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Professional Gear Reviews
Does anyone remember the old M1 “Steel Pot” helmets from WWII/Korea/Vietnam? They were a visual representation of the American fighting man, as seen on marketing and recruiting materials the world over and even in the comic strip Beetle Bailey. They were the best and only protection for your head until a Kevlar version became the […]
The Scorpion Pack isn’t just your average hip sack; it’s a beast of a bag that combines comfort with versatile carry options. Its removable waist belt, which stabilizes the 4.5L pack, features 2 rows of M.O.L.L.E. for attaching extra pouches or water bottle holders. When you need a change, simply detach the waist belt and […]
When it comes to stabilizing your shot, nothing beats the reliability and precision of 4StableSticks. For hunters and shooters who demand top performance in the field, 4StableSticks offer unparalleled stability, versatility, and ease of use. Built from the best materials and designed with innovative technology, these shooting sticks are the go-to choice for anyone serious […]
When I started Military Security work, safety glasses were almost non-existent. Later in my Law Enforcement years, they were often of dubious quality compared to today’s standards but the idea of one set that was useful and included lenses to wear indoors and outdoors hadn’t become a “thing” yet. Today, thankfully we have Bolle Safety […]
As a child I remember Herb Phillipson’s Army and Navy store in Utica NY. The tall racks of seemingly endless amounts of gear, uniforms, clothing, firearms, and more created memories that have endured a lifetime. Phillipson’s is gone now but replacing it, at least online, is a store that seems to hold as much wonderful […]
Have you ever seen something in a display case and thought, “WOW, I bet that will cause some SERIOUS destruction”? That was my thought at SHOT SHOW 2024 when I was at the Halfbreed Blades display area and saw the LBA-01, their Large Breaching Axe. It was impressive, the entire line of products they had […]
Technology was EVERYWHERE at SHOT SHOW, you literally couldn’t walk an aisle without seeing at least two examples of it being leveraged to make something better in some way. Vaultek is one example of this in the way it uses technology to create safer and more useable storage solutions that give the buyer more and […]
SHOT SHOW 2024 is in the books now and there are many lessons, ideas and industry trends that are coming so we take a look at a few of them. TRAINING Specifically training using technology which has been making a bigger impact every year. This year is no exception and see’s technology being used to […]
Winkler tomahawk knives are known for their durability and beautiful design, but exactly how good are they?
Let’s keep the record straight once and for all: Flashbangs are produced for military and law enforcement purposes, and civilians are therefore not allowed to own one in the United States without a special license. Too bad because they’re pretty cool with their disorienting effects on enemies— temporary blindness and deafness. What if I tell […]
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