You’ve had a rich history on the seas, on land, in the air and even in space. Thanks for keeping America safe!
To learn more about the US Navy’s history, visit www.navy.mil.
Happy 243rd Birthday US Navy!
October 13th, 2018MVT Special Operations Rig (SOR) Now Available in Ranger Green & Coyote Brown
October 13th, 2018The Special Operations Rig (SOR) was designed in collaboration with SOF personnel, specifically to fill the need for a chest rig / PC panel that is optimized for operational use, while able to comfortably carry the AN/PRC 152 radio to the front / side of the body. This has resulted in four kydex magazine pouches (5.56) flanked by two collapsible side pouches that enhance the rig by allowing the carriage of two radios (one each side), or 2 x 5.56 magazines in each radio pouch, or use the pouches for admin items or leave them collapsed. In addition, the front of the radio pouches have four rows of MOLLE, for the attachment of admin pouches as needed.
These specific design features and capabilities have resulted in a chest rig that is extremely versatile to varying load requirements, and will suit non-military as well as military personnel, whether or not you carry a radio on your gear. It can be used entirely as a standalone chest rig, attached to a plate carrier, or as a hybrid allowing optional attachment to a plate carrier, depending on the tactical situation.
Wear the SOR with the supplied H-harness, over a Plate Carrier or standalone.
Utilize the supplied PC Kit to attach the SOR directly to your Plate Carrier.
Multiple use options, as an assault panel over a PC, or standalone in ‘recce mode.’
The SOR is designed to allow the radio pouches to adjust comfortably across your chest, or if worn over a PC, the radio/mags fit into the space beside your front plate.
Available colors:
Multicam
Ranger green
Coyote Brown
Tomb of the Unknowns Guards Begin Use of Custom M17 Pistols
October 13th, 2018
Yesterday, Tomb Guards from the US Army’s 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) were presented with 4 ceremonial M17 pistols at Arlington National Cemetery. These works of art were created by SIG SAUER specifically for use by the Guards.
This ceremony marks the first use of the M17, which will accompany the Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers they stand guard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
The unique distinguishing features for the M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols include:
• Pistol Names: each of the four pistols bears the name of Silence, Respect, Dignity, or Perseverance and is featured on the dust cover. Dignity and Perseverance represent “The Sentinel’s Creed,” and Silence and Respect represent the request to the public by Arlington National Cemetery when visiting the Tomb of the Unknown, and during the Changing of the Guard;
• Custom Wood Grips: in 1921 the chosen Unknown was transported to the United States of America aboard the USS Olympia. The custom wood grips are made with wood from the USS Olympia and include the crest of the 3rd Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier identification badge inset;
• Cocking Serrations: XXI cocking serrations are engraved on the slide to signify the twenty-one steps it takes for the Tomb Sentinels to walk by the Tomb of the Unknowns and the military honor of a 21 Gun Salute;
• Sight Plate: an engraved impression of the Greek Figures featured on the east panel of the Tomb – Peace, Victory, and Valor – are featured on the sight plate;
• Sights: a glass insert made with marble dust from the Tomb of the Unknown fills the sights of the ceremonial pistols;
• Engraved Magazines: the 21-round magazines feature an aluminum base plate engraved with the names of the Greek figures featured on the Tomb of the Unknown – Peace, Victory, and Valor – and include a name plate on the bottom of the magazine engraved with the Tomb Sentinel badge number.
• Serial Numbers: the pistols are serialized with a unique set of serial numbers that incorporate items of significance to the Old Guard: “LS” represents line six of the Sentinels’ Creed, “My standard will remain perfection; “02JUL37” to signify the first 24-hour guard posted at the Tomb of the Unknown on July 3, 1937; “21” to signify the 21 steps it takes the Tomb Sentinels to walk by the Tomb of the Unknown, and the military honor of a 21 Gun Salute. The full series of M17 Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Pistols serial numbers are LS02JUL37A21 (Silence), LS02JUL37B21 (Respect), LS02JUL37C21 (Dignity), LS02JUL37D21 (Perseverance).
(U.S. Army photos by SPC Gabriel Silva)
Carbon Tactics EPOCH Belt Now On Kickstarter
October 12th, 2018EPOCH is the 11th Kickstarter edition to the Carbon Tactics line. This belt with a unique quick release buckle is the result of almost a year of prototyping, testing, and listening to feedback from their customers and beta testers.
Here are some features:
The buckle is machined aluminum, with patches in three colors: Black, Silver, and Dark Earth. Additionally, the belt itself is available in single or double thickness nylon as well as a Biothane hybrid option.
See the Kickstarter page for all of the options.
