The start of the year always brings a flood of exciting new gear, and February is no exception, especially with the latest reveals from Shot Show 2025. We break down the latest Industry briefs and new products announced. This month, we’ve got some serious updates for your kit. There are new lights, chest rig mounts, and even new fabrics. We’ll be looking at the brand new 5.11 Response XR1 line of tactical lights, designed for versatility and rugged use. Next up is the modular chest plate from Mission First Tactical: the MFT Chest Plate & ACHRO Harness. Finally, we’ll dive into a material development: “Haartz Unveils ProTact: The PFAS-Free Tactical Fabric Revolutionizing Durability and Performance”, which aims to set a new standard for eco-friendly and tough textiles. Let’s get right into the details.
5.11 Response XR1 line of tactical Lights – New from Shot Show 2025
The 5.11 Tactical Response XR1P Flashlight is a compact yet durable dual-fuel flashlight, offering a 600-lumen output powered by either one 18650 or two CR123 batteries. Its anodized Type II head and textured polymer housing with ridged over-molded rubber provide lightweight durability, while design elements protect the lens and tail push button switch, resulting in the highest impact resistance in its line. This new line of XR1 flashlights start at $50 and go to $130 for the different Models.
5.11 XR1P Flashlight – Check them out here.
MFT Chest Plate & ACHRO Harness – New from Shot Show 2025
The chest plate will carry the MFT Guardian 3-Hole, Blade Tech, Comp-Tac, Blackhawk, and Safariland holsters in a rugged, adaptable, comfortable, and versatile platform. In addition, the adaptable mounting system allows you to customize your setup to your liking. And the ACHRO Harness provides all-day comfort with its 3D padded mesh and four-point design for even weight distribution. Quick-release buckles allow for easy-on and off, even with one hand. Available in Small/Large and X Large/XX Large. Suggested Retail price for this is: $59.99.
https://missionfirsttactical.com/H10-UMCP – check it out here.
“Haartz Unveils ProTact: The PFAS-Free Tactical Fabric Revolutionizing Durability and Performance”
Haartz Corporation has introduced ProTact, a line of advanced technical laminates designed for military and law enforcement applications, now featuring PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) finishes. Unlike other PFAS-free fabrics that often suffer from visible scuffing and surface damage during handling, ProTact demonstrates minimal surface marring even after rigorous scuff testing. This innovation allows manufacturers to meet environmental regulations without compromising on the durability and quality demanded by tactical gear users.
PFAS-free DWR coatings are scientifically engineered to repel water efficiently while being environmentally friendly.
Rumor: L3 no longer selling Image Intensifier Tubes on the Commercial Market
An NVG vendor posted on Reddit Jan 28th that the Sales Director of L3 “confirmed” they would no longer be selling “tubes” commercially. The implications of this could mean that the existing tubes in the market could skyrocket in price. Image intensifiers in general could become harder to acquire. L3 is considered a top contender in the market for NVG tubes.
Update: Good news. It’s possible that Tubes will continue to be sold to Civilians through Channel Partners based on this post. I would assume that similar partners have agreements with L3 and that this is not exclusive to TNVC. (Buyer Beware).
https://www.cloudynights.com/forums/topic/977269-good-news-from-tvnc-about-the-future-of-l3-harris-tubes/
“Under the Authorized Partner agreement, TNVC will continue to be able to provide high quality VAS solutions for all customers and customer types, including some of the most advanced products like the BNVD-FUSED Enhanced Night Vision Goggle—Binocular, as well as commercial-focused products such as the ATPIAL-C commercial AN/PEQ-15 (originally introduced by TNVC in 2014), specialized solutions such as SuperGain (launched in 2022), and night vision systems utilizing L3Harris’ superlative high performance Unfilmed image intensifier technology, including systems such as the Ground Panoramic Night Vision Goggle (GPNVG), USSOCOM-issued AN/PVS-31A/B/C, BNVD-1531, launched commercially by TNVC in 2021, and others including some exciting new products as well as TNVC’s flagship TN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device. Moreover, TNVC will continue to act as an Authorized Spare & Repair Parts Distributor and maintenance and repair center for L3Harris products to provide an unparalleled level of service, support, and lifecycle management”
