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FirstSpear Friday Focus – A New Website

Friday, March 23rd, 2018

FirstSpear is excited to announce an all new website built from the ground up with major improvements to support the professional user. Mobile responsive across virtually any device with improved navigation and search along with a completely new filtering feature which will allow the user to view products by integrated FS technology, material, color, or application like weapon type to name just a few.

Perhaps one of the greatest additions is the FS Pro Account. Approved military or law enforcement users (registration and credentials required) will now have individual access to the pro store and see their law enforcement and military discounts already applied anytime they shop.

Users will also be able to save items to build future equipment lists that can then be shared with team mates or superiors during equipment reviews and department purchasing.

FirstSpear is also excited to announce a smoother checkout process now featuring PayPal as an available payment method. Customers will also soon have the option to donate during checkout to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

FirstSpear invites current customers to leave a review on your favorite FS item for 10% off your next purchase. In addition if you register and create an account between now and March 30th you will be entered to win a brand new Strandhögg Plate Carrier. Good Luck!

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Wind Cheater returns in MultiCam

Friday, March 16th, 2018

All new for 2018 the Wind Cheater returns in Multicam! Constructed from 330D ambush the Wind Cheater is a unique garment very light in weight, breathes like a t-shirt yet still sheds wind and light precipitation thanks to a DWR coating.

The Wind Cheater features a long tail great for colder days with just the right height on the front for easy access to belt mounted accessories. Oversized hood works well with hats or helmets with a wide range of bungee adjustment for user defined fit. Two large bicep pockets, pit zips and torso pockets allow for exceptional ventilation when required.

Available in Multicam while supplies last! Black, Ranger Green, Coyote, and Manatee Grey also available. Made in the USA!

www.first-spear.com/wind-cheater

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – OEM Partner Series – Hill People Gear

Friday, March 9th, 2018

Today we have another edition of FirstSpear’s OEM Partner Series. This time we’re featuring one of FirstSpear’s first OEM customers, Hill People Gear, and the all new Aston House Back Country Pack.

The Back Country is based on the original Aston House Pack integrating FS laser cut technology on the interior and exterior of the pack to maximize personal equipment organziaiton while reducing weight and bulk. Tried and true HPG suspension system with the capability to add a waist belt.

The pack compresses down for hiking and mountain biking, but is suitable for overnighters in temperate climates with ultralight gear.

Made in the USA by FirstSpear

* use the coupon code “rbwithpack” to get a $10 discount on a Recon Belt when purchased with this pack *

www.hillpeoplegear.com

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Disruptive Technology

Friday, March 2nd, 2018

In January 2012 FirstSpear introduced the first production tactical vest with a laser cut MOLLE compatible platform along with Tubes, a new standard for rapidly donning and doffing ballistic protection. Since then the technology has been fielded with assets of the United States Department of Defense, State and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies and early adopters from the international special operations community.

Ronnie Fowlkes, VP Business Development – “Everyone said the technology wouldn’t work when we first released it and thought we were crazy when we said we were discontinuing MOLLE permanently. Now, everyone else is trying to catch up and move this direction.”

Today, we take a look at some of these vests after more than five years of continuous field use.

Lieutenant Dan Colasanto heads up the Garland Police Department and SWAT Team and was one of the first teams to test, evaluate, and field the original Strandhögg plate carrier system more than 5 years ago. Those original vests are still in service with the Garland PD today. According to Dan, “Through heavy use and long continuous hours we have had zero issues with the carriers and they have exceeded our expectations.”

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Garland SWAT Vest

We have been FirstSpear customers since the company started. The 6/12 system provides superior performance and durability compared to other carriers I have used in my 25 years of service in law enforcement and 22 years of SWAT. –Lt. Dan Colasanto – Garland Police Department

Tubes single hand operation was a game changer all on its own and the perfect complement to 6/12. When the two technologies are used together they can afford the operator about 40% reduction in weight compared to vests with the same features.

With increased demand from end users and adoption by operators within the US DOD, FirstSpear has agreements in place with industry leading manufacturers and OEM partners to license FirstSpear laser cutting technology and integrate Tubes into systems supporting the warfighter, law enforcement and security professionals. An enormous amount of energy was put forth to bring these disruptive technologies to the front lines and FS welcomes additional equipment manufacturers to expand upon the success of Tubes and laser cutting technology for their own equipment solutions.

Scott Carver, President & CEO – “After years of investment and development in new technology, we’ve demonstrated lighter weight, improved performance, and now real world durability at a level never seen before. In an effort to get this technology to the men and women who need it as rapidly as possible, we are actively working with other domestic manufacturers to help them integrate laser cutting and Tubes in to their vest systems.”

