SOD was one of the first companies I ever wrote about and it’s always great to see Max At IWA. This year SOD showcased their Legion series with a special mannequin display.
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IWA 19 – SOD
Monday, March 11th, 2019IWA 19 – Something For The Kids From Kombat.UK
Saturday, March 9th, 2019
IWA 19 – Gruppa 99
Saturday, March 9th, 2019In the Russian pavilion, we ran across Gruppa 99 who we haven’t written about in years.
They displayed several items including their level 10 hot weather uniform. The Archeda shirt and pant are made from a quick drying nylon 6, featuring a water repellant finish. Seen here is the Umber color.
Gore Debuting New Products and Technologies in Nuremberg at IWA Outdoor Classics 2019
Saturday, March 9th, 2019
From March 8-11 in Nuremberg, Germany, W. L. Gore & Associates will be debuting new products and technologies at the 2019 IWA Outdoor Classics trade fair. To discover Gore’s innovative textile solutions at IWA Outdoor Classics 2019, stop by Stand 326 in Hall 9.
The world-leading annual trade show provides an opportunity for purveyors of hunting, shooting sports, and outdoor gear and equipment to showcase the latest, best products – for both civilian and official law enforcement and military applications. Trade show visitors and exhibitors come from all over the world to attend IWA Outdoor Classics and view its unparalleled range of products.
At this year’s IWA show, Gore will feature new products and technologies developed specifically for police and the armed forces. These unique, head-to-toe concepts include GORE-TEX SURROUND® footwear, GORE-TEX and GORE WINDSTOPPER® fabrics, and uniforms outfitted with the latest GORE® PYRAD® fabric technology.
IWA 19 – 10/10 Cross Mag
Saturday, March 9th, 2019From Canada, comes the 10/10 Cross Mag.
Designed due to 10 round magazine capacity restrictions in Canada, the 10/10 combined two 10 round mags which couple together at the base. When attached to one another, the two translucent magazines are about the same length as a 30 round magazine. They can be configured either curved or straight and with rounds pointing the same way or in opposite directions.
IWA 19 – Troy 45 Deg Offset Sights
Saturday, March 9th, 2019Troy Industries’ new 45 Deg Offset Sights have been adopted as a component of the US Army’s M110A1 Compact Semi Auto Sniper System. They have also been adopted by the French Army for use on the HK 416FR.
The front sights are available as M4-style or HK round- style.
Rear Sights are standard round or Diamond aperture.
On CSASS, the Army uses an FDE round rear sight and HK-style round front.
The sights are also available with Tritium. The rear sight has smaller vials so as not to overwhelm the eye.
Billet Machined T6 aluminum construction and hardcoat anodized in Black or FDE. The steel parts are stainless and melonited or black oxide plated, depending on the application.
These are manufactured in their West Springfield, Mass facility.
IWA 19 – FK BRNO Multi Caliber Pistol
Saturday, March 9th, 2019I sat down with firearms trainer Rob Pincus At IWA to discuss the new Multi Caliber Pistol From FL BRNO which Fire 9mm, 10mm and 7.5 FK. Pincus initially began working with them in 2016 when he was contacted by the company regarding the potential of the 7.5 FK ammunition. In 2017 he was invited to fire the round and pistol in the Czech Republic for the first time.
Up front, Pincus explained, “Let’s clear something up. It’s not a $2000 9mm. It’s a 7.5 gun that shoots 9mm…for training for recreation and competition.”
It’s a single action pistol. You might find that the recoil system is similar to that found on the Hudson, but FK BRNO has it first and it’s patented.
Additional cartridges have been developed in 7.5 FK like the conical projectile seen here.
Using specific magazines made from steel, the pistol will hold 17+1 9mm rounds or 16+1 10 and 7.5 FK.
The Diamond and Ghost Ring sight system is rather interesting, although the slide is plumbed for a red dot sight.
FL BRNO has developed a railed frame. Right now they are determining whether it will be an option, or become the standard frame.
The stock attaches quickly. A Stabilizing Brace is under development for the US market.
Holsters are already available, like this model from Falco.
Here’s a video showing how to convert the pistol from 7.5 FK to 9mm.
Pincus also cleared up concerns over the over the importer, stating that they have partnered with a completely new importer for the US.
Look for the Multi Caliber Pistol from FK BRNO in about two months.
IWA 19 – Moorschmied Wurmrot Damask Forging
Saturday, March 9th, 2019This Damascus forged knife from Moorschmied caught my eye. They’ve combined copper into the tool steel blade, creating a very pleasing aesthetic.
This example has a handle made from 4,000 year old oak recovered from the Teufelsmoor bog.
