The 2013 SHOT Show will see the release of a collaborative effort between Carhartt and W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co. on a new collection of knives: the Carhartt Knives by Case Collection. Made up of 22 individual models, the knives are divided into three separate categories: the G-10 knives which features 7 knives with an ultra-tough handle material with an earthy color and rugged texture inspired by Carhartt’s signature Duck Canvas, the Molasses Bone family with 9 knives that feature a dark brown and bone-colored handle, and the 6 knives in the Rough Black-over-Cream family which are manufactured using a high-quality, durable resin. Examples of each family of knives can be see in the images above. In addition, each knife in the Carhartt Knives by Case Collection will feature Tru-Sharp™ surgical steel blades with a strong shoulder grind and a Scotch-Brite™ brushed finish, which is also found on each knife’s Lazy Duck-shaped bolster inspired by the traditional back pocket stitching style found on Carhartt clothing.
The redband trailer for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s latest film, ‘The Last Stand’, features over-the-top action, a bit of coarse language, and, most importantly of all, gratuitous violence. Looks like a winner to me.
TrackingPoint is an Austin-based start up that designed three “Precision Guided Firearms”. These PGFs are highly modified bolt-action rifles fitted with advanced technologies including a computerized scope, powered by Linux, that features a HUD (heads up display) which, at the press of a button near the trigger, marks the target. It then measures multiple environmental conditions, including range, ambient temperature and humidity, and the age of the rifle’s barrel to plot the perfect shot; just aim at the plotted mark and pull the trigger. An iOS app also allows users to connect their iDevices to the scope’s display, to act as a spotter, and the scope’s video recordings can be uploaded to video sharing sites complete with HUD data. The pricing on the PGFs starts at around 17,000 USD, and you have to buy TrackingPoint’s hand loaded ammunition to insure proper performance, but hey, every rifle also comes with an iPad that includes TrackingPoint’s app preloaded.
The Coffin Case is billed as the “world [sic] first coffin or shield shaped rifle carry case.” It’s constructed from 1000D nylon and features an outer cross elastic cord for securing a helmet or vest. Additional features include two large, zippered inner accessory pockets, and front-side Velcro for an identity patch. The Coffin Case comes in five sizes, to accommodate a variety of firearms from SMGs to sniper rifles. It’s made in Taiwan, and at the moment the only retail locations that carry this product are located in Taiwan and Japan. However, the website Alpha-Milsim offers worldwide shipping and carries the Coffin Case.
A Bathing Ape has released this reversible Tangzhuang (Chinese jacket) in their 1ST CAMO. Available at BAPE STORE Shanghai and BAPE STORE Beijing for a whopping 1,020 USD.
Keith Ratliff, manager of Kyle Myers AKA Dmitri Potapoff of FPSRussia, was found dead yesterday with a single gunshot to the head. Although currently being treated as a homicide, the details surrounding Ratliff’s death are being investigated. Besides being FPSRussia’s manager, Keith Ratliff also held the FFL that allowed the popular YouTube personality access to the firearms he used in his videos.
The next season of ‘Venture Bros.’ is well on track, as evidenced with this image, along with many more found at the link below. For the uninitiated, ‘Venture Bros.’ is a deconstruction yet loving parody of ‘Johnny Quest’ and other shows of that era mixed in with plenty of pop culture references and humor, ranging from outright crude to fairly esoteric.
Strike Industries’ Rear Sight Mount is designed to allow for a rear sight/red dot on a Glock pistol without expensive, custom installation. The 1 oz. aluminum picatinny rail is secured with a screw and backplate, and features screws to adjust height. The rail features paintable reference dots if the user chooses not to use an optic. Additionally, a compatible ambidextrous charging handle is available for competitive shooters.
http://strikeindustries.com/shop/index.php/pistol-enhancements/glock/glock-rear-sight-rail.html
This UAV identification kit was created by James Bridle while he was Artist in Residence at the Visible Futures Lab at the School of Visual Arts in New York. Created from 3D modeling software and desktop printing technologies, the kit was based on military and civilian recognition kits, which were collections of models used to train gunners, radar operators and visual observers. Kit 001 was made using models of the MQ-1 Predator, the RQ-170 Sentinel, and the RQ-4 Global Hawk with human models for sense of scale.
