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Enforce Tac 2022

March 2nd, 2022

It’s great to be back in Germany!

Getting off the U-Bahn at the Messe there’s a nice sign welcoming everyone back after two years and the side of the building is also well decorated.

But it’s what’s inside that counts and I am happy to report that the show is well attended by both vendor and visitor alike. In fact, it seems like a higher attendance than normal

For the first day. Naturally, the war in Ukraine is a common topic of discussion, but there’s also a great deal of anticipation as the Europe emerges from COVID restrictions.

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SIG Custom Works Introduces P320 SPECTRE Comp

March 2nd, 2022

NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 1, 2022) – SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce the latest addition to the SPECTRE Series of pistols with the P320 SPECTRE Comp created by SIG Custom Works. The P320 SPECTRE Comp is the ultimate P320 for competition, carry and everything in between offering a rich feature set, substantial recoil reduction, and advanced functionality straight from the factory.

“The P320 SPECTRE Comp builds on the ingenuity of the popular P320 XFIVE LEGION and brings a new level of technology to the 9mm polymer pistol. The P320 SPECTRE Comp adds the signature SIG Custom Works LXG treatment for better grip of the patented XSERIES TXG tungsten infused polymer grip module and a full custom works design treatment,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “However, what takes this P320 to the next level in performance is the Sig Custom Works designed compensator resulting in a 30% decrease in recoil from the already flat shooting experience of the P320 XFIVE LEGION. The XRay3 front sight is dovetailed directly to the compensator which dramatically improves sight recovery for each shot. Finished in a Blackout Cerakote® Elite coating, the compensator seamlessly blends with the custom slide finish and serrations resulting in an elegant look with P320 XFIVE LEGION holster compatibility.”

The SIG Custom Works P320 SPECTRE Comp is a 9mm polymer frame pistol that features the laser stippled LXG Tungsten XSERIES grip module, an optics-ready slide with custom serrations featuring an optic plate and rear dovetail sight, integrated compensator with front dovetail sight, a titanium nitride gold barrel and XSERIES gold flat skeleton trigger, and X-RAY 3 day/night sights. The SIG Custom Works P320 SPECTRE Comp ships with (2) 21-round steel magazines or (2) 10-round steel magazines and comes with a SIG Custom Works coin, and certificate of authenticity.

P320 SPECTRE Comp:

Caliber: 9mm
Overall length: 8.5 inches
Overall height: 5.8 Inches
Overall width: 1.6 inches
Barrel length: 4.6 inches
Sight Radius: 6.5 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 41.8 oz.

The complete SIG Custom Works SPECTRE series of pistols includes the P320 SPECTRE COMP, P365XL SPECTRE Comp, P320 XCARRY SPECTRE and the P365XL SPECTRE.

The SIG Custom Works P320 SPECTRE Comp is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the P320 SPECTRE Comp or watch the product video with Phil Strader, Director, Product Management visit sigsauer.com.

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AF Competency Modeling Handbook Provides Airmen with Roadmap to Become Future-Ready, Critically Thinking Warfighters

March 2nd, 2022

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) —

In line with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.’s Action Order A (Airmen) effort to find and enhance universal skillsets that are important to all Airmen regardless of their specific Air Force Specialty Code.

The Air Force Competency Modeling Handbook is now available to Airmen after officially being published Feb. 8.

Developed by Headquarters, Air Education and Training Command A3J team, Air Force Handbook 36-2647 includes a validated competency-modeling framework that is scalable, reliable, and repeatable to assist career fields in developing their occupational competency models. It also outlines the service’s 24 foundational competencies, which are a combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics that manifest in an observable, measurable pattern of behaviors that improve an Airman’s performance.

“Our competencies are the bedrock to developing the Airmen we need, and they provide Airmen with a roadmap to become future-ready, critically-thinking warfighters,” said Brig. Gen. Brenda Cartier, AETC director of operations and communications. “The occupational competency model integrates technical capabilities with the foundational competencies, along with the leadership, combat, joint, social mastery, and all-domain skills needed to be successful in a career.”

In the attachments of AFH 36-2647, Airmen can find detailed definitions for the 24 foundational competencies, which are grouped under four sections: developing self, others, ideas and organizations.

“The foundational competencies are those competencies that are valued by the Air Force and are universally applicable to all Airmen,” said Vincent Villanueva, AETC’s Occupational Competencies branch chief. “These competencies are the core of Airmen development and enable them with tools, pathways, and capabilities to improve their performance in any job, specialty, or situation.”

Competency models support organizational vision, mission, and priorities by identifying the behaviors needed to maintain a competitive advantage and meet strategic objectives.

“The competency model framework enables Airman-centric, mission-focused, competency-based Air Force learning, and as we add career fields, we scale the enterprise-level benefits,” Villanueva said. “It also identifies the competencies needed for key positions and informs decisions for the right person and right job.”

Other features in the handbook include application of competency assessments based on real-world environments and expectations to help Airmen have the right tools and resources in terms of training, education, and experience, Villanueva said.

