That’s it. It’s all this day is about. You can do any other thing you’d like today, but please, just take some time to think about those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service of this nation.
Remember The Fallen On This Day
May 28th, 2018Check Out Terrain 365 at The Blade Show
May 28th, 2018
If you’re going to be in Atlanta for The Blade Show next weekend, check out the Nautilus HD Dive Knife in booth 405. The Terravantium alloy will never rust, keeps on cutting.
ThruDark Launches New Line
May 27th, 2018
Founded by two UK Special Forces Veterans, ThruDark has released the fiest of its new line of clothing. Their first three garments are the SF Zodiac Coat, SF Hybrid Jacket and SF Expedition Parka.
An anorak cut, the SF Zodiac Coat combines MAJO – TECH ’RIPPER’ micro rip stop (100% Polyester) laminated to a membrane and mesh liner for 3-Layer waterproof ripstop shoulders and hood with SERATES VENTO FX4 (87% PA 13% EA) 4-Way stretch body. YKK Aquaseal zippers help keep the weather out. Pockets include upper arm and zip micro fleece lined hand warmers. There are also Velcro panels on the upper arm and hood along with elastic and Velcro adjustable cuffs with thumb loops. The oversized hood includes 3 elasticated adjustment drawcords. However, this anorak’s most interestung feature is the laser cut breathable micro fleece chin guard.
Combining the performance of a combat shirt with the features of a jacket, the Hybrid Jacket is made from the highly wind resistant MAJO – TECH ’RIPPER’ micro rip stop (100% Polyester) ripstop with SERATES VENTO FX4 (87% PA 13% EA) 4-Way stretch shoulders and torso. The elbows are reinforced with Cordura and the zippers are YKK aqua seal. In all, the jacket boasts 4 external pockets and 2 more internal. Once again, there are Velcro panels on the upper arm pockets and hood. The low profile zip neck with button attachment allows the collar to be worn open or with the neck fully covered.
Made in Italy with the finest Italian fabrics, meticulously selected by the ThruDark cofounders, such as MAJO-TECH ‘DEER FB’ (82% Polyester 18% Nylon) shell and ‘GIPITEX’ ROOTY 70 100% PL camouflage liner. It is also insulated with 900 fill power 100% goose down. There are large capacity bellow pockets and extended chest pockets as well as 4 large internal pockets for sensitive items to be placed next to the bodies core. Additionally, the Parka features external micro fleeced hand pockets, wrist warmers and an internal balaclava provide exposed hands and face protection from severe cold. The YKK aquaseal zips are fitted with oversized zip pullers enabling convenient access when wearing gloves and the adjustable and removable Raccoon fur trim provides essential protection from ice build up. There is an internal waist draw cord and removable snow skirt. The SF Expdition Parka is fitted with two-part technology RECCO Rescue System on the upper right arm. This sophisticated radar technology provides mountain rescue teams a chance to detect wearers in distress. The upper arm and hood have Velcro panels and the elbows are reinforced with Cordura.
BLACKHAWK! Named 2017 Montana Manufacturer of the Year by Montana Chamber of Commerce
May 27th, 2018
Overland Park, KS – May 25, 2018 – BLACKHAWK!, the leading manufacturer of high-tech holsters and tactical accessories, was recently presented with the 2017 Montana Manufacturer of the Year Award at the Manufacturing and International Trade Day event, held by the Montana Manufacturing Association, a subsidiary of the Montana Chamber of Commerce.
“Our team is deeply honored and very excited to receive this recognition,” said BLACKHAWK! Factory Operations Manager Lamont Kotter. “This is a testament to the great work our employees do every day in our factory and in the community.”
The criteria in choosing a winner for the award included factors such as employee engagement, development opportunities for employees and operational excellence. BLACKHAWK! excelled in all categories, showing over 300 continuous improvement ideas generated from employees, clear career path progression for workers, a strong record of safety, as well as a growth of 140 jobs at the facility over the past six years. All of these accomplishments put BLACKHAWK! out front as first choice for the award.
“We believe that as manufacturers and business leaders we have two purposes,” said Kotter. “First, to improve the business year over year. We work to drive out costs, improve the quality of our product, improve the safety and efficiency of our operation and bring the very best products to market. Second, to contribute to the improvement of our community. The entire team is committed to these two missions which guide the rest of what we do. We are excited to be recognized for our efforts and the progress we have made.”
BLACKHAWK! is an engaged community partner that supports efforts to bring people together, honor military and law enforcement, and advocate for the importance of manufacturing jobs. BLACKHAWK! employees work with local schools to help promote an interest in manufacturing and give young people an opportunity to learn first hand about the profession. Working alongside other manufacturers, in 2017, BLACKHAWK! employees helped develop a 10 day curriculum on manufacturing and taught it in one of the local schools in the area. In addition, BLACKHAWK! hosts many student tours of the factory each year and mentors students on engineering projects, believing that young people are the future of the manufacturing business.
BLACKHAWK!, a Vista Outdoor, Inc. brand, is committed to providing the best class of tactical gear. For more information, visit www.blackhawk.com.
Survitec Sponsors Latest Instalment Of Esteemed Naval Proficiency Award
May 27th, 2018
ENGINEERING TRAINING SCHOOL QUALIFYING CEREMONY – 27/4/18
Rear Admiral Keith Edward Blount, CB, OBE, FRAeS Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Aviation, Amphibious Capability and Carriers) was the Guest of Honour to present Qualified to Maintain certificates to Air Engineering (AET) and Naval Airman (Survival Equipment) NA(SE) ratings completing their Phase 2B training. This is point when AETs and NA(SE)s joined the trained strength for the first time.
