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GEAR UP

THE TRADE TACTICAL GEAR MAGAZINE

GEAR UP MAGAZINE

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Gear Up Magazine is the worlds first business to business publication for the tactical gear industry, aiming to bring all of the relevant parties to the same table. With such a huge range of products on the market, knowing what to invest in, and more importantly, what to supply your customers with, can be a hard task. Gear Up Magazine aims to make this process easier, allowing you to enhance your understanding of the industry, allowing you to make smart purchases.

Ebcon Publishing was launched in 2004 with one simple goal – to create a range of successful publications, which combined informative content with a high level of up to date design to match.

Over the last 14 years, Ebcon Publishing has done exactly that, launching a number of publications that have won a number of awards in their respective sectors and continue to be dominant in their chosen area of operation.

TWO YEARS IN THE MAKING

With Gear Up Magazine, you’ll have a better understanding of the tactical gear and equipment on show, who buys it, and what they use it for. We’ll introduce you to the evolution of each of the ‘tools of the trade’, from ballistic helmets to boots, giving you the knowledge needed to traverse the tactical gear market with confidence.

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OVER A DECADE OF PUBLICATIONS

Ebcon Publishing has set up a fantastic portfolio and now the company’s next step is to further improve that portfolio by releasing Gear Up into the wild. All the staff at Ebcon Publishing work tirelessly to bring its readership a range of comprehensive editorial across its various magazine titles, providing thier readers with the best information available, along with high design values and inspiring imagery to suit.

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how it works Broken into six key sectors that drive the tactical gear market, Gear Up Magazine aims to bring you a selection of the finest products in each of our carefully deliberated sections.

Whether you’re looking to procure items at a battalion level or are an individual in charge of bringing a plethora of tactical equipment to your customers, Gear Up Magazine aims to do the hard work, so you do not have to.

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The tactical gear market is forever evolving, and with that evolution comes the necessity of adapting to it. Our ‘Tactical’ section aims to make that process as easy as possible, bringing you a number of key components, allowing you to equip the modern warfighter to the best of your ability.

Ensuring your customers can count on the protective equipment you supply them is of the utmost importance. Our ‘Protection’ section endeavours to provide you with numerous options, enabling you to best serve your clientele, allowing them to operate in the harshest environments known to man.

It is no secret that military and law enforcement personnel spend long periods of time on their feet. Due to this, it is imperative that the options you have on offer provide unrivalled comfort, protection, and support, allowing them to fight harder, for longer, with no unwanted issues.

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The firearms market is slowly becoming inundated with equipment that simply isn’t up to the task it was created for. With a plethora of optics and accessories on the market, Gear Up Magazine will ensure that you are providing your customers with products that will withstand the test of time.

The modern warfighter is often dropped in hostile locations, and ensuring the equipment they’re carrying is capable of dealing with the numerous areas of operation is key. Ranging from a variety of tools to sleeping bags, our ‘Bushcraft’ section aims to provide to cover the very best in outdoor equipment.

Medical equipment by design is created to save lives. Our ‘Medical’ section aims to look at a range of equipment that is best suited to this role; from full-blown medical kits through to Individual First-Aid Kits, making sure your clientele is amply prepared for a worst-case scenario.

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GEAR UP

ISSUE #6

EDITORIAL MEET THE TEAM PAUL MONAF

PUBLISHING DIRECTOR paul@ebcon.co.uk With a track record of launching a number of successful magazines and experience working within business-tobusiness sectors, Paul is the driving force behind Gear Up.

CONNOR JAMES EDITOR connor@ebcon.co.uk

Having worked within Ebcon Publishing for ten years, Connor brings a wealth of knowledge to Gear Up Magazine. If you need any information regarding editorial, he’s your guy.

BEN DICKIE

CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE 009 FEATURE CONCAMO

013 TACTICAL BLUE FORCE GEAR PLATEMINUS V3

016 TACTICAL HAZARD 4 VENTRAPACK

018 TACTICAL BULLDOG TACTICAL LASER CUT POUCHES

022 TACTICAL HELIKON-TEX COBRA BELT

art DIRECTOR ben@ebcon.co.uk

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Ben started working for Ebcon Publishing nearly a decade ago now and has been a vital member of the team since. The self-proclaimed Rambo of shapes and colours.

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ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR sharon@ebcon.co.uk Beside every great man is a great woman, and Sharon is most certainly the Bonnie to Paul’s Clyde. Sharon looks after all of the administrative work within the company.

029 TACTICAL PROPPER WOMAN’S ACU UNIFORM

032 TACTICAL POLARTEC MILITARY ISSUE COLLECTION

035 PROTECTION TEAM WENDY EXFIL BALLISTIC ACCESSORIES

038 PROTECTION WILEY X NATO APPROVED SHOOTING GLASSES

040 PROTECTION WARRIOR ASSAULT SYSTEMS GLOVES

044 FOOTWEAR MAGNUM SPIDER X

047 FIREARMS SAFARILAND MODEL 6354DO ALS OPTIC HOLSTER

050 FIREARMS AIMPOINT FCS13RE

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Although the publisher has made every effort to ensure that the information in this magazine was correct at press time, the author and publisher do not assume and hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of articles in this magazine and the publisher accepts no responsibility for any errors contained in material from independent sources or authors. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustration in any form without permission from the publisher/editor is strictly prohibited. We welcome articles, photographs or artwork for submission through the appropriate channels. Gear Up Magazine cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to unsolicited material. Please enclose a SAE if you wish your for your goods or material to be returned.

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053 BUSHCRAFT SNUGPAK SPECIAL FORCES BIVVI BAG

056 BUSHCRAFT CRKT TIGHE BREAKER

058 BUSHCRAFT GERBER HFR-M

062 MEDICAL TACMED IFAK

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THE CONCEPT OF CAMOUFLAGE IS BY NO MEANS A NEW ONE. DURING WWII, THE GERMAN ARMY BEGAN MAKING USE OF CAMOUFLAGE UNIFORMS, DESIGNED TO GIVE THEIR TROOPS AN UPPER HAND DURING COMBAT MISSIONS. THIS WAS SOON PICKED UP ON BY BOTH THE BRITISH AND AMERICANS, WITH THE NOW FAMOUS DENISON SMOCK BEING ISSUED TO THE BRITS, AND AMERICAN PATHFINDER UNITS BEGINNING TO MAKE USE OF THE SOOT FROM AIRCRAFT PROPELLERS TO BREAK UP THE SOLID COLOUR OF THEIR JUMP SUITS.

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HISTORY Camouflage is in somewhat of an interesting position in modern times.

Following the conflict in Afghanistan, a large contingent of NATO forces all switched to either Multicam, or a multicam-like pattern such as the British Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP). Due to this, very few camouflage patterns have seen use within military units. However, that is not to say that there are not a plethora of effective camouflage patterns on the market – some of which has seen use within the world of Law Enforcement. One such camouflage is the German-made CONCAMO. CONCAMO® is a camouflage system based on perceptual psychology.

Its unsurpassed performance is based on naturally occurring shapes, which were catalogued and evaluated meticulously over the course of many years, and are now included in abstract forms in the CONCAMO pattern. CONCAMO® consists of 25 superimposed layers that combined create a chaotic illusion. The subconscious is overwhelmed by the camouflage pattern and begins to discern natural shapes in it. Through this overload, the relay of relevant information to the conscious mind is either stopped or delayed.

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The development of CONCAMO®‘s proto-patterns already began in 1992, where the owner of CONCAMO, who at the time was just a young boy, spent his time creating a range of custom camouflage patterns by painting olive army uniforms with fabric paint. By 1995, the owner of CONCAMO enlisted into the German Army, where he served in the elite Fallschirmjager paratrooper unit. During this time he was able to further hone his knowledge regarding camouflage. During his active duty there, he perfected his approach to concealment, recognized possibilities for improvement and applied all into the development of CONCAMO®, so professionals would have a no-compromise solution.

Following his time in the German Army, he began working on a new range of camouflage patterns; initially doing so as a hobby. However, as the time and effort exerted began to grow, a decision had to be made – “Back in the closet, or out the world”. The camouflage patterns he began to design were constantly refined until 2017, where he was confident that the current stage presented the desired solution. The final breakthrough was achieved through the application of modern scientific approaches derived from perceptual psychology.

