The “Prepared Citizen Classic” design was conceived based on the phenomenon in evolutionary biology known as mimicry, in which one organism resembles another in order to improve its odds of survival. The pack’s outward appearance, reminiscent of the most commonplace daypacks, helps its well-equipped owner take on an uninteresting and non-threatening appearance, protecting him from […]
Kyle Defoor on lubing your M4 carbine during training
I took a student’s carbine that was completely dry and showed how I lube an M4 without taking anything apart by dropping oil in the bolt carrier exhaust ports then firing 5-7 rounds. Obviously, this is mostly used in training although some have used it for real. This will lube the necessary parts of the […]
Dissecting 100 Deadly Skills | Improvised Sap
We’ve all been there, stuck in situations where we simply can’t carry a weapon. Government office, school, airport, or simply a rigidly enforced no weapons policy. Even worse, let’s say you flew to an exotic location and the entire country is basically a gun free zone for you. What happens when you need a weapon? […]
A Cascade Experience | La Sportiva Core High GTX
One pound on your feet is five on your back, but sometimes lighter isn’t always better. Find out if La Sportiva bridges the gap between light and stable?
The Heckler & Koch MP7: Compact and lightweight Personal Defense Weapon
The MP7 is extremely compact, lightweight, can be used in very confined spaces, and is practically recoil-free. It can be carried continuously, making it the ideal personal weapon for the soldier of today. Those who carry it will be suitably armed for the broadest range of operations. – Heckler & Koch In 1989, NATO published […]
An Army Ranger’s Preferred Folding Knife | Benchmade Griptilian
Someone asked me the other day what knife I brought with me to Ranger school. I completed Ranger school back in 2012 and with me, I had a Benchmade Griptilian. The criteria of a solid knife in school is pretty limited. First Is it light enough that you would be willing to carry it? This […]
T3 Gear 3-Day Hydration Pack
Truthfully, I always tend to stick to backpacks by The North Face for every day and operational use, but I was given the T3 Gear 3-Day Hydration Pack to try out and now I don’t know if I’ll ever move away from T3’s backpacks. Through 3 maritime operations, it has held its in a league […]
Loadout Room Deal of the Day: Magpul PMAG M2 10 pack!
Dependable and Nearly Indestructible. Store Fully Loaded Without Loss Of Reliability. Magpul PMAG M2’s are rugged combat and competition ready magazines that function flawlessly, even when left fully loaded for extended periods of time. Corrosion-proof, self-lubricating one-piece body of a fiber-reinforced molded polymer has no spot welds or joints to impair the follower, and the […]
5.11 Tactical LV10 13 liter sling bag
The 5.11 LV10 13L is a sling bag with a low profile that will blend into a business office setting or amusement parks. The LV10 has no molle on the outside which gives it a smooth professional appearance. There are a number of pockets for carrying the day’s necessities with plenty of organization. In addition […]
Magpul MOE-EVO Grip for the CZ Scorpion EVO 3
The Magpul MOE-EVO Grip is an optimized drop-in upgrade to the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 family of pistols and carbines. Featuring an enhanced grip angle and Magpul’s proprietary TSP texture on contact surfaces, the MOE-EVO Grip gives users unsurpassed comfort, control, and durability. This lightweight and ergonomic grip builds on the legacy of Magpul’s MOE […]