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2019 IWA Outdoor Classics
Friday, March 8th, 2019You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
Friday, March 8th, 2019This time it was one of our stickers in a stand at Enforce Tac.
Enforce Tac 19 – LMS Gear Flannel Shirt
Thursday, March 7th, 2019
LMS Gear is introducing a flannel shirt, to go along with Multi Utility Denim.
At the front you can see the asymmetric pockets with a regular flapped shirt pocket on the left side of the shirt and a small pocket with pen slot on the right. Interestingly, this pocket is accessible through the armpit of an armor vest. Additionally, midway down the front opening is a slot for sun glasses.
The shirt also features patched elbows for durability.
The sides of the hem feature a Cordura patch for durability, to avoid tearing when pulling the shirt for a draw from conceal.
At the left and right of the shirt, just behind the side seam are low-profile pockets which will accept a single 30 rd magazine.
Story by Eric Graves
Sneak Peek – FK BRNO PSD Multi Caliber Pistol
Thursday, March 7th, 2019I am in Nurnberg Germany doing IWA stuff and got a preview of a promotional video for FK BRNO’s PSD, their new Polymer, Multi Caliber Pistol, making its debut here at the show. In addition to the bottle neck 7.5 FK round, caliber changes to both 9mm and 10mm are as simple as a barrel swap
Right now, I’m only able to share these two images but I’ll get a lot more information once the show opens on Friday.
What are you really going to like is the price. Their all steel field pistol goes for about $7500, while this new Polymer version will retail somewhere around $2000.
Story by Eric Graves
Enforce Tac 19 – HK 433 Ver 5
Thursday, March 7th, 2019
Heckler & Koch displayed the latest version of the HK 433 Carbine during Enforce Tac. Chambered in 5.56mm, this model incorporates an 11″ barrel and features H&K’s RAL8000 coloration.
They have submitted the HK 433 as well as a variant of the HK 416 for the Bundeswehr’s competition for a new rifle to replace the G36. Take a look at the version we wrote about one year ago here, and you will notice a few, slight variations.
For instance, the charging handle has been moved slightly to the rear and is now reversible from left to right.
Above are two closeups of the back up front sight and below are two of the rear.
The HK 433 combines operating controls from both M16 and G36 families.
You can see it is equipped with the H&K 30 round polymer magazine. It features a window with orange round indicator on the spring.
-Eric Graves
Editor
Enforce Tac 19 – Berghaus Crusader Pack in Dutch Fractal Camouflage Pattern
Thursday, March 7th, 2019Several companies including Berghaus displayed wares printed in the Dutch military’s fractal pattern.
This is the Crusader which has been popular for decades with Dutch Special Operations Forces.
Enforce Tac 19 – FN SCAR-SC in 300 BLK
Thursday, March 7th, 2019
FN Has introduced a version of the SCAR Sub Compact in 300 BLK or as they like to say, 7.62x35mm. 300 BLK has gained a great deal of popularity in European LE and Security services.
The SCAR-SC features a 7.5″ barrel and thanks to the collapsible stock, is 21.1″ to 25.7″ in overall length. It weighs 6.9 lbs and features a NON-reciprocating charging handle.
fnamerica.com/products/riflescarbines-select-fire/fn-scar-sc
Enforce Tac 19 – TACWRK
Thursday, March 7th, 2019For the past few years, the centerpiece of the TACWRK booth at Enforce Tac is a display featuring real world combinations of equipment. One of the mannequins always mimics an Operator from a significant event.
This year, it’s the lone SAS Operator from the recent terror attack in Nairobi.
They were able to replicate everything except the weapon accessories.
How much of the kit can you name?
-Eric Graves
Editor
