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Basics of Survival Knives

Basics of Survival Knives

I see a lot of people spending a lot of money on features they either don’t need or that don’t make sense when it comes to survival knives. There are quite a few survival knife manufacturers out there. In the following video, take some time to touch on some of the survival knives that I have used or seen used in hard […]

Put a ring on it: The benefits and detriments of ringed knives

Knives are excellent backup weapons if you’re carrying a pistol. They also make good primary weapons for an everyday carry if you are unable to carry a pistol. Often when traveling abroad, I have found it exponentially easier to obtain a good knife than a reliable (or affordable) pistol. They are usually cheaper and easier […]

A night out with the Microtech SOCOM auto folder

Opinion: A night out with the Microtech SOCOM auto folder

I remember saving up to buy this beautiful $350 Microtech SOCOM Elite automatic/switchblade back around 2001-2002. One night I was waiting for a friend to meet me in his parking lot at his apt building, super sketchy neighborhood. I saw a crazy looking dude walking through the parking lot, so I pulled it out and had it […]

Randall Made Knives Model 15 Airman

Randall Made Knives Model 15 Airman

Back in the day when you wanted a hardcore knife for field use there was only one place to look, Randall Made Knives. Founded by Bo Randall who made his first knife in 1937 and founded the company in 1938 in Orlando Florida, Randall knives have been the go-to knife or soldiers, sailors, Marines, huntsman, […]

James Williams talks edged weapons

James Williams talks edged weapons

Edged Weapons. There is a ton of content on the internet regarding the use of edged weapons and the many different designs of edged weapons. So much so that those that are not as knowledgeable are taking what amateurs are saying as gospel. I’m not saying I’m an expert, but I have a few guys in […]

Photo of the day: Morakniv Tactical

Photo of the day: Morakniv Tactical

As elite Special Operation shock troops, the US Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment is constantly on (or behind) the front line of battle. Their gear is required to be as tough as the men themselves. After leaving the service having finished my 5th deployment, I still hold my equipment to the same high standard: as if […]

Photo of the day: Spartan Blades CQB tool, not just for CQB

Photo of the day: Spartan Blades CQB tool, not just for CQB

Spartan Blades CQB tool. Real world tests on blades are a challenge when that blade has one primary purpose: to push through flesh quickly, again and again. To test the edge as well as the CQB tool’s durability, I took it out commercial fishing in Alaska. For 30 straight days, I used it in an […]

ESEE-3 MIL Fixed Blade: Practical and fully capable

ESEE-3 MIL Fixed Blade: Practical and fully capable

ESEE knives are popular amongst Loadout Room writers. From the SERE instructor to our editor, ESEE knives receive a lot of praise and for a good reason. I have owned an ESEE 6 for years, but I only recently got my hands on the ESEE-3 MIL, and it certainly does not disappoint. The ESEE-3 MIL may be the smallest out of […]

Toor Knives Raider: Designed to be the perfect belt utility blade

Toor Knives Raider: Designed to be the perfect belt utility blade

I love thick knives. They survive the rigors of the field better than the thinner blades I’ve seen in many “survival” and “utility” knives. I use my knives quite a bit. At a minimum, they are doing 1-2 weeks in the field per month building fires and gutting animals. I’ve seen many knives break in my […]

Arc’teryx Skyline Long Sleeve Shirt

Arc’teryx Skyline Long Sleeve Shirt: Button down in a lightweight, wrinkle-resistant performance fabric

Arc’teryx apparel can be found in some military units, and exclusively seen on the new History TV show Six, but how about using it in your civilian life without being too tactical? You may have read a few of my previous posts in continuing to acquire and test low-visibility clothing that makes carrying a concealed […]

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