I like Gosling. I like Ford. I like Leto. I like the aesthetic. I like the music.
Please don’t suck.
Blade Runner 2049 – Official Trailer
May 8th, 2017United Cutlery – M48 Cyclone Fixed Blade Knife
May 7th, 2017
United Cutlery’s M48 Cyclone is a tri-edge knife with a spiral cutting edge that comes down to a point. The handle is fiberglass reinforced nylon, with a skull crusher pommel. The M48 Cyclone comes with a specially designed sheath.
www.unitedcutlery.com/ProductDetail.aspx?itemno=UC3163&cat=M4
Today Is Free Comic Book Day 2017
May 6th, 2017
Just a reminder that today is Free Comic Book Day! Head on over to your favorite local comic shop and pick up some free comics. Most places have a limit on how many you can have; my local shop said 3, but hey, free is free, right?
RE Factor Tactical – Survival Shoe Laces
May 5th, 2017
Survival Shoe Laces are laces made of 550 FireCord, a material which features one red fire-starting strand, along with 7 additional paracord strands for survival usage. The Survival Shoe Laces are sized at 72″ long, and RE Factor included a hidden handcuff key for escaping illegal restraint.
Available in Black, Tan, and Ranger Green.
www.refactortactical.com/collections/survival-gear/products/survival-shoe-laces
SilencerCo – Silencing Myths: Video Game Misconceptions
May 4th, 2017In this video, SilencerCo addresses some common misconceptions about how effective suppressors truly are at reducing sound report, based on their oftentimes Hollywood-esque portrayal in modern video games.
Marvel’s The Defenders Official Trailer
May 3rd, 2017While I’ve seen all of ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Luke Cage’, I didn’t watch any of ‘Jessica Jones’, and I only made it through episode 4 of ‘Iron Fist’. Still, even with only having seen a little over half of the Netflix Marvel series, it’s not hard to get at least a bit excited about the upcoming ‘The Defenders’ teamup series. As a bonus, it has the same showrunner as ‘Daredevil’ Season 2, Marco Ramirez, so there’s a better chance it’s more on the ‘Daredevil’ side of quality, and less on the ‘Iron Fist’ side.
All episodes of ‘The Defenders’ will be available on Netflix starting August 18th, 2017.
Tokyo Mauri – Thor’s Hammer Albert 02 Airsoft Replica
May 2nd, 2017
Tokyo Mauri has been offering Biohazard/Resident Evil-licensed airsoft guns for quite some time now, and they’ll be expanding those offerings with the release of the Albert 02 replica from the upcoming ‘Resident Evil 7: Biohazard’ DLC, ‘Not A Hero’. The Albert 02 is a combat shotgun that will be wielded by series regular Chris Redfield (or is he?). It looks like the 3-way love child of a SCAR, USAS-12, and the forend of a Warsport LVOA.
The Albert 02 is itself derived from Tokyo Mauri’s ‘Thor’s Hammer’, which is an original airsoft gun created in-house by their design team, and not directly modeled after any real world firearms.
Look forward to seeing the Albert 02 airsoft replica when it releases this Summer, and the ‘Not A Hero’ DLC when it releases.
NRAAM 2017 – BAR Floor Lamp
May 1st, 2017This post was originally published on Soldier Systems Daily.
If you are looking for the ultimate accessory for your man cave or office, this BAR Floor Lamp I spotted in the Ohio Ordnance booth is just what you need.
These limited edition lamps are just five of a run of 10 and each one is serialized “x of 10.” They are really cool. The Trigger actually functions as the on/off switch and includes working sights/safety/mag release/bipod. The Barrels are 1944 dated and the base is fashioned into the Ohio Ordnance logo. Finally, this piece of art is signature engraved.
Brace yourself. The cost is $6500, but they are manufactured from actual BAR parts and not plastic lookalikes.
If you are interested, email RLandies@oowinc.com.
Alien: Covenant – Prologue: The Crossing
April 30th, 2017David totally bombed the Engineer homeworld with the Black Fluid, didn’t he?
Blitzkreig Tactical – JL Billet Forward Fist
April 29th, 2017
JL Billet has developed what they’ve dubbed the ‘Forward Fist’, a vertical grip for M-LOK-spec rails which is designed to look like a pair of brass knuckles. Made of aircraft grade billet aluminum, the Forward Fist is, according to the company, comfortable and ergonomic. It will soon be offered in KeyMod, as well.
/k/ Repurposes A NERF Magazine
April 28th, 2017
Considering how much I talk about NERF products on here, I wanted to share this; got a kick out of it.
Umarex Airguns Exhibiting at the Annual NRA Meeting and Exhibits Show
April 27th, 2017FORT SMITH, AR (April 25, 2017) – Umarex USA announces its upcoming exhibition at the 146th NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits following high demand generated by its introduction of innovative new products at the most recent Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show. The NRA Annual Exhibits, this year April 28-30 in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the most attended consumer gun shows every year. Exhibition at the NRA Show provides consumers a relaxed venue where they can handle a variety of Umarex Airguns like the Gauntlet, Octane Elite, and Umarex Forge. Consumers will also have opportunities to get one of the new Big Blast reactive target caps and learn more about the .50 caliber Umarex Hammer and Umarex ARX ammunition.
