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MDM – Additional Photos of ArmorWorks Protective Combat Shirt Mod2

Thursday, September 26th, 2013

On Tuesday we showed you the new Protective Combat Shirt Mod2 from ArmorWorks but I wasn’t satisfied with the photos. I want you to see the various features of this innovative design. In particular, check out the shawl collar, ventilated torso and short sleeves. Many in the SOF community cut off their sleeves in the heat and ArmorWorks has acknowledged this by pairing it with an FR long sleeved undershirt.

This diamond shaped section is a jacquard mesh for ventilation.

The OD sections of the garment are a proprietary two-layer, double-sided Kevlar knit/jersey construction first used in the Protective Under Garment (PUG).

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MDM – DRIFIRE/Crye Precision PCU Level 9

Wednesday, September 25th, 2013

In what is the biggest news of Modern Day Marine, DRIFIRE and Crye Precision have teamed up to introduce an FR, certified, PCU level 9 garment. This gives SOCOM its first SOF Unique FR combat uniform option that is available to any units on the SPEAR program.

DRIFIRE is offering their performance FR fabric called Foretrex and Crye Precision created the garment design. Foretrex is not only FR but also wear resistant, moisture wicking and anti-microbial.

It integrates the features found on the Crye Precision combat uniform, including the interface for the Crye knee pad, and is a great option for those requiring FR coverage.

Available in virtually any camouflage pattern, the first run is in Woodland camouflage. However, it is important to note that the stretch panels at the lumbar and knees are non-FR.

Tags: Crye Precision, Drifire
Posted in Camo, Clothing, FR, MDM | 22 Comments »

Find XGO at DSEi

Monday, September 9th, 2013

XGO is on hand at DSEi in the NC Dept of Commerce Booth # N7-384, Security and Special Forces Zone.

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DRIFIRE’s NAVAIR Approved Flightsuits Available Through ADS inc

Tuesday, August 20th, 2013

DRIFIRE offers a two-piece flightsuit and combat shirt that are approved for use by NAVAIR. Designed to work together, these FR, performance garments are well suited to ground as well as air operations. I think LE organizations who face flame threats should check these out.

Like I said, these are performance FR garments. In addition to their FR properties, they are also anti-microbial and moisture wicking. As far as flight clothing go, the DRIFIRE garments fuse combat and flying features making them great options for Multi-seat aircraft such as cargo and rotary wing. Both garments are offered in Khaki as well as Sage.

DRIFIRE FR garments are available for unit and agency orders through www.adsinc.com/drifire.

Tags: ADS Inc, Drifire
Posted in ADS, Clothing, FR | 8 Comments »

USAF No Melt No Drip Next-to-Skin Approved Products List

Monday, August 5th, 2013

Here is the latest edition of the US Air Force’s No Melt No Drip Next-to-Skin Approved Products List, AFD-130726-053, published by the Air Force Uniform Office. There are a variety of companies and their poducts on the list.

Download AFD-130726-053 here.

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Outdoor Retailer – XGO

Friday, August 2nd, 2013

The big story at XGO is FR stretch. They are made from a Rayon-Modacrylic-Lycra blend for compression.

Offered in Short Sleeve T, Long Sleeve T and Watch Cap.

Available in Spring 2014.

www.proXGO.com
-Laurice Graves
Laurice is a Navy Veteran who serves as Den Mother to the SSD crew and provides trade show coverage.

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USAF Approves New Balance Merino Clothing

Tuesday, July 30th, 2013

New Balance announced that on July 19, 2013 the Air Force Uniform Office approved several New Balance items for use with FR uniforms. The items on the list are intended to be worn next to skin only.

It includes a wide range of No Melt No Drip products that are appropriate for a wide range of climates. NB’s synthetic blends and proprietary Merino wool blends will offer Airmen a next to skin layering system appropriate for their unique mission.

AFR701 Flame Resistant T-Shirt
AFR105 Flame Resistant Boxer
AFR105w Flame Resistant FR Women’s Boy Short
AFR801 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Top
AFR201 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Drawers
MIL865 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Light Weight Top
MIL245 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Light Weight Drawers
MIL126 Flame Resistant FR Women’s Boy Short
MIL708 Light Weight Merino Wool T-Shirt
MIL810 Light Weight Merino Wool Crew
MIL811 Mid Weight Merino Wool ¼ Zip
MIL102 Light Weight Merino Wool Boxers
MIL211 Light Weight Merino Wool Drawers
MIL212 Mid Weight Merino Wool Drawers

More information is available at www.newbalance.com under Military. Additionally, unit and agency ordered can be handled by www.ADSinc.com

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Posted in Air Force, Clothing, FR | 5 Comments »

Darley Defense Days – Wild Things Tactical

Tuesday, June 11th, 2013

The word from Wild Things is FR. In addition to a Merino base layer, they’ve introduced an interesting FR fleece jacket that utilizes a proprietary fleece liner with Sigma face. It’s a waist length design with slash hand warmer pockets.

WTT has also worked up a couple of other jacket designs that incorporate WL Gore fabrics including Fast and Light as well as Pyrad. Stay tuned for details on these new garments.

www.wildthingsgear.com

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