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Please Support The Abel Loredos Medical Fund

September 16th, 2016

It’s not often that I make a personal appeal but a tragedy befell the family of one of my friends last weekend and they need our help.

Abel is the victim of a senseless hit-and-run road rage attack which resulted in the amputation of his foot. Fortunately, the attacker is in custody. While we all can take solace in the great work of the Washington State Patrol and Tacoma Police Department for getting this creep off the street, it isn’t going to heal Abel or take care of his bills. Those, are up to him and us.

I have known Abel for many years. He is a Marine Corps Veteran and a former employee of Tactical Tailor. He currently works at Anytime Fitness in Tacoma, WA. If none of that makes a connection, he is also the son of GW Ayers, Vice President of Grey Ghost and GW is one of the most straight up, honest guys in this industry who raised Abel from a tyke to be the man he is today. I look at GW as a brother from another mother. We both served on the IGB (that’s Inter-German Border for those of you who didn’t have the honor of serving in the Cold War) and I am constantly amazed at GW’s demeanor. He still conducts himself like a Platoon Sergeant; praise when it’s warranted and a kick in the ass, when it’s not. Fortunately, Abel is a chip off the old block. He’s going to lick this and that’s why we need to help him out.

One of Abel’s co-workers has created a GoFundMe Page and we encourage everyone to help out if you can. Our family contributed and we hope you will too.

Thanks,

Eric Graves

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Patrol Radio Pouch

September 16th, 2016

This week’s focus is a pretty straight forward design. The Patrol Radio Pouch was designed around the MT and XTS family of Motorola radios, but will accommodate most public safety styled radios, with or without shoulder mic attachment. It’s offered with 6/9 or 6/12 attachment systems in Ranger Green, MultiCam, Coyote and Black.

FS would also like to kick off an End of Summer promo. Spend $100 or more on first-spear.com and get a free FS skull t-shirt.

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Mean Gene Leather – Hot Tamale

September 16th, 2016

The MGL “Hot Tamale” Less-Lethal Coin Purse. Simplicity in action.

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LIPSEY’S AND VICKERS TACTICAL DELIVER THE TRIFECTA OF EXCLUSIVE GLOCK PISTOLS

September 15th, 2016

Baton Rouge, La.—Lipsey’s, a nationally renowned firearms distributor, and combat veteran Larry Vickers, the face of the tactical firearms industry, have launched the third iteration of the popular “Vicker’s GLOCK.”

Beginning immediately, Lipsey’s is selling LAV serialized RTF2 framed GLOCK 17 and GLOCK 19 pistols in classic black. They come equipped with Wilson Combat sights, which now include an all new gold bead front. In addition, Larry Vickers again taps Tango Down to produce the extended mag release, slide catch, magazine base plates, grip plug with integral disassembly tool and allen wrench for rear sight adjustment.

This new Vickers Tactical Lipsey’s Exclusive GLOCK bolsters the tactical color triangle that also includes grey and flat dark earth with some added extras. Larry Vickers had this to say about this latest venture, “The most requested color for the Vickers GLOCKs from Lipsey’s is black by a wide margin. After careful consideration, we decided to mount a gold bead front sight with an otherwise black pistol. The combination is striking to say the least.”

This third rendition of Lipsey’s Exclusive Vickers GLOCKs continues to be the distributor’s centerpiece of tactical offerings. Vice President and Product Development Manager Jason Cloessner was as eager to add classic black to the fold. “The LAV GLOCK series is one of our most requested products. Adding classic black to the lineup greatly enhanced the tactical color options that the Vickers GLOCK community was more than ready to support.”

Located in Baton Rouge, Lipsey’s was originally formed as a wholesale hunting and fishing distributor in 1953. Today, the company leads the firearms industry in the collaboration and distribution of exclusive firearms. An authority in NFA regulations, Lipsey’s also offers a robust line of silencers, short barrel rifles and accessories. With a committed focus on relationships, Lipsey’s provides value and innovation to federally licensed dealers and the industry’s top manufacturers.

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Inkfidel – Zonk Track Club

September 15th, 2016

Friend Tom Fuller sports a Zonk Track Club T from Inkfidel. They also offer a Hoodie.

