The new phonebooks are here! The new phonebooks are here!
Not a Steve Martin fan? How about the PTS’ New Texture MOE Grips, newly arrived in Black and Dark Earth from Spartan Imports.
PTS textured MOE grips
April 5th, 2012iPad 3 Meets Tactical Pants
April 5th, 2012From Tactical Gear News. I figured you might like this. One thing: don’t wear tactical pants on the airport to SHOT, or to walk around a gun show just because. You look a little silly, unless you’re just longing to return to the days of walking the diamond in Asscrackistan. In that case, go ahead. Jack Idema needs a fan club.
iPad 3 Meets Tactical Pants
Nora Holloway
When Apple unveiled its next generation of iPad, we looked down at our tactical pants and wondered if that awesomely oversized pocket could hold our beloved mobile computing device. With the dimensions remaining the same, we remembered the Tactical Pants Blog‘s quest for the perfect iPad 2 pocket. In this experiment, they tested the pocket capacity limits of the biggest brands in operator apparel.
Luckily, they photo documented the experiment, so you don’t have to take our word for it.
Genuine Gear – An affordable fit
One of the clear winners, Genuine Gear’s tactical pants ($29.99) would easily holster the newest addition to the iPad family. Pictures don’t lie… the iPad 2 fits in not one, but two pockets—the cargo pocket and the front pocket with the flap open. However, if you aren’t paying attention at all times, that pricey Apple investment could come crashing to the ground.
5.11 Tactical – Not even close
The iPad 2 didn’t quite fit in the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pants or the original weight. No amount of shoving will make that iPad 3 slide into either styles’ pockets.
Blackhawk – A good fit is hard to come by
The discontinued Blackhawk Warrior Wear Tactical Pants were proclaimed the best fit. Unfortunately, it’s not an item that can easily found, well, anywhere. Sorry dudes.
Kitanica – Ehhh… Almost
While the more expensive trousers on the list, Kitanica’s tactical pants had two pockets that could carry the iPad. However, the test subject shared that it didn’t feel 100 percent safe for that Apple.
Perhaps in a perfect world without jostles or pickpockets and absolute surefootedness, the iPad could be securely stowed in your fave pair of tactical pants. Sadly, until a pocket is tailored to the cradle that fragile device, we would suggest sticking to that backpack, briefcase or oversized purse (or murse).
Crye Precision Plate Carrier (overview)
April 5th, 2012Check out this video from a dedicated MilSim Airsofter. It looks over all the standard features of the Crye Precision JPC. He says we’ll be some additional videos in the near future showing the different pouches and modular pieces mounted to it.
Ghost Recon Network
April 5th, 2012
What is Ghost Recon Network? Well, in layman’s terms, it could be called the Ghost Recon equivalent to Call of Duty ELITE, but that wouldn’t be doing the service justice. It boasts more than enough unique features to distance itself from its competitors.
Ghost Recon Future Soldier 7.1 Surround Headset
April 5th, 2012Tritton has a new set of headsets out for those of you who’re jonesing for Ghost Recon: Future Soldier. It uses Dolby Surround 7.1 technology to create the “immersive feeling of high-end home theater setups.” I don’t know if the “3D sound field” will give you a competitive edge, but it will certainly improve the sense that you’ve been transported into the war zone. Find more information on this and other Ghost Recon related gear at Madcatz.
Predator Intelligence & BCS Tactical Contest
April 4th, 2012Want to win some serious $ worth of kit? Follow directions.
Medford Knife “Real Steel Showdown”
April 4th, 2012You anywhere in driving distance of Phoenix? Like knives? Beer? Girls? BBQ? Live music? If you answered yes, then you need to check out the Medford Knife Real Steel Showdown. If you answered no, chances are you’re a hippie and you shouldn’t be reading this anyway.
Hello Stormtrooper: the next thing you need.
April 4th, 2012Orca Industries has a lot of cool stuff in the way of morale patches and other swag. Here’s something a little different for ya. Buy it here.
Tactical Fanboy: Orca Industries "Hello Stormtrooper"
Special on Woolrich pants, 75% off from Botach
April 3rd, 2012Got this forwarded to me, if you need some pants. Not sure how long it will last.
A dealnews exclusive! Botach Tactical offers dealnews readers the Woolrich Men’s Elite Discreet MK II Canvas Pants [not the special offer] in Black (pictured), Navy, Green, or Khaki for $79.98. Coupon code “dealnews” cuts it to $19.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from a week ago (which only included two colors) and the lowest total price we could find for comparable pants by $10. These pants feature ripstop front pockets and two side-leg zippered pockets for discreet concealed carry. They’re offered in waist sizes 28 to 48 and inseam lengths 30 to 36.
- Brand: Woolrich
- Model Number: Woolrich-44910BLK
Link to special here:
Woolrich Men’s Elite Discreet MK II Canvas Pants
CamoVision goes Kloak
April 3rd, 2012JerryJack Outdoors has licensed Kloak Konsealment pattern camo for its “CamoVision” eyewear.
