SERT is showing off their Shadow Carrier in Kryptek Mandrake at the NYTOA (New York Tactical Officer’s Association) Tactical Conference ’13. The Kryptek Outdoor Group camo patterns continue to enjoy wide spread acceptance across the entire industry.
Archive | April, 2013
Ka-Bar TDI Master Key
Ka-Bar’s collaboration with TDI has been a successful one. Until now, most of their offerings haven’t strayed far from the original Ka-Bar TDI fixed blade. However, the Master Key is definitely a departure from their past offerings.
The Master Key is part knife, part pry bar, part nail puller, and part improvised face rearranging device. It is made from .25″ thick 1095 Cro-Van which is a steel that Ka-Bar is able to get the most out of in terms of toughness. Its design is not all that dissimilar from any flat pry bar on the market except for the cutting/chopping edge on one side. It also comes with very functional looking sheath.
This looks like a great addition to a BOB or vehicle emergency kit. Check out the Ka-Bar TDI Master Key at BladeHQ.
BCI Defense
If you read here often, you know that I encourage people to buy products from small businesses when possible. Buying from local small businesses is even better. I try to do this whenever I can and it has served me well over the years. That is why I am thrilled to see a start-up AR-15 manufacturer in my general neck of the woods.
BCI Defense makes lower receivers for AR-15s and they plan to eventually expand into other firearm related products. They have been profiled a couple of times in their local news – most recently for making their first delivery to Midwest Gun Exchange.
Check out BCIDefense.com and the BCI Defense Facebook Page.
Crosstac Ammo Can Liners
Crosstac just introduced their new Ammo Can Liners and I think I’m in love. I use ammo cans all the time to move gear to and from the range, pick up brass, and just generally stay organized. These new liners make it easier to do all those things.
The Ammo Can Liners are available for 30 and 50 Caliber ammo cans. They have wide mesh side panels that keep the weight down and allow you to shake debris loose from your brass. Their handles wrap all the way around the liner for durability.
The Crosstac Ammo Can Liners are on sale at a special introductory price. Check out Crosstac.com.
S.O. Tech ESP Final Details
SO TECH ESP Prototype
SO TECH ESP Prototype and Original
S.O. Tech released a video (below) that shows the final details of the ESP (Expanding SERE Pack). The production ESP in the video shows considerable differences from the original and the prototypes that have been shown along the way. The new version is slimmer, with just one external pocket (earlier prototypes showed two pockets). The body of the pack is made from color matched 200D Theta Fabric which keeps weight to a minimum and offers some water resistance. The pack’s adjustable straps are made from wide webbing and it has a grab handle for use when it is expanded.
You can check out the ESP at SpecOpsTech.com.