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SHOT Show 18 – Hill People Gear’s Aston House Back Country

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

It’s always a joy to visit the crew from Hill People Gear. They’ve always got something cooking but I wanted to take this opportunity to show a pack that’s been out for awhile and I had missed.

The Aston House BC is based on the Aston House pack, but with less built in organization and a heavier duty chassis. Interestingly, the pack’s named after Station 12, a secret facility of the British Special Operations Executive during World War Two.

It’s a great option for those seeking a mid-size panel loader with a stable frame for back country use. In addition to the frame sheet, it has two aluminum stays rather than the single stay of the standard Aston House. As you can see, the ability to organize is there, thanks to the Aston Panel, which is PALS compatible and consists of hypalon / Velcro loop laminate.

Features:

? single panel loading main compartment

? rear of main compartment is fully lined with PALS cut velcro loop (First Spear 6/12)

? main compartment can also has quick access top and bottom zippers located near the suspension side

? panel opening has an open top mesh compartment on the inside

? outside front of the pack has a zippered slot pocket

? sizable dual wand pockets

? suspension is belt capable (belt not included) and has dual full height 7000 series aluminum stays as well as hdpe framesheet

? new Aston Panel is a hypalon / velcro loop laminate cut with PALS. It will support pals pouches on the outside or inside, and it will support velcro pouches on the inside

hillpeoplegear.com

SHOT Show 18 – SMAW Mod 2 by ADS

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

The ADS booth contained numerous technologies, including the Mark 153, Shoulder-launched, Multi-purpose Assault Weapon Mod 2.

Weighing in at 16 pounds, the system consisted of the MK153 Mod 0 rocket launcher, MK3 high explosive, dual purpose (HEDP) encased rocket, MK4 practice rocket and the MF 217, 9mm spotting cartridge. Additionally, there are High Explosive Anti-Armor (HEAA) and Follow-Through Grenade (FTG) warheads. The 80s-era 9mm spotting rifle has been replaced with a Modular Ballistic Sight (MBS).

SMAW Mod 2 is manufactured in Lynchburg, VA by Wegmann, USA. The MBS electronics are by L-3. ADS is the System Integrator.

SHOT Show 18 – Austrialpin

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

Austrialpin has several new buckles.

There’s the new COBRA frame with quick release thumb tab as well as a selection of premium quality aluminum 7075 D rings, O rings, and triglides.

Additionally, they showed us AB investment casted, Stainless Steel COBRA buckle with integrated Dring. Designed and developed for the Fire Protection (SCBA) and Offshore industries it is a UL certified and fully NFPA / CSA / ANSI compliant.

austrialpin.net

SHOT Show 18 – Really Right Stuff

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

This is the AIAX/AX AICS ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL Auxiliary Plate from Really Right Stuff. It’s fully compatible with any Arca-Swiss style quick-release system.

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– CNC machined 6061-T6 Aluminum Anodized; Type-3 Black
– (1) 1/4″-20 threaded accessory mounting socket
– (1) Flush Mount Quick Disconnect mounting socket
– (3) Accuracy International KeySlot mounting points

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soar.reallyrightstuff.com/Accuracy-International-Auxiliary-Plate

SHOT Show 18 – Murdock Webbing

Wednesday, January 31st, 2018

Murdock Webbing displayed their jacquard weave bungee webbing (above) and variable width weave webbing (below) which is great for slings.

Both products are made to order by www.murdockwebbing.com.

SHOT Show 18 – Kitanica

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

Kitanica continues to make products right here in the USA and their product line continues to expand.

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They showed this new, as-yet-unnamed soft shell jacket at SHOT Show. It features a hood, dual chest patch pockets, zippered handwarmer pockets on either side, zippered forearm and shoulder pockets on the right arm and a combination two-compartment zippered and flapped pocket on the left shoulder.

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Coming soon from www.kitanica.net.

Beyond – Cappa Coat

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

At both SHOT Show and Outdoor Retailer Beyond showed off their new Kyros collection. Far and away, my favorite Jacket is the Men’s Cappa Coat.

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It’s a full zip, fleece lined, hooded parka-style coat with Napoleon pockets, front patch pockets with side and top flapped entry and snap cuff tabs. The right side pocket extends up into the chest cavity, offer plenty of room for cameras and even tripods. Additionally, it features mesh interior pockets for quick access to electronics and accessories.

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It will be available in Black and Manatee.

www.beyondclothing.com

SHOT Show 18 – SB Tactical

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

SB Tactical is the originator if the stabilizing brace concept. They’re regularly rolling out new versions and the SBA3 is their latest.

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The SBA3 fits on a mil-spec lower receiver extension (buffer tube) and incorporates an ambi QD sling socket.

Available in Black or FDE.

www.sb-tactical.com