Press Release: Blackhawk Products Group™ New Tactical Gear for 2008

March 10, 2008

Blackhawk Products Group™ New Tactical Gear for 2008

NORFOLK, VA – Blackhawk! Products Group™, known worldwide as a leader in tactical gear for the military and law enforcement, has added to their extensive product line with several new items for the New Year.

Blackhawk’s Battle Bag is the one bag for all your war fighting needs to enhance your survivability. Made with 1000 denier nylon and three internal sections, the Battle Bag also features a 9.5” x 13” map pocket inside the protective storm flap, secured with a side release buckle. Plenty of internal elastic loops and external zippered accessory pockets for lights, GPS, spare magazines and an internal hook and loop section for a handgun. The Blackhawk Battle Bag, with an integral shoulder strap and storable waist strap is available in black, olive drab, coyote tan or foliage green for an MSRP of $99.00.

If you are looking for more in a grab-and-go bag, then Blackhawk’s Enhanced Battle Bag is the updated “go bag” designed to be kitted out based on your mission. With S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ webbing on three sides, the user can configure the slightly larger bag with additional add-on pouches. The larger size and stiffer constructions allow you to pack a small laptop and the internal features include pockets and compartments to organize your load. This bag features both a padded shoulder strap and a carry handle. The storm flap doubles as a detachable map case. Suggested MSRP is $119.00.

Blackhawk has also answered the call for a small tactical bag with the Blackhawk Tactical Handbag. This shoulder carried bag measures a roomy 10.5 inches by 7 inches by 4 inches deep with plenty of pockets to keep a variety of items for quick and easy access. Bellowed side pockets allow for secure carry of bottled water, cell phone, PDA, or other personal electronics. A concealed outer pocket with waterproof zipper, ID card holder and nametag strip, and a removable interior pouch make it versatile for any need. The adjustable shoulder strap with a small non-slip pad provides all day comfort. The interior lining is waterproof and the bottom of the handbag features waterproof Hawk-tex® to protect the contents of the handbag. Available in black, coyote tan or foliage green, the Blackhawk Tactical Handbag has an MSRP of $59.99.

Because Blackhawk understands the importance of hydration whether you are on a mission or training on a range, Blackhawk is introducing the new Blackhawk Canteen by Nalgene®, made to the Military standard 1 qt. (32 oz.) capacity and design of durable polycarbonate with a one-handed closure system to prevent leakage. The Military thread configuration accommodates issued (NBC) caps. A looped top allows for easy carrying by hand or attached to a carabiner. This canteen allows for flavored drink without taste memory and is able to withstand temperatures from 1211 to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Available in coyote tan or foliage green with a Blackhawk! logo, plain, or privately labeled, the new Canteen can be carried in the S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ 1qt. Canteen Pouch on a vest or belt. The Canteen and Canteen pouch are sold separately. The Blackhawk Canteen has an MSRP of $12.99.

The new S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ Sniper Rest will provide your long guns the stability required from a shooting platform. The Sniper Rest attaches to webbing on packs using two #9 speed clips, quickly turning any pack in to a sniper rest. Measuring 7.5” square x 2.5” high, the Sniper Rest is available in black, coyote tan, olive drab and ARPAT with an MSRP of $29.99.

Blackhawk’s Coupled Magazine Pouches now hold more M4/M16 rounds than ever before – 60, 120, or 180 rounds with no problem. The single, double and triple Coupled Magazine pouches are held in place by a sturdy external 1.5” elastic strap. A lift tab on the pouch flap provides easy and rapid access and the pouch closes securely with a hook and loop closure reinforced with a snap for extra security. Five rows of webbing on the back of the pouches allow for Speed or ALICE Clip attachment to a MOLLE or belt platform. The bottoms of the pouches are reinforced to support fully loaded magazines and prevent pouch abrasion. MSRP for the single pouch is $34.99; double pouch is $44.99; and the triple pouch is $54.99.

Two other new pouches by Blackhawk will provide protection for your sensitive hand-held electronics. The Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ Camera Pouch is a 3” wide by 4” high by 1.5” deep padded pouch for a digital camera, cell phone, or PDA. The pouch utilizes a hybrid mount; belt loop with an internal hook and loop or MOLLE mounting using the included Speed Clip. The rounded flap features a hook and loop closure for security. An outer pocket can hold flash cards up to 1.5” wide. Available in black, coyote tan, or ARPAT for an MSRP of $17.99.

The Blackhawk S.T.R.I.K.E. ™ GPS Pouch was specifically designed to fit the Garmin eTrex®, and will hold other GPS units and digital cameras as well. Padded for extra protection, the GPS pouch measures 2” wide by 3.5” high by 1.25” deep and attaches using one Speed Clip or can be belt-mounted. A hook and loop stabilizes the pouch while on the belt. Available in black, coyote tan, olive drab, or ARPAT for $26.99.

Finally, Blackhawk’s Chest Pouches for Magazines now holds four AK-47 magazines (and also two adjustable pistol magazine pouches) with hook and loop lid closures withdrain grommets in thebottom of each pouch. Available in either olive drab or coyote tan, the chest pouches are made of 1000 denier nylon for maximum durability with fully adjustable 2 inch shoulder straps and an adjustable waist strap. MSRP is $67.99

For more information about Blackhawk! Tactical or Hydration Systems log on to www.blackhawk.com.

About BLACKHAWK!®:
Blackhawk Products Group ™, founded in 1993 by President and CEO Mike Noell, is a leading US manufacturer of tactical, military and law enforcement equipment. It is a global manufacturer of Blackhawk! Tactical™ nylon gear; Blackhawk! Body Armor™; Blackhawk! Law Enforcement™, Blackhawk! Hydration™ systems; Blackhawk! Protective Gloves and Gear™, Masters of Defense® Knives and Blackhawk! Blades™; CQC® Holsters; Night-Ops® Illumination Tools, Dynamic Entry® Manual Entry Tools; Warrior Wear® Apparel; Blackhawk! Outdoors™ hunting gear, and the recently acquired Knoxx Industries. Blackhawk headquarters is in Norfolk, Virginia, with US manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, Montana, and Idaho. For more information on Blackhawk! and Blackhawk products, log on to www.Blackhawk.com or call 800-694-5263.