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Thursday, November 27th, 2025FirstSpear Friday Focus: Crew Chief T-Shirt
Friday, November 21st, 2025
The FirstSpear CREW CHIEF T-SHIRT is built for the men and women who keep the mission alive long before wheels-up. Made from a 60/40 cotton-poly blend, it delivers the ideal balance of softness, durability, and long-term comfort whether you’re at the range or off the clock.
The athletic fit is cut for mobility, giving you room to move without excess bulk or drag. A ribbed crew neckline keeps the profile clean and structured, ensuring the shirt holds its shape through hard use. The lightweight, breathable fabric keeps you comfortable in heat, movement, and long workups.
Up front, the shirt features the streamlined FirstSpear logo, offering a subtle, professional look that fits in anywhere. The back showcases the full Crew Chief graphic — a detailed skull in aviator gear and headdress that nods to the grit, precision, and attitude of those who keep aircraft mission-ready. Every line of the design reinforces the heritage and pride of the maintainers, techs, and crew chiefs who keep the team in the fight.
Whether you’re turning wrenches, prepping for inserts, or just representing the community, this tee is designed to keep pace. It’s made for operators who don’t have an “off” switch — because the work doesn’t stop, and neither do they.
To request an estimate click image above or visit First-Spear.com/Request-For-Estimate. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting-edge tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train.
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E-4 Mafia
Monday, October 20th, 2025When I joined the Army Reserve during my Junior year of High School in 1985 we still had Spec-5 and Spec-6s in my unit although they would change later that year to hard stripe NCOs. Until the late 70s there was an also E-7 version. They were abbreviated SP4 through SP7. When they dropped all but the E-4 version the abbreviation became SPC.
The current rank is a leftover from a period during the Cold War Army which had a traditional striped NonCommissioned Officer track for combat arms Soldiers and a Specialist track for technicians. Allegedly, there were two super grades which would take a Soldier all the way to SP9 but I have yet to actually see any evidence of SP8 or SP9 and the ranks were discontinued in 1968 due to concerns a Specialist could be working for an NCO with a lower pay grade. However, the E-4 through E-7 versions were out there in droves throughout the Vietnam-era. Today, the pay grade of E-4 is the largest single pay grade in the Army and is crucial to getting things done. We salute you!
E-Mafia is offering a bundle of OCP embroidered Specialist Rank from Spec-5 through Spec-9 along with a slew of E-4 Mafia morale boosters.
New T-Shirt Designs from Luminae
Monday, October 6th, 2025Luminae has added two new T-Shirts to their offerings, Master of Drones and Five Eyes.
They are made from 100% cotton and cut with a longer hem to avoid riding up while working out. Sizes Small – XLarge.
FirstSpear Friday Focus: Perforated Rope Skull Hat
Friday, September 12th, 2025
The Perforated Rope Skull Hat is built for those who spend long hours on the range and need performance gear that holds up. Designed with a low-profile fit that slides comfortably under ear pro, this hat won’t get in the way when you’re sending rounds downrange.
Featuring a FirstSpear Icon Skull PVC patch front and center, it delivers both utility and presence. Built on the proven Richardson 355 rope cap platform, this piece combines classic styling with modern technical function.
Laser-perforated side and back panels provide superior airflow, keeping your head cool during extended range sessions or high-output training. The integrated Stay-Dri sweatband and moisture-wicking nylon/cotton blend help manage heat and sweat, ensuring comfort in warm or high-humidity environments. The Loden Green colorway keeps things subdued and blends in across multiple operational settings.
A snap-back closure allows for easy adjustment and reliable fit—one size truly fits most.
At 60% nylon and 40% cotton, the construction hits the right balance of durability and breathability. Whether you’re out on a movement, instructing, or just working in the heat, this hat holds its own without compromising comfort. Lightweight, quick-drying, and built with function in mind, the Perforated Rope Skull Hat is ready to earn its place in your kit.
To request an estimate click image above or visit First-Spear.com/Request-For-Estimate. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting edge-tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train. For more information visit First-Spear.
FirstSpear Friday Focus: Wetter Is Better V2
Friday, July 4th, 2025
The WETTER IS BETTER V2 T-shirt is made for those who thrive in the mud, surf, and grind—not behind a desk. Constructed from a saltwater-approved cotton/poly blend, this shirt holds up against the elements while maintaining its soft, comfortable feel.
The athletic cut ensures a dialed-in fit that stays true, even after a plunge in the ocean or a downpour. Proudly printed in the USA, this tee is a nod to the kind of people who embrace the suck and keep moving.
For those who see rain and waves not as obstacles, but as invitations—this is your uniform. It’s more than just a shirt—it’s a statement. Staying dry is for tourists, office workers, and the uninitiated.
