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Killer Key

By on July 19, 2012 in EDC, Survival

We have spoken at some length on various tools that can be used to bypass locks. At JTT, we consider this to be an important skill that any responsible person should be familiar with. I recently came across an interesting tool, the Killer Key, that does the opposite of bypassing a lock: it can actually lock it permanently. The ability to control access like this may be just as important as the ability to bypass a lock.

The Killer Key is simple to use. It is scored so that the user inserts it into a lock and bends it, a section of the key breaks off and remains lodged in the keyway. It has a large notch that allows the pins in the lock to drop which effectively locks the broken section in place, permanently disabling the lock. This locks out those on the exterior of the structure but can not lock in people on the interior.

The Killer Key is available for Schlage® or Kwikset® keyways which covers a vast majority of the key styles in the USA. This seems like it could be a valuable addition to an E&E or urban survival kit.

Check out the Killer Key on VigilantGear.com.

SAR Global Tool Tri-Sig

By on July 18, 2012 in EDC, Survival

SAR Global Tool continues their tradition of making signaling equipment that is easy to carry, stylish, and works across a variety of conditions. Basically, they make signal systems that you have no excuse not to carry because they integrate with your life so easily. That is certainly the case with the new Tri-Sig that is being released today.

Tri-Sig is short for triple signal which gives you a clue as to the functionality of the device. It can be used to signal or be seen 3 different ways: a highly polished #16 stainless washer that acts as a signal mirror, 1″ disk of reflective SOLAS tape, and 5/8″ disk of mil-spec lume tape (glow in the dark). All three of these materials are attached to a triangular piece of textured G-10. The signal mirror is aimed via a rivet in the center of the Tri-Sig.

The Tri-Sig can be carried a number of different ways. It can be used as a zipper pull, key fob, or even a pendant around your neck. The Tri-Sig comes with a stainless steel screw gate link with a break strength of 220 pounds for attaching it to various objects like zipper pulls.

Check out the new Tri-Sig at the SAR Global Tool Blog.

The Defilade Bundle from Fight and Flight Tactical

By on July 17, 2012 in EDC, Tactical Gear

Fight and Flight Tactical is offering a new bundle that includes a Defilade pack, one of their brand new GP Mini Pouches, and one of their brand new Tailgate Organizer Pouches. Both pouches are designed to fit perfectly on the Defilade but are also versatile enough to be useful for other purposes.

The GP Mini Pouch is a small pouch that offers internal organization and a full clam shell design. The organization is in the form of elastic loops and loop lining (Velcro). It has a very small footprint that makes it perfect for the side of the Defilade but it would also work well as a small admin/GP pouch in just about any application.

The Tailgate Organizer Pouch (TOP) is designed to fit the footprint of the Defilade’s beaver-tail storage area. It also offers internal organization in the form of elastic loops and loop lining (Velcro) with the addition of some pockets. The TOP is a fairly large pouch that offers a lot of organization potential.

All of these items combined make for a pretty impressive EDC pack. Check out the new Defilade Bundle on FightandFlight.com.

RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder

By on July 14, 2012 in EDC, Survival, Tactical Gear

RE Factor Tactical has introduced a Tourniquet Holder with some interesting functionality. They claim that it is the first tourniquet holder that is designed to be carried either overtly or covertly.

The tourniquet holder utilizes 2 straps that can be weaved into MOLLE webbing, secured to a belt, and that hold the tourniquet (TQ) horizontally. This horizontal mounting position makes sense for placing the TQ high on the center line of the wearer when wearing it overtly. The straps are tied together so that the user needs only to pull in one place to release the TQ rather than pulling two separate straps. The straps have elastic sections that allow the RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder to fit a wide variety of TQs.

The back of the RE Factor Tactical Tourniquet Holder is covered with hook material so when you need to covertly carry a TQ, you can locate the holder inside of a loop lined bag. Internal loop fields are becoming more and more common in EDC, police, and military bags.

Check it out at REFactorTactical.com.

Elzetta Low Light Tactical Training & Zombie Shoot

By on July 13, 2012 in EDC, Flashlights, Guns, Tactical Gear, Tactics and Training

Elzetta Design, LLC is pleased to announce an affordable and fun opportunity to gain valuable tactical firearms training for low light conditions.  The Elzetta Low Light Tactical Training & Zombie Shoot will be held on October 27, 2012 at The American Institute of Marksmanship (AIM) in Cave City, Kentucky.  Tactics for overcoming the darkness with pistols, rifles/carbines, and shotguns will be taught by professional AIM instructors at their world-class facility.  Following the day of serious training will be a just-for-fun live-fire Zombie Shoot to hone the low-light skills learned in the classroom and on the range.  In addition to the Training & Zombie Shoot, there will be vendors, product demonstrations, and door prizes.  Special guest, History Channel’s Top Shot Champion Dustin Ellermann, will also be at the event. More information is available at www.ELZETTA.com/ZombieShoot.htm.

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