Man has always marveled at the terrifying and destructive nature of thunder and lightning. In Norse mythology, it is produced using Mjolnir, the hammer of Thor, the god of thunder. The Greeks believed that lightning bolts were thrown down by Zeus from Mount Olympus. In more modern times there was the belief that lightning doesn’t […]
Firearms
Hybrid Weapons Of History That Didn’t Work So Well
Let’s face it, from the very beginning that the cavemen sharpened stones and turned them into spears and arrows between 4,000 and 3,300 BC, we’ve come so far. When the Industrial Revolution from the mid-18th century entered, weapon designs and engineering were no longer just sticks and stones but rather more on advanced, sometimes-too-complicated, never-before-seen […]
Which Nike Combat Boots Should You Get?: Nike SFB Gen 2 vs. Nike SFB Field 2
Nike makes quality combat boots, but which one should you get? Let’s compare two of their most popular boots.
The Grenade: Hollywood’s Most Misused Weapon in War Movies
One of the war or action movies’ staples is the hand grenade. You know how when the main character would pull out the grenade pin with his teeth, yank it to the enemy position, and wait for that fireball explosion. Bonus if he walks away without looking back as the flames engulf everything behind his […]
A Wallet Gun Review: A Look At the LifeCard
The LifeCard is a credit card-sized wallet gun that fits in your pocket. Here, we’ll have a look at the pros and cons.
EDC 101: What EDC Means and 4 EDC Gear to Have
EDC is all about functionality, practicality, and preparedness. Here’s the basics of what you need to know about EDC.
Lee-Enfield Rifle: Trusted by the Canadian Rangers Since 1940s
There have been tons and tons of guns that have been created and developed throughout history, and their improvements, along with our technological advances, are truly impressive. In terms of choosing which one to use, many factors could be considered, such as purpose, price, weight, reliability, and accuracy, among others. While it’s easy to assume […]
Fit or Flop?: A Review of the WOOBIES Men’s Mod-1 Canvas Shoe
These Woobies shoes may look like regular Chucks, but they’re super durable shoes that can take a beating.
Get To Know the Small Arms of the Ukrainian Army: Part Two
In part one of this series, we looked mainly at the venerable AK family of weapons carried by troops of the Ukrainian armed forces. Today, we’ll look at a few other weapons carried and employed by the Ukrainians, but in smaller numbers than the Kalashnikov. Fort-221 Carbine The Fort-221 carbine is a straight-up license-built copy […]
Infantry Weapons That Stood the Test of Time
Quality is an investment in the future, and that very well applies to the weapons that the troops used throughout history. The development of weapons dramatically changed the course of warfare in the 20th century due to the combined lessons of the past and the technological advancements that continue to develop. Even when produced long […]