“The NRA Show offers us a unique opportunity to connect with our fans and shooters of all disciplines,” said Richard Turner, President of Umarex USA. “The innovation and technology in our products has generated a lot of excitement and there’s no better venue to connect with the expected 80,000 plus patriots than the NRA Annual Exhibits.”
Show attendees are encouraged to visit Booth 656 to check out the special NRA Edition of the 7.5 inch Colt Peacemaker only available at UmarexUSA.com. Attendees can also shoot the new Umarex Gauntlet at the NRA Airgun Range room #B308 and B309.
Sign up for email notifications about Umarex Airguns at UmarexUSA.com.
Call Of Duty: WWII Reveal Trailer
April 26th, 2017Call of Duty: WWII’s reveal trailer dropped today, offering a blend of ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Band of Brothers’ mixed with shiny graphics. The reveal itself was pretty bare, as expected, giving virtually no details on the multiplayer, but Nazi Zombies was confirmed, which is great if you’re into that sort of thing. With E3 being as close as it is, they’ll be sure to reveal more WWII info at that show.
Supposedly, the campaign will be devoid of regenerating health, rather requiring players to seek out a squad medic for healing, and ammo has to be requested from squad mates. Classic WWII weapons such as the M1 Garand, M1903 Springfield, M3 Grease Gun, MG42, and StG 44 were all confirmed either by footage or developer mention, which is obvious, and more weapons are guaranteed to follow as info becomes more available.
Call of Duty: WWII released November 3rd, 2017.
Kingsman: The Golden Circle
April 25th, 2017Kingsman – members are named after knights in Authurian legend; makes sense.
Statesman – members are named after different brands/types of alcohol… ok.
Still, the first movie was pure gold, and if the sequel has the same level of polish, it’s sure to be a hit.
Kingsman: The Golden Circle releases September 22, 2017.
BLACKHAWK! Launches New Fall Apparel Line at 2017 National Rifle Association Annual Meetings and Exhibits
April 24th, 2017
Overland Park, KS – April 24, 2017 – BLACKHAWK!’s commitment to quality, reliability and durability are reflected in every item it produces. That includes BLACKHAWK!’s new fall apparel line for 2017, which launches at the NRA Show on April 27 to 30. The line features eight new clothing styles, including shirts, pants and jackets— everything needed to feel comfortable and confident while performing at the highest level.
“We are excited about the extensions to the apparel line for Fall 2017 season,” said Jamie Lindberg, BLACKHAWK! Senior Manager of Apparel Merchandising. “We feel confident we have a comprehensive line that really aligns with our consumer expectations of performance and quality, as well as brings a modern design aesthetic to the market.”
The line includes a distinctive “perfect” shirt collection. The Purpose Shirt, Precision Shirt and Verity Shirt were all developed off of consumer insights on what makes a shirt perfect for concealed carry. The Purpose Shirt features Tac Flow 2.0 fabric, a lightweight, quick-dry fabric that is designed for continuous movement and breathability. The Precision Shirt includes a stain resistant coating to resist oil, water and stains, while the Verity Shirt features plaid fabric to reduce imprinting and breakaway snap plackets to allow for quick access. A new polo in the line called the Cool React Polo features a sweat activated technology on the interior of the fabric, which creates a cooling sensation keeping you both cool and dry.
In addition to these items, two jackets and a pair of pants will also be available. The garments are designed for operators and personnel who demand a reliable blend of function and security. The balance of the 2017 apparel line is designed to make every-day concealed carry more comfortable with well-designed features and innovative fabrics. Non-printing casual shirts and polos are designed for daily wear and to retain BLACKHAWK! functionality.
BLACKHAWK!’s steadfast dedication to quality traces back to the roots of the company, and the attention to detail shows in every stitch. That tradition continues with the 2017 apparel line. BLACKHAWK! apparel fights hard and wears easy.
BLACKHAWK!, a Vista Outdoor brand, is committed to providing the best class of tactical gear. For more information, visit www.blackhawk.com.
Go Team Venture! The Art and Making of the Venture Bros.
April 23rd, 2017
Venture Bros., the loving tribute/parody to the classic Hanna-Barbera adventure cartoons of the 60’s and 70’s, particularly Johnny Quest (although other inspirations are apparent), is now the subject of a making of/art book published by Dark Horse. The book, written by Ken Plume, with extensive input by Venture Bros. creators Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer, features behind-the-scenes content spanning all 6 seasons of the Venture Bros., along with original sketches and never-before-seen artwork. Check out the official product page below to see where it is sold.
www.darkhorse.com/Books/20-077/Go-Team-Venture-The-Art-and-Making-of-the-Venture-Bros-HC
Gummi Army Guys
April 22nd, 2017
It’s gummy candy, it’s little green army men; what’s not to like?
Feel free to pick a few up from the non-affiliate Amazon link below:
www.amazon.com/Albanese-Candy-Gummi-Army-5-pound/dp/B004G97202
Call Of Duty WWII Confirmed
April 21st, 2017
OK, so it’s not like it wasn’t already ‘confirmed’ last month, but this is an ‘official’ confirmation. Next Wednesday, 4/26, is the official reveal; a bit earlier than E3, but, hey, who’s gonna complain?
