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Our readers know that The Loadout Room writers are big fans of SOG Specialty Knives & Tools. We’re constantly using their knives, tomahawks and multi-tools in the field and reviewing their products. Many of us have carried their equipment while serving in the military as well. I was one of the few that had not. […]
For the amount of time I spend emptying my wallet on gear, ammo, and all manner of problem solvers, you’d think my collection of knives would be on par with the rest. Unfortunately, that’s just not the case. I enjoy a great blade as much as the next guy, but over time I have learned […]
The Grayman Mega Pounder 9 is a behemoth of a knife with a blade length over 9”, 15” long and weighing 23 oz. The Mega Pounder 9 is designed to be a wood processor, improvised breaching tool, and if needed a formidable close quarters weapon. Made from a full 1/4” thick 1095 High Carbon steel […]
Minuteman Watch Co. is proud to announce their first collaboration with Southern Grind on an American made knife. The American brand Minuteman Watch Co. has just announced that they have joined forces with Zac Brown’s Southern Grind to offer a special version of the Southern Grind Spider Monkey. Minuteman has started to except pre-orders on […]
(Article courtesy of Breach Bang Clear) Monday Night Knife Fights: Keen Insight I – Folding Knives For Fun and Fighting by Jake “Slim” Call and Richard Kilgore 1. Jake Hoback Knives MK ULtra Second Run This isn’t so much a new product announcement as it is a, “Hey dude, do you want ’em to do […]
The modern IFAK is a must have for police and military members. However, there are dozens of civilian applications for the platform as well. Anyone who likes adventuring, from rock climbing to hunting, an IFAK can be handy. Let’s not forget the average, everyday citizen who simply likes being prepared. Having an IFAK is the […]
If you’ve served in the US military or have spent significant time hiking trails across North America, I’d bet dollars to doughnuts you have at least a passing familiarity with Danner footwear. While in 2nd Ranger Battalion out of Ft. Lewis, I was issued a set of Danners (the Acadia I believe) as my cold […]
After an enterprising 2016 that saw the introduction of the award winning Garberg, the Kansbol, and Eldris, Mora is taking a less ambitious approach to 2017. The company’s new for 2017 model will be the Rookie, a knife intended to maximize safety for children using knives for the first time. Mora is targeting parts of the world with negative perceptions of […]
Half Face Blades is a small shop run by former Navy SEAL Andy Arrabito. His bladesmith skills and attention to detail are a step above many other knife shops. He also builds custom orders for active SEAL Teams and in return gets real-world input for his many designs. We have previously reviewed the Crow Scout […]
Hogue has announced the release of the EX-T01 tomahawk. Designed by renowned custom knifemaker Allen Elishewitz, the EX-T01 is suitable for both tactical and sporting applications. It’s built from .25” S7 tool steel that has been cryogenically heat treated to 54-56 RC, and the blade boasts a black Cerakote finish. RELATED STORY: Blades of Glory – 8 Fixed Blades […]
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