The ingenious ExiTool from CRKT includes a seat belt cutter, a tungsten carbide window breaker, and a bright L.E.D. flashlight in a package that attaches directly to a vehicle’s seat belt. Designed by knifemaker Russ Kommer, the blade is inset so that you won’t be accidentally cut.
Available soon from CRKT.
According to a story published in the UK Daily Mail, Roman examples of a multi-tool pre-date the Swiss Army knife by at least 18 centuries.
This example has actually been in the museum’s collection for some time and is a rare silver version. Less complex variants have been found made from bronze.
The Elite Operator Grade Knife from Emerson we recently told you about is now available on EOTAC’s website. I have to say that $218 for a limited run Emerson designed knife is a steal. Especially when it is offered in A-TACS pattern.
Order it at www.Eotac.com.
From the get go, EOTAC wanted to do a knife to complement their clothing styles so they went to knife making legend Ernest Emerson to produce the EOG-1 (Elite operator Grade). Emerson designed a custom blade design crafted from 154CM premium Stainless Tool Steel hardened to 57 Rockwell with a partial serration. The EOG-1 also features G10 scales and Titanium liner lock.
The production knife will only be available with the partially serrated blade like the Black variant above. The A-TACS version below is a prototype shown so that you can see how it will look with the camo finish. The knife will be available only through EOTAC and select EOTAC dealers and quantities will be limited. It will be offered in Black, Khaki, OD Green, and A-TACS.
EOTAC has a whole slew of new stuff coming for SHOT in booth #11456. Hopefully, we will be able to give you a couple of more sneak peeks before the show kicks off.
Blades, as in Knives? Wait, is that right? We thought Bawidamann was known for his military inspired pinup art. It turns out, he has been at work developing a new line of knives. Current offerings are fabricated from 154 CM with G10/Carbon Fiber Handles.
We can’t wait to see what he comes up with next. To check out his entire line of new cutlery, visit www.bawidamannblades.com
It’s simple. RMJ Tactical does one thing and they do it very well. They make tactical tomahawks for the modern warfighter. They are so good at it that their customer list looks like a veritable who’s who of putting foot to terrorist ass. They are being carried by Special Forces, Naval Special Warfare, Rangers, Marines, Army troops, SWAT, Air Rescue all over the world, wherever the fight takes them.
RMJ Tactical tomahawks are designed to be multi-functional with full tang construction so there is never any head-handle separation. They can be employed as a close quarter combat weapon, or as al breaching and extrication tool. They offer three tomahawks, the Shrike – 15 1/2″ & 13†– 23ox; the Kestrel – 13″ – 24 oz., and the Eagle Talon – 18″ – 28oz. The tomahawks come with a lightweight scabbard offering multiple carry options that is also MOLLE compatible.
RMJ Tactical has also just released the RUMP (Rigid Universal MOLLE Platform) which is a new MOLLE adapter for the equipment you absolutely have to keep secure. It is low profile, multiple redundancy MOLLE adapter that secures your equipment. It is field repairable and virtually indestructible.
The RMJ Tactical Shrike Tomahawk was recently featured in the Army Times Gear Scout.
RMJ Tactical will be in booth #202 at this week’s Soldier Equipment and Technology Expo and Conference or you can see their wares on the web at www.RMJtactical.com.
There were a lot of great products at last week’s Modern Day Marine expo at Quantico, Virginia.
Wilcox Industries showed their new interface for the Ops-Core mount.
Speaking of Ops-Core, they debuted several new products available in early 2010. This eye shield was actually developed a couple of years ago but placed on hold while they refined the FAST technology for a military customer. The lens slides up and down on a track located inside the shell. It will replace the front brow pad inside the helmet as a unit and is ready to go awaiting production of the actual clear shield which will be manufactured by Oakley.
The Smith Optics Elite Division crew was on hand.
Australian firm Global Safety Solutions & Management PTY LTD exhibited their new wet weather laminate material. It is used in the current Australian issue foul weather clothing system.
Inert Products, LLC displayed a wide variety of training aids including the M4 “rubber duck” as well as other inert training aids.
Benchmade Knives showed a set of their HK signature knives packed inside a pistol case. The combo pack includes a 20-Tools-in-One mutli-tool, LED light, and Ally knife.
We had an opportunity to see a few of the new products from SureFire at the ADS Warrior Expo and Outdoor Retailer shows. Below is just a sampling of what’s next in tactical illumination and cutlery.
M300 Mini Scout Light
At half the size of the M600 Scout Light (hence the name M300), the Mini Scout Light utilizes a single CR123 battery. It makes for a more compact and slightly lighter alternative to the full-size M600. Unfortunately, it also translates into about half of the performance of the M600. However, as more compact and specialized weapons continue to see use, such a light may well find its place.
Surefire Helmet Lights
Now in its fourth generation, the Helmet Light has integrated several changes. Most notable is the new molded shrouds for the toggles. Instead of attaching an additional part to the light, the new shrouds are an integral part of the chassis which strengthens the design and reduces production time and material. Additionally, as you can see in the photo, the new light features a threaded battery cap with an integrated lock out switch. Rumor has it that an entirely new Helmet Light is under development and while no details have been released, features are being driven by user feedback and it won’t resemble the current model.
SureFire LX1 Lumamax
The LED LX1 is compact (4.1″ long) and features two brightness levels; 10 lumens low and 80 lumens high. Press lightly on the two stage tailcap switch for low and apply more pressure for high. Twist the tail switch for constant on in either of the brightness modes or to lockout the switch to avoid light ADs. Additionally, the pocket clip is reversible. There is also an LX2 model coming out that also features a two stage tailcap but goes to 200 lumens.
Edged Weapons
SureFire is also releasing two new folding knives; the Edge and Crank. As with their previous edged weapon designs, these are made in the U.S.A.
Surefire Crank
LENGTH CLOSED 3.97″
LENGTH OPEN 6.4″
BLADE LENGTH 2.56″
WEIGHT 3.2 oz.
The blade is manufactured from polished 154 CM steel. A single hexagonal opening machined into the aluminum frame accommodates 1/2″ nuts, and a slot extension holds a coin firmly in place for use as a field-expedient screwdriver. Additionally, there is a built-in cord cutter and a bottle opener.
SureFire Edge
LENGTH CLOSED 4.7″
LENGTH OPEN 8.1″
BLADE LENGTH 3.4″
WEIGHT 5.5 oz.
The modified spear-point blade is crafted from 154 CM steel and the the 7075 aluminum frame features a liner lock. Notice the prominent hex openings along the handle and set into the blade which can be used as wrenches (7/16″, 3/8″, 5/16″, 1/2″ nuts). It also features an integral finger guard/flip-open lever and a pocket clip.
With the exception of the prototype M300 all of the products will be released soon. For additional information visit www.surefire.com.
