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August 23rd, 2016Magpul Releases Receiver Extensions and Buffer Components
August 23rd, 2016Back during SHApat Show we have you a little sneak peek at the Magpul Receiver Extension. Well, now they’re available along with complimentary buffer components and better yet, they are offered for both the AR-15 and SR-25 platforms.
Not your average receiver extensions. Constructed of impact extruded 7075-T6 aluminum with Type III, Class 2 hard coat anodizing for an extremely hard, abrasion resistant surface. The interior of the receiver extension features Everlube® coating for enhanced corrosion resistance and reduced friction. Available in a 7-position AR15/M4 profile as well as a 10-position SR25/A5 profile optimized to fit with the full line of Magpul Mil-Spec carbine stocks.
In addition to the new Magpul Receiver Extensions, you can satisfy all of your stock needs.
Stock components available are:
·Stainless Steel AR15/M4 Carbine Buffer Spring
·Stainless Steel AR15/M16 Rifle Buffer Spring
·AR15/M4 H Carbine Buffer
·AR15/M4 H2 Carbine Buffer
·AR15/M4 H3 Carbine Buffer
·Heat-Treated Castle Nut
·Receiver End Plate
·ASAP
·ASAP-QD
Get them at www.magpul.com/stockcompletion.
ITS Tactical – ITS Kevlar Escape Laces
August 23rd, 2016
ITS’ Kevlar Escape Laces are, according to the company, the first 100% Kevlar footwear laces on the market designed for escaping illegal restraint. They are made of 100% Kevlar, with 360 lbs. of tensile strength, and due to their material composition are fire and chemical resistant. Naturally, the laces are designed to be used in a saw-like fashion to cut through restraints such as zip ties, although their durability also makes them excellent as laces for anyone in professions involving flames and sparks, such as firefighters, welders, and construction workers; they can also be used as a bow drill fire starter line that won’t melt due to the friction.
The ITS Kevlar Escape Laces are available in 54″, 60″, and 72″ sizes, and are made in the USA.
store.itstactical.com/its-kevlar-escape-laces
Stuff I Like – Petzl e+LITE
August 23rd, 2016
Petzl’s e+LITE is a very simple headlamp. It’s both inexpensive and compact with a built-in, retractable cable which is used as a headstrap. It’s also extremely lightweight at just 27 grams. It features a convenient rotary switch which is easy to manipulate and can swap between white and red lights. Becuase of the size and weight I keep one in my range kit, one in my backpack and one in my travel pack. Even better, the light uses a CR2032 battery which will store up to 10 years.
Details:
-Ultracompact, ultra-light (less than 5 cm long and only 27 g) emergency headlamp to always have with you
-Always ready to use, can be stored with batteries (lithium CR 2032) for 10 years
-Bright white lighting (26 lumens up to 29 meters) allows you to move around easily in the dark
-For emergency situations, the red LED allows you to be seen from a distance (300 meters for 30 hours)
-Locking on/off switch designed to prevent accidental operation
-Resists extreme temperatures: -30° C to +60° C
-Waterproof to -1 meter for 30 minutes (IP 67)
It’s for sale all over then place so poke around for the best price.
www.petzl.com/US/EN/Sport/CLASSIC-headlamps/ePLUSLITE
PRVKE 21 Everyday Carry Bag On Kickstarter
August 23rd, 2016
WANDRD’s PRVKE 21 is a EDC and camera bag. It has a variable storage capacity of 21 to 25 liters thanks to its roll top design, and has a variety of additional features, including:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/wandrd/prvke-21-the-best-bag-for-everyday-carry-and-camer
Combat Flip Flops Introduces 15″ Version of Waved Cotton Canvas Bag
August 23rd, 2016CFF has taken their reproduction of the famous M7 bandoleer for the M18A1 Claymore mine and made it bigger.
