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SHOT Show Ethos by @_chris_osman_designs

Wednesday, December 5th, 2018

In times of free swag and gun bunnies there is a special breed of wannabe ready to answer the SHOT show call. A common man with uncommon desire to copy ideas and to stop at booths only for free stuff. Forged by advertising, he stands alongside America’s finest special operations forces ready to bother them for pictures and autographs, and to project their weak way of life onto them. I am that man.

My beard, 5.11 pants, 550 cord bracelet, and hat with Velcro are symbols of hounding and harassment. Bestowed upon me by the wannabes who have gone before, it embodies the trust of those I have sworn to pretend to be. By wearing an empty MOLLE pack I promise to look like someone else who chose this profession and way of life. It is a privilege that I must earn for a few hours, once a year.

My loyalty to the other wannabes is beyond reproach. I humbly serve as a guardian to my fellow show attendees always ready to bump into others without apology and take extra swag, making it harder for companies to do business. I will try every day to advertise the nature of my work and seek out companies pretending to be a brand influencer, while begging for free products for my actions. I voluntarily accept the inherent hazards of the SHOT show, placing the welfare and security of the swag in my roller cart before all others.

I’ve never served, have no honor, and have never seen the battlefield. My ability to be a childlike fanboy for days on end when I see former military personnel walking in the aisle, sets me apart from other men. Uncompromising interruptions of others talking are my standard. My carelessness and mission for free pictures for Instagram steadfast. My word means nothing.

I always expect to be led. In the absence of other Call of Duty players, I will fail to take charge, I will ask all everyone around me for guidance and still fail the mission. I am unable to lead by example in any aspect of my life.

I will never quit. I persevere and thrive on finding any operator who is busy during the show trying to build their business. My fellow wannabes expect me to be physically softer and not mentally prepared to walk and stand for up to 8 eight hours in a row without sitting down in the hallways. If knocked down by a roller cart I will get back up, every time. I will draw on every remaining ounce of energy to protect my stack of moral patches, my signed Hot Shots calendar, and to accomplish our mission. I am never out of the fight.

We have no discipline. We expect imitation. The lives of my fellow wannabes and the success of the SHOT show will never depend on me. I possess no technical skill, tactical proficiency, or attention to detail. I do not personally know any operators and cannot add to the betterment of the industry; my mission is never complete.

We train for pretend and fail to win. I stand ready to bring the full spectrum of my 200 Instagram follower’s power to bear in order to achieve my mission and the goals established by other wannabes. The execution of my duties will be slow, cumbersome, and uncoordinated when required yet guided by the very principles that I serve to defend.

We have never fought for anything, we have nothing worth building except the pathetic tradition and reputation of a tactical fanboy that I am bound to uphold. In the worst of conditions, the legacy of my fellow SHOT show attendees steadies my resolve and noisily guides my every deed. I will not fail.

HLC Invites You to the 3rd Annual 2019 SHOT Show – Suppliers Showcase

Monday, November 19th, 2018

HLC INDUSTRIES INC is a nylon synthetic fabric supplier, focusing on 1oz to 18oz nylon fabrics, and offers an in-stock program of both Piece Dyed Nylon and Solution Dyed Cordura fabrics in both 500D and 1000D, in Black, Coyote Brown 498, Tan 499 and Ranger Green. In 2019, they will also be adding a couple of new colors to their offerings of Solution Dyed Cordura.

Visit them at booth #S 1902

Info: peter@hlcindustries.com

MMI Textiles/Flexsystems Partner to offer SSD SHOT Show Promotion

Friday, November 16th, 2018

For a limited time only, MMI Textiles, in partnership with Flexsystems® USA, will be offering a promotion for SSD readers to get you ready for SHOT Show 2019. With SHOT Show 2019 fast approaching, this is the perfect way to get those Made in the USA/Berry Compliant cuff tabs, zipper pulls, labels, patches, and more for the products you’ll be showing off during SHOT Show 2019.

From now until November 30th, receive 250 free parts with the order of 5,000 of any Flexsystems parts through MMI Textiles.

Here are some examples of what MMI Textiles offers:

Custom Zipper Pulls

Custom 2D Tabs (FR available)

Labels/Patches (Side Seam/FR/Smart Labels)

Woven Hook Patches

Contact your MMI Textiles sales rep directly or contact MMI via their site to take advantage of this offer while it lasts!

NRAAM – Medford Knife & Tool USMC Fighter

Friday, May 4th, 2018

This is USMC Veteran Greg Medford’s take on an American classic. The USMC Fighter offers a .250” thick S35VN PVD blade. Measuring almost 12” in total length, it features 3-D surfaced multi-colored G-10 scales, a 2-piece interlocking Ti PVD hilt and solid Ti PVD pommel. This unique full tang design has all the upside of a classic hidden-tang “slide-over” hilt construction with none of the compromises in strength.

