Lowa Zephyr Mk 2 GTX

TAREINCO VTP Sling

September 4th, 2012

Tandem Research and Innovations Company is a local company to SSD, based in Newport News, VA. They produce a variety of outdoor and tactical products. One of their products that is garnering a lot of attention is the VTP Sling. The Variable Two Point Sling is rapidly adjustable for length when in the 2 Point mode and utilizes a Impact Weapons Components 2-1 Point Triglide.

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Colors include – Black w/ black hardware, Coyote Brown/ w/ tan hardware, OD Green w/ black hardware, Foliage Green, Purple w/ black hardware, Red w/ black hardware, Hunter’s Orange w/ black hardware.

www.tareinco.com/slings

Pancake of Death

September 4th, 2012

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The Pancake of Death from Monkey Edge is based on CSM Gear’s popular Circle. It allows you to sandwich your sheath knife, pistol or other item between the layers, and mount it to your equipment at any angle that suits you. 550 cord works as a backup to make sure everything stays together.

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But, what they have done is taken that original Circle PALS Adapter to the next level by adding a removable outer section which attaches via hook and loop material. This section mounts into place and will hold a multitool, or medium folder and also has loops for a pen or chemlight. You can also attach morale patches or ID to the loop field.

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It attaches to a platform via PALS and is Made in USA! Currently available in OD and Black.

www.monkeyedge.com

The Observation Post

September 4th, 2012

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If you love “gun camera” footage as much as I do then you are going to love The Observation Post. It’s a new website that posts daily firepower videos. You’ll see it all there, armored vehicles, infantry in contact, SOF operations, Gunship footage and UAV feeds.

It is now part of my daily Internet ritual and I recommend you check it out as well. You won’t be disappointed.

observation-post.com

Choosing an AK

September 4th, 2012

Rifle Dynamics‘ Jim Fuller gives some great pointers for those purchasing an AK series rifle in this Panteao Productions video presented by Tactical Weapons..

Ful or Less? The Citizen Eco-Drive Proximity

September 3rd, 2012

The new Citizen Eco-Drive Proximity is not only solar powered but it also connects via Bluetooth to your iPhone. The point of the system is that it has small indicators on the face and the second hand swings to one of them to indicate that there is something on your iPhone that needs attention, for example a message or meeting. the advantage is that you can leave your phone in your bag or pocket and still be notified by your phone even when it is silent. What do you think about your devices talking to one another? Could this be applied in other instances as well?

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It’s certainly stylish, but is it Useful or Useless? Either way, it’s coming this Fall from www.citizenwatch.com.

ABC – Always Be Creatin’

September 3rd, 2012

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This is an Engineering Proof of concept by Extreme Gear Labs for their upcoming Suchka Stock Blow Out Kit with CAT Tourniquet pocket. It’s made from 500D Pencott Badlands Cordura. It’s designed to attach to an AK side folding stock. This is not the final design but it gives you a glimpse into the process.

EGL is always working on new designs. Interested parties should contact eglabsinfo@gmail.com

Have a Wonderful Labor Day

September 3rd, 2012

I’d like everyone to enjoy this last day of Summer. But please do it responsibly and be safe. I’d also like you to read a little bit of the history of Labor Day and how it became a National holiday. It’s interesting in that we take it for granted, like so many rights and advantages we enjoy as Americans. It’s important to remember how we got here.

So, Stay Safe and Have Fun! Believe it or not, you can do both.

Impact Weapons Components – 2 To 1 Point Split-Bar Triglide

September 3rd, 2012

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Impact Weapons Components is generally known for their excellent flashlight mounts. However, they’ve expanded into additional products. One of my favorites is the 2 To 1 Point Triglide. Available in 1.25″ width to accommodate most slings, it is fitted on to your sling to allow it to attach back on to itself. It is designed to work with push button quick detach sling swivels already found on most slings. Installation is a snap. You slide he older model on the webbing and this latest version is designed to fit slings with sewn ends or to immediately modify your sling. The split -bar model slides into place wherever you want it. It’s a solid product, CNC machined from Billet 6061-T6 aluminum and hard anodized Type III per MIL-A-8625F.

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IWC’s 2 To 1 Point Triglide is perfect for those that want the flexibility to convert their 2-point slings into single points. And now that they’ve introduced the split-bar model, it’s even easier to configure your sling.

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I’ve been using one for several months now and appreciate the versatility it affords. There are times when I want to use a single-point sling but prefer the Blue Force Gear Vickers Combat Assault Sling. Using the 2 To 1 Point Triglide gives me the best of both worlds.

www.impactweaponscomponents.com/product/2-to-1-point-split-bar-triglide-1-25-convertible-qd-sling-adaptor/