MTT’s Mil Std 2525B template is essential for small unit leaders as well as headquarters personnel. The template is available with a pocket guide to be used as a reference for those more obscure symbols.
They also offer US, UK, and Australian Danger Zone templates as well as a variety of map protractors.
MTT is an Australian company but I have dealt with them in the past and they will get your purchases shipped out rather quickly.
Template design is the intellectual property of MTT.
Blackheart International does a great job of kitting equipment in order to make it easier for unit supply personnel to purchase gear. This is especially important during time crunches and often saves money as well. Their latest effort is the Gunfighter Belt Kit which includes:
Blackhawk Web Belt– The adjustable belt features a three-point buckle.
Special Operations Holster – A mainstay in holster design, it’s full flap keeps the pistol well protected from the elements. The flap can also be affixed in the open position or a spare magazine pouch can be mounted horizontally. The holster fits most large frame pistols.
Double Pistol Mag Pouch– In addition to the holster’s front pouch that will hold a back-up magazine, light, or multi-tool the kit comes with a double magazine carrier.
Leatherman Core Multi-tool and Case– The Core is a durable Multi-tool with 18 tools including two blades, needle-nose pliers, wire cutters, and screwdrivers.
KA-BAR with Sheath– The legendary Ka-Bar serves as an excellent chopping tool and comes mounted in a hard sheath.
When assembling the kit, Blackheart weighed the utility of an item against cost. The equipment is common to most gun belts. The kit does not include weapon or magazines. It comes in Coyote Tan and is available with a Large (up to 43″) or X-Large (44″ to 49″) belt and right or left hand draw holster, from Blackheart International.
Photo from Blackheart International.
This is kind of a follow up to our article on the ARC magazines developed by TangoDown for the SCAR program. In addition to the specialized magazines TangoDown whipped out a couple of other cool items including a new version of their successful rail cover. The main change is that the SCAR panels are thinner than the originals. Military Morons has been running some for a couple of years now and has a great introductory write up.
Visit Military Morons to check out his article and pictures.
For the man (or woman) who has everything, Wilderness Tactical Products, LLC presents the Multicam Robe and Smoking Jacket.
Order from The Wilderness.
Photo from The Wilderness.
After seeing our article on Cabelas’ Cotside Nightstand, a reader alerted us to Canada-based Wheeler’s Cot Organizer manufactured under their CPGear Brand.
Constructed of mil-spec materials such as 420 denier nylon pack cloth, nylon mesh, and nylon webbing, it’s a bit pricier than the Cabelas model, but you get what you pay for. If you would prefer to spend your money on non-Asian alternatives, then the CPGear model, manufactured from quality materials in a NAFTA and NATO partner country, is the one for you.
Although the Royal Australian Navy announced plans for a new camouflaged uniform over a year ago, they just recently began issuing them. The modified DPCU is intended to denote RAN personnel as being Australian as it as much a branding issue as a form of camouflage. Most interesting, the sleeves have reflective bands to help identify over board crewmen.
Photos from Australian Defense Force.
Blackwater’s Alumni Association recently celebrated its one year anniversary. Membership is open to employees (including ICs) and students and offers a wide range of benefits including:
A monthly Alumni newsletter available at the Blackwater Alumni Association website (www.blackwateralumni.com) bringing Blackwater news to its family
A certificate for the face value ($35) of your membership that can be used toward the cost of tuition in a Blackwater training course
A current training course calendar
A unique membership identification card that can be used for a 25% discount in Blackwater’s Pro Shop (in person or online at http://proshop.blackwaterusa.com) (some restrictions apply)
A distinctive alumni lapel pin
The membership pin is pretty sporty but the 25% discount on things Blackwater is a great deal.
To join visit Blackwater Worldwide.
Hyde Definition has revamped their website. They have an excellent interactive photo of the new uniforms that explains all of the features. Additionally you can pre-order an entire uniform or individual pieces.
Check it out at www.hydedefinition.com.
