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June 3rd, 2020

Helikon- Tex Wants You to Take Responsibility for the Environment – #NoTrashNoTrace

June 3rd, 2020

The future is in your hands

Yeah, it’s easy to think about environmental problems as sort of global ones in which any effort made by a single person cannot make a difference, but in reality it’s quite contrary. Those single efforts combine and make a world of difference to keep Nature safe. That’s why Helikon-Tex encourages people to act responsibly, to take care of surroundings and to think beforehand about purchasing new gear.

Choose gear that’ll last years

First step to reduce the amount of stuff finishing its life on the landfill is to produce clothes and gear that’ll last. Durability is not only a marketing slogan – it’s a statement. Helikon-Tex is proud to be a producer to whom the customers regularly say that they have their pants, jackets or backpacks for 5, 6 or even 8 years, and they still work well. That’s the most natural way for a gear manufacturer to take care of Nature.

Fix when broken

It’ll have an enormous impact on the environment if we start to value fixing our stuff more than throwing it away. Some Helikon-Tex products already have their dedicated spare element to be used when someone wants to repair his or hers gear with ease.

That way we can not only save the Planet and some money but have a little fun as well. Some may even try their survival skills while fixing their gear.

www.helikon-tex.com

XS Sights RAM Night Sights Receive Top Rating from Members of the National Tactical Officers Association

June 2nd, 2020


Fort Worth, TX (June 2, 2020) – XS® Sights RAM Night Sights have received the National Tactical Officers Association’s (NTOA) top rating in their Member Tested and Recommended Program.   NTOA member-tested products deemed ‘Excellent’, the program’s highest rating, are defined as “product that performs at a level above advertised specifications and demonstrates its usefulness and quality of workmanship every time it is used and can be used for other purposes.”

The high-performance RAM (radioactive material) night sights are fine-tuned for Law Enforcement use and feature a traditional 3-dot tritium notch and post sight picture. The front sight features XS’s proprietary Ember® Glow Dot technology which absorbs ambient light and glows in low light.  The front tritium lamp in the RAM sight charges the Ember Glow Dot, making the front sight glow brighter than the rear, keeping one’s focus down range. The rear sight of the RAM is blacked out to increase contrast against the front sight which is available in bright orange or green.  NTOA members tested both colors. 

A NTOA member who is a police officer from Virginia wrote: “The RAM Night Sights in Orange by XS Sight Systems are a fantastic step up from stock Glock sights. I normally don’t gush about the products I test because I know fellow officers are depending on an accurate review and they might be taking that gear into dangerous situations, but this is a no brainer. The sights are much like normal tritium night sights, but with a little more thought and effort put into them. The big difference for me was the larger dot on the front sight. This makes it real easy to not only find and focus on the front sight, but in total darkness you will be absolutely certain that you have the right dot between the two glowing rear dots.”

Other testers of the orange RAM sights said:

• “It is quick and easy to pick up the front sight when combat shooting.”

• “I received the orange front sight and was immediately impressed with the ease of picking up the dot in low light, no light and bright light.”

• “I also compared these sights to other precision brands both during daytime and nighttime conditions.  The XS RAM sights outperformed the other brands I compared them to.  The RAM sight was easier to see in the dark and faster to pick up during the day…..I would definitely recommend these sights to anyone that wants to improve the accuracy and speed of their Glock for a good price point and quality product.”

The following are excerpts from NTOA members who tested the Green RAM sights:

• “…. these have been a dream to shoot.”

• “The rear is mainly blacked out which I really like because it increases the contrast against the front sight.”

• “I received the XS RAM night sights and had them installed on my Glock 19.  This is the weapon that I carry when acting in the capacity of an emergency response team member, as well as home defense……After shooting with a green front sight, I don’t see any reason to use anything other than these green sights moving forward.  These sights are very easy to track when punching my handgun out and engaging the targets.”

“We are honored to receive the highest rating from members of the National Tactical Officers Association for our RAM Night Sights,” said Zack Kinsley, Marketing Manager for XS Sights.  “Law Enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day. Our sights are purpose-driven tools designed to ensure fast and accurate target acquisition, so you can have confidence in what you carry.”

All XS Sights pistol sights are backed by a 10-Year, No-Questions-Asked-Warranty, and 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.

For more information on XS Sights, visit xssights.com or call 1-888-744-4880.

Qore Performance Stocks IcePlate MOLLE Combo in Black and Ranger Green

June 2nd, 2020

STERLING, VA – Qore Performance now has in stock a limited production of their IcePlate MOLLE Combo in Black and Ranger Green. This one-time run of these two color options is in response to customer demand with 90% of the run sold in pre-order. The IMS Flex is a low profile hydration sleeve for the IcePlate Curve that is compatible with any system that uses a MOLLE attachment panel. The IcePlate MOLLE Combo packages these two products together for a simple, turn-key hard cell hydration solution. This is the final production run of IMS Flex using traditional nylon material.

Qore Performance Co-founder and CEO, Justin Li, commented, “Qore Performance has made this the final production run of the IMS Flex as we know it now. This summer, we will release an all-new design called IcePlate Sleeve using our exclusive High Molecular Weight Polyethylene [HMWPE] laminate, which is far more durable, lighter weight, and absorbs no water at all. The IcePlate Sleeve will have laser-cut MOLLE attachment points, identical to IcePlate Exo, which further reduces weight and improves ventilation away from the body.”

