mesh jersey with X-static anti-microbial fibers as well as two weights of Apocalypse fabric with the heavier weight for high wear areas on the Field Pant and Apocalypse and VTX Ripstop at high wear areas on the Combat Pant. Additionally, the Field Pant incorporates a gaiter at the bottom hem.
These will be offered in MultiCam and Ranger Green, sizes XS-3X, Short – XLong.
With the Combat Shirt, the design was kept as close to a base layer t-shirt as possible. You’ll definitely note the exposed buttons on pockets rather than the low profile Velcro fasteners. This is because in a jungle environment Velcro just doesn’t work as well due to being constantly wet and picking up errant material.
Next up is G4 Combat and Field apparel in new colors Khaki, Ranger Green and Black. Same new cut and VTX ripstop fabric, just additional colors.
We’ll wrap up with the LRB (Load Rated Belt), LRB Leg Loops and ASR (Adjustable Safety Restraint) Lanyard. These were developed for a USSOCOM requirement.
The LRB is rated to 15kN and offered in sizes S-XL in MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green and Black. Combined with the Leg Loops it forms a EN-12277 Compliant Climbing Harness. The ASR Lanyard is rated to 15 kN and adjustable from 18″-30″.
The Leg Loops are offered in SM/MD and L/XL in Coyote and Black and the ASR Lanyard is one-size in Coyote or Black.
FirstSpear Range Day 20 – Kadri Clothing Valkyrie Field Pant
Monday, January 20th, 2020
Women owned Kadri Clothing exhibited their new Valkyrie Field Pant which are designed to fit women. The pants offer 11 pockets And are made from a DWR finished nylon/spandex blend with overbuilt construction for durability. Designed with a mid-rise waist, the Field Pant features two waist gussets as well as an extended crotch gusset to allow for the perfect amount of stretch and enhanced range of motion when on the move. Belt loops accommodate up to a 2” riggers belt and include two front cross-design loops to secure clip on accessories like a carabiner.
They rely on a revolutionary sizing system. The Waist-Hip Variation Representation, or WHVR, Matrix sizing system uses waist, hip and inseam measurements to find a customizable fit.
Ladies, get yours from www.first-spear.com/valkyrie-field-pant.
Arc’teryx LEAF 2020 & Combat SV Shirt and Pant
Thursday, January 16th, 2020You’ll note that Arc’teryx LEAF has updated their website for 2020 and you’ll be able to check out the full line of new products for 2020, like Cold WX LT Gen 2. But today, we’re going to concentrate to the biggest news of the year, the Combat SV.
The ensemble consists of Combat Shirt and Pants.
Features:
• PPE Compatible – allowing the shirt to be functionally worn with body armour
• Low Pro Zip Neck Collar – allowing collar to be worn either open or as a neck protector
• Arm Cuff Velcro Closures – allowing for fully enclosed sleeves
• Upper Arm Zip Pockets – allowing for convenient pocket accessibility when worn with PPE
• Daisy Chain Hard Points (in upper arm pockets) – allowing for the tying off of mission essential items
• Upper Arm IFF Velcro (4”x4.5” w/V-Lite™ retention ring) – allowing for the application of IFF markings/devices
The first thing you’ll notice about the Combat SV is a new pocket configuration. This is the way forward for Arc’teryx LEAF and any new Combat clothing or updates to existing models will incorporates this layout.
Features:
• Adjustable Waist (c.2”) – allowing for waist sizing exibility
• Enhanced Belt Loops – allowing for the use of the LEAF Rigger’s Harness system
• Retention Loops (sewn into the waistline) – allowing for the tying off of mission essential items
• Reinforced Knees & Gusseted Crotch – allowing for increased durability and enhancing end-user mobility
• Hand Pockets (w/internal folding knife pocket) – allowing for the secure carriage of a standard folding knife
• Seat Pockets – allowing for optional/extra elongated item storage
• Thigh Pockets – allowing for convenient pocket accessibility when worn with PPE and/or mounted in vehicle platforms
• Expandable Cargo Button Pockets – allowing for dump pocket capability
• Daisy Chain Hard Points (in cargo pockets) – allowing for the tying off of mission essential equipment
• Draw Cord Ankle Cuff Closure (w/vertical retention tunnel for adjustment end) – allowing for pants to be worn tightly with boots (retention tunnel mitigates snags and hang ups)
• Internal Knee Cap Pockets – allowing for the integration of inclusive removable soft knee pads or fully compatible (separately purchased) LEAF Combat Knee Caps (MPN 24873)
Materials and sizing
Manufactured from TWEAVE Durastretch 520E, these are durable but not stifling. They are going to put up with a lot of abuse. However, you won’t be comfortable wearing them in the heat of summer, particularly if it’s humid.