To access a copy of AFH 36-2647, click here.

By Dan Hawkins, Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs

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Tasmanian Tiger to Exhibit at IWA Outdoor Classic 2022

March 1st, 2022

Tasmanian Tiger® attending the leading international trade fair for hunting, shooting sports, equipment for outdoor activities, and civilian and official security applications in Nuremberg, Germany, March 3 – 6, 2022 in Booth 3-338 Hall 3.

Knoxville, Tenn. (March 2022) – Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., will be exhibiting at the IWA Outdoor Classic 2022 this March 3 – 6, 2022 at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg in Nuremberg, Germany. Tasmanian Tiger will be exhibiting its tactical nylon line of products at Booth 3-338 Hall 3. Over 1,000 exhibitors have registered to exhibit products to an international public and establish or cultivate business relationships.

The best-known manufacturers and traders meet here. IWA Outdoor Classics is the leading international trade fair for hunting, shooting sports, equipment for outdoor activities, and civilian and official security applications. Whether hunting accessories or personal protection, the leading international trade fair IWA Outdoor Classics shows high-quality guns and outdoor products from international suppliers. Experience light materials, great comfort, and improved functions. The equipment for civilian and official self-defense is also the center of attraction.

Tasmanian Tiger will be featuring its latest products from its tactical nylon line. This includes its TT Modular Combat Pack. Based on the predecessor model, the TT Modular Combat Pack has a clean, new look, optimized features, and MOLLE hook-and-loop lining in the main compartment for customized modular add-ons. Designed for short-range excursions, this universal small combat backpack comes with two attachable front pockets with zipped compartments and elastic side pockets.

The newly announced TT Medic Assault Pack MKII L will also be on display at the Tasmanian Tiger booth. This is the largest TT medic backpack designed with an intelligent and clear interior divider system. It measures about 4 cm. (one MOLLE strip) deeper than the two smaller, previous models. The TT Medic Assault Pack MKII L can also be converted for plate carriers and vests using the adapter straps supplied with it for direct attachment. The stowable carrying handles help to quickly transport it in emergencies. The pack also features an inner detachable plate with elastic loops and internal variation fixation points to store medical equipment, a scissors bag, and clear inside pockets identified by colored hook-and-loop fastening. There are also integrated visual markers.

Click to see Vol. 3 of the Tasmanian Tiger digital catalog here. Find a local dealer here for any of the exciting Tasmanian Tiger products.

All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com.

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Tasmanian Tiger to Exhibit at IWA Outdoor Classic 2022

March 1st, 2022

Click to see Vol. 3 of the Tasmanian Tiger digital catalog here. Find a local dealer here for any of the exciting Tasmanian Tiger products.

Stay in the conversation by following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com.

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Propex Furnishing Solutions Partners with 1947 LLC to Distribute Curv Tactical Composite Material

March 1st, 2022

The distribution partnership will enable access to innovative composites for North American tactical gear manufacturers.

HAZLEHURST, Georgia, March 1, 2022 — Global composite manufacturer, Propex Furnishing Solutions, has entered into an agreement with Ocean State Innovations’ division, 1947 LLC Inc., for the exclusive distribution and sale of Curv® Tactical composite material in North America. The partnership formalizes both parties’ commitment to providing advanced material innovation to North American tactical gear consumers and manufacturers alike.

Ben Galpen, Co-Founder of 1947 LLC and Co-Owner of Ocean State Innovations, said “Our partnerships and innovations are driven by the tactical industry’s demand to improve existing items. We strive to meet this on a global level.”

Advancements in single polymer composite technology have led to the development of Curv® — a self-reinforced composite material that does not require thermoset resin, glass or any other support structure to maintain its strength or impact resistance. The material has achieved widespread commercial success in sports protective equipment with brands such as Bauer and soft armor ballistics applications when combined with Teijin aramid fiber thanks to its preferential material properties which include: high toughness, low cost, low weight, recyclability, formability and the potential for hybridization.

With the introduction of Curv Tactical™, 1947 LLC will distribute a new iteration of the composite to North American tactical manufacturers that will benefit from the materials ability to withstand high-impact at extremely low weight and density.

Curv Tactical™ can be used in anti-ballistic applications and in conjunction with puncture-resistant materials such as Aramid fiber. It can also be used as a stiffener in bags, backpacks, holsters, ballistic vests and more. Because of its unique mono-construction; Curv Tactical™ can be sewn, glued, laser-cut or thermoformed for precise fitment. High stiffness, high tensile strength, superior impact resistance and formability with extremely low density are all highlights of Curv Tactical™.

Propex Furnishing Solutions Inc. is a leading manufacturer of innovative composites and technical fabrics around the world. PFS has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany and Hungary; employing more than 1,000 people around the world. Since 2016, CURV® has enabled top-brands to create products that are stronger and lighter than ever before.

www.osinnovate.com

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Wndsn – Enhanced NATO-MIL Quadrant Telemeter and Field Manual

March 1st, 2022

No GPS? No problem. Electronic Countermeasures in effect? No problem.

