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High Ground Wins Multi-Million Dollar Contract for USAF Carriage Equipment

Friday, October 12th, 2018

After extensive evaluation, the US Air Force has awarded a multi-million contract to purchase High Ground newly re-engineered carriage equipment for their special operations TAC-P, JTAC, ASOG and ASOS units.

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“High Ground’s newly re-designed bags, packs and technology pouches are optimized for the demanding performance and functional requirements of the USAF and its airman. High Ground’s technical staff and application engineers evaluated downrange customer feedback to incorporate new advancements in their gear”,” says Mike Runella, Director of Business Development of High Ground.

For the past three (3) years, High Ground has actively supplied the US Air Force with a variety of bags, packs and equipment on a smaller, “as needed” basis; including High Ground’s Summit 5 Day pack with a patented Quick Release Waist Belt System and their Load Out Bag with their revolutionary wheel design. High Ground Gear, a product division of Ehmke Manufacturing Company, Inc., designs and manufactures the latest in mission-specific, technologically advanced tactical nylon gear and armor systems.

“Ehmke, through our High Ground product line, is honored to continue to serve all the military services. This latest contract commitment by the US Air Force shows their confidence that our gear can meet the rigorous tempo of their Special Operations units”, states Bob Rosania, CEO of Ehmke Manufacturing Company. He further adds. “Our company’s mission is to continually evolve the design of our gear to meet the ever-changing challenges our war fighters face”.

The complete High Ground product catalogue of tactical gear & armor can be found at www.highgroundgear.com.

High Ground; We Make Every Stitch Count…

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – CAT Rifle Case

Friday, October 12th, 2018

Designed at the request of FS professional users the CAT Rifle case is a low vis rifle case specifically designed for short barrel carbines up to 30 inches over all length. Large exterior pocket features a reversed 6/12™ laser cut platform and stiffened dividers perfect for organizing equipment and securing all styles of pockets including hook backed pockets and accessories.

• 32″ Long
• 13½” Wide
• 6″ Deep

Available now in Manatee Grey and Coyote. Made in the USA.

www.first-spear.com/cat-rifle-case

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USMC Seeks P-Mag Compatible Ammo Pouches, Army Take Note

Friday, October 5th, 2018

Although the Marine Corps has adopted the Magpul PMAG, they don’t fit well in the currently issued ammunition pouch. To counter this, Marines have taken to cutting their pouches in order to accommodate their magazines.

But now, the Marine Corps is doing something about it. Yesterday, Program Manager Infantry Combat Equipment (PM ICE), Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), released a request for information to industry to identify potential sources for M4/M16 Magazine Pouches which will accept the PMAG.

In all, pouches should:
– Accommodate the 30 round MAGPUL M4/M16 magazines and standard 30 round M4/M16 Aluminum magazines.
– Be compatible with the current Pouch Attachment Ladder System for attachment to current load bearing equipment
– Provide a retention mechanism that allows for the magazine to be retained during normal combat operations
– Must allow the magazines to be smoothly drawn from the pouch with one hand.
– Must be configurable to allow for a single Marine to carry a minimum of 6 magazines on their person.
– Must be comprised of materials that meet current Near Infrared requirements.
– Must be compliant with Berry Amendment.
– Must be lighter than the current M4/M16 double/single rifle magazine pouch for a double magazine design (T= 0.27lbs) or lighter than half the weight of the current M4/M16 double/single rifle magazine pouch if a single magazine design (T=0.14lbs).
– PM ICE is planning to purchase a minimum of 60,000 with a possibility of up to the maximum quantity of 500,000 magazine pouches over the life of the contract. PM ICE expects a follow-on sustainment requirement over the life cycle of magazine pouches.

Interested parties have until Oct 31, 2018 12:00 pm Eastern. Visit www.fbo.gov for full details.

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Kelty – Cache Box

Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018

Offered in three sizes and featuring fabric covered, molded construction, the Kelty Cache Box is a padded storage option for electronics and other valuables.

www.kelty.com/cache-box

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Saber Solutions – Magazine Pouch Liner for AVS M4 Flap

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018

The magazine pouch liner is an insert for the SOCOM issued Crye Precision Detachable M4 Magazine Flap, a component of the Adaptable Vest System (AVS).

The insert provides clean and rapid removal of magazines, especially those with protruding features like the PMAG GEN M3 with its over-insertion notch.

Exterior features hook compatible fabric. May be compatible with other single M4 magazine pouches that feature an elastic band around the pouch body.

Comes individually or in pack of three.

www.sabersolutionsllc.net/products/magazine-pouch-liner-for-avs-m4-flap

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Grey Ghost Releases Suspenders for the Modern Gunfighter

Thursday, September 27th, 2018

Lakewood, WA – Grey Ghost Gear, leading manufacturers of innovative combat proven gear, is excited to announce the availability of their UGF 3-Point Suspenders. Designed to attach to the updated UGF battle belt, this modern incarnation of the GGG LCE helps support heavy loads, while maintaining a lightweight feel.

Made from combination of Hypalon, tweave and other materials that are not only light, but also moisture and mold resistant. Additionally, the piece is made even lighter with the perforated holes to relieve material without sacrificing strength.

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The Y-shaped suspenders use ITW G-Hook fasteners to interface with the Grey Ghost Gear UGF Battle Belt’s inner belt. At the end of each suspender strap is 11-inches of color matched elastic.

This allows a greater range of motion when running, climbing or any other extreme situation.

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Each strap is equipped with a metal slip lock, to ensure that when you have the perfect adjustment, they are guaranteed to stay in place.

Grey Ghost CEO, Casey Ingels, states, “We’ve always been about the end user. It started that way, and it will continue that way. We take great pride in ensuring that we are putting the right gear in the hands of the people who need it most – and we maintain that relationship to this day.”

The UGF Suspenders are available in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green and MultiCam; and are available now through the Grey Ghost Gear Website, www.greyghostgear.com.

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MDM 18 – Arbor Arms Tradesmen SALT Belt System

Wednesday, September 26th, 2018

Arbor Arms is another, small Veteran owned company making their first appearance at Modern Day Marine.

While they are displaying numerous products, we haven’t mentioned their Tradesmen Segmented Adaptive Lasercut Trio (SALT) Belt System before. Like the name says, it’s a three component system, consisting of:

1 the Keeper belt (worn on the pants with loop Velcro to mate the molle sleeve),

2 the Core Cobra belt (this both holds the Sleeve on and provides base for 1 3/4? belt loop attachments ie; holsters and water wings)

3 the Sleeve (mates to keeper belt, allows for molle attachment and wraps around Core Cobra belt)

The Keeper belt, which uses a G-hopk closure, can be worn as the base of the system or stand alone as an every day belt.

Atop the Keeper belt is the Core Cobra belt. It is made from type 13 webbing and an AustriAlpin Cobra Buckle. They also sew in a soft loop for safety lanyards.

Finally is the sleeve which wraps around the Core Cobra belt and made from laser-cut Squadron material. It allows the attachment of PALS equipped pouches but is segmented, so sections can be quickly unwrapped without taking the whole thing apart for rapid load adjustment.

arborarmsusa.com/product/salt_belt

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MDM 18 – RE Factor Tactical 40mm Grenade Pouch

Wednesday, September 26th, 2018

Quantico Tactical gave us a sneak peek of a prototype 40mm grenade pouch from RE Factor Tactical. This is a 3D printed model but will be manufactured from high strength polymer.