Due to overwhelming response, Mayflower will begin production of their prototype baby carriers we showed last week. They’ll be available soon in MultiCam and Desert Digital.
Revision Military Announces Purchase of MSA’s North American Helmet Business
June 23rd, 2012Remember way back at the end of March when we told you that MSA was selling their Vermont-based helmet business to someone? Well, we’ve been sitting on our hand for months waiting to tell you that it was Revision all along. Its odd that they announced something this big after 5PM on a Friday. That’s why you’re reading it Saturday. Doesn’t matter who ought it, MSA was smart to unload it. That factory manufactures aramid helmets and both Army and Marine Corps are moving toward polyethylene helmets for the future.
Revision Military has announced the purchase of MSA’s North American ballistic helmet business. The purchase includes the acquisition of MSA’s U.S.-based helmet manufacturing equipment and operations located in Newport, Vermont. The former MSA facility, which specializes in large-scale production of aramid helmets for military and law enforcement, is a complement to Revision’s existing Composite Center of Excellence which outputs highly-specialized, polyethylene composite helmet shells. Having both manufacturing capabilities will enable Revision to meet current aramid helmet program requirements while also aiding customers in their quest for lighter weight, higher performance head protection solutions.
“MSA has proven itself to be a trusted helmet supplier to the U.S. Army with the right people and the right facilities to deliver first-rate, best-value helmet shells,” said Jonathan Blanshay, CEO of Revision. “We are pleased to welcome the approximately 45 Newport-based employees to the Revision family as we expand our offering of leading-edge soldier systems equipment to military customers worldwide.”
Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont commented: “Revision Military has proven they know how to design, manufacture and deliver state-of-the-art soldier protective systems for customers across the globe. I am pleased to see a firm with such skill and experience taking over helmet production for our American soldiers and soldiers across the globe.”
Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin shared in the enthusiasm over Revision’s purchase of the North American helmet manufacturing facility: “This is great news for the city of Newport and the state of Vermont, adding jobs and strengthening the economy. Most importantly, Revision’s announcement is important for our soldiers, who depend on Revision products to keep them safe in the line of duty. We look forward to a continued strong partnership with Jonathan Blanshay and Revision Military.”
Revision has committed orders from the US Army to deliver approximately 100,000 helmets over the 12 months following the acquisition. Additionally, Revision will fulfill the balance of an outstanding contract for 6,000 CG634 helmets to the Canadian DND while continuing to develop current and future helmet business with law enforcement agencies.
This acquisition, coupled with Revision’s extensive international experience is expected to be instrumental in meeting demands for aramid helmets on a global scale. Importantly, being able to manufacture and deliver ACH helmets—the platform upon which Revision’s Batlskin Modular Head Protection System is carried—will allow Revision to deliver completely integrated and fully modular head and face protection packages to its North American and global customers.
AKARS – Up Close
June 23rd, 2012Just the other day we wrote about Parabellum Armament’s AK Adaptive Rail System. Now, we have an up close photo of one in action.
Get yours (the AKARS, not the girl) at www.bhigear.com/akars
Mondo Patch Panels from OC Tactical
June 22nd, 2012You can never have too many morale patches floating around but the problem is, what do you do with them when you’re not sporting them on your latest cool guy super ninja uniform? Put ’em to work for you on OC Tactical’s Mondo Patch Panel.
Previously, OC Tactical had released a Grande Patch Panel but its 18″ x 24″ wasn’t big enough for some so he created the Mondo version which is a whopping 24″ x 36″.
Consisting of a large pile (loop) field, it will accept hook backed morale patches. The edges are bound and OC Tactical has set grommets into the corners and evenly spaced along the edges for mounting purposes. The Mondo Patch Panel is currently available in both MultiCam and Coyote 498.
Donald Wright Joins Gerber Military Team
June 22nd, 2012Donald Wright has joined the Gerber military team concentrating on Institutional/Government Sales. Based out of the Tidewater of Virginia he will be working Navy, USMC, and USAF along with some tactical retail. Congrats!
For the Ladies – Tacticute Tab from Mojo Tactical
June 22nd, 2012Some of you saw Tactical Mama sporting a ‘Tacticute’ tab on her SHOT Show badge. Those are the product of the genius of Hawaii’s own Mojo Tactical.
Prefer one for your lady (or yourself if you’re a lady or especially cute) through Mojo Tactical’s Facebook page.
Quick Mount Straps – New OWB Accessory from RCS
June 22nd, 2012
Raven Concealment developed the new Quick Mount Straps so that you wouldn’t have to thread the holster on and off the belt, which when you throw some belt loops in the mix can become a real pain.
Made from the same material as their IWB Soft-loops, and utilizing the same Mil-Spec “Pull-The-Dot” snap fasteners, the new QMS maintain the same ride height as their standard polymer loops, and are compatible with all of Raven’s holsters and modular carriers including those with MD-cut profiles.
Help Elite Defense Reach 1000 ‘Likes’ Today on Facebook
June 22nd, 2012
Help Elite Defense reach 1k “Likes” on Facebook and be entered to win a gift pack valued at approximately $75 (Items to include are an Elite Defense TShirt, ITW FastMag Heavy’s & Handfull of TacLinks.) A Random winner will be announced at 4:00 pm EST.
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