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Minuteman Watch Co. Updates a Classic

By Matt on March 24, 2016 in EDC

The Hamilton W10 field watch is a classic and Minuteman Watch Co. is about to breath some new life into the classic design.

From Minuteman Watch Co.:

Illinois-based watch brand Minuteman Watch Co. has launched a new series of watches inspired by patriotic American heroes both past and present. The new watch series has been named Independence.

As many of Minuteman’s current customer are former and or active duty military. The company decided to offer an updated version of a classic Hamilton W10 military watch circa 1970’s. The new series is available in a black canvas strap with black dial and natural stainless steel case finish or in a black canvas strap with black dial and military grade black PVD finish.

These rugged watches are powered by Swiss quality Ronda 515 quartz movements, and are intended for wear by both men and women. These fine watches will be proudly assembled in Mentor Ohio by highly skilled American watchmakers. Despite the fact the watches will be assembled in the USA using quality components the watches are being offered for prices as low as $250 via their crowd funding effort on Indiegogo.

For those of you that don’t know Minuteman Watch Co donates 25% of their net annual profit to charities that assist veterans and their families. For 2016 Minuteman is raising funds for Fisher House.

The Indiegogo campaign launched on Tuesday, March 21, 2016, and will have a duration of 40 days. The initial funding goal is just $9500.

For more information, please visit the Minuteman Independence Series campaign page. www.indiegogo.com/minuteman-independence-assembled-in-the-usa

Coming Soon: Perroz Designs Triple Magazine Placard

By Matt on March 24, 2016 in Tactical Gear

Perroz Designs is finalizing the design of their upcoming Triple Magazine Placard. This triple magazine panel is designed to integrate into their own plate carriers like the LPSPC and MSPC or many plate carrier compatible with the industry standard SwiftClip system.

The placard features bungee retention with a Hypalon wrapped pull tab. It is also compatible with the Haley Strategic MP² Magazine Pouch Inserts. The placard is constructed from 500D Cordura nylon and Velcro backed for mating with loop Velcro equipped plate carriers. It also has Hyaplon pull tabs at the lower corners so that it can serve as a sort of cummerbund flap on the Perroz Designs carriers.

It is currently available for 5.56 magazines with a 7.62 version coming soon. Check out the 5.56 Triple Magazine Placard at Perroz Designs.

User Error!

By Matt on March 23, 2016 in Tactics and Training

I once saw a shooter at the range who was having trouble with a new AR-15. He was having various types of stoppages, including a pretty nasty bolt over malfunction, with nearly every shot. He asked for some input so we checked a few things. There were no obvious issues so I suggested he take a few shots while I watched.

He was pretty exasperated with the rifle until I noticed that he was partially blocking the ejection port of the rifle with the fingers of his support hand which were wrapped around the magwell far enough and high enough that they were preventing the dust cover from opening fully. This created a circular problem. He would have a malfunction, work to clear it, insert a mag, work the charging handle, grip the rifle the same way, then try to shoot, and then start all over again unaware that it was his grip that was stopping the rifle.

That is a dramatic example but there are plenty of less obvious ways we sabotage ourselves. I’ve witnessed (or experienced) preventable stoppages caused by…

improper lubrication
riding the slide/charging handle forward
improper press checks
poor grip (hand placement, unlocked wrists, etc.)
improper or nonexistent maintenance
improper parts selection
improper reassembly
and who knows what else…

Some of these are training issues. Some are just absent-mindedness or laziness. All are preventable.

It all makes me wonder how many workable guns have been written off because of user error. It also makes me wonder how many people can pan the value of very basic firearm familiarity training like what the NRA provides. Some of these things would be taken for granted in a defensive firearm course or only corrected as needed.

Before you ever pick up a shot timer, spend some time learning the basics and don’t be ashamed to seek the most basic training. Don’t cause your own malfunctions!

Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Video

By Matt on March 23, 2016 in Guns

Ballistic Advantage’s Modern Series AR-15 barrels are among the best values on the market. Their new video gives you some insight as to why that is. The basics are that these barrels are standard profiles rendered in 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel with desirable twist rates and are QPQ finished (salt bath nitride processing) throughout.

It is worth noting that Ballistic Advantage QPQ finishes the barrels separately from the barrel extensions. This is important because if this process is completed with the barrel extension installed, the heat can cause the extension to loosen. There have been many cases of loose barrel extensions from barrel makers who do not understand this.

Almost all of these barrels retail for well under $200 and come with a 1 MOA guarantee. Check them out at Ballistic Advantage.

Andy’s Leather 2 Point Standard Rifle Sling Sale

By Matt on March 23, 2016 in Guns

Andy’s Leather 2 Point Standard Rifle Sling is on sale. This sling is one of the most versatile slings that Andy’s Leather offers. It can be used like a standard carry sling or a CW sling. If you are unfamiliar with the CW sling concept, think Ching Sling but without a rear attachment point and you will have the general idea.

These slings are affordable to begin with and especially affordable when they are on sale. $35 gets you a handmade sling with brass hardware and thick bridle leather. The buckles that Andy uses for these are the same as those he uses on his Rhodesian and Ching slings. They hold tightly but adjust easily, making it easy to set your length and forget it.

The slings are available in 1″ and 1.25″ widths, three different colors, and with a variety of hardware finish options. Check out the 2 Point Standard Rifle Sling at Andy’s Leather.

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