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Flame, Flash & Cut Protection Gloves from Uniforce®

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008

New Spec Ops series offers four styles that meet any mission!

US Cavalry

Radcliff, KY (March 7, 2008) – U.S. Cavalry, the world’s leading multi-channel distributor for Military, Law Enforcement and Homeland Security communities, now carries four new gloves from Uniforce® that feature both Nomex® and Kevlar® fabric for the ultimate in flame, flash and cut protection.

There are ten reasons to wear hand protection and you can count them on both hands! Protect your digits with the new Uniforce® Spec Ops series of gloves featuring several advances to combat cuts and burns:

* Specially engineered Pittards® leather called FIREBLOC™ with flame retardant properties and resistance to oil and water based stains
* Nomex® inner lining for flash resistance
* Kevlar® outer shell for added strength and cut and tear resistance

US Cavalry Uniforce Gloves

In addition, the Spec Ops series of gloves use DIGITAL® laser etched palm pads for a superior ergonomic grip than traditional gloves plus more substantial padding for increased shock absorption. TRI-CURVE® construction creates a seamless palm for a better fit and reduced chafing.

Spec Ops gloves are available in two lengths to suit any mission parameter. Choose either the short cuff or the long cuff version (with an additional 4-inch gauntlet) for increased wrist protection. For those needing extra impact resistance, select a hard knuckle version with ABS SHOK SORB nylon protectors.

US Cavalry Uniforce Gloves

For those that go into harm’s way, the threat from fire and lacerations is common yet preventable. Protect your hands with the new Uniforce® Spec Ops glove series; in stock and ready for order. To see video demos of the product and for additional technical details, visit: www.uscav.com/uniforce or call 1.800.200.9455.

About U.S. Cavalry: U.S. Cavalry, headquartered in Radcliff, Kentucky, has served professionals for 35 years by delivering the world’s finest equipment, services and training. The company serves its customers through managed accounts, retail stores, mail order catalogs and web site. For more information, log-on to our web site at www.uscav.com or call 800.777.7172 today.

Army Combat Shirt Update

Sunday, September 21st, 2008

Without explanation, Army G-1 has withdrawn the ACS ALARACT we reported on here. The ACS continues to be worn but apparently without wear guidance.

Eagle Industries Introduces Two Types of New Flightsuits

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

Eagle Industries

From Eagle Industries – Pics have been added, but the flightsuits aren’t on their website yet…

Eagle Flight Clothing

Eagle’s 2P/TAF (Two Piece Tactical Aircrew Flightsuit) is designed around the popular two piece Shirt and Pants, Flyers, Hot weather made for use during the Vietnam War with some modern upgrades to meet our customers needs.
Some companies sell cheaper non FR or piece-dyed flight suits, Eagle Industries requires military-specification, producer-dyed fabric and zippers made from NOMEX® fiber.

Aircrewmembers tell us our flight suits are much more functional than the traditional flightsuit. And what a relief to be able to take off the top. We make the 2P-TAF in standard BDU sizes and one design so we can keep the cost down.
2P-TAF flight suits are available in four colors. Khaki, Sage green, Black, Navy Blue

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Features:
• Zipper chest pockets face outward for use with body armor
• Zipper thigh pockets
• Round collar
• Button fly and zipper with belt loops and waist tabs
• Zipper sleeve pocket with cover
• Knife pocket
• Nametag hook-and-loop fastener
• Cargo pocket on left sleeve
• Hook-and-loop fastener sleeve tabs
• covered front zipper
• Zipper leg closures
• Lengthened back to allow tucking into pants
• Zipper leg pockets

Do you require the USAF 27/P flight suit but don’t like the pains associated with a one piece suit? Our 2P-27/P is identical to the CWU-27/P, but is available in a functional two piece design. Some companies sell cheaper non FR or piece-dyed flight suits, Eagle Industries requires military-specification, producer-dyed fabric and zippers made from NOMEX® fiber.
Aircrewmembers tell us our flight suits are much more functional than the traditional flightsuit. And what a relief to be able to take off the top. We make the 2P-27/P in standard BDU sizes and one design so we can keep the cost down.
2P-27/P flight suits are available in four colors. Khaki, Sage green, Black, Navy Blue

Eagle Industries 27/P FlightsuitEagle Industries 27/P Flightsuit CoatEagle Industries 27/P Flightsuit Coat - SideEagle Industries 27/P Flightsuit TrouserEagle Industries 27/P Flightsuit Trouser - Side

Features:
• Zipper chest pockets
• Zipper thigh pockets
• Round collar
• Button pants with belt loops and waist tabs
• Zipper sleeve pocket with cover
• Knife pocket
• Nametag hook-and-loop fastener
• One-inch hook-and-loop fastener waist tabs
• Hook-and-loop fastener sleeve tabs
• Two-way front zipper
• Zipper leg closures
• Pleated action back
• Zipper leg pockets

Coming soon: A British/Canadian design with built in kneeboards and the 27/P with epaulets and sewn in trouser seam.

All photos courtesy of Eagle Industries.

The Winter Combat Shirt

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

Both the Army and Marine Corps have been discussing development of a “winter” weight combat shirt. The Marines are very satisfied with the Combat Desert Jacket, but are looking for something in FR. It has been described as a pullover with a “ventable” neck. The body would be FR fleece with a means to secure the waist. The arm sections would be manufactured from a wind and weather resistant material. An RFP should be issued in a few months.

Update: 10 June, 2008. This item showed up on eBay.
Possible Winter Army Combat Shirt