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pmcimagazine.comKIT: US PEACEKEEPER DRAG BAGIn the largest of the pouches (23” x 9” x 2”), I was able toeasily fit a massive Vortex Razor HD 27x60x85 mm spotting scopewith its armored case and small tabletop tripod. Add a mesh camosniper veil wrapped around the payload and it had all the cushionand support needed for transport and range work. If a secondaryweapon was needed for a mission extract, an HK MP5K or SBRAK-47 and magazines would easily fit inside the large pouch forstorage and quick access.When fully zipped, the attached protective hood to give extramuzzle protection for the stored rifle as well as a snag free taperto the bag’s nose to easily glide through brush by the large dragstrap much better than traditional squared soft cases.Aside from just cushioning payload, the thick internal paddingoffers the shooter an optional shooting mat to work from theprone position. There have been many days I worked from insideof a drag bag as my shooting mat. This not just keeps dirt offyou or your gear in the lowest and most stable position possiblebut can protect you from muddy or harmful surfaces. During mycareer, I have logged temperatures exceeding 100 degrees onthe “hard deck” or surface from which I was shooing from. Duringone sniper school, the “hard deck” temperature regular reached120 degrees radiating off an asphalt range. Shooting from the USPeaceKeeper drag bag was extremely comfortable even duringtesting through the summer months.FINAL THOUGHTSDuring the six-month test period, I was impressed with the USPeacekeeper Drag Bag for multiple reasons. The user-friendlyflat contour and tapering nose of the bag allow for a relativelycompact load out despite a generous storage capacity. Did Imention I loved the color? The woodland green along with thedark brown straps and protective webbing aid greatly for thosewishing to blend the bag into their surrounding environmentduring stalks. As with anything however, there were things Iwould like to see US PeaceKeeper improve in the future.Earlier in this article, I mentioned the zippers. It has beenmy unfortunate experience that heavy use items not featuringYKK zippers to secure them are often the source of its failurepoint. Doing online research, there was only one comment abouta failing zipper that I found in reference to the US Peacekeeperline of products, and it was not specifically the drag bag series.Through gravel, sand, underbrush and dense grasses, the bagremained secure and in good working order.The only other item I would consider changing out on thebag for long term heavy use would be the plastic buckles on thebackpack straps for metal versions. Over years of hard use, smallplastic buckles tend to crack or complete fail due to exposure toheat and moisture. Given the location of some of these buckles,a failure from any one of them could compromise the ability tobalance the complete load out when carrying on the operators back.Retailing with a MSRP of US$191.99, US Peacekeeper DragBag offers many of the same features that more expensivecompetitors do just without the larger price tag. Coming in at afull inch longer than my Blackhawk drag bag, the US Peacekeeperoffers a better fit for many 26” bolt action rifles sporting quickrelease muzzle breaks for suppressor use. During missions whereseconds can seem like minutes at a time, quickly being able toaccess or “stow and go” your long gun is critical. This could meanthe difference between life and death.As I previously mentioned, overall, I liked working withthe US PeaceKeeper drag bag. The professional grade rifle caseoffered several features that I require when considering a pieceof mission ready equipment. Best of all, the drag bag also comeswith a lifetime warranty by US PeaceKeeper. Based on the pricepoint, quality construction and smart design, the US PeaceKeeperbag easily makes the top of my list for suggested options for drag bags.To find out more about the drag bag and othermission ready products from US PeaceKeeper, visitthem at www.USPeaceKeeper.com. Until the nextissue, regardless of the odds of whatever yourfight may be, never give up. Remember the wordsof Malcolm McDowell, “One man can change theworld with a bullet in the right place.”46
PMCIBOOK REVIEWI'd like to take the time to introduceyou to our model featured left,a friend of mine named TravisPartyka, affectionally known as 'BigRed'. 2-14INF 10th MTN DIV Sniper,contractor and friend.Well remembered and sorely missed27/6/84 - 24/01/21 RIP TP.Baz, PMCI Team.MILITARY RECONNAISSANCE:THE EYES AND EARS OF THEARMYWhen it comes to research I always like to read around everysubject to try and gain a thorough understanding of the topic,and although I’ve been privileged to meet a number of superbpractitioners versed in the arts of “reconnaissance” both covertand overt over the years, it’s still a topic that fascinates me.When I had the opportunity to get hold of an early copyof “Military Reconnaissance: The Eyes and Ears of the Army”I jumped at the chance, and for the last couple of weeks I’vebeen digesting everything that this insightful and at timesentertaining book has to offer! Since the beginning of recordedmilitary history, scouting and reconnaissance have been keytools employed by military commanders to obtain a picture ofthe tactical situation and make informed decisions.Scouts known as sciritae were deployed by the Spartans andhad a privileged position in their order of battle. The Spartanswere so aware of the advantage their scouting operations gavethem that they went to great lengths to keep them secret!As military tactics, weapons and equipment developedover the centuries, methods of scouting and reconnaissanceevolved and adapted but always remained true to the spirit ofthe scout; light on their feet, taking only what they need andreturning with the information that could turn potential defeatinto victory.“Military Reconnaissance” provides a concise but revealingpicture of the art of military scouting and reconnaissancefrom the highly toned Spartan warriors, the scouts employedby Julius Caesar, through the middle ages to the NapoleonicWars to the role of the scout in modern warfare. In myopinion the book provides vital setting and information foranyone at all interested in operating in small teams to gain atactical advantage through the detailed collection and correctdissemination of sometimes crucial “intel”, the informationthat can 100% make the difference between mission successand failure!Alexander Stilwell is an experienced writer and editor whohas worked for several leading publishers, primarily in the fieldsof military history, politics and international affairs. He has alsoworked for Jane’s Information Group and is the author of severalbooks. He served for six years in the British Territorial Army.Publisher: Casemate Publishers (15 May 2021)Language: EnglishHardcover: 192 pagesISBN-10: 1612009506ISBN-13: 978-1612009506BOOK REVIEWpmcimagazine.
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