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In the storied history of the United States Marine Corps, few items symbolize expertise and tradition like the USMC shooting jacket, specifically the PMI Shooter’s Jacket. Worn by the revered Primary Marksmanship Instructors (PMIs), these USMC shooting jackets are more than mere garments; they are a testament to precision, discipline, and the Corps’ rich heritage. […]
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We all have EDC items that we carry every day. For some, it’s just a phone, wallet, and keys, others have that plus some defensive equipment like a concealed handgun and pocket knife. What about medical gear? Is that anywhere to be found in your EDC? If your life and the lives of your family […]
The Vertx Dead Letter Sling represents a recent addition to Vertx’s collection of packs and bags. Introduced in 2019, this sling pack replaced the Vertx Courier in the product lineup. While a backpack provides better weight distribution on the shoulders for enhanced comfort and easier mobility (particularly with heavier loads), a sling bag offers distinct […]
The world of military watches is rich with history and innovation, particularly the iconic WW2 field watch. These timepieces are not just tools but symbols of bravery and precision under pressure. Today, we explore this fascinating history and focus on one of the best modern interpretations of the WW2 field watch: the Winfield 1941 PVD. […]
From night hunts to attending low-light shooting courses, the interest in affordable night vision has increased over the past several years. Digital night vision is also making significant steps into the night vision arena, even in the U.S. military. SiOnyx is gaining a foothold with night vision devices such as their Aurora and now with […]
In today’s digital age, safeguarding financial information is more crucial than ever. With the rising wave of technological advancements come ever-inventive methods for hackers and identity thieves to access your most personal data. While convenient, credit and debit cards can be susceptible to unauthorized access via RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) technology. Although useful in many applications, […]
Recently I decided to break out a few backpacking stoves and run a test to see which one would provide the most efficient stove to use backpacking. The stoves I tested were my old standby from my National Guard days consisting of a military issue canteen, canteen cup, stove stand, and a recently purchased lid […]
Aside from personal hygiene while camping, staying hydrated is a critical health concern and sometimes a challenging task on longer trips. Mainly due to limitations by the amount of water that can be carried practically. This is where some sort of water filtration system comes into play. And one company on the forefront of water […]
Kershaw Knives modernized the ancient stiletto with their Matt Diskin designed Launch 8. In keeping with the design cues of the past, the Launch 8 maintains a symmetrical and very slender form. With a lightweight anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle and decorative carbon fiber insert, the Launch weighs a mere 2.3 ounces. It’s these features plus a […]
Packs are one of those items that can make or break an adventure. With a pack too small, one can risk not packing all the necessary equipment to survive for extended durations. On the other hand, if a pack is too large for the adventure, one can risk packing too much. And tiring out due […]
Why is it called a ruck and not a backpack? GORUCK has explained this question: Rucksacks have military origins in heavy load carriage so they’re built to house a lot of weight over time and distance — rucking is the foundation of the United States Army Special Forces training after all. Backpacks, on the other […]
The Marine Corps Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa Japan had to be one of my favorite training deployments. Learning how to operate and survive in a jungle environment is vastly different from a desert or woodland environment. I remember attending one of our first training sessions at the Northern Training Area (NTA). One of […]
Everyone knows a good set of binoculars can make or break a hunt. So recently when the folks at Zerotech reached out and offered up a set of their newest Thrive HD binoculars to demo we jumped at the chance. It was perfect timing as we had just set up a late-season Sitka Black Tail […]
Hydro Flask water bottles have been around since 2009 and were one of the first, if not THE first company to roll out insulated reusable water bottles. Since then, they have grown to offer several different lines of water bottles and coolers depending on your need. Hydro Flask water bottles can keep drinks cold for […]