An Army infantryman moves toward a mock enemy trench during a live-fire exercise at Fort Hood, Texas, February 9, 2019. (Department of Defense) The Army is edging closer to fielding its updated body protection system. The Soldier Protection System (SPS) has been in the works fo [Read more...]
NFW Watch Company: Finding the highest quality for every budget
Not too long ago at the grocery store, I decided on an impulse to pick up the latest copy of Forbes Magazine. I typically go for the tactical gun type magazines, but I wanted to ch [Read more...]
Merell’s Famous Moabs: A Go Anywhere Option?
It’s odd how you learn about companies and how that forms an opinion on the company itself. I first heard of Merells in reference to expensive boots for women. In Florida, we [Read more...]
Photo of the day: DEVGRU Gold Squadron snipers during training
Used with permission from the Naval Special Warfare Development Group pictures Instagram page. This photo is a snapshot in time of the DEVGRU Gold Squadron snipers honing their sk [Read more...]
Watch “Big Mountain Heroes”, Healing Veterans Holistically
We all know or are ourselves in various stages of a love/hate relationship with the Veterans Administration. And most of us know that the vast majority of the VA is staffed with dedicated doctors that truly want to help our veterans. But that like any huge bureaucracy, that help [Read more...]
Gerber Gator Clip Point Folding Knife: Field tested in the Marine Corps
The Gerber Gator Clip Point folding knife with serrations was my first real field knife. I purchased it at the PX on base at Camp Lejeune when I needed a folding knife for the field. We were getting ready to leave on a training deployment to Northern California for Mountain Warfa [Read more...]
Want a Free Glock 26? Midway Has you Covered
Midway is well known in the gun world for selling a massive amount of different guns, parts, accessories, and even gear like boots, holsters, and much more. When I need some oddball part for my gun I usually turn to Midway USA to find these parts. They’ve also become pret [Read more...]
Camp kitchen duties just got a lot more fun | PDW Field Kitchen Knife Set
The SPD Field Kitchen Knife Set is a portable kitchen cutlery set ideally suited for those who take pride in food prep in the field. This handcrafted set includes a 6″ chef’s knife, 4″ paring, and a self-contained carry case which folds out as a cutting board Th [Read more...]
Never forget the heroes: Families of fallen Marine Reconnaissance warriors to be honored with premier Gold Star retreat in Hawaii
Gold Star families from around the country will be brought to Hawaii on an all-expense-paid trip to Oahu, Hawaii from May 2-8. The Marine Reconnaissance Foundation (MRF) is covering transportation, accommodations, meals, and all other expenses as they pull out all the stops for [Read more...]
Photo of the Day: Short, Sweet and Quiet
One of my favorite rifles to use at work and for play. Maxim Defense CQB Stock on a Colt Lower with a Spikes Tactical Compressor Upper. Magpul magazines, back-up Iron Sights, and sling. Trijicon MRO and Phase 5 Extended Bolt Release. [Read more...]