Only available in MultiCam.
These are made in El Salvador meaning they are TAA compliant.
Shirt sizes Small – XXLarge and Pants Small – XXLarge and Tall in Medium-XXLarge.
Kitanica – Overshirt
Tuesday, January 14th, 2020
Made from 6.5 Oz ripstop NYCO fabric, the Overshirt features a banded collar, double layer shoulders and elbows, and button down front and cuffs. It also incorporates two pleated chest pockets with Velcro closures as well as zippered bicep pockets with pen tubes (left) and Velcro patch (right).
Offered in Khaki, Ranger Green and Wolf Grey, sizes Small – XXLarge.
The 3rd Alternative Team Just Announced Revolutionary Service in Tactical Apparel & Gear Sector
Tuesday, January 14th, 2020
It all started in 1997 when Igors Sitvjenkins joined the Army. He started with designing an innovative layering system for his fellow soldiers. After 15 years as an officer, having worked with NATO groups and cooperated with top military brands from soldier systems sector, he decided to start his own business and look into the design in a more scientific way.
The mix of scientific thinking, military experience and passion resulted in a book called BOOS – “Book of operational sculpturing”, where Igors team established system requirements for all the products they developed. The book became the base for identification and understanding of customer requirements – a unique and innovative approach towards satisfying the customer with most adequate product choices. BOOS also includes details behind the creation of the new multiterrain camouflage pattern called TripleX and has become the base for all products designed and sold by Igors and his partners’ new brand, 3rd Alternative www.3rda.eu.
This year The 3rd Alternative Team announced revolutionary service in tactical apparel & gear sector – “DESIGN YOUR OWN” .Visit www.3rda.eu and make your dreams come true.
From now on with 3rd Alternative team all Your design wishes, features, elements can be implemented into Your tactical wear/ gear. Free Yourself! You have the alternative and basis to design what You want!
You will design Your product having strong technical background of 3rd Alternative Team and best fabrics available in tactical sector – Cordura® and Polartec®. The team of designer and constructor will make sure Your input stream through the process of creation with the result in product of YOUR DREAMS!
Helikon-Tex at SHOT Show 2020
Monday, January 13th, 2020Helikon-Tex will have a booth (BOOTH 7605 at Level 1) at SHOT Show 2020. It’ll be even bigger than last year (taking up 18 square meters) and full of brand new tactical and outdoor gear most of which will be presented to public for the very first time.
Brand new products show for the first time at SHOT Show 2020:
Helikon-Tex Covert M-65 Jacket
The M-65 jacket is an instantly recognizable and iconic garment. Born in the Vietnam War era, it soon became a cult classic. Helikon-Tex has reinvented this great garment – creating a superb urban jacket. Made of durable DuraCanvas® fabric, it protects against light rain and wind – keeping you warm on those colder days.
Helikon-Tex Competition MultiGun Rig®
Competition shooting is getting more and more popular. During any match, success is based on multiple factors, as not only is your fitness important, but also your weapon and most importantly – your gear. This is why Helikon-Tex have created a Competition Multigun Rig for shooters. To make it as versatile as possible Helikon-Tex based it on the gun belt with an additional modular belt sleeve and micro chest rig. All are fully scalable and configurable, allowing you to create the exact platform that you need.
Helikon-Tex MCDU Combat Shirt® – NyCo Ripstop
MCDU is Helikon-Tex’s approach to combat uniforms for more dynamic operations. The torso of this shirt is made of highly breathable, lightweight TopCool fabric, while the sleeves and stand-up collar are made of a durable NYCO mix. Bicep zippered pockets will hold most small essentials like a target photo or a GPS.
Helikon-Tex Pilgrim Anorak Jacket® – DuraCanvas®
Helikon-Tex have designed the Pilgrim Anorak Jacket® for demanding outdoor activities in dynamically changing weather conditions. Based on zipped “kangaroo” construction, which has proven itself for decades – it has been clearly refined to meet the expectations of modern travelers, while still hitting the aesthetics of the “old guard”.
Helikon-Tex Ambassadors at SHOT Show 2020
You will be able to discuss all new gear with Helikon-Tex Ambassadors e.g. Dave Canterbury (Bushcraft & Survival expert), Maciej Stebel (Deputy Sheriff) who will be present at Helikon-Tex booth 7605 each day of the SHOT show at 10:00-11:30 AM and 2:00-3:30 PM.
Find oud more about the Ambassadors at: ambassadors.helikon-tex.com/en
All new products are (or will soon be) available at: www.helikon-tex.com
