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You just wrapped up another long hard work week and are looking forward to the weekend. As you leave the office and walk out to the parking lot, all you can think of is the weekend. Throw the briefcase in the backseat, take a deep breath and turn the key. Nothing… Try again and again […]
For a while now I’ve been using dedicated gun oils and lubricants. Everything from the tried and true Hoppe’s No. 9 to BreakFree CLP and most recently, Shooter Lube. Ballistol has been around since roughly 1989 as the brand as we see it today and can be found in almost every garage in America. In […]
The Lum-Tec V13 is more than just a watch; it symbolizes class and smart design. It’s part of the special V series and stands out in the world of luxury watches. This watch is perfect for any guy who wants to show off his style and good taste. It combines cool, modern looks with the […]
Having an extra flashlight can help make life at camp easier when you need a light. Olight’s new flashlight, the Seeker 4 Pro, fits in at the campsite and around the neighborhood as a high-powered torch for low-light situations. Building on the Seeker 3 Pro, Olight has introduced the Seeker 4 this year. Olight was […]
Smart watches are not new. In fact, most watch enthusiasts consider the Timex Datalink (introduced in1984) as the grandfather of “Smart Watches”. The Apple Watch could be considered the most popular smart watch with more than 115 million being produced since its release in April 2015. Which brings us to our question. Has the smart […]
Matches have been around for quite some time, they have been carried, and used by most outdoorsmen. Matches tend to be frowned upon as a reliable ignition source for fire due to the match stick breaking (this can be attributed to the individual’s technique the majority of the time), or the head of the match […]
For over 120 years, C.C. FILSON has been outfitting prospectors, anglers, hunters and the like. Pioneering his way to Seattle in the late 1800’s his timing was impeccable. With the Great Klondike Gold Rush kicking off in 1897, Seattle was the hub for prospectors heading north to Alaska. Stocking up with provisions, FILSON was poised […]
A successful day on the shooting range starts with bringing the right gear. It starts at home organizing your kit. Packing the correct caliber of ammunition, magazines, hearing protection, optics, range finder, pistols, etc. Owning a range bag capable of carrying what you need in an organized manner ensures you arrive at the range ready […]
Growing up, my Dad and I watched MacGyver every week to see what new things he would do with his Swiss Army Knife to get out of a bind. I also remember my Dad always having a Swiss Army Knife in his pocket regardless of what he was doing. My Dad preferred the Executive knife Victorinox offered […]
A little over a year ago, Olight sent me a Classic style lantern to review. And we’ve been using it ever since in our camper and out in the yard. It works great, and we’ve really enjoyed this addition. Recently I got my hands on the new and improved OLIGHT OLantern Music LED Lantern. Featuring […]
In the world of firearms enthusiasts and professionals, Glock pistols have earned their reputation for reliability and performance. Glock enthusiasts know the importance of having the right accessories to enhance their firearm’s capabilities, and one accessory that has been gaining significant attention is the GripForce EBP (Ergonomic Base Pad). Designed to boost your Glock’s magazine capacity while […]
Compact, lightweight and very effective at removing snow. The Stealth Shovel from the DMOS Collective, although small, punches above its weight. With a lineage that includes shovels like the Alpha Driveway, Alpha Expedition and Delta, it was time I finally offered my thoughts on the smallest snow shovel of the bunch. Living in a northern […]
Although I own all these watches, if I had to pick one to roll with, it would be the Citizen Nighthawk. It’s got the venerable Eco-Drive movement, can be worn with a suit or t-shirt, and can stand up to almost any outdoor adventure including recreational diving and snorkeling. Mechanical watches depend on you to […]
The Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck is built to survive the harshest commute, wherever that may be. What intrigued me the most about this pack is the fact that it contains no velcro areas for patches or molle webbing to mount external pouches too. Also, there are no unnecessary straps and buckles dangling on the outside. […]