RC-1138
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Sweet, checking now.
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So if a review database returns, is it likely we'll have to repost our reviews/products (if so I'm glad I saved 90% of them in a word.doc)? I ask because the 10% I didn't save I'd find time to rewrite while I wait for the system to return.
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I've waited a good month but I gotta say something; what happened the review database? We put alot of effort into that, I had a good 35-36 detailed, fully pictured reviews on there, Orca had hundreds, and what? Poof? Gone? Is it ever going to come back the way it was or are we going to have to reupload all our products... or is it gone for good? I've tried to find answers but I really couldn't.
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Your first one looks great.
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Makes me miss my G26...
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The M16 is G&P and the M4 is indeed.
I thought the M4 was, I recognized the body. I personally think the KA is one of the best stock M4 AEG's ever made.
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Aww, finally someone else who understands the beauty in simplicity lol. Whose the Maker? KA?
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I'm a Met's fan, so I take offense to that
Generally I get compared to Adam Sandler though lol.
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gbb-alicious my dear man
Even the SPAS? Classic soft rarity lol.
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You don't happen to know a Rick Tubbs do you?
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How's the action? I've always had auto's that wear on me which is why I always get regular folders (I opted out of getting the auto Mark I even though I have the MilID to buy one) but I have wanted an H&K knife from the day I found out they made them.
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Yeah...I get that...
I was under the impression that Level II built on the stuff from Level I, and was not focused on weapons, such as the Knife. You're talking about MMA style stuff. I was not aware they used weapons, at least I know they did not focus on it. Even still, the focus is to deflect and disarm, not "know how to use a knife."
The weapon part of it was based primarily on disarming and countering hand to hand weapons, as in how to use a knife wielding attacker's own weapon against him.
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CQC Level 2 qual?
What?
It's an Army thing. Close Quarter's Combat Certified Level II, it's the Army's hand-to-hand combat training. All troops take level one in basic, and officers generally are expect to take Level 2 and level 3 is invitation only based on you're unit, although West Pointer's do get to go on occasion. Level 2 has a whole week of Knife combat though that's really interesting.
It's kinda like the Marine Hand-to-Hand only we don't hand out special colored belts lol.
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you probably shouldnt hold your weapon and knife like that...ever. Call of Duty is not a very accurate game when it comes to stuff like "being a proficient shooter" and "wearing body armor in the correct places" and stuff like that.
As for the MOD knife, what made you pick that one?
I know, I did it for the pictures only, I already got my CQC Level 2 Qual. so I know how to handle a knife lol. And I choose the MOD because I already had a few CRKT's that I loved and me and Benchmade never got along (every knife they've ever made just is... meh looking to me) and I love the way the MOD I looks.
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My new Blackhawk! MOD Mark I knife
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That is a beautiful pig lol
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WE H&K 416 engraved version 1 of 20 made from RA-tech
now envy me
Be luck we don't know you're address...
I am truly jealous. Hopefully someone else makes another set of HK416 receivers... and more than 20...
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I've never seen those numbers on the dial for my G&P Aimpoint's before...
It's on the newer ones. My two old ones didn't have them either but my most recent one (bought 6 months ago) has them.
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Didnt fit in the above post:
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Well I like this new loadout I got, kitlist is as follows:
Blackhawk! Tactical Hat Foliage Green w/ OD Green US Flag Patch
ESS Ice Black Eyepro
Cavalry Bowman’s Headset OD
Blackhawk! Warrior Wear Operations Jacket Foliage Green
Blackhawk! Base Layer Black
Eagle Industries CIRAS Medium Land Type OD Green w/:
2x Eagle Industries OD Double Magazine Pouches
1x Eagle Industries OD MBITR Radio Pouch
1x Eagle Industries OD Medical Pouch
1x Eagle Industries OD GP Pouch
1x Maxpedition MilSpec Monkey OD MCAP Pouch
1x Maxpedition MilSpec Monkey OD Small Patch Panel
1x Blackhawk! OD SERPA Holster M92FS (Attached to Tactical Pants)
1x MilSpec OD Blood Type Tape B-POS
Blackhawk! OD SOLAG HD w/ Kevlar Gloves
Blackhawk! Warrior Wear Tactical Pants Khaki Tan
ACU Issue Tan Belt
1x Eagle Industries OD Double Pistol Magazine Pouch
Knee Pads Black
5.11 Black Socks
5.11 Tactical Trainers Tundra
Equipment wise I have:
DBoys HK416 w/:
Element Hopup Chamber
Madbull Fishbone Rubber and Bucking
Systema 363mm 6.02mm Tightbore
Guarder SP110 Spring
Systema Air Nozzle
Systema Cylinder Head
Eagle Industries Swift CAR15 Sling
G&P M68 Red Dot Sight
Knights Armament Forward Grip
Surefire Tac Light
KWA M92FS PTP
Madbull Gas Grenade
Blackhawk! MOD CQD Mark I Type E Knife
Cobra FRS Radio
Extendable Baton
Aluminum Billet Self Defense Pen
2x IR Glow Sticks
Fully Stocked Med Pouch
Including a mag in the gun I can carry 15 M-mags (8 on the vest, 6 in the integrated mag pockets in the Blackhawk! pants.)
