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Abbate Convicted of 1 Count of Child Molestation, Acquitted of 23 Others

February 8th, 2013

I was looking over my web stats last night and I noticed a lot of visits to a story on former GLOCK shooting coach William Abbate. He was arrested in 2011 for “child molestation, aggravated child molestation, enticing a child for indecent purposes, sexual exploitation of children and statutory rape.” After a couple of delays he was tried in Henry County, Georgia.

After two days of deliberation, a jury convicted him of a single count of child molestation. Specifically, that count surrounded an assertion that he provided a sex toy to a minor. According to the Henry Herald, Billy Abbate will be sentenced February 15 and faces a maximum of 20 years in prison.

This isn’t over yet, while Abbate may been found not guilty of the vast majority of the charges in Georgia, he still faces similar charges in the victim’s home state of Virginia. What will happen there remains to be seen.

Tags: William Abbate
Posted in Industry | 6 Comments »

Combat Flip Flops Update

February 8th, 2013

Combat Flip Flops has domestic production up and running and just celebrated AK Monday, followed closely by Tuk Tuk Tuesday (and so on). This means that online inventories are updated and they will begin deliveries Mid-February.

www.combatflipflops.com

Tags: Combat Flip Flops
Posted in Boots, Off-Duty | 3 Comments »

On Target Magazine Selects Arc’teryx LEAF Talos Pants for 2012 Editor’s Choice Award

February 7th, 2013

On Target Magazine selected Arc’teryx for a 2012 Editor’s Choice Award for their solid color Talos Pants.

Tags: Arc'teryx, On Target
Posted in Arc'teryx | 8 Comments »

BSA Selects Osprey to Provide Duffels to Jamboree Participants

February 7th, 2013

The Boy Scouts of America announced that 2013 Jamboree participants will be using this duffel from Osprey called the Osprey Transporter BSA. National Scout Jamborees are held every four years and this is the first at the new Summit Bechtel Reserve after 30 years at Fort AP Hill in Virginia. In addition to this new high adventure location, this Jamboree marks a departure from previous events. Beginning this year, tentage and other camp supplies will be provided by Bechtel so that local councils will not be required to acquire and transport equipment specifically for the Jamboree. In an effort to help control transportation costs and the amount of space each camper will use while at Jamboree, BSA is limiting each participant to the use of one of these issue duffel bags. But don’t worry, at 7015 cu in (115 liters), there’s plenty of room for a Scout’s clothing and gear. In addition to haul loops, the Transporter also incorporates stow able shoulder straps. These are awesome bags and I often use smaller version as a carry-on for short trips. No word yet if the BSA model will be available for purchase by those not attending the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. The Jamboree gear transport concept is excellent is and Osprey is a great partner for BSA.

Tags: BSA
Posted in Load Carrying | 8 Comments »

Up Armor Your Cap with the HALO

February 7th, 2013

The other day we showed you a watch cap with integrated impact panels. Today, we’ve got shot mitigating pad insert for your cap. The HALO can be trimmed to fit with no loss of performance and reduces up to: 50% severity index and/or 25% of g-force according to manufacturer Unequal. It also integrates Air cooling channel technology (AC2T) that is designed to keep. the protected area cool and dry.

www.unequal.com/halo

Thanks Fernando for the heads up!

Tags: Halo, Unequal
Posted in Armor | 3 Comments »

Saying You Can’t Afford a Noveske is No Longer an Excuse

February 7th, 2013

Meet the Multitask Keychain from Noveske.

Features
-Flathead Screwdriver
-Built-in Multidimensional Hex Wrench
-Beer Bottle Opener
-Self Defense Tool
-Key Ring Attachment

This solid one piece design is manufactured from Titanium and features a distressed finish. Get yours now. Your keys deserve it.

noveskerifleworks.com

Tags: Noveske
Posted in Gadgets | 12 Comments »

S.O.Tech Special Valentine’s Day Battle Bear

February 7th, 2013

Just in time for that special someone, S.O.Tech made a special run of their popular Battle Bears in Valentine’s Day colors. These battle bears are made by Veterans in the VIPER program. Limited quantities on hand.

They’re also re-stocking their camo color battle bears soon, be sure to pre-order and reserve yours now before it’s too late!

www.SOTechTactical.com

Tags: S.O.Tech
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CORTAC And Survival Armor Join Forces to Bring the CTAV to Body Armor

February 7th, 2013

You may have seen the ADS video on this lashup during SHOT Show. Basically, what’s happening is that CTAV maker CORTAC and Survival Armor have entered into an exclusive agreement to integrate the Cooling and Trauma Attenuating Vest (CTAV) panels into Survival Armor’s body armor carriers. CTAV is an “Advanced Impact Resistance Technology creates a “behind armor thermoregulated microclimate [that] promotes convection while vented panels improve heat dissipation.”

“We couldn’t ask for a better partner in this endeavor than Survival,” said Jeremy Harrell, President of CORTAC. “They are well known for ground-breaking advances in the industry, so teaming up with us to integrate the CTAV into their armor is the latest in a long list of pioneering efforts on their part and we’re pleased to be working with them.”

Until now, the CTAV has only been available as an after-market accessory purchase to be affixed onto armor carriers. By integrating the CTAV panels into armor carrier systems, CORTAC claims that users can have a CTAV experience with greater seamlessness and ease, while enjoying the strength and protection of Survival’s body armor.

“CORTAC and their CTAV product obviously took the industry by storm when it launched early last year and we immediately realized the game-changing impact they were making,” said Kurt Osborne, Vice President of Survival Armor. “We’re proud to be working with the folks at CORTAC and we appreciate their partnership.

Tags: CORTAC, Survival Armor
Posted in Armor, Industry | 2 Comments »