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A Big, Fat Update!

Mirv — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:18:00 +0000

You know if you haven’t seen a post here in a while, it’s because we’re hella busy! We’ve been travelling, attending various events, and vending – all part of our plan to take over the world, MWAHAHA…

Seriously, we have been busy, and we seem to add new products to our stock faster than I can add them to the web site, so don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like to find out what’s new. It’s like Christmas everyday here with all the shipments we receive. (Don’t you love it when big boxes show up on your front porch?) Some of our more recent acquisitions include ATACS uniforms and other new stuff from Propper, lots of goodies from Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT), the latest in ballistic eyewear from Wiley X, some fine tactical nylon products from S.O.Tech, and much more.

As always, shipping is free on eyewear, and you can use the following coupon code in the shopping cart to get free shipping on orders of $100+:

FREESHIP100

Stay tuned here for more news and updates.

We are gearing up now for the next Monroeville gun show, Oct. 22-23.
We will be travelling to Ocala, FL for the Mindgame Productions event – Wasteland 3, on Nov. 5.

World Trade Center Tribute in Lights

Mirv — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 03:06:00 +0000

Photo credit to @thinkprogress

Vietnam Legacy Airsoft Game, Aug. 20 @Wayne’s World

Mirv — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:40:00 +0000

Operation: Constrictor

August 20, 2011
Wayne’s World of Paintball, Ocala, FL
$35 pre-reg / $40 at door

Late Summer, 1966
Kontum Province, Vietnam

In an effort to disrupt movement of supplies along the Ho Chi Minh Trail, the 12th Inf. Reg. 4th Id. & Delta Co. 1st Bn. 5th SFG are deployed to the tri-border area of the Kon Tum Province. A large, NVA run training camp has been established in the province and the city of Dak To has fallen to communist control. US Forces are to regain control of Dak To and begin a systematic search and destroy campaign to eliminate NVA/VC supply caches and restore control to government and Army of the Republic of Vietnam.

Units:

US Forces
Tiger Stripe – Delta Co. 1st Bn. 5th SFG
Olive Drab – 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division
Woodland – 26th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division

NVA/VC Forces
Tan – 28 Inf Regt NVA
Black – K37 NVA Sapper Bn (VC)

Travelog: Winchester Historic Firearms Museum

Mirv — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 01:55:00 +0000

Sorry I’ve been away for a while. Besides being really busy with DarkThreadsy stuff, I was away on a business trip to the San Francisco Bay Area. However, I did find some time to indulge in a personal interest. I went to the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, CA, which also happens to be home to the largest collection of Winchester rifles on the west coast.

(Photo: Theodore Roosevelt with his engraved Henry model)

Oliver Winchester started the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. in 1857, famous for the Henry Repeating Rifle, known as “the gun that won the west.”

The Winchester Historic Firearms Museum displays many historical firearms, including several that are hundreds of years old, and the famous limited edition Winchester rifles.

Close up of the matchlock - the oldest firearm in the collection (15th c.). The matchlock was the first weapon to use a mechanism for firing.

Close up of the wheellock (16th c.) – the next step in the evolution of firearms.

Next comes the flintlock…well you get the idea. My father actually built one of these himself. Shoutout to my blackpowder reenactor friends! Fun times!

Limited edition Winchester rifles:

Another thing I learned is that Winchester made pistols, also on display in the museum.

Of course, I also took a tour of the “mystery house” – built by Sarah Winchester, widow of William Winchester and heiress to the Winchester fortune. The house truly is a mystery, with 160 rooms, miles of labyrinthine hallways, secret passageways, and inexplicably placed doors and windows. It is said that Mrs. Winchester never got over the untimely deaths of her child and her husband, and having $20 million (=unlimited budget) and lots of time on her hands, what else is a girl to do?

It was well worth the ticket price (which obviously goes to the maintenance of the property), and I would definitely visit again, if I’m in the neighborhood.

Happy 4th!

Mirv — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:52:00 +0000

Wiley X Talon Sunglasses, Made In USA!

Mirv — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:44:00 +0000

As if you needed another reason to upgrade your shades this month, Wiley X just announced that the Wiley X Talon ballistic eyewear will now be manufactured in America!

These are a great pair of shooters, fully adjustable, and compatible with the Rx lens carrier. Available now in our web store, and FREE shipping on this item!

Wiley X has made a commitment to produce a greater number of tactical eyewear products in the USA. This is a great move, and we’re proud to be authorized dealers of Wiley X products.

Check out the Mobile Version!

Mirv — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:44:00 +0000

The DarkThreads News blog is now formatted for viewing on mobile devices! Just point your smartphone at that square black and white thingy above and let the magic happen. Thanks.

Time to Upgrade Your Shades

Mirv — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 01:45:00 +0000

We’ve had a few sunny days here in the ‘Burgh lately, and I’ve actually been wearing my WileyX sunglasses (in which I look incredibly cool). Years ago I purchased the Zak style in a glossy black frame with polarized lenses, and I wear them to this day. However, I might have to trade up now, because the new Black Ops line of tactical sunglasses from WileyX is looking really good!

The brand new Black Ops version of the Zak sunglasses feature thick matte black frames, come with a leash cord, zippered case, and cleaning cloth, and EXCEED ANSI Z87.1-2003 HIGH VELOCITY STANDARD. They are too cool for school.

So, if you need to upgrade your shades for the summer, we have all nine WileyX Black Ops styles available in our web store, and these items ship out really fast!

Memorial Day: Two for One

Mirv — Mon, 30 May 2011 02:44:00 +0000

Troy Yocum, an Iraq-war veteran is hiking 7,000 miles across America to raise money for struggling military families. Starting NOW and lasting through MIDNIGHT TOMORROW NIGHT, Green Beans will match your “Cup Of Joe” purchase dollar for dollar with a donation to Troy’s organization, Hike For Our Heroes. To send a COJ to our Troops and help Hike For Our Heroes, click: http://www.greenbeanscoffee.co

m/coj/faq.php

Coming soon: Woolrich Elite Discreet Carry Twill Jacket

Mirv — Thu, 26 May 2011 19:52:00 +0000

We got a close look at this new piece from Woolrich Elite Series Tactical at the SHOT Show this year, and I’m glad to hear that it will be available in June! Based on one of Woolrich’s most popular traditional jackets, the Dorrington, the Elite Discreet Carry Twill Jacket has a number of tactical features built in.

Large, reinforced inner pockets feature integrated holster loops to accommodate concealed carry handguns with up to a 6″ barrel. A unique double angle on the inner pocket provides ready access to gear, but prevents the pocket from flaring open and exposing the contents.

The rear locker loop conceals the entrance to a hidden accessory tunnel, which allows for convenient yet discreet carry of plastic restraints as well as providing routing for electronic wires.

Front hand warmer pockets contain internal accessory loops, perfect for carrying spare magazines, flashlights, batons or chemical sprays. These elastic loops are set at a 45-degree angle for optimized access and keep the items secure and in a consistent orientation for rapid deployment.

The hip-length waistband and cuffs are fully adjustable and the jacket features a boulder-washed finish for a broken-in feel. The shell is made of 11.5 oz. cotton twill and is lined with a polyester Sherpa liner. Sleeves are insulated with diamond-quilted 60-gram Arctic Insulation®.

MSRP: S-XXL, $129.99; XXXL, $149.99

Of course we will gladly be taking pre-orders. Just contact sales@darkthreads.com for more info!