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PATTERNS With more than 30 years of experience in the field of camouflage patterns and the CONCAMO® system, the developer of CONCAMO® is able to create new designs of fully functional camouflage patterns for large customers and government users, matching their specific needs and requirements.

These designs are guaranteed to perform excellent in the visual as well as the infrared range and that they can be patented by the client. In addition to new designs, already existing customer-specific patterns can be improved and performance-enhanced by CONCAMO®. This approach offers the opportunity to maintain a distinctive and familiar appearance while significantly increasing camouflage effectiveness.

CONCAMO works in a rather interesting way. Designed taking into account the idea of perceptual psychology – a branch of cognitive psychology which deals with the pre-conscious innate aspects of the human cognitive system known as perception. The pattern is designed to confuse the brain, leading it to only recognise natural shapes, meaning the brain requires more time to process the information. To do this, CONCAMO utilises twenty-five different camouflage layers to create an illusion of chaos.

CONCAMO plan to release eight different variants of the CONCAMO pattern, with two currently available which are green and brown variants of the pattern.

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CONCAMO CONCAMO® Green is the universal camouflage pattern of the CONCAMO® pattern family. This variation achieves a very good to excellent camouflage effect in a wide range of green-brown areas. A good camouflage pattern is always a compromise and an “universal” pattern an even bigger one. CONCAMO® Green has solved the task and “IT WORKS”.

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CONCAMO CONCAMO® Brown was specifically developed for the European and North American fall and winter forest, as well as for drylands with a higher red content in their natural environment. The contour of the user is effectively blurred out by the pattern, even on low-growing, dry meadows, achieving a level of stealth previously known only through the use of ghillie suits.

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DRIVEN BY THE DESIRE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE, BLUE FORCE GEAR ARE NOT SATISFIED BY SIMPLY MAKING COPIES OF CURRENT PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET AND STAMPING THEIR NAME ON IT. INSTEAD THEY LOOK TO INNOVATE AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY, ATTEMPTING TO REVOLUTIONISE THE TACTICAL GEAR MARKET AND IN TURN PROVIDE UNRIVALLED QUALITY.

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Blue Force Gear burst onto the tactical market in 2004 with a range of innovative products that revolutionised load carriage and weapon carrying capabilities. Instead of sticking to age-old design standards followed within the market, they design by what they refer to as a ‘code of advancement’, which has seen the company look towards the current market, highlighting areas in which they believe they can re-develop and improve an existing product type. This process has seen Blue Force Gear become a tour de force within the market, re-inventing a range of different product categories.

With innovation at the heart of Blue Force Gear, it is no surprise that they have invented a range of new technologies to enable such a vision.

This has been made possible due to Blue Force Gear’s research and development arm, with the company making use of cutting edge materials and state of the art manufacturing facilities to provide a finished product that is at the forefront of tactical evolution. In closing, Blue Force Gear equip millions of people with the gear, knowledge, and mindset they need to be always better.

PLATEMINUS V3 The PLATEminus has long been at the forefront of range of plate carriers on offer by Blue Force Gear. The first plate carrier to make use of Blue Force Gear’s proprietary MOLLEminus technology, the PLATEminus

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revolutionised how the industry viewed the plate carrier; with Blue Force Gear able to make huge weight savings while still offering the same level of durability offered by much bulkier counterparts. Since then, the PLATEminus has seen a number of revisions, first realised in the 2nd version of the PLATEminus, and now refined within the PLATEminus V3; which, thanks to Blue Force Gear, we have been able to secure the first look within the UK! The PLATEminus V3 is built with the same fully MOLLE compatible MOLLEminus platform as the original PLATEminus. Providing the users with built-in 6”x6” side plate pockets and a cummerbund. This provides fully modular load carriage capability but significantly reduces weight and bulk over traditional armour carriers. PLATEminus V3 is built to hold SAPI / ESAPI armoured plates and has fully enclosed plate pockets which protect the plates. It provides maximum signature management by eliminating black plates or the need for additional “socks”.

Having had the PLATEminus V3 in front of me, two things immediately spring to your attention: how lightweight the plate carrier is and how well it is made. In regards to weight, the PLATEminus V3 weighs a measly 408g – to put that in context, a singular AR-15 magazine is around 100g heavier than the PLATEminus V3. Combine that with the outstanding attention to detail paid by Blue Force Gear in regards to the manufacturing quality and you can understand why Blue Force Gear are trusted around the world.

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The Blue Force Gear PLATEminus V3 is the epitome of weight reduction, with the entire plate carrier weighing 408g.

This has been achieved through a number of different methods.

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The PLATEminus V3 makes use of Blue Force Gear’s ULTRAcomp laminate; a proprietary high performance laminate that far exceeds the military standard air textured nylon in tear and abrasion resistance.

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The PLATEminus V3 also makes use of MOLLEminus; a revolutionary load carriage platform that is fully MOLLE compatible while being the lightest on the market. While traditional MOLLE vests, armor carriers, packs, and belts use nylon webbing rows sewn onto a base fabric layer, MOLLEminus™ achieves the same “MOLLE grid” using slots and voids to create an integral MOLLE platform.

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Blue Force Gear were aware of the small amount of MOLLE real estate offered by the PLATEminus, so have incorporated a fully adjustable cummerbund into the design. The cummerbund provides a number of storage options to enhance the load-baring capabilities of the end-user.

With Blue Force Gear aware of the intended use of their product, the PLATEminus V3 does it utmost to reduce its signature. This is achieved through the use of signature reducing colour matched components.

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CONTACT INFORMATION You can inquire about Blue Force Gear products directly through the following lines of contact.

AMERICA ■ Contact Number: 877-430-2583 ■ Email: Sales@BlueForceGear.com

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Hazard 4® was launched by their parent company, Civilian Lab® in an effort to provide their clientele with a number of tactical variants of their already hugely popular civilian range of products. Civilian Lab has a number of years experience manufacturing top quality outdoor adventure, extreme sport, and travel gear in innovative configurations and form factors, which led to members of the Armed Forces and Law Enforcement worlds to customise the civilian range, removing the iconic orange Civilian Lab tags to make the product appear more clandestine.

The Ventrapack from Hazard 4 is testament to the lengths Hazard 4 go to provide the end-user with unrivalled innovation. In essence, the Ventrapack is fairly simple. It features a 12.2” x 10.4” x 1.2” (L/W/D) chest-pack that opens up via a two-way zip to reveal a large organiser with room for a number of items including a 10” tablet and various items of stationary. The front of the Ventrapack is also lined with 4 rows of MOLLE webbing, allowing the end-user to adapt their load-out dependant on their specific needs.

The name ‘Hazard 4’ is inspired by a standard threat-classification index: ‘1’ low, ‘2 & 3’ moderate, and ‘4’ deadly. Whether created by the natural environment, industrial conditions, or man-made, their gear is designed to be the last line of defence for its owner when facing these.

Hazard 4 hope it can make the small critical difference that tips the odds in his/her favour when no one else may be around to help.

Where the Ventrapack comes into it’s own though is its adaptability. As it comes, the Ventrapack is secured onto the end user via the use of a fairly simple X-harness, that when under load becomes uncomfortable due to a lack of padding. However, Hazard 4 have offered the end-user a range of different options should the X-harness not suffice. When looking towards alternative mounting options, the end-user has two options: the Varness, or attaching it to a compatible rucksack.

‘Progressive tactical’ is the Hazard 4® motto. This means our products are designed to be at the forefront of innovation and technology. From functionality, materials selection, manufacturing techniques, through testing, quality-control and packaging, our customers can expect Hazard 4® products to be the most modern and cutting-edge available; And we are continuing to develop new lines everyday as we receive feedback from those in the field.

The Ventrapack offers the end-user unrivalled durability and manufacturing quality, thanks in part to the materials used. Hazard 4 have ensured the best materials are put to use within the Ventrapack, with a a ballistic nylon used for the black variant and a 1000D Cordura used within the coyote variant. Furthermore, every effort has been made to use the best in fixtures and fittings, with mil-spec buckles, zips and D-rings all incorporated within the design.

