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SHOT Show – Vertx Working with Industrial Alchemy to Produce Packs and Bags

January 16th, 2013

SHOT Show 2013 marks Vertx’s move into packs and bags. They’ve teamed with design house Industrial Alchemy. Industrial Alchemy has been around for about 10 years and does a lot of work in the core outdoor industry. In fact, they worked on the old SDS commercial line. That means you are going to see some cross over of outdoor into tactical designs.

Colors are both earth tones as well as Kryptek patterns. While final color decisions remain, you can be assured that their will be great options for blending in.

These are design concepts that will give you an idea of what they will be offering. They are concentrating on a smooth, no obtrusive exterior with a ton of features built in. Sure, there’s PALS webbing behind the flaps of this sling bag. But what you won’t see here is the secret sauce behind the PALS behind the flaps. We’ll leave that for a later time.

These prototype sling bags are very well executed. You’d think they were production models.

www.wearvertx.com

Tags: Industrial Alchemy, SHOT Show, VertX
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Crye Charity Auction Open to All SHOT Show Attendees

January 16th, 2013

Each year Crye Precision sponsors a silent auction with proceeds going to military charities. In years past you had to be present at the party to participate but this year they have opened it up TPT all attendees. In addition to the Boba Fett themed AirFrame helmet and Salient Arms MultiCam Glock, the are a couple of other items you need to check out in booth #27403.

A custom Salient Arms Mossberg 930

A custom Salient Arms Mossberg M590A1

Tags: Crye Precision, SHOT Show
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ADS Inc TV Presents SHOT Show 2013 | Blue Force Gear

January 16th, 2013

Stephen Hilliard from Blue Force Gear shows us their new Vickers Combat Application Sling, the RACKminus System, and their Helium Whisper Attachment System.

For more from Blue Force Gear click here: www.adsinc.com/blue-force-gear

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SHOT Show – Prototype Mag Well for G19/23 from Sentinel Designs

January 16th, 2013

Yesterday, we were shown a prototype mag well for the GLOCK 19 and 23 by Sentinel Design and www.austereprovisions.com.

photo – Austere Provisions Company

These use installed mag wells are compatible with factory GLOCK +2 baseplates and copies, Arredondo +2 and +5 extensions, Magpul Speedplates, as well as Dawson Precision’s excellent extended tool-less magazine extensions and Ez-Off baseplates.

They’re almost there and hopefully we’ll see these late Spring.

Tags: Austere Provisions Company, Glock, Sentinel Designs, SHOT Show
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What’s New with HSP?

January 16th, 2013

Yesterday, I had a chance to sit down with Travis Haley and his team to talk about HSP for 2013. There’s a whole lot going on and unfortunately, I am only able to share a little bit of what we will see.

One of the things that I appreciate about Haley Strategic Partners is that they work with others in industry to introduce new products and technologies. Case in point is the new INCOG IWB Holster System developed in conjunction with G-code.

These are rolling off the assembly line and although not shown here, models for the M&P will soon join the GLOCK holsters already out there.

Additionally, HSP is working with Inforce to introduce a new version of their handheld light. I got to play with it a little bit and the ribbed section in the middle really increases the utility of the light.

Additionally, I’d look out for a new mobility training course as well as some very specialized pieces of kit in addition to a few items that virtually everyone will want to try. Hopefully, they’ll share their plans sooner rather than later.

Tags: Emissive Energy/Inforce, G-Code, Haley Strategic Partners
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SHOT Show – PHATS Suit

January 16th, 2013

Parachutists High Altitude Thermal Suit developed jointly with Airborne Systems and Wild Things. Initially, it was developed for a French requirement but refinements were made at the request of Natick and USSOCOM. Offered in XXSmall through XXLarge but its oversized to fit over the jumper’s clothing and basic equipment.

PHATS has been highly tuned for use by free fall parachutists. For example, there are multiple zippered vents so that the jumper doesn’t overheat on the ground or on the flight. Additionally, the front of the PHATS has less insulation than the rear since the parachutist will have equipment on his front. They made this change after jumpers from multiple units found that the insulation could be removed. Where insulated, it features gridded fleece. Additionally, it’s a softshell for wind and weather resistance.

As you can see, it covers the entire body except for the head to accommodate a helmet an oxygen mask. The coverall design even covers the feet for insulation as well as to mitigate wind resistance issues. There is a waist adjustment that is covered by the front opening and the main opening features a flap with magnetic closures. Gauntlet-style handcovers are also integrated into the design. Additionally, the rear of the legs feature clear pouches for chemlights. This allows jumpers to recognize one another in the air. Finally, there is an external forearm pocket on the left sleeve and large zippered cargo pockets.

Tags: Airborne Systems, SHOT Show, Wild Things
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DBT Launches Training Division – Partners with Ashlar Technologies

January 16th, 2013

This is an interesting move by Diamondback Tactical.

Diamondback Tactical, a world leader in mission-specific tactical armor systems, announced today the launch of its new training capability. Partnered with Ashlar Technologies, a premier security, training and intelligence solutions group, Diamondback will now offer to its law enforcement, military, and specialty clients state-of-the-art security training and technology solutions. In addition, this powerful combination allows Diamondback and Ashlar clients the ability to design and build customized armor product systems to meet their specialized needs.

In conjunction with Ashlar Technologies, Diamondback will expand its training opportunities to include more adaptive approaches for its own product training, and offer clients specialized training in special weapons and tactics, tradecraft, advanced technologies, and special operations. The depth of training that Diamondback Tactical and Ashlar Technologies can provide with this partnership directly supports Diamondback’s growing law enforcement, federal, specialty, and private contractor client base.

“We are extremely pleased to welcome Ashlar Technologies to the Diamondback team,” said Andrew Bair, Chief Executive Officer of Diamondback Tactical. “The capabilities and level of sophistication that Ashlar brings to our training division is impressive, and our clients will benefit greatly from their depth of knowledge, experience, and proven capabilities in the special operations, training, and intelligence communities.”

Led by Paul Mullis and Steve Stormoen, who are both former CIA officers with backgrounds in special operations, Ashlar brings an approach for elite training, tactics, and systems solutions that greatly complement Diamondback’s advanced-technology mission-specific armor.

“Based on our experiences in the special operations and tactical environment throughout the world, we have partnered with Diamondback because their products lead the market in quality and technology, and we have 100% confidence in their ability to protect our clients in all scenarios,” said Steve Stormoen, Executive Vice President of Ashlar Technologies.

To learn more about the training programs offered by Diamondback Tactical, contact a field representative, or visit www.diamondbacktactical.com.

Tags: Ashlar Technologies, Diamondback Tactical
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