Wetter means you’re doing it right. Whether you’re trudging through surf zones, getting smoked in the rain, or just living on the edge, this shirt lets others know you’re built different. Wetter is better—and you wouldn’t have it any other way. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting edge-tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train.
For more information visit First-Spear.com.
Dropkick Murphys Free Album Release Show July 12 In Quincy, Massachusetts As Part Of Quincy400 Celebration; ‘For The People’ Album Out July 4
Sunday, June 29th, 2025For The People
Out Friday, July 4
Saturday, July 12
In Quincy, Massachusetts
Fans Are Also Invited To Dropkick Murphys Night At Fenway Park On July 11
Dropkick Murphys are returning to their roots to celebrate the July 4 release of their 13th studio album, For The People.
The band invites fans from around New England and elsewhere to join them at the free For The People Album Release Show on Saturday, July 12 in Quincy, Massachusetts, where the band formed in 1996. This free hometown event is in connection with the Quincy400, celebrating the 400th year of the city’s settlement.
The stage for this special Dropkick Murphys performance will be located at Hancock Street at The Common in Quincy Center. The event starts at 4:00 PM, with an opening set from DJ Stenny.
Dropkick Murphys founder and singer Ken Casey said, “A free Dropkick Murphys show for the people–coincidentally the title of our album, which comes out July 4–on Hancock Street at the Town Common in Quincy, one mile straight down the street from our first practice space at 654 Hancock Street, during Quincy’s 400th birthday is really an honor.”
Dropkick Murphys’ new album For The People will be released digitally on July 4 via the band’s Dummy Luck Music / Play It Again Sam, with the LP and CD release featuring 5 bonus tracks out on October 10.
For The People shows courage and confidence, speaking up against the injustices happening in the United States, and doing so with the strength and power that harkens back to Dropkick Murphys’ earliest punk rock roots. For The People is more than a title. It’s a heartfelt stance, a declaration of who this band is – and who they’ve always been. The poignant album cover–created by renowned social/political artist Shepard Fairey’s design firm Studio Number One—depicts a black rose, symbolizing change, renewal, new beginnings, courage, confidence, strength and power.
“Who’ll Stand With Us?,” the album’s first single, is a call for unity, a return to sanity, and a look at what – and who – is really dividing us. And, like all Dropkick Murphyssongs, it empowers listeners to take action. The powerful video for “Who’ll Stand With Us?” depicts the disturbing reality of people disappearing in the United States. MeidasTouch Network, the U.S.-based pro-democracy news podcast (and the #1 podcast in the U.S. and Canada), took note, shared the video, and has shown ongoing support for the band’s efforts to stand up against injustice.
Pre-save For The People here: dropkick-murphys.ffm.to/forthepeople
Watch the “Who’ll Stand With Us?” video here: youtu.be/5BRHuiRyVEE
Find the “Who’ll Stand With Us?” single here: dropkick-murphys.ffm.to/whollstandwithus
Read the full Dropkick Murphys’ For The People bio here: bit.ly/4kuYVNg
Whether it’s politics, family, friends or simply “life,” Dropkick Murphys continue to write music that regular people can identify with. On For The People the stories run deep, the memories push hard, and the joy remains infectious. Across the album’s 12 songs, Dropkick Murphys—Ken Casey (vocals), Tim Brennan (guitars, tin whistle, accordion, piano, vocals), Jeff DaRosa (guitars, banjo, mandolin, vocals), Matt Kelly (drums, percussion, vocals), James Lynch (guitars, vocals), Kevin Rheault (bass) and Campbell Webster (bagpipes and Uilleann pipes)—imbue the same kind of joy one might celebrate with family and friends.
Dropkick Murphys have recently received praise and support from media outlets including Rolling Stone, CNN, MeidasTouch Network, The Atlantic, Newsweek, USA Today, WBUR/NPR, Consequence, Stereogum, NME, Boston Globe, Boston Herald and more. Here’s a sample of early For The People accolades:
“Boston’s Dropkick Murphys have been making extremely fun and fired-up Celtic punk for nearly 30 years, and they aren’t slowing down anytime soon…Like a lot of Murphys records, this one has some urgent messages about working-class solidarity, something that’s as important as it’s ever been. That comes through loud and clear on lead single ‘Who’ll Stand With Us?’…a rousing stomp-along that’s rooted in the glam and oi traditions that have long driven the Dropkick Murphys, and its bagpipes give it an extra kick.”
