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Oxcart Update – Introducing The V2CS

October 25th, 2016

We recently wrote about Oxcart’s V2 Jeans. Apparently, they’ve sold well. So well, that sizes 32 and 34 are currently sold out.

Oxcart just sent us an update that they are introducing a new version of the V2’s that they’re calling V2cs (CS stands for color spectrum). It’s a finished garment that has been given a reactive dye bath which includes a silicone / enzyme treatment to give the pants a softer hand feel. The reactive dye baths also allow them to offer any color. The first color available will be Wolf Grey, but on a different quality stretch denim made by Cone Mills than the V2s. The V2CS are available in sizes 30, 36, 38, and 40.

Additionally, Oxcart gave us a sneak peek of something they’re working on. A SOF customer asked them to make a pair of V2s with a special pocket for a Phokus lowvis blowout kit. They ended up making two; one for him and one for a teammate.

This is a short text note from the tester (in Grey) to Oxcart (in Blue) about his experience.

www.oxcart.us/tactical

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Posted in Clothing, Grey Man | 39 Comments »

DEP USA Shipping Enhanced AN/PVS-14 Housings Including New Hyper MUM

October 25th, 2016

Recently, DEP USA ran a multi-part series on their new replacement AN/PVS-14 monocular housings, the Hyper14™ /Vyper14™ in 7075 aluminum and polymer respectively. Now, there is an addition, the Hyper MUM™ and DEP is shipping all of the chassis variants this month, to include the new Hyper MUM™.

In addition to the aluminum exoskeletons, the patented internal dampening sleeve mitigates recoil on some of the most abusive bullet dispensers and drop shock from slippery fingered users. The re-designed surfaces allow for significant increases in modularity, scalability and overall ruggedization to include submersion beyond typical EO devices.

The base chassis system can be purchased via DEP distribution along with the other accessories, such as interface shoes, objective lens upgrade kit (shown in titanium/polymer) and other enhancements. The Hyper MUM™ chassis now allows open source modularity (outside of the manufacturer) for various evolutions buy industry and users, a concept pervasive in the industry but largely excluding EO.

All the legacy MUM components are still compatible (minus included upgrade screws), such as the battery compartment, optics and issue support accessories. If you have a legacy MUM and want upgrades or the options of PVS-14 style capabilities such as a USGI 3X magnifier, dual bridge use, or general ruggedization the Hyper MUM™ options supports these capabilities significantly.

Several chassis improvements over the legacy plastic component include full/uninterrupted internal threads, custom image tube fit, shock dampening, tighter overall tolerances, custom fit sealing gasket, and fully heli-coiled interface junctures.

Hyper MUM™ chassis increases the legacy plastic device weight some 27g, about the half the weight of a NATO 5.56 round.

The beta chassis seen here took over 100 blows with a roofing hammer in an (unsuccessful) attempt to sheer the weapon shoe. It was also shot with a .22LR standard load at 10’ to no effect. The chassis protects and supports the costly image tube, and this is what it does well.

The Hyper MUM™ allows use of the PVS-14 style after-market collar style weapons mounts, and other open source interface products.

Email DEP USA for information on distributors.

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Operation Urgent Fury

October 25th, 2016

On the morning of October 25th, 1983 America awoke to reports that our troops had invaded a small Caribbean nation named Grenada in order to liberate American medical students from danger posed by political instability. Joined by Regional Security System troops from a variety of Caribbean partner nations they swiftly overwhelmed the Grenadian and Cuban troops. While Operation Urgent Fury was in name, a joint force operation, and included the use of Special Operations Forces, it highlighted many interoperability issues such as use of joint operational overlays and communications issues.

Several stove pipe issues suffered by the pre-Goldwater-Nichols military were identified during this operation. Additionally, Urgent Fury was conducted with many systems still in use which dated from the Viet Nam war. Our next time at bat, in Panama, saw several new weapons developed during the Reagan buildup such as the F117 stealth fighter and the Marine Corps LAV. Grenada was a great learning experience for the US military as it highlighted issues with joint service operations, particularly in the comms arena as well as interoperability between Special Operations and General Purpose forces. For example, SOF also took a much more prominent role in operation Blue Spoon during the Panama invasion. We’ve come even further in the past three decades.

Finally, as with any conflict, lives were lost. Let us not forget the 19 Americans killed in action and the 116 who were wounded. Unfortunately, there were also 24 Grenadian civilians also killed in the conflict.

