This is the “Cadillac” of multi-tools. The Charge TTi is the best money can buy and it does cost a lot of money, but it’s worth every damn penny. Leatherman, or specifically its founder and CEO, Timothy S. Leatherman, is the father of the multi-tool. Starting with his very first one, The Pocket Survival Tool. […]
Gear Reviews
Petzl TACTIKKA CORE Headlamp
Separating this headlamp from the already prolific Ultra-compact Tactikka line is the new CORE rechargeable battery pack. Packing enough juice to emit up to 350 lumens, the new headlamp has a clear leg-up on the competition. Petzl has been a major innovator since Ferdinand Petzlln (Petzl) discovered the world of caving at the age of 17. In the […]
Crye Precision Airframe Ballistic Helmet | The Helmet to Keep your Head Cool
Editors note: This review is based on the author’s operational experience in the military. Certain points may be biased because of this, but is in no way speaking down on Crye Precision. Official specs and video from Crye Precision have been added at the end of this article for your information. We stood in the […]
SOG Quake Folding Knife | Review
Plowing through a sea of folding knives there lies great difficulty in finding new innovative designs. After all, several manufacturers have been creating reliable, well designed assisted-opening knives for years. And what’s not broken, needs not fixing, right? Well, SOG decided to look into new mechanisms and methods for opening an assisted knife and gave […]
Watch: Executive Protection Tools of the Trade
Watch as the owner of ZERT who is a licensed executive protection agent, goes over his loadout when on a detail. Not only is the gear he covers for an executive protection detail, but it can also be modified to be used to protect your family. With all the threats we face in society today […]
The Deadliest Neck Knife | DMAX Karambit
For those familiar with the Kali arts know just how deadly and effective a karambit is. Majority of karambit’s on the market are folding karambits. Recently I reviewed the Emerson Super Karambit and have carried it most days since. The lethality it has is absolutely insane. Just the look of a karambit blade will be […]
Hults Bruk Hatchet | Review
Woodsman hatchets have grown in popularity in recent years, driven in part by a strong word of mouth and endorsements by proven and reputable survival & bushcraft instructors. This has helped woodsman hatchets become top sellers for major axe companies. Why have these become so popular? Simple – portability and versatility. A woodsman hatchet is small enough to be used as a one-handed […]
Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Boots
Selecting the proper footwear for your environment is often taken for granted. Far too often people will select an inappropriate style of footwear for their needs, choosing style and brand name over functionality for their environment. Buyers need to educate themselves against marketing ploys and gimmicks so that they can find footwear that will correctly […]
Granite Gear Jackfish: The Commuter and Campus Pack
Whether out of the military or still in, don’t be that guy rocking an assault pack to the gym, classroom, or office. Instead, take a look at the Granite Gear Jackfish Commuter and Campus Pack.
U.S. Mountain Field Jacket | Cockpit USA
There is an undeniable sense of enthusiasm when I get a new piece of gear and try it on for the first time. Gear has that special power, it’s not just an article of clothing, a bag, equipment, or accessory. Instead it is a purpose driven piece of gear to assist me in my love […]