Features:
-MADE IN THE USA
-Waxed Canvas
-2 point weapons sling confidently carries the load while providing rapid deployment of business tools
-Versatile hook attachment system in outer pockets for infinite gear configuration
-Main pocket carries up to a 15″ Macbook and outfitted with MOLLE webbing to hold accessory iPad, Surface, Kindle -cases
-This bag has minimal padding, so don’t intend to toss this thing around with your uber-laptop inside.
-Elastic daisy-chain in front pockets holds pocket knives, pens, lighters and other quick access items
-5.56 mag/cell phone holder and sun glass case come standard
-3 point flap access: button, hook and look, and Fighter Design covert magnetic closures (optional)
-Main pocket dimensions are 14.5″ x 10″ x 2″
-Front pockets are 7.25″ x 10″ x 2″
Available in Tan and Black.
www.combatflipflops.com/products/the-claymore-waxed-canvas-15-inch
MARSOC to Receive New Breast Insignia
August 23rd, 2016
By OUSMCC, Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command
MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina —
Marines serving in the military occupational specialties of critical skills operators (0372) and special operations officers (0370), are now authorized to wear the newly created breast insignia.
This change will be reflected in updates to Marine Corps Orders 1200.17E and P1020.34G.
The new uniform item, now referred to as “Marine Special Operator Insignia,” will be awarded to Marines at the completion of the Individual Training Course (ITC). ITC is an extensive five-phase training program that prepares selected Marines for global special operations duties, roles and responsibilities, for 196 days before heading to more specialized curriculums. In total, these Marines complete no less than 268 days of training before joining the operating forces.
“The individual MARSOC operator must be trained and educated to think critically and function in an increasingly complex operating environment — to understand and interact in dynamic, dangerous and politically-sensitive battlefields,” said Maj. Gen. Carl E. Mundy III, commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command. “Our rigorous training pipeline ensures that a newly minted critical skills operator has developed the skills required for full spectrum special operations. This badge serves as a visual certification that they have trained and prepared to accept their new responsibilities.”
The center of the 2” x 2.75” insignia consists of the bald eagle, representing the United States, with outstretched wings to symbolize the global reach of the U.S. Marine Corps. A dagger clutched by the eagle reflects the emblem of Marine Raider Battalions and the Marine Special Operations School. The Southern Cross constellation superimposed on the dagger represents the historic achievements of the Marines serving during the Pacific campaign of WWII, specifically those actions on Guadalcanal. The Southern Cross remains a part of the legacy of modern-day Marine Corps Raider units.
“It’s a representation of the pride and legacy that dates back to the Marine Raiders of World War II. This badge will distinguish a SOF-qualified Marine, just as the combat crew wings distinguish an aviation crew chief or the jump wings and dive bubble distinguish a Recon Marine,” said a critical skills operator.
The Latin phrase “Spiritus Invictus” is inscribed on the scroll above the eagle’s head, translating to, “Unconquerable Spirit.” Marines must demonstrate that spirit during their arduous curriculum in order to attain the MOS and be awarded the Marine Special Operator Insignia.
The device the Marine Corps actually chose is quite a bit different than the variant seen below which was developed by some CSOs a couple of years ago.
Breach Bang Clear Talks Citizenship Through Service, The Starship Troopers Way
August 23rd, 2016Right up front I’ll tell you I love Heinlein. I haven’t read everything he wrote but I’ve done my fair share. ‘Starship Troopers’ is by far my favorite and I’ve read it over and over. At first reading, it was an amazing book for a young man and still holds up the older I get. One of the concepts set forth in the book is the idea that after a rather destructive world war, the Veterans set about putting society back together and decided that in order to vote, you’d have to have had some skin in the game. The idea is central to the book so naturally it made it into the movie by the same name. Unfortunately, the movie and its sequels, didn’t quite live up to the mentality, or the tech, of the book.
Okay, the movie is a fun romp, but only a Philistine prefers the movie over the book. At any rate, go check out the argument for, or is it against? earning the franchise through federal service.
www.breachbangclear.com/starship-troopers-21st-century-veteran
