GORE-TEX Professional

SOFIC 18 – Guardian Ruggedized Attach Patch for HEL-STAR 6

May 22nd, 2018

CORE Survival has introduced the Guardian Ruggedized Attach Patch, created by Agilite for their HEL-STAR 6 strobe light.

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Offered in Helmet Cover, MOLLE and Attach Parch versions, the Guardian holds the HEL-STAR 6 in place, yet offers full access to all functionality. Additionally, the Guardian reduces damage to the light by side impacts by 400%. Available in Tan and Black.

SOFIC 18 – Crye Precision Debuts Hot Weather and Temperate Shell Garments

May 22nd, 2018

At SOFIC, Crye Precision debuted their new Hot Weather Combat and Field Uniforms as well as Temperate Shell Jacket and Combat Pants.

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I look at the HW Combat as a Desert Uniform, HW Field as a Jungle Uniform and the Temperate as a replacement for the G3 All Weather Uniform. You’ll notice some design similarities with the new G4 garments such as the internal pockets. Despite looks, that new pocket design has just as much carrying capacity as the old style.

G4 Hot Weather Field Shirt and Pant

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Made from the same Burlington fabric selected by USSOCOM for hot weather uniforms, Crye utilized two different weights (3.5 and 4.5 oz) of the material to mitigate wear in high abrasion areas (knee, seat and elbows). It is very breathable at about 30 CFM.

Pockets feature button closures and the pockets are lined with mesh for drainage. Additionally, the pants integrate an internal mesh gaiter for bugs.

G4 Hot Weather Combat Shirt and Pant

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The Combat Shirt and Pant use similar base fabrics as the Field Uniform with the addition of VTX ripstop stretch and 3.5 oz with Polyester wicking material in the padded waist for the Pant and Polartec polyester mesh with X-static for the Shirt.

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The goal was to lighten the weight, so they stripped away the back pockets and calf pocket. They also use the same buttoned shoulder pocket as in the HW Field Shirt.

G4 Temperate Shell Jacket and Combat Pant

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Designed for for cool, windy, wet conditions, this is a super lightweight replacement for the all weather garments. It’s made from a 4 oz nylon with integrated stretch.

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The Shell Jacket is a hybrid shirt/jacket replacing both Field and Combat shirts. It features Thumb holes at the sleeve cuff and Large internal front pockets.

Color Choices

The Field Uniform will be offered in MultiCam and Tropic while the Combat Uniform will be offered in MultiCam and Arid. However, as they share fabrics, special orders of the garments in Arid and Tropic will be easier. The Temperate uniform will be available in all standard Crye colors.

Availability
On a final note, last ok for these new items by the end of the year, while G4 is currently beginning production.

SOFIC 18 – X-MADIS

May 22nd, 2018

The eXpeditionary Mobile Air Defense Integrated System by Ascent Vision Technologies is being displayed in the Darley Defense Booth.

About a year ago, the Marines identified six critical technologies for Counter UAS.

Hardware

RADAR – detection, tracking and location by RADA Technologies

Optic – Tracking and positive ID by Ascent Vision Technologies

Mitigation – EW jammer by Sierra Nevada Corp (Skycap)

Software

CUAS suite integration software

Graphic User Interface

Operator Assist – video content analytics, detects change, alerts user

Together, these technologies accomplish the following functions : Detect-locate-track-identify-mitigate-analyze

The system works on the move. This pickup is the technical demonstrator. Operational variants are integrated into MRAZRs.

2018 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference

May 22nd, 2018

With the largest National Defense Authorization Act we’ve seen in years, we’ll spend the next few days taking a look at what capabilities industry has to offer our Special Operators.

AT – 802U Multi-Mission Aircraft On Display At SOFIC 2018

May 22nd, 2018

OLNEY, Texas – Air Tractor, Inc. announced today its participation in the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC), 21-24 May 2018 in Tampa, Florida.

During the conference, Air Tractor’s AT-802U Multi-Mission Aircraft will be on static display adjacent to the Channel Entry and Sail Pavilion at the Tampa Convention Center. This first-of-its-kind exhibition will allow SOFIC attendees direct access to the aircraft’s wide array of mission systems, sensors and armament. Air Tractor representatives will be on hand to provide information about the AT-802U to help conference participants gain an appreciation of its best-in-class payload and endurance.

