1800NAMETAPE.com is my go to place for name tapes. They are fast, reputable, reliable, and easy to work with. They were one of the first places to start offering name tapes in the original A-TACS AU pattern and are now offering name tapes in the impressive A-TACS FG camouflage pattern. Check out both of the A-TACS pattern name tapes at 1800NAMETAPE.COM.
When I reload an AKM (or any AK variant), I drop the buttstock of the rifle down under my arm and roll the magazine well in toward my center line. This makes visually guiding the magazine into the magazine well easy but it means that I am essentially operating blind when I reach for the charging handle. It would be nice to have a larger target for my hand when operating by feel like this and that is essentially what the Tromix Bolt-On Oversize Charging Handle provides.
The Bolt-On Oversize Charging Handle bolts directly on to the AK’s charging handle without modification. Tromix states that it will work with any AK-47 and it is available with a smooth or checkered surface. The Bolt-On Oversize Charging Handle should make the charging handle a bit easier to operate at the expense of adding some bulk and weight.
Check out the Bolt-On Oversize Charging Handle at Tromix.com.
SAR Global Tool, maker of the Eclipse Signal System and other cool stuff, has just launched their new website. The new site features an improved store that makes it easy to tell what is in stock and available. Check it out at SARGlobalTool.com.
We have mentioned the Battle Systems Marker Panel, Indvidual, LW (MPIL) here before as we looked forward to its release. Now, we finally have the release dates for this lightweight, compact day/night capable marker system.
This Multicam Mystery Ranch Crew Cab would be tough to spot without the MPIL affixed to it.
The MPIL is designed to replace the legacy VIS-17 panels which are used by ground combat elements for communicating with other ground personnel or air elements. The VIS-17 panels need to be cut down and modified in order to be useful but the MPIL comes ready to work. It is already a handy 17″ x 17″ size and weighs about 1 ounce. It can be folded down to a package that is about 2.5″ x 2.5″ x .5″. There are sides, international orange (blaze orange) and fluorescent pink, each with a color matched Velcro square in the center which allows the user to attach IR reflective markers (available as an option) for low light/no light use. The tie downs at each corner allow the MPIL to be affixed to your gear or connected to other MPIL via carabiners (National Molding Poli Binas will be available at the time of purchase).
All of this functionality makes for a versatile piece of gear for military personal or any outdoor adventurers. These panels have a place in any kit and are useful for getting found and staying found. Jon L and I are working on a full review of the MPIL.
Battle Systems is initially releasing what it calls the Mk1 version on June 24th. This initial version is about 80% Berry Compliant and it features OD green tie down loops at all 4 corners. The coming Mk2 version will display changes including 100% Berry Compliance and Coyote Brown tie down loops. The best part about this Mk1 version is the special price. They will be available for only $14.99 (the Mk2 version will cost $19.99).
Check out the MPIL at Battle System’s website.
After some initial teething pains, the new OC Tactical Web Store is now up and running smoothly. The store features a slew of products from OC Tactical and others like the American Kami, Battle Systems, and ITW with others coming soon. It also has a live inventory so you always know what is in stock.
Check out the new OC Tactical web store.
