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FirstSpear Friday Focus – FirstSpear Asset Technical Field Shirt & Field Shirt

October 23rd, 2020

As the fall is underway, it’s time to break out the base layers and prep for cold weather. Cold can be a real killer for those exposed to the elements for long periods of time. Staying warm and dry is imperative. Enter FirstSpear’s American Merino Wool lineup. This week we focus on base layers: the Field Shirt & the Asset Technical Field Shirt.

Designed as a lightweight baselayers that wick moisture from your skin and keeps you dry, our ethically-sourced made in the USA wool Field Shirt and Asset Technical Field Shirt are must-haves. They are breathable and light enough to keep you cool during the heat or help trap warmth when layered with other clothing.

The Field Shirt comes in long sleeve and short sleeve.

SPECS:

Model: Field Shirt

Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Colors: Black, Charcoal, FS Commando, FS Sand

The Asset Technical Field Shirt features FR Rayon, P-Aramid and Nylon plain weave 3-ounce sleeves, anti-friction NanoGlide mesh underarms, inherently heat and flame resistant and features moisture-wicking and anti-microbial properties. The Asset shirt is 100% Berry Compliant and engineered to be a gunfighter’s best friend. Low profile-loop attachment points come standard for FS Cell Tags or IFF.

SPECS:

Model: Asset Technical Field Shirt

Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Colors: Black/heather grey, FS commando, FS sand

Constructed from ACM (Advanced Clothing Materials) BASE 100, it’s the lightest weight Merino Wool package FS offers in its ACM Technical Apparel line. Made from 38% fine Merino American-sourced wool, 50% Polyester and 12% Modal. The ACM Base 100 Line blends comfort, performance and fit to give you the best durability and functionality when you need it most. Combining 100% source verified American Merino Wool with our other quality materials to make ACM. The ACM Base 100 is designed to be extra soft against your skin and to be worn year-round.

Constantly pushing the envelope in technological advances to better serve the warfighter and first responders, check out First-Spear.com. To read more about our technology advancements, go to First-Spear.tech.

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First Arctic Survival Kits Installed in Eielson F-35As

October 23rd, 2020

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — In November of 2019, Airmen from the 354th Fighter Wing developed a new arctic survival kit for the F-35A Lightning II. Now, 11 months later, the first kits are being installed in Eielson’s F-35A fleet.

Eielson’s F-35As are the first of the Air Force’s fleet to be stationed in an arctic climate, which drove the need for a new survival kit. After months of research, development and testing, the design was sent to the 354th Operations Group commander for approval. In April the kit was given the “green light” and aircrew flight equipment Airmen got busy building them for the approaching winter.

“Due to the smaller size of the seat we are limited on how many items we can pack in here,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ross Dugger, a 354th Operations Support Squadron AFE craftsman. “Over the years, we’ve worked with [survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialists] to develop this kit and decided what is the most essential equipment needed to survive.”

Airmen from AFE are responsible for packing the kit to fit a specific size in the F-35A before it is ready to go into the jet. The kit consists of survival tools and equipment to help pilots in case of an emergency ejection to include a knife for gathering food, a poncho to stay dry, and flares to signal rescue teams.

“It’s been a learning curve, with the seats being so new they are not as easy to pack,” Dugger said. “With time we will become more efficient and continue to ensure our pilots’ safety.”

After the kit has been packed and fitted to the seat, Airmen assigned to the 354th Maintenance Squadron Aircrew Egress Flight bring the kit to the jet and carefully swap the summer kit with the arctic kit. While doing this, Egress also inspects the seat for discrepancies to ensure the pilot will be safe if they eject.

“We are starting from the ground up, setting up systems and learning as we go,” said Staff Sgt. Victor Benitez, a 354th MXS Aircrew Egress specialist. “There’s a lot of components and sometimes it can take a long time to put just one bolt in, but it has to be done so that everything works 100 percent of the time.”

The new arctic seat kits will be installed on all of Eielson’s F-35A fleet and could potentially be used by some partner nations who have F-35s in similar climates.

“Hopefully they never have to use these items but I take a lot of pride in my work, which could potentially save a pilot’s life,” Dugger said.

By Senior Airman Beaux Hebert, 354th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

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Thermal Cap (Nordic Conditions Water Resistant) M90 from Tac-Up Gear

October 22nd, 2020

This is Swedish brand Tac-Up Gear’s Thermal Cap (Nordic Conditions Water Resistant) in M90 camouflage.

It features a fleece liner and a seam aped membrane for weather resistance. The outer shell is ripstop fabric. The bill can be secured in the up
position via Velcro and there is a bungee adjustment at the rear to keep the cap from blowing off in high winds.

Available in XSmall, Small and XLarge.

tacupgear.com/all-products/thermal-cap-m90

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SOFWERX Swag

October 22nd, 2020

SOFWERX Swag is now available.

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Botl Sok

October 22nd, 2020

The Botl Sok from Java Sok is a neoprene for your 32oz Nalgene water bottle. It will also fit 48oz bottles, but obviously won’t cover as much of the bottle. It keeps the sweat at bay and helps keep your beverage cool.

Yep, this pseudo UCP pattern is the only camouflage they have, but maybe one day it will be cool, now that it’s just a bad memory. Otherwise, they’ve got a few other colors like Black and Hunter Green.

javasok.com/products/botl-sok

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Carinthia – G-Loft Ultra Hoodie

October 22nd, 2020

Carinthia’a G-Loft Hoodie is named after the insulation it’s made from (20 grams of G-Loft) which is combined with Technostretch on the sleeve and torso with a stretchy outer fabric.

It’s an anorak cut with a full-length kangaroo pocket at the front which is sealed with magnetic buttons.

An elastic inner pocket provides storage space for small items (eg. mobile phones etc.). Two side zips, which are additionally secured with a magnetic loop at the waistband, ensure optimal ventilation.

www.carinthia.eu/en/g-loft-ultra-hoody-p2778

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Standalone Red Dot Ready Slides from Langdon Tactical Technology

October 22nd, 2020

You asked for it and Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT) listened. The standalone 92 Elite LTT Red Dot Optic Ready Slide (Full-Size) is now available for purchase.

“We’ve taken our Red Dot Ready Optic Cut for the 92 slides and made it available as a complete stand-alone slide,” says, Ernest Langdon, President and CEO of Langdon Tactical. “You can now upgrade almost any 92 series pistol to take a red dot.” The slides are built-out with a front sight post and adapter plate already installed. Consumers will need to use their existing barrel, guide rod and recoil spring, however, Langdon added, “We would encourage customers to replace their locking block and barrel with a complete barrel assembly for proper fit with a brand new slide.”

Bolt on your choice of RMR patterned micro-red dot, assemble slide to your frame, and zero your pistol. It& will work on all full-size 92 FS models and forward, Brigadiers and M9A1 frames.

www.langdontactical.com/92-elite-ltt-red-dot-ready-slide

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Joint Training Facility at Blue Force Gear

October 22nd, 2020

Did you know Blue Force Gear has 4,000 square feet of modular floor space at their Joint Training Facility adjacent to their headquarters in Pooler, Georgia?

They offer multiple instructional courses, conducted by MSG Chris Sizelove (USA, Ret) who has over 16 years of experience in the 75th Ranger Regiment, including Regimental Master Breacher, as well as instruction of covert carry and vehicle TTP’s for specific roles within the Regiment as well as the Defense Intelligence Agency, where he served another four years.

Training includes force-on-force and they offer AR pattern rifles and/or Glock pistols for student rental.

Additionally, they invite in guest instructors.

Learn more at www.blueforcegear.com/training

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