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Essex Junction, VT, USA (January 13, 2010) – Revision, leading developer of ballistic protective eyewear for military and law enforcement forces worldwide, introduces the Wolfspider Tactical Goggle System. Precision engineered for performance, the Revision Wolfspider Goggle streamlines size, weight and design for superior comfort and equipment compatibility. It provides an uncompromised field-of-view, best-in-class ballistic protection and dual-material frame technology for comfortable, extended wearability. For the system’s launch a panel of 45 tactical officers from across the country subjected the Wolfspider The system features flawless optics, OcuMax® coated interchangeable lenses for fog-free vision, and is 100% UV protective for military, tactical and recreational performance. The three-lens Deluxe Kit retails for $179.99 MSRP. High impact system exceeds military ballistic impact requirements for goggles: MIL-DTL-43511D clause 3.5.10 and EN 166 |
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BLACKHAWK!® Warrior Wear™ Apparel NORFOLK, VA - BLACKHAWK! Products Group™, the world leader in manufacturing tactical gear for the military, law enforcement, industrial security and outdoor markets has added to the popular Warrior Wear Apparel line a new 1700™ Shirt, TNT OPS Tactical Pant, a Performance Cotton Tactical Pant and Lightweight Tactical Shorts. “Due to the overwhelming popularity of the BLACKHAWK! apparel brand we significantly increased the line for 2010 to give our customers additional options for both duty and casual wear,” stated Mike Noell, BLACKHAWK!’s President and CEO.
BLACKHAWK!’S new Light Weight Tactical Shorts combine the features and benefits of the popular BLACKHAWK! light weight tactical pant with stylish cargo shorts for work or play. Made from durable 6.5 ounce polyester cotton blend, ripstop fabric and treated with Teflon® DWR for water resistance, these shorts are durable and comfortable. Built for mobility, the hidden waistband expands while rubber grip-strips keep the shirt tucked. Featuring secure zippered pockets and gusseted thigh and leg pockets for expansion as needed, the Light Weight Tactical Shorts are available in Black, Olive Drab, Khaki and Navy. For men’s even waist sizes 28 to 44” the retail price is $59.99, and for 46 to 54” the retail price is $69.99. For the weapon-carrying professional the BLACKHAWK! TNT OPS Tactical Pant has all the performance features built in a professional and modern pant design. Made from BLACKHAWK!’s TNT material and treatment combination that produce a lightweight, highly abrasion and tear resistant fabric with water and stain resistant properties, the TNT OPS Tactical Pant is not only durable but extremely comfortable. An elasticized and padded waistband provides for increased comfort when wearing a fully-loaded duty or tactical belt, and the extra-wide, reinforced belt-loops accommodate BLACKHAWK!’s CQB Rigger Belt. Articulated knees allow for greater movement capability. The spacious cargo pockets all have external zipper pockets to keep contents secure. Available in men’s even waist sizes in Clay or Navy for $79.99. Another great tactical pant from BLACKHAWK! is the Performance Cotton Tactical Pant that has all the popular features of the Warrior Wear Tactical Pant minus the MOLLE webbing on the hip. Made from 8.5 cotton canvas the pants are wrinkle, fade and stain resistant with reinforced hems on all the “high-wear” areas such as leg cuffs and hand pockets. The Performance Cotton Tactical Pant keeps everything organized in secure pockets from a hidden zipper pocket located behind the right hand pocket, easy-access top-opening mag pouch on each leg, zippered rear wallet-hip pocket separate from large rear pockets, and angle-cut hand pockets tapered to flat edges for proper placement of knives and other pocket clip items. Like the WW Tactical Pant, this Cotton Tactical Pant is all about mobility. A hidden expandable tunnel waistband adjusts up to 4” for added comfort and rubber grip-strips in the waistband keep the shirt tucked in when in motion. Available in men’s even waist sizes in Black, Khaki, Navy, and Olive Drab at a retail price of $59.99 for waist sizes 28 to 44 inches, and $69.99 for waist sizes 46 to 54 inches. |
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BLACKHAWK!® Ergonomic Duty Belt Harness
For Law Enforcement
Alleviating Discomfort from Heavy-Duty Rigs
NORFOLK, VA (December 2009) BLACKHAWK! Products Group™, the world leader in manufacturing tactical gear for the military, law enforcement, industrial security and outdoor markets has responded to the growing concern in the law enforcement community related to discomfort and injuries from long-term use of duty belts and related gear. In the past several decades, officers have been required to carry more and more items on their duty belts. As a result there has been an increase in chronic neuro-muscular injuries to the hips and lower back. Several studies and articles have been published on methods to relieve the discomfort faced by officers wearing heavy duty belts.
About BLACKHAWK!®:
BLACKHAWK! Products Group™, founded in 1993 by President and CEO Mike Noell, is a leading US manufacturer of tactical, military, shooting sports and law enforcement equipment. BLACKHAWK! is a global manufacturer of tactical gear, body armor, law enforcement duty gear, holsters, hydration systems, protective gloves and gear, apparel and footwear, knives, illumination tools, breaching tools, hunting gear, and recoil reducing stocks. BLACKHAWK! headquarters is in Norfolk, Virginia, with US manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, Montana, and Idaho. For more information on BLACKHAWK! and BLACKHAWK! products, log on to www.BLACKHAWK.com or call 800-694-5263.
