Available from Mil-Spec Monkey, the Liberty Belles 2014 calendar pays homage to US Military Special Forces with 12 beautiful women adorned in tactical gear and custom fit bikini uniforms. Covers all 12 months of 2014 plus a bonus pull out poster!
milspecmonkey.com/store/calendars/361-liberty-belles-calendar-2014.html
Veteran-owned business Bullets2Bandages currently has a crowdfunding campaign running on Indiegogo. They’re looking for funding to expand their product line with the Six Shooter Shot Glass. The completed glasses will come in two anodized colors: black and sliver. They’re designed as a replica of the cylinder from a Colt Revolver.
The glasses are machined from aircraft-grade aluminum, and comply with U.S. 21 CFR F.D.A. Reg Part 175.300 clause C1/C2/C3/C4, meaning according to the Government they’re safe to drink from. Additionally, they can be custom laser-engraved, for an extra touch of personalization.
www.indiegogo.com/projects/six-shooter-shot-glass
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Bullets2Bandages is a Veteran-owned small business located in San Diego, CA, founded in 2011 by two former Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal divers. They produce accessories and apparel that aim to honor those who have served the USA. B2B hires veterans, manufactures locally, and donates 15% of profits to veteran charities.
The .375 Caliber Bullet Space Pen uses a .375 H&H Magnum shell as a cap combined with a Fisher space pen. The pen is designed to fit into the case, writing side out, for a “…balanced and sturdy writing instrument.”
For those unfamiliar with the concept of a space pen, it utilizes thixotropic ink and a pressurized chamber that allows the pen to be used upside down, underwater, on oil and grease, and in temperature ranges from -30F/-35C to 250F/121C.
Lancer Airsoft’s GPNVG-18 Dummy is a non-functional replica of the L-3 Warrior Systems GPNVG-18, perhaps best known for its use by Seal Team Six in the flim Zero Dark Thirty. This particular model comes standard with clear and blue replacement lenses, dummy ANVIS cable, and dummy remote battery pack.
As far as replicas go, Lancer Tactical really hit it out of the park with their GPNVG-18 Dummy. The detail of this product is high: the Dummy is the proper size, features accurate accessories, and proper markings; There are identification stickers that come with the dummy that can be used to add further detail. The unit is made from sturdy plastic, and the non-functioning power button is made from a spongy foam-like material. Dials on either side of the eye pieces can be used to adjust their spacing.
The Dummy NVG is fairly lightweight, including the faux battery pack, so it’s not likely to cause any additional strain if mounted to a helmet. The replaceable lenses are a nice addition that adds a bit of customization to the unit. Please note that actually looking through the lenses is slightly disorienting, the lenses are convex (images appear upside down and reversed), so it’s best used as an accessory or for non-serious play.
If you happen to be looking for a replica GPNVG-18 to add that extra bit of detail to your kit, for role-playing purposes, or just because they’re cool looking, then you can’t go wrong with Lancer Tactical’s GPNVG-18 Dummy.
One last thing to note: For the purposes of the photography, I mounted the dummy GPNVG-18 on a Wilcox L4 G24 NVG mount. Although the dummy NVG did fit, it wasn’t completely secure to the mount and had the potential to slip off. Lancer Tactical offers their own L4 G24 NVG mount built for airsoft use that should better accommodate the dummy NVG.
The Lancer Tactical GPNVG-18 Dummy shown above is in Tan, although a Black model is also available.
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Real-time tactical game DoorKickers just saw its newest update to Alpha 5. Some of the new features in Alpha 5 include:
A full list of changes can be found at inthekillhouse.com/.
Alright! The world can always use more Liam Neeson films.
Digital Attack Map is a live data visualization of DDoS attacks around the globe, built through a collaboration between Google Ideas and Arbor Networks. The tool surfaces anonymous attack traffic data to let users explore historic trends and find reports of outages happening on a given day.
www.digitalattackmap.com/#anim=1&color=0&country=ALL&time=15999&view=map
If you’re looking for a pair of sneakers in the Japanese Self Defense Force ‘Jeitai’ (appropriately enough, that’s the Japanese name for the JSDF) pattern, then these Nike Air Max 90 SP might very well be your only option.