Also I can carry 5, including the one in the pistol, M9 mags (2 in my integrated pouches, and 2 in the MOLLE pouch attached to my pants)
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Their pretty good. I did a short (about 7mile) road march in them and they didnt feel to bad. My heels started to get a bit sore but then that's to be expected with a non-boot.
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5.11 Tactical Trainer Hikers
Introduction
In trying to force myself to not be a broken record of “well I am a Blackhawk! fanboy" when it came to getting a new pair of cross trainers I decided to go a different route (even though Blackhawk! just came out with a new pair, the Tanto, I was unimpressed with them). Thus came up the 5.11 Tactical Trainer shoe. I’ve had good luck with 5.11 short boots in the past so I figured I’d break from my norm and give these a try.
Sale’s Article
TACTICAL TRAINER
• Suede upper with mesh panels for increased breathability
• Abrasion resistant toe
• Extended throat and closure for full foot fit
• Reinforced ghilley lacing system
• Metal loop eyelets
• Gussetted tongue
• Dual density polyurethane comfort footbed
• Comfort foam layer and lightweight Phylon midsole
• Double lasted construction for lateral support
• Composite shank plate
• Vibram® outsole
• Imported
The Tactical Trainer from 5.11 Tactical is a true tactical boot with the styling of a lightweight hiking boot. A tactical law enforcement boot disguised as casual or light hiker to meet the needs of the todays law enforcement or security force.
BACK TO OUR ROOTS (or Where it all began):
Some of 5.11 Tactical’s first products were adopted on shooting ranges because of their superior functionality, fit and comfort. For functionality on their feet, end-users wear hiking boots on the range because of the flexibility, durability, and torsional support. To meet consumer needs on the range, 5.11 Tactical is introducing the Tactical Trainer, a durable, flexible, and breathable lightweight hiking boot with a Vibram outsole for superior traction and cushioning.
COVERT:
Though 5.11 Tactical’s Product Development Meetings, end-users have requested a tactical boot that can be worn covertly, that also features the function, comfort, and innovation they have come to expect from 5.11 Tactical products. The Tactical Trainer is a tactical boot that is not perceived as a tactical boot or law enforcement boot by the public. It’s a tactical law enforcement boot disguised as a light hiker, allowing the end-user to wear with denim or a pair of 5.11 Tactical Covert Khaki pants and a Select Carry pack to disappear into a crowd.
FUNCTION:
The Tactical Trainer from 5.11 Tactical features a rough out suede upper combined with open mesh to deliver durability and breathability. This tactical boot is built on a hiking boot last for a more precise fit around the midfoot and ankle delivering improved ankle support, and because the last is built to accommodate thicker socks, you get a roomier forefoot fit. For the bottom we’ve followed 5.11 Tactical’s secret family recipe for building comfortable tactical boots, the midsole is designed with similar densities and thicknesses to a performance running shoe delivering tremendous comfort from start to finish. The Tactical Trainer also features a Vibram outsole for the ultimate in no-slip traction combined with shock dispersion and extended wear. Internally we’ve added a foam layer as part of the forefoot lasting board to increase comfort and flexibility. The entire forefoot is over-lasted to improve lateral support on those quick stops and starts. Plus the over-lasted forefoot delivers tremendous ground feel. Internally we’ve specced a polyurethane insole for superior cushioning plus poron pads in the forefoot and heel strike zones to absorb shock. A complete package that will deliver performance from the covert streets to off-road pursuits.
OFF THE CLOCK:
All work and no play...The engineered comfort of the Tactical Trainer from 5.11 Tactical is definitely not all work. The Tactical Trainer is a great looking boot that will deliver style and comfort from family hike to cookout to ball game to pick up football. Though you might be taking some much needed personal time, your Tactical Trainer will still be delivering comfort for your feet.
First Impressions
I purchased this in Tundra color and first impressions were very positive. Let me get this out of the way first, their not sneakers, or even a cross trainer. These are short boots. That said these are great and though they have high side support they are maneuverable enough you could still use them in place of a sneaker if you wanted to.
Appearance
I’d say in looks they reminded me of a cross between an Oakley flack jacket and a nice pair of and the cross trainers the Army issues (I have no idea what brand they are). They work great with my PMC loadout and I’m glad I got them in Tundra over the all black version.
