Having owned and reviewed several knives from Zero Tolerance over the years, I kinda know what to expect with new releases. However, while at SHOT Show, I was drawn to a tiny knife from Zero Tolerance that I didn’t expect. The other knives I’ve reviewed have all been quite hefty like the 0350, 0850CF and […]
Gear Reviews
Photo of the day: Staying in touch via satellite with Spot X 2-way messenger
When traveling outside of the country or exploring remote areas, 2 way communication is vital. There are more areas on this planet without cell service than you may think. So that shiny iPhone in your pocket can quickly become useless without a signal. I often kayak in the Great Lakes and find myself out of […]
Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX: One year update
I have worn these Merrells Moab 2 Mids on various terrain and in various conditions for 0ver a year now. They fit just as comfortable now as they first did fresh out of the box. These boots have performed exceptionally well and continue to do so regardless of whether I find myself trekking through mud, sand, or […]
James Williams talks edged weapons
Edged Weapons. There is a ton of content on the internet regarding the use of edged weapons and the many different designs of edged weapons. So much so that those that are not as knowledgeable are taking what amateurs are saying as gospel. I’m not saying I’m an expert, but I have a few guys in […]
Gerber Mini Pry Bar: A Breacher’s Sidekick
I am lead breacher on my SWAT team and am always looking for little hand tools that can be easily carried on our kits. There have been many times I left my ram at the door, only to find there were other breach points throughout the objective. I need look no further than the Gerber Mini […]
Magpul Daka pouch is now part of my medical loadout
It seems like I’m never done ‘dialing in’ my gear. I’m always looking for better-streamlined ways of setting up my gear so that I can access it quickly when needed. Most importantly my medical gear. When it comes to medical emergencies, seconds count when first responders are minutes away. That’s why we, the capable citizens, […]
Photo of the day: Tequila tasting inside a cave
The tour of the various processes was coming to a close so we were invited to the obligatory tasting (My favorite part). But what I didn’t know was just how awesome of a bar they have. Carved into the pre-existing stone, we were told to follow the dim lights leading into a cool and humid […]
Kid finds hatchet belonging to fallen SEAL Team 6 operator killed in Yemen
Andrew Moore, a 13-year-old from Houston, Texas, sold a hatchet replica of an ax belonging to Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator William Ryan Owens, a SEAL Team 6 operator who was killed during a High-Value Target (HVT) operation in Yemen in 2017. Moore had won the hatchet during a biker rally event that was organized in support […]
5.11 Aurora Shell Jacket | Elemental protection
The annual SHOT Show is usually populated by booths showing more of the same, “A little newer, lighter and more expensive” was my answer when questioned what the theme this year was. 5.11 Tactical, however, dropped a lot of new products. I was invited to their Las Vegas retail store for a media meet-and-greet and was […]
Hex Wet/Dry Surf Backpack: An all weather solution to a daypack
I use a backpack of some sort almost every day. Whether it be packing up to go to work, a road trip, air travel, or military purposes. The Hex wet/dry pack is one of the more unique and quality bags I’ve encountered.  The features of this bag are endless. For starters, it is a sleek […]