UNITED STATES A Japanese soldier with the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force lifts up a Mock anti-tank weapon during Dawn Blitz 2017 aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif. Oct 27, 2017. Dawn Blitz is an opportunity for U.S. forces to increase interoperability with partner nations to be prepared for real-world crisis situations. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by […]
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Hillsound Equipment | Armadillo LT Gaiters
Minor inclement weather should never deter your adventuring. Let nature thin out the crowds and enjoy a little more peace of mind. Winter conditions call for additional gear to accommodate for increased hazards, but you can still hit your favorite trails as long as they don’t get too extreme. A piece of equipment that sometimes gets […]
Push pause on tactical: Vortic Watch Company bringing historical American timepieces back to life
It’s okay to own a piece of EDC gear that isn’t tactical. Really, it is. Sure there are some items that don’t have a substitute, but when it comes to a watch I found a company that focuses on bringing a piece of American history back to life in such a way that it fits […]
Watch: Nightlock Barricade | Lockdown your house with this simple barricade
“When a door is kicked in, deadbolts and chains aren’t enough to protect your home. Flimsy door frames and wood trim shatter and splinter when forced. By the time an alarm goes off, it’s already too late. Guard against door kick-ins and break-ins with the NIGHTLOCK door barricade. NIGHTLOCK is real home security for your […]
Loadout Room photo of the day: Battalions of 170th IBCT work as one team
CAMP GRIFFIN, AFGHANISTAN Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jose Cruz, a Bonce, Puerto Rico native, now the armament technician for 170th Infantry Brigade Combat Team with B Company, 24th Brigade Support Battalion, 170th IBCT replaces the compensator on an M4 carbine with a flash suppressor for Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 84th Artillery Regiment, 170th […]
Gerber StrongArm Fixed Blade knife: Classic fixed blade built for brute strength
I have carried a Gerber multi-tool for many years and still do so I was excited to check out their StrongArm fixed blade. I got to test it in the field through a couple of training operations and it withstood everything from opening MREs to some light bushcraft in the form of shelter construction. To […]
Work Sharp Knife and Tool Sharpener, First Impressions
Knife sharpening is an essential skill that is necessary to be considered a true outdoorsman. The Work Sharp Knife and Tool Sharpener is a surprisingly user-friendly platform. Changing the guards to match the style of your blade is done by just pulling the guard off from the top of the machine, and replacing belts is […]
Crye Precision Announces Social Media Presence
Brooklyn, NY – Feb. 12, 2018 – Crye Precision, one of the leading suppliers of uniforms and personal equipment to the military, law enforcement and public safety markets, has officially launched it’s social media presence, to enhance public education and information on the product offerings and lifestyle of the company. Customers and friends can now follow Crye’s updates […]
Watch: AirForce Texan | .45 caliber suppressed and unregulated
Below is a video from Demolition Ranch showing the new suppressed .45 caliber Texan from AirForce. Because this is an air rifle, it’s not considered a firearm by the BATFE. And since it’s not considered a firearm, that integrated suppressor isn’t really a suppressor either. A loophole indeed considering the velocity of the projectiles exiting […]
Loadout Room photo of the day: MARSOC Marine wins Harley Davidson
CAMP LEJEUNE, NC, UNITED STATES Sgt. Edmund Hatch sits on the brand new Harley Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle, July 7, in front of the New River Harley Davidson. Hatch, a combat videographer with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, won the motorcycle by taking first place in the Hesco Bastion Ltd. photo competition. […]