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The Ventrapack’s versatility is unrivalled, with a number of different ways to secure it to the end-user. The options are:

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The Ventrapack features a large organiser hidden within the main compartment. This organiser offers the end-user with a range of storage options, including: space for a 10” tablet, a document/map wallet that is protected to keep it safe from the weather and a number of storage pockets for a variety of different items.

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AMERICA ■ Contact Form: hazard4.com/contact-us.html

As with all of their products, Hazard 4 have ensured the best materials are put to use when manufacturing their range. The Ventrapack makes use of either a ballistic nylon or 1000D Cordura, dependant on the colours, as well as using mil-spec zips, clips and D-rings.

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CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about Bulldog Tactical’s range of products via the following points of contact.

UNITED KINGDOM ■ Contact Number: +44 23 9283 8800

Battle proven and ready for the toughest patrols, Bulldog Tactical Gear has been supplying mil-spec, professional grade equipment to members of the Armed Forces, Police and Security Contractors since their formation over 10 years ago.

Bulldog Tactical’s range has been tailored to be exactly what you need when you find yourself in the many dangers a modern professional may have to face, with each item having been designed in partnership with Military and Police professionals to fit the high standards they require and to ensure that everything they sell has it’s place in the end-users’ load out. Whatever the theatre of operations; in the field, protecting a client or just a regular day in the life of a true professional, Bulldog Tactical Gear will have your back.

Bulldog Tactical feel that this is a vital part of what makes them different to the competition; living by the mantra of “if its not got the dog, then it’s just bull!” Their range of uniforms, plate carriers, MOLLE pouches and much more have all been sold to professional users with nothing but good feedback coming back. Not only have they proved their quality by standing up to the test of field use but their designs have also been praised for their practicality, ease of use and lightweight properties.

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LASER CUT MOLLE RANGE 2018 saw the entry of a craze that has swept over the tactical gear industry – laser cutting. Since then, various companies have tried their hand at producing some form of equipment that incorporates laser cutting, from rucksacks through to plate carriers. Bulldog Tactical offer a plethora of products that make use of laser cutting to help reduce the load carried by professionals across a number of different fields.

2018 also saw the introduction of Bulldog Tactical’s range of laser cut MOLLE pouches, all of which are produced using a 600D Nylon material that is both durable and lightweight; lending well to the design of said pouches. The range mainly consists of numerous utility pouches, all of which have their own specific usage in mind. The entire range is available in a range of different colours, including: MTC Camo, Black, Coyote Tan and Green.

With the idea that Bulldog Tactical create their products for an intended purpose thanks to input from various professionals, we decided that instead of dissecting the products ourselves, that we would speak to Bulldog Tactical directly and get their direct feedback on what each items’ intended purpose is.

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“Our Medium Horizontal Utility Pouch is currently the most compact MOLLE Utility Pouch in the Bulldog range. Great for smaller items that need to be kept easy to hand, it can be mounted on just about any MOLLE Equipment due to the fact that it takes up so little space. Great for use on the exterior of a daysack, Chestrigs or on MOLLE Belt Rigs, also small and light enough on be mounted directly onto other MOLLE Pouches.”

“Our Large Horizontal Utility Pouch is great for attaching to belt rigs due to its slim design; Will not restrict your movement by hanging down lower than your belt line. Can also be used on the exterior of a rucksack or attached to any other type of MOLLE gear.”

“The largest of our Horizontal Utility Pouches has many uses but excels when attached to the exterior of a daysack or on a webbing set. Great for holding those larger items that cannot be easily stored. Can even be used to hold a smock or other items of clothing.”

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“Our Medium Upright Utility Pouch offers practical storage space while still remaining compact and does not hang down as low as other utility pouches ensuring it will never get in the way. Consists of a main compartment with no internal pockets or dividers to allow full use of the dimensions.”

“Large enough to fit Mess Tins, Water Bottle, Cooking systems, Torch, First Aid (with use of internal elastics) and just about anything else. Exterior MOLLE Loops are great for holding Chem Lights or even adding more MOLLE Pouches. Chucky YKK Zippers and Para Cord Pullers make this pouch easy to use with gloves, provides a wide opening for large items such as Notebooks / TAMS.”

“Our 10x6 Utility Pouch is one of the biggest in our range of MOLLE pouches and is great for mounting on to rucksacks, bag or other MOLLE compatible gear. Designed to hold those larger items in an organised and easy to access manner. Located on the inside you will find two smaller document sleeves and a main compartment that takes full advantage of the dimensions of the pouch. This pouch attaches securely to any MOLLE / PALS equipment via two straps on the rear.”

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COBRA BELT RANGE

Wear them tight or wear them loose, hang your guns, knives or pouches off them. Some are fastened through cast buckles, some you just weave through, and others make use of the super-durable AustriAlpin Cobra buckles. Some are manufactured from an old school fabric or classic nylon, while others are laser cut modular belts. With such a wide range of products on offer from Helikon-Tex, why are we so sold on the ‘Cobra’ range of belts compared to the other options offered by Helikon?

Helikon-Tex are somewhat of an oddity in the tactical gear market. By that we mean that their journey to becoming one of the biggest manufacturers in Europe is rather different to a lot of their competitors. It was not a new design or innovative feature that birthed Helikon-Tex. Instead, Helikon-Tex was established in 1983, with the company focusing on the acquisition and sale of military surplus. However, the mid-nineties saw the company change direction, and by 1999 Helikon-Tex began to design and manufacture their own range of military and paramilitary equipment.

Helikon-Tex’s continued success is proof that their decision was right, and they are proud to offer a wide range of uniforms, tactical clothing, backpacks, boots and equipment that have gained recognition among soldiers, policemen, law enforcement officers, survival and outdoor enthusiasts all over the world. The company is staffed by those passionate about providing a outstanding end product to the user which combines brilliant design features with cutting edge materials.

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First and foremost, the Cobra range all make use of the Cobra Quick Release buckle from AustriAlpin. The Cobra Quick Release buckle is the safest, most finely crafted, and strongest load bearing buckles available anywhere. They are also the only stab-lock style fastener in the safety products market that will not open while under load. All COBRA® quick releases are machined from the highest grade 7075 aluminium alloy and feature solid brass and stainless-steel components. Each production batch is randomly test certified for strength, and in the case of our NFPA models, all are individually test loaded to 11kN. Furthermore, the Cobra range of belts all offer the end-user something slightly different. Each belt has been created with a specific goal in mind, and Helikon-Tex have delivered brilliantly on them all. The Cobra range has quite clearly been thought out by the designers at Helikon, with each item able to perform within its intended field.

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■ COBRA MODULAR RESCUE BELT

The Cobra Modular Rescue Belt, or MRCB®, is the cornerstone of Helikon-Tex’s ‘Patrol’ duty gear line. It may be worn as a standalone product, as a mounting platform for holsters or MOLLE/PALS compatible pouches, or it can be used as a basic belt for modular sleeves. The Cobra Modular Rescue Belt features the certified rescue Cobra® D-ring buckle by AustriAlpin®.

■ COBRA MODULAR RANGE BELT

The CMRB belt was designed as an alternative solution for all those who prefer to use the PALS/MOLLE-compatible pouches or accessories, but do not want to encumber themselves with a big belt or the modular sleeve. Modular Range Cobra Belt would take all classical holsters, while at the same time it would fit all the modular field pocket sets. Patented AustriAlpin® Cobra® buckle guarantees durable fastening.

■ COBRA COMPETITION RANGE BELT

The Competition Cobra Range Belt has been designed for dynamic shooting sports, such as IPSC, IDPA and 3GUN. Stiffened belt provides a more stable platform for holsters and pouches worn by the competitor. The Cobra® buckle by AustriAlpin® guarantees that the belt remains fastened. The Competition Cobra Range Belt® may be used as a standalone outer belt in connection with the inner belt, Non-slip Comfort Pad® and suspenders – or go through the belt loops of the pants.

CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about the Helikon-Tex range of products through the following lines of contact.

