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Paladin Press is Closing Down

November 10th, 2017

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Paladin Press has announced they’re shutting down operations as of 29 November 2017.

For many of us who date to the days before the internet, Paladin Press was the source of all sorts of arcana on gunsmithing, weapon use, military history, and living lives of action adventure, or perhaps merely pretending to do so.  Revenge pranks, surveillance gadgets, lockpicking, Sykes-Fairbain knife fighting, new identities, and 10/22 Exotic Weapon Systems were all part of the lore.

The era of clipping an order form from a magazine ad and sending off your check or money order has passed but Paladin Press survived.  It outlasted “Soldier of Fortune” magazine, who was a major advertising and marketing channel for their publications.

While business was probably not as brisk as it once was, we’d speculate that the passing of owner/founder Peder Lund  in June 2017 probably had a lot to do with this business decision.

Currently, most of the books are 65 percent off, so if you want to score some great deals by the end of the month, order soon.

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High Speed Gear Revolutionizes the Magazine Carrier Market Again – Introducing the Polymer TACO

November 10th, 2017

High Speed Gear (HSGI), designers and makers of the 100 percent Made in the USA, Battle-Proven Tactical Gear™, is proud to announce that the next generation of magazine carriers are here. HSGI originally set the magazine carrier market on fire with its innovative TACO® design that allowed the carrier to be expanded or contracted side to side and back to front, all at the same time. Its revolutionary two-piece system provided the necessary retention and the ability to index just about any magazine on the market. Now, HSGI has built upon the success of the original TACO to a new Polymer TACO, incorporating all the same great patented features, but in a durable polymer material that offers light weight and water proof capabilities (does not water proof inserted items). And, like all of HSGI’s products, backed by a lifetime warranty.

Five different polymer models are being rolled out to cover any need from pistol to rifle magazines and more. The Poly Pistol TACO and the Poly MINI TACO for handgun magazines includes HSGI’s new Universal Clip that allows the user to mount the Poly TACO on MOLLE or a belt up to two inches. The pop-lock configuration orients any excess bungee down and out of the way. Designed with a flared top for easy insertion of magazines and has attachment points on the front for the addition of other pouches. The MINI TACO offers a shorter pouch for an easier grip on the magazines.

The Poly Rifle TACO and all of the new polymer TACOs function identically to their nylon counterparts, but now with the body and brackets made from a durable, flexible, proprietary polymer and laced together with bungee cord offering the familiar versatility HSGI customers count on with the TACO line. The opposite interior magazine catch channels enable a smooth insertion of both left and right facing AR-style magazines and flared tops enable easy reinsertion of magazines. The TACO’s polymer materials are water proof and built-in grommets allow for easy drainage on all the polymer models. Attachment points on the front of the TACO allow the user to modify and add other pouches.

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The Poly X2R TACO is designed for any type of rifle magazine with a double decker feature that allows the user to carry two mags in a single pouch and only takes up three inches of horizontal space on the rifle platform. The Poly Double Decker™ TACO combines a rifle magazine pouch and pistol magazine pouch in one secure unit for an infinite variety of rifle and pistol magazines while only taking up three horizontal inches on the platform. Like the other polymer TACO’s, the Poly Double Decker TACO mounts to both MOLLE and belts up to two inches with the new universal HSGI clips.

The new Poly TACO line is HSGI’s lightest magazine carrier system, yet weighs under two ounces and comes in a variety of popular colors: Black, Coyote Brown, Olive Drab and Wolf Gray, all with color matched brackets. Every Poly TACO comes with the new Universal Clip for quick mounting on MOLLE or belt. MSRP starts at $23.00 to $52.00 and are available now at www.highspeedgear.com.

Watch the HSGI video on how to convert your Poly TACO for belts:

USSOCOM Seeks Squad-Variable Powered Scopes

November 10th, 2017

The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Division Purchases weapons and optics for USSOCOM. They released to procure a minimum of 32 Squad-Variable Powered Scopes (S-VPS). Ultimately, the contract could be worth up to $33.25 million.

Specifics of the requirement are limited to Registered and vetted users of fedbizopps.  However, we do know from briefings at this year’s NDIA Amaments conference, a little bit about this program.  This variable power optic is intended for use out to 600m. Additionally, we know from the solicitation that they are considering both first and second focal plane optics.  No word right now on which reticle is preferred.


Offerors will be required to provide 12 samples of either the First Focal Plane Scopes and Second Focal Plane Scopes, or both, at no cost to the government, as well as their proposals which are due Dec 08, 2017 2:00 pm Eastern.

They have an interesting acquisition strategy. The First Focal Plane Scope and other associated items will be 100% set-aside for small business, while the Second Focal Plane Scope and other associated gear will be full and open competition. The Government intends to award to the responsible offeror(s) whose offer constitutes the best value to the Government, considering technical, delivery, past performance, and price related factors.

For more information visit www.fbo.gov.

Arbor Arms – Flex Releasable Cummerbund Kit – IOTV 

November 10th, 2017

Arbor Arms has just released an adapter kit which retrofits their popular Flex Releasable Cummerbund to fit the Army issue, Improved Outer Tactical Vest (Gen 2 & 3).

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The FRC kit replaces the standard cummerbund with improved MOLLE Elastic while the Front Hook/Loop closure system is replaced with the FLEX Cobra Buckle by AustriAlpin.

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Additionally, the FRC improves ease of access for combat medical treatment.

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The kit integrates with the current cutaway and offers the wearer a quick and quiet doff and don.

arborarmsusa.com/product/frc-kit-iotv

FirstSpear Friday Focus – FAST Helmet Covers

November 10th, 2017

Designed to fit the Ops Core FAST helmet series, the FirstSpear helmet cover is designed with a snug fit to ensure the cover remains secure during Free Fall or rotary wing operations. Integrates seamlessly with night vision and communication equipment as well as facilitate the secure attachment of strobes, cell tags, and other IFF.

Two distinct styles are available in standard FS color options. The solid stretch variant is built with 520E and the hybrid incorporates 520E with mesh construction on the outer panels.

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Both options will ultimately allow the user to adjust their helmets pattern, preserve finish, and help dampen noise during impact. Made in the USA.

www-first-spear.com

Happy Birthday Marines!

November 10th, 2017

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The story goes that by 1918, the US Marines were fully employed putting foot to Central Power ass, but when the Germans saw how hard the Devil Dogs partied on their birthday, they promptly surrendered the next morning. That’s right, the service that was founded in a Tavern is why we celebrate Armistice Day on 11 November.

Thanks for keeping the world safe Marines!

Thanks To Armageddon Gear You Can Say “So Long” To Projectile Malfunction – Meet The Trojan

November 10th, 2017

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O241Tactical – Tactical Zipper Jacket 

November 10th, 2017

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0241Tactical’s new Tactical Zipper Jacket is being called a “Smock-Lite”. It features a Hood, Upper Arm Pockets, Slanted Chest Pockets, Hand Warmer Pockets, Ventilated Armpits, and of course a zipper front. These are similiar in sizing to their Tactical Operator’s Pullover Jacket which is an anorak style.

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Available in MultiCam, MARPAT (woodland and desert) Coyote Brown, GreenZone, BadLands, Covert (Woodland, Arid, and Transitional) A-TACS (IX, ATX, FG, and AU).

Get yours now at www.0241Tactical.com