Based on years past, we should see some early footage next week at the reveal, followed by campaign footage at E3 2017 (edited ‘in the interest of time’), and finally an official multiplayer reveal sometime afterwards, followed by the standard November release.
American Assassin Trailer
April 20th, 2017As long as the characters in the movie recognize that a rear sight doesn’t sit on the eyebrow, then it’ll be just fine.
Nikon Introduces New LaserForce Rangefinder Binocular
April 19th, 2017Melville, NY (April 19, 2017) – Nikon Sport Optics has officially announced the introduction of its highly anticipated binocular with a built-in 1900-yard laser rangefinder. The new LaserForce rangefinder binocular combines superior optical quality, ergonomic single-hand control, technologically enhanced features and a 100% backing with Nikon’s No-Fault Policy. This combination equates to a highly efficient, must-have optic for results-driven hunters and shooters.
LaserForce features a laser capable of ranging distances from 10-1900 yards* with instantaneous readouts on a crisp OLED display. Distances are displayed in 0.1 yd increments to 100 yards, and 1-yard increments over 100 yards. The OLED display offers a 4-step brightness adjustment, making it easily readable under any light conditions and against various objects.
Featuring Nikon’s ID (Incline/Decline) Technology to compensate for the effects that slope has on trajectory, LaserForce provides hunters and shooters with the compensated range necessary to make the shot, whether uphill, downhill or on level ground.
The 10×42 binocular component of the optic features ED (Extra-low dispersion) Glass. This superior glass corrects chromatic aberration that causes color fringing for high-resolution, contrast-rich images. Additionally, full multilayer-coated lenses and prisms and a reflective mirror coating that is applied on the mirror surface of the roof prism unit reveal pristine images. The long eye relief design, combined with turn-and-slide rubber eyecups facilitate a custom fit for users’ individual viewing needs, with or without eyeglasses.
The overall design of LaserForce was engineered with the specific needs of hunters and shooters traveling the world’s most rugged types of terrain. The rubber armoring conforming to a metal die-cast body provides a highly durable exterior with a grip that is tailored to the texture and shape of the human hand. LaserForce is also completely waterproof/fogproof with a nitrogen-purged body that prevents fogging or molding inside the optical system, even under significant changes in temperature.
With an MSRP of $1,199.95, LaserForce is the single optic solution for serious hunters and shooters who mandate a high-quality binocular to acquire a distant target and a dependable laser to range the exact distance before taking the shot.
PeterSripol Modifies A NERF Blaster
April 18th, 2017YouTube content creator Peter Sripol has recently released this video, where he modifies a pump-action NERF blaster into a pneumatic cannon of sorts. Due to its design, it can launch virtually any object that can fit down its barrel, which is shown to great effect during the footage.
You can check out more of PeterSripol’s YouTube content on his channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UC7yF9tV4xWEMZkel7q8La_w
DP-12 Tactical Pen
April 17th, 2017
The DP-12 is a double-barrel pump-action 12 gauge shotgun with a unique firing mechanism; after each pump, pulling the trigger twice fires both barrels one after the other. So, in a way, you can say the DP-12 is kind of a hybrid pump/semi-auto shotgun.
Standard Manufacturing, the makers of the DP-12, have just released a tactical pen with DP-12 branding. It features an aircraft grade aluminum body, with a integral hardened steel glass breaking tool/self-defense device, and a pocket clip. The pen has the DP-12 logo on the body, and refills with standard ink cartridges. I can’t help but feel there’s a missed opportunity here. They really should have made the pen with a double point, or something.
Star Wars Battlefront II Reveal Trailer
April 16th, 2017Check out this reveal trailer for Star Wars Battlefront II, which premiered as part of this year’s Star Wars Celebration. DICE’s Battlefront, a reboot of the beloved Star Wars Battlefront series developed by Pandemic Studios in the mid 2000s, was a technically-impressive but somewhat lackluster game, featuring gorgeous graphics mixed with what ultimately felt more like Battlefield groundplay in a Star Wars skin, and vehicle combat which many gamers felt paled in comparison to its predecessor series. This sequel promises an actual story campaign, along with key battles from all three eras of the current Star Wars mainline canon, and the addition of space combat.
Hopefully, with this iteration of the Battlefront series, the game truly improves on its predecessor, and draws a bit more from Pandemic’s previous take on the franchise.
The Walking Dead Michonne with Michonne’s Pets Walker Twin Pack – Threezero Exclusive)
April 15th, 2017
Threezero is offering an exclusive 1/6 scale figure pack of Michonne and her Walker pets from The Walking Dead television series. The figures are fully-articulated, with tailored and weathered clothing, as well as all appropriate accessories, including Michonne’s iconic katana. Available now for preorder.
www.threezerohk.com/product/the-walking-dead-michonne-exclusive
Star Wars: The Last Jedi Teaser Trailer
April 14th, 2017Star Wars for Christmas! Woo!
