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Perseverance Survival Woobie Hoodie

By on January 9, 2018 in EDC

I recently had the flu and I am not sure I would have made it through without a poncho liner, or woobie, that kept me warm while I wasted away on the couch. My wife and I even keep an after-market poncho liner with improved insulation near our bed in the winter to stave off the morning cold that comes with having a wood heated house. It is safe to say that woobies are integrated into my life and I suspect many of you are the same… but what if you could wear one all the time?

That is exactly what the Perseverance Survival Woobie Hoodie is all about. It is a hoodie, the world’s most versatile top, that is made from a woobie, the world’s most versatile blanket. You can wear it on its own or use it as an insulation layer under a shell in cold weather.

The Woobie Hoodie is available in three colors: Coyote, MARPAT, and good old Woodland Camo. I just ordered a Woodland Camo version for myself from Kit Fox Outfitters and I might do a review on it once I put it through its paces.

You can check out the Woobie Hoodie at PerseveranceSurvival.com.

Sneak Peek: 5col Survival Supply HPG Kit Bag Survival Kit

By on January 8, 2018 in EDC, Preparedness, Survival, Tactical Gear

5col Survival Supply is developing a survival kit designed specifically to fit the Hill People Gear Kit Bag. The kit features quality components from Solkoa Survival Systems, Aquamira, UCO, and more. Given the versatile load carrying capability of the Kit Bag and it’s ability to stay with the wearer even when they have to drop their pack, I am surprised there hasn’t been other similar kits developed.

Stay tuned for additional details.

B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. To Exhibit at SHOT Show 2018

By on January 8, 2018 in Guns

January 8, 2018 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. will be exhibiting the MAWL®, GLARE®, and IZLID® series of lasers, as well as the BOARS-M2™ at SHOT Show 2018 in Las Vegas, NV on January 23-26, 2018. This is the first time that B.E. Meyers & Co. will have the new Flat Dark Earth MAWL on display for public viewing. The company’s booth (20434) is located on the second floor of the show in the Law Enforcement section.

B.E. Meyers & Co.’s Modular Advanced Weapon Laser (MAWL) is a high power infrared and visible green Aiming and Illumination laser for individual carbines. It offers improved ergonomics, interface, and performance. Additionally, the MAWL-CLAD features a full suite of SWIR and NIR capabilities. The MAWL has been designed from the ground up around the needs of the modern night fighter and is currently in use and deployed on operations with both Special Forces groups, and security agencies in the U.S., Europe, and other nations.

The GLARE RECOIL, was selected by the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) as the sole source winner for the U.S. Marine Corps’ Ocular Interruption Systems (OIS) program and designated the LA-22/U. It features the B.E. Meyers & Co. patented SmartRange™ technology that utilizes laser range finding and near-field detection to self-regulate power output. The result is a product that represents the pinnacle of Hail and Warning systems technology, featuring controlled EyeSafe™ irradiance while simultaneously achieving maximum permissible exposure on target. B.E. Meyers & Co. also offers a class 1M variant of the LA-22/U, the GLARE HELIOS.

In response to the need for a modular, compact optic mount for the M2 platform, B.E. Meyers & Co. developed a revolutionary low profile mounting solution, the BOARS-M2™. It offers a modular, quick-disconnect system with true return-to-zero reattach. The BOARS-M2’s low profile form factor increases operator survivability by lowering the end-user defilade.

The IZLID series of NIR and SWIR lasers are rugged, versatile, dependable, and designed for a wide range of applications and platforms. Primary applications include marking, pointing, targeting, and illumination. The IZLIDs can be used as handheld units or mounted to various weapons systems or aircraft.

For a hands-on demonstration of B.E. Meyers & Co., products, or to schedule a meeting with the Sales Team, please contact sales@bemeyers.com.

For more information about B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. and their products visit www.bemeyers.com.

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B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. (www.bemeyers.com) is an ISO 9001:2008-certified manufacturer of optoelectronic devices used in defense and law enforcement applications. The company’s core technologies include infrared and visible lasers for weapons aiming and illumination; non-lethal visual disruption green lasers for long-range hail and warning; night-vision devices; and long-range surveillance systems. Customers include all branches of the U.S. Military; Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies; foreign defense and security organizations; and defense contractors worldwide. Established in 1974, B.E. Meyers’ business offices, engineering, and manufacturing operations are located in Redmond, Washington.

Review: Black Rhino Concealment Oscar Mike Wallet

By on January 5, 2018 in EDC, Reviews

I’ve spent the last 2 months with Black Rhino Concealment’s Oscar Mike Wallet in my back pocket… and I don’t plan on that changing after this review is completed.

Overview

The Oscar Mike Wallet (or On the Move Wallet) is an ultra-compact wallet created from rugged materials. The wallet is built around a webbing sleeve that can hold around 10 cards. The sleeve contains a simple webbing pull tab that allows you to lift the cards partially in order to sort through and find the one you need.

The front of the sleeve has a nylon card slot sewn to it that can be used to provide immediate access to your 2 most used cards. The back of the sleeve has an elastic strap used to hold folded cash.

Observations from Use

There are lots of wallets on the market. Some offer great access and organization. Some are extremely compact. The impressive thing about the Oscar Mike Wallet is that it offers great access and organization in a very compact wallet.

I have 9 cards in the sleeve and 2 in the nylon card slot and this wallet is still very compact. It pretty much disappears in the back pocket of a pair of jeans. Yet, in spite of how small this wallet is, I have immediate access to everything in it. I keep my ID and the only credit card I used in the front pocket where they can be accessed without even having to unfold a wallet.

The rest of my cards like insurance cards or reward program cards are kept in the sleeve where they would be real pain to access if it wasn’t for the “Quick-Draw Tab”. This is a simple strap that wraps under the cards so that when you pull it, it lifts the cards out of the sleeve. I usually just lift them about 1/3rd of the way out of the sleeve so that the elastic is still holding them tight but I can fan them slightly to find the card I need. It is a dead simple system that works perfectly and it might be the coolest thing about this wallet. I never would have thought you can stack that many cards into a deep elastic pouch and expect to be able to easily retrieve the one you want.

The one issue that I always have with these compact wallets is how they handle cash and coins. When ever someone hands you change, you have to deposit the loose change in your pocket, then fold the bills before putting them on your wallet. It takes longer than something like traditional bi- or tri-fold wallet but then again, you get to avoid the chiropractor visits that come with carrying an overloaded traditional wallet.

Wrap Up

This is probably the smallest wallet I have ever owned and that is a nice thing in and of itself. However, compact wallets can be more of a pain than a convenience if you can’t access what is inside of them easily. That is what sets this apart from other wallets I have tried. Sure, it’s small… but it also gives you easy access like a larger wallet.

I like it enough that it is still in my back pocket as I type this even though I really, really liked my previous wallet.

Oscar Mike Wallet at Black Rhino Concealment

Disclosure: This wallet was sent to me, free of charge, by Black Rhino Concealment.

New Shotgun Magazine Tube Mounted Light Concept from Holosun

By on January 4, 2018 in Flashlights, Guns

Holosun is testing the waters on a new shotgun weaponlight that mounts in line with the magazine tube. I suspect many shotgun users have dreamed about being able to mount a light on the end of the magazine tube over the years but switching for this light location has always been the fly in the ointment. The activation switch set up for this light has not been revealed at this time.

Holosun.com

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