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December 18th, 2010Tactical Fanboy @Twitter
December 18th, 2010The title says it all: Tactical Fanboy is now on Twitter @Tacfanboy. Follow and be alerted to the latest information on new articles and other cool stuff.
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Accu-Stack AI Comb Risers
December 17th, 2010So I know, you’re asking yourself, “What’s a Comb Riser?” But, if you are asking that question, you probably don’t need one. The comb of the stock is
While the The AICS (Accuracy International Chassis System) is one of the most popular stocks for tactical shooters in the US and abroad, it is not used by just any shooter. Generally, it is reserved for use by precision shooters.
The AICS or AIAW doesn’t come with anything to support the comb if you need to raise it other than two hex screws, so sometimes it falls down, plus it looks empty under the comb. So Victor Company USA developed a multi-level spacer system that supports all AI cheek rests at almost any height. Available in two sizes, they actually look like AI OEM products.
Marines Purchase Additional Extreme Cold Weather Gear Using PrimaLoft Insulation
December 17th, 2010
PrimaLoft® Insulation Technologyâ„¢, the research and development leader in high performance insulations used to enhance combat conditions for soldiers, has announced that the United States Marine Corps (USMC) has purchased 6,000 additional sets of the USMC Extreme Cold Weather Parkas, Trousers and Booties insulated with PrimaLoft® to equip U.S. Marines stationed in the coldest areas of Afghanistan and across the globe. This new buy brings the total number of system sets currently fielded to Marines to 50,000. Known to Marines as the “Happy Suit” the garments are manufactured by Wild Things Tactical.
Developed in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps, PrimaLoft® insulation provides Marines with critical tactical advantages over the enemy during the most challenging extreme cold weather conditions. The Extreme Cold Weather Parka, Trouser and Booties insulated with PrimaLoft® are packable, lightweight, weather resistant, and very warm for extreme combat conditions. Notably, this technology works in conjunction with the USMC sleeping bag system also outfitted with PrimaLoft® insulation and allows Marines to carry a less bulky sleep system, while increasing protection under diverse environmental conditions.
“PrimaLoft® takes great pride in our work to provide the best possible insulation technology to meet U.S. Marine Corps mission readiness needs,†said PrimaLoft® Vice-President and General Manager Joe Rumiesz. “We began working with the DoD 25 years ago, and we continue to advance our unique technology to address the specialized gear needs of our men and women in uniform.â€
The U.S. Army originally commissioned Albany International Corp. to develop a water resistant synthetic alternative to down. Today, PrimaLoft® is the premier supplier of insulation to the United States Army, Marine Corps and Special Operations Forces providing them with a tactical advantage over the enemy under exceptionally wet and cold conditions in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit.
BAE Systems to Manufacture IOTVs and Repair ESAPI Plates
December 17th, 2010
BAE Systems is racking up the wins. Not only did they announce a $35 million contract from the US Army for 60,000 Improved Outer Tactical Vests (IOTV), but they also won a contract to inspect and repair Enhanced Small Arms Protective Insert (ESAPI) plates for the Army which are used in conjunction with the IOTV. Under a Readiness and Sustainment contract modification valued at $6.3 million from PEO-Soldier, BAE Systems will inspect ESAPI plates returning from theater for damage and replacing the outside spall covers, which are used to contain debris upon impact. Upon completion of the scope of work, the plates will be returned to the Army. The contract mod is part of an existing contract issued in October 2008 and will be performed through a series of delivery orders. The work will be completed at facilities located in Phoenix, Arizona with completion scheduled for October 2013.
“BAE Systems is prepared to support the Army and Army National Guard in satisfying short-term needs for the warfighter,†said Keith Briem, manager of Readiness and Sustainment for BAE Systems’ Personnel Protection Systems. “Our Readiness and Sustainment program is designed to help reset equipment for future deployments. This may include refurbishing helmets, soft and hard armor, Modular Lightweight Load Carrying Equipment, other ancillary items and all forms of Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment.â€
Deuce Launcher from Sage Ordnance
December 17th, 2010
Sage Ordnance Systems Group will exhibit versions of their Deuce Launcher at SHOT Show 2011. Obviously, the biggest improvement that the Deuce offers is an over/under design with two rounds at the ready for that quick follow up shot.
The Standard Deuce package includes the launcher with barrel/caliber selection, barrel duo-block with an integral Picatinny Rail section, two barrel mounted Picatinny Rails, cleaning brush and operator’s manual. They will also have the Deuce Revolution on hand. Standard features are the same as Standard Deuce, but Sage has added a forward grip mount, sight rail, MagPul stock, sling and Pelican Case. Also included are their revolutionary new rear sight module, 20/40 sight module and 60/80 sight module. This sight set-up gives the Grenadier the ability to accurately launch munitions at four different distances most often encountered in less-lethal confrontations, without having to re-zero sights. The sight rail will also provide space to mount optics such as Aimpoints or EOTechs.
The Deuce Over/Under Launcher System is available in three caliber variants including 37mm Sage, 40mm x 46 NATO and 37mm smooth bore. Furthermore, the Deuce uses a five position adjustable length of pull-standard M4 style stock. Additionally, a side folding stock is available as an optional extra (either folding to the left or the right).
To sum up the Deuce … Two Shots! One Launcher!
To schedule a demo contact Sage Ordnance.
Free Smartwool Socks to Deploying Troops
December 16th, 2010
Grey Group Training, Smartwool, and Grassroots Outdoor Alliance have teamed up this holiday season to send three thousand pairs of Smartwool socks to Soldiers in Afghanistan. Initially, Grey Group Training will be seeding the battlepsace by shipping socks to trusted NCOs in theater to hand out to their troops. There will also be a reserve of socks maintained at the Grey Group Training Pro Shop outside of Ft Bragg for Soldiers deploying to Afghanistan. These socks will be used to hand out to Soldiers heading to Afghanistan who stop by the Pro Shop. Additionally, if you place an order to an APO from now until all the socks are gone, the will include a pair of Smartwool Hiking Medium Crew socks with your order. Lucky guys. The Smartwool hiker is an excellent sock and I have used them for about 12 years.
Major props to Grey Group Training, Smartwool, and the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance
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Introducing Grey Ghost Gear Outlet
December 16th, 2010
We’ve heard rumblings in industry for years that one group or another was going to set up an online outlet for over runs and excess inventory of tactical gear. Finally, someone has made it happen and named it Grey Ghost Outlet. Currently, the store has a bunch of Tactical Tailor kit on deep discount. For example, you can get a 1 piece MAV with pouches set up for either M4 or AK for $88!
And before anyone jumps to any crazy conclusions, we can assure you, that despite the fact that they both use “grey” in their names, name Grey Ghost and Grey Group have nothing to do with one another.
Visit www.greyghostoutlet.com to get in on the savings.
