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SwissTool by Victorinox Issued To French Troops as Part of Felin

Tuesday, October 8th, 2013

While most would look at the French Felin program and consider it primarily a digitization effort, it has fielded several more traditional soldier systems items including the SwissTool by Victorinox.

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Issued NSN 5110-14-564-6737, the black SwissTool incorporates multiple features:
-large blade
-serrated blade
-screwdriver 5 mm
-crate opener
-metal file
-metal saw
-lock release
-Phillips screwdriver
-hard wire cutter
-ruler (metric and English)
-screwdriver 7.5 mm
-cap lifter with screwdriver and wire stripper
-screwdriver 2mm
-wire cutters (for wire up to a hardness of 40 hrc)
-reamer
-can opener with small screwdriver
-easy kickback springs
-wire scraper
-wire crimper
-wood saw
-chisel/scraper
-wire bender
-screwdriver 3mm
-wire stripper
-pliers

www.victorinox.com

Gerber MP1

Monday, October 7th, 2013

The new Gerber MP1 isn’t exactly a “tactical” model. But, it offers 12 professional-grade components that may just what you need for simple, maintenance related tasks. It incorporates a forged, spring-loaded, 6150 carbon jaws and G-10 handles. The blades are made from 420HC steel.

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Components:
-Bottle opener
-Pry bar
-Butterfly spring-loaded jaws
-Large blade
-Wire stripper
-Diagonal cutters
-Magnetic bit driver with #2 Philips screwdriver
-Large fully-serrated blade
-Large flat driver
-Small flat driver
-Utility blade
-Scraper

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Assembled in the USA. Yes, that means that the components were made overseas for the guys that need to have everything spelled out for them.

www.gerbergear.com

Just In Case You Don’t Know Where Our Next War Will Be

Thursday, October 3rd, 2013

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Coming soon from Emerson Knives, the CQC-7 Jungle. Considering his knives are carried by the best of the best it only figures that Ernie Emerson would have the inside track.

Multitasker Tools Limited Edition OD Green G10 Series 3

Monday, September 23rd, 2013

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Photo from Multitasker Fan James Chang
The limited edition OD Green G10 Series 3 Multitasker integrates a 1/4″ magnetic bit holder and comes with T10 Torx, T15 Torx, 3/32 Hex, 7/64 Hex, 1/8 Hex, 9/64 Hex, 3/16 Hex, 3/32 slotted, 3/16 slotted, and No 1 Phillips bits. Additionally, it includes 3/8” hex for LaRue mounts, 1/2” hex for scope rings, Dual lug M4 castle nut spanner wrench/bottleopener + screwdriver, 3/32” pin punch with 8?32 male thread for OTIS cleaning kit compatibility, radiused tip carbon scraper, 3” D2 tool steel knife blade and removable pocket clip.

It is available from:

F3 Tactical, Inc.
Rainier Arms
VF Gunrunners
Weapon Outfitters

Benchmade Knife Company Announces “Benchmade Law Enforcement Division”

Friday, September 20th, 2013

We received this announcement just a little while ago. Check out their Facebook page to keep abreast of what Benchmade is doing for the LE community.
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September 19, 2013, OREGON CITY, Ore. – Benchmade Knife Company is pleased to announce the launch of it’s “Law Enforcement Division”.

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Benchmade has proud history of serving law enforcement agencies over the years and Benchmade’s Law Enforcement Division looks to directly speak and address the needs of law enforcement individuals and agencies.

“As a part of the Benchmade team, the Law Enforcement Division looks to key-in and specifically work closely with all those in the law enforcement and tactical markets,” says Brian Montgomery, New Business Development Manager, Federal Law Enforcement Sales. “Our new Facebook page will be a great outlet and opportunity to share relevant stories and articles and as well, introduce and share specific product developed for all those in law enforcement.”

Troy Corum, Benchmade’s Commerical Law Enforcement Business Development Manager, says, “Within our division we have 40 years-plus of experience in law enforcement and the tactical markets. With some of these new tools and assets we will be implementing we look to even better serve all those in this market.”.

You can visit the Benchmade Law Enforcement Division Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/BenchmadeLE

Platatac Field Knife by Hardcore Hardware Australia

Friday, September 20th, 2013

Platatac is offering a field knife made for them by Hardcore Hardware Australia. Reader Chris B shared this photo of his knife with us.

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They are available with either a black or coyote handle and come complete with a Kydex sheath featuring Bladetech fittings. This model is limited with only 248 pieces left.

DSEi – Victorinox

Friday, September 13th, 2013

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Victorinox has been supplying issue pocket knives to the Swiss Army since 1891. This is the currently issued model which has been around since 2008 and is only the third model developed for the Swiss Army. Below you can see the precious two models. The 2008 edition features a main blade, saw, can opener with integrated screwdriver blade, bottle opener with integrated screwdriver blade, awl, Philips screwdriver and lanyard ring.

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www.victorinox.com

Böker / American Kami Colubris Now Available

Thursday, September 12th, 2013

Colubris

The Böker manufactured version of the American Kami Colubris is now available. Quantities are currently limited, although the supply should open up over the next several months. The blade on the Böker version is 440C vs the CPM S35VN of the original, each blade is individually numbered, and they come with a Kydex sheath.

To celebrate, American Kami is running a pass-around and giveaway for the new knife. To sign up:

1) Got to the American Kami Facebook page and “like.”

2) Message American Kami saying that you’d like to participate in the pass-around. You’ll be added to the list.

3) When you receive the knife, use it and carry it (use common sense please).

4) You will have seven days to evaluate the knife.

5) Write a quick review of your experiences with the knife. What you used if for, how you felt about it, etc. Reviews must include at least one picture.

6) Post your review and notify American Kami that you’ve done so with a link to it.

7) American Kami will give you the address of the next person in the queue.

8) You ship the knife to that person USPS priority insured.

9) If, when you receive the knife, it requires sharpening, notify American Kami and you will be provided with further instructions based on the situation.

10) When we have worked our way to the end of the pass-around list, American Kami will put a screaming sharp edge on the knife, and will hold a random drawing. Everyone who participated in the pass-around and posted a review with at least one picture will have a chance to win the knife, along with some other really cool swag.

www.boker.de/us/

americankami.com/