Christmas Eve
December 24th, 2020SOG Knives – Vision XR – Black, Serrated
December 23rd, 2020
The Vision XR features a 3.18 inch cryogenically heat-treated CTS XHP stainless steel Tanto blade which has been Black Titanium Nitride coated. The blade also incorporates serrations. The handle is Black G10 and the XR Lock enables smooth ambidextrous single-handed opening in three different ways with innovative solid blade-lock once open.
Made in Taiwan.
sogknives.com/vision-xr-serrated
Bubble Level for Spuhr Optic Mounts from Flatline Ops
December 23rd, 2020
Flatline Ops have released a new bubble level specificially made for Spuhr mounts, the TANGO SM ACCU/LEVEL. It can be swing out of the eay when not needed, aids in the correction of “cant error,” and offers micro fine-adjustment after installation.
Specs:
Mounting: SPUHR® mount adaptive
Profile: Ultra-low profile
Material: 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum
Finish: Mil spec Type III Black Hard Anodized
Hardware: Stainless Steel
Level: High Visibility Fluorescent** green fluid
flatlineops.com/products/levels/tango-sm
Sneak Peek – Onyx .22 AR for UK from Lantac
December 23rd, 2020
Lantac Onyx .22 semi-auto, coming to the UK soon.
Shomer-Tec Fire Buttons
December 23rd, 2020Shomer-Tec always has some cool gadgets like these Fire Buttons intended as a last resort fire starter.
These standard sized buttons (3/4″ diameter, 5/32″ thickness) are available in two different materials: Ferrocerium and Magnesium. Ferrocerium is a synthetic pyrophoric alloy which produces hot sparks that can reach temperatures of 5400° F when rapidly oxidized by striking with a hard object. Magnesium shavings provide a highly efficient accelerant and serve as a super hot tinder. Fire is produced by scraping shavings off the Magnesium button, and then striking the Ferrocerium button to produce a shower of sparks which can ignite the Magnesium shavings in order to set fire to kindling material.
If you use these, remember that the buttons are flammable, so give it a solid think on where you attach them.
Crye Precision Announces New G4 Female Fit Uniforms
December 23rd, 2020Brooklyn, NY – December 22, 2020 – Crye Precision®, one of the leading suppliers of uniforms and personal equipment to the military, law enforcement and public safety markets, has announced the release of their new G4 Female Fit line.
Women throughout history have been striving for acceptance in traditionally male roles. Today, the number of brave women in combat roles and tactical law enforcement positions continues to rise, and with that comes the need for apparel suited to meet their specific demands and body types. For years, the traditional combat uniform has catered to the male form – with longer leg inseams, narrower hip shaping and broad chest and shoulder width, compromising a female’s comfort and performance alongside her male counterparts. The Crye Precision® G4 Female Fit line’s goal was to address these issues to afford women the same level of performance, comfort, and mobility afforded a male.
The Crye Precision® design team met extensively with women serving in the military and law enforcement to better understand their needs. Each in-depth interview consisted of understanding operational needs, reviewing currently issued uniforms, taking a wide range of measurements and documenting the wearers’ requests. Based on the end-user feedback and size evaluations, the adjusted uniforms increase comfort, mobility and functionality for a woman’s fit. The result is a female-specific uniform that is unmatched in the industry.
In addition to conversations with women serving in the military and law enforcement, the design team also took an in-depth look into the lives of female civilians who require cutting-edge technology and performance in other arenas. From shooting sports to advanced carbine training, the G4 Female Fit line is designed to work for the women who take their range time seriously and require top-tier range apparel.
The G4 Female Fit Line features the same innovative qualities and custom stretch VTX RIPSTOP™ fabric as the standard G4 line with a design that is specifically patterned to fit our female customers. The Combat & Field Shirts feature sleeves with a reduced circumference and raised armholes for enhanced mobility and a more ergonomic female fit, with bust shaping and minimized shoulder width providing a slimmer profile. The reduced neck opening, and collar height were designed for a female form without compromising function. The Combat & Field Pants feature dedicated shaping around the hips to allow for a slimmer cut with maximum mobility. Reduced fly/zipper height and length, front and back rise and inseam lengths provide a more tailored fit throughout.
“Women’s roles in the military and law enforcement have continued to evolve,” stated Crye Precision® Marketing Director, Ernesto Rodriguez. “Their jobs require that they perform at the best of their ability at all times. Our new G4 Female Fit series of uniforms are a direct result of listening to specific user needs and building designs around them, from the fabric to each feature and detail. We’re honored to supply those who put themselves on the line to keep the rest of us safe, and we’re proud to be making all of our products right here in the USA.”
The G4 Female Fit Uniforms are available December 22nd, through the Crye Precision® website, www.cryeprecision.com, and will be initially made in MultiCam® Pattern. As always, contact Crye Precision® for any customizations to orders.
“Is My Gore-Tex Leaking?” By UF PRO
December 23rd, 2020Our friends at UF PRO put together this great video entitled, “Is my Gore-Tex leaking?” It explains what Gore-Tex is, how it works, and how to take care of it.
Learn about UF PRO’s Monsoon Gear featuring Gore-Tex materials and construction.
That Time an American General Said “Nuts” to the Nazis
December 23rd, 2020
December 22 1944 – Encircled by German forces at the Battle of the Bulge, the 101st Airborne Division, under acting commander Brigadier General McAuliffe received a message from German General Heinrich Freiherr von Lüttwitz delivered under flag of truce.
To the U.S.A. Commander of the encircled town of Bastogne.
The fortune of war is changing. This time the U.S.A. forces in and near Bastogne have been encircled by strong German armored units. More German armored units have crossed the river Our near Ortheuville, have taken Marche and reached St. Hubert by passing through Hompre-Sibret-Tillet. Libramont is in German hands.
There is only one possibility to save the encircled U.S.A. troops from total annihilation: that is the honorable surrender of the encircled town. In order to think it over a term of two hours will be granted beginning with the presentation of this note.
If this proposal should be rejected one German Artillery Corps and six heavy A. A. Battalions are ready to annihilate the U.S.A. troops in and near Bastogne. The order for firing will be given immediately after this two hours term.
All the serious civilian losses caused by this artillery fire would not correspond with the well-known American humanity.
His response was perfect.
To the German Commander.
NUTS!
The American Commander
