In this issue

It's time again for the PMCI crew to go live with a new issue, and as always it's completely full to the brim with news, reviews, and insights! This time we're proud to be joined again by Varg Freeborn who (literally!) takes a look at his newly acquired "eyepro" from MAGPUL, new Contributor James M comes aboard with the lowdown on his favourite Leatherman Tool, and we welcome the return of Andy N as he looks at perishable skills. Clint gets down to the range and evaluates the SIG M17 in both real and "6mm trainer" form, whilst Trampas speaks to firearm tactics trainer Tu Lam about his collaboration with our friends at Spartan Blades, and gets a bit "legal" too. Bill brings his technical knowledge as he spotlights some righteous tactical gear from Clawgear and Helikon-Tex to round everything off for another information packed issue... we hope you enjoy it!

POLISH RANGE GEAR, GOOD TO GO!

WHILST COVID-19 CONTINUES TO RAVAGE THE WORLD, IN MANY AREAS RANGES ARE REOPENING AND SHOOTERS ARE GETTING BACK TO THE BUSINESS OF TRAINING, AND FROM WHAT WE HEAR EVEN THOSE THAT ARE “LOCKED DOWN” ARE STILL HONING THE TOOLS IN THEIR “TACTICAL TOOLBOXES”! AS THE RANGE BECKONS AGAIN, BILL TAKES A CLOSE LOOK AT SOME NEW GEAR FROM OUR FRIENDS AT HELIKON-TEX THAT’S BOUND TO PLEASE SHOOTERS ANYWHERE. -BT-

8 mins

MAGNUM SCORPION DESERT TAN

As far as boots go.... Magnum has always been present in my adult life. Ever since joining the Royal Navy and being issued the basic leather High Leg Combat Boots (HLCB’s), I noticed several individuals wore lightweight black Magnum boots, one of whom was the Petty Officer in charge of my section.

3 mins

MAGPUL TERRAIN EYEWEAR

PMCI is very pleased this time to welcome our good friend and fellow writer Varg Freeborn as a Guest Contributor; Varg is probably best known as a trainer and for his book “Violence of Mind”, but it turns out he’s also a pretty cool reviewer of the gear weall need too!

3 mins

IT'S A GREEN WORLD!

Gear recommendations are all very well, but gear that’s been worn, tried, tested, and downright abused and comes back kicking and screaming for more certainly deserves a mention! In many of his pictures you’ll often see Bill in just simple, plain green, and his ongoing search for his perfect “green gear” continues, and he updates us now with his latest additions!

10+ mins

SPARTAN BLADES: RONIN SHINTO

By now, many of our readers are aware of the knife company elite professionals around the world are using, Spartan Blades, and their new venture joining forces with Ka-Bar to create Pineland Cutlery. Our reviews of their top-notch products over the years have introduced thousands of private contractors, military personnel, law enforcement and civilians alike to this company and their “built with intent” knives. -TS

7 mins

THE LEATHERMAN MUT

Leatherman has been a staple in my family for as long as I can remember. My father always had a standard Wave model on his hip he would flip open at a moment’s notice. After serving his time in the US Air Force, then later as Daytona Police Department, he honed his craft as a computer security specialist. Both on the job and at home, every tool on his Leatherman was put to use. I would join the Air Force as well, signing on with Security Forces and while at my first duty station I acquired my own, the Leatherman Mut, specifically. -JM-

5 mins

SIG- SAUER P320 / M17

My fascination with firearms started as a byproduct of my love of history, specifically military history. One of the first firearms I owned was a Colt 1911A1. Yep, I started as one of those guys. Heck, I think most of us that grew up in the ‘80s watching the old black and white World War II movies, like “The Longest Day” about the allied invasion on D-Day, wanted one of those pistols! -CS-

6 mins

ENDOSNAKE BORESCOPE: THE NEXT GENERATION OF GUN CLEANING

A true hallmark of a warrior from any time is in how they prepare and maintain their weapons for battle. The samurai of Japan, for example, were known for their ceremonial cleaning and preparation of their swords for battle. In our modern age of firearms, every Law Enforcement officer and military service member learns early on in basic training to regularly maintain and inspect their rifles, shotguns, and handguns for duty. It is not only good practice but has always seemed to be integrated into the warrior’s universal code. -TS-

5 mins

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