Taken on top of a remote outpost in Kunar, Afghanistan just after a firefight where insurgents attacked our larger COP with recoilless rifles and small arms. My platoon and I returned fire with machine gun fire and Gustav’s as well as provided FSO duties to walk our 120mm Howitzers on target. *Photo was taken in 2012 […]
Nick Betts
Spyderco and Ackerman knives have a baby- It’s not ugly either
As avid of a knife fan as I am, I still feel like I need to justify the purpose and intent of each one I own. Fixed blade knives have a wide range of uses. From skinning a deer, filleting a fish or self-defense; these primitive weapons still find a special place in our heart, […]
Does the Streamlight TLR-2 replace the Veteran X-300?
Dangerous threats come at all hours of the day, and we can’t plan on having enough light in a time of need to be able to drop the son of a bitch intending you and your family harm. I’m a firm believer in having a weapon mounted light nearby for when the sun goes down […]
PDW and Gareth Bull: Custom Miura framelock
When the topic of pocket knives comes up, there is a polarizing difference in how much a man is willing to pay for the small piece of steel that’s about to occupy his pocket. I’ve talked to people that only want to pay a hundred dollars or so, and I’ve seen knives go for three […]
The Solo Jacket by Prometheus Design Werx
Prometheus Design Werx, also called PDW, is no stranger to producing amazing outdoor gear and apparel. Founded by Patrick Ma, the founder of Triple Aught Design, Patrick has a long history designing and producing some of the most highly favored apparel and equipment used by professionals all across the world. Based in San Francisco, PDW […]
Watch: Raw interviews of the Special Operations veterans who participated in the ‘Thrills before Pills’ Big Mountain Heroes Documentary
SOFREP TV’s Kickstarter campaign to fund their “Big Mountain Heroes” documentary is open through the end of April. This project follows five Special Operations veterans on a journey into the outdoors and captures their “thrills not pills” approach to addressing personal challenges from their military service. Leading filmmakers shot the documentary on 4K RED cameras […]