It comes complete with a Brown leather sheath.

www.medfordknife.com/product/usmc-fighter

SHOT Show 18 – SureFire SF3P-50BMG-M2HB

Tuesday, February 13th, 2018

SureFire showed us a new .50 variant of their 3P Eliminator flash hiders.

They feature a Melonite coating and reduce muzzle flash by 99% compared with a plain muzzle.

It’s not quite available yet.

www.surefire.com/tactical-equipment/suppressor-adapters/3p-eliminator-flash-hiders

SHOT Show 18 – Condor ELITE Ultralight Adjustable Mag Pouches and Modular Load Carriage Systems

Monday, February 12th, 2018

During SHOT Show 18 I was shown something that surprised me. In fact, it will surprise my readers as well, because I’m writing an article about Condor products. They’ve definitely stepped up their game. A few years ago, they introduced their Condor ELITE Line which features new materials and construction techniques but this, well it takes it a different level. They are innovating.

The Condor ELITE Ultralight Adjustable Mag Pouches and Modular Load Carriage Systems are impressive. I spoke with the designer, who offered me some details on the project.

The Universal Ultralight Mag System  (UUMS) is a patent pending, laser cut design, Made in the USA. The ultralight design weighs 1.35 oz  (60% lighter than TACO LT). UUMS features one pouch for long gun mags and one for hand gun mags. The pouch height is micro adjustable via the movable to accommodate different magazine height. Essentially, 5.56, 7.62 or other rifle magazines can be used in the same pouch. Additionally, the pouch can be configured for bungee retention or open top applications by threading the bungie in reverse. When used in the open top configuration, retention is micro adjustable on the fly. Triple mag and pistol magazine pouches sporting the same options are also available.

Condor ELITE also presented a modular system where different load carriage or plate options can be changed out on the front or back. Options for the front include a plate carrier, Spear ELCS zip platform and a Rhodesian-style front rack. On the back, options include: a plate option with laser MOLLE platform for attaching pockets, a lightweight harness and integrated assault pack.

Both utilize a patent pending Trilogrid laser cut MOLLE replacement system. The laser cut triangles allow for an exact 1″ base which eliminates side to side slop of pouches that reduces wear and movement. Furthermore, the triangular shape has greater strength than other laser cut configurations and it is far easier thread MOLLE pouch straps or clips.

Condor, you’ve got my attention. You’re showing some serious innovation with these additions to your ELITE line. You’ve combined innovative design with top quality materials and US made products.

condor-elite.com

SHOT Show 18 – Raptor Tactical CLS Bag and Chest Rig

Monday, February 12th, 2018

Raptor Tactical had a couple of new items at SHOT Show.

CLS Vododoc Medical Bag

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Features:
Made of durable 500D Cordura and laminate
Two zipper Rip away cover
Half circle design
Chamber with inner pockets and elastic loops for storage
Cascade pockets for the flat items
Laser marked glove compartment
Two slot holder for scissors and belt butter
Grab Handle
Hook and loop circle patch
Can be connected to the 2nd bag
2″ Waist belt that can be extended and use as a shoulder strap
MOLLE straps
Colors: MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green, Black

Archer Super Light Chest Rig

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Features:
low weight and uniform camouflage on all surfaces thanks to the use of laser-cut holes instead of webbing
modular design for easy in-the-field load re-configuration
double color sided
MOLLE mounted inside and outside at the same time
MOLLE compatible
TAP system compatible
Velcro patch
H harness with build in spacing for cables or water bladder system hose
Colors: MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green, Black

SHOT Show 18 – Helikon-Tex Bail Out Bag

Wednesday, February 7th, 2018

The bag on the left and the bag on the right in this photo are the same bag.

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The Bug Out Bag is part of their Urban line and offers a 3/4 zipper in order to fully open the bag.

Features:
Car seat back attachable
Four internal mesh pockets (two zippered, two cord-adjustable)
MOLLE/PALS panel for additional pouches attachment
Hydration system pocket
Sleeping mat-convertible
Two external YKK®-zippered pockets
Internal, zippered mesh pocket on the flap
Four external “grabngo” handles
Profiled, ergonomic straps
Comfortable carrying system
Two external water bottle/windshirt pockets
Low profile external design
Additional beavertail transformable into an improvised bag

www.helikon-tex.com/en_eur/pl-bob-nl-bail-out-bag-backpack-nylon