Consent held at RNAS Yeovilton PHOT section
Safety solutions provider Survitec has once again sponsored the prestigious Neptune Award presented to the highest level of proficiency achieved over the course of a 54-week Royal Navy Survival Equipment Course.
Having first backed the programme when the previous batch of sailors passed out in December 2017, Survitec was on hand to present the latest award to Naval Airman Scott Collins at RNAS Yeovilton at the end of April.
The award was presented on behalf of Survitec by Head of Programme Management Chris Hurley, previously a Lieutenant Commander during a 16-year stint with the Royal Navy.
The previous recipient of the award was NA(SE) Davies.
David Griffiths, Vice President Defence Sales at Survitec Group says: “We have a saying at Survitec that we’re proudly obsessive about safety and survival, which is precisely why we’re honoured to recognise military personnel who display the same characteristics. The Neptune Award embodies discipline, determination and a dedication to treat vital equipment with the respect it deserves.
“As a safety and survival solutions provider, we understand exactly what it takes to make high specification kit that can perform in the most extreme circumstances and save the lives of the personnel wearing and using it. But that’s only half the battle – unless equipment is efficiently maintained and effectively deployed it won’t perform the job it needs to, which is why it is vital that sufficient training is undertaken and maintenance is regularly performed.
“We’d like to personally congratulate Naval Airman Scott Collins and we look forward to continuing our involvement with this worthy award.”
http://survitecgroup.com/
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
May 27th, 2018
Grzegorz sends regards from Mora SWEDEN
OPT donates 10% of sales to charity for Memorial Day
May 26th, 2018This Memorial Day O P Tactical Inc. (OPT) will be donating 10% of all eCommerce sales conducted on 27-28 May to the Special Operations Care Fund (SOC-F).
Donation period runs from Midnigh EST Saturday until Midnight EST Monday. Shipping charges and local sales taxes are excluded from donation value.
SOC-F is a 501c3 charity organization. More info www.soc-f.org
OPT is a 100% disabled SOF Veteran owned small business based in Raleigh, NC. They specialize in high end, domestically produced, individual gear, for the armed professional. www.optactical.com
Diamond Age – The Future of Armor
May 26th, 2018Leading edge anti-ballistic armor systems integrating the latest in enhanced multi-hit performance and durability in ceramic armor systems.
McKinney, Texas (May 2018) Diamond Age, a materials science and engineering firm focused on the R&D of leading-edge anti-ballistic armor systems announce their new rifle resistant Bastion Helmet and the Forcefield armor.
In addition to their work with ceramic materials and armor alloys, Diamond Age is a leading producer of boron nitride nanotubes for ceramic reinforcement. Boron Nitride Nanotubes are a nanomaterial that strengthens metal, glass and ceramic composites. Diamond Age is able to offer this material in an 80 – 90% purity and in a dense form (HD-BNNT) suitable for composite production.
“Regardless of the science behind our products, all our customer base of law enforcement and military professionals really want are lightweight products that can be worn all day, in a variety of environmental conditions while offering superior ballistic protection,” Jake Ganor, CEO of Diamond Age said. “It’s our job as engineers to come up with a level of protection that goes beyond NIJ regulations. This is not the next generation of anti-ballistic armor, but the ultimate generation.”
The BASTION Helmet is the first combat helmet that can withstand direct hits from all common rifle rounds including steel core rounds, at muzzle velocities. It has been tested and withstood rounds from 7.62 x 51mm M80, 7.62 x 39mm PS ball, 5.56 x 45mm M855A1, 5.56 x 45mm M193, 5.7x28mm SS190, and various handgun and SMG threats.
It is augmented with an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber and ceramic strike-face and designed for extreme use in the field. The BASTION helmet is completely modular featuring a full 5-plate configuration which covers the entirety of the helmet shell for manning turrets, vehicular patrols and tactical raids and entries. Infantrymen can configure to a lighter set up using on the front and back tiles, while snipers may choose to wear only the front tile. The BASTION accommodates Wilcox® shrouds without sacrificing any coverage and M-Lok rails are also available. The helmet includes the industry’s most advanced padding system, from 4D Tactical, for comfort and optimal performance against high-impact rifle rounds.
The Diamond Age Forcefield armor panel offers superior protection from a variety of high-velocity SMG special threats such as 7.62 x 25 mm Tokarev (over 1700 fps), 5.7 x 29mm (over 2100 fps) and the HK 4.6 x 30mm (over 2000 fps). Further handgun special threats tested and defeated include 80-grain solid copper 9mm SCS rounds. Knives, spikes and needles have also met their match with the Forcefield. The Forcefield also exceeds the military’s requirement for military-grad frag with a V50 against the 16fr RCC tested at over 2180 ft per second.
Yet the Forcefield for all its protective qualities is as thin and light as the average soft armor panel in its class at just 6.8mm and 1.17 pounds per square foot. Designed for uncompromising protection for SWAT, military and high-risk security personnel, the Forcefield is available in BALCS-cut panels and BALCS armor carriers are also available.
Diamond Age is an Associate Member of the National Association of Police Equipment Distributors (NAPED). For more information on Diamond Age anti-ballistic armor, visit www.diamondage.org
