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UF PRO and Lindnerhof Highlight Cutting-Edge Tactical Solutions at SHOT Show 2025

Saturday, February 1st, 2025

FULDA, GERMANY (30.01.2025)

At the 47th annual SHOT Show, which took place from January 21–24, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, UF PRO and Lindnerhof, two sub-brands of Mehler Systems, showcased the latest advancements in tactical clothing and gear, underlining their commitment to providing high-performance solutions for professionals operating in demanding environments.

UF PRO introduced a range of innovative products, withthe Striker TT Combat Pants and Shirt receiving its U.S. debut. Designed for extreme heat, dense vegetation, and humid conditions, this new BDU brings lightweight comfort and mobility to the forefront, setting a new benchmark for tactical clothing. Alongside the Striker TT, the brand presented a comprehensive lineup of weather-specific solutions, including cold-weather jackets, pants, rain gear, and the P-40 line, featuring all-terrain pants, jeans, urban pants, and shorts. These solutions are crafted to ensure professionals remain agile and comfortable, regardless of environmental challenges.

With the expansion of its U.S. operations, UF PRO also introduced the UF PRO USA team, based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This expansion signals a stronger commitment to supporting U.S. military, law enforcement, and special forces units, as well as an increasing number of American consumers.

Lindnerhof presented a series of high-performance solutions, including the Heavy Load Carrying System, designed to transport heavy loads with enhanced stability and comfort. The MX042 Plate Carrier, recognised for its modularity and lightweight design, was also on display. Additionally, multicaliber pouches, Curv tactical belts, and the Shikari Series—a tactical rope system designed for support and easy access to gear—were featured, highlighting their practical functionality and durability.

The booth attracted interest as experienced brand influencers, recognised for their practical knowledge anduse of tactical gear, stopped by to meet visitors. Their presence allowed attendees to engage directly with experts who rely on these products in the field, offering authentic perspectives on their functionality, durability, and overall performance.

SHOT Show 2025, as the first trade show of the season, marked an important moment for both UF PRO andLindnerhof, underscoring their continued dedication to providing reliable and high-performance tactical clothingand gear for professionals operating in challenging environments.

mehler-systems.com

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Kitanica – T.A.R.P.

Thursday, January 30th, 2025

Making its debut at SHOT Show was the Kitanica T.A.R.P. which is an acronym for Tactical All-Purpose Rescue Platform.

It is OD on one side and International Orange on the other to be used for signaling. Additionally, there are carry loops along the edge so it can be used as a stretcher. It also comes with a storage bag.

More details to come.

-Eric Graves

Editor

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4D Tactical SOF Cap Now Available in Woodland Camo

Thursday, January 30th, 2025

Unveiled during last week’s SHOT Show, the Woodland version of the 4D Tactical SOF Cap has all of the same great features.

It utilizes Galvion’s BATLSKIN fitband system, which is found in their Caiman Helmet product line. Additionally, the SOF Cap is fully compatible with all versions of TNVC’s MOHAWK Extended run battery pack, counterweight, storage, and cable management system.

The SOF Cap allows for a wide range of head sizes, rapid adjustment, and secure operation without the need for an additional retention system. It also incorporates our Secure TETHER System and our low-profile VAS shroud. The SOF Cap is ball cap comfortable and can be worn for extended mission durations without any pain or discomfort. Although the SOF Cap allows for the use of counterweights and extended-run battery packs, they are not required for normal operation.

4dtactical.com/products-1/ols/products/4d-tactical-sof-cap/v/P%2FN%207-4038-M81

-Eric Graves

Editor

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ANR Designs – Nidhogg Level 2 Holster

Thursday, January 30th, 2025

Weve mentioned ANR Designs’ Nidhogg holster in the past but during SHOT Show I got a chance to see this active retention holster in person during dinner one evening.

Key Features:

Level II Retention: Provides an extra layer of security with a large push-button release for rapid deployment.

Light-Specific Locking: Currently available for Surefire X300 Ultra series lights, with more options coming soon.

Durable Construction: Unibody 0.125” thick KYDEX construction for rugged reliability.

Open Bottomed Design: Allows water and debris to clear easily.

Optic and Suppressor Sights Ready: Accommodates most optics and suppressor-height sights up to 0.5″.

Rigorous Testing: Withstands 400 lbs of hanging weight and 30,000 presses in various conditions without failure (Spec Sheets Available Upon Request).

Competition Focused: Ideal for Tactical Games, PCSL, USPSA, and other competitive shooting sports.

