March 18, 2011 by Austin Cushing.

Whether you’re serving active duty on the battlefield, walking a patrol on the streets, doing some hunting in the wilderness, or shooting on the competition circuit, your weapon of choice must be cared for and maintained frequently to ensure that it maintains its reliability and accuracy. As such, a cleaning kit - whether personally assembled or bought complete - is a vital part of one’s loadout kit, bug out bag, or personal care supplies. Otis Technology manufactures pre-assembled weapon cleaning kits for a variety of calibers and weapon types, such as their 9mm-.45 cal pistol/submachine gun cleaning kit, their 12 guage combat shotgun cleaning kit, and their 7.62mm rifle cleaning kit, all of which contain a Gerber Military Tool, optics cleaning gear, rods and swabs to clean the chamber and bore, obstruction removers to remove stuck cases and other bore obstructions, and scrapers, picks, and brushes for maintaining slide action and other crucial components. Each is packaged in a lightweight case with ALICE and MOLLE clips for ease of attachment to military equipment.

For those interested in supplementing their own cleaning kits or stockpiling replacement supplies at their base of operations, Atlanco Tru-Spec delivers with a variety of GI-spec gun cleaning accessories for proper firearm care. The 5.56 mm / .223 Remington round has served our nation’s military as well as sportsmen and huntsmen for decades, and is one of the most common rounds available; as such a bore brush, chamber brush, cleaning patches, or better, a complete cleaning kit should be a component of any owner’s arsenal.

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June 7, 2010 by Austin Cushing.

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A recent addition to American Outdoor Gear’s lineup, Timberland Boots are designed with environmental sustainability, comfort, and durability in mind. Their Green Rubber soles are designed to utilize at least 42% post-consumer content, their footwear is designed to dismantle easily for recyclable purposes, and they are constantly searching for new ways to benefit the Earth we live on while providing the best footwear for outdoor exploration.

The Earthkeepers line of footwear is Timberland’s flagship when it comes to environmental sustainability; all of the features of Timberland’s environmentally friendly design practices are at the forefront and maximized for minimal environmental footprint with maximum quality and performance.

Our Original Earthkeepers 6″ Boot is manufactured with leather from a Silver-rated tannery, with 100% organic cotton canvas and laces, linings made from 100% recycled PET plastics, and Green Rubber recycled outsoles. Timberland makes a donation to the Yele Haiti Foundation for every pair sold. Minimal environmental impact and maximum benefit makes these boots stand out.

American Outdoor Gear and Anchortex Corporation are always seeking to support and feature green products; if you are a manufacturer and would like distributors to showcase your environmentally friendly products, contact us using our online form.

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April 9, 2010 by Austin Cushing.

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Hunters, wildlife management officers, and game control agencies often use night vision rifle scopes and other night vision equipment to assist in deer hunting, varmint control, and other activities that are easier at night. The right night vision scope can make the difference between a perfect shot and the buck that got away.

Night vision systems are rated in terms of Generation, or Gen for short. There are three broad  Generation levels, each signifying a significant leap in technological development over the previous generation of night vision equipment.

Generation 1

Generation 1 night vision equipment is designed to function under standard ambient light conditions (moonlight or starlight) or with sufficient IR illumination. It typically makes use of an S-20 photocathode with average photosensitivity of 180-200 µA/lm coupled with electron acceleration to achieve gain. Generation 1 devices are known to suffer from geometric distortion (the fish-eye effect). Gen 1 image intensifiers have a duty cycle of approximately 1,500 hours of continuous operation.

Generations 2, 2+ and Super Gen

Generation 2 devices are prone to significantly less distortion than Gen 1 devices, and provide better-than-satisfactory performance under standard low-light levels. They usually rely on an extended-red S-25 photocathode (with minimum photosensitivity of 240 µA/lm), plus a microchannel plate to achieve gain. European ‘Super Gen’ tubes represent the high end of Generation 2 night vision, achieving performance levels similar to early Gen 3 intensifier equipment. Gen 2 image intensifiers have a duty cycle of approximately 2,500 to 3,000 hours of continuous operation.

Generation 3

The most advanced level of night vision technology currently available, Gen 3 uses gallium-arsenide photocathodes with photosensitivity of more than 800 µA/lm in the 450 to 950 nanometer (near infrared) region of the spectrum, with a microchannel plate for gain. An ion barrier film coats the microchannel plate, extending the life of the end product. Gen 3 night vision provides excellent performance even under extreme low light levels. Mil-spec versions of Generation 3 night vision equipment have practically no perceptible distortion, while even civilian equipment provides substantial advantages in clarity over its predecessors. A typical Generation 3 image intensifier has a duty cycle of approximately 10,000 hours of continuous operation.

Each generation of night vision equipment offers a significant improvement in functional range, expected lifespan, and image resolution over its predecessor. A top-of-the-line commercial Generation 3 rifle scope such as the Night Optics D-760-3A can withstand the recoil of heavy-caliber weapons while providing target recognition out to a quarter of a mile away, ensuring that even at night, you’ll be aiming at the right target.

With hunting season approaching, now is an excellent time to invest in a new night vision scope, high-visibility outdoor wear, hiking boots, and other survival and outdoor gear. If this article has inspired you, we encourage you to visit our website at http://www.americanoutdoorgear.com/ for these and other tools. In addition to our listed brands, we have products from over 120 manufacturers to suit your needs on your next hunting trip - just call for quotes.

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