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Bang Saber Civilian Legal Flashbang

June 9th, 2023

The “Bang Saber” is a flashbang for civilian use. It might not be quite as effective as a military or LE Noise Flash Diversionary Device (NFDD), but it has the distinct advantage of being both a reusable and a civilian legal flashbang. Here is the release.

TS Bang Saber Civilian Flash Bang

St. Peters, MO

For Immediate Release

If you’ve ever thrown an M-84 or CTS 9-Banger at your day job, you will like those. If you’ve ever banged somebody within an FPS game, you will like these. Fact is, whether you’re going FISHing (Fighting In Someone’s House) or trying to liven up a boring cotillion, you’re going to like these. 

The TS Bang Saber 2.0 civilian legal reusable flashbang is manufactured for Tactical Sh!t by  Helius Engineering. It’s for training, “distracting,” or just for fun. The 2.0 bangs just as hard as its predecessor but is now slimmer and much lighter.

Ounces equal pounds and pounds equal pain…especially when you’re banging someone.

Bang Saber flashbang for civilian use

 

The Bang Saber is made in the USA. It utilizes a 12 gauge or 9mm blank or a 209 primer for ignition. Just load the blank or primer into the body, remove the pin, and toss the device where you want it.

You’ll get a bright flash, some smoke, and an approximate “bang” noise around the 120-160db level.

The exact amount of candela and decibels will depend on the type of blank used.

Here are a few things to know about the Saber flashbang for civilian use:

  • No training or certification need to purchase (buy flashbangs online!).
  • Limited numbers are available due to manufacturer difficulty with materials: if they’re out when you try to buy one, sign up for notifications
  • Must sign a liability waiver to purchase.

Flash/Sound Diversionary Devices

Capt. John Kolman, Ret. (LAPD  D Platoon SWAT) and Cmdr Sid Heal, Ret (LACSD Special Enforcement Bureau) defined an NFDD in a paper for the Justice Department, as you’ll read below. Contrary to the common vernacular, it is not a “flash bang grenade.” It could not be a grenade in the traditional sense and still be labeled a less lethal device. It’s a legal flashbang because it’s technically a blank firing device.

What is a flashbang? “A flash/bang diversionary device produces a loud bang with a brilliant light that is intended to cause confusion and distraction to provide a tactical team with a few seconds of advantage.”

That’s what the Bang Saber does.

Find yours online here. 

ADS Federal Range Day 23 – Misty Mountain Commando Belt

June 9th, 2023

The Commando Belt from Misty Mountain consists of two belts, a lightweight, 1.5” wide inner liner belt faced with Velcro loop for wearing beneath belt loops, and the outer load rated belt. It can be worn alone or in conjunction with leg loops, which offers a 15 kN load rating as a sit harness. You can also combine with the MM Chest harness to create a full body harness.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at ADS Federal Range Day by contacting ADS, Inc.

ADS Federal Range Day 23 – Streamlight Introduces MLOK Mounts

June 9th, 2023

Streamlight has introduced MLOK adapter mounts for their PROTAC lights.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at ADS Federal Range Day by contacting ADS, Inc.

ADS Federal Range Day 23 – FN deFNder Remote Weapon Stations

June 9th, 2023

FN Anerica demonstrated their deFNder Remote Weapon Station during last week’s ADS Federal Range Day at The Crucible south of Washington, DC.

Offered in three variants: deFNder Light seen here for the M249 and M240; deFNder Medium which will accept the M249, M2, M3R, and 40mm AGLs; and the Sea deFNder for maritime applications.

The system is modular and will accept a range of sights, accepts a link/case collector, and smoke grande launchers. It is gyro stabilized and integrates a laser range finder. Seen here is the joy stick controlled remote.

Here is a video of the M240 firing remotely.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at ADS Federal Range Day by contacting ADS, Inc.

ADS Federal Range Day 23 – Steiner Helmet Mounted Beacon

June 9th, 2023

This is the Steiner Optics Helmet Mounted Beacon. It’s lightweight (114.5 g or 4.0 oz) and detectable by U.S. and NATO sensors.

It relies on a single CR123A offering:
WHITE LIGHT >4 HOURS
SWIR >4 HOURS
NIR >4 HOURS

WAVELENGTH
NIR (880 nm)
SWIR (1550 nm)

OUTPUT POWER
White Light 400 lumens
NIR 600 mW
SWIR 400 mW

DETECTABLE RANGE
10+ km (6+ miles)

Units and agencies can procure products seen at ADS Federal Range Day by contacting ADS, Inc.

ADS Federal Range Day 23 – Velocity Systems

June 9th, 2023

Coming soon from Velocity Systems is the Recce Back Panel with integrated zippers which will fit to chest rigs in place of the harness.

It’s seen here with their Type 1 Assault Back Panel with zippers.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at ADS Federal Range Day by contacting ADS, Inc.

High Speed Gear Introduces the Uniform Line of Products

June 9th, 2023

SWANSBORO, N.C. – June 12, 2023 – High Speed Gear® launches Kydex Uniform Line of duty pouches.

High Speed Gear, a renowned leader in tactical gear and equipment, proudly unveils its latest breakthrough in tactical and duty gear with the introduction of their Uniform Line. The Uniform line was designed with input from professionals in the field and meticulously crafted for Law Enforcement officers to maintain their professional and approachable appearance. These products are different from the HSGI TACO line of pouches in that they eliminate the need for shock cord and are specific to the equipment they are made to carry. The hard Kydex shell is waterproof, and mud and blood borne pathogens can easily be cleaned off.  The Kydex material used in this line offers exceptional strength, rigidity, and retention properties. With enhanced impact resistance and chemical resilience, the Kydex line can withstand the harshest environments and provide long-lasting durability.

“We are thrilled to introduce our Uniform line, which represents the culmination of extensive research, development, and customer feedback,” said Bill Babboni, Chief Operating Officer at High Speed Gear. “Our commitment to delivering premium gear that exceeds expectations has driven us to develop the Uniform Line that offers unrivaled performance, reliability, and adaptability for our valued customers.”

The High Speed Gear Uniform Line of products takes up very little real estate on a duty belt or plate carrier. The products all feature retention screws for user preference adjustability and are shipped with either universal clips to attach to MOLLE or a PLM mount to attach to a belt. The Uniform Line is an expansion of the duty line by refining the aesthetic to meet the societal expectations of our law enforcement professionals. As of now, the Uniform line includes the following:

Uniform Double Magazine Carrier
Uniform Triple Magazine Carrier  
Uniform Handcuff Carrier
Uniform Dip Can Carrier
Uniform Flashlight Carrier
Uniform OC Spray Carrier

To learn more about the High Speed Gear Uniform Line and explore their extensive range of tactical gear, visit: www.highspeedgear.com/tactical-gear/uniform-line or reach out to the HSGI team at sales@highspeedgear.com

WhiskeyTwoFour – WTF’s Modular Accessory Panel 10 & 11

June 9th, 2023

Just $39 & $49, WTF’s Modular Accessory Panel 10 & 11 both have two inward angled 4 x 3 PALS fields to attach your PALS/MOLLE pouches as you see fit. Pair with a harness and waist strap for a lightweight chest rig.

Both 10 & 11 are precision laser cut from Brookwood’s SQUADRON laminate. Accessory Panels are sewn with milspec thread for a part that’s as tough as it is lightweight.

Accessory Panel 11 is a split front while Accessory Panel 10 is fixed.

Accessory Panel 10 weighs 3.8 oz / 108g with SRBs.

Accessory Panel 11 weighs 4.4 oz / 126g with SRBs.

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