Offered in left or right-handed models in Black, Coyote, MultiCam, MultiCam Arid and MultiCam Tropic with fits for Beretta 92 family, GLOCK 17/19/34, and SIG P320 family pistols and SureFire X300 lights. However, I understand a P365 FUSE version is forthcoming.

www.anrkydexholsters.com/product/nidhogg-level-ii-holster

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SHOT Show 25 – Sarsimalz SARBOT

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Announced for full production last fall, SARBOT from Turkey’s Sarsimalz is an armed quadruped unmanned ground vehicle or robot (not to be confused with the maritime UUV SARbot).

Although the actual robot wasn’t displayed at SHOT Show, Sarsimalz definitely promoted its existence on the side of their booth.

Sarsimalz is well known for small arms with recent forays into drones so this is a natural progression. SARBOT has been under development since at least 2022 when the first prototype was unveiled.

-Eric Graves

Editor

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SHOT Show 25 – OCELLUS Armored Eyewear from Tardigrade Industries

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Developed by Tardigrade Industries as part of an Irregular Warfare Technology Support Directorate program, OCELLUS Armored Eyewear offers near helmet-level protection for the eyes. A combat helmet defeats a 17-grain fragment traveling at 2400 FPS; current military eyewear is limited to 770 FPS.

Now available for pre-order, OCELLUS Armored Eyewear is offered in two versions:

The OCELLUS Xtreme has been third-party tested to 1,877 FPS nearly three times the current mil-spec standard.

The OCELLUS Fusion, while still offering 1,100 FPS in frag protection, is a lighter version for availability at a later date.

SPECIFICATIONS

Threat Level – STANAG 2920 [F5] | .22 Cal 17gr FSP – 1877 ft/s

Weight – 4.85 Oz.
Dimensions – L 155mm W 62mm H 60mm

Case – Proprietary MOLLE adaptable Carrying Case
Soft Kit – Adjustable Cranium Strap
Color – Available in BLACK 22, TAN 499

Compliance
MIL-PRF 32432A
STANAG 2920 [F5]
ANSI Z87.1.2020

Compatible with optional REVISION Rx Insert

armoredoptics.com/products/pre-order-ocellus-armored-eyewear

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SHOT Show 25 – WOBIG Portable Gearstand

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

I was introduced to the WOBIG Portable Gearstand in the ADS booth. Many of us made them from scrap lumber while deployed and there are quite a few on the market, but this is the first one of I’ve run across that is so well packaged for transport.

The inspiration for the stand would make any one of us proud. During brand founder Tim Wobig’s second deployment to Afghanistan where he built an ad-hoc model using items he found.

The production model will accommodate armor and helmet in excess of 85 pounds of gear despite weighing in at just 2.4 lbs itself. Easy to deploy, it snaps open in the seconds.

The spine is aircraft-grade aluminum, first polished then anodized while the arms and legs are composed of glass-filled nylon.

The WOBIG Portable Gearstand also has a cool development story. It was refined in conjunction with faculty and midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy over a 2 ½ period. The final product was released in December 2023 during the company founder’s final deployment to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.

Enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1998, Tim served in multiple locations in the states and overseas before transferring to the Army National Guard as a Commissioned Officer in 2009.

He is currently deployed overseas on active-duty with the rank of Major. When his tour completes, Tim plans to retire in the Midwest and spend more time with his wife and their seven-year-old twins.

During his 23 years of service, Tim remained passionate about his commitment to his brothers and sisters in arms. In his own words: “I always knew that I wanted to leave the military in a better place than when I found it.”

Veteran owned, the company is operated by Tim and his business partner, Marc Lurie.

www.wobiggear.com/products/stand-1

-Eric Graves

Editor

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SHOT Show 25 – DFND Tahoe Wool Mesh Base Layer

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Every year at SHOT Show I run across something I isn’t exact it generally ends up being the coolest thing I’ll see. This year it’s DFND’s Wool Mesh Base Layers.

About every decade or so, Scandinavian mesh base layers come back in vogue. Sure, they work, but the design seems too foreign for many Americans. But working with our NATO partners along the northern flank are teaching us a lot about operating in the extremes and one of those lessons is clothing. SOF units have been procuring mesh base layers which trap warm air near the skin, from European vendors using micro purchase, but now a Berry Compliant product is available from DFND.

Key advantages of wool for cold weather operations include its breathability, moisture management, comfort, and natural odor resistance.

Features:

•No Melt, No Drip

•Completely Seamless

•Compostable

•9.2 oz (Shirt) / 7.8oz Long Johns

•Fiber 100% Wool

Key Advantages of Wool fot Military Use

1. Breathability and moisture management

2. Sustainability

3. Comfort

4. Natural odor resistance