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Pro-Tech Knives recently debuted the Calmigo, the latest in their lineup of sub-2” automatic knives. The new California-legal automatic includes several new features. Unlike most new knives that companies are showing off at this time of year, the Calmigo is expected to be available to purchase before the end of the calendar year. Pro-Tech bills the […]
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) Bushmaster has unveiled its new modern sporting rifle, the Minimalist-SD. Chambered in 5.56mm NATO and 300 AAC Blackout, the Bushmaster Minimalist-SD boasts an average overall weight of six pounds, an FNC treated 16-inch barrel, a Mission First Tactical stock, grip and magazine, and much more. MSRP is $1,169. See below for a […]
The new hardcased black MacV Tool is an easy-to-carry multi-tool convenient enough to fit on your keychain or lanyard. This handy new product designed by SOG Knives is good for countless uses like tightening a nut or touching up a blade on the go. RELATED STORY: SOG Introduces New Fixed Blade Gambit Knife RELATED STORY: 11 Bug-Out Bag […]
Whether you’re planning a camping trip or an expedition to the Amazon Jungle, success is all about preparation. The jobs we ask our blades to do outdoors can really punish an edge. When you’re in a remote area, effective abrasives won’t be available and yet you’re going to need a sharp knife to be productive. The […]
(Originally published on Tactical Life) Meopta has announced that its 30mm ZD 6-24×56 RD riflescope for sniper rifles is now available with resettable 1/10 milliradian (MIL) windage and elevation turrets. Both this model and the earlier variant with ¼ MOA turrets feature the illuminated MilDot II reticle. More in the press release below. RELATED STORY: On Target – 10 […]
The Ultimate Escape Pod I obsessed over “escape pods” as a kid. Inspired by Star Wars, Star Trek and Batman, every Lego spaceship required a mini craft that could detach and sail away when the main craft, inevitably, faced destruction. Not that prepping for a bug-out is anything like a childhood Lego project. (Well. Okay. […]
Böker is bringing the Applegate-Fairbairn Smatchet 2.1 into full production as an ongoing addition to their Premium line. Before the announcement, buyers had to scour the secondary market for the 2.1’s predecessor, the limited edition Smatchet 2.0. 199 pieces produced in the company’s Solingen, Germany facility were quickly snapped up and failed to satisfy all the demand. “We wanted […]
If you are an instructor or serious shooter you absolutely need a laser training pistol. There are varieties out there and they are a fantastic tool to help beginners and exponentially increase the value of dry firing for the experienced shooter. Laser Ammo graciously sent me their Advanced Training Laser Pistol (ATLP). I was lucky […]
(Originally published on Tactical Life) The AR is one of the easiest rifles to customize, and there are literally tons of aftermarket parts to choose from. Even though an AR is inherently an accurate weapon, there a few tweaks you can make to transform the rifle from a really good weapon to a really fantastic […]
If you’ve ever looked online for quality over-under and especially Italian made, you will quickly realize the price tag is far beyond what most people would consider investing. If you’re looking for an over-under that won’t break the bank and one that I would consider a best-value, then check out the recently imported Bettinsoli Delux […]
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