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Gun Alternative to Self-Defense: Ultimate Guide to Using Tasers

Self-defense is about knowing how to protect yourself from danger, not about guns and shooting other people. However, the topic of self-defense and guns often comes up together. Do you need a gun for self-defense? Or do you need another kind of weapon? Many online articles deal with this subject regarding gun ownership, concealed carry […]

New Gear: Luminox Military Themed Pilot’s Watches

Watches Developed With the Help of SEALs I have to admit I’ve been a serious Luminox watch fan for a long time. I was fortunate enough to have obtained one of their first models around 1994, and I wore it for the remaining ten years of my military career. Our medical sergeant turned me on […]

Fly Fishing 101 for Veterans

As a veteran, you’ve likely spent a lot of time outdoors. Whether it was training for your job or simply enjoying nature, you know the woods quite well. But do you ever get the itch to head back out there and take on Mother Nature again? If so, you’ll need to plan ahead this time. […]

Get Ready for Winter Fun: The Ski Gear Guide

It’s that time for peak fall colors and snowy winter days are perfect for outdoor activities. So bundle up and get outside for some winter fun! There are so many ways to enjoy the season, from skiing to ice skating. Donning the right outdoor gear is essential for staying comfortable and having fun all day. […]

Praesidus 44 A-11, the 1940s Nostalgia With Modern Craftsmanship

A-11 Type 44: Praesidus’ Most Authentic Re-edition Watch As nostalgic and unforgettable as the 1940s comes the resurgence of the most iconic WW2 watch ever made. An everyday companion of the soldiers in battle, the original A-11 makes a modern comeback in the form of an authentic re-edition—the A-11 Type 44. The number 44 pertains […]

3 Ways To Secure Your Firearms Off-Duty

Officers are not immune to theft; in fact, they are prime targets for firearms acquisition. There have already been numerous reports of off-duty cops being robbed of firearms, some even at gunpoint. Aside from using firearms to commit crimes, criminals obtain them to sell on the black market, where more people with dangerous backgrounds will […]

Russian T-62 tank transported by train. (Source: Glenn J. Mason from London, Britain, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Russian T-62 Tanks: Blessing or a Curse?

Beginning in the late 1930s with the T-34, the Soviet Union produced a string of outstanding tank models. Their most recent was the T-62 Main Battle Tank (MBT). The introduction of the T-62 Main Battle Tank marked the central turning point for the heavy tank class around the globe. The medium tank has become the […]

This Portable Water Filter Will Help You Survive the Wild

Imagine finding yourself in the middle of nowhere, fighting for your life and trying to stay alive. You survived the bombs, outran the enemies, even those mosquitoes trying to suck the life out of you. It was exhausting. You felt a slight itch at the back of your throat, so you reached out for your […]