“If you find yourself in a fair fight, you didn’t plan your mission properly.” –David Hackworth

Taking updates from the civilian-oriented High-Viz Quadrant Telemeter, Wndsn has released the latest version of their NATO-MIL Quadrant Telemeter.

Updates and Improvements

• A 150 MIL scale graded in 1 MIL increments (previously 130 MIL scale with 2 MIL increments)

• Removal of civilian features like the Obliquity Arc and the Shadow Square

• A MIL scale inside the degree arc graded in 25 and 100 MIL

• A dot grid inside the Quadrant allowing for more accurate string operations

• A coordinate scale for maps using a 1:25k scale to determine a position on a UTM grid by way of northing and easting.

Comes with manual.

store.wndsn.com/products/wndsn-pocket-quadrant-telemeter-nato-mil

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TMS Tuesday – The M.A.R.C.H Algorithm

March 1st, 2022

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) emerged in 1996 by special operations forces stemming from lessons learned during previous conflicts with large scale adoption by US and allied forces after the events of September 11, 2001. Tactical Combat Casualty Care guidelines are evidence-based and battlefield-proven to reduce deaths at the point of injury (POI). Department of Defense (DOD) and most NATO allies require TCCC training for deploying forces because it combines effective tactics and medicine to reduce preventable death. TCCC teaches first responders to treat casualties in the proper order, treating the most critical situations first. This is accomplished by using the MARCH algorithm for easy memorization for seasoned medical providers as well as immediate responders using self-aid and buddy aid. There are many variations of the MARCH algorithm that adds tasks both before and after, but the base to prevent most preventable death is MARCH.

The MARCH algorithm is laid out differently from Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) which used Airway, Breathing, and Circulation (ABC’s) as the order of treatment. MARCH stands for Massive Hemorrhage, Airway, Respiration, Circulation, Hypothermia/Head injury. This order prioritizes bleeding control as the first step since morbidity and mortality linked to massive hemorrhage can happen in some cases twice as fast compared to airway and breathing complications.

What is Massive Hemorrhage?

Massive hemorrhage is the number one potentially survivable cause of death at the POI. This includes life threatening bleeding from a compressible wound and/or extremity injuries. More than 90 percent of 4,596 combat deaths after September 11, 2001 were a result of hemorrhage-associated injuries. There are many opinions and definitions of what should be considered massive hemorrhage. They include color of the blood and rate of loss but most of these are hard to qualify and quantify under the stress of the scenario combined in some cases with the operational environment and tactical context. There is always a focus of bright red bleeding vs dark red and while one is more important that the other, they both should be addressed immediately. Additionally, penetrating trauma is not selective and commonly injures both arteries and veins which present externally as a mix of bright red and dark red blood. The nature of serious bleeding leaves little time to consult the paint chart obtained from the local hardware store to compare colors and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Apply pressure! Pressure stops all bleeding.

Massive Hemorrhage in the Extremities

The hasty application of a tourniquet is the recommended management for all life-threatening extremity hemorrhage during the care under fire (CUF) phase. It should be placed immediately over clothing, if necessary, proximal to the wound and high and tight. During the tactical field care phase, the deliberate application of a tourniquet is addressed when the threat has been suppressed and/or aid is being rendered behind cover to ensure proper hemorrhage control. In this phase, the tourniquet is placed against the skin, 2 to 3 inches above the wound. In either scenario the application time is written on the tourniquet at some point before the patient is evacuated or handoff is performed. Additionally, if one tourniquet is not able to control the bleeding, a second tourniquet can be placed adjacent to the first to obtain occlusion. Splinting and immobilizing the extremity after a tourniquet and pressure dressing have been applied will assist with hemostasis but should only be done after all life threats have been addressed using the MARCH algorithm and other associated treatment protocols.

External Compressible Hemorrhage

Bleeding that is not amenable to limb tourniquet use should be treated first using direct pressure in the TFC Phase until a hemostatic dressing can be applied to pack the wound. Once the bleeding is controlled, pressure should be maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendation using manual compression, pressure dressings, or other commercially available devices.

Tools to Stop Massive Bleeding

TacMed™ Solutions offers a variety of products built to help stop the bleed including the SOF® Tourniquet, OLAES® Hemostatic Bandage, OLAES® Modular Bandage, BLAST® Bandage, ChitoGauze®, Combat Gauze, and more. Two prominent products are the SOF® Tourniquet and the OLAES® Hemostatic Bandage. The SOF® Tourniquet sets the benchmark for prehospital tourniquets with purposeful upgrades to allow for smoother and faster one-handed and two-handed applications for the most effective bleeding control. The OLAES® Hemostatic Bandage is the world’s most versatile trauma bandage by combining the globally recognized OLAES® Modular Bandage with battle tested HemCon® ChitoGauze® PRO to create the most comprehensive trauma bandage for multiple injury profiles.

Stock Your Kit to Prepare for Uncontrolled Bleeding

To stock your kit with essential tools to stop massive hemorrhaging, check out TacMed™ Solutions at tacmedsolutions.com.

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