OP Oulette, on the DMZ at the military demarcation line between the DPRK and ROK.
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
April 16th, 2017Mil-Spec Monkey Presents: “Magpul M-LOK Tutorial – Basics and First Time Setup”
April 15th, 2017Mil-Spec Monkey created this how-to video for first-time M-Lok users.
Gunfighter Moment – Pat McNamara
April 15th, 2017Because I’ve heard it said that ‘Holstering’ a pistol is an ‘Administrative’ move, I would argue that there is true merit in holstering a pistol the same way we draw a pistol on two different fronts.
One is that in the tactical world, we must sometimes have to deescalate and go ‘Hands On’. We must do this without taking our eyes off of the threat.
Two, when practicing a draw stroke, the best draw stroke is nothing more than holstering in reverse. This was said to me by Rob Leatham some decades ago. So, when practicing a draw stroke, why not double the amount of meaningful repetitions by holstering the same way we drew?
…Only one is in reverse.
Patrick McNamara
SGM, US Army (Ret)
Patrick McNamara spent twenty-two years in the United States Army in a myriad of special operations units. When he worked in the premier Special Missions Unit, he became an impeccable marksman, shooting with accurate, lethal results and tactical effectiveness. McNamara has trained tactical applications of shooting to people of all levels of marksmanship, from varsity level soldiers, and police officers who work the streets to civilians with little to no time behind the trigger.
His military experience quickly taught him that there is more to tactical marksmanship than merely squeezing the trigger. Utilizing his years of experience, McNamara developed a training methodology that is safe, effective and combat relevant and encourages a continuous thought process. This methodology teaches how to maintain safety at all times and choose targets that force accountability, as well as provides courses covering several categories, including individual, collective, on line and standards.
While serving as his Unit’s Marksmanship NCO, he developed his own marksmanship club with NRA, CMP, and USPSA affiliations. Mac ran monthly IPSC matches and ran semi annual military marksmanship championships to encourage marksmanship fundamentals and competitiveness throughout the Army.He retired from the Army’s premier hostage rescue unit as a Sergeant Major and is the author of T.A.P.S. (Tactical Application of Practical Shooting). He also served as the Principle of TMACS Inc.
Gunfighter Moment is a weekly feature brought to you by Bravo Company USA. Bravo Company is home of the Gunfighters, and each week they bring us a different trainer to offer some words of wisdom.
Marine South – United States Tactical
April 14th, 2017
Exhibiting for the first time at this year’s Marine South is United States Tactical. They had their debut during SHOT Show in the Red Rock Outdoor Gear’s booth. So far, they’ve introduced some slings and belts but they also have a K9 line in the works.
Designs are by former Marine Jeff Kyle, who some of you may know from his philanthropic work with his brother Chris. They told me that they are working to get their products introduced into the Marine Corps Exchange.
Marine South – RIG Series Eagle IFAK from North American Rescue
April 14th, 2017
Although the pouch is the same for each of the RIG Series Eagle IFAKs from North American Rescue, it comes in three levels, each differing based on contents.
Features:
-Tourniquet attached for quick deployment by banding it to inside of front opening flap
-Protective hood with quick latch release helps protect IFAK components and includes sewn in embroidered medical cross identifier
-Allows attachment both vertically (PALS backing) and horizontally (3 in belt loop)
-Quick pull latch and tab for easy one-handed opening
-Detachable (hook & loop backed) shock-cord inner panel adjusts to secure internal components & is easily removable for rapid access
The three levels are Basic, with Combat Gauze and Advanced.
The carrier is H 8″ x 4″ x D 3″ and offered in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green and MultiCam.
www.narescue.com/rig-series-eagle-ifaks
ITS TACTICAL – Gear Tasting Radio
April 14th, 2017
Arlington, TX (April 12, 2017) – Expanding on the success of our weekly Gear Tasting YouTube series, ITS Tactical recently added a new weekly Gear Tasting Radio podcast on iTunes that offers an in-depth look into the usage and philosophy behind the equipment in our lives.
With topics already covered, such as Re-evaluating Your Home Security, The Benefits of Lock Picking, Preventing Vehicle Theft, Camping Essentials in the Great Outdoors and interviews with Jason McCarthy of GORUCK and Sensei James Williams of System of Strategy, there something for everyone with a love for good, quality equipment.
GTR is hosted by ITS Editor-in-Chief, Bryan Black and ITS Community Manager, Rob Henderson. A fresh episode releases every Tuesday on iTunes and is also available through www.geartastingradio.com and on YouTube, with a video recording of each episode.
Find Gear Tasting Radio here on iTunes itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1203483156 or visit www.geartastingradio.com for more information.
Warrior West Update
April 14th, 2017I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at next week’s Warrior West Expo, April 19th & 20th in San Diego, CA. If you haven’t preregistered, get on it. You’ll still be able to register in site but the process will go faster if you do it before hand. Registration closes Sunday at 2359 EDT.
I’d also like to update you on the schedule for the Marina Village demos. They’ll be Wednesday: 11 – 12 & 2 – 3 and Thursday: 11 – 12. You’ll get a chance for some hands-on time with remote operated, unmanned underwater and surface vehicles. Additionally, WING will be offering boat rides in the harbor and Mustang Survival is providing PFDs, while KokoKat is letting people demo dry gear.
Warrior West gets better and better each year. In addition to a cool T-shirt, attendees have access to the latest gear on the market as well as training programs and seminars. Also, let’s not forget the Warrior Bash, an evening event where you can link up with old friends and make some new ones. Download the show guide here for full details.
To register, visit adsinc.com/warrior-expo/warrior-expo-west.
