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Courtesy of Tactical Life Copper Basin has released a new version of its low-profile Takedown Firearm Backpack that accommodates more firearms. RELATED STORY: Hidden in Plain Sight – 6 Discreet Carry Bags For Your Long Gun A purpose-built, tactical firearm transport case, the Takedown Firearm Backpack sports a quick-access top flap that allows you to quickly […]
Courtesy of Tactical Life Before reading the rest of this article, we’re giving you a chance to win this very Henry 45-70 rifle — enter here! Now, back to the article … The classic .45-70 Government caliber is one of those golden oldies rooted so deep in both lore and utility that it refuses to die, and […]
By Rob Henderson Over the last few years, I’ve used several different bags for every day carry; each with its own unique features, strengths and weaknesses. I’ve carried everything from sling packs, to messenger bags, to full three-day packs and I’ve learned a lot of great lessons in between. Today, I’ll be discussing how my […]
DDR Knives changed the name of its recently-revealed composite blade configuration from ‘Zipper’ to ‘Fusion’ in response to a post on social media by maker Michael Walker. Walker took issue with the similarities between the DDR Knives composite construction and his own Zipper Blade style. The DDR Knives composite pattern debuted on their AOD and […]
Courtesy of Tactical Life Hot on the heels of losing the Army’s XM17 MHS contract to Sig Sauer, Glock has scored a couple of nice wins. Last week, the Philippine National Police announced that it was picking the Glock 17 Gen4 as its new service pistol. Now, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has said it would replace […]
Courtesy of Tactical Life In the wake of yesterday’s shooting in Alexandria, Va. in which House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and four others were wounded by a gunman during a practice for the congressional baseball game, a review of legislation that includes the Hearing Protection Act has been cancelled by a House subcommittee. RELATED STORY: 20 AR […]
The pant pockets. Hand-sized internal pouches in the waist and upper leg area to carry small but important items. Reach in, grab, take out, use, then reverse. It defines convenience and accessibility. But that’s what also makes whatever pocketed item to be vulnerable to accidental loss and damaging drops. Some pants have velcro, button or […]
If the Spyderco forums issued awards to its members, RamZar would be on the shortlist for MVP. This veteran contributor manages to do the impossible and keep on top of the Golden, CO company’s ever-changing release schedule. New additions, delays, sudden drops – somehow RamZar keeps track of it all, making his longstanding thread one of […]
Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Language Lessons: TRACE by David “Norseman” Williams cover photo from the Forensic Outreach Library TERM: Trace ALSO KNOWN AS: ghost trail, vapor trail, gas trail, frost trail, shock wave RELATES TO: Exterior ballistics, spotting and shot placement (calling shots). APPLICATION OF USE: Most handy in an environment when bullet impacts cannot be […]
Courtesy of Tactical Life When some people see the XM42, they immediately think, “WANT!” Others might think or cry out, “Why?!” But those who think that are usually the type who don’t understand why you would need an AR, why you would own more than one gun or why you would want a totally awesome […]
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