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See Mechanix Wear’s New Berry M-Pact Glove at Warrior East

Monday, July 26th, 2021

Mechanix Wear introduces two new M-Pact® protection gloves that meet the Berry Amendment requirements. The new line of Berry Amendment M-Pact® products are built with materials sourced and sewn in the USA and continue to deliver the same rugged protection expected from any Mechanix Wear M-Pact® glove.

Built with advanced G-Form® SmartFlex™ padding technology the Berry Amendment M-Pact® gloves deliver lightweight, flexible impact protection against the many hazards that today’s armed service and law enforcement personnel face in the field.

Features;

• G-Form® SmartFlex™ advanced padding technology that stiffens, absorbs, and redistributes the energy from an impact to minimize potential injuries

• Quick-drying and breathable mesh keeps hands cool and comfortable

• Digital-textured goat skin leather palm infused with a moisture management technology reducing absorption of water and sweat while staying soft and form fitting

• Touch screen compatible

• Ergonomically designed and vibration reducing palm patch

• Molded silicone wrist strap for secure fit

• Carabiner loop for storage and drying

Be the first to see them at Warrior East in booth #606, July 29 & 30 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center.

Warrior West 21 – Soliyarn Smart Clothing

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021

Every trade show I attend I have a favorite product or company and my pick for Warrior West 21 is Soliyarn.

This Massachusetts-based tech company was founded on research conducted at UMass Amherst. In a nutshell, they take raw goods and using a vapor technology seamlessly coat a durable, thin film on to textiles. So far they’ve developed conductive, waterproof and anti-microbial coatings.

The conductive tech has been used to heat fabric. The technology works. I put a glove on and the back of my hand immediately began to warm up.

Because there are no cables running through the garment, there’s no need to worry about a cable being cut and losing power. Essentially, the fabric serves as a self-healing circuit. As long as there are fibers still connected, there is a degree of power running through the circuit.

They are currently working with Natick on prototypes of a heated HAHO glove. One of the prototypes seen here is from FirstSpear.

They can also treat the material to be water and oil resistant using a PFC free coating. I watched a demonstration of water being poured on this sample of cotton muslin and the water beaded right off. Not only is the fabric going to remain dry, it’s going to retain it’s comfort and air permeability.

I asked a whole lot of questions like whether or not this will also serve as a data bus. Since this technology is so new, they continue to refine what it can and can’t do. This is a story I definitely plan to follow up on.

Soliyarn technologies are available for unit and agency orders from ADS, Inc.

Warrior West 21 – Clime and Place

Tuesday, July 6th, 2021

Manufactured in my hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, Clime and Place offers a full line of protective handwear for any enviroment, including the arctic. Look for a series of articles soon focusing on their different models.

Clime and Place handwear is available for unit and agency orders from ADS, Inc.

Warrior West 21 – Mechanix Wear Torch Regulator

Wednesday, June 30th, 2021

You may see the Mechanix Wear Torch Regulator on a Mortarman near you soon to handle hot tubes.

This welding gloves is made from Durahide boar leather with a Kevlar FR lining to protect from heat and puncture, and stitched throughout with Kevlar thread.

Mechanix Wear products are available for unit and agency orders from ADS, Inc.

Sitka Arrowhead Equipment – Accessories & Load Carriage

Friday, May 7th, 2021

In addition to the new garments we’ve showcased over this week, Sitka Arrowhead Equipment is also offering a few accessories and load carriage which fans of the hunting side will be familiar with. By load carriage, we’re not talking assault vests, but rather day packs and duffels.

The Gunner Glove incorporates Gore-Tex Windstopper technology paired with Leather and a Stretch Woven Trigger Finger. Coyote in color.

The Gunner Glove is made in Vietnam so it is not TAA compliant for those of you who take that into consideration in buying decisions.

For load carriage, there’s the Drifter Travel Pack and Duffel.

The Pack and Duffel are made from TPU coated ripstop. The 25L Travel Pack is available in Lead and Coyote. The Duffels are offered in 50L, 75L and 110L sizes but only in Lead color.

The load carriage items are all TAA compliant, having been manufactured in the Philippines.

There is also some cool logo wear like T-shirts and Hats.

Find a Sitka Arrowhead Equipment dealer here.

Don’t forget, during their simulcast FB and IG Live segments at 2:30 PM today, US Elite will be wrapping up their week-long intro to SITKA Arrowhead’s products. They’ll be answering any last-minute questions you may have, but also announcing the grand-prize winner. One lucky individual will be receiving the whole layering system which includes: t-shirt, hat, one fleece, one mid-weight jacket, WWP jacket and pants in a duffle bag.

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Fast Rope Mitt

Friday, May 7th, 2021

You’ve waited and it’s finally arrived, the Fast Rope Mitt (FRM) is designed to be a minimalist, lightweight tool that can easily be transported on the Professional User and available for Fast Rope Insertion, the FRM can be used with or without the FirstSpear – Operator Glove (OG) and is constructed using the best in abrasion resistant, heat mitigating materials.