6160 Commander Parkway
Norfolk, VA 23502
1-800-694-5263
www.BLACKHAWK.COM
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BLACKHAWK!® Warrior Wear™ Adds Mid-Layer Fleece and Performance Outerwear to Expanding Line NORFOLK, VA (October 2009) BLACKHAWK! Products Group™, the world leader in The Grid Fleece Series consists of a jacket, pullover, ¾ zip hoody and vest; all ideal layers for wear over the Warrior Wear Thermostatic Base Layer garments. The Grid Fleece Series is designed with a contoured, athletic fit to minimize bulk when layering. The jacket model is Shell Jak Zip-In compatible. Featuring Raglan sleeves for a full range of motion, the Grid Fleece series also has sleeve thumb-holes allowing for easy-on layering or as an additional hand covering. Made with a flat seam construction for a smooth fit with a zippered chest pocket for valuables, the Grid Fleece Series is available in Black and Coyote Brown and in men's sizes Small to 3X. The Vest MSRP is $59.99, the pullover MSRP is $69.99, the fleece jacket MSRP is $74.99 and the ¾ zip hoody MSRP is $79.99.
The RAD Series Vest is Shell Jak Zip-In compatible and when worn on its own this breathable soft-shell vest blocks out wind while the comfortable fleece lining provides ample warmth. The vest is designed with a lean-cut contour with a draw-cord adjustable waist and a medium height collar to keep body heat in and cold out. Featuring durable YKK zippers and zippered pockets for hands, a zippered pocket on the outside of the chest and an interior pocket, the RAD Series Vest offers warmth, protection, and layering capabilities for an MSRP of $109.99. Available in Black and Slate Blue and in men's sizes Small to 3X. The Fleece Liner for the Warrior Wear Shell Jak is designed to provide insulating comfort for the waterproof/breathable Shell Jak, and can easily and comfortably be worn alone. Featuring contemporary styling with a raised collar to keep warmth in and cold out, the Fleece Liner is made of plush wind-blocking polyester fleece with hand pockets and rugged YKK zippers. Available in Black and men's sizes Small to 3X, the Fleece Liner for the Shell Jak has an MSRP of $69.99.
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2009 USPSA Championship
EXETER, NH – SIG SAUER’s Team SIG Champion, Max Michel, claimed his 6th Area 6 Title in the 2009 USPSA Championship on April 17-19 in Covington, Georgia at the South River Gun Club. Max won 10 out of 12 stages to win with a 100% result. Area 6 has become known as one of the best and most competitive Championships in the country, this year being no different with 322 competitors, 23 of them being Grand Masters. It was at this Championship that Max Michel and “Team SIG” made their debut. Max Michel is a U.S. Army Shooting Team Veteran and Practical Shooting Champion, and most recently, the new SIG SAUER Manager of Competitive Shooting Activities. Max Michel first gained prominence in the competitive shooting arena with four USPSA® National Championships beginning in 2004 and two World Speed Shooting Championships in 2005 and 2007. Max has completed nearly 30 USPSA Area Championships and, as a representative of the United States, Max has competed in the last three International Practical Shooting Confederation® (IPSC) World Shoots returning home with team gold medals. Max has been a top recruit for the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) since 1999 and has been an active Army shooter and trainer. Max was also the Military Coach of the Action Pistol Team. To follow Max Michel and Team SIG, click on to http://www.sigsauer.com/TeamSig/MaxMichel.aspx. For more information on SIG SAUER, or any of its products, visit www.sigsauer.com. |
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REVISION WOLFSPIDER™ TACTICAL GOGGLE OFFERS LOW PROFILE PERFORMANCE AND LONG-WEAR COMFORT
Goggle to stringent field testing. Of the goggle’s compact design one tactical officer explains, “Very well designed, in a sleek package. Offered the protection and performance of a much larger system with the feel of a pair of sunglasses.” 
The BLACKHAWK! 
With a grant funded by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), BLACKHAWK! developed and tested an Ergonomic Duty Belt Harness that shifts the weight of the equipment-laden duty belt from the hip structure of the officer to the shoulders. This harness fits under the duty shirt and with a minor modification to the duty shirt, attaches to the duty belt. The Ergonomic Duty Belt Harness fits a broad range of body types and body armor packages. There is no need to purchase a specific type of body armor to accommodate the Ergonomic Duty Belt Harness. There are no moving parts to fail which means officers can wear the Ergonomic Duty Belt Harness in confidence and health every day on the job. Available two sizes that are adjustable to fit almost every officer for an MSRP of $79.99.
manufacturing tactical gear for the military, law enforcement, industrial security and outdoor markets expands the Warrior Wear BLACKHAWK! apparel line-up with mid-layer fleece and performance outwear as an integral part of the Warrior Wear layering system. Designed for maximum comfort, mobility and performance in cool weather, the new Warrior Wear apparel items include the Grid Fleece Series, the Thermo-Fur Jacket, the RAD Series Vests and the Fleece Liner for the popular Shell Jak Series.
The Thermo-Fur Jacket is a great everyday wear, full-zip jacket made with high-loft fleece that provides excellent insulation, or as an outer layer provides a great warmth to weight ratio. Made using flat seam construction for a smooth fit, the Thermo-Fur Jacket has raglan sleeves and gusseted underarms allowing for a full range of movement. The YKK zippers are high-quality and weather-tough. Zippered hand and chest pockets allow for storing of personal items or keeping hands warm. The Thermo-Fur Jacket has an MSRP of $84.99 and is available in Black or Coyote Brown in men's sizes Small to 3X. 
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