Currently running on Kickstarter, Firefly replaces the toothpick insert on your Swiss Army Knife with a firestarter. It features a bright neon yellow-green, glow-in-the-dark thumbnail grip.
Available in two lengths, they’ve tailored the sparking material mix to double the break strength of a typical ferrocerrium/firesteel mix. You can use any of the tools on the knife to strike a spark with the Firefly.
Philanthropic campaign aims to support military and public safety organizations during the holiday season
October 1, 2017
Cincinnati, OH—Vertx, a leader in low-profile apparel and gear for the Prepared Professional, announces the return of its 5 Days of Thanks campaign. The campaign aims to say “thanks” to customers while paying it forward to organizations that support veterans, law enforcement or other groups that protect our life and liberty.
The 5 Days of Thanks Campaign gives customers the opportunity to submit the name of their favorite charity or organization to receive one of four $500 contributions or one $1000 contribution. By signing up at www.vertx.com/thanks customers will be able to submit their entries as well as enter for a chance to win a $200 Vertx gift card valid through December 31, 2017. A complete list of terms and conditions for the 5 Days of Thanks campaign can be found on the Vertx website.
The 2017 Vertx 5 Days of Thanks campaign begins Sunday, Oct. 1 and will run through Nov. 15, 2017.
“Last year we saw incredible enthusiasm for the campaign, and it truly goes to show how supportive this industry is,” said Justin Roberts, Brand Manager of Vertx. “The 5 Days of Thanks campaign is our way of giving back and saying thanks to our military, first responders and organizations that support them. Without them, we wouldn’t enjoy the safety and freedoms that we do every day.” Organizational winners will be chosen starting November 20th, 2017 through Black Friday, November 24th, 2017. Winners will be announced via the Vertx email newsletter, Vertx’s Facebook page, and Instagram throughout the week of November 20th.
Sunnyvale, CA — Lights perform best when their lenses are clean. CLENS provides an easy way to protect lenses during extended shooting sessions. Like goggle tear-offs for off-road racing, just remove the dirty CLENS to return a light to its optimal brightness.
CLENS is a heat-resistant, clear polymer circle. CLENS protects the lens from carbon and other debris that can build up from the use of lights during firearms training. Also, extended exposure to carbon can permanently damage/discolor unprotected lenses. No longer will shooters have to apply Vaseline before shooting, replace a lens, or risk abrasion with lens cleaners. CLENS can be removed to instantly provide a clear lens for maximum brightness.
CLENS’ mild adhesive backing has a higher affinity for polymer than glass. This makes it easy to attach and position, without leaving adhesive on the light. Three sizes are included to fit a wide range of flashlight and weapon light lenses.
The CLENS is the collaborative effort of Thyrm and Sage Instruments. Aaron Cowan of Sage Instruments states, “We noticed the degradation of light output as a student progressed in a low-light class. They often struggled to get the light’s lens clean and that process took them out of the class for a period of time. We knew that this was the answer.”
“Our mission is to produce innovative products that address our customer’s needs. Like the SwitchBack® and CellVault®, the CLENS improves the function of flashlights and weapon lights. There is nothing like it,” said Thyrm CEO Andrew Frazier.
Each year, Hot Shots creates a pinup calendar in order to raise awareness and funds for Help for Heroes in the UK and SOF charities in the US.
Here’s a behind the scenes look at this year’s production at the High Bar Homestead, near Gillette, Wyoming, courtesy of sponsors Edgar Brothers and MultiCam brand.
With the release of the Tavor X95 and the favorable response of its ergonomic and functional improvements over the original Tavor SAR, one could wonder how IWI would handle having both rifles available in their product line. Well, in a not-so-surprising move, IWI US formally announced they are phasing the Tavor SAR out of their product line, citing a market preference towards the X95 that lead to declining sales of the SAR. This phasing out will occur over the coming months, with production shifting towards greater focus on the X95, as well as the Tavor 7, a Tavor variant chambered for .308 WIN.
You can check out the official press release at the link below:
Raptor Tactical’s Sentinel Skull Crusher is a one-size-fits-all headgear for use of Night Vision Devices.
It is padded and includes rounding channels for cables.
While it does not come with an NVG shroud it is pre-cut to accept three-hole shrouds.
Additionally, there are holes at the side which will accept Magpul MOE rails. When fitted to the Sentinel Skull Crusher, you can add lights, cameras and other Picatinny compatible accessories.
At the rear there is also a PALS compatible Velcro field to accept the included counterweight pouch.
Counterweight Pouch.
At the top, there is Velcro to mount strobes, lights or other markers.
Interestingly, the Sentinel Skull Crusher also accepts helmet chinstraps.
Here’s a quick video.
Offered in MultiCam, Coyote, Black and Ranger Green.