POLAND ■ Contact: +48 71 769 45 90 ■ Email: shop@helikon-tex.com

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INSPIRATION IN DESIGN, EXCELLENCE IN PERFORMANCE WHETHER TREKKING TO THE POLAR CAPS OR OPERATING IN A DANGEROUS WAR ZONE, KARRIMOR SF UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF HIGH QUALITY EQUIPMENT AND THE END-USER’S RELIANCE ON SAID EQUIPMENT TO SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATE ANY MISSIONS THEY MAY BE TASKED TO COMPLETE.

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Karrimor SF are a British-based manufacturer who specialise in the creation of rucksacks and load carriage equipment for use in some of the harshest environments on planet Earth. Born in 1995, the Karrimor SF brand took the innovations and technologies from their already successful civilian targeted product ranges and applied them to the military and law enforcement sectors. In today’s market, Karrimor SF are renowned for their design ethos and manufacturing capabilities, with each product being carefully thought out and manufactured to the highest levels possible.

Operating with a mantra that states - “Inspiration in design, excellence in performance”, Karrimor SF realise the importance of equipment that can successfully navigate through the range of different missions that may be tasked for completion. This understanding has put them in a position where adventurers, explorers and bushcraft enthusiasts are applauding Karrimor SF for their attempts, with each individual bestowing on Karrimor SF the ultimate compliment - continued support of the brand.

MODI 15 The MODI 15 is the smallest of four rucksacks within Karrimor SF’s Nordic Range; a range of rucksacks which takes its inspiration from the various

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Norse gods of Viking myth. Karrimor SF designed the MODI 15 to fulfil the need for a smaller sized patrol pack for use within the Armed Forces.

The MODI 15 is a 15 litre rucksack comprised of two main sections: a large main compartment and a smaller top pocket; both of which offer a two-way zip opening. The large main compartment opens to reveal a whole range of storage options, with two pockets located on one side of the opened rucksack and a organiser on the other. Behind the organiser Karrimor SF have also allowed room for either a laptop or hydration bladder.

In a effort to remain at the forefront of the rucksack market, the MODI 15 has used a number of modern manufacturing techniques. Firstly, the MODI 15 is constructed with a laminated laser cut fabric which offers modular capability while reducing the weight and complexity of the bag.

In doing this, Karrimor SF have created a product that not only offers the end-user with a range of functionality, but also looks good while doing so.

Furthermore, the MODI 15 includes all of the general features you would expect from a leading manufacturer, including: a s-shaped shoulder harness, a removable sternum strap, YKK zips, a rain cover and is treated with a durable water repellent.

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3 1 The MODI 15 is Karrimor SF’s answer to the need for a smaller patrol pack within the Nordic range. The MODI is a 15 litre rucksack that offers load baring capabilities via two compartments – a small top pocket along with a larger main compartment.

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The MODI 15 is manufacturers from KS-LC, a 500D Nylon face fabric with 210D Nylon laminated on the reverse face to increase strength and durability.

Multicam models are manufactured from a 500D Infra-Red Reflective outer fabric.

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CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about Karrimor SF range of products through the following lines of contact.

UNITED KINGDOM ■ Call: +44 (0)1392 360065 ■ Email: sales@karrimorsf.com

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HAVING BEEN THE LEADING GEAR AND APPAREL SUPPLIER TO THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FOR FIFTY YEARS, PROPPER ARE DEDICATED TO EQUIPPING THOSE WHO COMMIT THEIR LIVES TO SERVING OTHERS. WITH A RANGE THAT HAS BEEN EVOLVING SINCE THE 1960S, THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT PROPPER ARE A COMPANY YOU CAN PUT YOUR FAITH IN.

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WOMAN’S ACU COAT AND PANTS When Propper launched in 1967, no one within the company would have believed you if you told them that 50 years later they would have made over 120 million garments for military and law enforcement personnel.

What started in as a single contract to make the iconic white Dixie Cup hats for the Navy turned into five decades of dedication and hard work as Propper grew to become one of the largest single providers of US military apparel in the United States. Along the way, Propper branched out to serve the needs of the law enforcement and public safety communities as well.

Propper equipment is defined by four simple ideals – Precision, Durability, Comfort and Style. Propper claim that they don’t just make the best gear out there, they make it right… right to the core.

From design to delivery, Propper are driven by the need to create top-of-the-range equipment. Each decision has been made deliberately, with each idea being calculated – a difference you can feel in every stitch, every seam and every pocket. Furthermore, when a company have been the leading gear and apparel supplier to one of the largest Armed Forces in the world, you know they’re doing something right.

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It is often quite easy to forget that while the various militaries around the world are male dominant, there are a large number of females that serve across a variety of different roles. With this comes a need to properly equip females. While the majority of equipment will be unisex, with items such as plate carriers needing no change in design, the male and female body, as you are well aware, offer different challenges.

The female form is most certainly different to the male form.

Furthermore, wearing equipment that hasn’t been designed to take this into account can be uncomfortable. For example, a male would never be expected to fit into female trousers due to the differences in cut around the groin area. Likewise, a female should not be expected to fit into male clothing. While a number of companies do not offer sex-specific equipment, Propper do.

Having been the leading gear and apparel supplier to the Unites States Armed Forces for an extended period of time, Propper are aware of the importance of sex-specific uniforms, understanding the need to be comfortable in a uniform that is not only worn for long periods of the day, but is also expected to perform in some of the harshest environments known to man, or in this case, woman.

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WOMAN’S ACU COAT PROPPER EQUIPMENT

It’s built to last. Felled seams throughout the Propper ACU Coat in 50/50 NYCO fabric enhance its durability, while a bi-swing back gives you improved range of motion. The ACU Coat is fade-, shrink- and wrinkle-resistant, stain- and liquid-repellent, and comes in a wide range of pattern options. All pockets and pouches are consistent with military specification FQ/PD 14-04A. FEATURES ■ 50% nylon / 50% cotton ■ Sewn to military specification FQ/PD 14-04A ■ Fold down collar ■ Felled seams throughout for enhanced durability ■ 2x tilted chest pockets with hook and loop closure ■ Covered 2-way zipper front with cloth pull ■ Bi-swing back improves range of motion ■ Imported

WOMAN’S ACU PANT PROPPER EQUIPMENT

The updated Propper® ACU Trouser is an authentic military garment approved for active duty use by the U.S. Army. The trouser features forward-tilted cargo pockets with button closures, knee pouches for internal kneepad inserts and bellowed storage pockets on the calf. The ACU Trouser is sewn to military specification PD 14-05A. FEATURES ■ 50% nylon / 50% cotton ■ Sewn to military specification PD 14-05A ■ Fade-, shrink-, and wrinkle-resistant ■ Felled inseams, outseams, and seat seams ■ 8-pocket design ■ Drawstring waist for quick and secure fit ■ Reinforced seat ■ Button fly ■ Durable drawstring leg closures ■ Imported

CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can enquire about Propper’s range of products through the following lines of contact.

AMERICA ■ Contact Number: 800.296.9690

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Established in 1906 as Malden Mills, Polartec is the premium provider of innovative textile solutions. Since inventing modern synthetic fleece in 1981, their engineers have advanced the science of fabric, creating fabric technologies that solve problems and improve the way products are designed and used. Polartec’s products range from lightweight wicking and cooling fabrics, to insulation and weather protection textiles, and are utilised by leading consumer brands, the U.S. Military and other global militaries, flame resistant, workwear, and contract upholstery markets.

From their factories in the U.S. and across the globe, Polartec continue to develop category defining fabrics used in the most challenging environments around the world. By providing solutions to seemingly impossible problems, Polartec collaborate with the world’s leading brands to invent what doesn’t yet exist. They challenge the status-quo of the industry at every layer, turning shortcomings into new solutions. With a global manufacturing network in place, Polartec make fabric closer to where it is needed, with improved efficiency, quality assurance, and enhanced capabilities. Furthermore, their supply chain is built from industry-leading investments in sustainable manufacturing and their compliance meets or exceeds all mandated standards, globally.

