OC Tactical is offering a great deal on some special Multicam Mondo Patch Panels. They turned the Multicam pattern 90 degrees in order to use some Velcro material pieces that they had on hand. If you want a panel that will look better oriented vertically or you just don’t care about the pattern because you will cover it with patches, act fast. There are only 10 of these available at the reduced price and they won’t last.
The above image is that of a recently confiscated load of narcotics taken off of a drug mule at our southern border. I’m not serious, but you have to admit it looks like one of those captured contraband photos.
That is actually what a is technically referred to as metric butt load of HP2 Covers from OC Tactical. They have restocked all colors and are ready to ship them out to your impatient, grubby, little mitts.
Check out my HP2 Review and then head over to OC Tactical to pick up a few.
I have been using OC Tactical’s earlier version of the Hearing Protection Cover for years and I am very partial to it. My Sordin electronic hearing protection has a permanently attached, leather-like headband cover on it that turns kind of slimy if you wear it on a hot day, so I have always covered it up with a cover from OC Tactical. My original cover is durable, comfortable, breaths well, and you can take it off to clean it. Like I said, I have grown partial to it. So, when I heard that OC Tactical was coming out with a new version that was easier for them to manufacture but a better overall product, I was skeptical. I mean, I trust Mike at OC Tactical to make great gear but… I really like my old cover.
The HP2 Hearing Protection Cover is made from Cordura Nylon with a foam backed Dri-Lex mesh liner. It made to be wrapped around the headband and secured along its entire length with hook and loop material. There is a handy loop sewn into one side of the cover that allows you to secure your hearing protection to your gear via a carabineer or similar device. OC Tactical offers an optional section of color matched loop to secure name tapes for a small fee.
The fit is better on the new HP2 than the previous version of the hearing protection covers. It lays flatter and seems to be a bit more forgiving to install without feeling like there is too much extra material. Not only does it fit my Sordins with the non-removable, leatherish cover still in place, it also fits bare Sordin headbands and the budget friendly Howard Leight Impact Sport head set.
It also feel thinner overall than the original without any loss in comfort. I have a large noggin and, without some padding, my Sordins will start get uncomfortable on the crown of my head. OC Tactical’s covers have always been a suitable fix for that. The new HP2 is just as comfortable but with a bit less bulk which means it works better under a helmet (not that I ever have much reason to wear one, but you might). That is a win-win.
My HP2 has a loop made from shock cord. OC Tactical found that sometimes the sewing machine’s needle would pierce and break the inner elastic strands in the shock cord which weakens it. They have since changed to a paracord loop. I like that kind of retro-testing and attention to detail.
Considering everything I said above, I would say my initial skepticism was misplaced. I actually prefer the HP2 to the old version but I haven’t even covered the best part of the new design. It has been streamlined so that it costs less and is almost always in stock! If you have one of the older ones, you know it could take a while for OC Tactical to work through their waiting list. They made thousands and thousands of these covers. Now, with the new product HP2, they are available right this minute for less money. Progress!
The HP2 is a better cover than the original at a lower cost and with immediate availability. That is hard to hate. Check out the OC Tactical HP2 Hearing Protection Cover.
Tiger Stripe Camo is sweet. Khaki Tiger Stripe Camo is even sweeter.
OC Tactical just released a limited run of all three sizes of Red Tac Gear Shooting Bags in Khaki Tiger Stripe and they look great. Check them out before they’re gone.
And the winners are…
John S. wins the patch panel and patch
Jeff P wins a patch
Chris B wins a patch
OC Tactical is giving you a chance to start your own patch collection. They have provided one of their excellent Multicam Banner Patch Panels for use to give away. No patch panel should ever be without patches so JTT is kicking in a JTT 30 Lives Patch to go with the panel. 2 additional winners will receive 30 Lives Patches.
Thank you OC Tactical for providing the panel!
You must use the automated entry forms below to enter. Commenting on this post will not enter you into the giveaway.
Instructions:
Open to those with USA mailing addresses (US Armed Forces included). The winner will be chosen on 3/07/2014 at 8PM.
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