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Tree-Go IZLID Pouch

March 12th, 2012

MATBOCK LLC is a burgeoning company that you will hear lots more of in the future. After our article the other day on the BE Meyers IZLID, we thought it would be a capital idea to introduce our readers to MATBOCK for a great option for actually carrying the thing. Remember, an IZLID resembles maybe a flashlight or a light saber, so some JTACs use slap flare pouches but this is WAY better. Rather than some makeshift, it’s actually designed for use with the IZLID and allows the user to quickly place it into action. You pull up on the IZLID to pull it from the pouch and then the cap falls free. When it’s in its pouch the bungeed cap keeps tension on the IZLID, holding it in place. Simple.

The IZLID is currently available in three flavors; 200P, 1000 and Ultra. MATBOCK offers a pouches for the 1000 which is currently the workhorse. They are working with BE Meyers on a solution for the Ultra.

The IZLID pouch is available with two attachment systems. One is Velcro and designed to fit under the cummerbund flap at the front of the armor. The other version is naturally, MOLLE compatible. Available in Desert Digital, MultiCam, UCP and Coyote from 500D Cordura. Made in USA!

www.matbock.com

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Winkler Stealth Axe

March 12th, 2012

Long before he ever built an axe for America’s elite, Master Bladesmith Daniel Winkler developed a reputation for his traditional Native American designs. With the Stealth Axe from Winkler Knives II, Daniel has developed a close quarters alternative to the WK II Combat Axe. I really like the Stealth Axe having had a chance to briefly handle one at SHOT Show. It’s a good fit in the hand and well balanced with the heft of the head so close to the fist. It feels like you can get a good swing going with it.

The Stealth Axe features a 4 3/4″ head made from S-7 steel with an overall length of 9″. It only weighs 1.2 pounds vice the 1.5 pounds of the full-sized WK II Combat Axe. It has a full tang, integral handle and is available with maple, micarta or rubber handle scales. You definitely aren’t going to lose your grip with the rubber handle but Daniel related to me that many users of his knives and axes prefer the wood. He says it gives them a connection with home when they are deployed. They can reach down to their blade and feel the reassurance of a little piece of America. Since Winkler offers KG coating, you might want to consider it to give your Axe a worry free camo finish. Don’t forget, it also comes with a felt lines Kydex sheath.

Please welcome our latest advertising partner Winkler Knives II and visit their website. They offer a wide range of edged weapons and tools for the warrior.

www.winklerknives.com

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Caveat Emptor – Fake NVG Data Labels

March 12th, 2012

Several versions of stickers that mimic the markings on genuine AN/PVS-14/15 Night Vision Devices have hit the market. They are designed to be placed on resin models of the devices to enhance realism for MilSim players and reenactors.

However, because of the way they are being marketed by some, we encourage everyone to pay attention to several key features of any real night vision devices they purchase or are issued. It has come to our attention that there are unscrupulous vendors marketing shop built subpar versions of the NVGs using tubes of unknown quality. They may use these types of stickers to mislead buyers. Military issued systems should be ok unless someone tried to do a switcharoo or supply at the small unit level got a ‘good deal’ on additional systems. Be diligent in pre-combat inspections.

If you need actual devices, buy factory direct ITT units that come with factory ITT stickers serialized on the unit that match the enclosed pre-paid UPS labels along with RMA tags. There are numerous vendors that are trustworthy. The best advice when dealing with night vision is: ‘Cheap’ doesn’t just mean inexpensive.

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Run Walk to Home Base 9K Run

March 11th, 2012

On May 20th the Run Walk to Home Base 9K Run will raise funds to provide clinical care for veterans with combat stress or traumatic brain injury as well as support services and counseling for wounded vet’s families. Presented by New Balance, the Red Sox Foundation, and Massachusetts General Hospital participants can run or walk with the finish line at Fenway Park’s home base.

One of our industry friends is participating. For those of you who’d like to support this cause visit www.runtohomebase.org/runtohomebase/SupportRolandsRun

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St Patrick’s Day LE Sale at SAGE Control Ordnance

March 11th, 2012

Get 10% discount and free regular ground shipping in the Continental United States for any LE order over $1500 that is placed before St Patrick’s Day 2012. Just mention their newsletter and coupon #0317-2012. The offer applies to all Sage Control Ordnance, Inc products. Discount is only valid for law enforcement agencies. 10% only applies to Sage Control Ordnance, Inc products purchased directly from the manufacturer. 10% discount can be used on multiple orders placed on or before March 17, 2012.

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Strike Industries AK Rear Rail

March 11th, 2012

AKs are inexpensive so lots of guys are picking them up. Consequently, we are seeing more and more accessories for the AK family to soup them up. One of the latest examples is this AK Rear Sight Rail For Low Profile Red Dot Optics from Strike Industries.

Basically, it replaces the rear sight with a 1913 rail so that you can mount an MRDS or other sights.

strikeindustries.com

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IWI Negev-7 Features Semi-Auto Fire

March 11th, 2012

The new Negev NG-7 from Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) is a 7.62mm big brother to the popular Negev-5 5.56mm SAW and shares almost 80% of its components with its smaller brother. The NG stands for next generation so, in addition to the larger caliber, it also features semiautomatic fire. In automatic mode, its rate of fire is over 700 rounds per minute.

Interested parties can see the NG-7 at DefExpo India 2012 (New Delhi, March 29-April 1) , Israel Pavilion, Stand 11.10-L and FIDAE International Air & Space Fair (Santiago, Chile, March 27-April 1) Israel Pavilion, Hall D, Stand 1a.

www.iwi.net

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Visit Elite Defense and Score a T-shirt

March 11th, 2012

Stop by the Elite Defense booth (Hall 7A/7A-309) at IWA in Nuremberg from 9–12 March 2012. If you mention SSD (this website) you’ll get a free t-shirt!

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