I have two of the MI SS Gen2 Free Float Handguards and they are tremendous. Their 1.5″ outside diameter is narrower than just about any other handguard on the market. However, as is typical with rails like this, there can be some issues with heat. That is why I am thrilled to see that MI is bringing a bolt on panel kit to market. The kit will come with 3 panels (2 plain and 1 with a built in handstop). They will be available soon in FDE, Black, and OD Green.
Check out MidwestIndustriesInc.com.
NukoTools was kind enough to provide me with one of their Carbide PunchRings to give away to a lucky reader! These are no longer available for purchase, but you can win one on JTT.
The Carbide PunchRing is the hardest hitting PunchRing that I have tried to date. NukoTools has made these out of a number of materials over the years, but this is the heaviest that I have seen by far. That extra weight and a nasty new leading edge design makes this thing down right mean.
All you have to do is leave a comment on this post with a number between 1 and 1000. I will draw a random number on the evening of April 26th, 2013. The person who picks the number that is closest to the winning number without going over will win.
This contest is open to those in the USA or US Armed Forces only. One entry per person only. You are responsible to verify if this item is legal to own in your area. Please use a valid email address when you leave a comment so I can notify you if you win. If the same number is chosen twice, the first person who posted the number will win.
Update:
The winning number is 686 which means that Peter V wins with his guess of 682. Stand by for an email Peter!
We recently mentioned Tough Hook, a hanger meant to be durable enough to hang even the heaviest tactical gear like plate carriers complete with ballistic plates. Tough Hook successfully met its funding goal on Kickstarter and now the makers are moving to start production. They are pre-selling a limited number of Tough Hooks on Amazon in order to raise additional funds. If you missed your chance to fund the project on Kickstarter, you have another chance to get involved.
Pre-order your Tough Hook at Amazon.
Here is a bit of news that will make your day (at least it made mine). Sneaky Bags is back! They are being relaunched with backing by SERT USA (who you may know for their killer range bags and the Compact Carbine Case.
Sneaky Bags started with a simple idea, makes bags that can carry guns that don’t look like bags that are carrying guns. They had an entire line of backpacks and messenger bags that didn’t just carry gear but actually served as support gear to your rifle. They were successful enough that the term “sneaky bag” has become a bit of a generic descriptor for bags of this type.
Now that they are relaunching, their first product will be the CRB or Covert Rifle Bag. The CRB looks a bit like a tennis racket case. The 31″ version will fit an SBR or broken down AR-15 or similarly sized rifle and the 36″ version will fit 2 16″ AR-15s without breaking them down. The front pocket also features a combination PALS webbing/Velcro field that allows you to attach various holster or other items for carrying a handgun. The CRB can be carried as a shoulder bag or a backpack with a fairly simple conversion.
The CRB is just the first release from the newly reformed Sneaky Bags. I hope that other designs, like their messenger bags, will be released soon. Hopefully, with SERT USA’s backing, they can overcome the demand issues that once plagued the original company.
Check out the CRB on TacStrike.com.
The new PIG Rifle Stock Pack from SKD Tactical makes use of a high tech material, Hypalon, to increase function and reduce weight.
Hylpalon is a thin, rubbery material that is extremely durable and very lightweight. It is used in the loops that secure the shock cord lacing system. The rubbery texture of the Hypalon should help prevent the pack from shifting on the stock. It is also used on the recoil pad strap where it should be a real improvement over previous designs which used bulkier webbing that prevented the stock from gripping your shoulder.
The PIG Rifle Stock Pack also features plenty of internal storage and organization, a Drilex cheek pad, and a Velcro panel for attaching ID, patches, or dope cards.
Check out the PIG Rifle Stock Pack on SKDTAC.com.
