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Bawidamann Blades – Ti Utilitarian Christmas Ornaments 

Monday, December 4th, 2017

Leave it to the Bawidamann brothers to come up with something unique for Christmas.

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Made from titanium, these utilitarian Christmas Ornaments will be available soon. Offered as Sugar Shivs and Candy Canes.

Be sure to sign up for their newsletter for first dibs.

bawidamann.com

Sparrows Ranger Set Available in Kryptek RAID Camo

Monday, November 20th, 2017

With two different carry options the Ranger case is a versatile set that can be adapted to your personal carry or operational needs.

The set can be carried by duty belt or mounted with Malice clips to your Molle compatible gear.

The Ranger case has two parts the holster and a removable tool case that is held in place by a large Velcro swatch. The ability to remove the tool case from the holster allows for a larger selection of tools to be carried and the ability to quickly remove and pass the entire tool set to another team member. With its increased capacity the ranger case also incudes a compartment for padlock shims or other small bypass tools.

Ranger Set Contents

6 x Picks with thermal handles
1 x Level 1 Wrenches
1 x Padlock shim set
1 x Wafer keys
1 x SHANK
1 x Mini Jim

Available in Kryptek RAID, Black and Green.

DOES NOT INCLUDE BELT

www.sparrowslockpicks.com/product_p/kranger

Overland Expo East 2017 – The Griffin Rescue Tool

Sunday, October 1st, 2017

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Among the acres of high-end overlanding equipment and custom expedition vehicles during last weekend’s Overland Expo East at the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, this little gem of a tool stood out: The Griffin Rescue Tool. It’s specially designed for first responders with a glass breaker, seatbelt cutter, and oxygen bottle valve wrenches among its 14 functions. About 3 1/2 inches long, it’s also TSA compliant.

Price and availability TBA.

Griffin Pocket Tools

 

Tough Hook Introduces New Colors

Thursday, September 28th, 2017

Tough Hook Hangers are now available on GSA through US Patriot Tacticals Schedule 84. Tough Hook has expanded its colors options to six colors. Their newest colors are Yellow, Red and recently, Grey. All of these can be purchased through their network of dealers.

All products are 100% American Made in Bozeman, MT and Carry a Lifetime Warranty and Tough Hook is Veteran and LE owned. All colors are in stock. For any questions, info, or dealer inquires. Feel free to contact mike@tough-hook.com.

IEE Rugged Displays Featured at DSEI 2017

Friday, September 1st, 2017

Displays Focus on Open Architecture (OA) and Open Standard Video and Data Interfaces

September 5th, 2017, Van Nuys, CA—IEE, a manufacturer of enhanced displays for military applications, will be exhibiting at the Defense Security Expo International (DSEI) exhibition in London, England September 12-15th. IEE’s array of smart and flat panel displays addresses a variety of applications across Ground Vehicle, Naval, and Airborne markets. Open Architecture (OA) Systems, and Open Standard Video and Data Interfaces across IEE’s product lines, address customers needs for modularity and reuse, to deliver compliant and cost-effective solutions.

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A highlight of IEE’s Ground Vehicle Displays is the 12.1” Control Display Unit, (CDU) utilizing networked open architecture standards to achieve interoperability and optimization of size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C). Standards such as Generic Vehicle Architecture (GVA—UK DEF STAN 23-09), LAVOSAR NATO GVA (NGVA—STANAG 4754) and US VICTORY, emphasize the importance of networking in intra- and inter-vehicle communications.

“IEE’s objective is to provide competitively priced, high-quality display solutions that meet the needs of our customers all over the world,” commented Steve Motter, Vice President of Business Development at IEE. “Part of meeting customer needs is providing modular products designed with the flexibility to quickly and easily accommodate custom applications.”

3 ATI

For the Airborne market, IEE will be showcasing a new square aspect ratio display 3 ATI Line Replaceable Unit (LRU), that addresses the ongoing need for Instrumentation and Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) replacement. The 3 ATI is available in a variety of I/O configurations, including Ethernet, RS-232/422, 1553, ARINC 429 and ARINC 818. IEE’s field-proven avionics replacement displays have made them a display of choice for a variety of military aircraft platforms.

IEE is exhibiting in the South Hall-Stand S9-231 at DSEI, September 12-15th in conjunction with Solid State Supplies/Ginsbury Electronics, IEE has supplied rugged displays in partnership with Ginsbury for programs and platforms such as the Astute Submarine, Chinook Helicopter, Cutlass (UK Bomb disposal, Type 23 upgrade). Stop by or make an appointment with Steve Motter by calling toll-free 1-800-422-0867, ext. 327, or email sales@ieeinc.com.

About Ginsbury Electronics: (Part of the Solid State Supplies Group)

Established in 1979 and located in Rochester, Kent, Ginsbury Electronics is a specialist displays and power component distributor and integrator for commercial, retail, industrial and military clients throughout the UK and Europe. For further information visit www.ginsbury.co.uk.

About IEE:
For over 70 years, Industrial Electronic Engineers, IEE, has been a trusted provider of enhanced displays for military and industrial applications. From rapid prototyping of custom designs to full-scale production runs, IEE produces innovative displays with advanced features like multi-mode backlighting, optically bonded touch-screens, and lightweight, ruggedized enclosures. IEE’s direct control of critical process steps reduces costs, decreases production lead times and improves life-cycle management. IEE display products are distributed worldwide. Go to ieeinc.com.

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EXOTAC – titanLIGHT

Saturday, August 26th, 2017

I saw EXOTAC’s titanLIGHT at the recent Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City.  It is a refillable, waterproof lighter and features a replaceable flint and wick.  Made from aircraft grade aluminum, it features O-ring seals for longer intervals between lighter fluid refills.


www.exotac.com

Engo – Multifunction Survival Tool Shovel

Friday, August 25th, 2017

The 2.2 lbs Multifunction Survival Tool Shovel from Engo features a handle made of aircraft hardened aluminum with a Stainless Steel blade that chops and saws. The package also includes a paracord, whistle, knife, bottle opener, wire cutter, Magnesium fire starter, hoe, measuring tool and storage bag. Might be worth throwing in the trunk for a bad day.

store.engousa.com/p/multifunction-shovel-survival-tool

Recon Active Rings

Wednesday, August 9th, 2017

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Recon Active Rings is a Veteran-owned company which specializes in silicone active rings. “Designed for active lifestyles and truly kinetic individuals,” Recon Rings are great for wearing when exercising, and even for situations, such as operating heavy machinery, where a traditional wedding band can get caught. Additionally, a portion of the money from the sale of each Recon ring will be donated amongst several military affiliated, non-profit 501(c)3 organizations with a focus on helping veterans and their families.

reconrings.com