FirstSpear was founded in 2010 by a team of former service members and industry professionals dedicated to building the most advanced load bearing equipment and armor platforms for todays armed professional.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – MultiCam Squadron Smock

Friday, February 16th, 2018

This week, FirstSpear is giving you first shot at their new FS Squadron Smocks in MultiCam, featuring USA Merino Wool. These are available for a short time, in limited sizing, while supplies last. Updated with FS ACM-MID400 through the torso the Squadron Smock is in a league of its own. Fully loaded with features and pockets and a loose overall fit to accommodate additional layers.

The Squadron Smock is a hybrid garment that depending upon your circumstances can be a uniform top, a weather barrier, or even hasty load carriage.

An oversized hood will fit over your helmet with most NVGs attached and an easily adjusted stiffener in the bill will help keep the shape.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – LCS Bag w/ Exterior Pockets

Friday, February 9th, 2018

Introducing an original stocking item from the FS line up that has undergone very little design changes over the years simply because it works. The Three Sided LCS Bag w/ Exterior pockets is a no frills deployment style duffel designed to carry it all and then some. Enormous zippered bag opens to lay flat or hung on a wall. Webbing straps are used throughout the interior to secure pockets when not in use or aid further in general organization. One large outside pocket and two more exterior pockets on the opposing side. Extra large padded breakaway sling included.

3700 cu in
22″ Width, 17″ Height, 12″ Depth
LARGE POCKET: 19″ Width, 15″ Height, 3″ Depth
2 SMALL POCKETS: 9″ Width, 15″ Height, 3″ Depth

www.first-spear.com

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – New Woobie Colors

Friday, February 2nd, 2018

This week’s Friday Focus offers a first look at the all new Woobie colors of Sand and Commando.

All new for 2018 FirstSpear has released two new colors in their USA Merino Wool Woobie! Built with the heaviest wool package ACM-WARM600 this garment is incredibly warm and surprisingly lightweight, now available in two sharp new colors Sand and Commando.

Features a lower cut in the tail for extra warmth and a stand-up collar with FS low profile neck zipper. Wrist overs and thumb holes are built with FS ACM-BASE100 and can be pushed or rolled out of the way if desired. Exceptional cold weather performance with all the natural benefits of merino wool built for comfort and style you could wear anywhere.

Generously cut for ACM base and mid weight layering. If you do plan to layer underneath the Woobie go with your standard shirt size. If you are more likely to just wear a t-shirt underneath consider stepping down one size for a closer fit.

Made in America with American Merino Wool.

www.first-spear.com

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Centurion Pant Sneak Peek

Friday, January 26th, 2018

This week we are giving you a sneak peek of the Centurion Pant, FirstSpear had outfitted their manakins with, on the SHOT Show floor.

The Centurion is FirstSpear’s first go at trousers and I like the design. It’s simple and doesn’t scream “tactical”. Outwardly, they look like any pair of Outdoor pants. In fact, FirstSpear envisions them as daily wear as well as for outdoor use.

One feature that is really cool is that the button waist closure is backed up by an adjustable Waist Band with a solid, no-slip buckle for use without a belt. The internal waist band is the same material as used in the Line 1 Belt, only thinner and slightly padded. The external belt loops are optimized for holster carry on or in the belt.

The front pockets incorporate nano stretch mesh while the rear patch pockets remind me of jeans.

In between, on either side, there is a Stretch Bridge Pocket which fits pistol magazine, flashlight, or knife/multi-tool.

Although not seen, the samples have an interesting feature I’ve never encountered before. Tucked in mesh pockets beneath where the sidearm and reloads are carried are removable Poron foam inserts for padding.

The knees are articulated and the crotch features a diamond gusset to enhance fit, mobility and comfort.

The fabric is 6.5 oz 50/50 NYCO ripstop. FirstSpear’s Jon Laplume describes it as on “intimate” blend, sharing that the nylon fibers are cut and textured to be the same length and texture as the cotton so that when it is spun into yarn you have an even texture throughout the fabric without a direction. Additionally, the cotton is combed rather than carded. This process is more difficult, but strips out any short or week fibers producing a better quality, stronger, and ultimately softer fabric. This fabric is more abrasion resistant than the 65/35 polycottons commonly used in Europe and also more breathable and cooler.

The Centurion Pant is sized like a military uniform trouser from Small through XXLarge. Likewise, there are Short, Regular and Long lengths. But, the hem is simple to make tailoring easier.

No word yet on final color offerings. However, the samples feature darker thread which highlights the body mapping design.

With the final product still a ways out, look for these sometime later this year from www.first-spear.com.

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