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Folding knives are like small guns, they’re a compromise. A compromise many of us make because it makes sense. A folding knife is easy to carry and you get a decent length of blade. Unfortunately, the folding action is the compromise. A folding knife relies on a locking system and, of course, you have to […]
(Article originally published on Breach Bang Clear) Review: Gerber Downrange Tomahawk RJ Radachy After a week on a creek in the middle of the White Mountains of Arizona with Fred Osuna at Greenside Training, I was tasked with finding a couple of vehicle-based mounting solutions for a Gerber Downrange Tomahawk. I’m up for the task, […]
If you’re a knife enthusiast like me, then you will definitely want to check out the Aorta Kukri combat knife which is designed and created by Ret. Navy SEAL Clint Emerson. This is an incredible knife that not only feels good in the hands but will also give you the confidence you need whether you […]
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 […]
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