Montie Gear makes a bunch of cool products like slingshots, RFID detectors and a wide variety of rests. Take for example this AR Rest. It sits 9.5″ from the deck in order to accommodate magazines and is collapsible for transportation and storage.
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Monday, April 30th, 2012BCM Announces Compensator
Monday, April 30th, 2012
In a roundabout way, Bravo Company Manufacturing announced a new compensator today in a video featuring their weapons. You can only see a glimpse in a few frames.
FirstSpear – The Walt Torso Holster
Monday, April 30th, 2012
Every once in awhile I take one look at a product and say to myself, “THAT is freakin’ awesome.” Before SHOT I got to see some sneak peeks of FirstSpear’s new products and the Walt was in amongst the others they were unveiling. And while, pretty much everything FirstSpear does has been quality, the Walt really stuck out for me.
I can’t say that I’m much of a fan of Tanker-style holsters. They have traditionally been the territory of US Army Mech and Armor officers who are channeling Patton and for some reason Marine Officers (maybe it’s a Chesty Puller thing). Either way, not exactly my vision of cool. But then, I see the Walt. It’s like something out of a 1930 adventure serial. A traditional design, but fully modernized. Take for example, the materials. The Walt Torso Holster features a body of waterproof material lined with Cordura and an adjustable shoulder strap made from a combination of nylon webbing and mesh. The strap is wide enough to be comfortable, yet not get in the way. There is also a removable quick-release belt anchor attachment but we removed it for these photos. Additionally, a bungee makes quick work of keeping your pistol in the holster. Just remember to remove it from the grip of your weapon before you attempt to draw it.
Everybody should have a Walt. It doesn’t matter if you are out on the back 40 mending fences or trotting around the FOB, the Walt will be your new best friend. This isn’t a quick draw holster but rather a working rig. Not only does it perform well, but it looks cool.
And now, the Walt is available in Black as well as Coyote. Either way, it features FirstSpear’s baddass skull logo laser engraved into the material. It fits the 1911, M9, 226, Glock, M&P, XD and other pistols of similar size. However, it does not fit a pistol equipped with a light or optic. Right or left hand draw.
Get yours at www.first-spear.com.
CP MagClip Now Available
Friday, April 27th, 2012
You’ve been asking for them and Crye Precision has just released the MagClip. The MagClip attaches to your M4-style magazine and allows you to carry it on belts or PALS webbing without a pouch. Offered in sets of 3 in Black or Khaki.
High Threat Concealment – SureFire 60 Round HCM Carrier
Friday, April 27th, 2012
That’s right, High Threat Concealment makes a molded carrier for the SureFire 60 round High Capacity Magazine. It can be worn individually or as part of the Low Profile System. Additionally, it can be customized for left or right carry and rounds facing rearward or forward. Black is standard but other colors available on request.
High Threat Concealment Low Profile System
Friday, April 27th, 2012I was recently invited out to C2 Shooting Center in nearby Virginia Beach to check out High Threat Concealment and in particular, their Low Profile System. Right out of the box, I have to say that everything they do is well executed. I’d venture to say that with molded holsters and accessories, it’s either great or it sucks. HTC is definitely on the great side of the scale. It’s not just the quality of their products. They’ve done some things that no on else has.
HTC was founded by James Overton and Adam Garrison who bring a combined background of military, law enforcement and diplomatic protection to develop a line of holsters and accessories. One thing that makes their line different is that the entire kit and caboodle was developed for duty use, but in environments where the gunfighter has to maintain a low profile. This isn’t modified 3-gun gear. For instance, you’ll notice that the pouch grips higher on a magazine or other piece of kit. After all, you don’t want it falling out. On a range it can be embarrassing, in a gunfight; deadly.
The Low Profile System is a modular design consisting of a series of interconnected components that can be tailored to the user’s preference. Once configured, you can thread your belt through the system. HTC has a couple of really cool surprises coming soon that will make it even easier to integrate with a variety of profiles, from full on combat equipment to the lowest of profile close personal protection detail.
The LCS comes standard with 1 HTC Dual Pistol Mag Holder, 2 HTC M4 Mag Holders, 1 HTC Blowout Kit, 1 HTC Gen 2 Radio Holder, and 1 HTC Gen 2 Pistol Holster. However, it can be modified with addition or removal of components. When ordered in its full configuration it is offered at a discount.
One of the coolest things they have developed is the Modular Accessory Panel. It is a platform that is PALS compatible and will also accept HTC’s line of pouches including an innovative cutaway IFAK. Other available pouches include a universal handcuff pouch; a cell phone / camera pouch; a flashlight / admin pouch with flip down ID & badge holder; and a shotgun shell pouch that will hold 8 shells.
Additionally, the Gen 3 Radio Holder is pretty innovative. It holds the radio backward so you don’t inadvertently change the radio’s settings.
It’s important to note that while everything is designed to be used as a system, any component can be used alone or with other pieces in virtually any combination. In fact, a couple of agencies have already adopted individual components. I picked up one of their G21 OWB holsters for my new FDE Gen 4 and it’s a great fit, bot for me and the pistol.
There’s no way to cover this entire system in a single article. But if there’s one take away, it’s this; modularity is key. We insist upon it in a warfighting load, but not in a concealable system, until now. Also, as of right now, wait times are only 3-5 days. But, as their name becomes more well known, I don’t think that will last.
Black is standard but other colors available on request.
Strike Industries Multifunction Handguard
Friday, April 27th, 2012
Strike Industries has introduced their new multifunction handguard for use with AR15-style firearms. The MITCH series handguard is both economical and is a true plug-and-play design, eliminating the need to replace a barrel nut, front sight post, or buy a low profile gas block.
The MITCH features an ergonomic design with modular rail segments. It also has a lower handstop which can be moved to any position in the bottom slot and into any direction.
KitUp! – MagGrips
Friday, April 27th, 2012
KitUp! had a cool story yesterday on MagGrips LLC which is a company that manufactures die cut grip kits for magazines and weapon systems (like the 30 round Magpul 2nd generation PMAG). The whole idea is to bring custom stippling to the recessed spaces on magazines (or on a weapon). Since, they are die cut they fit perfectly and offer a great look as well as grip.
Read all about it at kitup.military.com.