—Tom Breihan, Stereogum, June 3, 2025
“It should be no surprise, at least for those who have listened to the Celtic punk chaos unleashed by Dropkick Murphys for the past 30 years, that they have been there every step of the way when it comes to standing with marginalized demographics and communities…While showcasing a particular growth in the band’s overall sound and approach to songwriting, the very essence of what makes the Dropkicks the quintessential gritty Boston punk band we’ve come to know and love remains intact at the very root of the new track, as Casey delivers a scathing diatribe on the realities of fighting to survive against an increasingly disastrous economic system rigged in favor of the one percent.”
—Jason Greenough, Vanyaland, June 4, 2025
“The searing punk tune features prominent bagpipes and commanding vocals that declare, ‘We’ve been robbed of our freedom.’ It’s a direct rallying cry, echoing singer Ken Casey’s recent sentiment that America is embroiled in ‘a class war.’”
—Jon Hadusek, Consequence. June 3, 2025
One day before the free For The People Album Release Show, fans can enjoy a night of fun with Dropkick Murphys and the Boston Red Sox during Dropkick Murphys night at Fenway Park on July 11. Fans can take home a limited edition Dropkick Murphys’ “I’m Shipping Up To Boston” bobblehead when they purchase tickets here: https://www.redsox.com/dropkick. A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Dropkick Murphys’ official charity, The Claddagh Fund, which has raised over $20 million to support non-profit organizations that are focused on children, veterans and addiction recovery.
A few weeks later, Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion will continue to share their message of fighting for what’s right during the co-headlining U.S. Summer Of Discontent Tour from July 22 through August 17. Visit https://dropkickmurphys.com/tour/ for all current Dropkick Murphys’ tour dates, including the Summer Of Discontent Tour, North American festivals (Punk In The Park Denver, Warped Tour Long Beach, Seisiún, CityFolk, Riot Fest and Furnace Fest), as well a fall European headlining tour.
For more on Dropkick Murphys, visit:
Website: www.DropkickMurphys.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DropkickMurphys
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dropkickmurphys
Twitch: www.twitch.tv/dropkickmurphys
Twitter: www.twitter.com/DropkickMurphys
YouTube: www.youtube.com/DropkickMurphys
Flaskbangs Available Again, Now In Black and OD: Skål!
Saturday, June 28th, 2025Lexington, KY – In a move sure to be appreciated by everyone from bourbon sippers to rotgut swillers, Bad Moon Armory is happy to announce the renewed availability of the FlaskBang custom flask that proved so popular at the SHOT Show earlier this year. Effectively something between a custom flask and a double shot glass, the FlaskBang is a collaboration between BMA and Breach-Bang-Clear. Skål!
As anyone reading this (or who plays FPS games) will immediately recognize, the “tactical” custom flask takes its shape and name from assorted “Noise Flash Diversionary Devices.” It holds 2.7oz of your refreshing libation. Sláinte!
BLUF: Check out www.flaskbang.com
These hold 80ml of liquid if you’re someone who cares about the metric system outside of weapon systems and cartridge sizes.
Because the Bad Moon Armory/Breach-Bang-Clear flaskbang doesn’t hold much liquid, it comes with special recommendations from Bad Moon Armory’s Chief Drinking Officer. To wit: It is recommended that flaskbang users use their flask with good whiskey* in lieu of coffee (this ain’t a thermos), energy drinks except as annotated below, or any sort of healthy fruit juice derivative of any kind whatsoever.
These are not novelty items—well, mostly not. They are food-safe flasks lined with a food-safe grade phenolic liner. These shot glasses are for people who appreciate the appropriate, skilled application of violence and the really loud noises that typically herald a room entry. Prost!
The FlaskBang (or bang flask, as some folks refer to it) is currently available in black or OD green. The cap seals for a tight, leak-free design, and the top screws off for easy access. Note: You don’t need to pull the pin to take a drink, but you certainly can if you want. Saúde!
The flaskbang is an often overlooked part of the essential loadout. It’s a 3D printed body shaped similar to a “flashbang” NFDD but designed to carry approximately two shots of liquid.
May not be suitable for:
- District Court
- County Court
- Divorce proceedings (mostly)
- NJP hearing (mostly)
- TSA Confrontations (mostly)
- Anyone who thinks umbrellas go in drinks
- People who don’t love M81 woodland
- Sissies
They’re currently marked at 20% off the regular retail price. Kanpai!
Teams and units: For group purchases, contact Bad Moon Armory directly. We’ll hook you up on pricing. ¡Salud!
*Also suitable for use with vodka, tequila, kvass, cachaça, sake, arak, or (if you’re feeling nostalgic) Rip-Its.
Note: There’s no guarantee what could happen with the gropy-people pat down people in blue gloves, but we’ve had no issues with our flaskbangs while traveling. ALTHOUGH, we also disassembled them before packing. Worst case scenario, they pull you out of line and you throw back the contents before fighting to keep them from confiscating your stuff.
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