
Please welcome 2 Alpha to STL Shooting Enthusiasts! 2 Alpha is a local shooting club that offers year-long USPSA, IDPA, and 3-Gun shooting matches. Their annual match schedule has been integrated into […]
Please welcome 2 Alpha to STL Shooting Enthusiasts! 2 Alpha is a local shooting club that offers year-long USPSA, IDPA, and 3-Gun shooting matches. Their annual match schedule has been integrated into […]
Developed in 2011 by instructors at Redback One, the Carbine Shooting Standards (CSS) was designed to be used as a 8-Stage diagnostic self-test for students before classes, then again at the end […]
Sponsored by Palmetto State Armory, and hosted by Tactical Sh*t, this will be the second year for the annual, multi-day Kalashni-Con shoot-out! The match is a tactical, two-gun match featuring a series […]
Introduced at SHOT in 2017, the UH-1 Razor is Vortex’s premier reflex optic and first model using holographic sight technology. Its robust build and overall design play a fitting tribute to its […]
Developed in 2011 by instructors at Redback One the Pistol Shooting Standards (PSS) was designed to be used as a 5-Stage diagnostic self-test for students before classes, then again at the end […]
The annual US Marine Corps League Shootout is scheduled for Saturday, June 29th at 8:00 am at the Range Saint Louis West. For full payment and registration details…more>>>
Introduced in late 2016, the Disruptive Environments Chest Rig “X” is an evolution in the previous D3CR design, but offers the continued adaptability and multi-mission driven-design that put Haley Strategic on the […]
Manufactured by Canadian company The Requirements Group and sold in the United States via its subsidiary retailer Shadow, the Bravo hoodie is part of the company’s Elite line and one of its more […]
As important as the materials are in your gear, the hardware—often overlooked, can be as important. Without quality hardware (buttons, zippers, clips, and buckles, etc.) gear will fail just as easily as […]
Local Saint Louis holster manufacturer Spectre Holsters, LLC has been in operation since 2015, and recently acquired by Americas Armory, Inc. in 2018 to offer an expanded variety of standard and custom […]
Identifying Friend or Foe is critical on the objective, or in low-light/no-light training. The use of tactical light emitters, like the HEL-STAR 4 EXO from CORE Survival, provide for clear identification on the end-user’s helmet, protective gear, or a K9 harness.
Designed specifically to fit the curvature of a helmet, the HEL-STAR 4 EXO is an improvement over the previous HEL-STAR 4 design with improved visibility, durable housing, and moisture resistance. Its lightweight housing and minimal profile, ensure the tactical light remains functional in any situation.
With a primary emitter housing, the HEL-STAR 4 EXO includes a power selector switch that gives a clear audible and tactile ON/OFF functioning. In addition, the sliding selector switch has sufficient tactical sensation to be manipulated with or without gloves. Rubberized gaskets help ensure the battery compartment remains sealed up in water up to a depth of 66 feet.
The HEL-STAR 4 EXO light strip itself consists of LED elements that can be pre-programmed for color, intensity, and emission duration (to include Morse Code). The LED element meets the FAA 3-Mile requirements with 180 degree of side-visibility. All of the HEL-STAR 4 EXO is powered by a single CR123a Lithium battery.
On the back of the primary emitter and light strip is a continuous field of hook-and-loop (male) to provide maximum retention to associated hook-and-loop (female) panels on most common helmet designs. The hook-and-loop has sufficient emergency breakaway retention to avoid injury.
The HEL-STAR 4 EXO is available in Desert Tan (featured) and Black. The LED emitters come in a variety of colors to include Green, White, Red, Blue, and Infrared.
Product Evaluation Scores:
Overall Rating – Good (21/25)
Product Link: https://www.coresurvival.com/helstar-4-exo-twofunction-marker-light
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Taking the concept of its Range Bag, and extending it into a “Go-Bag” for the discriminating professional, the Transport Bag by Grey Ghost Gear allows the end-user to pack a variety of field equipment, firearms, and other accessories.
Introduced in 2019, the Transport Bag expands on previous GGG designs to bring together some common and unique features that shooters often find the most needed in their gear. Made from 500D Cordura nylon, the bag has an overall dimension of 17” (H) x 26” (L) x 8” (D) and consists of a main storage compartment, a front envelope pocket, and two side accessory pockets that yield approximately 1210 in2 of storage space.
On the front, the Transport Bag is a 17” hook-and-loop secured envelope pocket that runs nearly the length of the bag and opens to reveal six elastic nylon cuffs for rifle magazine storage.
On each side (for two total) is a 6” (H) x 4” (L) accessory pocket that is both hook-and-loop secured, with the added security and reinforcement of a sliding release buckle. On the bottom of both pockets is a pass-through notch in the material to allow for passage of communication cables if a radio is secured to either side.
Both the rear and bottom of the Transport Bag are sleek and otherwise unremarkable.
The top of the Transport Bag has dual nylon handles stitched into the sides that allow for hand carry, while plastic D-rings on both ends enable for anchoring of the removable padded shoulder strap. Access into the main storage compartment is via dual YKK zippers with paracord pull tabs along a single zipper line down the length of the bag.
The main storage compartment of the Transport Bag measures 11” (H) x 22” (L) x 5” (D) is accessible from the top, and runs the entire length of the bag. The interior has a 8” (L) x 3” (H) hook-and-loop (female) panel on one side, with six elastic nylon cuffs for pistol magazine storage.
Oppositely, two mesh pockets run the length of the interior and are secured by YKK zippers with paracord pull tabs.
The Transport Bag is available in Wolf Grey (featured), Black, Ranger Green and Coyote Brown.
Product Evaluation Scores:
Overall Rating – Good (21/25)
Product Link: https://greyghostgear.com/collections/bags/products/rrs-transport-bag
I am reviewing this product as a courtesy to the manufacturer and via STL Shooting Enthusiasts, so that I can evaluate it and provide my honest feedback. I am not bound by any written, verbal, or implied contract to give positive reviews. All views are my own, and based off my personal experience with the product.
The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the author. The views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site.
Introduced in late 2016, the Disruptive Environments Chest Rig “X” is an evolution in the previous D3CR design, but offers the continued adaptability and multi-mission driven-design that put Haley Strategic on the map.
Made in 500D Cordura, the D3CRX features the following:
Overall Rating – Very Good (21/25)
Product Link: https://haleystrategic.com/shop/soft-goods/chestrigs/d3crx
I am reviewing this product as a courtesy to the manufacturer and via STL Shooting Enthusiasts, so that I can evaluate it and provide my honest feedback. I am not bound by any written, verbal, or implied contract to give positive reviews. All views are my own, and based off my personal experience with the product.
The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the author. The views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site.