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Blade Show 2014 – Bawidamann Blades / RMJ Tactical Collaboration – The Ragnorak

June 6th, 2014

What do you get when you combine the reliability of an RMJ Tactical tomahawk, Andrew Bawidamann’s amazing pinup style and VZ Grips excellent micarta work?

A practical work of art called the Ragnorak.

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The new Ragnorak Tomahawk is available in 12″ and 14″ models. Crafted by RMJ Tactical from 4140 Steel it incorporates micarta scales by VZ Grips. In fact, these make a perfect match with VZ’s pistol grips in the Ragnorak pattern.

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The handle incorporates lanyard holes as well as a shovel head at the butt/bubble for use as a prybar. Additionally, there are finger grooves at front and rear of the handle for front and reverse grips. Finally, it comes with a Kydex sheath that incorporates the PUP-style quick detach straps seen on Bawidamann’s new magazine carriers.

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www.bawidamann.com

Blade Show 2014 – Winkler Knives Introduces the Dynamis Blade

June 6th, 2014

Working in conjunction with US Navy SEAL Veteran, Dom Raso of Dynamis Alliance, Winkler Knives has introduced the Dynamis Blade.

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Dom Raso and Daniel Winkler have a long relationship and Dom approached Daniel to develop and produce a fighting knife based on his experience as a combatives instructor and fighting down range.

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The double-edge blade design can be used both forward and reverse grip to accommodate all fighting styles including those who are students of Martial Blade Concepts. In fact, grip is a key factor with a textured rubber grip (featuring the Dynamis logo) riveted to a full tang which is Skeletonized handle for weight. The 4″ blade is forged from CPM3V. It is also concealable with additional blade options under development. Look for more details soon.

www.winklerknives.com

Blade Show 2014

June 6th, 2014

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The early bird line is insane this year! As soon as we can get inside we’ll begin our coverage.

Forces Focus – Pararescue in Iceland 2014

June 6th, 2014

Guardian Angel (GA) is a US Air Force, non-aircraft, equipment-based weapon system. GA is organized into nine specific capabilities: Prepare, Mission Plan, Insert, Movement, Actions on Objective, Medically Treat, Extract, Reintegrate, and Adapt.

These nine capabilities are supported by a family of nine acquisition systems: precision aerial insertion, information management, force application/personal protection, visual augmentation, maritime, ground mobility, technical rescue, medical, and Survival EvasionResistance and Escape (SERE). The sum of these capabilities and acquisitions support the PR execution tasks of report, locate, support, recover, and reintegrate.

This equipment-based weapons system is employed by Combat Rescue Officers, Pararescuemen, and SERE Specialists and enabled by uniquely trained combat support personnel.

Recently, a GAWS team deployed to Iceland. This is their experience.

Rhino Laces

June 6th, 2014

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Born from a successful Kickstarter campaign, Rhino Laces were developed by wildland firefighters who found themselves needing a more durable lace to match their work boots. The laces utilize a patented formula that makes them highly durable. Rhino Laces claims the laces “…cannot be burned, cut, sawed, chopped, destroyed, or broken…”, yet they promise to replace any damaged laces for free.

The laces come in Spec Ops Black, Coyote Tan, Reflective Black, and Reflective Red in lengths of XS – 5XL. Made in the USA.

Orders will begin shipping on June 15th, 2014.

www.rhinolaces.com

FirstSpear Friday Focus – Breakdown Transport Bag

June 6th, 2014

In this 20th edition of the weekly FirstSpear Friday Focus, we’ll take a look at the Breakdown Transport Bag.

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I really like the sleek lines of this bag. It will hold an AR style upper and lower and incorporates 6/12™ attachment points on one inside wall for MOLLE/PALS, 6/9™ or 6/12™ pockets. For transport, the Breakdown Transport Bag has sling attachment points and a carry handle as well as attachment points for optional ECP backpack straps.

www.first-spear.com

D-Day’s 70th Anniversary

June 6th, 2014

Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Normandy invasion by Allied forces signaling the final push into mainland Europe.

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Thanks to all of you, from all of us, for liberating Europe from oppression and protecting our great nation,

Tidewater Tactical 2014 Annual Golf Tournament

June 6th, 2014

2014 Golf

Tidewater Tactical is holding their 6th annual charity golf tournament. This year it is benefiting Special Operations Wounded Warrior. $100 per individual or $400 for a 4 person team on Friday, June 27th at Redwing Golf Course.

This year’s registration includes: lunch and dinner, live music, cart and green fees, beverages, a swag bag, raffles and silent auction, contest, giveaways, and hole events.

Sponsors of the event include Plano, Smith & Wesson, Adidas, Benchmade, WileyX, Gatorz, Uber Group (Arc’teryx, Salomon, Suunto), Mechanix, Camelbak, Rite in the Rain, Under Armour, Oakley, SOG, 5.11, and ATK, with more to follow.

To register, call 757.318.6652 or contact@tidewatertactical.com.

www.tidewatertactical.com