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FirstSpear Launches

Thursday, July 14th, 2011

In the early hours this morning, like a predawn raid, FirstSpear launched their website. Make sure you check out their new line of products.

Why FirstSpear? We’ve been waiting for months here at SSD to be able to finally tell you.

The Primus Pilus, or First Spear, was the Senior Centurion of a Roman Legion.

“Centurions were the guardians of Rome. At the height of the Roman Republic there were over five thousand qualified Roman Centurions in the Legions. To be a Centurion required that, in a mostly illiterate society, one be able to read and write clearly, to be able to convey and create orders, to be capable of not only performing every skill of a Roman soldier but to teach every skill of a Roman soldier. Becoming a Centurion required intense physical ability, courage beyond the norm, years of sacrifice and a total devotion to the philosophy which was Rome.

When Rome fell to barbarian invaders, there were fewer than five hundred qualified Centurions. Not because Rome had fewer people but because it had fewer people willing to make sacrifices.

And the last Centurions left their shields in the heather and took a barbarian bride…..”

www.First-Spear.com

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FirstSpear Unveils New Product Line at Warrior Expo

Monday, July 11th, 2011

Today, FirstSpear, a warfighter tactical equipment designer and manufacturer, has announced its line of 60 Enhanced Load Carriage Solutions and Personal Protective Equipment products. This debut line is the first complete portfolio of the company’s spectrum of Warfighter equipment, and is expected to be received with great customer interest.

FirstSpear designs are produced with direct input from the end user and by developers who take into account specific mission needs, resulting in innovative, capability-driven products. The FirstSpear production facility is located in Fenton, MO, and this new venture has lead to the creation of 50 local skilled manufacturing jobs with plans to continue this growth in the near term.

FirstSpear’s commitment to delivering solutions based on the user’s needs is demonstrated by the careful selection of materials and a deep understanding of the unique mission needs of American Warfighters. Like all items in the line, plate carrier platforms such as the Beat Up are lightweight and functional, reflecting input from professional users. Each technology is the result of over 30 years of product development experience by the FirstSpear Design Team and represents the next generation in mission-ready gear.

“By considering the entire system as a whole, we have designed a suite of products that work great alone, but together allow the user to achieve remarkable scalability, modularity and weight reduction,” said Jonathan Laplume, FirstSpear Vice President of Strategy. “With each new product release, FirstSpear will seek the input of the professional user to continue raising the bar in equipment comfort, accessibility and durability.”

“When we started this organization, we made a commitment to deliver the next generation in Personal Protective Equipment,” said Scott Carver, Founder and President of FirstSpear. “This launch is only the beginning. FirstSpear directly supports those who defend this country and we will continue on this path of innovation for years to come.”

We don’t publish press releases word-for-word often, but this one did a great job of telling the story. What follows are a few of our comments.

Be sure to visit FirstSpear at Warrior Expo July 14th and 15th in Virgina Beach, Virginia. ADS, Inc. is the exclusive distributor of FirstSpear products to the US Military. Visit www.adsinc.com/first-spear for more information about FirstSpear products available through ADS, Inc.

Don’t forget, both the Exigent Circumstances Pack at Triad Tactical as well as the Short Incursion Chest Rig at SKD Tactical are already available at a healthy discount until the 15th of July.

Separate softcopy catalogs for Government and consumers will be released very soon. We have seen both and there is some exciting stuff coming your way.

www.first-spear.com

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But Wait, There’s More

Monday, June 20th, 2011

We teased that there would be at least one more FirstSpear product coming out for and we are pleased to share it with you. FirstSpear is the most exciting brand launch of the year and it’s cool to see these teasers prior to the formal launch of 60 new products on 14 July, 2011.

The Short Incursion Chest Rig (SICR) was designed for those that don’t use the carbine as their primary weapon or are trying to maintain a low profile. It carries up to 6 x 30 round 5.56 magazines and features PALS webbing to the left and right of the ammo pockets to customize the load to the mission. Currently available for pre-order from SKD Tactical with an expected ship date of 13 July, 2011. The SICR will be offered in Black, Coyote, Ranger Green, Khaki, and MultiCam.

