Rip Shears showed us a prototype Kydex sheath for their shears by Survival Sheaths. Naturally, it is designed specifically to fit shears fitted with the excellent Ripper which is used in a draw knife action to rapidly expose wounds and cut away equipment. Prototype sheaths include MALICE clip and Bladetech Tek-Lok attachment systems.
This will give you a shot of the Mystery Ranch SpadeLock Med Panel in a 3-Day Assault pack.
As you can see, the pockets are mounted via hook and loop to the SpadeLock making configuration and use a snap.
This is really more of a teaser for the new MultiMode IFAK from Marz Tactical. Officially launched at SHOT Show, the MultiMode IFAK can be mounted to a vest or carried in a pocket, or carried around the neck for a mass trauma event. It’s quite versatile but we don’t want to spoil the surprise.
Be sure to check it out at SHOT Show.
Phokus has introduced two new LE variants of their Sons Trauma Kit. Still designed to be stored in the plate pocket of the armor vest behind the plate, these Sons models are designated LETK -2 and LETK-3.
Contents are slightly different based on which model you select. The big difference is the inclusion of the Quick Clot sponge rather than the Combat Gauze for organizations that must use the sponge.
Coming soon…
These products will be featured at this weekend’s Special Operations Medical Association meeting in Tampa, Florida. Check out the videos but also stop by MATBOCK’s booth (#218).
Lightweight Integrated Field Transport (LIFT) System and Combat Carbon Poles
Pole Stress
Word on the street is that MATBOCK has some never before seen products to show us down at SOMA. We’re told they’re accessories that will enhance the LIFT System.
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Designed with ERT/SWAT members in mind, the DS Tactical Blow Out Pouch can be worn on a duty belt (up to 2-1/4″) as well as PALS compatible equipment via MALICE clips. The tear away pouch holds a CAT Tourniquet on the outside, just under the flap for quick access and accommodates up to a 6″ Israeli bandage inside the pouch as well as other items in the internal mesh pocket.
The pouch features pile tape on the top for Blood Type/Medical Patches.
The DS Tactical Blow Out Pouch is available in the US through Amendment Arms.
The Marine Corps strikes again. This time it’s the USMC Corpsman Assault System which relies on a government owned design. So far the Marines have done this with several items including the IMTV and the USMC Pack. It means that commercial gear companies don’t have a shot at getting their designs into the hands of Marines and the issue equipment is designed by committee.
About a year ago, MARCORSYSCOM issued an RFI for production of a Corpsman Assault System consisting of:
Corpsman Assault System
Medical Assault Pack, CAS
Shoulder Harness Assembly, CAS
Shoulder Harness Pocket Assembly, CAS
Handle Assembly, CAS
Medical Sustainment Bag, CAS
Medical Thigh Rig, CAS
Belt, Medical Thigh Rig, CAS
Strap, Upright, Medical Thigh Rig, CAS
Strap, Medical Thigh Rig, CAS
Modular Medical Pouch, CAS
Narc Pouch, CAS
Medium Pouch, CAS
Large Pouch, CAS
Small Reversible Pouch, CAS
Medium Reversible Pouch, CAS
Elastic Panel, CAS
Double Pocket Panel, CAS
Stacked Pocket Panel, CAS
Triple Pocket Panel, CAS
I’m surprised it took a year for this to actually hit the pre-solicitation stage but the Marine Corps has done a very good job of keeping an eye on the programmatics side; synching dollars and programs. They know where their money is and when to spend it.
The Marines know what they want and are giving interested parties a heads up that they plan on buying up to 10,000 of these systems. Specifically, they want offerors to be able to produce at least 8,585 Corpsman Assault Systems within ten (10) months of contract award.
Patterns are available in the documentation for those interested in bidding. Feel free to read the whole thing at www.fbo.gov.