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MILITARY ISSUE COLLECTION

The foundation of today’s GEN III Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (E.C.W.C.S.)––the standard issue cold weather apparel system in the U.S. Army––is the Polartec® Military Issue Collection. This system provides soldiers with a multi-layered, performance driven clothing system that’s designed to be versatile and adaptable to varying operational and environmental conditions.

For more than a decade there have been GEN III E.C.W.C.S. labeled military garment designs for sale online and from select military retail stores.

While some of these items are authentic surplus garments, it remains an unregulated gray area. Foreign imitations continue to pop up in their various forms, and even outdoor sporting and hunting brands have adopted military issue garment nomenclature into product descriptions.

Now available directly from the source, these authentic Polartec fabrics and designs are proudly made in America and shipped directly from the same U.S. cut and sew manufacturers that have been creating these garments since 2007. Polartec GEN III E.C.W.C.S. products and the Polartec® Military Issue Collection includes

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The ultimate layering system starts here.

The Polartec® Level I Silkweight Shirt is the foundation of the modern GEN III E.C.W.C.S. layering system. Soft and comfortable for versatile next-to-skin performance. Currently available in military Tan 499 colour..

The Polartec® Level II Grid Knit Shirt is made with Polartec’s iconic (and patented) Polartec® Power Grid™ bi-component knit fabric. A single fabric with two distinct surface constructions create open air channels for optimal breathability and heat retention. Currently available in military Tan 499 colour.

Get that Fabulous FOB performance with the Polartec® Level III Smoking Jacket. Made with authentic Polartec® High Loft™ fleece. Elevated fleece engineering, Polartec® High Loft™ brings the thermal efficiency of performance fleece to even greater heights. Our patented, high pile knit construction retains body heat within large air pockets for ultra soft and compressible comfort. Available in military Tan 499 colour.

GEN III ECWCS LEVEL I

■ Polartec® Silkweight fabric ■ Cool next-to-skin comfort ■ Moisture Wicking ■ Fast Drying ■ Shape Retention ■ Highly Durable + Compressible

GEN III ECWCS LEVEL II

■ Polartec® Power Grid™ ■ Half-Zip w/ adjustable collar ■ Bi-Component Knit Fabric ■ Versatile Insulation ■ Moisture Wicking ■ Highly Breathable ■ Flat lock seams + Cover stitched hems ■ Fast Drying

GEN III ECWCS LEVEL III

■ Polartec® High Loft™ + Power Grid™ ■ Body Mapped Panel Construction ■ Warmth without Weight ■ Highly Compressible Abrasion resistant shoulders, collar, arms ■ 2x chest pockets ■ Insulated side pockets

CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about the Polartec range of products through the following lines of contact.

CONTACT ■ North America: (800) 252-6688 ■ International: +31 43 3568500

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THE GEAR TO COMPLETE ANY MISSION. PERIOD. The Micro Trauma Kit Now!™ In the field, on duty, or totally off the grid, accidents happen everyday. You can’t predict where it’ll happen, but you can be ready when it does, with the Micro Trauma Kit Now! ™ Quick, one-handed deployment of critical first aid supplies means you’ll be there to provide life-saving care to yourself or anyone you come across.

Things don’t always go according to plan. Be prepared for any situation with the Micro Trauma Kit Now!™ Get yours today at BlueForceGear.com/prepared.

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TEAM WENDY

TEAM WENDY LIVE BY A SIMPLE MANTRA, AIMING TO INNOVATE TO PROTECT. FOLLOWING A STEADY RISE IN THE NUMBER OF CASES OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES, TEAM WENDY HAVE COMMITTED THEMSELVES TO THE RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF ADVANCED PROTECTION SOLUTIONS TO AID IN THE PREVENTION OF THESE INJURIES.

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TEAM WENDY Founded in 1997 following the tragic death of founder Dan Moore’s daughter Wendy in a skiing accident, Team Wendy initially set their focus on the creation of ski helmets to prevent the onset of traumatic brain injuries. Following their success in the industry, Team Wendy soon moved onto producing equipment for the military, law enforcement and search and rescue communities. With the aim of researching, developing, designing and in turn, delivering a plethora of cutting edge protection solutions, Wendy’s name lives on eternally, saving numerous lives in the process.

Through its long-standing relationship with the U.S. Military, Team Wendy have supplied more than six-million protective helmets since 2005. With a state-of-the-art facility based in Cleaveland, Ohio, Team Wendy utilise testing, engineering and chemistry labs, as well as a 62,000 square foot manufacturing facility, housed by a diverse range of professionals all working to bring a number of different sectors a helmet system which they can trust in.

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EXFIL BALLISTIC ACCESSORIES Combining years of market research with their state-of-the-art manufacturing process, Team Wendy’s EXFIL Ballistic range meets a ballistic rating of NIJ Level III-A, along with a fragmentation V50 of 2,400ft/s against 17-grain FSP. The helmet itself also exceeds ACH blunt impact protection requirements, averaging below 70G across all locations and conditions, which is less that half of the allowable maximum requirement.

After launching the EXFIL Ballistic Helmet range, Team Wendy started work on a range of ballistic accessories to accompany it. With the range of different hazards presented to the modern warfighter, Team Wendy wanted to ensure that the EXFIL Ballistic Helmet covered all of the bases, launching three products that protect the end-user in different ways.

The Ballistic Mandible has been designed to provide the end-user with full face protection. The Ballistic Visor offers the end-user with an alternative to wearing ballistic rated shooting glasses or goggles, protecting the vision of the end-user against a range of different perils. Lastly, the Ballistic Ear Covers provide scalable ballistic protection to protect the end-user ears. All of this combines to make one of the safest ballistic rated helmets on the market.

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BALLISTIC VISOR

Protect your eyes from liquids and projectiles with the EXFIL® Ballistic Visor with ESS Lens Technology. The EXFIL Ballistic Visor is a low-profile, lightweight visor system that mounts quickly and tool-free to the front section of the EXFIL Rail 3.0 accessory mounting system. It quickly adjusts into three preset positions (down, up and stowed), and provides clearance for NVG mounts when in the stowed position. The EXFIL Ballistic Visor comes standard with a flexible upper flange to prevent debris and liquid from seeping into the wearer’s eyes from the brim of the helmet.

BALLISTIC EAR COVERS

The EXFIL® Ballistic Ear Covers (set of two) provide scalable ballistic protection to protect the end-users ears, akin to the design of the MICH 2002. When used in combination with the EXFIL Ballistic Helmet, the full system provides comparable or greater coverage than a full cut ACH helmet (increases total EXFIL® Size 1 coverage to 180.0 in2 and EXFIL® Size 2 to 191.8 in2 – compare to ACH Large at 178.8 in2).

Furthermore, the Ballistic Ear Covers are quickly and easily installed without tools onto any EXFIL® Ballistic or EXFIL® Ballistic SL helmet.

BALLISTIC MANDIBLE The EXFIL® Ballistic Mandible mounts quickly and tool-free to the front section of the EXFIL Rail 2.0 or EXFIL Rail 3.0, protecting the face and ears from fragmentation while still allowing the user to cheek his/her weapon.

It is compatible with the EXFIL Ballistic or EXFIL Ballistic SL of respective size fitted with either accessory rail system.

The EXFIL Ballistic Mandible comes standard with two interchangeable nose pieces: a ballistic nose with a Cordura® and nylon/ spandex blend cover, and a non-ballistic, all-terrain nose with vents to allow for additional airflow.

CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about the Team Wendy range of products through the following lines of contact.

AMERICA ■ Contact Number: 216.738.2518 ■ Contact Form: www.teamwendy.com/contact

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Founded in 1987 by a veteran of the United States Armed Forces, Wiley X Inc.© has been built to serve a single mission: To provide superior protective eyewear to those who protect their home countries around the world. Over a thirty year period Wiley X have endeavoured to protect eyes in some of the harshest conditions known to man, creating some of the best protective eyewear on the market along the way. Along the way Wiley X have evolved into an entity that provides a range of protective equipment, applying the same ethos of providing high quality protective equipment across a number of different sectors.

Putting their equipment through a range of tests, Wiley X are are a company the end user can place their trust in, with the company providing a plethora of items that utilise the best in research & development, materials and manufacturing. With operational hubs based in both America and Denmark, Wiley X are positioned to provide equipment across the globe, and they have slowly built up a reputation that placed them within the upper echelons of protective equipment.