“With CamoVision adopting our KLOAK line of cryptic camouflage in its state-of-the-art eyewear, hunters can get closer than ever to total concealment when in the field,” said Steve Regan, President and CEO of Genesis Pattern Technologies. “Once again, the fact that CamoVision chose KLOAK for its unique technology is very exciting to Genesis.” (Kloak cammie patterns are based on mimicry patterning and ‘cryptic’ colorations found in the natural world. (Some of you may remember Kloak from SHOT.)
CamoVision uses a bonding pattern to add a camouflage pattern to the lenses. This makes you look cool and has the additional benefit (if looking cool isn’t enough for you) of masking your eye movement from whatever you’re hunting.
Not zombies, it should be noted. Zombies don’t respond to typical predator-prey dynamics, and won’t care about your eyes. Or hippies. They will be too stoned to care.
Lenses are impact resistant polycarbonate UV on nylon frames. They plan on having multiple patterns on styles for for men, women and children.
For more information, check out CamoVision; for more about Kloak, check their website.
Behind the Scenes at Griffon Industries
April 3rd, 2012
Important Public Safety Notice from MKT
April 3rd, 2012
A public safety notice from Medford Knife and Tools.
Wild Space!
April 2nd, 2012This is so unrealistic. Everyone knows Mind Flayers hate Githyanki. Or Githzerai. Or something. I’m still too shaken by the epic awesomeness of this to say something witty.
Would it be too much to ask for them to have added in a half dozen half-nekkid Drow wenches?
Please God, let someone go ahead and make something like this full length.
MKT’s Praetorian
April 2nd, 2012Soldier Systems Daily just posted about Medford Knife and Tool’s new USMC EOD knife. I thought you might be interested in his Praetorian. (Find MKT’s website or go like them on Facebook.)
For myself, I’m looking forward to his video series on window breakin’, but hey, I like watching Greg break stuff.
For the Army grunts
April 2nd, 2012Check out the new picture from the US Army Infantry Facebook page.
This is the website that’s on there.
The Sharp Dressed Shooter
April 2nd, 2012Reprinted here courtesy of the Gear Locker. Go check them out if you haven’t already.
You may of heard of ZZ Top’s song, “Sharp Dressed Man”. When a box arrived from Tactical Distributors, that was the song that popped into my head. Inside the box, we had enough goodies to outfit a shooter for the field, the range, a game, or day of training. We received a pair of Vertx pants, TD’s very own Shooter’s Shirt, and Multicam Under Armor Heat Gear Shirt, and the Black Palm Syndicate FlexFit hat in Multicam.
To start the review, we are going to look at Tactical Distributor’s Shooter Shirt with Velcro. When I say this shirt is soft, it is an under statement. TD went with 100% Pima Cotton and it feels great when the weather gets warm. A nice side benefit is they put a 4 inch x 3 inch section of Velcro for your favorite morale , ID, or name patch. Another nice feature is no tag in the back of the neck. It is printed into the shirt. And the seams are taped, so you don’t feel them as go through out your day.
When you head the range or the field, and want to stand out a bit, wear one of these and people will take a second look. They currently come in Black Heather, Coyote Tan, and Olive Brown in sizes Small to XXL.
Left Side Velcro
Shooter Shirt in Tan
We don’t need to stinkin tags
Next out of the box were a pair of Vertx Pants . I have been a HUGE fan of Vertx pants for a while now. They are in my top 5 of pants. One of the reasons that I like them so much is they do not look “Tactical”. If you had a scale from 1 to 10. I would say these are 3 or a 4, where a pair of 5.11 or LA Police Gear tactical pants would be a 8 or a 9. I have actually worn these on Fridays in my office and no one made a note of them. So, that is a great side benefit for those readers that need to use them to work in, and blend into the crowd.
The pants are very comfortable to wear, and that is in part to the materials used. Vertx uses “Advantage Stretch”, which is 98% cotton and 2% lycra. Couple that with articulated hip, and knees, gusset crotch, and a comfort waistband, and you can live in these pants for hours at a time. Running, bounding, crouching is very comfortible in these pants. They fit well of 6 inch and 8 inch tall boots.
The other features that I like about them are the pockets. They are not baggy, and until you put items into them, stay flat against the sides of your legs. That is a nice touch, as it keeps the “tactical” look toned down a bit. And for the back pockets, each one has a flap to help keep your wallet, ID, or documents in the pocket and not slip out if you are in a vehicle.
Vertx Tactical pants come in Tan, Kahki, and Olive Drab. And sizes from 30×30 to 40×36
Vertx Pants
Articulated Knee
The RH Pocket has a inner pocket with a zipper. Great for small items.Next out of the box, we have the Multicam Shirt from Under Armor. It is made from their Heat Gear material and ArmourBlock Anti-odor technology. The shirt is going to be a great addition to the summer kit. This shirt will keep you cool on the field or the range.
Notice the UA logo on the shirt is muted
UA’s LogoAnd finally, Tactical Distributor put into the box the Black Palm Syndicate FelxFit hat in Multicam. The hat is a “one size fits most” with the Flexfit soft-shell material. It is designed to be worn all day, and you can sport your favorite moral patch on the front. On the side, is the BPS logo. It is a great item to top off that “Tacticool” Look. The hat comes in two sizes, Small/Medium and Large/XL.
