The Vertx EDC Essential bag is a departure from what I have typically used for my go-bag. I often found myself leaving my full-size backpack in my vehicle instead of carrying it with me to places that I’d truthfully be more comfortable having more than just my first-line EDC. While it was an adjustment to […]
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Say goodbye to electronic pistol safes: Titan gun safe review
I had an electronic pistol box for quick access to my primary home defense pistol for almost two years. The day came when the batteries died and I went to grab the 9-volt battery to “jump-start” it. It was at that point I discovered the pistol box was designed to revert to the default factory […]
A story about my Smith & Wesson 38 Special and lessons learned
My Smith & Wesson 38 Special titanium alloy J frame; the gun I pulled on an attempted carjacker years ago. My first handgun was a Glock 19, I sold that and got a Glock 27. Didn’t like that so sold it and got this when I was promoted to manager. I didn’t want to look like […]
The Loadout Room weighs in on home defense firearms
Due to the experience, knowledge of the industry and skill level of the staff at the Loadout Room, we wanted to weigh in on home defense firearms. There are plenty of internet commandos that are quick to either recommend or shit talk certain firearms when it comes to defending your home, your castle. It’s time […]
Watch: Pros and Cons of Hip Carry with Mat Best
Former Army Ranger and YouTube star of MBest11x Mat Best, shares his tips, tricks, and other awesome things. In this episode, Mat Best walks you through the pros and cons of hip carry. Featured image courtesy of Rated Red Youtube channel
The new Surefire Tactician handheld EDC light
Surefire has been developing a new handheld flashlight over the past several months and it just might be the finest handheld light for EDC and gun fighting. I’ve used the Surefire 6P in the past but stopped carrying due to the size. It just was not conducive to everyday carry in my opinion. I haven’t used/carried […]
Crate Club Neck Knife – A Discrete Slasher
Maybe it’s just me, but the tactical world and tactical industry are starting to trend towards discrete and concealed carry. I’m in no way against this, in fact, I rather enjoy it. It’s fascinating to see the industry change and evolve into one that’s more friendly to concealed carry and civilian carry. Crate Club is […]
100 Deadly Skills of the Violent Nomad
Many of us live some fairly ordinary lives. Others live in an arena where hyper-vigilance is an absolute and necessary part of daily life. No matter whether you fit left, right, or in the middle between these two spectrums, knowing skills to get you out a sticky situation can be invaluable. You may live a […]
Hard lessons about home security: Someone tried to burn my house down
I don’t care how tough a guy you fancy yourself, there comes a time in everyone’s day when you let your guard down, take your boots off, and relax. Whether you live in a two-hundred-square-foot apartment or a sprawling manor, it isn’t a home until you’re able to power down all of those concerns you […]
CRKT Heiho Assisted Opening Personal Protection Knife (Updated)
Editors note: One of our loyal readers and owner of a CRKT Heiho knife contacted me the other day offering a quick tip to make the CRKT Heiho a little more usable. Here is what he had to say. “I like it very much but I found it to be “slick” in the hand. I […]