NATO APPROVED SHOOTING GLASSES For over 30 years, Wiley X has been committed to serving the needs of Military, Government, Law Enforcement, Fire and Emergency Service professionals around the world. With this comes a duty to ensure that Wiley X products adhere to numerous safety standards to allow for use within certain departments. For example, each item that falls under military usage must have a NATO Stock Number.

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A NATO Stock Number, or National Stock Number as it’s known in the United States of America, is a 13-digit numeric code which identifies all the standardised material items of supply as they have been recognised by all NATO countries. That’s not to say that non-NATO countries do not make use of the NATO Stock Number, with Australia, Japan and New Zealand all making use of the system. The NATO Stock Number consists of the NATO Supply Class (NSC or FSC) and the National Item Identification Number (NIIN). However the NIIN alone uniquely identifies the item, the FSC merely adds context by indicating the general classification of the item.

As expected, Wiley X have a range of products that adhere to NATO standards, with an offering of five different products that have been recognised by all NATO countries. Of those five items, three come in the form of shooting glasses – the PT-1, Romer 3 and Saber.

The designs are fairly generic in regards to shooting glasses; with the PT-1 and Saber designed to fit the traditional aesthetic utilised by shooting glasses manufacturers around the world, and the Romer 3 being designed in a way to remove the ‘tactical’ element, which in turn makes them the perfect option for those who need to maintain a low profile. Nothing necessarily game changing, but executed brilliantly nonetheless.

Where Wiley X starts to excel though is their attention to detail. Each NATO approved Wiley X product makes use of Shatterproof Selenite™ Polycarbonate lenses that meet the MIL-PRF-32432(GL) ballistic standards: ANSI Z87.1 high velocity and high mass impact standards: as well as US Federal OSHA 1910.133(b)(1)(1) standards. Furthermore, each of these products is treated with T-Shell; a lens coating which resists scratching, as well as every pair of lenses offering 100% UVA/UVB protection.

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■ SMOKE GREY LENSES

Smoke grey lenses provide glare reduction without distorting colours. Excellent in bright/glare conditions. Light transmission 14%-20%.

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Best light enhancing lens tint. Enhances contrast in low to extremely low-light conditions, haze, etc. Light transmission 86%

■ CLEAR LENSES

Clear lenses provide maximum light transmission allowing wearer’s to see precise color values. Perfect for hazy or overcast, dusk/dawn conditions and indoor use. Light transmission: 89%

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Light Rust lens enhances medium-low light.

Light transmission 53%

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■ VERMILLION LENSES

Vermillion lens for low-medium light. Light transmission 53%

CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can inquire about the Wiley X range of products through the following lines of contact.

INTERNATIONAL ■ America: 800.776.7842 ■ Europe: +45 96 93 00 45

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Warrior Assault Systems was founded in the United Kingdom in 2005, with an onus placed on functionality, durability and overall weight reduction, their product range has enhanced the operational capabilities of the modern warfighter around the world.

WARRIOR GLOVES

Warrior Assault Systems currently offer three different pairs of gloves – the Enforcer, the Firestorm and the Omega. Both the Enforcer and Firestorm are fairly similar in regards to design and materials used, while the Omega are their latest offering and are in fact so new that all three colour-ways are yet to be listed on their website.

Warrior Assault Systems’ product range includes a variety of cutting edge tactical equipment, all manufactured to the highest standard using certified mil-spec materials sourced from the United States. Warrior Assault Systems is a brand you can place your trust in, having been tried and tested in the most intense and critical of environments; the theatre of war.

With a product range that includes a variety of equipment that has been designed and developed following direct input from serving Tier-1 assets following deployment in theatres such as Iraq and Afghanistan, it comes as no surprise that Warrior Assault Systems has fast become a mainstay in tactical excellence, with dealers found in 28 different countries. By using Warrior Assault System equipment, you are investing in equipment that has been battle tested by the world’s finest modern warfighters.

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Both the Enforcer and the Firestorm are constructed from DuPont fire-resistant Nomex, which has been matched with a premium quality leather hide. This leather is soft, durable and hard wearing for use in the harshest of environments. Both the fingers and palms are protected with raised padding to offer the end-user additional protection. Furthermore, all key areas have been reinforced with double stitching to prevent any unnecessary failures.

The Omega is Warrior Assault Systems’ latest glove, released with the introduction of the company’s new website. Warrior’s Omega glove is far removed from the Enforcer and Firestorm, and clearly shows the evolution the company has gone through over the last half-decade. The Omega is manufactured using a range of materials across the various sections of the glove. The main material in use is a spandex fabric to allow for a greater range of movement while wearing the glove. This has been coupled with a synthetic leather palm, a neoprene cuff and a nylon polymer knuckle. Furthermore, the Omega is touch screen compatible on the index finger and thumb.

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■ Touch screen compatible (index finger/thumb) ■ Nylon polymer knuckle ■ Ergonomic cut and fit for comfort ■ Double stitched, reinforced etched synthetic leather double palm ■ Spandex fabric ■ Greater dexterity ■ Improved grip ■ Multi-purpose tactical glove ■ Neoprene cuff

■ Made From Premium Quality Leather ■ Nomex ■ Hard Knuckle For Protection ■ Ergonomic Cut And Fit For Comfort ■ Double Stitched Reinforced Etched Leather Palms ■ Greater Dexterity ■ Improved Grip ■ Multi-purpose Tactical Glove ■ Flame And Flash Protection

■ Made From Premium Quality Leather ■ Nomex ■ Hard Knuckle For Protection ■ Ergonomic Cut And Fit For Comfort ■ Double Stitched Reinforced Etched Leather Palms ■ Greater Dexterity ■ Improved Grip ■ Multi-purpose Tactical Glove ■ Flame And Flash Protection

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CONTACT INFORMATION Warrior Assault Systems has an extensive dealer network, with their products currently available in over 24 different countries. Contact information is available on their website.

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CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can get in touch with Magnum through the following lines of contact.

UNITED KINGDOM ■ Contact Number: +44 1702 561320

The rest, as they say, is history, with Magnum boots now being a global presence within the footwear industry. Since the company’s beginnings in the 80s, Magnum has grown exponentially, winning numerous awards and creating the worlds’ number 1 selling boot in 2006.

ELITE SPIDER X 8.0 AND 5.0 SIDEZIP

The Elite Spider X tactical uniform boots are exceptionally breathable and comfortable uniform boot that have been manufactured for both males and females, making it perfect for the law enforcement world. The Elite Spider X boot comes in two variants – the 5.0 and the 8.0, with the designations referring to the height of the boot.

Choosing the best safety boots is really important. Even more so when they’re likely being worn for long periods of the day. With this in mind it’s clear that boots need to be both comfortable and protective, but like most footwear, it often comes down to individual preference on what works and what doesn’t. Having considered this, how exactly do you find the best pair of boots? Well, while we’re unsure, Magnum seem to know a little bit about making a good pair of boots.

Founded in Essex, England, Magnum is a subsidiary of Hi-Tec Sports; a sports company that found its fame in the early 70s following the success of its squash-specific shoe. By 1982, Hi-Tec Magnum was born due to the demand from the FBI training centre at Quantico, Virginia, USA, for lightweight, athletically built black tactical boots. Until this point the officers were wearing the Hi-Tec Sierra Lite Hiking boot but the request came for an all black, high top version with a shineable toe, giving birth to the original tactical boot constructed using sports shoe materials.

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The Magnum Elite Spider X ensures quality through the use of a range of highly sought-after materials. Firstly, the Elite Spider X features a durable leather upper with hard wearing breathable CORDURA® AFT 3D fabric air mesh vents and a fast wicking lining. Furthermore, all of the hardware is both rustproof and anti-glare, while the sole is manufactured using Vibram technology. Moreover, the Elite Spider X are exceptionally comfortable with a shock absorbing MPACT POWER insole and compression moulded shock absorbing RECOIL midsole proving all-day support and underfoot cushioning comfort.

