Magpul provided this digital version of the PMAG 10th Anniversary timeline display they had set up at their SHOT Show booth. If you couldn’t attend the show, here’s your chance to check it out by clicking the image above.
Magpul PMAG 10th Anniversary Timeline
February 1st, 2017Galco Gunleather – SB1 Dress Gunbelt
February 1st, 2017PHOENIX, Winter 2017 – Galco Gunleather is excited to announce the availability of the SB1 dress gunbelt in three colors! Suitable for carry of a heavy, full-sized service pistol, the 1¼” wide SB1 looks and functions as a dress belt suitable for wear with everything up to and including a three-piece suit.
Composed of two pieces of leather stitched together for extreme rigidity, the SB1 features a square dress-style, polished buckle. Skived edges camouflage the robust thickness of the belt, enhancing its stylish appearance. The black and havana brown belts come with a nickel-plated brass buckle, while the tan belt features a natural brass-colored buckle. Buckles are easily interchanged with two flat headed screws and posts.
Available in even waist sizes from 32” through 46”, the SB1 retails at $89.95.
RE Factor Tactical – Controlled Aggression Baseball Shirt Preorder
February 1st, 2017
When I was a kid, baseball shirts were the thing and I’m happy to see them making a comeback. This limited edition shirt from RE Factor Tactical is available for pre-order until 12 February.
www.refactortactical.com/shop/limited-edition-controlled-aggression
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
February 1st, 2017
Thanks to Sean B from Lancer Systems for taking this on the SHOT Show floor.
Q Fix Pre-Order Goes Live Tonight
February 1st, 2017During an IG Live broadcast earlier tonite, the Q crew showed off The Fix bolt action rifle and announced that pre-orders go live tonight at Midnight EST.
The pre-order is $2795 and limited to 500 rifles. Both .308 (16″) and 6.5 Creedmoor (22″) will be available. The Bartlein barrels will come with the Cherry Bomb flash hider and The Fix can be pre-ordered with the Trash PANDA silencer with matching serial number. The .308 is clear anodized with Blue accents. The 6.5 will offer a different accent color. I’m rooting for Orange. The clear anodizing is stronger than pigmented and means that parts made from different materials will have slightly different colors.
Rifles include two Magpul PMAGs and pre-orders will come with a Blue Force Gear weapon case in Blue. The shoulder strap is also a sling and there are modular pouches for silencer, magazines and a clear topped pouch for accessories.
Dealers must order at least five rifles to get dealer pricing.
There will be additional barrels in the future. There is a scope mount and short handguard available as well.
Look for mid-summer delivery.
Urban Operator – Wrist Straps
January 31st, 2017
Wrist Wraps provide additional wrist support anytime you need it. These affordable but durable wraps are made from a Mil-spec webbing. Use them for greater wrist stability anytime you are pressing or going overhead during weightlifting, powerlifting, and strongman training.
Specs:
Sold in Pairs
22″ in length
Width: 2” inches
Hook and Loop Closure
Thumb loop
Available is several patterns.
AKTI Legislative Update
January 31st, 2017The American Knife and Tool Institute is working to change knife laws state by state to repeal and clarify laws that keep you from using, selling or making the knife of your choice with confidence. We continue to work to allow interstate travel of knives without concern of differing state law.
Virginia – “I am pleased to be patron of House Bill 1432, I am grateful for the indispensable assistance of AKTI in preparing and securing Committee passage of the bill, and I look forward to advocating for full passage of the bill during the 2017 General Assembly.” Delegate Ware. HB 1432 & SB 1347 will eliminate carry restrictions on automatic knives for lawful professional and recreational uses. Status: Passed both House and Senate committees. Learn More
Colorado – “AKTI thanks supporter John Bloodgood for his committee testimony and other organizations for their letters of support.” SB 17-008 legalizes sale and possession of automatic and gravity knives by removing them from the state definition of illegal weapons. Status: In Senate for vote. Learn more.
Georgia – SB 49 would increase legal length of a knife blade to carry from 5-1/2 inches to 12 inches. Status: In Senate Committee.
Illinois – SB 607 removes restriction on the sale, manufacture, purchase, possession and carry of automatic knives IF person possesses a current valid Illinois Firearm Owner’s Identification Card. Status: In Senate Committee.
Montana – HB 251 would remove knives with a blade length of 4 or more inches wholly or partially concealed from list of illegal concealed weapons. Status: In House
Texas – HB 790 would change definition of illegal knife and legalize an individual to carry concealed or open a dagger, dirk, stiletto or poniard. Status: Introduced
Changing laws is time-consuming and expensive. Please help support our efforts to make changes that benefit the entire knife community.
–Make a contribution to AKTI’s Legislative Fund
–Become a Member!
–Donate a Knife
ORWM – Barebones Living Pulaski Axe and Folding Shovel
January 31st, 2017Two of the greatest things I saw at the recent Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City were the Pulaski Axe and Folding Shovel from Barebones Living.
Based on the wildland firefighter’s best friend, the Pulaski Axe by Barebones Living features an axe head, balanced by an adze, so you can chop wood as well as clear ground. The 21″ wooden handle surrounds a full-length steel rod, capped with a pommel for pounding. The Pulaski Axe comes with a simple leather sheath to protect the head.
This folding shovel is a true treasure and I can’t wait until it is available later this year. When I was a kid, the old M-1951 combination entrenching tool was both inexpensive and plentiful. It could be had, in new condition from any surplus store for just a few bucks. We used them camping and my dad kept one in each of the cars, just in case. Unfortunately, the old warhorse has become scarce and they now cost too much to use as they are scooped up by collectors. The current issue tri-fold e-tool is certainly lighter and more compact, but not nearly as user friendly as that old wooden handled model.
Barebones Living took the same tried-and-true adjustable head design we all know, and did one better, they gave their shovel a full-length handle so you can really put it to use. They’ve also included a traditional D-type handle grip for additional control.