Look Grade: 7/10
There isn’t much to say about the looks of a tactical shoe, they all tend to follow a fairly basic design and 5.11’s are no different. I do like the way their colored but even still fairly basic in design.
Feel/Aesthetic
These are pretty damn comfortable. I can’t really compare them to a normal pair of boots but despite that I’d say these are more comfortable than most boots and shoes I’ve owned but unlike some of the higher end ones I’ve had like Blackhawk’s and Oakley’s these are going to require some breaking in. The sides are a bit stiff as is the heel which I don’t believe is intended to last, nor do I hope it does .
The shoes have a Vibram sole and have a serious shock absorbing insole that feels similar to the way Blackhawk Desert Op’s boot have you “walking on air.” Their truly comfortable for that and don’t suffer from the problem a lot of tac shoes I’ve worn that feel more like cleats or something.
One thing I didn’t like as much as other tac shoes is that they don’t possess as many features as many others do like lace locks and such and are fairly basic in most ways.
Feel Grade: 8/10
Aesthetics: 7/10
Use
After wearing them around for about a week I took these for a 2 mile run and I’ve got mixed feelings towards these. On the road they suffer from the same issue that most cross trainers have, getting a bit heavy and just not being the right shoe for running on roads. Off road however their much better. I find these to be great for off roading which makes these useful for airsoft.
I know many airsofters are weary of tactical shoes because they fear ankle injuries and while this is a valid concern, with these being fair high topped I don’t think that should be as big of an issue as many lower cut tac shoes tend to be.
Doing high speed maneuvers aren’t that bad either. I did a run on an obstacle course with these as well (research IOCT on youtube) and they were pretty functional, not sacrificing too much dexterity or support and still be very comfortable.
I like the shock absorbing ability of these shoes as well. Dropping a good 10 feet wasn’t nearly as bad as in normal running shoes or sneakers. And while this might not come up for most airsofters, a problem I’ve had with some other shoes like normal sneakers is that when climbing ropes traction control is not that good however with these they act more like a normal boot but not as stereotypically stiff.
Use Grade: 8/10
Not the most comfortable road shoe but makes up for it in off road abilities.
Conclusion
Pros:
A decent level of compromise between comfort and support
Light weight
Strong build
Quality sole and insole
Cons:
At $100 their a bit expensive compared to most of their competitors.
Hard to clean
Overall Grade: 7/10
I’d say these are fairly average tactical shoes. Not bad, but not great either. I would say the Oakley’s I had were better and rate these about equal with what I was issued. In the same breath I would recommend these if you were looking for a tactical shoe. 5.11 gear is high end company and these shoes do deserve some equal attention and are absolutely top notch in quality.
Credits:
http://www.511tactical.com/Shop
http://www.511tactical.com/browse/Home/Law...0:10702/I/12128
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The Mark I is feature packed. As mentioned there is a support blade on the bottom of the knife used for cutting through thin objects like bags, paper (my new letter opener
), and zip ties. Also there is the well known carbide glass breaker on the top of the knife. Obviously I haven’t had a chance to try this out and I don’t foresee and opportunity it is a nice feature I suppose for those who carry these knives in more professional situations, like for police officers and firemen. 
A distinguishing feature between the E type (the “E” stands for economy I believe) is that instead of having an aircraft aluminum frame and handle it is an injection molded nylon grip with steel reinforces. To be honest I can’t see why that would matter too much. This thing feels as strong as a Mack truck.
A word on the edge itself. This is sharp. I’ve had AUS8 blades before and generally I prefer 440’s or ATS34 which one of my knives that’s ATS34 has never been sharpened, but I’ve had good experiences with AUS8 and I believe that will hold true with this knife. From what I understand on blade steels, the AUS types can be honed to a much sharper edge than 440 and with this knife I would believe that. Like I said, this is sharp. Easily passes a paper test and cutting though slim metal wire is no issue. I’ve read of guys using these knives to hack their way through chain link fence with no damage to the blade.
The pocket clip is reversible, so you’re able to change which side you carry this one, left or right. It’s an odd feature but no unheard of and can make the knife a quicker draw for those who are left or right handed.
When the blade is in the open position there is a lock on the hilt which makes the already solid blade lock in place, disabling the unlock button and pretty much making this a true fixed blade knife.
Actually holding and using this knife is a pleasure. Since it is a rather large size you’re able to get a good, solid grip. The extended hilt lets you bear up on the blade to get extra leverage.