Hat Tip: Kicks On Fire
Black Rain Ordnance, in association with Advanced Armament Corp and Tactical Night Vision Company, is holding the Walking Dead Zombie Prepper Multi-Gun 2013. The event will consist of a seven stage 3-gun night shoot; no ambient light, only weapon, handheld, or head mounted lights. Visible lasers and red dot sights are also allowed.
For one of the stages, TNVC and AAC are hosting an all night vision, suppressed stage. Participants will also have the opportunity to run the new Team Wendy LTP helmet.
Here’s a promo video from last year’s event:
This year’s event will be held at CCC Security Range in Cresson, TX on Oct. 26/27.
For more info and to register for the event, visit lonestarprotect.com/walkingdead2013/
Gerber gear offers a selection of knives, flashlights, belts, and other survival tools for the outdoorsman. We purchased a small variety of Gerber survival tools, and put them to the test with our own weekend warriors, our three Boy Scouts. The rules were simple. They could select any of the products that wanted but had to write about their impressions.
Each week, we’ll feature a new Gerber product review written by one of the Scouts.
The Bear Grylls compact multi-tool features ten components:
It’s lightweight and compact, perfect for fitting on a keychain or in a pocket. External components and nail nicks allow for easy access to tools.
I like the variety of tools present on this multi-tool. The nail nicks make them easier to get out. Having a lanyard ring on the tool is good because it can be kept on a keyring or secured to other gear. I also like the small size, but at the same time that makes it a bit harder to find if you misplace it.
www.gerbergear.com/Survival/Tools/Survival-Series-Compact-Multi-Tool_31-000750
According to Bloody Disgusting, Sam and Bruce are doing a sequel to Army of Darkness, although this stinger from the recent reboot/remake/alternate universe film confirmed as much.
During a training mission from Malmstrom AFB on Feb. 2, 1970, this F-106 entered an uncontrollable flat spin forcing the pilot, Maj. (Ret.) Gary Foust, to eject. Unpiloted, the aircraft recovered on its own and made a gentle belly landing in a field near Big Sandy, Mont.
The limited edition DEFCON X Syndicate AOR shoes have been released, and we managed to get a hold of pairs of both the AOR1 SK-8 Hi Notchback “S” and the AOR2 Old Skool Pro “S”.
Sk8-Hi Notchback “S”
The Sk8-Hi Notchback “S” features a reinforced tan Warrior Suede upper. The AOR1-inspired digital desert pattern is printed on ripstop panels. Additional features include the leather side stripe with nylon webbing, the gusseted tongue with Velcro patch, notch back heel, flipped waffle sole for grip, Dri-Lex lining, paracord laces, and a custom DEFCON patch.
Old Skool “S”
The Old Skool “S” features a black Warrior Suede upper, paired with an AOR2-inspired digital woodland pattern printed on ballistic mesh panels. Additional feature include flipped waffle sole for grip, Dri-Lex lining, and paracord laces. The Old Skool “S” is designed mainly for skating.
Where to buy the DEFCON X Vans Syndicate AOR Shoes
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DEFCON is a frequent collaborator with Vans Syndicate. They started their camouflage shoes packs in the mid 2000s and were the first in footwear to work with Crye Precision directly for a MultiCam shoe. www.defcongroup.com/
The Vans Syndicate line offers limited edition products available mainly through skate shops and specialty boutiques. A full listing of Syndicate licensed stores in your area can be found at www.vanssyndicate.com/
Prometheus Lights’ Beta QR is billed as the “World’s First Quick-Release AAA Keychain Flashlight”. It features a Nichia 219 High CRI LED, which provides a CRI (Color Rendering Index) of 90+; for comparison, daylight scores a perfect 100 on the index. Three aluminum finishes will be offered. A fourth copper finish has a unique 3 mode driver that features an extra-low “moonlight” mode. Additionally, its extra-high mode is 40% brighter when compared to the high modes of the aluminum finished lights.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/darksucks/the-worlds-first-quick-release-aaa-keychain-flashl
Watch Dogs in an upcoming video game where you play a character that can manipulate a near-future Chicago by hacking the central computer system that controls almost every aspect of the city’s surveillance and public infrastructure. This video shows that the reality for Chicago is becoming quite close to the fiction of the game.
