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Furoshiki Sole Concept from Vibram

June 19th, 2015

The Concept: Furoshiki in the Japanese culture, refers to the tradition of wrapping, holding and carrying various objects with cloth. Vibram has created the first wrapping sole.

Multi Size: Due to the anatomic shape of the sole and the stretch upper material, Furoshiki will comfortably fit all foot types.

Easy On: The wrapping Vibram sole with stretch fabric upper material, and a unique closing system will ensure a fast, secure fit.

Multi Use: With a top quality Vibram outsole – Furoshiki will guarantee comfort in any environment. Whether walking in the city, through an airport, or relaxing by the beach, Furoshiki will comfortably wrap around your feet.

Color: Black

www.vibram.com

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Applied Ballistics Announces New Kit With Bushnell And Kestrel

June 19th, 2015

Late this summer, Bushnell will release a kit through their entire distribution channel which will include a NEW version of the Kestrel 4500 Sportsman Ballistics Weather Meter with their new Bushnell Elite 1 Mile CONX Laser Rangefinder. These two products will work together seamlessly — each target range data set will be transmitted to the paired Kestrel for calculation of an updated firing solution using the full capabilities of the Kestrel Sportsman. The firing solution will be displayed on the Kestrel screen as well as inside the rangefinder. For maximum smart device compatibility, range, battery life and reliability of connection, both the Kestrel Sportsman and the Bushnell Elite 1 Mile CONX will employ Bluetooth® Smart hardware (also known as Bluetooth Low Energy) for connectivity. As a result, current Bluetooth versions of the Kestrel Sportsman, Kestrel with Applied Ballistics and Kestrel with Horus Ballistics models will NOT be compatible with the new Bushnell CONX Rangefinder because they employ Bluetooth Classic.

As Kestrel continues to expand the connection capabilities of their ballistics weather meters, they plan to release future ballistics weather meters that employ the Bluetooth Smart standard and are compatible with CONX and other Bluetooth Smart devices. No firm release date for these products has been set. Note that the Bluetooth Smart models will otherwise offer the same ballistics capabilities and solver engines as the Bluetooth Classic models.

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Proctor Muzzle Device

June 19th, 2015

Designed for use in applications ranging from 3 gun to CQB, the Proctor Muzzle Decide offers similar muzzle flash reduction to the A2 flash hider. But that’s not all it does. Frank also built it to optimize recoil control/sight recovery with minimal over pressure on and around the shooter.

www.wayofthegun.us/proctor-muzzle-device

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Norotos – Lo-Sto Helmet Mount

June 19th, 2015

The Lo-Sto Force-to-Overcome Helmet Mount w/ Universal Shroud delivers a fully matured system evolving through extensive user-feedback and enhanced application engineering into the most lightweight and compact helmet mount available on the market. Anti-Wobble Optimization ensures the Lo-Sto’s stability with unwavering rugged durability, while remaining adaptable with available quick change sockets for rapid transformation between horn and dovetail style NVGs.

Features:
Vertical, Tilt, and Fore/Aft Adjustment Levers
Helmet Mount Release Button allows one handed release
Break Away Button allows user to set the desire mode for mount (breakaway or locked), depending on users operational needs.
Glide-Rite Infinitely adjustable in both vertical and horizontal directions.
Reduced weight and an enhanced NVG
Low stow on the helmet position

Specifications:
Vertical Range: 1.10”
Weight lbs./grams: 4.9 oz. / 140 g.
Tilt: 23 degrees total
Force-to-overcome pressure for use/stow positioning.
Forward/Aft range: 1.5” (optional)
Auto Shut-off

www.norotos.com

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – VEP Modular Panel

June 19th, 2015

This week’s focus is on the new VEP Modular Panel. Inspired by the success of the Vertical Envelopment Pack, FirstSpear is now offering this modular panel for custom user configuration for loads which require quick access.

Driven by specific User requirements this item offers many of the advantages of the FS Vertical Envelopment Pack (VEP) on a reinforced modular panel that accepts 6/12, 6/9 and MOLLE Pockets arranged any way that suits the mission at hand. Capable of attaching technical tools, communications equipment or specific medical supplies this panel can be flipped over the head for rapid access and then returned to the back with its slick side out presenting a minimal snag profile. When secured on the back all your magazines and other fire load are easily available. The VEP Modular Panel is a great asset to personnel operating SIGINT and related communications gear that need to remain mobile and close to the Operators who are prosecuting the information.

It works just like the Vertical Envelopment Pack. This video gives a good overview of how the VEP is used.

Available in all standard FS Colors.

www.first-spear.com

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Prometheus Design Werx Versa Bear

June 19th, 2015

From Prometheus Design Werx comes the Versa Bear, a happy bear-shaped, re-usable, TSA carry-on approved, food grade, 2oz, silicone, adventure & travel squeeze bottle. I’ve got to say, it’s s rather unconventional product but definitely an interesting design exercise.

Save the Honey Bee
A portion of the proceeds from sales of the Versa Bear is donated by PDW to various wildlife conservancies and to help saving the Honey Bee.

“No-Drip” – Resistant Cap
Prevents spilling during normal usage and while packed away

Translucent
Allows for contents identification and volume level

2oz Size
Meets TSA requirements. Good for 2-3 day trip

Travel Size
Easily packable in your pack, shoulder bag, lunchbox, carry-on, and more

Versa Bears are available as a 3-Pack for $20.00.

prometheusdesignwerx.com/products/versa-bear

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Royal Australian Navy Adopts New Jacket from Platatac

June 19th, 2015

Australia’s Defence Material Organisation has procured a new cold weather jacket from Platatac to replace the current doona/Stanley coat for the RAN.

According to DMO, The RAN cold weather jacket roll-out program has already commenced, with Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia personnel issued their jackets in March and April 2015, followed by units in the ACT region in May. Units in NSW and WA will be issued their jackets over the period May to June, while QLD and NT units are likely to receive theirs in late 2015.