Now here’s the beauty part directly from SKD’s website:

“As a lead-up to FirstSpear’s full product line release, we have been granted special permission to run a one-time 30% promotional discount for this awesome piece of kit. ENTER “SICR30” IN THE DISCOUNT CODE FIELD AT CHECKOUT. This promotion ends on July 14, 2011, after which the SICR will be available for sale at regular pricing.”

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First Look at FirstSpear

Monday, June 20th, 2011

FirstSpear is poised to launch their new line soon and has released the Exigent Circumstances Pack as an exclusive to Triad Tactical until the formal launch 14 July.

Versatility is key with the ECP. It can be attached to a vest or worn in a stand-alone mode with one or two of the included shoulder straps. As you can see, the removable beavertail will accommodate a helmet or other equipment. Next comes a pocket that will hold the Avon M53 Series Protective Mask. It also has an elastic daisy chain sized to hold flash-bang and smoke grenades. The pocket closest to the wearer’s back will hold a 3 liter hydration reservoir or the included comfort pad.

Expect to see at least one more product to hit the streets with another vendor before the line’s formal launch. The ECP is available now for pre-order. It will be offered in Black, Ranger Green, Khaki, Coyote, and MultiCam.

Pre-order now to take advantage of a limited time 30% discount.

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FirstSpear Formally Launched

Tuesday, January 11th, 2011

Scott Carver, FirstSpear founder has announced the formation of his new company concentrating on specialized load carrying and armor systems for warfighters. He has assembled one hell of a team and we wish him our best. Below is the press release in its entirety.

FirstSpear Utilizes Unique Technology Advancements and Focus to Provide Enhanced Capabilities for Warfighters and Professional Users

Saint Louis, MO, January 11, 2011 – Today, President and CEO, Scott Carver, announced the launch of FirstSpear, a company focused on the rapid design, development and delivery of Integrated Personal Protective Equipment and Enhanced Load Carriage Solutions for warfighters and professional users. The company will begin new product roll-outs in early 2011 and is already accepting orders for production.
FirstSpear’s founders have a legacy of designing, developing and producing some of the most widely used and sought after tactical equipment for military and law enforcement. Carver’s newest venture will focus on providing our men and women in uniform the next generation of mission-critical equipage. Based upon an unsurpassed understanding of operational requirements and dedication to ensuring high-speed fielding, FirstSpear has a unique capability for custom product design and innovative manufacturing. Built to meet the highest quality standards, FirstSpear’s products are engineered to be light weight, withstand harsh combat conditions, and maintain their durability over time, no matter the mission.

“FirstSpear is about empowering our professional users with solutions that exceed expectations, in any environment, during any mission profile,” said Jonathan Laplume, FirstSpear’s Vice President for Strategy and Development. “Our products utilize advanced design, lightweight materials, and our first-hand knowledge of user needs to provide our warfighters with a consistent combat advantage.”

“Our user’s needs are constantly evolving, FirstSpear’s vision is to evolve with them in real time,” said Carver. “FirstSpear integrates past experience and proven technology with a unique advancement in materials, configuration and production efficiency, to offer the most advanced load carriage solutions possible.”

FirstSpear, LLC is dedicated to rapidly delivering innovative individual equipment systems to professional users. To follow the launch of FirstSpear, LLC visit www.first-spear.com.

FirstSpear was founded in 2010 by a team of experienced industry professionals and former U.S. servicemen, with the mission of rapidly delivering innovative personal protective equipment and enhanced load carriage solutions to US and allied warfighters and professional users. With over 20 years of hands-on manufacturing experience with tactical equipment, Scott Carver has proven experience and dedication to meeting the warfighter’s evolving mission needs. FirstSpear’s uniquely focused research and development team is lead by former SOF Infantryman and present industry design specialist Jonathan Laplume.

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