Sorry I missed this. It looks like it was a great time.
axelsontactical.com/reaperoutdoors.com
Axelson Tactical’s First Distributor Show
Thursday, March 17th, 2016Tactical Tailor Pacific Northwest Pack Series Pricing
Thursday, March 17th, 2016Tactical Tailor’s exciting new Pacific Northwest Pack series will be available to order on March 20th.
Magpul Files Amended Complaint for Patent Infringement and Declaratory Judgment of Non-Infringement Against Gibbz Arms in Federal Court
Wednesday, March 16th, 2016After Gibbz Arms sent letters to licensees of Magpul’s M-Lok early this month, Magpul filed an amended complaint asking for a judgment that the M-Lok design does not infringe on the Gibbens brothers’ patent for their GAMA system. To catch you up, Gibbz Arms released their patent pending GAMA system in late February along with copies letters they planned to send to brands that license other, similar weapon accessory attachment systems. The goal of these letters was to assert their patent and to persuade these firms to adopt their device, alleging that it pre-dated the other systems on the market. This was quickly followed by statements of reply from both Magpul and Gibbz Arms. Eventually, Magpul filed suit on March 4, 2016.
In a press release posted to Magpul’s website earlier today, they said this:
Magpul has drawn a firm line in the sand with this expanded lawsuit. “Magpul will take all necessary action against Gibbz Arms, including challenging its patents in Federal District Court, to ensure that adopters of the M-LOK system have complete freedom to operate without concern” said Duane Liptak, Director of Product Management and Marketing for Magpul Industries. Mr. Liptak further stressed that “Magpul will make certain that its M-LOK system can be implemented under its free license without interference from Gibbz Arms.”
Much of the issue at hand revolves around the types of T-nuts used in the design of each attachment system. This image from the Magpul filing illustrates the two types. The Gibbz Arms design is it the left and Magpul’s to the right.
Magpul has petitioned the Court for the following relief:
That Gibbz Arms has infringed the ‘236, ‘209, and ‘210 Patents;
That Gibbz Arms has knowingly and willfully infringed the ‘236 Patent;
That Plaintiff be awarded damages for patent infringement according to proof and ordering that such damages be multiplied up to treble their amount;
Preliminarily and permanently enjoining Gibbz Arms and all others acting in concert with Gibbz Arms from making, using, selling, or offering to sell the infringing firearm accessory mounting interface or any other product that infringes the ‘236, ‘209, and ‘210 Patents without permission or license from Plaintiff;
That Gibbz Arms be ordered to deliver up to Plaintiff all products infringing the ‘236, ‘209, and ‘210 Patents within its ownership, possession, or control for destruction by Plaintiff;
That the making, using, selling, offering for sale, and/or importing of the M-LOK T-Nut, or any component of the M-LOK system, does not infringe the ’D661 Patent, directly or indirectly, literally or under the doctrine of equivalents;
That the Court declare this to be an exceptional case pursuant to 35 U.S.C. § 285, and award reasonable attorney’s fees;
That Plaintiff be awarded its costs of suit, and pre- and post-judgment interest on any money judgment; and
For such other relief as the Court deems proper.
You can read the complaint below which offers additional details on the matter including a disclosure that this has been brewing since August 215 when Gibbz initially contacted Magpul. But, it was not until patents were issued and letters of solicitation were sent to M-Lok licensees that the situation escalated.
Rest In Peace Todd Green
Wednesday, March 16th, 2016Todd Green succumbed last night to a cancer he had been battling for many years. He was as well known in the industry as he was outspoken. Many will remember him for the forum Pistol-Training.com.
Rest In Peace
For The Ladies – Urban Tactical Skirt from Helikon-Tex
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016Some of the ladies working at Helikon-Tex took the features of their popular Urban Tactical Pants and created this skirt.
It features an elastic waist with Velcro front fastener. For pockets, there are two flapped thigh pockets for smartphones or magazines, two zippered inset thigh cargo pockets, two front slash pockets with double material for pocket clips, two slim rear pockets for knives or lights and two wide rear pockets for wallets. Offered in Black, Khaki and Denim.
32 North STABILicers
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016STABILicers are American made tarction decices that are worn attached to the soles of your footwear. This is the Hike XP model.
The Hike XP incorporates their SureFit™ binding system and contoured insole provide a secure fit. These are a great option for those wearing commercial hiking boots in icy and other slippery conditions. Made from a Lightweight Thermo Plastic Elastomer that remains pliable in cold weather, they also incorporate replaceable cleats.
While the model I’ve shown is for use with hiking boots, several models will fit military footwear.
www.32north.com/icers/27-stabil-hike-xp
Frog.Pro – Easy Access Backpack
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016
I saw the Easy Access Backpack from Italian firm Frog.Pro earlier this month at Enforce Tac in Germany. It was so new that the designer had just sewn up the first sample right before the show.
It has an interesting four zip configuration with all four zippers terminating at the top of the pack which is covered with a flap.
It can be pulled up over the head and when the flap is pulled the pack’s contents are easily accessible.
There’s plenty of room in the pack for patrol essentials. It also includes may slots with bungees.
Bates Launches AR670-1 Compliant Coyote Boots
Tuesday, March 15th, 2016 
Rockford, MI, USA (March 14, 2016) – For over 130 years Bates has provided high quality boots and shoes for the United States military. With the ever-changing demands of the Armed Forces, Bates continues to craft their product to not only meet, but to exceed military standards.
Bates is excited to announce the launch of six new boots all built to military specifications. The styles are constructed with abrasion resistant flesh-out coyote cattle hide leather and offer individual features and benefits to meet the broad range of customer demands.
Currently available are two Berry Compliant boots, the M-8 Hot Weather and TerraX3 Hot Weather Composite Toe. Each style features a unique and proprietary Vibram® outsole designed for multi-terrain environments, offering superior traction and stability in extreme conditions. These boots are made in the USA and available online at www.batesfootwear.com and military retailers across the country.
Launching in late spring are the Cobra boots, which are 8” in height and come in a hot weather and quick drying jungle version. These two boots feature Bates Endurance Performance System, a four layer anti-fatigue platform successful in Bates popular law enforcement boot, Strike.
The final two boots will launch mid-summer. The Ranger Hot Weather and Ranger Hot Weather Composite Toe are lace to toe boots built on Bates top-selling Ultra-Lites platform.
All six of these boots are AR670-1 compliant and meet the Army’s regulations for approved footwear.
