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If you’re like one of the many people who enjoy a great cup of coffee regardless of where you are, then look no further than the Steel Toe french press mug from Planetary Design. This is an absolutely awesome mug that every coffee lover should have. The 20oz mug is durably crafted, featuring a double […]
USS ESSEX, USCENTCOM, AT SEA ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 5, 2015) U.S. Marine Sgt. Joshua Mickles aims at his target with an M45 1911 A1 pistol during a deck shoot aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Mickles is a member of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force. During the shoot, the […]
An elegantly monochromatic grey everyday carry kit of high-end grail pieces. Crafted to be precise workhorse instruments with subdued style. An everyday carry kit is a constantly evolving, ever-changing set of gear that should be customized to the person’s preferences and situational needs. *Courtesy of John Cain (Vinjatek) Click here to read the article on […]
Once and awhile while searching the internet, you come across a really cool product. A product that’s not only made in the USA, but made with repurposed material by an American firefighter. Â Recycled Firefighter, as the name implies, uses anything from decommissioned fire hose, to old nomex clothing and discarded combat boot leather. They produce […]
If you’re like me and aren’t opposed to a little man bling, then you need to peruse the offerings from MTM Special Ops watches. The name says it all, with inspiration from the Special Ops community, these military timepieces feature exotic alloys, carbon fiber and a heavy dose of sex appeal. Last year at Shot […]
USS ESSEX, SOUTH CHINA SEA U.S. Marine Sgt. Sean Bernstein fires at his target with an M1911A pistol during a deck shoot aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2) in the South China Sea, June 12, 2015. Bernstein is a member of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force. The MRF practices both pistol and […]
CAMP PENDLETON, CA, UNITED STATES Marines with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment prepare a Weaponized Multi-Utility Tactical Transport vehicle for a patrol at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 13, 2016. The system is a multifunction force multiplier configured to persist, protect and project the small unit built by the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory. […]
Picked up two pairs of Prometheus Design Werx Raider pants. Can’t say enough about them- super comfy, double knees, doesn’t scream tactical, wide enough cuff for boots and multiple pockets. Inevitably when I post about the gear I use or recommend someone will comment on price in a negative way. These are $130 per pair. […]
“Questions as to what I wear in the winter months training our MIL and LE…..this Crye Precision chest rig fits great over my down jacket and/or shell. If you truly train year around one of these is necessary when temps drop to the low 20s and teens and you’re in it for 12 hours. I […]
I have two EDC loads that I default to: one for going to work, and one when I am out and about with the family. The biggest thing I change is my bag. After years of searching I finally settled on the 5.11 Bail Out Bag. I like the contoured shape of the bag. It […]
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