When it comes to Plate Carries (PCs) for me there are two options; low profile for speed flexibility and light Load-Outs or the other option is Protection. They tend to heavier but also you can get more gear on but you will lose some movement but that choice is you Speed vs Protection. In the […]
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PRODUCT REVIEW: OSCAR DELTA HOLSTER FROM SQUARED AWAY HOLSTERS
Article originally published on Spotter Up by Steve Rabinovich When testing the Rock Island Armory 1911 I found a classic holster to go with it. While shoulder holsters may be cool for Hunter and Kojak, I thought a more modern approach. Mark from Squared Away Customs made an offer impossible to resist, and built us a […]
BLACKHAWK BLOCK GO BAG | First Impressions
BLACK HAWK has been around for many years supplying gear for operators, hunters, and outdoorsman. It would seem that variations of travel bags are exhausted, but these guys have made it a habit of making the right bag for your needs. Lets take a look at the BLOCK GO BAG, and my first impressions. It […]
Tactical Tailor Concealed Carry Sling Bag | First Look
Tactical Tailor is a fine purveyor of tactical gear. Easily one of the best companies for ammo pouches, vests, and of course packs. I previously reviewed the Tactical Tailor active shooter bag and found it to be a well-made piece of gear. I have high hopes for their concealed carry sling bag. The concealed carry sling […]
BUGGING-OUT: ULTRA-LIGHT
The Ultimate Escape Pod I obsessed over “escape pods” as a kid. Inspired by Star Wars, Star Trek and Batman, every Lego spaceship required a mini craft that could detach and sail away when the main craft, inevitably, faced destruction. Not that prepping for a bug-out is anything like a childhood Lego project. (Well. Okay. […]
Red Rock Defender Final Review
Red Rock Outdoor Gear makes a number of different packs and bags that are genuinely well priced and well-built. I did a first look some time ago on Red Rock Defender pack and have been using it as a basic everyday carry bag. It hasn’t been stressed too much, but it has proven to be quite […]
Mohawk Mk2: TNVC’s New Helmet Accessory System
(Originally published on Tactical Life) California-based TNVC has released the Mohawk Mk2, a counterweight/storage system for combat helmets. Building on the Mk1, the Mohawk Mk2 — which helps you store critical gear and attaches to any ballistic or bump helmet with Velcro — is meant for operators running an NVG system with a remote battery pack. This […]
Vortex Viper and Diamondback Binoculars
If you’re a military observer, hunter, or sightseer, there is one product that should always be in your toolbox. A set of dependable binoculars. One of my favorite brands of binoculars on the market is the Vortex line. Within the Vortex line, the Viper and Diamondback are at the top of my list for quality, […]
The Claymore Bag By Combat Flip Flops
If you’ve ever had the pure pleasure of setting off a Claymore mine you are familiar with the M7 bandoliers. The M7 bandoliers is designed to carry the mighty anti-personnel mine until it’s used. Even if you’ve only ever trained with a blue body Claymore you’ve seen the Claymore bag. The bag being the M7 […]
Top 5 Holiday Gift Ideas for Prepardness
It’s going to be December soon, a few short weeks before we celebrate the Christmas holiday, and the retailers are in full swing—offering endless “special” deals. Since you’re going to be bombarded with emails from those retailers anyway, you might as well keep an eye out for these awesome can’t-miss gifts for the prepper in your life. Or […]