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The EDC Tool Roll: Channellock 804 4.5″ Adjustable Wrench

By on March 13, 2017 in EDC, The EDC Tool Roll

The EDC Tool Roll is a feature on Jerking the Trigger in which we profile various every day carry worthy tools. The tools shown aren’t multi-tools but rather real tools, that by virtue of their compact size, light weight, usefulness, or unique functionality, can find a place in any range kit, emergency kit, or every day carry bag.

Feel free to comment on the tools that you carry so we can all learn! The discussion on these posts has been very valuable so far.

Channellock’s 804 4.5″ Adjustable Wrench is probably the easiest to carry adjustable wrench I own. It is only 4.5″ long but is also very slim overall making it easy to drop in your pocket. It only ways about 2 ounces so it is an easy addition to any compact tool roll.

Channellock 804 shown with 1911 mag for scale

The 804 can be opened wide enough to handle the 9/16″ diameter found on common 3/8″ nuts and bolts. If you are metrically inclined, it can handle a 15mm nut/bolt. It may be small but it will take care of a lot common fasteners.

The quality is excellent. It is drop forged with machined flats. The laser markings seem resilient and they are easy to read. The i-beam style handle makes it small, tough, and comfortable to hold.

This wrench will inevitiably be compared to the two previous adjustable wrenches features on The EDC Tool Roll – the Lobster UM24 and the Knipex Pliers Wrench. I’ll post a comparison of the three soon. The Lobster and Knipex both open wider but they are also more expensive, heavier, and larger. So, the 804 may not be as versatile as the others but it earns a place in my EDC Tool Roll for its compact size and lightweight.

Where to buy: I have only been able to find the larger Channellock Adjustable Wrenches locally. I purchased my Channellock 804 on Amazon. They even have a “tactical” black oxide finish version in the Channellock 804N.

Alternatives:

Do you have a compact adjustable wrench that you prefer? Tell us about it below.

The IDF’s new “Robocop” Knee Pads

By on March 13, 2017 in Tactical Gear

News from Agilite:

Holon, Israel, 7th March 2017-The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has announced the selection of Agilite’s Axis™ tactical knee pads for standard issue to all IDF combat troops from March 2017 onwards.

A 2017 adaptation of an old industrial design, Axis’s primary advantage is that unlike regular knee pads, they do not fall down. Whilst rather unusual in appearance (they are nicknamed “Robocop Knee Pads” in Israel), they outperformed every other type of knee pads in extensive IDF trials that spanned several months.

Agilite worked with IDF SF units to perfect the design which provides over 180 degrees of polymer, hard protection as well as internal closed-cell memory foam for comfort even over extended periods. They are also exceptionally light, weighing in at just 9oz (255g).

“Anyone who has spent five minutes in the military knows that with regular knee pads you spend all your time picking them up from your ankles. You put Axis on your knees and forget about them,” said Eric M, a five year veteran of Israel’s Navy SEALS (Shayetet 13) and Head of International sales at Agilite. “The look of them takes some getting used to but they outperform every other tactical knee pad by miles” said Marks. They are also preferential over internal pant knee pads as they provide exponentially more protection, surface coverage and comfort.

The IDF was looking for a new knee pad with increased durability and performance that does not fall down in order to increase combat awareness and the Agilite Axis was selected after an extended period in IDF SOF.

Agilite is now beginning trials of the Axis knee pads in SOF groups across Europe and North America.

Axis are available in Ranger Green, Flat Dark Earth (FDE) and Black from www.agilitegear.com or authorized Agilite dealers and retail at just $32.90.

For more information about Agilite Axis™ or to become and Axis dealer contact:
eric@agilitegear.com or go to www.agilitegear.com

About Agilite

Agilite Systems is Israel’s premier designer and manufacturer of tactical and rescue equipment and apparel. It supplies top tier Special Forces around the world as well as Military, Law Enforcement and Search and Rescue Organizations worldwide. See more on Agilite at www.agilitegear.com

Minuteman Watch Co. and Southern Grind Collaboration Knife

By on March 11, 2017 in EDC, Knives

Minuteman Watch Co. and Zac Brown’s Southern Grind are working in collaboration to support two great charities.

