In British slang, to call someone an “anorak” is the equivalent of calling them a nerd or a geek – or, as we say in our world, a “geardo”. Well, we’re proud geardos here at Strike-Hold, so let’s follow on from our smock post yesterday by taking a deeper dive into the range of anoraks […]
What is a Smock, and when is a Smock not a Smock? The military smock is a durable, four-pocket, loose-fitting outer layer garment. Modern smocks often have wind and water-resistant properties and can be found in almost every NATO camouflage pattern – as well as leading commercial patterns like MultiCam and PenCott. Hugely adaptable, smocks […]
Its been a while since we’ve written about new developments on the combat uniforms front in Europe, and a few interesting things have been going on in recent months and weeks… Nordic Combat Uniform Project The NCU project has been a joint effort by Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland to develop a common full spectrum […]
New for January 2022, Terrain 365™ releases their Invictus-ATB. An upscale variant of the popular, rustproof Invictus collab series with Prometheus Design Werx, featuring their proprietary, corrosion-proof, edge holding, Terravantium™ blade alloy. This precision made framelock features an integrated bolster construction with hand fitted carbon fiber, G10 or canvas micarta scales. Signature design details include […]
Terrain 365™ introduces their new Otter Slip Flip-AT. Another variant of their popular Otter Series, which is a straightforward, detent type, slip-joint flipper. Made with 100% rustproof “All Terrain” construction, featuring their dendritic cobalt Terravantium™ blade alloy, custom turned titanium hardware throughout, titanium pocket clip and ceramic bearings. The Otter Slip Flip-AT is available in […]
Prometheus Design Werx introduces their new Delta Cargo Pant TRS for Fall 2021. An expedition grade field pant with low profile cargo pockets designed for rigorous and protracted adventures and exploration. The Delta Cargo Pant TRS is constructed in their new, 6.13oz, technical, 4-way stretch Technical Ripstop nylon fabric with a quick-dry and DWR finish […]
“ARKTIS” is a legendary brand name within the UK and northern/western European military and law enforcement sectors. Originally founded in the town of Exeter in Devon by a former Royal Marine officer in 1985, the brand is now owned by Francis Dinsmore Ltd., a 230 year old textile producer in Northern Ireland. ARKTIS was one […]
Based in Devon in the UK, and created in 1985 by a former Royal Marine in order to provide high-quality, purpose-built, and better alternatives to some of the UK’s standard issue gear, it can probably be safely said that ARKTIS began the revolution in Warfighter gear. Today, the company is under new ownership and management […]
Just in time for summer, Terrain 365™ releases the Otter Flip-AT version of their popular Otter Slipjoint – featuring their dendritic cobalt Terravantium™ alloy and a fast opening flipper tab. This compact folder is quick, light, and engineered for use in any environment on land and even under water, without ever rusting, pitting or staining. […]
The Slovenian Ministry of Defence today presented a suite of new clothing and personal gear items that will provide state-of-the-art protection for Slovenian soldiers. Thanks to the use of new, state-of-the-art materials the overall weight of the soldiers’ equipment has also been reduced by about 25%! Some of the specialist items will also provide better […]