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Mission First Tactical Introduces the Extreme Duty 5.56 Polymer Mag

November 20th, 2018

The EXDPM556 magazines are the latest addition to the MFT Magzine line-up. Over engineered for today’s modern warrior.

Horsham, Pa. (November 2018) – Mission First Tactical, LLC (MFT™), a leader in USA-made rifle/carbine accessories, is proud to introduce the latest addition to the MFT magazine line, the Extreme Duty 5.56 Polymer Magazine (EXDPM556). Designed for the AR15/M4 platform but allowing for use with wide range of non-AR15/M4 platforms.

Manufactured using the newest material technology and processes, the magazines with their next generation long glass fiber polymer construction offer the trifecta of perfection in structural performance; strength, durability and stiffness. The stiffness allows the magazine to maintain its integrity without additional weight with an additional benefit of top performance even at elevated temperatures. The longer length reinforcing fibers produce increased strength and prevents deformation and polymer fatigue. Additionally, the Extreme Duty 5.56 mags offer increased durability through a more efficient energy transfer between the polymer and the longer fiber filaments during an impact. A long-life USGI-Spec stainless steel spring is corrosion resistant. The four-way, anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower keeps the rounds aligned and makes mag feeding consistent and reliable, while virtually eliminating jambs.

Confidence in handling the new Extreme Duty 5.56 mags is a piece of cake, even during weather or duress. The front and rear of the gripping surface is ribbed for a positive grip, even with gloves. An oversized bolt-catch provides enhanced reliability of the bolt-catch operation. The flared floor plate allows for an easier grip in handling and extraction and one-hand reloads. Wrapping up the multiple benefits to the newest addition to the MFT magazine line is a paint dox matrix to allow for easy marking and identification of magazines and the tool-less disassembly with the double floor plate safety release tabs.

Mission First Tactical Extreme Duty 5.56 Polymer magazines are built for hard shooting and extreme treatment and shooting conditions and come with a Lifetime Warranty.

Extreme Duty 5.56 Polymer Mag Specs:
Model Number: EXDPM556
Height: 7.494”
Width: .940”
Length: 2.525”
Color: Black, SDE (Tan)
MSRP: $12.99

For more information on Mission First Tactical, visit www.missionfirsttactical.com.

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Whiskey 5 – Voz Patents

November 20th, 2018

Who

Voz Patents: a patent agency helping inventors and small companies in pursuing patent protection on their new technologies.

Founder Dave Eyvazzadeh graduated with a bachelor degree and master degree from Carnegie Mellon University in mechanical engineering before spending 10 years as a mechanical engineer and product development specialist across numerous industries. Early in his career, Dave left his mark on Army programs. He made significant contributions to various battlefield connectivity and improvised explosive device mitigation programs for the Army & the Joint IED Defeat Organization. As an integral member of an armored vehicle program, Dave designed, oversaw manufacturing, and tested armored vehicle prototypes against IED and EFP threats — the nastiest of improvised explosive devices. In 2013, Dave joined a small patent firm where he spent the next several years honing his skills.

In 2018, Dave saw an opportunity to deliver IP services with a highly technical staff and extremely low overhead, at prices attainable by any inventor, creator, or team.

What

With a history of demonstrated technical expertise, Voz Patents offers affordable intellectual property services with a personal touch. Primary areas of specialization include: Military & Law Enforcement, Recreation, Medical Devices and General Consumer Products.

When

Born on Date: June of 2018.

Where

Located in the River North District of downtown Denver, Voz Patents is blocks from the Denver United States Patent and Trademark Office, and closely tied to the Denver startup scene — a rapidly growing community of entrepreneurs.

Why

“I have always been curious; thriving on creativity, curiosity and ingenuity. Voz Patents leverages the totality of my experiences in a productive and creative manner while feeding that curiosity. For that reason, helping inventors protect their idea and turning it into a real asset quickly transformed from a career path to a passion. And having the opportunity to take my jack-of-all-trades manner and provide services which are commonly unattainable by the ‘small guys’ is truly rewarding.”

Contact Dave at dave@vozpatents.com.

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The TYR Tactical Black Friday Sale Starts Now!

November 20th, 2018

Save up to 66% off all in-stock Medium Ultra Low Vis Ballistic Plates, Huron™ 3-Day Assault Packs, PICO, BPC & GPC Plate Carriers.

Take 20% off the Huron™ Mid-Weight Polartech Alpha Jacket. This item is only available during Black Friday. Get yours before they sell out!

Sale Dates: 11/20/18 – 11/27/18

No Coupon Code Required.

Offers available online only at www.tyrtactical.com/products/list/Special-Offers.

Terms & Conditions: While Supplies Last. All Sales are Final. No Additional Discounts Apply on Sale Product. Discount cannot be applied to past purchases. No advanced purchase or inventory reservations. Hard armor plates do not ship outside of the United States

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Blast From The Past – Jim Schatz – 9 Known Truths

November 20th, 2018

Jim Schatz passed away last March. For those you who didn’t know him, he served his country as a paratrooper and later, became a legend in the small arms industry. Every year, he’d stand up in from of his peers and government and remind them that the emporer was naked. Fortunately, his briefing slides are still available, although missing the context of his passion.

I originally shared Jim Schatz’ “9 Known Truths” concerning small arms last year after he passed. Since then ‘Lethality’ has become the cause du jour and DoD, led by the Army, is ankle deep in a transition to a new caliber and family of small arms for its Close Combat Forces, called Next Generation Squad Weapon. It’s a 6.8 caliber capability (once again, NOT 6.8 SPC for those of you who believe what read on other websites) consisting of Carbine and SAW replacements.

