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In the following video I take some time to talk about my experiences with the Glock 19 Gen 5. I talk about what has changed both externally and internally and what works and doesn’t work. I compare it with the Glock 19 Gen 4. Ultimately the Glock 19 gen 5 is a step in the right direction.
Zero Tolerance surprised dealers by announcing the discontinuation of four models, effective tomorrow. Dealers were also told that ZT would no longer enforce MAP pricing on these knives. That means we may see them offered at irresistible prices in the days to come. It’s still unclear if these blades are the only models that won’t survive to see 2018, or if more knives are also on their way out.
ZT0900
The small but mighty ZT0900 is one of two Les George designs on the chopping block. Based on the Mini Harpy, the 0900 debuted at SHOT Show 2015. It came at a time when fans were clamoring for smaller, more EDC-friendly ZT knives. With a blade length of just 2.75 inches, it’s the smallest knife in ZT’s lineup. Once the ZT0900 goes, there will be no offerings in ZT’s catalog with a blade length under three inches – although slim knives like the ZT0450 and 0460 continue to appeal to those looking for smaller ZTs.
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After years working as an employee for other companies including Fox, 5.11 Tactical, and Spyderco, Mike Vellekamp is striking out on his own under the label V Nives. The industry veteran launched his new brand coincident with a Kickstarter campaign and promises to offer a full lineup of V Nives models by Black Friday.
Most companies start with two or three designs, testing the waters before they commit to further growth. In contrast, Vellekamp decided to jump into the deep end. By the fall, he plans to have 20 different models available for sale. The initial V Nives offering will hit every price bracket, ranging from the $30 Stout all the way up to nearly $400 with the Atmosphere. “This is no joke – we are really going to make a splash with this product line,” Vellekamp promises.
Fixed blades, flippers, assisted knives, and manuals will all be on the menu. Steel choices range from 8Cr13MoV and AUS-8 on the low end, to D2 and S35VN on the high. All V Nives products will ship in a locked and sealed waterproof case.
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Why wait for winter to pull off an insane aerial stunt on a snowmobile? David Burman pulls off and sets history with the first snowmobile backflip on water – launching himself and his Ski-Doo 600 RS over 60 feet in the process. Maybe I’m a nerd, but YES to physics and an insane dude on a snowmobile. Everyone loves someone with a little crazy built in.
You can follow this crazy guy here on Instagram.