One of the main features of the Elite Spider X is the side-zip found on the inside of each boot. While the concept of a side-zip is hardly a new one, it does allow for easy donning and doffing of the boot. Again, Magnum have ensured the best quality products have been used within the Elite Spider X, with the zip being a curved YKK branded zip and zipper.

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TECHNOLOGIES USED ■ MPACT POWER

The M-P.A.C.T. Response compression molded PU insole is ideal for cushioning and shock absorption.

M-P.A.C.T, which stands for Magnum Performance Athletic Comfort Technology, ensures that your feet receive ideal arch support and protection against shock, while the moisture wicking top layer provides increased breathability for extra comfort.

■ VIBRAM

Vibram is the world leader in high performance rubber soles combining quality, innovation and the best compounds for their specific use. Vibram has positioned itself as the market standard with a wide range of soles targeted to outdoor pursuits.

As a result, Vibram soles are always produced with three objectives: to guarantee the best performance, the maximum level of comfort and long lasting quality.

To maintain their high standards, Vibram soles undergo a series of stringent tests in both the laboratory and in the field by the dedicated Vibram Tester Team.

■ RECOIL

RECOIL comfort midsoles provide maximum comfort and shock absorption by having 69%* more rebound than standard EVA. This ensures ultimate underfoot comfort and cushioning in any kind of activities and on any surface.

These durable, long lasting midsoles are synonymous with resilience and cushioning, by absorbing the impact of each step and releasing higher rebound energy to minimise discomfort and injuries.

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AROUND THE WORLD OPERATORS HAVE USED AIMPOINT® RED DOT SIGHTS FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS PROVING THEIR VALUE. MANUFACTURED SINCE 1975, MORE THAN 1,500,000 AIMPOINT® SIGHTS ARE IN HANDS OF THE INTENDED END-USER. WHETHER IN THE FIELD OR ON THE STREETS, YOU CAN COUNT ON AIMPOINT® RED DOT SIGHTS!

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FCS13RE The FCS system is a Direct View Optic (DVO) that consists of an eye safe (class 1) 1550 nm Laser Range Finder, a ballistic computer with the capability to store more than 50 different ballistic algorithms, and a very near parallax free optical channel with unlimited eye relief.

Throughout history, conflicts have taken place in some of the harshest environments known to mankind, and some products simply are not cut out to withstand the myriad of abuse operators often come accustomed to. In 1974, a small group of Swedish entrepreneurs started exploring ways to improve shooting accuracy, and in turn, produce a product that stood up to the environments operators found themselves in. Over time, their project grew into a product range that more than three-million end-users place their faith in - oftentimes when their lives depend on the equipment they use.

An Aimpoint® sight gives you a tremendous advantage – aiming with both eyes open allows you to see the target as well as the surroundings.

You instinctively place the red dot on the target, and you’re ready to pull the trigger. The mechanical switch allows the shooter to get the right setting rapidly while aiming through the sight. Aimpoint also design their products to operate constantly for years on a single battery so your sight will be ready when you are.

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The FCS automatically compensates for the ballistic drop of projectiles at measured distances, factoring in variables such as rotational (spin) drift, propellant temperature and terrain angle.

The system will also allow the engagement of moving targets and calculates the point of aim depending on speed of the target dynamically.

When the distance is measured the ballistic is calculated and compensated immediately.

The aiming reticule changes position in the optical channel electronically and very quickly. Neither motors nor sensitive moving parts are used within the system. If ammunition type is changed, the ballistic algorithm is entered and utilized automatically, so no new distance measurement is required.

The Aimpoint FCS system can also be programmed for 40 mm HV airburst ammunition. The detonation can easily be moved along the axis of fire with different burst modes – string of pearls, to engage targets in defilade.

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Due to the FCS13RE’s ability to run more than 50 different ballistic algorithms, it can greatly increase the probability of a hit on the first attempt which in turn drastically reduced the collateral damage.

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CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, you can get in touch with Aimpoint through the following lines of contact.

SWEDEN ■ Contact Number: +46406715020 ■ Website: www.aimpoint.com

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The Safariland Group, a company with a rich heritage in the law enforcement and sporting markets, encompasses a group of recognized and well-respected brands known for their innovation and quality.

Safariland are committed to focusing on the customer first in all they do.

Their mission, Together, We Save Lives, is much more than a statement; it is a creed the company lives by. This year, The Safariland Group celebrated 55-years of providing trusted and innovative life-saving equipment to law enforcement, military, outdoor recreation and personal protection markets.

The Safariland Group is a leading global provider of a broad range of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets. The Safariland Group offers a number of recognized brand names in these markets including Safariland® armour, duty gear and communications, Bianchi®, Break Free®, Hatch® and Nik® to name a few. With a product range that spans four different sectors: Tactical, Military, Law Enforcement and Recreational Shooting, you can rest assured that there will be a Safariland variant on the market to fulfil a specific need.

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6354DO ALS OPTIC TACTICAL HOLSTER Safariland live by four simple values: Innovation, Performance, Excellence and Legacy, and these values shine true when looking towards the range of products offered by Safariland. The Model 6354DO ALS Optic Tactical Holster for Red Dot Optics is testament to these values, with the holster adapting to the changing requirements placed upon tactical gear manufacturers. With the wider usage of red dot optic sights for sidearms, the need for a holster which accommodated such sights was obvious to Safariland, who soon released the Model 6354DO. The 6354DO features the Automatic Locking System (ALS) and is specifically made for use with red dot optic-equipped weapons. Safariland haven’t re-invented the wheel though when it comes to design, it has instead stuck with its tried and tested formula, incorporating the silhouette of a red dot sight into its design.

This holster is available with an infrared signature reducing Cordura nylon finish in several US military issue colours and camouflage. It also features a double leg strap leg shroud which includes mounting holes for optional accessories. The 6354DO incorporates the Safariland 3-hole pattern allowing the user to mount the holster in various configurations with the use of the Quick Locking System (QLS).

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The Model 6354DO ALS Optic Tactical Holster for Red Dot Optics features Safariland’s Automatic Locking System which secures the weapon once holstered. To re-draw the holster, the end-user simply deactivates the release and draws the side arms straight up.

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To allow for a secure fit the Safariland Model 6354DO ALS Optic Tactical Holster makes use of two different methods.

Firstly, the holster is secured to a thigh board which matches the curvature of the thigh. Secondly, two leg straps secure the holster to the end-users’ thigh.

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AMERICA ■ Contact Number: 800.347.1200 ■ Website: www.safariland.com

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BORN IN OREGON IN 1994, COLUMBIA RIVER KNIFE AND TOOL IS AN AMERICAN COMPANY KNOWN FOR DISTINCTION IN DESIGN, SELECTION, AND QUALITY. FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS, CRKT HAS PUT INNOVATION AND INTEGRITY FIRST, MAKING A COMMITMENT TO BUILD PRODUCTS THAT INSPIRE AND ENDURE. OVER TIME, CRKT HAVE COLLABORATED WITH SOME OF THE BEST DESIGNERS IN THE WORLD AND OPERATE ON A SIMPLE PRINCIPLE: “THAT THE GREATEST THING WE CAN GIVE OUR CUSTOMERS IS ‘CONFIDENCE IN HAND®’”.

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CONTACT INFORMATION You can inquire about the CRKT range of products through the following lines of contact.

HEINNIE HAYNES ■ Contact Number: +44 1446 722 500 CRKT ■ Contact Number: +1 800 891 3100

Each CRKT product seamlessly blends functionality with innovative design. These products are then put through their paces in a range of different environments, and rarely fail the test. When quality is paramount, you simply cannot go wrong with the CRKT range, which includes everything from folding and fixed blade knives through to tomahawks and various other outdoor accessories.

TIGHE BREAKER Designed by Brian Tighe of Ridgefield, Ontario, it’s a no-frills, combat and utility blade wrapped with a paracord handle. If you find yourself faced with an unexpected obstacle on a mission, the Tighe Breaker™ is there to step in as a solution.

Though the older brother of this fixed blade is a study in good-looking design, the Tighe Breaker™ fixed blade is a no-frills remake built for raw, tactical situations. The strong blade is complete with a black stonewash finish and measures in at a capable 4.3. The drop point shape is optimal for both versatility and self-defence.