Feel Grade: 10/10
Aesthetics: 10/10
What more could you ask for? This blade is great to hold and use and has more features than a Swiss army knife
(kidding). I can see why this won knife of a year.Conclusion
Pros:
Cheaper than the original
Very strong build
Heavy duty AUS8A steel blade
Backup blade on the bottom of the blade
Glass breaker
Easy to hold textured grip
Cons:
Very large
Very heavy (for a folder)
Might be too big for some to use as an EDC knife
The blade is big enough that a normal folder “flip” isn’t enough to open this blade so you will need to re-learn how to open a folder
Overall Grade: 10/10
I think this is a top notch knife for carry. In fact I dare say this is the best knife I’ve ever owned. Yes it is very large, but if they shrunk this knife down to “normal” size it wouldn’t be as useful as it is now. For airsofters and outdoorsmen this is an absolutely a perfect knife. It possesses a heavy enough and strong enough blade to hack through pretty much any material you would encounter. Likewise the support blade has tons of great applications such as opening bags of bb’s neatly, cutting open an MRE, or cutting a zip tie off a gun at the end of the day. So I would highly recommend the Mark I knife and, for me, this is going to likely be my EDC knife for a long time.
Credits:
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/CQD-Mark-...e-E,1246,37.htm
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0BT...8/ai_112685767/
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Blackhawk! MOD Mark I Type E Knife
Introduction
I don’t have many knives as I’ve found that my CRKT M16 is pretty good but after seeing the new Blackhawk! MOD Type E I decided it was time to upgrade. I have wanted to get a Mark I for quite some time but until the Type E came out at $300 USD+ it was a bit out of my league for just a knife (despite all the great things that have been said about the Mark I) but at a reasonable $100 USD, the Type E seemed right up my alley.
Real Steel History
The Master’s of Defense CQD Mark I knife is very well known as being the knife of choice for the United States Navy SEALs. After looking around for information from people not just trying to sell the knife I can say that this is a sort of half true statement.
The Mark I knife was invented by MOD in conjunction with a military and law enforcement CQC trainer Duane Dieter and it won knife of the year as soon as it was introduced (2000). After which the knife was indeed adopted by individual operators within various Special Operations units including Navy SEALs and Army Special Forces.
While I won’t say it’s untrue, I wasn’t able to find non-knife promotional material that stated that the Mark I was ever actually issued to the US Navy SEALs. Like I said, that doesn’t make it not true, just means I couldn’t find something saying it was .
Anyway I’ve personally seen the Mark I being used by regulars in the U.S. Army, MP’s, and a few cops so it is most definitely a useful knife and by that alone it is certainly recommendable.
Sale’s Article
The award-winning CQD® Mark I™ is one of the most envied pieces of equipment in the tactical industry. Functionally identical to the original manual version of the Mark I™, the Type E features the same high-strength button-lock mechanism and secondary safety, recessed seatbelt/cord cutter, and carbide glass breaker. However, its handle is constructed of precision injection-molded reinforced nylon mounted to a 420J stainless steel frame. Its spearpoint AUS8A stainless steel blade boasts improved edge geometry for increased cutting performance and a low-profile black PVD-coated finish. Now you can have all the performance of the original Mark I™ at a price that fits every budget.
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Blade Length: 3.750”/95mm
• Overall Length: 9.500”/241mm
• Blade Material: AUS8A stainless steel
• Blade Finish: Black PVD coating
• Edge type: Plain or partially serrated
• Handle Material: Injection-molded reinforced nylon with 420J stainless steel liners
• Pocket Clip: Right or left-side, tip-down carry
First Impressions
The Mark I comes in a rather unassuming small box, as it seems most knifes do. First response is weight base, this is a heavy knife. Once I got it out of the box I also realized this is bigger than the pictures make it look. This is easily the biggest folder I’ve ever encountered and this thing feels like you’ve really got something in your hand.
Appearance
The Mark I knife has a very unique look to it among knives. Due in large part to its size it looks more like a fixed blade survival knife like an ASEK knife or something of the like. The main blade is of my favorite type, spear point and comes to a very, very fine point at the tip. The blade is anodized black and has a Teflon coating on which gives the blade and interesting black sheen. The body and frame of the knife has textured areas to increase traction when holding it.
Look Grade: 9/10
I give this blade a nine out of ten based primarily on how unique it is. About my only complaint as far as looks go is that that the support blade was not anodized. Not withstanding that this is by far my favorite looking knife.
Feel/Aesthetic
Let me start by saying that once you start playing around with this knife you start to realize that the Mark I is a high value purchase. This thing is solid. With the blade extended there is no wobble on the knife. That isn’t something I can saw with most folders and with the blade locked open this thing feels and acts more like a fixed blade knife than anything else.
Anyone still around from the old days?
in General Discussion
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I still lurk time to time, play regularly where I live (Buffalo, NY, USA). I've recently started teching so I might restart writing reviews. I'm having a love affair with the new ICS MARS II's.