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Getac Exhibits Line Of Rugged And Ultra-Rugged Laptops And Tablets At Annual Modern Day Marine Expo

September 15th, 2016

Professional MMA Fighter (UFC) Ashlee Evans-Smith to Sign Autographs at Getac Booth

QUANTICO, VA.—September 13, 2016 – (Booth 3430) – Getac will exhibit its complete line of fully rugged and ultra-rugged notebook computers, tablets and convertibles at the annual Modern Day Marine expo to be held at the Quantico Marine Corps Base in Quantico, VA. from September 27-29, 2016. Military-certified to withstand extreme temperatures, dust, intense rain and drops, the next generation Getac B300 ultra-rugged notebook, V110 fully rugged convertible and F110 tablet represent Getac’s most rugged – and most popular—mobile computing solutions in their respective classes.

In addition to having its line of rugged and ultra-rugged computing solutions on display during Modern Day Marine, professional MMA fighter (UFC) Ashlee Evans-Smith will bring her own brand of rugged to Getac’s booth on Wednesday, September 28 where she will sign autographs and take photos with attendees. A member of the women’s Bantamweight division, Ashlee is currently ranked 13th in the world and achieved her third TKO on September 3rd in Hamburg, Germany.

The Getac B300 ultra-rugged notebook delivers maximum performance and comprehensive security for the most extreme, mission-critical environments. Ideal for military personnel, law enforcement and field technicians, the B300 is Getac’s most rugged laptop, backed by the industry’s best five-year, bumper-to-bumper warranty.

The Getac V110 fully rugged convertible notebook and F110 tablet are perfect mobile computing solutions for military as well as public safety, utilities and field service professionals. Both are redesigned to deliver bulletproof security, best-in-class performance and a full-size touch screen housed in a thin and light form factor. Couple that with a fully rugged design that survives drops, intense rain, heat, cold and dust, and you have the perfect compact touch tablet for pros working in tight spaces and an ideal convertible for others who sometimes need a full-size keyboard.

Visit Getac in booth #3430 during the Modern Day Marine Expo.

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Trijicon / IR Defense – IR Patrol XR

September 15th, 2016

This is video of the IR Patrol XR from IR Defense, a Long-Range Thermal Spotter. Vic DiCosola, head of TNVC related to me that next to a cooled array system, this new XR is the best thermal spotter they’ve used to date. Vic said, “With its front focus lens and the BAE 12um core, the contrast and resolution is stunning!”

TNVC and their sister company NightGoggles (NGI) made this Hi Def hunt video showing just how well the system performs.

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Capewell Aerial Systems’ new Double-Lok Rescue Hook doubles both safety and visibility

September 15th, 2016

Meadows of Dan, VA—September 12, 2016 Capewell Aerial Systems (CAS), a world leader in aviation safety products and a top-tier manufacturer of helicopter rescue hooks has introduced a fail-safe locking rescue hook. The Double-Lok Hook is designed to prevent accidental opening which can lead to “rollouts” resulting in load loss. In addition, CAS’ Double-Lok hook is available in Hi-Viz yellow to increase visibility in all weather conditions and under water.

The Double-Lok feature is engineered for ease of use. The two lock safety gate is intuitive and can be operated easily with one hand even with gloves on. The hook body is forged from 17.4 PH, heat-treated stainless steel and is rated with a working load of 3,000 pounds. The Double-Lok hook is available in either a satin stainless steel finish or a powder-coated high-visibility yellow finish with contrasting orange lock release. In tests, the new neon paint scheme was greatly preferred by search & rescue professionals who often operate in high stress conditions where spatial and situational awareness is critical.

Capewell Business Line Manager, Butch Flythe, himself a retired USCG Master Chief Petty Officer and rescue swimmer states, “Capewell has always made the best rescue hooks, and the new Double-Lok Hook puts us even farther ahead. It’s a step up by having more options and increased visibility.” Feedback on the new Hi-Viz paint scheme has been so positive that CAS has decided to make it available for their entire line of hooks including the “Slide-Lok” and “Auto-Lok” models. Capewell Aerial Systems is now accepting orders for the new Double-Lok hook and will begin shipping to customers during the fourth quarter of 2016.

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