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The technique of using a bayonet is a somewhat lost art out of military circles, probably for the obvious reason that it’s a bit impractical for civilians. That being said, I’m going to teach you anyway because it’s cool and who knows? There could be some cross relevance to it in relation to close quarters […]
There are several different schools of thought out there for CQB (close quarters battle) tactics. The one thing that will remain constant, provided technology doesn’t find a way around it, is the act of slicing the pie. This is a term used to round corners or objects that obstruct the shooters field of view while […]
It’s tough to argue that you can’t get better performance out of a mid-engine supercar than you can out of America’s favorite front mounted V-8, rear wheel drive set up. I know, I’ve been trying to for months now. The latest iteration of Chevrolet’s banner ride, the Corvette, comes with a number of all-new features […]
I always set the alarm. I didnāt need the alarm, but I still set it because it was tradition. I didnāt need to though, since I was always awake well before it actually went off. Iād sit in my bed, staring at the glowing face of the clock, counting down the seconds. Iād finally leap […]
I may have amassed a decent collection of pistols over the years, but without exception, I keep coming back to my good old Gen 3 Glock 19 for everyday-carry. Like just about every firearm I own, I’ve done a bit of work to it to make it unique, but aside from a few internal doodads, […]
In what is bound to be a controversial decision, the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) is pondering establishing a mandatory keto diet for its maritime operators. The rationale behind the move is that such a diet would make diving operations more efficient and effective. A ketogenic diet is high in fat with a moderate intake of […]
In a world where phone cases are quickly running out of steam and the market is demanding more protection with a smaller profile, itās tough to find the case that doesnāt render your phone a brick. You frequently see a slim iPhone X in the most ungodly of cases from manufacturers like OtterBox and LifeProof. […]
Large creatures under the sea give me the creeps. Grouper startle me, barracuda give me the heebie-jeebies, and sharksā¦well, sharks make masonry bricks come out of my ass. I wish like hell they didnāt scare me; I would have a bad-boy T-shirt printed up that says, āAināt Scared of Sharks.ā I could rotate wearing it […]
I grew up watching John Wayne movies and idolizing his no-holds barred ākick open the saloon doors, knock out the bad guy, and kiss the lady before anyone know what the hell is going onā way of doing things. John Wayne was more than an actor, more than an icon, he was a state of […]
All too often, we tend to associate anger and aggression with masculinity. It’s an excusable mistake, the same hormone cocktail that made me a big, hairy lug also serves as chemical encouragement any time I feel the need to punch my way out of a situation… but if you ask me, a far more appropriate […]