Black Palm Syndicate’s logo
FlexFit allows the hat to adjust to your head
I highly recommend you head over to Tactical Distribtor’s website. They have a ton of items of dozens of manufacturers and their shipping is by the far the fastest in the industry. And, don’t forget, they have some of the best customer service in the industry.
Eric Out!
Gratuitous hawt tattooed chick
April 2nd, 2012
Osprey Publishing’s awesome new Monopoly set
April 1st, 2012This is the Osprey Monopoly you have heard about complete with description. (Now if they’d just do a version of Risk or Stratego.)
For nearly the last two years, we’ve kept the development of Osprey Monopoly a closely guarded secret, but we just can’t contain the excitement any longer!
Coming later this year, we’ll be releasing a limited-edition run of 1,000 sets. Along with the our exclusive Osprey board, featuring some of our greatest books, you also get our special decks of ‘Chance’ and ‘Ammo Chest’ cards, plastic bunker and fortress pieces to fortify your properties, and a set of our metal game tokens (there’s no hat, but there is a Humvee!).
While the game mostly follows the traditional Monopoly rules of moving around the board, buying properties and building on them, we have included a few special rules that make for a slightly more ‘explosive’ game. But I don’t want to give too much away.
Keep your eye on the blog for a chance to pre-order this limited-edition set, and be the envy of all your friends.
www.ospreypublishing.com/blog/Osprey_Monopoly
This article appeared first on Soldier Systems Daily.
Epic Everywhere Camouflage Pattern
April 1st, 2012Better Camo has released a new pattern of camouflage that is guaranteed to replace all of their previous patterns; in fact, it will probably replace everyone else’s camouflage. They say it’s ‘one new pattern to rule them all.’ (Not sure if it will find them or in the darkness bind them.) The ECP Everywhere Camouflage Pattern is guaranteed to work everywhere. There will be no need for multiple cammie patterns in gear and uniforms henceforth, no matter what the operational environment.
Rumor has it USSOCOM, JSOC and Ninja Force 17 are all looking at this pattern. One thing is for sure; we have never had a camo pattern like this available before.
We will soon be publishing T&E results by Magnum Tuggs and Airborne Willie. Stand by.
New NatGeo show that blows Shark Week away
April 1st, 2012Wicked Tuna. That’s right, Wicked Tuna. It’s going to be epic. Watch the video preview.
Ultimate Tactical Doorkicking Slippers
April 1st, 2012
Impact Weapons Components Tactical Rehydration
April 1st, 2012Impact Weapons Components has announced the release of their new TRC – Tactical Refreshment Carrier, a convenient rail-mounted rifle accessory that eleminates PFD (Premature Fluid Discharge). Another signature IWC product (IWC has many, and they’re good), the TRC is designed to meet the needs of Civilians, LEO’s, Neighborhood Watch or rifle/carbine Students attending certain celebrity trainers classes who are unable or unwilling to set their beverage down. [You know the type; many of us have trained with metrotacticals. Some of us ARE metrotaticals.]
Premature fluid discharge is eliminated, thanks to the TRC Dynamic Unidirectional Proximity Engagement System. The Dynamic Unidirectional Proximity Engagement System isIWC’s Pat. Pending mounting solution which securely holds beverage level while on the range, out hunting or on a Stakeout. Polymer construction is ultra-lightweight and easy to clean. Price: $12.95. Place you order now! Shipments begin April 1, 2012.
Real gunfighters can feel the wind on their knees: 5.11’s Tactical Duty Kilt
April 1st, 2012You know why bagpipers march back and forth while they play? To get away from the music! So, here’s the new 5.11 Tactical “Tactical Kilt.” Endorsed by Kyle Lamb and Scruffy Wallace of the Drop Kick Murphys. There can be only one!
As Soldier Systems said, well played 5.11, well played…
Ultimate weapon of doorkickery
April 1st, 2012The personal CQB Sniper Weapon System of the man who founded HoTac (HoTac CQBSWS). “Real world tools borne from real world experience.” Or, as the most dangerous H0-Tac graduates are won’t to say after the harrowing conclusion of their most desperate missions: Oderint dum metuant, nunc est bibendum; Nil desperandum, nemo saltat sobrius.
Check back on Tactical Fanboy later this week for video of Airborne Willie and Magnum Tubbs using this at the shoot house.
The ultimate in ballistic badassery: HoTac CQBSWS, also available with laser/light combo, suppressor, horizontal foregrip and bayonet.
Hat tip to those steely-eyed bastards at Spartan for spotting this bad boy at the semi-private wet works shooting range at that secret snake-eater facility none of us are allowed to talk about.
The Avengers: Samurai Version
April 1st, 2012Just kidding. It’s not a samurai version, but you have to admit it sounds pretty kewl in Japanese. Plus we get a better look at some of the alien invasion, a couple new shots of Hawkeye…gotta like it…and dig that helicarrier.
Please, don’t let them screw this up. Please.
