The guys behind the wrist mounted, backlit, NVG-compatible compass have released this video showing its various attributes. And now, it works while submerged.
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NavELite Compass in Action
Tuesday, January 15th, 2013The SR-71 ‘Pick’
Wednesday, December 5th, 2012Offered by some guys I used to be stationed with in the Air Force, the SR-71, also referred to as ‘the Pick’, is a very specialized piece of kit used in airfield surveys.
It’s a simple soil strength surveying device used Internationally by Surveyors when assessing semi-prepared and un-prepared airfields. Individuals or a team of surveyors can quickly assess large areas and trouble spots / weak areas on an airfield by ‘picking’ the ground and checking top layers of soil for indicators of GO or NO GO criteria. This can save a lot of time as you may find that there’s no need to even break out the Dynamic Cone Penetrometer.
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SXR Long-Range Low-Profile Night Vision Weapon Sight from SPA Defense
Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
S.P.A. Defense, a Global Night Operations Support Group, has just released the SXR Long Range Low Profile Night Vision Weapon Sight. It is manufactured by FLIR Government systems exclusively for S.P.A. Defense it is an I2 (Image Intensification, pronounced eye-squared).
Effective on all weapons platforms from carbines to .50 cal, but is optimized for medium and long range rail interface forward of any existing scope to provide night vision capabilities to the daytime target acquisition platform. The streamlined design of the external housing evenly distributes the weight of the SXR over the weapon system and eliminates barrel overhang. Additionally, the SXR can be installed, operated, and removed without tools and without affecting permanent bore sight alignment. The unit can also be mounted on a spotting scope for long range reconnaissance or as a hand-held night observation device (NOD).
It comes with an ITT Gen 3, OMNI-VII auto-gated Pinnacle technology, which provides increased resolution at high power magnifications, and shot placement repeatability within half-MOA accuracy. The SXR configuration has familiar operational controls that are identical to the MUNS and UNS systems which allows the user to maintain proper eye relief and stock cheek weld while making adjustments. It is available in two tube configurations and each SXR is built using a specially selected ITT tube that exceeds the minimum OMNI-VII spec. All systems come with a factory data sheet for the installed tube and a full two year warranty for the tube and system from the date of purchase.
The SXR is available in Tan or Black. Make sure to check it out at SHOT Show in booth #20543.
TYR Tactical 50/50 Battery Pouch for Helmet Cover
Thursday, October 11th, 2012TYR Tactical has already introduced an accessory for their new Helmet Cover.
The 50/50 Battery Pouch is designed for use with ANVIS style night vision goggles and affixes to the rear of their new Helmet Cover for the Ops-Core maritime cut FAST helmet via Velcro.
MDM – CTC Defense
Tuesday, September 25th, 2012CTC Defense offers a dual laser sighting system for the GLOCK full size and compact models.
Mounted on either side of the barrel, IR and Red visible lasers are controlled via buttons embedded in the grip, or alternatively via a SureFire X300 switch.
In addition to the alerts, the grip is also textured and doesn’t dramatically increase the profile of the weapon’s grip. In fact, normal grip pressure in the correct spot, will activate the laser.
It is powered by two 2032 camera batteries. One is enough to power the lasers with the second on board for backup. Expect it to last 5000 illuminations meaning frequent use will give you about 9 months of use. You’ll notice the laser begin to fade when a new battery is required so you won’t experience a total failure.
Garmin fenix Now Available
Saturday, September 22nd, 2012The mush anticipated Garmin fenix is now available. The fenix incorporates watch, altimeter, barometer, compass, temperature plot, as well as a high-sensitivity GPS receiver.
It features an LED backlight and is waterproof to 50 meters. With a battery life of up to 50 hours in GPS mode (depends on settings) the fenix will continue to function up to 6 weeks in watch mode. Basic watch functions include alarms, tones, vibration alerts, timer, stopwatch and world clock with the ability to display several times zones at once.
Additionally, you can create routes, record up to 1,000 waypoints (such as campsites or points of interest), and record GPS bread crumb trails on the move (tracklogs). It also uses Bluetooth technology to allow you to share data between fenix and other Garmin compatible devices. Finally, there is also an iOS that helps you share data between your fenix and iPhone called BaseCamp Mobile.
Available now through Marine Corps Veteran Owned Strohman Enterprise.
Maneuver Conference – Wilcox Industries
Wednesday, September 19th, 2012
Pivothead Introduces Recon Model for Tactical Market
Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012Awhile back SSD introduced you to Pivothead, manufacturers of eyewear embedded with cameras. Now, they’ve introduced a new version of the Recon model designed specifically for the tactical market.
Featuring full 1080P HD video collection, the Pivothead Recon comes with three sets of interchangeable lenses: shooting yellow, clear and grey. Prescription lens services and ANSI 87.1 rated lenses will be available this Fall. Additionally, they’re working on live, wireless streaming technology, which should be released in a few months, so keep an eye out for that as well.
The Recon is currently available in a matte black color with a universal camo pattern being launched later this month. Pivothead eyewear retails for $349.
