Now, let's get back to the new Blackhawk products at Flecktarn.co.uk... "The Blackhawk STRIKE range is the cutting edge MOLLE compatible brand from Blackhawk. STRIKE is short for Soldier Tactical Retro Integrated Kit Enhanced and is now on the fourth generation of development.

More on the new Blackhawk! vests available at Flecktarn.co.uk... "The Blackhawk tactical range is acknowledged as one of the best non-modular tactical gear brands today. The Omega Elite series of vests improves on the Omega vests by building in versatility by design. The Omega Elite vests all have zipper and buckle fastening in the front, allowing the vest to be quickly adapted for wear with our ­without body armour.

One of the 2009 new items from Blackhawk!... "The Legacy™ X6-P is an extremely lightweight and durable polymer version of the Legacy X6. This powerful compact light features an anti-roll system, Xenon lamp assembly and 65 real lumens of intense white light. Unlike other lights of its kind, its beam signature is perfectly pre-focused, leaving no shadows or ugly artifacts like many focusable lights. Comes standard with a glass lens."

One of the new Blackhawk vests adorning the shelves of Flecktarn.co.uk... "The Blackhawk tactical range is acknowledged as one of the best non-modular tactical gear brands today. The Blackhawk Urban Assault Vest is a no nonsense, high ammo capacity, medium profile tactical vest. The vest operates as a low profile waistcoat chassis as opposed to a full body vest, for use mainly over body armour and plate carriers.

Combat eyewear that is made by Blackhawk! which you may soon find at your favourite gear retailer... "The BLACKHAWK! A.C.E. (Advanced Combat Eyewear) Tactical Goggle is designed to meet the most rigorous demands of military and law enforcement tactical operators. Its low-profile design is ideal for use with PASGT, ACH, or MICH helmets and allows excellent peripheral vision.

Now at 50% off courtesy of Blackhawk!... "Holds four M-16/M4 30 round magazines in separate slots. Worn upside down to minimize movement while reloading, increasing efficiency and speed. Magazines are held in place by elastic both inside and outside of the pouch. Pouches are reinforced with Type 4 webbing, and utilize hook & loop closure and a side release buckle for extra security.

Available now at OPSGEAR, we just can't say what handgun model it can take in. This costs US$61.99 a little bit cheaper from the list price of US$64.99. Those who like leathery types of holsters, like me, this one's a good deal. Just select if you're left or right handed... "The choice of armed professionals the world over, this proven design is adaptable, comfortable and contours to your body for excellent concealment.

Newly designed footwear from BlackHawk now at Airsoft Armoury, it comes in coyote brown and black colours, and reasonably priced at £114.99. Too bad their sizes are just too big for me. I just hope they have something smaller than their present stock... "The fastest, lightest and most agile footwear designed by BLACKHAWK! specifically for today's Special Operations Warrior. Ideal for waterborne ops.

For real steel shooters but the same thing applies for airsofters and it's on sale at BlackHawk! ... "From the correct way to hold your handgun to concealed carry and the famous “EL Prez” drill, Todd Jarrett shows you how a pro does it. National and World Practical Shooting Champion Todd Jarrett has been a dominant force in practical shooting in the United States for the past 25 years.

More on the new items from Blackhawk for 2008, such as this spanking new combat boots for the serious airsoft player... "BlackHawk! Warrior Wear™ Side-Zip Boots are fast, light, comfortable, easy to put on, and waterproof.  This boot is a 5" tall boot and has durable, easy-to-use molded tooth zipper opening, Long-wearing, water-friendly polyurethane midsole, Dri-Lex® inner lining wicks away moisture and dries quickly for maximum comfort.