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As a former member of 2nd Ranger Battalion in the 90’s, I’m all too familiar with the lightweight BDU’s (Battle Dress Uniform) that we were issued to us by the half dozen. They were a Nylon/Cotton Rip Stop uniform that was supposed to be as durable as the original heavyweight BDU’s but with less weight […]
If you’re like me and aren’t opposed to a little man bling, then you need to check out the offerings from MTM Watch. With inspiration from the Special Ops community, these military style timepieces feature exotic alloys, carbon fiber and a heavy dose of sex appeal. A few years ago at Shot Show, I found […]
I recently ended a long search for a new pistol suppressor. That search lead me to the Rugged Suppressors Obsidian 9. Right now, the market for suppressors is hotter than ever thanks to the BATFE allowing the use of the E-File system again for Form 4’s. Plus, there are more than a dozen quality manufacturers […]
Adding to the new LTE Line, SOG incorporated high tech materials to help the Kiku XR LTE shed 1.5 ounces. In 2019, Studies and Observations Group (SOG) started a brand overhaul, sort of. Redesigning and updating existing knives in the line-up. Exploring new boundaries in manufacturing and materials. Upgrading the presentation and packaging. And developing […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
When an emergency comes up, or something goes bump in the night, it’s comforting to know that first responders are typically only a few minutes away. The average response time in the top 10 cities in the US range from 5.46 to 9.5 minutes. But that’s if you live in the city. Rural areas like […]
With everything going on in the world, as Americans, the 2nd Amendment remains important. The right to bear arms is infallible. And with that right comes great responsibility. As gun rights are constantly under pressure, it’s imparative that gun owner store their firearms properly. Locked up but readily accessible. As biometrics have improved over the […]
WANDRD Toiletry and Tech Pouches are made with TPU coated Nylon for added weather protection WANDRD, a small company formed by two brothers, innovates travel bags and accessories. They started this company because they weren’t satisfied with the status quo. And here are a couple of their inventions. The Toiletry Bag and Tech Pouch. Both […]