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January 13th, 2017Propper Celebrates 50 Years
January 13th, 2017St. 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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Coming Soon From Magpul – DAKA Suppressor Storage Pouches and iPhone 7 Field Cases
January 13th, 2017
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.
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.
Arc’teryx LEAF – ‘Less Is Better’ With New Assault Packs
January 13th, 2017Arc’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.
SureFire To Launch All-New XC2 Weaponlight At 2017 SHOT Show
January 13th, 2017Fountain 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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