Thank you, Reddit!
The limited edition Striker Badlands Combat Shirt was created specifically for the Special Intervention Forces of the Silent Heroes Foundation, an organization that battles illegal rhinoceros horn trade in South Africa.
It features sleeves made of 50/50 NyCo ripstop Badlands camo, which are equipped with the typical Striker pocket configuration.
The torso and arm pit area uses a new Merino/COCONA knit for quick re-drying of the torso and arm pit area, which also offers excellent wear comfort. This fiber contains active charcoal to suppress bad odor after long periods of wearing. UF PRO air/pac inserts in the shoulder area provide further comfort.
The elbow areas are designed to hold D3O Trio Mid protectors, for additional elbow protection.
ufpro.si/uf_pro_products/shirts/41/uf_pro_striker_combat_shirt_silent_hero_edition/
This article was originally featured on SSD.
This is the Warfighter Package for fictional PMC Cold Harbor as seen in the ‘Black Powder \\ Red Earth’ series. How many of these items could you identify without clicking the link below?
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Check out these photos from this year’s New York Comic Con, taken by our friend Dave Tejada AKA Mojo, who was also dressed as a ‘Navy SEAL’.
Visit Mojo Tactical on Facebook, where you can also find links for more pics from the show floor:
www.facebook.com/MojoTactical
Airsplat is currently holding a jackpot box promotion for the new APS Airsoft UAR v2. Each box purchased is guaranteed to contain a random airsoft gun with a retail value that exceeds the cost of the box, ranging from AEG rifles to gas powered pistols; one grand prize box will contain the AS Urban Assault Rifle V.2. The box also includes the following freebies: an Airsplat Velcro Team airsoft patch, US flag Airsplat Velcro logo patch, and 6mm BIO BB 0.2g 1Kg 500 promo pack.
Because who doesn’t love pouring their favorite alcoholic beverage out of the glassware head of a flesh-eating ghoul?
The Juggernaut Case is a military grade rugged wearable case and mount for mobile devices designed to allow users to bring their smartphones to the field to enhance communication capabilities. The case itself is waterproof, dustproof, and shock and drop proof. It features hardened anti-glare glass screen protection, and offers quick phone insertion and removal. Available mounts for the Juggernaut Case will include sternum-strap and MOLLE/PALS chest straps, a forearm mount, and a back pack mount that attaches to any backpack shoulder strap in a vertical position. Juggernaut Cases are currently available for a variety of Motorola and Samsung mobile devices.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/1497281316/ruggedized-wearable-iphone-5-case-and-mounts-for-a
Winnifred Beach’s (Sport Utility) Bathrobe just got an upgrade. The updated model is made using organic bamboo-cotton fleece with brushed nylon panels and pockets, and features a lined adjustable hood. Two large side cargo pockets are conveniently able to fit an iPad. One large chest pocket features toothbrush, pen, and smartphone holders. An additional chest pocket has hook and loop closure. The elbows are reinforced, and the jacket utilizes Velcro epaulettes. Available in Small (36″-38″), Medium (40″-42″), and Large (44″-46″) sizes.
www.winnifred-beach.com/products/winnifred-beach-sport-utility-bathrobe-2-0
Gerber gear offers a selection of knives, flashlights, belts, and other survival tools for the outdoorsman. We purchased a small variety of Gerber survival tools, and put them to the test with our own weekend warriors, our three Boy Scouts. The rules were simple. They could select any of the products that wanted but had to write about their impressions.
Each week, we’ll feature a new Gerber product review written by one of the Scouts.
The Bear Grylls Scout Essentials Kit is a polypropylene case that doubles as a water capturing device, filled with these survival essential items:
The kit also contains a Priorities of Survival Guide.
I like this kit because everything in it is useful when outdoors. The basic first aid kit would be good for treating minor injuries, and having a knife and light with you is always useful. The matches and compass would also serve well in a survival situation. I also like how the case also has use as a water catcher.
www.gerbergear.com/Survival/Gear/Bear-Grylls-Scout-Essentials-Kit_31-001078
