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Propper Celebrates 50 Years

January 13th, 2017

St. Charles, MO — Military and tactical gear and apparel company Propper International turns 50 this year. To honor the company’s strong history and its commitment to build upon that heritage, Propper is celebrating all year long with promotions and special events throughout 2017, starting with the launch of a redesigned website (propper.com), an iconic 50th Anniversary logoed badge and a brand new corporate video chronicling the company’s heritage and vision for the future.


Started in 1967 by William S. Propper, the company’s first contract was making the iconic white Dixie Cup hats for the US Navy. Over the next five decades, Propper grew to become the largest supplier of military BDUs and ACUs. Some of Propper’s many achievements over the years include:

• Over 120 million garments produced for the US military
• Over 30 million military personnel have worn Propper garments
• Over 8.1 million tops (combat shirts, ACU coats, jackets) to the US military
• Over 11.8 million trousers to the US military since 2001
• Over 1.5 million gloves to the US military since 1999
• Nearly 1 million ABUs and RABUs to the US Air Force
• Over 1.4 million coveralls to US military since 1998
• Over 260,000 Marine Corp ILBE Systems since 2003
• Over 260,000 USMC 3S 3-season sleep systems since 2009
• Over 1.2 million MOLLE bags, pouches, and accessories
• Over 1 million Gore-Tex units for Air Force, Army, Marine Corp, and Coast Guard since 2004
• Over 2 million FR sets (starting with the Marine Corp Frog combat shirt) since 2007
• Over 1 million MCCUU sets to the US military since 2004
• Over 500,000 ACUs to the US military since 2005

Building on its success as a military supplier, Propper added a commercial division in 1991 and today has a strong presence in the law enforcement and civilian tactical industries with offerings that include men’s and women’s tactical pants and shirts, jackets, boots, everyday carry bags, backpacks and a full selection of NIJ-rated concealed and tactical body armor, including the innovative 4PV 4-panel vest line.

To see the newly redesigned website and the complete line of products, visit propper.com/50th.

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Sneak Peek – Q Launches Website

January 13th, 2017

This coming Monday, <www.liveqordie.com/b> goes live, along with a catalog.

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Coming Soon From Magpul – DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouches and iPhone 7 Field Cases

January 13th, 2017

DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouches

The Magpul DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouches, constructed the same as our original DAKA pouches, the newest models are optimized for storage of firearm sound suppressors and their accessories. Rugged and easy to clean, they are ideal for storage or transport of your suppressor along with your NFA paperwork. Available in three sizes to accommodate rimfire through 7.62 rifle cans.

DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouch, Small

DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouch, Medium


DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouch, Large


Field Case for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

The Magpul Field Case for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are a semi-rigid cover designed to provide basic protection in the field. Using a new synthetic material, the Field Case features PMAG®-style ribs for added grip, snap-on design for easy installation and removal, and slides easily in and out of pockets without snagging.

iPhone 7


iPhone 7 Plus


www.magpul.com

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Arc’teryx LEAF – ‘Less Is Better’ With New Assault Packs

January 13th, 2017

Arc’teryx LEAF released their Assault Packs as part of the 2017 line.

Essentially, they are updates to the Khard line with minor improvements. These improvements include the name. No one really knew what a “Khard” was when it was first released, but everyone understands what the new naming convention denotes; “Assault Pack” is pretty straight forward.

Like I mentioned, the changes are minor.

The padded shoulder straps and removable waist belt are now common between both the 30 and 45 liter sizes. The suspension is also more PPE friendly.

They’ve also eliminated the zippered pocket inside the pack’s lid due to redundancy, while the zippered pocket on the outside of the lid is no longer as deep, so you won’t lose track of your gear. It also now has a flap. The plus side of this is that it is more water resistant, but I’ve noticed I find myself regularly checking to ensure I’ve zipped it closed, since I can’t just glance at the zipper.

Interestingly, the Khard 60 will remain as-is in both name and configuration, as a specialist item.

The Assault Pack is available in 30 and 45 liter sizes in Crocodile, Wolf Grey, MultiCam and now Black.

See the whole line of LEAF load carriage, including the DryBag series at leaf.arcteryx.com.

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SureFire To Launch All-New XC2 Weaponlight At 2017 SHOT Show

January 13th, 2017

Fountain Valley, CA — SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, will be launching its brand-new XC2 at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The XC2 is the next evolution of SureFire’s game changing, ultra-compact pistol lights and builds upon the success of its predecessor, the XC1. It features the same impressive 200-lumen output as the XC1, but also has a 635nm highly visible red-laser. The addition of this laser in conjunction with its 200-lumen white light, makes the XC2 the ultimate compact accessory for concealed-carry. The XC2’s momentary and constant-on switches also feature improved ergonomics, further improving the weaponlight’s overall performance.

Now those who carry concealed not only have the capability to positively identify threats, but also improved low-light target acquisition and the ability to fire from non-standard shooting positions.

To see the XC2, and other brand-new products by SureFire, stop by the SureFire booth (#13968), located on the second level of the main hall of the Sands Expo Center during the 2017 NSSF SHOT Show, January 17 – 20.

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See The Latest From S&S Precision At SHOT Show

January 13th, 2017

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Murdock Jacquard Webbing

January 13th, 2017

Here’s a little background on Murdock Webbing and their Jacquard weave.

www.murdockwebbing.com

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The Revised 4473 Is Coming

January 13th, 2017

4473

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In a few days time, January 16th to be exact, the latest iteration of the form 4473, also known as the Firearms Transaction Record, goes live. The full list of additions and alterations can be read at the link below, but here’s some of the standout changes, with most of them occurring in Section A, the buyer’s section:

  • Question 1 notes that in instances where the buyer has an initial as part of their legal name, “IO” needs to be included next to said initial.
  • Question 6 – ‘Gender’ is changed to ‘Sex’.
  • 10.b notes that both 10.a ‘Ethnicity’ and 10.b ‘Race’ need to be answered.
  • 11.e notes that marijuana is still unlawful under Federal law regardless of whether it is legal in the state where the buyer resides.
  • 18.b is listed as ‘Supplemental Government Issued Documentation’, while its equivalent on the current 4473 20.b is listed as ‘Alternate Documentation’.

    • All in all, the changes are relatively minor; a bit of clarification here, some streamlining there, etc. Look forward to seeing this form pop up at your local FFL starting the 16th.

    www.atf.gov/firearms/atf-form-4473-firearms-transaction-record-revisions

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