REVIEW – Vertx Multicam Smock
ITEM: Multicam Smock
MANUFACTURER: Vertx
DESCRIPTION:
A next generation offering of the classic combat smock.
The traditional combat smock made of a cotton or NYCO blend of material, is intended to be a windproof (but not waterproof) garment to allow some protection from colder conditions yet allow breathability during high activity periods.
This iteration of a combat smock from Vertx is not only windproof, but waterproof as well, due to it’s highly technical material that stops water droplets on the external surface, yet allows water vapour to pass through to prevent the wearer being struck by hypothermia.
Posted in Clothing & Footwear, Military, Military Gear, Wet Weather by 22F with 6 comments.
INDUSTRY NEWS – 4to1 Consulting
My friend Buck has just joined the rest of us knuckle-draggers stepping into the modern digital age and setup his own consulting business with a web presence.
Since Buck still sings the United States Marine Hymn in the shower to remind himself of his days in the service, you can imagine his business isn’t exactly going to be about flower arranging. His area of expertise is one near and dear to the heart of many grunters – belt fed light and medium machine guns.
I wish him all the best in his new business endeavour, and look forward to seeing some of his new products for the big lumbering bruisers tasked with carrying the section/squad firepower.
Check out his website here:
Posted in Blog, Military, Weapons usage and accessories by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – Battle Systems Vinyl Tape, Coyote Brown
ITEM: Vinyl Tape, Coyote Brown
MANUFACTURER: Battle Systems LLC
DESCRIPTION:
A dedicated version of the electricians tape that is a standard item in many outdoor professionals kit bag.
Posted in Military, Miscellaneous Equipment by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – First Spear Exigent Circumstances Pack
ITEM: Exigent Circumstances Pack
MANUFACTURER: First Spear
DESCRIPTION:
New kid on the block, this is First Spear’s offering of an Assault Pack that can be worn attached to combat body armour, or stand-alone with shoulder straps.
Posted in Military, Military Gear, Packs & Webbing, Short Trip by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – ATS 7.62mm Modular Chest Rig
ITEM: 7.62mm Modular Chest Rig
MANUFACTURER: ATS
DESCRIPTION:
A one piece set of chest webbing or “battle bra” in Australian parlance. The rig has MOLLE channels for customising of equipment loadout and integral magazine pouches.
Posted in Military, Packs & Webbing by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – Wild Things Lowloft Jacket
ITEM: Low Loft Jacket
MANUFACTURER: Wild Things
DESCRIPTION:
A lower loft, quilted parka intended as a warmth layer in a suite of cold weather clothing.
Posted in Clothing & Footwear, Military, Military Gear by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – Crossfire DG-6
PRODUCT: DG-6 Pack
MANUFACTURER: Crossfire Pty Ltd
DESCRIPTION:
An external frame, large patrol pack with external pockets and a veritable tonne of features.
This item is the Australian company Crossfire’s entry into the non-modular long range or general purpose tactical backpack market. Capacity is listed at 85L (um, 5187 cubic inches).
Posted in Crossfire, Long Range, Military, Packs & Webbing by 22F with 9 comments.
REVIEW – KATHMANDU SELF-INFLATING MAT COMPACT 38
ITEM: Self Inflating Mat Compact 38
MANUFACTURER: Kathmandu
DESCRIPTION:
A lightweight self inflating sleeping mat, suitable for 2 or 3 season use.
Posted in Civilian, Overnight, Short Trip, Sleeping & Shelter by 22F with 4 comments.
REVIEW – Mystery Ranch IFAK
ITEM: IFAK Pouch
MANUFACTURER: Mystery Ranch
DESCRIPTION:
A self-contained IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) pouch to be worn on the man for immediate emergency use. Generally loaded with medical supplies to deal with immediate trauma such as gunshot, blast or breathing problems caused by those anti-social interactions between people we has seen so much coverage on the television in the last few years. I know for some of the readership however, that they haven’t been watching the television too much, they’ve been creating or living in the very news stories the rest of us have been watching.
Posted in Military, Packs & Webbing, Specialist by 22F with no comments yet.
REVIEW – Kifaru Woobie
PRODUCT: Woobie (Poncho Liner in the American vernacular)
MANUFACTURER: Kifaru
DESCRIPTION:
A lightweight, poncho liner. Made of two-tone material (grey/green). Weight is approximately 600g. Size is 66×84 inches unfolded (approx. 167x213cm). Paracord loops are placed on the corners and spaced strategically around the liner. A stuffsack is built in to the woobie.
Posted in Civilian, Military, Overnight, Short Trip, Sleeping & Shelter by 22F with no comments yet.