ECLiPSE Gear has been a hot stop for military and law enforcement alike at the 2011 SHOT Show. The company offers hundreds of products ranging from protective vests to frag grenade pouches. Company officials say they are soon to add an IPhone pouch that will attach to MOLLE. This certainly keeps in step with the Army's push to provide a smart phone to every soldier.
In the meantime, troops on a budget looking to enhance their ensemble should consider these top sellers:
Open-top M4 magazine pouch. The Corps just ordered 55,000 of these pouches, which hold a single mag. This will reduce you profile, meaning you are less likely to get hung up on something and can comfortably lay in the prone. A abrasion-resistant liner and quick-release locking strap prevents loss. Cost: $24.
Dump pouch. Ideal for mounted operations, this stowable dump pouch holds up to eight M$ mags or other assorted gear. It has two cinch cords but you can open it with one hand. The drainage grommet is an nice feature. Cost: $25.
Shotgun shell pouch. This low-profile piece wraps up in a tight and stowable panel that unfolds to give you quick access to 10 additional rounds. Not as cool as a bandolier, but far more practical. Cost: $30.
The ECLiPSE line is known to be strong, lightweight – and American made. You can get these and other products in a variety of of colors and camo patterns. To find a dealer near you, check out www.eclipsegear.com.
