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SHOT Show 18 – Austrialpin

January 31st, 2018

Austrialpin has several new buckles.

There’s the new COBRA frame with quick release thumb tab as well as a selection of premium quality aluminum 7075 D rings, O rings, and triglides.

Additionally, they showed us AB investment casted, Stainless Steel COBRA buckle with integrated Dring. Designed and developed for the Fire Protection (SCBA) and Offshore industries it is a UL certified and fully NFPA / CSA / ANSI compliant.

austrialpin.net

SHOT Show 18 – Really Right Stuff

January 31st, 2018

This is the AIAX/AX AICS ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL Auxiliary Plate from Really Right Stuff. It’s fully compatible with any Arca-Swiss style quick-release system.

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– CNC machined 6061-T6 Aluminum Anodized; Type-3 Black
– (1) 1/4″-20 threaded accessory mounting socket
– (1) Flush Mount Quick Disconnect mounting socket
– (3) Accuracy International KeySlot mounting points

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soar.reallyrightstuff.com/Accuracy-International-Auxiliary-Plate

SHOT Show 18 – Murdock Webbing

January 31st, 2018

Murdock Webbing displayed their jacquard weave bungee webbing (above) and variable width weave webbing (below) which is great for slings.

Both products are made to order by www.murdockwebbing.com.

High Angle Solutions – Optimus Polaris Optifuel

January 31st, 2018

We raised the standards so high with this versatile, award-winning stove that the Man in the Moon wants one. He can’t, but you’ll rejoice in this multitalented stove that takes nearly any fuel* you want to give it to make sure you have a warm meal … anytime, anywhere, any weather. You get superior, reliable, one-jet cooking performance with no fiddling to change nozzles or attachments. When using LP Gas canisters, just flip between 4 Season Mode in cold temps and the Efficiency Mode for other use. Need a little stove scrub? Shazam! With the integrated magnetic cleaning needle, you can do that too, even while cooking. Plus, get end-of-day yum in the tum quickly with the patented quick-priming burner.

High Angle Solutions is a weekly series of articles focusing on military mountaineering solutions. It’s brought to you by UK-based Brigantes Consulting, in conjunction with several other brands, both here in the US and abroad.

US Army Establishes Master Gunner Identification Badge

January 31st, 2018

Earlier this month, the Honorable Raymond T Oroho, acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, signed a memorandum establishing the Master Gunner Identification Badge. It is intended to be worn on the ASU as well as ACU.

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Although there are Master Gunners at all Divisions, the badge is limited to graduates of these seven courses:
-Field Artillery Master Gunner Course
-Master Gunnery-M1/M1A1 Tank Course
-Infantry Fighting Vehicle Master Gunner Course
-Avenger Master Gunner Course
-M1A2 SEP Master Gunner Course
-Stryker Master Gunner Course
-Patriot Master Gunner Course

Enlisted soldiers must have been awarded Additional Skill Identifier A7, A8, J3, K7, K8, R8 or T4. Warrant officers require ASI H8. The Master Gunner Badge must be awarded by the authority who hosts the qualification course.

Retirees and Veterans may also apply for retroactive award. Click here for full details.

Word on the street is that Army will be establishing even more badges this year.

SHOT Show 18 – Kitanica

January 30th, 2018

Kitanica continues to make products right here in the USA and their product line continues to expand.

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They showed this new, as-yet-unnamed soft shell jacket at SHOT Show. It features a hood, dual chest patch pockets, zippered handwarmer pockets on either side, zippered forearm and shoulder pockets on the right arm and a combination two-compartment zippered and flapped pocket on the left shoulder.

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Coming soon from www.kitanica.net.

O P Tactical Releases New Morale Designs

January 30th, 2018

O P Tactical Inc (OPT), an industry leader in the sale of the finest gear available, has released five new morale designs.  OPT’s new sign has been made into a logo in the format of stickers, T-shirts, and embroidery.  The remaining four designs are morale pieces that are self explanatory, including a tribute to the African bush wars of the 60s-90s and the movie Caddyshack.  Embroidery, PVC, hoodies, hats, and other formats will follow in months to come.

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O P Tactical is a 100% disabled Veteran owned small business in Raleigh, NC.  They have 14 years in international ecommerce, and a walk in brick and mortar store.

Click link for OPT’s new items page.

www.optactical.com/newitems

Beyond – Cappa Coat

January 30th, 2018

At both SHOT Show and Outdoor Retailer Beyond showed off their new Kyros collection. Far and away, my favorite Jacket is the Men’s Cappa Coat.

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It’s a full zip, fleece lined, hooded parka-style coat with Napoleon pockets, front patch pockets with side and top flapped entry and snap cuff tabs. The right side pocket extends up into the chest cavity, offer plenty of room for cameras and even tripods. Additionally, it features mesh interior pockets for quick access to electronics and accessories.

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It will be available in Black and Manatee.

www.beyondclothing.com