High Ground Wins Multi-Million Dollar Contract for USAF Carriage Equipment
October 12th, 2018After extensive evaluation, the US Air Force has awarded a multi-million contract to purchase High Ground newly re-engineered carriage equipment for their special operations TAC-P, JTAC, ASOG and ASOS units.
“High Ground’s newly re-designed bags, packs and technology pouches are optimized for the demanding performance and functional requirements of the USAF and its airman. High Ground’s technical staff and application engineers evaluated downrange customer feedback to incorporate new advancements in their gear”,” says Mike Runella, Director of Business Development of High Ground.
For the past three (3) years, High Ground has actively supplied the US Air Force with a variety of bags, packs and equipment on a smaller, “as needed” basis; including High Ground’s Summit 5 Day pack with a patented Quick Release Waist Belt System and their Load Out Bag with their revolutionary wheel design. High Ground Gear, a product division of Ehmke Manufacturing Company, Inc., designs and manufactures the latest in mission-specific, technologically advanced tactical nylon gear and armor systems.
“Ehmke, through our High Ground product line, is honored to continue to serve all the military services. This latest contract commitment by the US Air Force shows their confidence that our gear can meet the rigorous tempo of their Special Operations units”, states Bob Rosania, CEO of Ehmke Manufacturing Company. He further adds. “Our company’s mission is to continually evolve the design of our gear to meet the ever-changing challenges our war fighters face”.
The complete High Ground product catalogue of tactical gear & armor can be found at www.highgroundgear.com.
High Ground; We Make Every Stitch Count…
The Agilite GEN4 Helmet Cover For The MTEK Flux Series Of Helmets Is Now Shipping To Customers
October 12th, 2018
The Gen4 is a next generation helmet cover that fits like a glove and gives helmets new, cutting edge functionality and universal accessory management. The most noticeable feature is Agilite’s new versatile rear flex pod that expands in 2 directions to fit all common NVG battery packs, counterweights and has strategically placed exit holes for the PVS 31, GPNVG-18 , ANVIS 9 and all other commonly issued battery pack cables. The semi-rigid pod exterior gives rear accessories extra impact protection and has a central loop area for ID patches.
The Gen 4 helmet cover provides color or camo uniformity, protects the helmet’s painted ballistic surface and serves as a rock solid platform that secures all accessories, preventing loss or damage.
Among other things, Agilite specializes in market-leading helmet covers and accessory systems and the Gen4 is their latest offering. It will be available for additional helmet platforms soon including the Ops-Core Maritime and Ops-Core Fast SF Helmets.
The Gen4 MTEK Flux cover is available from the Agilite website or from MTEK in Multicam, Ranger Green, Black and Coyote Brown and is manufactured in Israel.
agilitegear.com/collections/helmet-covers/products/mtek-flux-cover-gen-4
Special Tactics Airmen Open Tyndall AFB Airfield for Operations
October 12th, 2018HURLBURT FIELD, Florida- Air Force Special Tactics Airmen with the 23rd Special Tactics Squadron assessed, opened and controlled air traffic at Tyndall Air Force Base, Oct. 11.
Special Tactics Airmen have the ability to assess, open, and control major airfields to clandestine dirt strips in any environment, including those that have been impacted by a natural disaster.
The Special Tactics Airmen cleared and established a runway at 7 p.m., Oct. 11, and received the first aircraft at 7:06 p.m.
Special Tactics Airmen are in control of the airfield and are prepared to support airfield operations at Tyndall Air Force Base until further notice.
This will allow support to facilitate humanitarian assistance to Tyndall Air Force Base.
Tyndall Air Force Base received extensive damage in the wake of Hurricane Michael.
-1st Lt Jaclyn Pienkowski, USAF , 24th SOW PAO
B.E. Meyers & Co. Exhibiting at ANG WEPTAC 2018 in Darley Defense Suite
October 12th, 2018
B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. will be exhibiting at the Air National Guard Weapons and Tactics show (ANG WEPTAC) on October 16-17, 2018, at the Darley Defense Suite in the Double Tree Hotel in Tuscon, AZ. The company will be showcasing its innovative technologies engineered to improve the capabilities of the modern warfighter, such as the high-power NIR/VIS MAWL®-DA (Modular Advanced Weapon Laser – Direct Action). They will also be displaying their IZLID® series of IR and SWIR laser pointers/illuminators; the BOARS®-M2 optics and accessories rail for the M2 platform; and the GLARE RECOIL® Escalation of Force system for Ocular Interruption and Hail and Warning.
Show attendees are invited to visit the B.E. Meyers & Co. booth to learn more about their Defense Systems and speak with a company representative. To schedule a meeting with a member of the B.E. Meyers & Co. Team, please contact info@bemeyers.com.
