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I was introduced to Hults Bruk at Outdoor Retailer 2021 by an impressive display of hand forged axes. The history of this Swedish company dates back as far as 1697. Almost 80 years prior to the founding of America. Still located just north of the Swedish city of Norrkoping, they know a thing or two about forging […]
Whether you’re a grunt warring through the suck or a weekend warrior training at the range, the gear that you train with needs to be on point. In honor of Veteran’s Day this week, they asked the team of FirstSpear veterans for their favorites. Here are their top seven picks. 1 Woobie Quarter-Zip— super warm and […]
When packing for a 2-3 week trip to Colorado and Utah, I decided to be a little choosy. Not wanting to overburden an already heavy truck with unnecessary stuff, I packed light. Well, our personal gear was light. I came up with a 5 day clothing list and told my son we’d do laundry on […]
Below is a curated Holiday Buyer’s Guide for the Overland, Off-Road or outdoorsmen in your life. Many of these items have been reviewed by The Gear Bunker and others are on a short list to be tested. Gear onX Offroad, Premium: $29/year | Elite: $99/year Unlock more adventures with an onX Offroad membership this holiday […]
CRKT is proud to unveil the Clever Girl™ Kukri fixed blade from designer and veteran Austin McGlaun, bringing about the third variation in the Clever Girl lineup and the newest member to CRKT’s Forged by War® program. During his time stationed at Fort Polk while serving in the military, knifemaker Austin McGlaun was inspired to find new ways to […]
I’ve owned an SOE Zippered Knife Pouch for some years now. I had recently purchased a new pouch with a different pattern recently and have found that it makes for a great minimalist EDC pouch. I use it in my office to hold a spare knife, watch, flashlight and pen. If you travel quite a […]
With everything else going on, you may have missed the Radical Firearms RF/22 – a match-grade long rifle chambered in .22lr. The RF/22 was designed with the shooting enthusiast in mind. It’s a sleek, solid, well-designed semi-auto you can use to plink, target-shoot, or bring doom upon the local varmint OPFOR using pretty much any […]
In a SHTF situation a good knife can mean the difference between life and death. When it comes to survival the Morakniv Kansbol with Survival Kit is a great selection as an all- around survival knife. The lightweight knife is 4.3” long and weighs in at 8.5 ounces. With a 2.5 mm thick blade made […]
Brooklyn, NY – October 18, 2021 – Crye Precision®, one of the leading suppliers of uniforms and personal equipment to the military, law enforcement and public safety markets, has announced the release of their new ATO – Alpine Terrain Operations ™ line of outerwear, with the first two products, the ATO Mid Loft Jacket™ and […]
XS Sights adds to its many sight offerings for the popular Springfield Armory Hellcat series with the addition of DXT2 Big Dot and R3D night sights for the optics-ready Hellcat Micro-Compact OSP. XS sights are visible day and night, thanks to the company’s proprietary Glow Dot technology which activates even before the tritium glows, giving […]
In an effort to be more self-sustaining on the road, I’ve put together some tools and other supplies to assist with common roadside assistance tasks. Most common to my area is getting stuck (mostly in the winter), a flat tire, and dead batteries. In order to help myself in those situations and assist someone else, […]
Grey Man Tactical is proud to announce the introduction of the Vehicle Hunting Gun Rack RMP™ Package, the perfect setup to safely secure your hunting gear, accessories, rifles, shotguns, and bows. Head out on your next hunt with peace of mind knowing your favorite gear will be organized and easily protected. Hunters are always looking […]
Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, has announced a new custom Kydex holster program where customers can build and order their own holster or magazine carrier directly on Blackhawk.com. With limitless options to select from, consumers can now craft a true one-of-a-kind holster with all the features they […]
5.11, Inc., the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, today announced the release of several exciting new products for Fall 2021 that are designed to meet the needs of outdoor adventurers, public safety professionals, and tactical enthusiasts. The newly released items are available online and in-stores now. “Our consumers seek to live the […]