The Loadout Room

Introducing the New XD-E Pistol from Springfield Armory

There are some tools so basic, you can’t imagine being without them. But even essential tools can be refined and improved. That’s the principle behind the new XD-E™ the best elements of the world-renowned XD® Series, condensed into a weapon so intuitive, comfortable and accurate, you can’t imagine being without it. The low-effort slide practically racks […]

The Best Water Bottles for EDC in 2017

Whether you’re hiking outdoors or on your daily commute, one way to beat the heat is by carrying a water bottle. And not just any disposable bottle—a quality container, built like the rest of the gear in your everyday carry. Depending on your needs, you might want a bottle that’s super light and portable, something […]

Army physical (un)fitness: A system that promotes injury and poor nutrition

Never have I seen so many young adults with musculoskeletal injuries until I joined the United States Army. And I’m not referring to basic training where some injuries are expected; I’m speaking of the active Army. Specifically, the airborne infantry is my point of reference, the part of the Army most of my experience is […]

Automatic Knife Veteran Launches Brno Born Production Label

Automatic knife expert Stan Moizis is entering the production knife market with the launch of a new brand called Brno Born Knives. Named for Moizis’s birthplace in the Czech Republic, Brno Born is Moizis’ first venture into larger-scale production after 40 years of building custom automatics. Brno Born’s first model, called the Dog Leg, has […]

Low-Vis Like You Mean It: Crye LVS

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Low-Vis Like You Mean It: Crye LVS Dave Merrill Usually when I hear the terms “low vis” and “concealable” when it comes to body armor I roll my eyes. Invariably what companies really mean is that if you’re sitting in a dark SUV, away from streetlights, at 2am, while wearing […]

Iconic AL MAR knife designs now from Kershaw

Timeless AL MAR™ KNIVES designs meet Kershaw’s precision manufacturing and meticulous fit and finish to bring you updated versions of some of the most iconic AL MAR™ KNIVES. On the new AM-3 and AM-4, we added SpeedSafe assisted opening and a flipper so one-handed opening is quick and easy. Instead of a back lock, both models feature […]

Buck Introduces Salient Straight Razor into Legacy Collection

Buck Knives just released the Salient, a traditional straight razor rendered in modern materials. The knife is being introduced as part of Buck’s Legacy Collection, a line of ambitious designs produced with a lot of hand work and in limited quantities. Designed by Buck Knives Special Project Manager Caleb Cooper, the Salient represents a growing focus […]

Why Rucking Is Becoming More Popular with the Civilian Populace

Special Operations Forces are all the rage these days, from the recent films of “Lone Survivor” and “Zero Dark Thirty” in which Navy SEALs are the protagonists as well as “Black Hawk Down” where the Delta Force operators are, America can’t get enough. So, if you aren’t going to enlist in the Armed Forces and […]

Smith & Wesson Now Shipping New M&P15X, M&P15T Rifles

Courtesy of Tactical Life Smith & Wesson is officially shipping out the latest additions to its M&P AR rifle family, the M&P15X and M&P15T. Both rifles retain the look and operating features of the M&P rifle line, but with the added versatility of the Magpul M-LOK system. RELATED STORY: M&P Performance – 6 Do-It-All Smith & Wesson M&P […]

MNKF: Big Assed Folding Knives

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Big Folding Knives Patrick Vuong Our EDC gear tends to be as compact and discreet as possible. But every once in a while, we like to get our gigantism on. Whether it’s an iPhone 7 Plus in your pants or a Ford Super Duty in the garage, having big powerful […]