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5.56 x 45mm Timeline
Friday, September 12th, 2008Wilcox Industries – Line of Weapon Foregrips
Thursday, September 11th, 2008
This line features both non-powered grips as well as powered grips. For the non-powered grips, one features a fixed mount (Steady Grip), and the other has a collapsible mount (Para Grip) that folds up out of the way, below the weapon’s rail. The entire line of grips features a MIL-STD-1913 quick attachment mount.
A Universal Control Grip is designed to control mounted lasers and flashlights directly from the foregrip. The grip’s three activation buttons are located right, middle, or left and accomplish accessory control by setting pre-selects for Flashlight, Laser, or Flashlight and Laser. The switches accommodate momentary or constant activation.
All grips are available with or without an integrated bipod that stows inside the grip and can be seen in the pictures. For grips not equipped with a bipod there is an optional, removable compartment that stores two CR123 batteries.
Wilcox has also developed a multifunction tailcap to be used in conjunction with their line of foregrips. It connects to a Surefire light to control on and off.
For more information and a list of retailers contact Wilcox Industries.
All photos courtesy Wilcox Industries.
Export of this product is regulated by the US Department of State in accordance with guidelines of “International Traffic Arms Regulation (ITAR)†per Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 121-128.
Blue Force Gear – UCP and Multicam Slings
Thursday, September 4th, 2008Blue Force Gear is the first company to offer their line of slings (except the Victory) in both Multicam and Universal Pattern. As with the rest of their product line, the webbing is low-IR with a flat, abrasion resistant finish. The Multicam pattern webbing has been approved by and is licensed from Crye Precision. The VCAS and Padded VCAS will be the first slings available in the new patterns. Deliveries should begin no later than mid-September.
If you want to know why this is so important, take a look at the picture below. Typically, slings are Black. The color matched UCP sling blends in perfectly with the ACU, drastically aiding the camouflage effect.
In addition to the new Universal Camouflage Pattern and Multicam, the slings are still available in Black, Coyote, Olive, and Foliage Green.
To order contact Blue Force Gear.
All graphics property of Blue Force Gear.
Hydrogel from Amron International
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008Amron has been a DSCP Prime Vendor for Special Operations equipment as well as a major player in the tactical industry for many years. Originally a manufacturer for equipment for hard hat divers, Amron now offers an entire range of Soldier Systems products from a variety of vendors. In keeping with SSB’s commitment to introducing new and innovative products to a wider audience we were pleased to run across Amron’s newest home run; Hydrogel. Hydrogel originated in the medical industry but breachers soon determined that it’s inherent properties made it perfect for affixing charges to walls and doorways. You see, its stick on both sides, very sticky.
Hydrogel comes in rolls or 12 packs of individual sheets.
To order contact Amron International.
Magpul PMAG Update
Saturday, August 30th, 2008
By now you should be familiar with Magpul’s excellent PMAG (Polymer MAGazine). There are several models already available and more improvements on the way. The 30 round configuration has been around for awhile as a standard magazine (if you could call anything built by Magpul as standard) and a new variant called the Mag-Level version with a small window to verify the number of rounds in the magazine was recently released. There is a new translucent training mag. The training mag is designed to quickly verify whether or not a magazine is loaded. The followers, floor plates and snap covers are in a safety orange color. The PMAG is now also available in 20 round.
Additionally, Magpul’s ever popular Ranger Plates have now been engineered specifically for the PMAG and are now available to easily retrofit your PMAGs. Magpul is also poised to release a maritime floor plate for the PMAG with drainage holes. These are color matched to the PMAGs and available in tactical colors.
Magpul is selling PMAGs to AAFES but unfortunately, none have been seen for sale in theater. This may be due to ITAR restrictions. Whenever they are in stock at CONUS PXs they quickly sell out.
They are available in a wide range of colors to satisfy everyone from the deployed military member to the recreational shooter. Colors include Black, Olive Drab, Flat Dark Earth, Foliage Green, Olive Drab, Orange, Bright Green, and Pink.
PMAGs are available from a wide variety of sources including Magpul, Grey Group Training, and Advanced Outfitters.
All photos property of Magpul, LLC except for the picture of the Orange PMAGs which is used with the permission of Advanced Outfitters. Caution: PMAGs are controlled by US State Department ITAR and cannot be exported from the US without proper authorization. Check local laws before purchasing/possessing PMAGs. Certain magazine sizes are restricted in some areas.
M16/M4 Handbook
Tuesday, August 26th, 2008
Mike Pannone’s excellent handbook, “M16/M4 Handbook–an Operational Guide to the Standard U.S. Military Assault Rifle” has been on the market for several months now but we don’t feel it has been given all of the exposure it deserves. In our opinion, it should be issued to every member of the military the day they arrive at Basic Training, regardless of branch of service. In fact, to echo one reviewer’s comments, issue of the handbook shouldn’t be limited to military members but to law enforcement as well as anyone who employs the M16 or M4. It is filled with the pertinent facts required to properly operate and maintain the M16 family of weapons. Notice it is a handbook. It’s compact size means that you can keep it handy when training.
Mike Pannone began his service in the Marines serving in Recon. Later he transferred to the Army and served in it’s Special Operations Forces. He has also served as a defense contractor and currently serves as an instructor. To put it lightly, Mike Pannone knows his way around a carbine.
At $19.95 look at it as an investment. The handbook is available from Blackheart International.
Larry Vickers Joins Daniel Defense
Monday, August 11th, 200811 August, 2008
Daniel Defense is proud to announce uniting forces with Industry Professional, Larry Vickers. Larry has been brought on board as a consultant for new product development and marketing. With Larry Vickers joining the team, Daniel Defense will have the increased ability to offer the best possible products to today’s modern war fighter.
Larry Vickers is a retired Special Forces Operator and one of the most sought after combat marksmanship instructors. His expertise has led many manufactures in the small arms world to consult with him on the development of new products. In addition to his many accomplishments, Larry Vickers has been featured on the hit Military Channel show, Weaponology.
“I am excited about joining the Daniel Defense team. I have used their free float rail systems for some time now with excellent results. I will be putting my efforts into enhancing Daniel Defenses excellent products and look forward to developing new ones to make Daniel Defense an industry leader in many different areas of tactical firearms products.â€
-Larry Vickers
Strider Knives Captures Another Govt Contract
Monday, August 11th, 2008
DLA recently awarded Strider Knives a contract for the delivery of .50 Caliber Headspace and Timing Gages (yes Gages). Interestingly, the specifications for the “Gage” written during WW II misspell the word. Strider produced them exactly to spec and the Government is enjoying a healthy savings as well.
Congrats guys!
Of course, interested parties should contact Strider Knives.
