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Matt Jin Matt Jin is a writer for The Loadout Room and a former U.S. Army infantryman who has served as a radio telephone operator, automatic rifleman, and fire team leader. Matt is a graduate student pursuing his M.A. in communication studies at California State University, Fullerton where he also earned his B.A. in American studies. In his spare time, he practices photography and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He also enjoys traveling, watch collecting, and shooting guns. You can follow his work on Instagram (@U.S.Matt).

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants | The only lightweight pants you need

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants | The only lightweight pants you need

One of my favorite pair of pants for any outdoor adventure is Outdoor Research’s Ferrosi Pants.  Out of all of the lightweight pants on the market, the Ferrosi Pants offers the best combination of comfort, performance, and practicality.  Without further ado, here are the specifications courtesy of Outdoor Research: Fabric: 86% nylon, 14% spandex 90D […]

The GORUCK GR1 Revisited

The GORUCK GR1 Revisited

GORUCK was founded in 2008 by a former Special Forces soldier and their flagship product was the GR1.  Jason McCarthy, the founder and CEO of GORUCK, described the inspiration for the GR1 as a “bag that you could use in Baghdad or New York City, that would be tough enough for Special Forces, but that […]

Sinn 104 Review: The classic pilot watch

Sinn 104 Review: The classic pilot watch

This is my Sinn 104 I St Sa. This wristwatch commemorates a personal achievement of mine, transitioning from my military career to earn my undergraduate degree and getting accepted into graduate school. Although it memorializes a single moment for now, the wear and scratches inherited across a lifetime will embody more stories to tell: this […]

A look at America’s once great watch company: What Makes a Fine Watch Fine (1947)

A look at America’s once great watch company: What Makes a Fine Watch Fine (1947)

The Hamilton Watch Company was once one of America’s greatest watch manufacturers. To give a quick overview of their storied history, the company was founded in 1892 and based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. For almost a century, Hamilton was widely regarded as one of America’s most prestigious watch brands and all of their manufacturing took place stateside. […]

Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V: The perfect watch for duty or adventure

Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V: The perfect watch for duty or adventure

As an infantryman, a wristwatch was a part of our daily uniform. Due to the nature of the job, the watch had to be tough, reliable, and precise. If you were fancy, you might have worn a Suunto, but many of us common folk went with a Casio or G-Shock. These watches not only fit the bill […]

Photo of the day: My summer adventure and my day hike loadout

Photo of the day: My summer adventure and my day hike loadout

I enjoy photography as well as traveling, hiking, and adventuring. Naturally, my hobbies tend to merge. As much as I enjoy the hiking season, I don’t enjoy the hordes of people that come with it. I travel the tourist hotspots during the offseason but tend to limit myself to local secrets during the summer. Immediately after my […]

Streamlight TLR-7: Setting a new standard for pistol lights

Streamlight TLR-7: Setting a new standard for pistol lights

The Streamlight TLR-7 weapon-mounted tactical light was first showcased at SHOT Show 2018 earlier this year and is now the latest addition to Streamlight’s celebrated TLR line. Though each TLR predecessor holds its own, the TLR-7 is by far the boldest of the pack. In fact, it is one of the best tactical lights available […]

Seiko SNK809: Widely considered the best entry-level automatic watch

Seiko SNK809: Widely considered the best entry-level automatic watch

I wore a Casio or G-Shock watch exclusively while I was in the military. I wasn’t alone in that regard, just about everyone with a watch was rocking a Casio. Aside from the bells and whistles they offered, the appeal of these watches was their accuracy, toughness, and affordability. Not to mention they were the […]

Winterial 11-Piece Camping Cookware Set: Cooking comfortably outdoors

It is officially spring which means the hiking and camping season is here. Gear for either activity can get pretty expensive if you’re just starting out, not to mention that there is a myriad of options to choose from. Fittingly, I received the Winterial 11-Piece Camping Cookware Set to review for our readers. After having […]

Watch: A field-expedient method for coupling magazines

Taping magazines together is a practice that dates back to World War II. There are advantages and disadvantages to coupling magazines together. On one hand, it may help speed up reloads, but on the other hand, you’re dealing with a heavier and bulkier weapon. If you choose to do so, an actual magazine coupler would be the preferred […]

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