This is probably one of the finest watches to have a tribute paid to the best fighting force on the planet, the U.S. Marines. Many post 9/11 armed service members were lucky enough to be issued a TSAR, GSAR, or JSAR type watch made by Marathon. This watch looks and is very similar to the […]
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Garmin Tactix Charlie | One watch to rule them all
As the capabilities of our armed forces expand at an individual level to include responsibilities and abilities never before imagined, so too the requisite number of tools has expanded greatly. Much like smartphones cramming as many features as possible into a pocket-sized computer, the Garmin Tactix Charlie is a superwatch that combines the traits and […]
Elite Survival Systems | Marathon Gun Pack
A while back I was doing a good deal of fitness walking and some running and decided that I wanted to carry a pistol with me. As my activity was taking place in a residential neighborhood I didn’t want to raise any alarms with the neighbors so decided to look at some alternative hot weather […]
Garmin Fenix 5 | Worldclass Multi-Sport Watch
Summer is in full swing and it’s time to hit the trails, both for hiking and running. For the past two years, I’ve been using the Garmin Forerunner 10 as my GPS watch. This year it’s time to upgrade. After doing some research and asking questions, I’ve settled on the Garmin Fenix 5. Yes, it’s a significantly […]
Ten of the Best War Films to Watch on Memorial Day
With Memorial Day weekend in full swing, many people have taken to the cemetery of their hometown to place flags on the graves of the soldiers who are no longer with us. Our little down did it last week with the cooperation of the local Veterans Council, VFW, American Legion, the Boy Scouts and Cub […]
Opinion: Let’s talk about what ‘real men’ do.
Masculinity is a tough topic to discuss in an open forum nowadays. Invariably, within the first few sentences (which makes up the preview seen on most social media platforms), everyone that takes the time to scan the headline above will place me into one of two categories: the man’s man (or purveyor of toxic masculinity) […]
Specter Series: Three Navy SEALs compete in an epic event
I’ve completed numerous running events and a Tough Mudder event. The one thing I always thought would take an event like Tough Mudder to the next level, was to skydive into the start of the race and hit the ground running. Three Navy SEALs have committed to doing just that as part of an event […]
Arc’teryx Skyline Long Sleeve Shirt: Button down in a lightweight, wrinkle-resistant performance fabric
Arc’teryx apparel can be found in some military units, and exclusively seen on the new History TV show Six, but how about using it in your civilian life without being too tactical? You may have read a few of my previous posts in continuing to acquire and test low-visibility clothing that makes carrying a concealed […]
Special Operations Candidates, Get Your Mind Right
Opinion: I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say to me or comment in my presence about what they “think” it takes to become a Navy SEAL or Green Beret. Most often, these people are unaware of my profession and it is always with a sense of amusement that I hear their […]
Train For the Long Haul in Special Operations
We have mentioned this not too long ago but it probably bears repeating, especially now that the Selection courses are running and the next batch of candidates are gearing up to attend. You don’t have to be a marathon runner, a professional weight lifter or a bodybuilder to pass Selection. Not every Special Operations trooper […]