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Salomon Forces – New Colorways For 2017

December 19th, 2016

Speed Assault now offered in Black; Jungle Ultra to be offered in Beluga color

New for 2017, Salomon will add two new color options to popular shoe models in its Forces range, designed to address the professional requirements of core safety, law enforcement and military forces. Fans of Salomon’s Speed Assault and Jungle Ultra models will now have more options to choose from.

The Speed Assault will now be available in an all-black option, joining the already available burro (brown) offering. This super light (just 11.29 oz.), protective, and fiercely gripped shoe is ready for any warm weather or wet operation. From desert deployment to jungle training camps, it will help you maintain speed for better attacks. The Speed Assault also features non-reflective materials to make it more stealth-like, as well as breathable anti-debris mesh, a protective welded toe cap and an injected EVA midsole. The high-traction Contagrip sole helps maintain balance in varying weather conditions.

The durable, protective and breathable Jungle Ultra utility boot will now be available in a new Beluga (grey-green) color addition in 2017. The previously available brown color will also remain in the lineup. For those who require a reliable and durable heavy-duty solution for demanding and active work, the Jungle Ultra is designed to withstand the punishing conditions of warm, dry environments like the desert or even wet jungle conditions. It has an eight-inch suede leather upper for durability and protection. Plus, it features a high-traction Contagrip sole, a protective rubber toe cap, molded EVA, a breathable collar and breathable yet durable mesh tongue. The Beluga color option of the Jungle Ultra boot will be available in early January 2017.

During SHOT Show, the 2017 Salomon Forces line will be in display in ZENO #4803 Level 4 of the Sands Expo.

www.salomon.com/us/forces

Strike Force Energy Supports Blue Lives Matter

December 19th, 2016

Strike Force Energy’s President Sean Matson was on Fox and Friends last week sharing their story about supporting Law Enforcement officers.

Strike Force Energy has partnered with Blue Lives Matter in an effort to provide support for law enforcement officers and their families across America. Strike Force Energy will donate 10% of gross sales to Blue Lives Matter as a tribute to our nation’s finest.

“America’s law enforcement officers protect our way of life, without them and their supportive families, we could not enjoy the safety we do. As Military Veterans, it is our responsibility to support them in any way we can”
-Sean Matson, Co-Founder Strike Force Energy

Your purchase will contribute to the Blue Live Matter’s program that will provide an immediate check for $10,000 to any family of any officer who may tragically die in the line of duty.

“Blue Lives Matter is honored to be working with Strike Force Energy, a veteran owned company that knows the importance of supporting American heroes. With their help and their premium products, we can do something great for the law enforcement community.”
-Blue Lives Matter

If you are law enforcement or a family of law enforcement, we encourage you to sign up for the Blue Lives Matter community effort.

Please visit the Strike Force Energy website to purchase your product and use the promo code:
BlueMatters20

It’s No Longer A Rumor – S&W M2.0 Is Confirmed

December 19th, 2016

Back in August, Soldier Systems Daily broke the story on a trademark filing from Smith & Wesson hinting towards a brand-new version of the S&W M&P pistol line dubbed ‘M2.0’, that we filed under rumor mill.

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Well, it’s a rumor no longer because The Firearm Blog found, just recently, Academy Sports had a listing for the new M2.0 pistol line on their website, including this product description:

The Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 9mm Semiautomatic Pistol features an M&P M2.0 trigger and includes both a control-enhancing grip texture and 4 interchangeable palm swell grip inserts. This striker-fired pistol also includes a corrosion-resistant Armornite finish and boasts a steel-white dot front sight and steel-white 2-dot rear sight.

Features and Benefits

  • Semiautomatic, striker-fired action with a 17-round capacity
  • Corrosion-resistant Armornite finish
  • Aggressive grip texture
  • 4 interchangeable palm swell grip inserts
  • M&P M2.0 trigger
  • Steel-white dot front sight and steel-white 2-dot rear sight
  • Important Product and Safety Information
  • We recommend the use of protective eyewear whenever using or near the use of this item.

    What’s in the Box:
    Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 9mm Semiautomatic Pistol

    The pistol itself looks ‘sharper’ and ‘more aggressive’ to our eyes when compared to the original M&P pistols, if that makes any sense; Admin described it as “less Glock, more SIG”. No mention of the full-length guide rails our original source hinted at, but the new trigger is confirmed, and the inclusion of new grip texture and palm swell grips is a plus. It also features the new ‘M2.0’ logo in a fairly low-key position, rearward on the side of the pistol’s slide.

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    Considering you can’t find the listing on Academy Sports’ website any longer, it’s likely this was an unintentional leak, which makes sense considering SHOT Show is a scant month away. Expect to see more info on the new M2.0 line when SHOT Show 2017 rolls around.

    www.smith-wesson.com

    You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

    December 19th, 2016

    International Spy Museum – Secret Ops Of The CIA Calendar

    December 18th, 2016

    This is something I never thought I’d see available for open purchase.

    The International Spy Museum is offering the 2017 SECRET OPS OF THE CIA Calendar which features art created to depict declassified operations.

    www.spymuseumstore.org/cia-2017-calendar

    Cub Cubs – Little Critter Hoodie

    December 18th, 2016

    When I saw this photo, all I could think of was Max and the Wild Rumpus from “Where The Wild Things Are”. Now, thanks to Cub Cubs, your child can get in on the action as well.

    Made in the USA from Polartec, the zipper front Little Critter Hoodie features cute little ears on the hood and a Velcro patch on the left sleeve for morale patches, as well as two handwarmer pockets at the front.

    Offered in Obsidian Zinnia Pink, Black, or Wolf Gray, kids sizes Small – XLarge.

    cubcubs.com/products/little-critter-hoodie

    History Channel – The Selection: Special Operations Experiment

    December 18th, 2016

    History Channel has introduced a new series called, “The Selection: Special Operations Experiment” which stars my friend Tyler Grey. So far, I’ve watched the first episode but they have already aired the second.

    The eight episode, unscripted series follows those with no military background as they are coached by SOF Veterans who put them through event after event which are modeled on those used for SOF assessment and selection programs.

    www.history.com/shows/the-selection-special-operations-experiment

    SSD Saturday Night At The Movies Presents “Go Tell The Spartans”

    December 18th, 2016

    This movie should need no introduction for fans of Vietnam-genre war movies. Starring Burt Lancaster, “Go Tell The Spartans” is based on former war correspondent Daniel Ford’s novel “Incident at Muc Wa” about a Special Forces Detachment in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.