The “9 Known Truths” is based on Jim Schatz’ experience in the Small Arms industry. Consider them now that we’ve seen DoD’s path forward.

9 Known TruthsGeneral Thoughts on Modern Warfare and Small Arms Technology1 The asymmetric threat, unencumbered by “western” doctrine and politics, exploits our capability gaps faster than we can react within our cumbersome infrastructure.

2 Kinetic Energy (KE) kill mechanisms (launched bullets, fragments) have been and remain state-of-the-art weapons technology since the 15th century. That will not change anytime soon so we should embrace and improve on it.

3 Man-portable “directed energy” technology is decades away. One cannot “schedule a break through”, regardless of what the sci fi writers and S&T community developers espouse.

4 For the ground combatant, pH and pI/K has not been markedly improved by so-called “Leap Ahead” or “Revolutionary” technology and “Star Wars” S&T projects, yet $B’s have been spent on unrealistic and undelivered promises.

5 Desired Target Effects (direct hits or effective target suppression) depends on aiming and launch “hold proficiency” (marksmanship) be it used for semi, burst or full auto KE fire, air-bursting engagements via accurate lasing, XM25 or “TrackingPoint”-style FS/FCS, or even directed energy “pulses”.

6 Repeatable First Shot hits/kills will never be readily accomplished due to the many “hold” and error factors beyond the control of the operator. Immediate through-optic BDA and rapid adjusted follow-on shots offer the greatest chance of improved target effects, BUT the equipment must provide that core capability to the trained operator.

7 Snipers as “force multipliers” exploit magnified optics, superior weapons, sights and ammunition to increase pH & PI/K at all ranges, especially those beyond assault rifle range. Rifleman can/should leverage that capability by employing affordable “paradigm shifting” precision enablers.

8 Training is paramount to effectiveness BUT advanced hardware enables advanced training and employment.

9 Incremental, available and emerging (and affordable) advancements in small arms, sighting and ammunition technologies offer the greatest return on investment and are waiting to be exploited.

You can read the briefing this came from here.
https://ndiastorage.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/ndia/2015/smallarms/17354_Schatz.pdf

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Eagle Scout Knives by Camillus

November 20th, 2018

Offered in 3″ folding blade or 4″ fixed blade versions, Camillus has introduced Eagle Scout commemorative knives.

Camillus has a long history of making Scout knives. These new models were created at the request of Boy Scouts of America’s Mike Gerard (Eagle Scout and former Army Ranger). Unfortunately, although BSA intended these knives to be used every day, they have not released any specs on the materials used, leaving me as an Eagle Scout, to view these as collectibles, kept on a shelf to celebrate an accomplishment.

www.scoutshop.org/camillus

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HLC Invites You to the 3rd Annual 2019 SHOT Show – Suppliers Showcase

November 19th, 2018

HLC INDUSTRIES INC is a nylon synthetic fabric supplier, focusing on 1oz to 18oz nylon fabrics, and offers an in-stock program of both Piece Dyed Nylon and Solution Dyed Cordura fabrics in both 500D and 1000D, in Black, Coyote Brown 498, Tan 499 and Ranger Green. In 2019, they will also be adding a couple of new colors to their offerings of Solution Dyed Cordura.

Visit them at booth #S 1902

Info: peter@hlcindustries.com

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Sneak a Peek – Triple Aught Design Raptor Anorak & Pant

November 19th, 2018

Raptor Anorak

The lightweight and packable Raptor Anorak is a fully seam-taped hardshell that maintains your agility in adverse conditions. Made with Polartec’s highly aerobic Neoshell fabric, the Raptor lets you move beyond the compromise traditionally imposed by hardshells between weight, breathability and waterproofness.

Raptor Pant

The lightweight and packable Raptor Pant is a fully seam-taped hardshell that maintains your agility in adverse conditions. Made with Polartec’s highly aerobic Neoshell fabric, the Raptor lets you move beyond the compromise traditionally imposed by hardshells between weight, breathability and waterproofness.

Coming soon. Subscribe to TAD’s newsletter to get the word first.

Tags: Triple Aught Design
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CRO MARCH Belt

November 19th, 2018

Not your father’s MARCH belt.

Over the past year, CRO has been developing a scalable and modular load-carriage system for medics. The system is designed to scale up or down based on mission set and is the latest in a product line designed exclusively for the ground medic. See more at CROMEDICALGEAR.COM

The MARCH Belt was designed to work on the CRO Gunfighter™ Belt, a very well made inner/outer gun belt featuring horizontal and vertical PALs to allow for scaling the pouches based on need. The belt is extremely rigid and holds in place for extended wear.

In addition to the CRO Gunfighter™ Belt, The MARCH Belt is sold with five pouches and two tourniquet covers. The Small and Medium Gen Med pouches have CRO’s signature bungee retention panel with vertical pockets to allow customization. They are designed to open flat or be set to open at varying degrees depending on the medic’s preference. The rear pouch is a tear-away design and features the same inside setup as the Hybrid IFAK™.

This versatile product promotes the necessity of working off the body to deliver as many advanced interventions as possible in the shortest amount of time. This is a step forward towards dropping the med bag all-together.

The MARCH Belt will be available on GSA and other DoD contract vehicles in the coming weeks. For more information please visit cromedicalgear.com or email operator@cromedicalgear.com.

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