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The skeletonized, highly ergonomic handle is forged as an extension of the blade, eliminating weak points. It’s wrapped in black paracord upping both hold and the capability, and it fits neatly into a glass-reinforced nylon injection moulded sheath with a solid belt loop, offering multiple carry options.

The continual support and popularity of the original Tighe Breaker™ prompted Brian Tighe to design this tactical version to the downright delight of his followers and the greater knife community.

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The CRKT Tighe Breaker is simplistic in design, with the knife being made from a single piece of 8Cr13MoV Steel, a Chinese-produced steel that offers good overall reliability at a cost-effective price point.

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HEINNIE HAYNES â– Contact Number: +44 1446 722 500 CRKT â– Contact Number: +1 800 891 3100

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SPECIAL FORCES BIVVI BAG

West Yorkshire-based Snugpak have been at the forefront of the technical clothing market for well over 40 years now. Founded by Brett Harris as an original cottage industry, Brett would create body warmers having been inspired by his American counterparts who would wear them while doing high risk repair work on oil rigs. Brett would then use his free weekends to sell his products via local markets, while keeping his job to pay off his mortgage. Shortly after, demand grew, and Brett’s small cottage industry outgrew the kitchen he was working out of.

Before long, Snugpak became a fully fledged industrial business, with a functioning factory and an ever-expanding product range.

Since then, Snugpak have moved from strength to strength; winning various accolades on the way. With the advancement in technology, Snugpak have been able to make use of a range of different manufacturing processes - something that has seen the company incorporate a dedicated workforce at their West Yorkshire factory in the North of England; all of which are trained to use state of the art machinery coupled with the traditional sewing techniques that allowed Brett to shape Snugpak into the British powerhouse it is today.

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The SF Bivvi bag is the ideal choice for bushcraft and emergency survival. The non-locking 1/2 length front zip allows rapid egress when you have to move fast and every second is critical. With a small volume and exceptionally lightweight properties, it can be folded or packed away as a stalwart item in your race pack, with or without a sleeping bag.

The technical fabric of the Snugpak SF Bivvi Bag, Paratex Dry, is breathable, allowing trapped moisture to escape from within the microclimate, keeping you warm, dry and comfortable. Paratex Dry moves moisture out of the sleeping system at an impressive 7.5L of moisture per m² per 24hours. When seeking shelter from the weather elements, you will be grateful for the superior technical features of the Snugpak SF Bivvi Bag, and have greater confidence in your fast and light ventures, knowing you are equipped to deal with the worst weather, as well as having a protective shell for your sleeping bag.

With a small volume and exceptional light weight, it can be folded of packed away as a stalwart item in your outdoor kit, with or without a sleeping bag. A 5000mm Hydrostatic Head guarantees waterproof and windproof durability, creating an enclosed micro-climate that increases humidity and maintaining body temperature through the protection of evaporative and convection heat loss.

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As with all Snugpak products, the Special Forces Bivvi Bag incorporates some of the finest materials on the market. The technical fabric in use with the Special Forces Bivvi Bag is Paratex Dry, a breathable material that allows trapped moisture to escape, keeping you warm, dry and comfortable.

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ENGLAND ■ Contact Number: +44 (0) 1535 654 479 ■ Email: softie@snugpak.com

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CONTACT INFORMATION You can inquire about the Gerber range of products through the following lines of contact.

Alternatively, you can find an extensive list of their dealers via their website: gerbergear.com AMERICA ■ Contact Number: 800-950-6161

HFR-M LIGHT

Founded in 1939, Gerber have reliably served their customer base for 80 years, providing products that revolve around three key points quality, reliability and innovation. Working out of their base in Portland, Oregon, Gerber have created a global supply chain that has seen their profile grow since the companies inception. Carried extensively by hunters, soldiers and tradesmen, decades of innovation and dedication to their cause, Gerber have cemented themselves as one of the biggest companies within the marketplace, with millions around the world relying on the quality of their products.

With a wide range of products ranging from knives to machetes, multi-tools to shovels, they have consistently been able to pinpoint the specific needs of their end-users, and deliver products that have become engrained within their various sectors. You need only look at their track record to see how revered their products are. Gerber are in fact so confident that each item is backed by a lifetime warranty, almost challenging their users to find fault in their products.

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While Gerber are predominantly known for their work within the world of knives and multi-tools, the company also produce a range of items within different categories. A lot of these items fall under Gerber’s ‘Military’ section – a range that has been purpose built to various military specifications. Under Gerber’s tagline of “Still serving. Honor.

Duty. Country. To protect and defend. Times change. Commitments don’t.”, their range of military products are more than capable of serving those who fight on the front lines.

The HFR-M (Hands Free Recon) Light is a modular light that offers the end-user four different lighting options – white, red, NVIS (low detection

by NVGs) and IR. Coming in a small package of 2.99” x 2.99” x 1.74”, the HFR-M Light gives the end-user a level of versatility that is often a vital component in combat operations. This is capable due to the reversible universal clip that offers the ‘hands free’ in ‘Hands Free Recon’. This clip is easily attachable to a number of different surfaces such as a helmet or via MOLLE webbing.

As previously mentioned, the HFR-M offers the end-user four different lighting options, all of which have a different intended use. Furthermore, each of these options can be modified, with the HFR-M having four output options – low, medium, high and beacon. Gerber have also ensured that the light emits from all angles with 360-degree light articulation.

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The HFR-M gives the end-user an array of options in regard to lighting, with four different options available to the end-user – white, red, IR and NVIS (which offers low detection chance when using NVGs and full colour rendering for map reading). Furthermore, the end-user can alter the output of each option, with four output options including a beacon mode.

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Tactical Medical Solutions® is a global leading developer and manufacturer of pre-hospital medical gear for the tactical and civilian world. Founded in 2003 by a Special Forces medic who created the SOF® Tactical Tourniquet, their tourniquet is now one of only two windlass tourniquets approved for use by the Department of Defense, approved for use by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care, and is the tourniquet of choice for the American Red Cross. While the company’s original purpose was supporting the military, environments changed and TacMed progressed in to servicing law enforcement, fire, EMS, rescue, and now even civilians. As a result, their product line has expanded greatly and is constantly evolving.

Tactical Medical Solutions currently have over 2,000 products available and a presence in 70 countries around the world. Seeing a need to increase casualty management capabilities for their customers, the company created the brand Rescue Craft, which combines casualty care and rescue into safe and simple equipment for rescue personnel.

Furthermore, they also service civilian audiences such as all municipal buildings in the city of Dallas, professional sports stadiums including the Miami Dolphins and Washington Wizards and Capitals, Marriott hotels, churches, and public and private schools across the country through Tramedic®, their line of trauma kits developed for the everyday citizen. In all, Tactical Medical Solutions is a multi-faceted company with products across a range of different fields.

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TACMED ADAPTIVE FIRST AID KIT The TacMed™ Adaptive First Aid Kit, or AFAK, is a compact kit that provides the individual soldier or law enforcement officer with the necessary lifesaving equipment to effectively treat injuries commonly associated with combat trauma. The innovative design of the pouch and included tourniquet strap allow for the kit to be mounted either vertically or horizontally to any MOLLE surface, allowing the user to take advantage of unused space and prioritize individual equipment layout.

The AFAK can also be adapted to a MOLLE belt for operators that require a self-aid capability when not utilizing a body Armor system.

The removable insert and optional lanyard allow for “small of the back” placement with positive retention of the kit. An additional MOLLE platform on the exterior of the pouch aids in maximizing available space for user equipment preference. The included tourniquet strap system is also fully adaptive for vertical and horizontal placement based on user preference for access with both hands.

The TacMed Adaptive First Aid Kit comes in both stocked and unstocked variants, allowing the end-user to decide whether they need a full medical kit or whether they already have one. Bare in mind though that the stocked versions would have been carefully picked to optimally fill the pouch.

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One of the main benefits of the TacMed Adaptive First Aid Kit is it’s ability to be mounted virtually anywhere. This is thanks to the innovative design of the pouch which allows for the kit to be mounted either vertically or horizontally to any MOLLE surface.

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