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PS Magazine Reminds You To Keep The Anti-Reflective Device On Your M68 Close Combat Optic

January 14th, 2019

This is a public service message from the Army’s very own PS Magazine.

Soldiers often remove the M68 Close Combat Optic’s (CCO) reflective sight’s anti-reflective device (ARD) because they think they can sight better without it. Then, of course, the ARD goes missing.

Does this make the M68 NMC?

Yes. Step 10 of the PMCS in WP 0012 in TM 9-1240-413-13&P (May 13) says if the ARD is missing or damaged, the M68 is NMC.

Leave the ARD on for two very good reasons:

1. The ARD prevents a reflection from signaling your position to the enemy. That could mean the difference between life and death on the battlefield.

2. The ARD protects the M68’s lens from scratches. If the lens becomes too scratched, you can’t see through it and the sight does you no good.

Units should emphasize to Soldiers they shouldn’t remove the ARD in the field. Armorers can order replacement ARDs with NSN 6650-01-479-5386. They cost a little more than $40.

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Propper EdgeTec Collection

January 13th, 2019

Featuring100% poly ripstop fabric, Propper’s new EdgeTec collection prevents wrinkles and holds up against everyday demands.

Available in men’s and women’s styles, EdgeTec pants (starting at $29.99) come in three pocket configurations: Slick, Tactical, and EMS. The men’s Slick short retails for $24.99. The polo ($34.99) is also offered in men’s and women’s styles in a snag-resistant, soft-touch, anti-odor material to help keep the stink out on long, hot tours.

EdgeTec will officially debut at SHOT Show and should be available for order near the end of January, but you can get a sneak peek here.

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New Paddle Attachments Now Available from Bravo Concealment

January 13th, 2019

Bravo Concealment, has just announced their NEW Product Release making Concealed Carry soooo much easier.

Polymer Injection Molded Paddle Attachments:
These attachments convert your OWB gun holster and magazine pouches into a quick “on and off” paddle holster. Imagine not having to thread your belt through the holster belt loops anymore. Just slip your gun holster over your belt, it’s that simple. These Paddle Attachments hold on to dear life and will not let go until you decide otherwise. Comfortable to wear all day long, these attachments make your everyday concealed carry lifestyle easy.

Made out of a robust polymer blend, these attachments are tough and durable for long lasting and are lightweight for extreme comfort.

Easily attaches to your gun holster or magazine pouches by swapping out the standard belt loops and installing the Paddle Attachments with a regular Philips screw driver.

• Sold in pairs
• Hardware Included
• Accommodates belt sizes: 1.25″ and 1.50″
• Accommodates to all 3.0 and second-generation gun holsters
• Accommodates to Bravo Concealment mag pouches.

Specs:
• Paddle Attachment Dimensions in Inches:
(Length: 4.375 = 4 3/8) (Width: 1.625 = 1 5/8) (Height: 0.875 = 7/8)
• Hole Spacing: 0.625″

As always, our Paddle Attachments come with an ULIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY, 30-day Monday Back Guarantee, all while offering Free Shipping.

The Paddle Attachments are available now with a MSRP of $23.89. Get yours NOW as they pulled price down to $19.89 with an introductory special!

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And Some People Want An Hour Long Meeting

January 13th, 2019

Make those minutes count.

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SCUABPRO Sunday – Nice to have Accessories

January 13th, 2019

When planning a dive or a Boat/ Zodiac/ Wing ride, there are a few essential pieces of gear that you definitely should bring with you. But as much as you would want to keep your gear to a minimum, there are still a couple of things you should bring for your convenience.

I am going to talk about a couple accessories that you may not have thought of to add to your gear list. Everyone knows about the hammock on long plane ride but not enough can be said about being comfortable on a 4-hour boat ride after a 3-hour dive. I will explain what makes them useful and why you should bring them with you. This stuff can be used if on a boat heading to a dive or if you are just on a boat for a long OTB. It’s about comfort and I will say safety.

It all starts with a good dry bag. It’ll allow you to put all of your gear in one place, so you won’t have to worry about it getting wet or losing any of it. What makes a good dry bag? Well to start it has to have a good waterproof zipper and be able to take the beating of being bounced up and down in the front of a boat. In this bag you can keep your warm clothes for before or after the dive (if you are diving or getting wet) Always have a way to separate wet clothes from dry ones, a small or medium dry bag is good for this. That way you can put it back in away. You can also have a small camp / micro-fleece towel to help dry you off. In your bags hang a small light at the top so you can use it to look around with out having to dig around your bag trying to find whatever you need. This helps whenever you are looking in a pack at night. I like the small push button lights for this on a retractor like you use for your badge. Put one in all your bags will make your life easier when you are looking around your nags in the middle of he night when you are cold and wet.

If you can change out of your wetsuit make sure you do that, when you first get out of the water you will be hot, but if you are in for a long boat ride you will get cold. If you have a mustang suit, it is an easy thing to change into. Try and put on a base layer of wool, as you wont be completely dry wool keeps you warm even when wet. For your hands and feet. SEALKINZ make some great socks and gloves. They are waterproof and windproof. Lastly for when you get out of the water is something to eat and or drink. I am going to sound like and old man, but a thermos with hot chocolate, or soup. This will help keep you warm and also if you are cold and tired a lot better then eating a energy bar that is cold and hard. Some bite size snickers or something like that is good. They are also great for winter warfare or survival situations you can drop a bite size snickers bar into some hot water and you have a good soup.

