BattleComp 2.0 is here. It has the same external dimensions as the A2 flash suppressor which allows the BattleComp 2.0 to integrate with most of the same devices that are meant to work with the A2 flash suppressor. The interior dimensions are nearly identical to that of the BattleComp 1.0 and 1.5 which means that it delivers all the performance that you have come to expect from BattleComp. It comes with a shim kit and Rockset.
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Tula Ammo Interview at LuckyGunner.com
Did you know that Tula can produce 500 million rounds of ammunition in a year? That is about 16 rounds every second, 365 days a year. Did you know that their 7.62×39 is tested to work in temperatures ranging from -58⁰ F to 122⁰ F?
LuckyGunner.com just posted an interesting review/interview with the manufacturers of Tula Ammo.
Boker Plus Vox Access Tool
Knives are for cutting, not prying. However we all still occasionally find ourselves in situations where we have to pry something and a knife is the only suitable tool that we have on hand. The risk is that you will break the tip of the knife, ruin the edge, or slip and get a nasty cut. If you had a light weight, easy to carry tool that was purpose built for prying, there would be no need to risk ruining a knife (or loosing a finger).
The Boker Plus Vox Access Tool, or VAT, is made from 5mm thick titanium which makes it very strong but still very light weight. It weighs less than 1 ounce and is 3 5/8″ long so it should be very easy to carry in a pocket or on your key ring.
The VAT has several functions. It has a pry tip, a bottle opener, a carabiner, a nail puller, and a glass breaker that is protected by two rubber o-rings. A tool like this also tends to have many improvised uses that you will discover as you use it.
Save your knives for cutting. Consider adding a pry tool to your every day carry gear.
Double and Single Finger Knucks from Afrankart
I recently came across these Single Finger Knucks (SFK) and Double Finger Knucks (DFK) that are made by Afrankart. At first, I was struck with how unique they look – they have a very distinctive style. However, it is also very apparent that these knuckles are very functional.
Double Finger Knucks
Single Finger Knucks
The knuckles were obviously made for striking. They are .625″ thick which is quite thick compared to many knuckles on the market. Thicker knuckles transmit impact over a larger area of your hand which means they hurt less and have less potential to injure the user. Great care has been taken to round all the edges to increase comfort and there appears to be plenty of material behind the finger hole to support the finger during a strike. The striking surface of these knucks is tapered so they concentrate the force of the strike.
The DFKs are available with 2 different striking surface configurations: pointed and rounded. The pointed version looks brutal. The SFK is available with the rounded striking surface only.
These can be made from several different materials and finishes. Aluminum and brass are available with a machine finish or bead blasted. G-10 is available as a more discreet, non-metallic option. Andy tells me that these will be available in Carbon Fiber soon.
The finger holes measure .950″ which should comfortably fit up to a size 13 ring finger. That should be large enough for most users.
If you are interested in purchasing a set of these reasonably priced knucks, contact Afrakart via email at afrankart@woh.rr.com.
If you want to learn more about the effective use of tools like this, I highly recommend reading and attending training conducted by Modern Combative Systems.
Familiarize yourself with the legality of such tools in your area before purchasing.
Troy BattleRail Alpha
The Troy TRX Extreme BattleRails have been a big success with shooters thanks to their light weight, small outside diameter, and reasonable price. The new BattleRail Alpha builds on the success of the TRX Extreme by refining the mounting system and adding new features.
The BattleRail Alpha is a free float hand guard for the AR-15 family of rifles. Like its predecessor, it is light in weight and has a very slim outside diameter. This smaller outside diameter allows the support hand to wrap around the rail more effectively which increases grip and control.
The BattleRail Alpha features a new mounting system that attaches via the standard AR-15 barrel nut. There were occasional problems with over torqued/stripped screws on the TRX BattleRails, but the system has been improved to preclude that from happening on the BattleRail Alpha. The most obvious addition is the built in spring loaded front sight. This will be a useful addition for some users, but it may interfere with some ways of mounting a weapon light.
This has all the makings of another big hit from Troy Industries.