You’ve already seen MultiCam Velcro Loop on a variety of new products. Now, Supply Captain is stocking it in 1″, 2″, and 4″ widths. They are also stocking Tan 499 Velcro which is still the Mil-Spec for use with OCP. Get yours, and show us what you made with it.
Occasionally, we get inquiries from those looking for a few yards of this or that so that they can take on a do-it-yourself project. There are plenty of places to source fabric, but one that everyone who manufactures soft goods should check is Duro Textiles, LLC. They hold the license for MultiCam and print a wide variety of patterns on even more fabrics. Check this link for overrun offerings.
Soldier Systems Daily unveils exclusive photo evidence.
We have mentioned Special Operations Apps and their CamoScience app in the past. CamoScience is an App for Smart Devices like the iPhone 4/5 and IPad 2.
Interestingly, SOA contacted us after reading the recent article published last week here on SSD concerning NECC’s (Naval Expeditionary Combat Command) lack of an issue combat uniform and a version of what appears to be unique Navy DIY Camo. They provided these pictures as photo-evidence of a new solution for the unique requirements of expeditionary units like the NECC and SOF.
As you can see, MW R&D and Special Operations Apps have moved past the proof of concept phase by showing these first public photos of CamoScience App Designs being printed digitally-direct to fabric and using MW R&D’s proprietary processes.
This is a custom camouflage design made real by combining elements from:
-Smart Device
-Reliable Intel (GEOINT)
-Digitally Printing Direct-To-Fabric
-Just-In-Time Custom Manufacturing
According to the company’s President, K. Dominic Cincotti, MW R&D and SOA are in talks now with leading Tactical and Hunting/Outdoor Companies to utilize this new proprietary process. Cincotti is the inventor of Photographic/Camera derived Camouflage.
“The truly great thing about using our process and this App is that it would allow for SOF to make their own CAMO designs”, Cincotti said.
“Operators could use the latest technology, without having to rely on ‘CAMO Artists’, with little knowledge of SOF operational or tactical concerns. The App even converts photos to MilSpec colors if that need exists.”
In 2007 Photo-Realâ„¢ and Photo-Stealthâ„¢ camo debuted. They were printed onto special adhesive vinyls and applied to SOF hardware and equipment. In 2009 a unique grip was added to these technologies and was applied to weapons.
Today, Soldier Systems Daily received these first photos of this new type of camo, produced using completely digital means on textiles. According to the company, a wide range of textiles and fabrics can now be utilized. The printer applies the pattern directly to your grey goods.
SOA in association with MW R&D are now in beta-testing with new Apps for release this winter.
Beyond Tactical offers something NO ONE else does; custom tactical clothing. Not only can you specify fabric and to a certain degree pocket configuration, but most importantly, size.
Here is Beyond Tactical’s authorized version of USSOCOM’s Protective Combat Uniform Level 9 garment. This garment was custom made specifically for a GSS Gear. Beyond took her measurements and crafted a garment that fits her 5’2″ frame. Fit is of primary concern for Beyond and they have put a great deal of work in their patterning to ensure that the garment moves with and not against the wearer.
For more info visit http://Tactical.BeyondClothing.com
Unfortunately, the Naval Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) doesn’t have an official combat uniform. Rather, units and oftentimes individuals have to provide their own combat fashions. The custom is to take a DCU blouse and have it modified by a tailor (if you’re lucky) by cutting out the torso and inserting a t-shirt or other material. Believe it or not, the first examples that showed up at Natick in the Objective Force Warrior office, years ago were just that. BDU-style sleeves sewn to Under Armour shirts so that the torso, which remains covered by body armor, will remain relatively cooler and dryer thanks to the wicking fabric.
Recently, we were on a CONUS range and observed several Navy personnel. As you can see, three men are visible and the are three different examples of combat-style shirts. There was another guy in the prone, shooting. While you can’t see him, indeed, he is wearing yet a fourth variant. However, out of all of the DIY combat shirts we have ever seen, the example with the hunting camo is by FAR the best.
Designed by Mike “Vec” Gapp and manufactured by TOPS Knives, the EcoHawk is an innovative take on a hawk. Designed as a versatile combination of handheld knife and handle-bourne hawk, it is designed to allow you to affix the head to an appropriate handle when needed. This is a great tool for addition in a survival kit due to its versatility. In fact, it is offered as a kit that includes a Lansky sharpener, saw, whistle, magnesium fire starter, and paracord which can be used to lash it to a handle or for other survival needs.
The EcoHawk is a Tachackers dream. Not only can it be adapted to a variety of uses but the designer encourages users to modify the blade to suit their particular needs. Manufactured from 1075 steel, this can be difficult, but is possible, prior to deployment.