Ok now that you are warm and dry, its time to get ready for the long boat ride home. Whenever you are on a boat the best ride is always in the back. There is less movement and its less wear and tear on you. If you are on a zodiac/ wing again try and sit in the back. If you have a stadium seat (picture below) take some one-inch tubular nylon wrap it around the seat and tie it together, put a carabiner on it to the D rings on the boat. Now you can sit on it, and it will help hold you in place and give you a better ride. This is great after a long night of being cold and wet.

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US Army’s 300th Sustainment Brigade Conducts Joint Parachute Testing With Marines

January 13th, 2019

CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait –- Soldiers and Marines partnered to train with and test a low-cost parachute system at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Dec. 10, 2018.

A Soldiers from the 524th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion conducting recovery operations after completing a joint aerial delivery mission with the Special Purpose Marine Ground Task Force on Dec. 10, 2018, Camp Buehring, Kuwait. (U.S Army Reserve Photo by Capt. Jerry Duong)

Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Central Command Marines released four low-velocity-low-cost, four high-velocity-high-cost, and two Joint Precision Aerial Delivery Systems from a KC-130J onto the Udairi Training Grounds drop zone at Camp Buehring.

“We took the parachute that was right by the expiration date and loaded them with four 55-gallon drums of water. Each load weighed approximately about 2000 lbs. said Sgt. 1st Class Larry Carter, 300th Sustainment Brigade senior aerial delivery technician. “It was a successful drop. All the loads came out properly, parachute executed properly, and hit the ground properly.”

U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center (NSRDEC), Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland, develops and tests new materials for the U.S. Army. NSRDEC will test the samples to determine the actual life-span of the parachutes, and using their full life-cycle ultimately saves taxpayer dollars.

“We cut a piece of the material out of each parachute system and sent it to Natick Labs in order to test the elasticity strength of the canopy,” said Carter. He believes the parachutes have another five years of potential use, saving the U.S. Army in excess of $25 million.

The joint event also provided training on proper systemes use and employment for Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Central Command Marines, and 824th Quartermaster Company, 524th Combat Supply Sustainment Battalion, 300th Sustainment Brigade, and 1st Theater Sustainment Command Soldiers.

Story by Capt. Jerry Duong and 1st Lt. Andrew Garrido, 184th Sustainment Command

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DroneGun Tactical Video and Corporate Video

January 13th, 2019

Sydney Australlia and Warrenton, Virginia, USA – DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO or DRO.AU) (“DroneShield”), a publicly-traded leader in the emerging industry of drone security solutions, has released a video showing its portable, rifle-shaped jammer DroneGun Tactical™ in action.

The release follows a surge in the interest in the counterdrone industry following the recent events at Gatwick Airport, whereby a drone or multiple drones shut down all air traffic at the airport for approximately 48 hours.

In addition, DroneShield has released its corporate video, containing a collection of striking footage of drone incidents and on drone threats to the public, as well as footage of a range of DroneShield’s counterdrone products.

DroneShield continues to lead the counterdrone market. DroneGun Tactical has been successfully deployed globally since its launch in early 2018. DroneShield’s high profile recent delpoyments include, among others:

• a 70 unit order by a Middle Eastern Ministry of Defence,
• a United States military trial,
• an order from a Central American government security agency,
• an order by the national security agency of a major Asian country,
• an order from the major Middle Eastern telecom Zain,
• an order for use by a Western governmental security agency, and
• a deployment of DroneShield’s drone detection system by the British military.

droneshield.com

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Hi-Lux Adds 10 Junior High Power Teams to Junior Service Rifle Program

January 12th, 2019

Hi-Lux Optics is proud to announce that 10 state junior teams have enrolled in The Hi-Lux Junior High Power Program. According to Hi-Lux’s COO, Chris Wu, the program was established to support the future generation of shooters and help service rifle competition return to national prominence. “As I walked down the firing line last year at the National Matches, I was blown away by how courteous and respectful these junior shooters are. If this is the future generation of shooters, we are in good hands.”

The Hi-Lux Junior High Power Program is a discount program for junior high powers teams on the scope specifically designed for CMP and NRA High Power “Across the Course” Competition. In addition, Hi-Lux makes a contribution to the junior’s team for every XTC14X34 Competition Rifle Scope purchased.

Hi-Lux began the initial design process for the XTC 14X34 as soon as CMP/NRA optic rule change for 2016 was announced. “We studied the market, surveyed the competitors and saw a specific niche that we could fulfill. Many of highly desired features such as 1/4 MOA clicks and adjustable parallax were only available on very expensive scopes. Our goal for the XTC was to incorporate these features in a purpose built riflescope around the optic rule change – and offer it at a price that is attainable by the blue collar worker. Rather than “paying” for match results, we wanted to level the playing field.”

The Hi-Lux XTC 14X34 has been a big hit at national, state and local competitions. In addition, American Rifleman Magazine features a review of the Hi-Lux XTC 1-4 X 34 riflescope in the January 2019 issue. The review can be accessed here: www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2018/12/28/tested-hi-lux-xtc1-4×34-riflescope

Junior team members can sign up for the program at hi-luxoptics.com/pages/across-the-course-junior-teams

For additional information on this or any other Hi-Lux Optics product, send us an e-mail at info@hi-luxoptics.com, call us at 888-445-8912 or visit us at hi-luxoptics.com.

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