“We are very enthusiastic about our participation in SOFIC. The AT-802U Multi- Mission Aircraft, along with the AT-802L Longsword, are both uniquely able to contribute to USSOCOM and AFSOC foreign internal defense (FID) and combat aviation advisor (CAA) missions, as well as direct action missions against our nation’s most dangerous terrorist threats,” said Jim Hirsch, President of Air Tractor.

While at SOFIC, the AT-802U will display its multi-sensor payload capability and will be configured with electro-optical infrared sensors, synthetic aperture radar and signals intelligence sensors. Each of these can be simultaneously employed on the Air Tractor – L3 Aerospace Systems AT-802L Longsword and integrated on its highly agile and interoperable L3 ForceX Widow Mission Management System. The advanced interoperable sensor configuration on display at SOFIC will include:

• Horizon Technologies’ Flying Fish XPOD (Sat-phone SIGINT System) with integrated L3 Wescam MX-15 EO-IR sensor

• Thales I-Master GMTI SAR

• BAE Systems Tactical SIGINT Payload

• Raytheon Multi-Spectral Targeting System (MTS-A) EO/IR sensor with new mounting pylon designed specifically for the AT-802U

Even while carrying all these sensors, five additional wing stations will be loaded with precision munitions. This configuration effectively meets the operational needs of US Special Operation Forces and US partner nations. Additionally, the AT-802U is specifically designed for austere field operations and benefits from Air Tractor’s existing international sustainment system.

Drawing on a 50-year heritage of rugged, reliable, and cost-effective made-for- the mission aircraft, the AT-802 Multi-Mission Aircraft Series is a versatile aerial solution for managing evolving security environments. From illegal border crossings, narcotrafficking and wildlife poaching, to food security and wildfires— the AT-802U provides unrivaled versatility, performance and value.

more about Air Tractor and the AT-802U Multi-Mission-Aircraft and the AT- 802 aircraft series, follow us online:

www.airtractor.com and www.802u.com

Sneak Peek – The Lost Arrow Project Level 9 Combat Uniform Concept

May 22nd, 2018

As you know, The Lost Arrow Project is Patagonia’s efforts to to support Special Operations Forces and other government customers. At SOF Select they are exhibiting this concept uniform.

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The challenge they gave themselves was to create a new 3-season uniform which could replace both combat and field garments in USSOCOM’s Protective Combat Uniform Level 9. Although, this project is still in its infancy, the fabric they selected is very breathable for use in hot environments. Additionally, the bags of pockets are all internal for a sleeker garment.

Sneak Peek – PyroVault by Thyrm

May 21st, 2018

Coming soon is the PyroVault by Thyrm. Basically, it’s water-tight, attachable armor for your Zippo.

it will be available in about a week from thyrm.com.

Remington and Travis Tomasie Collaborate on a 1911 Accepted by USPCA & IPSC

May 21st, 2018

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Huntsville, AL – In collaboration with Travis Tomasie, Remington developed the 1911 R1 Tomasie Custom.

“The 1911 R1 Tomasie Custom is an exact reproduction of my competition handgun. Working together with Remington engineers, we’ve developed a double stack 1911 that meets my demanding speci?cations, and is built with pride in Huntsville, Alabama. Utilizing premium components, this pistol offers the consumer extraordinary accuracy, reliability, and shoot-ability,” said Travis Tomasie Captain, Team Remington World and National Shooting Champion.

“The R1 Tomasie Custom is chambered in 40S&W to meet Major Power Factor scoring, under the rules of the USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) and IPSC (International Practical Shooting Federation). I personally inspect and test-?re every single R1 1911 Tomasie Custom.”

The Remington 1911 R1 Tomasie is now available at retail with an MSRP of $1650.00.

Benefits:
• Oversized magwell for lightning-fast reloads
• Match grade adjustable trigger
• Lightened skeletonized hammer
• Fiber optic front sight
• Fully adjustable LPA target rear sight
• 5” ramped, match-grade bull barrel
• PVD coating delivers the smoothest operation and unparalleled durability
• Machined G10 VZ operator grips

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www.remington.com