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Bawidamann Launches New Website

October 25th, 2016

They just soft launched the New Bawidamann.com. You will find the new site to be more “user friendly”, with more inventory, an upgraded shopping cart, and best of all they can finally accept debit/credit cards in addition to PayPal.

They are still loading it so you might find a few unfinished areas, but it is up and running. Check it out!

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18,000 Posts

October 25th, 2016

It kind of got away from us, but we have now posted more than 18,000 live stories. That’s pretty cool considering that just two years ago this month we hit the 12,000 mark.

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International Textile Group Acquired By Platinum Equity

October 24th, 2016

We just received this very exciting announcement from International Textile Group. For those of you unfamiliar with the name, ITG’s businesses include: Burlington, Cone Denim, Safety Components and Carlisle Finishing. The company employs approximately 4,800 people worldwide with operations in the United States, Mexico and China. Of you wear our nation’s uniform, you know ITG.

October 24, 2016, Greensboro, NC – International Textile Group, Inc. (ITG or the Company) announced today that it has been acquired by Platinum Equity through a completed merger with an affiliate of Platinum Equity. In the merger transaction, a newly formed Platinum Equity affiliate merged with and into ITG, with ITG continuing as the surviving corporation and as a privately-held Platinum Equity portfolio company. ITG’s common stock has ceased to be publicly traded, and former ITG stockholders will receive information from Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, the paying agent in the merger, on how to receive the cash consideration for their shares of ITG common stock, in the near future.

In order to complete the merger transaction, Platinum Equity acquired all of the debt and equity securities of the Company previously owned by entities managed by WL Ross & Co. LLC and its affiliates.

The merger transaction and related agreements were entered into following the approval of ITG’s Board of Directors, based upon the recommendation of an independent special committee, along with its independent legal and financial advisors, which negotiated the terms and conditions thereof.

Kenneth T. Kunberger, President & CEO of International Textile Group, continues in his role under the new ownership. “This is an exciting time for ITG,” said Kunberger. “We believe Platinum Equity and ITG’s goals and strategies are well aligned and provide a strong foundation on which to further leverage ITG’s performance innovations and brand heritage across our global markets. We look forward to many opportunities ahead.”

Additional information regarding the merger and related transactions will be contained in the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K relating thereto, expected to be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof.

Tags: International Textile Group, Platinum Equity
Posted in Industry, Materials, Press Release | 1 Comment »

Kitanica All Season Pants To Be Featured In Jumanji

October 24th, 2016

In some set photos up the upcoming blockbuster remake of Jumanji starring the Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Mr. The Rock, was seen rocking a pair of Kitanica’s All Season Pants.

Oh yeah, it also looks like there’s a 710M Pinzgauer in Jumanji.

www.kitanica.net/all-season-pants-p/018

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Posted in Clothing | 26 Comments »

Shooting For The Troops – Charity 3-Gun Match

October 24th, 2016

Shooting for the Troops is a charitable organization connecting Veterans and First Responder Non-Profits (and the warriors they support) to the outdoor industry, shooting sports organizations, and citizen supporters, through world-class competitive shooting sports events.

Their mission is to foster and develop relationships between the outdoor industry and shooting sports organizations to host world-class events raising funds in support of charities and organizations dedicated to our nation’s veterans and first responders. Shooting for the Troops seeks to raise awareness of select non-profit organizations, promote shooting sports, and introduce new shooters to shooting sports in a safe, fun, and friendly environment through these scheduled competitions.

This Veteran’s Day weekend 2016, they would like to invite you to take part in their Shooting for the Troops’ 3-Gun Match which will be held at:

CGG Range & Training Complex
5068 Hwy 64 East
Franklinville, NC 27248

There will be a vendor display on the range both on Friday and Saturday, November 11th and 12th. Friday’s match will be military-only, and then on Saturday there will be a highly competitive 3-gun match.
All proceeds this year will be donated to Task Force Dagger. The Task Force Dagger Foundation (TFD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity that supports the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). TFD works hard to fill the existing gaps in coverage and to serve where needed by providing assistance to wounded, ill, or injured US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) members and their families. They respond to urgent needs, conduct Recreational Adaptive Therapy Events, and provide next-generation health solutions for issues facing our service members and are a rallying point in combatting Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), and environmental exposures. TFD’s cohesive programs enable families to seize the moment and live life.

Links to sign up:

Friday:

squadsignup.com/benefit/TaskForceDaggerRegistration.php?MatchId=1

Saturday:

squadsignup.com/benefit/TaskForceDaggerRegistration.php?MatchId=2

You can also sign up through the Shooting For The Troops website: shootingforthetroops.com/events

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