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SKD Exclusive – Mountain Hardwear Zerna Military Beanie in MultiCam

January 27th, 2015

I know it’s been out there awhile but it’s snowmageddon in the NorthEast so I thought I’d share.

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It’s a one-size-fits-most beanie that will go great under a helmet in cold weather. Sure, it’s MultiCam but if the Smadge asks, just tell him its OCP.

www.skdtac.com/Mountain-Hardwear-Multicam-Beanie

Big Agnes – Chair One in Blue Tiger Camo

January 27th, 2015

This is my OR Winter Market alibi. I ran across this Blue Tiger Camo version of the Chair One and wanted to buy one before I told you about them. Unfortunately, they are sold out, but still very cool in my opinion.

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I’ve got an OD version of this 1.9 lbs, folding camping chair and love it. Hopefully, they’ll get more in stock.

www.bigagnes.com/Products/Detail/Helinox/chaironebluetigercamo

Fighter Design USA – Texas Mag Bags

January 27th, 2015

I ran into Fighter Design USA’s head man Adam Slank while walking the SHOT Show floor. Every time I see him, he’s got some cool new product. I noticed he was carrying a nylon bag over his shoulder. Not unusual for SHOT Show, but he sat this one in the ground and said, “Got a minute? I’ve got something to show you.”

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He pulled back on the handles and the flap came open and I muttered something like, “oh, wow! That’s a lot of magazines.” Adam didn’t miss a beat, replying, “Of course there are, it’s a Texas Mag Bag.”

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Offered in both 12 pack and 6 pack (seen below) configurations, the Texas Mag Bags from Fighter Design USA give you quick access to your magazines. A single flap secures with Fighter Design USA’s signature magnets along with dual zippers on a single pull. You simply give it a pull and voila; magazines…lots of loaded, high capacity magazines each nestled into its own slot.

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Texas Mag Bags come fully kitted out with the appropriate number of SureFire 60 rd magazines.

www.fighterdesignusa.com/texas-mag-bag-12-pack-surefire-60-round-magazines-included

Tyr Tuesday – Huron Approach Anorak

January 27th, 2015

We’ve shown you the Huron Tactical Clothing and Equipment Cold Weather Smock. As you’ve probably figured out, I’m a big fan of smocks, but this is followed very quickly by my love of Anoracks. This week, we’ll check out the Huron Approach Anorak.

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SHOT Show – CZ-USA

January 27th, 2015

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The highly anticipated new import from CZ, the Scorpion EVO 3 S1 is now available on the commercial market. The EVO 3 S1 Pistol features a polymer frame, blowback-operated action, 7 3/4″ barrel, and is chambered for 9mm Parabellum. It comes equipped with an integral quad Picatinny rail configuration, with the top rail coming in at 11″. The EVO 3 S1 comes standard with low-profile sights, with the rear sight having four different aperture sizes. The controls are ambidextrous, including the non-reciprocating charging handle which is swappable, and the reach to the trigger is also adjustable. Here you can see it with the arm brace adapter, for use with pistol stabilizing braces.

cz-usa.com

Brand and Oppenheimer Announce Management Transitions

January 27th, 2015

RED BANK, NJ – January 27, 2015 – Brand & Oppenheimer Co., Inc. (B&O), a leading textile converter, today announced that it has appointed Edward Ricci, Ben Galpen, and Bryan Boulis, known for their work under the 1947 llc aegis, to the Office of the CEO, effective immediately. Ricci, Galpen, and Boulis were recruited by Praesidian Capital, B&O’s controlling shareholder.

The three industry veterans are known for their innovative, high-energy management styles. Ricci, who will serve as CEO and oversee all B&O operations, is a third- generation textile executive who served as CEO of Duro, the textile company his grandfather founded in 1947. During his 22-year career in the industry, he has had responsibility for more than 3,000 textile workers worldwide. Galpen brings an additional 17 years of experience in the industry, while Boulis has more than three decades of broad woven textile experience sourcing fabrics both domestically and globally for a wide variety of end users.

“We are very excited to have attracted three outstanding textile executives to B&O,” stated Jason Drattell, Praesidian’s Founder.

Jon Mansfield, Praesidian Partner, added “In addition to their deep textile expertise, they have especially strong relationships with domestic weavers of nylon, polyester, nylon/cotton and cotton substrates which should be extremely beneficial to the company in its future work.”

Ricci noted “We have known both B&O and Performance Textiles for many years and see a multitude of interesting synergies that will benefit all stakeholders. As part of our work, we will bring new MultiCam® fabric development in the U.S. to B&O, as well as international MultiCam fabric sales on an exclusive basis. We are equally pleased to have a chance to work with the B&O and the Praesidian teams as we accelerate the company’s growth opportunities.”

Wow! Congrats to all involved! An inquiry to 1947 LLC revealed that it will continue to function as a separate entity, independent from this announcement.

SHOT Show – SureFire Blast Diffuser Coming Soon

January 27th, 2015

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This the SureFire 5.56mm Blast Diffuser unveiled at last week’s SHOT Show. It adapts to a SF SOCOM muzzle brake / suppressor adapters and pushes the concussion of the muzzle brake forward, away from the shooter and those next to him. Because of this attachment, it does kind of resemble a miniature suppressor, but it’s not.

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This is the prototype that was at SHOT Show. Everyone wanted it. I understand they had a cash offer of $600 to sell it, right there at the show. It is now in production and will be available soon.

Vickers Tactical released this video showcasing some new SureFire products including the Blast Diffuser. LAV is interviewing Jamie Wiedeman. They served together in the same Army unit for many years.

www.surefire.com

The Warrior’s Bridge

January 27th, 2015

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The Warrior’s Bridge is a new nonprofit founded by Amy Tucci Jones and Scot Spooner to help fellow Veterans. It plans to provide free, long-term wellness treatment to those United States service members who possess invisible wounds due to mortal combat experienced on the field of battle, in order to facilitate their pursuit of the American Dream with a healthy mind, body and spirit.

Warrior's Bridge Teaser from AO Films on Vimeo.

thewarriorsbridge.org