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Gun Websites – Visual Kalashnikov Recognition Playing Cards

June 19th, 2014

Gun Websites currently is currently running a Kickstarter campaign for Kalashnikov playing cards reminiscent of aircraft identification cards. Consisting of 52 individual Cold War-era AK variants manufactured in Russia, China, East Germany, and Bulgaria, the cards will feature the following information:

– Kalashnikov Model
– Country of Origin (USSR, China, E. Germany, Bulgaria)
– Countries ‘Cold War’ Flags
– Dates of Production (when available)
– Caliber (color of silhouette indicates caliber)
– Type of Receiver (Milled, Stamped)
– Materials used (Wood, Plastic, Bakelite, etc)
– Factory of Origin (when available)
– Cold War Factory Logos

Of course, the cards will also feature full suits and will fully function as a standard playing deck. The cards will be printed in the USA by USPCC.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/gunwebsites/kalashnikov-identification-playing-cards

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Armament Systems And Procedures – Nexus Subcap Baton Clip

June 19th, 2014

Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) has just released their Nexus subcap. It is designed to provide a secure, lightweight clip-on retention to all ASP Friction Loc Batons. The Nexus contains a rapid release clip and chrome plate retaining spring and can be used on tactical or dress belts.

www.asp-usa.com/store/batons/accessories/nexus-subcap-baton-clip-f-series

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Mayflower – Fixed Shoulder 24 Hour Assault Pack

June 19th, 2014

First shown at SHOT Show 2014, Mayflower’s Fixed Shoulder 24 Hour Assault Pack is a light weight mission focused back pack built for 24 hour dismounted operations, designed for use as a stand alone assault pack. The interior of the pack features a hydration bladder sleeve and a small phone or PDA pocket. The exterior has PALS webbing on the sides. All buckles are ITW-Nexus IR hardware.

Now available in MultiCam, Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, and Black. 100% made in the USA.

www.mayflower-rc.org/store/7018/109/Fixed-Shoulder-24-Hour-Assault-Pack

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NFM Group – EC Paint

June 19th, 2014

Norway-based NFM Group has come up with EC Paint, a weapon and equipment paint designed to fit both daylight and IR needs. EC paint dries in seconds, covering equipment with a smooth matte coating and no shiny spots. It is also durable and heat resistant without affecting the material structure, and can be used for covering plastics and textiles. NFM states that EC Paint is NVG compliant. This is pretty cool considering we’ve all been using krypton for years now and it wasn’t really designed for use on military equipment.

EC Paint is available in 8 colors: Grey, White, Black, Coyote Brown, Forest Green, Olive Drab, Mud Brown, and Sand. A dedicated stripper has also been developed for the paint, which they say provides easy and fast clean off. EC paint comes in 400ml spray cans and a 5 liter container for vehicle application.

EC Paint has been selected by the British Army to respray all weapons systems for issue in Afghanistan. Hint-hint, US Army.

www.nfm.no

Video concept by www.designedtofight.com.

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Magpul – M-LOK Tips

June 19th, 2014

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Magpul has released an in-depth document detailing how to get the most out of the M-LOK system. For those who don’t know, M-LOK, which stands for Modular Lock System, is a license-free platform system developed by Magpul that serves as an evolution of the MOE slot system used since 2007. It functions as a method for hard mounting accessories to a negative space mounting point. When compared to MOE, M-LOK features a larger slot, squared sides, and adds the following feature set:

– Direct mount capability
– Cammed T-nut
– Optimized for metal and polymer manufacturing
– Recoil/impact mitigation lugs
– Intermediate spacing option
– Multi-directional mounting
– Backwards MOE compatibility

M-LOK is easy to manufacture, works in polymer and metal equally well, is incredibly strong, and requires no back side of mounting surface access.

magpul.com

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5.11 Double Duty Responder Knife

June 19th, 2014

The Double Duty Responder Knife from 5.11 Tactical really pulls triple duty. It incorporates a 3.7″ combo edge main sheepsfoot blade, blunt tipped fully serrated cord cutter secondary blade and carbide-tipped glass breaker.

Both of the blades are crafted from AUS8 stainless steel and given a satin finish with the main blade at 3mm thick and the secondary at 1.8mm thick. With both of these blades deployed at opposing ends, the knife is 9.7” overall length. It includes a Torx wrench and replacement screws and is offered with Orange rubber-overmolded FRN handle scales for high visibility. There is also a three-position carry clip.

Be forewarned, folks have complained about the glass breaker tearing pants. This is a common occurrence with many knives that incorporate this feature. It’s about how and where you carry it.

www.511tactical.com/double-duty-responder-knife

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K-9 Fights Cancer and Criminals on Sportsman Channel’s “Saving Private K-9” on Thursday, June 19 at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT

June 19th, 2014

Sounds like a great show starring R Lee Ermey and K9 Blitz. Looking forward to checking it out.

NEW BERLIN, WI (June 18, 2014) – There’s an armed robber somewhere in Quincy, Mass. and it’s up to K-9 Blitz and Major Ken Ballinger of the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office to find him on this week’s episode of Saving Private K-9 airing exclusively on Sportsman Channel on Thursday, June 19 at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT.

The suspect’s unknown location is a major threat and law enforcement shut down nearly 80 percent of the city. A SWAT team arrives to assist Blitz and Ballinger, but it is Blitz who gets down to business first. Catch a sneak peek of this week’s episode: http://www.thesportsmanchannel.com/shows/saving-private-k-9/.

R. Lee Ermey, host of Saving Private K-9, tells the story of K-9 Blitz, his unwavering bravery and diligence in pursuit of a dangerous suspect. Finding the bank robber is a top priority. Blitz and Ballinger must work well together or risk losing their only chance at apprehending the man that is keeping nearly an entire city on lockdown.

“I think what I would like most folks to know, or all folks to know about Blitz and dogs like him both in police and military services, is not to judge them by what you see them do, but by what you don’t see them do,” said Ballinger. “Our dogs, for everything that they are to us at work, are that and more to us at home.”

To find Sportsman Channel in your area, visit the Channel Finder: http://sportsmanchannel2.viewerlink.tv/.

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Amok Equipment – Draumr Camping Hammock

June 18th, 2014

Amok Equipment’s Dramur is a hammock designed with a compartment that holds an inflatable sleeping pad (not included). The intent behind the design was to develop a hammock that could be slept in multiple positions comfortably. It sets up securely between two anchor points and hangs freely, for use as a bed, recliner, or chair. The Draumr comes standard with a bug net and waterproof tarp to keep out the elements, and an integrated beverage pouch. The Draumr fits securely inside a small stuff sack when not in use.