The topic of private gun ownership is often a fraught one, especially in the wake of a mass shooting here in the United States. For that reason, this author has deliberately waited for a lull in such shootings to write this article. We are not currently in the heat of a raging gun control debate, […]
Watch: Kidnappers Most Common Restraint – Defeated!
Abduction is a real threat to everyone, whether you’re a super spy, housewife, student or business person – it can happen anywhere at anytime! The number one restraint used by bad guys across the planet is duct tape. Duct tape is cheap and can be purchased anywhere, globally. If you find yourself all wrapped up […]
Fighting ISIS: A Look at the Handguns of the Kurdish Peshmerga
Basically, there are three handguns that you are most likely to see on a Peshmerga officer’s hip: a Glock 19, a Walther P1/P-38, or an HS. Everybody knows what a Glock is, and the Walther is also a fairly recognizable piece. The HS, though, is unusual. What I find interesting about the HS, besides the […]
Watch: GORUCK GR-2, Travel the world with one ruck
No matter your size, the GORUCK GR-2 travels hard and well and complies with TSA size requirements for carry-on bags. Patterned after Special Forces medical rucks, GR-2 is big, tough, and efficiently stores all your stuff in its 3 compartments and 8 pockets. If you want to travel the world with one bag, it’s a […]
SOFREP TV Field Notes: Running the Tombstones at Shaw Shooting
Training Cell runs the ‘Tombstones’ at Shaw Shooting. This drill tests speed, and accuracy, as members try to shoot the target faster than the opponent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEIkXBkj4Ys&feature=youtu.be Follow SOFREP TV on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest news, photos and training evolutions. Be sure to check out SOFREP TV, bringing you what old fashion cable network’s can’t deliver; authenticity […]
Your personal security: The panic room
Taking care of yourself and your family is a continuous, ongoing process that requires you to constantly assess and reassess your security situation and needs. In other words, one must be constantly thinking about how his or her own security needs are changing, and then one must adapt to the current threat environment. Take, for example, […]
Sig P320 compact pistol with full length slide
The Sig P320 is an amazing pistol in my opinion and that’s all that matters so that’s the end of the review. Just kidding, but we’re going to go in depth on this pistol. The P320 quickly has become my everyday pistol, my fighting pistol and my nightstand pistol. I’m a 1911 guy so I […]
Streamlight TLR-1 HL Long Gun Kit
I have a penchant for Streamlight weapon lights. I have them on my personal guns and my work guns. Streamlight offers a moderately priced, dependable setup that rivals the performance of many more expensive weapon lights. The TLR-1 HL Long gun kit synthesizes a TLR weapon light with an augmented lumen total and a dual-operation […]
Voodoo Tactical 20-0096 Lightweight Plate Carrier
I first heard about Voodoo Tactical about 9 months ago when I was beginning the transition from active duty to a contractor. I had heard very good things from team guys about Voodoo Tactical and decided to give them a chance. After 6 months of rugged wear and tear through everything from salt water, hot […]
Watch: TLR-7 Gun Light and TLR-8 Gun Light with Laser
TLR-7 Gun Light Output/runtime: 500 lumens/1.5 hrs IPX7 rated design; waterproof up to 1 meter for 30 minutes Durable, anodized Machined aluminum construction One handed snap on and tighten interface keeps hands away from muzzle when attaching or detaching Left and right side switches provide ambidextrous Operation TLR-8 Gun Light with Laser Experience the TLR […]