http://booktwo.org/notebook/uav-identification-kit/
Deenamee (Greek for strength) Shooting Sports Training Center offers a relatively unique situation: crowdfunding for a shooting range. Deenamee, LLC is a company founded by Special Forces veterans with the goal of creating a superior shooting range and firearms instruction environment. The pledge length will last until September of 2014 when they hope to reach at least one million dollars in funding, with an stretch goal of four million dollars. Further details, including the donation reward levels, risks and rewards, and more on the company itself can be found on the Deenamee website. Deenamee also pledges to donate all non-taxable funds to the NRA in the event they don’t reach their initial goal of one million dollars.
A new trailer from the most impressive looking game featuring the ‘Aliens’ property since ‘Alien vs Predator’ on the Atari Jaguar. Gearbox Software looks to be doing the series proud, and if anything else it looks a lot better than ‘Alien 3’.
‘Aliens: Colonial Marines’ drops February 12th, 2012.
“Mr. Gorbachev, I tore down that wall” The famous speech President Ronald Reagan gave after he destroyed the Berlin wall. He rode his most trusty steed into battle…a raptor which he had the CIA clone for such an occasion. Practice Reaganomics today and buy this print to show your love for ‘merica!
American history how we like it; tough, manly, and full of guns, Presidents and impossible scenarios. My favorite print is TR vs Bigfoot.
A user on Kickstarter, known only as Brad, created this grenade-shaped multi-tool called, appropriately enough, the Bottle Grenade. Its primary function is as a combination twist off/pry off (pop top) bottle opener, however it also includes a wrench and hex slot along with four holes for use with a keyring or paracord. It’s machined from 6061-T6 aluminum, and based on donation level can include custom engraving and/or the realistic grenade pattern.
The MultiCam sheaths made by LBT for the SOG Voodoo Hawk LE have finally started shipping out. They’re made from nylon with a button snap closure and a belt loop. The LE sheath also better conforms to the blade when compared to the standard SOG sheath and seems of overall better quality. You can see additional photos below. Read the rest of this entry »
Yet another innovative UAV design, the HyTAQ robot was developed by the robotics lab at the Illinois Institute of Technology. It combines a quadrotor design with a rolling cage that allows for both terrestrial and aerial locomotion. This combination allows the HyTAQ to use the same actuator set and control system for both methods of locomotion. Additionally, due to its ability to switch between ground and air travel, the HyTAQ is capable of traveling four times greater and almost 6 times longer than an aerial-only system, and can simply fly over any obstacles it encounters on the ground.
Check out this video on Boston Dynamics’, MCWL, and DARPA’s LS3 (Legged Squad Support System) program. As you can see, the LS3 is voice activated and can navigate a multitude to terrains with ease.
This is the Triple Kydex Shingle by Ferro Concepts. It’s designed to curve to body armor or the user’s shape and fits most kangaroo pouches, giving the user fast access to three magazines. The Kydex inserts have holes punched in them for weight savings and are removable. At the moment, it’s lacking an official name, however it will be released in February.
Battlemug is awesome but not everyone feels that they can afford a tankard machined from a solid billet of aluminum. So Battlemug’s creators developed a polymer version.
This model also integrates an M4-style carrying handle since you have to provide your own with the aluminum Battlemug. Although, the polymer version includes three M1913 rails for other accessories.
The TechJect Robot Dragonfly is a micro UAV designed to mimic an insect; the project started due to a grant from the U.S. Air Force for research into biologically-inspired spy drones. Four models will be available, with the highest model featuring a re-configurable processor, hovering and gilding capabilities, accelerometers, gyroscopes, remote control, GPS, an advanced sensor pack with 18 individual environmental sensors, two cameras, and wi-fi compatibility.
