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Revision Wins Exclusive Contract To Supply Swiss Armed Forces With Sawfly Spectacle

Thursday, August 22nd, 2013

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Revision Military, a world leader in protective soldier solutions, proudly announces a 5-year contract to supply the Swiss Armed Forces with its protective eyewear needs. Following extensive user trials and meeting stringent performance requirements, Revision’s Sawfly Eyewear was selected as the all-purpose ballistic spectacle of choice. Beginning January 2014, it will become the standard issue spectacle to all Swiss troops—to the tune of 290,000 Sawfly Military Eyewear kits plus additional accessories. This is Revision’s second eyewear contract with the Swiss Armed forces; in 2008 they were awarded a contract to supply 10,000 Desert Locust Military Goggles.

“Revision is proud to have been selected as the key supplier for the Swiss military’s protective eyewear needs,” States Jonathan Blanshay, CEO of Revision, “With this contract Switzerland joins the short list of countries that have made ballistic eye protection a priority for their soldiers and recognize that by recommending eye protection as an everyday item—like boots and helmets—soldier familiarity with the equipment once on the battlefield is ensured.”

In addition to Switzerland Revision exclusively supplies German, Canadian, British, Dutch, Belgian and Danish forces with their protective eyewear needs. The Revision Sawfly continues to be the most widely issued military spectacle amongst NATO nations, dominating the ballistic protective eyewear landscape worldwide.

The Sawfly Eyewear System features a lightweight frame, communications equipment-compatible arms and interchangeable ballistic protective lenses. It’s also prescription capable with Revision’s Rx Carrier, 95,000 of which were also included in this contract award. The Sawfly Spectacle provides superior ballistic protection, exceeding EN 166 and military ballistic impact requirements (MIL-PRF-31013, clause 3.5.1.1 and MIL-DTL-43511D, clause 3.5.10); flawless optics for distortion-free vision; and rugged durability to protect and perform through all the rigors of combat.

www.revisionmilitary.com/

ESS Offices Threatened By Wildfires

Tuesday, August 20th, 2013

Wildfires are threatening several counties in Idaho including the home of ESS. In spite of an evacuation notice, ESS will continue to support their customers as much as possible. If you try to contact the company’s main phone number you may get this message. However, employees may reach out via email or cell phones as possible.

Thank you for calling ESS. Our office is currently closed due to local Idaho wildfires burning near Sun Valley. Evacuation notices have affected our location, and we will re-open the office once those notices allow for our employees’ safe return to work. Thank you for your patience, and please check our web site www.esseyepro.com for status updates about our office closure.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the ESS family and all of the residents of Idaho affected by these fires. Additionally, we hope that no firemen or other responders are injured while dealing with this crisis.

US Elite Spotlight On: Smith Optics

Wednesday, July 10th, 2013

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Beginning July 9 through July 29, US Elite’s new Spotlight On: features Smith Optics. Get 10% OFF all Smith Optics purchases plus FREE SHIPING/FREE RETURNS. With every purchase you will also be entered into the Giveaway to win a pair of Prospect Tactical eyewear. Read all the contest rules here.

www.us-elitegear.com/spotlight-on

Smith Elite Releases PivLock V2 Tactical

Wednesday, June 26th, 2013

We first showed you the PivLock V2 Tactical during SHOT Show. Now, they are available for purchase.

PivLock V2 Tactical

The frameless PivLock V2 Tactical features a 3-position adjustable nosepiece and innovative interchangeable lenses. Interestingly, the same interchangeable lens system also allows the lens to absorb energy in an impact. The TLT (Tapered Lens Technology) corrects distortion and incorporates anti-fog and scratch resistant coatings as well as offering 100% protection from UVA/UVB rays and full ANSI Z87.1 and US MIL-PRF-31013 coverage.

Available with Tan 499 or Black frames with Grey lens with optional Clear and Ignitor spares. I’m a big fan of the Ignitor lens as it offers high contrast on a bright day.

elite.smithoptics.com

Oakley SI M Frame Helo

Tuesday, June 4th, 2013

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The SI M Frame Helo from Oakley is an insert for the SI M Frame 2.0 and 3.0. It’s a soft rubberized gasket designed to comfortably keep dirt and debris out of your eyes.

www.oakleysi.com

Smith Elite Introduces Prospect Tactical Sunglass

Friday, May 24th, 2013

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Smith Elite has introduced the Prospect Tactical, a blacked out, ballistic sunglass. Staying true to the core, this Smith Elite protective sunglass incorporates Smith Ballistic Lenses and Frames that exceed the MIL SPEC for impact resistance. The Prospect Tactical is an all day, everyday style for the modern outdoor warrior.

Smith Ballistic Lenses meet ANSI Z87.1 standard for optics and MIL-PRF-31013 standard for impact
Medium fit/Medium coverage
Megol nose and temples pads
Smith Ballistic Frames: Light weight & impact resistant
Tapered Lens Technology corrects distortion
Lenses provide 100% protection from harmful UVA/UVB/UVC rays
8 Base Lens Curvature
Frame Measurements 61-19-125

Available now at your local Smith Dealer or via SmithElite.com.

Free Shipping Through Memorial Day from Revision

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013

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Now through Memorial Day Revision is offering FREE ground shipping in the Revision online store for all U.S. and APO/FPO orders. Don’t forget to use the discount code FANS to receive 30% off all eyewear.

www.revisionmilitary.com/store

SOFIC – Oakley

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

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Coming Memorial Day from Oakley SI is the Fuel Cell POW/MIA Limited Edition. This design honors those who never made it home. The detail is amazing, with barbed wire and the image of a guard tower. Additionally, the Red Oakley “O” integrates the lines from an MIA bracelet first made popular during the Viet Nam war.

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These really mean a lot to me as I wore a MIA bracelet for much of my career until the Soldier I honored’s remains were returned home. Oakley will make a substantial donation to the National League of Families for this project.

www.oakleysi.com