Chenoa IL, December 8th 2017 – The American brand Minuteman Watch Co. has just announced that they have joined forces with Zac Brown’s Southern Grind to offer a special version of the Southern Grind Spider Monkey. Minuteman has started to except pre-orders on these special American made knives. Minuteman will only be making one batch of these special knives. The company is accepting orders now thru May 31st.

This special knife will carry both the Southern Grind name and logo and the Minuteman brand logo. Each knife features tan G10 handle scales, military style nylon fob, and a black PVD coated blade made out of premium S35VN blade steel.

The idea behind this special edition Minuteman / Southern Grind Spider Monkey is to offer a high quality American made knife, and to raise funds for the Red Circle Foundation charity. Minuteman will donate a portion of the profit from each knife sold to the charity. For details about that the company urges you to visit their site here.

In addition, a portion of the sales of Zac Brown’s Southern Grind knives go to benefit Camp Southern Ground, the non-profit passion project of three-time GRAMMY award-winning artist Zac Brown. To learn more about Camp Southern Ground please visit CampSouthernGround.org.

Here are the specifications:

  • Handle: Tan G10
  • Lock & Liner: 6AL4V Titanium
  • Grind: Conventional Flat Grind
  • Blade Steel: S35VN
  • Hardness: RC 58-59
  • Blade Length: 3.25 inches
  • Blade Finish: Black PVD
  • Weight: 3.2 oz
  • Overall Length: 7.4375 inches
  • Handle Length: 4.1875 inches
  • Blade Thickness: .130 inches

To find additional info and photo’s for this special knife be sure to check out the Minuteman Watch Co brand web site here.

About Minuteman Watch Co.

Minuteman Watches was brought to life in 2013, for 3 reasons.:

  1. To raise funds for charities that assist Veterans and their families. 25% of the profit from our net annual sales of  Minuteman products goes to charities assisting veterans & their Families.

  2. To provide work for Americans whenever we can.

  3. To provide a quality product that will stand the test of time.

Nixon Tactical Lightweight Combat Pants

By on March 11, 2017 in Tactical Gear

Nixon Tactical’s Lightweight Combat Pants have a number of features designed to keep them comfortable, lightweight, and mobile. These 50/50 NYCO ripstop pants feature reinforced knees and built in stretch panels above the knees, at the waist, and the crotch.

The fit is just full enough to provide full range of motion with a slight natural curve sewn into the legs. If you need them to fit tighter around the leg, they can be adjusted via HANK tabs at the back of the knee and ankle.

The front pockets are deep and the zipper closed cargo pockets are designed to lay flat against the leg when empty but expand to carry plenty of gear. These pants also feature 8 2.5″ tall belt loops so they are large enough to thread a duty belt.

Check out the Lightweight Combat Pants in Tan and Multicam at NixonTactical.com.

Sub 4 lb – V SEVEN ENLIGHTENED 300BLK Pistol

By on March 10, 2017 in Guns

V SEVEN’s new ENLIGHTENED 300BLK Pistol weighs in at a scant 3 pounds, 11.4 ounces. That can only happen when you scrutinize almost every part looking for extra weight that can be engineered out of the system.

The ENLIGHTENED 300BLK Pistol makes use of a host of V SEVEN’s lightweight parts including their ENLIGHTENED upper and lower receivers, ultralight port door, lightweight castle nut, ultralight take down pins, and more. The barrel is V SEVEN’s own 6.5″ fluted stainless barrel with a proprietary titanium gas block. The buffer system has been shortened to reduce length and weight.

There is a lot of interesting material and design tech packed into this AR pistol. You can read more about the ENLIGHTENED 300BLK Pistol at VSevenWeaponSystems.com.

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