I like gadgets but detest gimmicks. Sometimes the two are difficult to distinguish. Some might call the Trakline Gun Belt a gadget, that’s fine, but I’d argue with anyone who called it a gimmick. A leather belt without holes is certainly unusual but I’ve taken the necessary time to be sure the product works. This […]
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SOG Ultra C-Ti Folding Knife | Review
For those that carry a pocket knife and a money clip in their EDC, the new SOG Ultra C-Ti could be just what you need to serve both requirements. SOG has been a long time favorite of mine owning several of their products. From backpacks to tomahawks to folding and fixed blade knives and a multi […]
Southern Grind Custom Bad Monkey | A serious utility sized knife
Be forewarned this knife is not an EDC blade, but a serious tool to have in your gear. The Southern Grind Custom was built with a drop point black PVD blade and a custom Jade Ghost Green Handle. These knives are made by Zac Brown (Yep, that’s Zac Brown; the Country singer) and are made in […]
An Every Day Carry Rock Star: The Every Day Tactical Belt from High Threat Concealment
The Every Day Tactical Belt from High Threat Concealment is a rock star in my book! Temporary Hesitation I’ve used my belt from HTC for several months now, and I’m happy to report that it’s holding up really well. Initially, there was some concern due to the belt’s lighter weight construction (which is purpose-built), but […]
Thoughts on the ATF White Paper
By now many of you have seen the “leaked” ATF white paper proposal from 20 January 2017 making the ideas discussed current news. For those who haven’t seen the document, you can follow the link from our friends at TFB HERE. What follows here is a point by point synopsis and my own thoughts. For […]
Vertx Professional Rifle Garment Bag | Review
One of the benefits of writing for The Loadout Room is the ability to test and review some of the industry’s newest and cutting edge products. Vertx has provided me with an interesting piece of kit that will appeal to the CIA, Executive Security, James Bond types. Designed for situations requiring the need to pack […]
Minuteman Watches | The Jester Watch
Two things that come to mind when I think of Manly everyday carry items is the folding knife and the watch. We have reviewed several higher end knives that would fall into this category. Today we are going to take a look at a quality timepiece that falls into that same category. When I received […]
SHOT Show 2017 | A Writer’s Highlights
Well, SHOT show 2017 is in the books and as I could tell, a major success. Range day was a blast (pun intended) and afforded a huge number of firearms and ammunition manufacturers the opportunity to have clients, distributors and the media put hands on the products they want to get out the door. The […]
TRAINING BARRELS – A HIGHLY VALUABLE TRAINING AID
IMO, one of the best forms of training is what we do off of the range – weapons manipulation drills and especially dry fire drills. However, I am always hesitant to perform these drills due to the inherent risk of a safety issue or worse, a negligent discharge. I am confident in my safety procedures […]
Long Range Shooting Loadout
by Erik Meisner In 2016, I embarked on a mission to learn the trade of long-range shooting. Along the way I’ve written articles covering some of the equipment individually. I also wrote about my experiences while training. What I neglected to do is put together a long range shooting loadout. This article will include the […]