It’s cut and assembled to fold flat for transport in a typical Uniform Pocket; the FRM is low bulk and supports Short, Medium or Extended Fast Rope Insertions up to 90 Feet (27.4 Meters). Additionally, the FRM has an advanced two finger pattern that allows the User to rapidly expose his trigger finger to engage a firearm, this method is far faster than actually taking off a glove during extreme situations, the FRM can be pulled partially off and retained around the wrist by the second elastic strap across the back until time has become available to secure in through the reinforced retention loop at the cuff.

This glove is 100% Berry Compliant featuring all American “roper” cow leather and ultra-high performance Kovenex providing greatly enhanced cut, tear, and thermal resistance for Fast Rope Insertions. It’s ultra soft on the hand and double layered in key points with a firmer grain and texture on the exterior of the palm. Reinforced button holes allow for quick and easy carabiner or snap hook attachment.

As you would expect, FS used overbuilt construction techniques with highly advanced materials, all balanced for weight and performance for the most demanding end users. 100% American Made with USA materials. Currently available in S, M, L and XL with more options forthcoming.

For more information check out, www.first-spear.com/frm

Mechanix Wear Suppressor Products

Friday, March 5th, 2021

Leveraging their protective handwear for welders, Mechanix Wear has introduced three new products to manage the extreme heat produced by weapon suppressors: a cover, transport bag, and mitt.

Manufactured from CarbonX thermal resistant fabric technology and constructed with heavy stitching of DuPont Kevlar, they will withstand heat up to 2000°F.

Suppressor Cover

This 6″ suppressor cover (1.5″ outer diameter) mitigates radiant heat that causes burns and mirage distortion to the sight picture. The cover is made from CarbonX heat resistant fabric, padded with heavy felt and insulated with aluminum. It’s topped off with a CarbonX cord with metal lock to secure it to your suppressor.

Suppressor Transport Bag

Intended to hold up to two hot suppressors, this CarbonX Transport Bag is just over 14″ in length.

X-Pad Suppressor Heat Barrier

When it’s time to remove your suppressor from your weapon, the X-Pad Suppressor Heat Barrier protects your hand by serving as a mitt thanks to inserts for your fingers and thumb. This design helps grip the suppressor to get it loose. Extra insulation is provided by a heavyweight felt interior, withstanding up to 2000°F for 20 seconds.

Those interested in Mechanix Wear suppressor products should send an email here.

Vertx Launches Next-Gen Glove Line

Friday, January 29th, 2021

Four New Styles Suited for Every Season

Cincinnati, Ohio – Vertx®, a leading manufacturer of low-profile tactical apparel and accessories, announced today the launch of its next generation of gloves. Offered in four distinct styles; the Assault 2.0, Course of Fire, Crisp Action and Move to Contact. Each glove is built to handle the unique needs of any covert or overt mission. Now available online at vertx.com and in-store, each style comes in three colors; It’s Black, Ranger Green and Urban Grey. Customers can find their nearest dealer using the Vertx® store locator at vertx.com/store-locator.

“Gloves are an important part of our customer’s kit,” said Denny Bogard, GM/VP of Vertx. “The styles in our new line are designed for specific conditions the everyday operator faces, whether that’s range practice, breaching or running a mission in inclement weather.”

Built with their own unique purpose, the gloves fulfill individual aspects of the Prepared Professional’s daily duty dependent on the task at hand.  First in the lineup is the Assault 2.0 glove. The Assault 2.0 features 37.5® Active Particle Technology and light padding, making it the ideal all-purpose glove. It’s 37.5® Technology Merino wool back-of-hand works in tandem with the wearer’s natural microclimate to regulate temperature and manage moisture, leaving the skin sweat-free and cool for better performance.

Next up, the Vertx® Course of Fire glove is designed to provide the best grip without the bulk. The glove’s low-profile wrist and curved closure allow for unobstructed articulation and precise movement while keeping out debris. The Course of Fire is constructed using Pittards® Oiltac goatskin leather on the palm with built in hold that increases when wet. It’ll never wash out, never wear away and functions in any weather or condition.

The third new style, the Crisp Action Glove, is constructed to provide extra cover from the elements without sacrificing dexterity and grip. The glove’s weather-resistant body fabrication, tricot liner and extended cuff guard against wind and rain while its built-in leather slide guard and middle finger knuckle guard ensure hi-pressure areas are protected from wear and abrasion while shooting.

Last but not least, The Move to Contact glove is assembled with flexible D3O® padding that’s ideal for jobs where the hands require additional abrasion protection like breaching and industrial work. Designed to provide impact protection without sacrificing mobility, the glove’s streamlined wrist and curved closure allow for unobstructed articulation and precise movement while keeping out debris. To learn more about Vertx® gloves and the rest of the Vertx® line of low-profile and tactical apparel and accessories visit vertx.com