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Multicam MPIL MKI from Battle Systems

By on February 13, 2013 in EDC, Preparedness, Survival, Tactical Gear

Not everyone needs the double sided, high visibility functionality of the original MPIL MKI. In fact, having two high visibility sides on a signal panel may be a liability to some users. That is why Battle System developed a new Multicam version of the MPIL MKI.

MPIL MK1 Multicam

This new version features a Multicam side paired with a high visibility orange side. This allows the user to flash the high visibility side quickly while remaining camouflaged when necessary. Obviously this version is geared more toward military users but it could also be very useful to hunters who wish to remain camouflaged at times and need to be seen at others.

Check out the new Multicam MPIL MKI at BattleSystemsLLC.com.

Be Heard: “High Capacity” Magazines

By on February 13, 2013 in Be Heard

BeHeard

Mag Caps - AR Mag

I recently posted an article that outlined 3 practical reasons that we actually do need what the media call “high capacity” magazines. It was well received and I heard from a couple of you that you were able to talk with people you know using the points in the article to make people really think about the issue.

The response to the article made me curious about how you respond to the question “Why does anyone need more than 10 rounds in a magazine?” So, how do you respond?

Now is your chance to Be Heard! Leave a comment below to join the conversation.

Velocity Systems LWPC at Appalachian Training

By on February 12, 2013 in Tactical Gear

Appalachian Training is now carrying the Velocity Systems Light Weight Plate Carrier. The LWPC has been around for a while but this appears to be a newer version with some very slick features, especially for the price.

Velocity System LWPC

The LWPC can accept stand alone plates or plates with soft armor backers. The plate pockets are slick (no PALS webbing) for a lower profile and less weight. Previously, I have only seen the LWPC with a slimmer mesh cummerbund but this version comes with a cummerbund that features full PALS webbing coverage and elastic pouches on the interior that could be used to hold a number of items like M4 magazines, tourniquets, emergency bandages, etc.

The plate pockets have loop Velcro fields front and back for attaching ID and patches. The front plate pocket has a built in admin pouch (high center) and a kangaroo pouch. There is also a large loop Velcro field on the front that mates to the hook Velcro on the back of Mayflower R&C chest rigs that can be docked onto the LWPC. The LWPC scales up from a nearly completely slick configuration to a fully kitted out version in seconds.

Check out the LWPC at Appalachian Training. The price will surprise you.

Velocity System LWPC Cummerbund Inner

McGizmo Clips

By on February 12, 2013 in EDC

The vast majority of the little lobster claw style keychain clasps out there are junk. They break easily and offer little to no retention. The one brand that I have found that is consistently good are McGizmo clips.

McGizmoComplete-500x500Those of you who know a bit about flashlights will recognize McGizmo as a nom de plume of famed flashlight innovator Don McLeish. These clips are a product of his. They come in several different sizes, are reasonably priced, and they are quite durable.

I find them to be great for attaching small items like flashlights or firestarters like the ExoTac nanoSTRIKER to keychains or other gear. I have also used them with para-cord to make simple QD dummy cords for things like compasses or flashlights. You will find a million more uses for them.

Check out McGizmo Clips at Vigilant Gear.

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