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The Grayl Water Filtration Cup

April 30th, 2015

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Grayl is a portable water filtration system which functions similarly to a French Press. It consists of an 18/8 stainless steel inner ‘press’ cup, the filter which attaches to the inner cup, and the BPA-free plastic outer cup. The user fills the outer cup with water, then presses the inner cup into the outer cup, where the water is then filtered and delivered into the inner cup.

Grayl offers multiple filters for use with the system. Their strongest filter, the Travel purifier, utilizes a patented triple-charged mesh which traps pathogens, natural carbon (made from coconut shells) which traps heavy metals and chemicals, and an integrated anti-microbial agent which suppresses the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria. It is guaranteed to improve taste and smell of filtered water, along with filtering out 99.999% or more of bacteria, protozoan cysts, and viruses.

www.thegrayl.com

40th Anniversary of the End of the Viet Nam War

April 30th, 2015

Saigon, the capitol of the Republic of Viet Nam, fell 40 years ago today on 30 April, 1975 to invading North Viet Namese troops after decades of fighting.  Seen below is an image of the evacuation of  Saigon.  There are so many iconic images from that war but this one shows us the end of the struggle.  

  
Viet Nam was very much a part of our national psyche as I grew up in the 60s, 70s and 80s and affected me in may ways.  When I enlisted in 1985 my drill sergeant was a Viet Nam veteran as were most of the senior NCOs and Officers I worked for over the next decade.  Much of what I learned about soldiering came from them and their hard earned lessons of fighting a very capable enemy.  I owe them all much. 

I’d like to take today to reflect on them, their service and the generation that raised me, including my father.  I’d  also like to raise a toast to those who fell during that conflict in defense of our ideals.  

Thank you all for your dedication.  I personally gained a lot from it and it was not in vain.  

Mission Spec – Gibborim Gun Belt Now Available In Four New Patterns

April 30th, 2015

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Mission Spec™ has made their Gibborim Gun Belt™ immediately available in four new camouflage patterns. MultiCam™, Kryptek Highlander™, Kryptek Typhon™, and Desert Digital are joining the already available solid colors of Black, Coyote, Ranger Green, and Grey. The new patterns are available with all three buckle options (Raptor™, G-Hook™, and ITW Polymer) for the belt.

www.MissionSpec.com

SureFire Introduces The Quietest .30 Caliber Suppressor On The Market

April 30th, 2015

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Fountain Valley, CA — SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of high-performance illumination tools, suppressors, and tactical products, has begun accepting orders for the latest model in its high-performance line of SOCOM Fast-Attach® sound suppressors. The new SOCOM300-SPS is the quietest suppressor ever built for 300 Black Out (subsonic and supersonic), .308 and 300 Win Mag. This versatile suppressor is also very effective in suppressing the 5.56mm cartridge.

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The SOCOM300-SPS owes its sound-suppressing prowess to highly specialized baffles creating a longer dwell time within the suppressor and achieving unprecedented levels of sound attenuation. The suppressor is constructed of Inconel, an advanced high-temperature alloy, and stainless steel, and it typically adds only 6 inches to the length of a weapon. Computer-controlled welding enhances the suppressor’s overall durability, as does a corrosion-resistant coating of Ionbond DLC and Cerakote™ ceramic finish. In fact, the SOCOM300 SPS, like all SureFire SOCOM Series suppressors, is durable enough for full time use and designed to typically outlast the weapon barrel to which it attaches.

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A precision indexing system ensures that the suppressor mounts to a compatible SureFire SOCOM series adapter—which also serves as a high-performance muzzle brake or flash hider when the weapon is unsuppressed—securely and with perfect alignment every time. This patented no-tools Fast-Attach system also makes the suppressor easy to remove after extended firing because the index tab is located in a low-carbon-buildup area. Like all SureFire SOCOM suppressors, the SOCOM300-SPS produces minimal and consistent point-of-impact shift compared with the unsuppressed weapon, regardless of the number of times the suppressor is attached and detached to and from the weapon.

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The SOCOM300-SPS suppressor is available in two colors—Black and Dark Earth—and has an MSRP of $1075. It is available for purchase in states that allow suppressor ownership through authorized SureFire suppressor dealers. For complete product information visit: www.surefire.com/socom300-sps-2

Panteao Productions – New Make Ready Webinars

April 30th, 2015

New Training from Panteao

Columbia, SC, April 29, 2015 – Panteao Productions is happy to announce the upcoming launch of the next training tool from Panteao: Make Ready Webinars. With the Panteao Live Online Webinars participants will be able to interact directly with the Panteao instructors in real time, right from their computer or mobile device.

The live online webinars will be either 1-hour courses or 2 to 3-hour courses, depending on the subject matter being covered. Webinars will be available from Panteao instructors every month on different days and times. More instructors and webinars will be added after the launch.

This adds a new dimension to the training we provide. Now people will have the option of watching full length instructional videos whenever they wish or receive additional training from our instructors in a live format. You will also have the opportunity to interact with the instructors during the webinar.

The Make Ready Webinars will be available soon on the Panteao.com website.

Make Ready Webinars

Warrior West – Wild Things K9 Kozy

April 29th, 2015

This dog warmer was supplied to Battle Dawgs Racing during the moat recent iteration of the Iditarod Dog Sled race.
  
www.wildthingsgear.com

Warrior Expo – LBX’s Armatus Ver 2

April 29th, 2015

  
Developed in conjunction with Chris Costa, the Armatus armor carrier has a new variant. Based on end user feedback, they’ve introduced a fully modular MAP system carrier.  

  
In addition to removable panels up front there are also now removable rear panels.  

  
It incorporates Hypalon shoulder straps with removable padding, a breathable mesh cummerbund and a streamlined front design that covers the attachment clips for the MAP.  

  
Although it comes configured with a PALS panel they are also looking at introducing a pouch panel and a backpack panel.  

www.lbxtactical.com

Warrior West – Team Wendy

April 29th, 2015

Team Wendy configured this custom solution of their new EXFIL SAR Helmet for a national search amd rescue organization.
  
In addition to the Red color, they’ve applied SOLAS markings and 1913 rail sections. But the real piece that sets this solution apart from their standard models is the receiver for the ESS goggles seen below.

  
www.TeamWendy.com