In addition to the IMS Flex in Black and Ranger Green, Qore Performance has also released a one-time run of their popular EDC Coin Purse in Black. The EDC Coin Purse is constructed from their exclusive HMWPE laminate material, using leftover fabric from the construction of IcePlate Exo. Excess fabric from future productions of IcePlate Exo will be used for a newly designed MOLLE Cummerbund that will be backwards compatible with all IcePlate Exo models.

Safran Optics 1 Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Targeting System

June 2nd, 2020

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“Changing Stripes” (a Tiger Stripe History Teaser)

June 2nd, 2020

Sunday, May 31st we ran a SCUBA Pro Sunday article celebrating the birthday of the US Navy SEALs. You probably noticed a couple of interesting gear modifications and iconic camouflage patterns in the last picture of that article.

You know, the one right before you learned that SEAL Team 2 is older than Team 1?

That picture features both tiger stripe and ERDL pattern cammies like those worn by Vietnam era New Zealand SAS soldiers, current OPFOR role-players, and others (including Philippine SOF units).

Recently freelance journalist (and militaria SME) Peter Suciu wrote an article for the Breach-Bang-Clear crew about the history and development of tiger stripe camouflage on their “House Morningwood” site. In it he addresses both historical and contemporary use of the pattern.

If you’re interested in that, check out,

Changing Stripes: a history of Tiger Stripe Camo.

And remember…you don’t wear tiger stripes in Japan.

By Dave Reeder, correspondent extraordinaire and magnificent bastard.

The SureFire SOCOM50-SPS

June 2nd, 2020

Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, is proud to announce the SOCOM50-SPS suppressor. This innovative suppressor tames the violent recoil, flash and sound of.50-cal precision rifles resulting in immense tactical and health benefits for the shooter.

The SOCOM50-SPS utilizes an integrated muzzle brake which decreases recoil by 66% to greatly reduce impact on the shooter and allow faster follow-up shots. This reduction in recoil occurs all while maintaining muzzle flash reduction by an amazing 99% to conceal the shooter’s location.

The violence of the .50-caliber rifle platform isn’t confined forward of the muzzle. Blast overpressure and acoustic exposure from unsuppressed .50-cal rifles have a substantial negative impact on the end user. Recent testing by the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) has shown the SOCOM50-SPS to virtually eliminate blast overpressure. Additionally, the sound from unsuppressed .50-cal rifles is typically so high that most hearing protection does not provide enough noise reduction to sufficiently protect the shooter from hearing damage. The SureFire SOCOM50-SPS reduces sound at the shooter’s ear by approximately 30 dB, preserving the shooters hearing, aiding their ability to communicate, and increasing their operational performance overall.

The SOCOM50-SPS suppressor mounts to rifles via the SureFire muzzle brake. Together they provide rock-solid attachment in seconds with extremely minimal and consistent point-of-aim/point-of-impact shift for supreme accuracy. Compatible muzzle brakes include the SFMB-TAC50, SFMB-HT1 and SFMB-M107.

Learn more at: www.surefire.com/products/suppressors-division/suppressors/socom50-sps-suppressor

Platatac Jungle Uniform

June 2nd, 2020

Platatac has launched the Jungle Uniform we previewed for you last Fall at DSEI.

The Platatac Jungle Uniform takes old school inspiration and incorporates it with a modern, innovative and cutting edge fabric to bring you the lightest and most functional jungle/hot weather operations uniform ever.

Made from the aptly named “Apocalypse” fabric, this 100% nylon rip-stop fabric is lightweight, durable, quick-drying and breathable, with excellent moisture management delivering maximum comfort in hot/temperate climates. This is the same fabric used by USSOCOM.

The ensemble consists of three components, the Kurtz Shirt, Dax Trousers, and Giggle Bush Hat-Jungle.

Jungle Kurtz Shirt

 

Features:
-Two large angled top opening chest pockets with a mesh bottom and ITW slotted bar button and Velcro closure
-Two large top opening bicep pockets with mesh drainage and ITW slotted bar button and Velcro closure
-Bellowed compass pocket on the front placard will hold most in-service Silva prismatic compasses
-Velcro Loop fields on bicep pocket for IFF aids with blank out panel
-Paracord lanyard points in all pockets to tie in your gear.
-Underarm and upper back mesh vents keep airflow to a maximum when active or static.
-Three-piece fold down collar with an extension for added sun protection
YKK zip and bar button closure behind the front placard
-Three-button adjustable wrist cuff

Jungle Dax

 

Features:
-Two front slash pockets with mesh lining
-Two large bellows cargo pockets with a mesh bottom and ITW slotted bar button closure
-Paracord lanyard points in thigh pockets
-Crotch gusset, rear yoke and darted knees
-Double fabric reinforced knee area and seat
-2” wide belt loops
-ITW slotted bar button and zippered fly
-Self-fabric drawcord in the waist
-Self Fabric blousing drawcord

GBH-J Hat

 

Features:
-Noseeum mesh and side vents for maximum ventilation
-Polartec Power Dry sweatband for moisture management and comfort
-Elastic shock cord with barrel loc adjustment at the rear
-Hi-Vis red band inside the crown for ID/marry up procedure
-Paracord chin strap
-2” wide brim to reduce droop when wet
-Self-fabric foliage loops
-Compact and very lightweight

www.platatac.com/catalogue/platatac-jungle-uniform