The Ranger and Ranger Breaching axes share a very distinctive feature. The shape of the axe head is based on an original hatchet used by a member of Roger’s Rangers in the early 1700s. It was found Fort Wentworth in New Hampshire.
The steel is 80CRV2 and they are available in any of Winkler’s finishes such as the Tan Micarta on the Breaching or the rubber on the Ranger. Naturally, the Breaching element of the breaching model is a distinct element.
Propper International has launched an entire line of duty footwear comprised of three series with two styles each. Primarily we are concerned with Series 300 which includes waterproof and hot weather versions. Both are AR 670-1 compliant and Berry Compliant to mil-spec.
Made from full grain flesh out cowhide and 1000D Cordura, they’ve also incorporated a slip and oil resistant Vibram Outsole. This sole incorporates V40 technology for braking during fast roping.
Propper has put a lot into the sole system of the Series 300, working for two years to perfect the boot according to Pavan Singh, footwear consultant to Propper. The entire line is built on a consistent US last so that no matter which Series you choose, you’ll use the same size boot. Cushioning is provided by a poly ethylene compound in the mid-sole which works in conjunction with Polyethylene stability plate. The anatomical athletic footbed is designed specifically to provide arch support which is combined with a separate sizing insole which works as a lift or wedge to further customize fit.
The boot is lined with Dri-Lex and offers two drain holes along the instep for the Hot Weather model while the Waterproof version is also lined with GORE-TEX. The Series 300 boots feature NATO speed lacing and Aegis anti-microbial lining.
Look for the Series 300 boot to hit shelves before the fiscal clock rolls over at that end of September, just in time to wear these Coyote boots with your new OCP ACUs. This is a good looking boot and I was impressed by the out of the box cushion I experienced while briefly trying them out. There is plenty of room in the tow box for me yet my heel wasn’t swimming in the cup.
Perhaps generating the biggest buzz at the Glock booth was the new MOS or Modular Optic System pistols. The fairly recent trend of mounting miniature reflex optics to pistols has prompted Glock to offer their own optic-ready slides for various Glock pistol models.
Seen above is the Glock 34 MOS. The 34 is a long slide 9x19mm Glock, which has seen use in many competitive shooting events, making it a perfect fit for the new MOS line. The slides come standard with a removable cover plate, for use without an optic, as well as the necessary Torx wrench and screws. The MOS also comes with four adapter plates to accommodate most popular optic models.
Currently, the G34 Gen4, G35 Gen4, G41 Gen4, and G40 Gen4 are the four models slated to come out in the MOS configuration, although if the MOS line turns out to be popular enough it’s likely Glock would expand the MOS slides to other models. We were also told that currently the MOS has to be purchased as a complete pistol and the slides will not be sold separately. They are set to ship shortly after the completion of SHOT Show.
If you want to put junior in the latest camp clothing, you might want to check out Koda Adventure Gear. They offer Typhon and Highlander patterns and all of the styles are fully functional such as waterproofness and insulation.
These pants have double seat and knees just like dad’s but also include a growth stitch which offers an additional 3″ of growth.
As soon as Pontus was released last year, folks were interested in dive gear. Well, here it is!
This regulator has 30 hours on it and the pattern is going strong.
They also have done it in Typhon.
Custom Gun Rails has introduced a new line of PVC rail covers for use with KeyMod. They’ve got over 300 designs to choose but get this, they are magnetic so once you own the rail cover you can select different plates.
They also offer laser engraved plates as well as fixed design models for use with Picatinny rails.
I’ve mentioned the OPFOR 5.56 magazine carrier in the past. It was great to meet the guys behind the brand.
One thing I find very cool about this polymer mag carrier is the PALS attachment mechanism that is built into the carrier. You just lay it on the webbing and click it closed. You can also stack them one atop the other. The lidless retention system holds the magazine fast with just a twist and pull to get it free.
the Programmable Switch is a new collaboration between Unity Tactical and TNVC. The dual pressure switch design can be configured independently for momentary or constant on. It will come with Steiner, Insight, SureFire, etc leads.
The next item is a GoPro mount for binocular NVGs that uses the Wilcox prism lens from the Helmet Mission Recording System.
Finally, Unity Tactical has introduced Atom slide for Gen 4 GLOCKS.
