Since we are a hardware driven culture (despite the fact that we should be focused on the software first), I’ve decided to do a quick post showing the contents of my backpack here in Puerto Rico. This is the bare essentials and doesn’t include what’s on my person or in my pockets. The bag is […]
Protection
Galloway Precision appendix carry and compact holster review with the Sig Sauer P320
The Kydex holster market is fairly crowded and I am regularly searching for new features and better value in my holster options. Generally, the perfect holster comes down to personal preferences such as fit and flexibility, clips and mounting options, and possibly most importantly – cost. I have found that those carrying pistols with a […]
The Hatch Patrolman – Discrete Duty Gloves
Duty gloves are like any other piece of protective gear. There is no perfect size, weight, or protection level. It’s all mission dependent. The gloves a soldier needs is different than the gloves a police officer needs. Hatch Patrolman gloves aren’t the right choice for everyone, but if you need a lightweight pair of gloves […]
A simple mental exercise that increases your chances of surviving a gunfight
For a defensive minded person, potential threats to the well-being of you and your family are always near the forefront of your mind. Whether you’re walking down a dimly lit New York City alleyway or trudging up the steep and well-worn mountain path behind your wooded home, there are dangers to consider and mitigate if […]
Small design, big performance: SureFire Sidekick LED Flashlight
Flashlights are a common every-day-carry item, but honestly, they’re left at home in a lot of cases to make way for other items. Having a light in certain situations can be critical to one’s safety and convenience. With the introduction of SureFire’s Sidekick LED flashlight, there is no excuse to be without a light anymore. […]
How slowing down can help you win a fight for your life
Out here in the regular world, where law enforcement is just a phone call away and most bars have bouncers employed specifically to break up fights, fist fights tend to be pretty short. A few punches thrown, maybe some poorly executed wrestling, and unless you’re on your way to become an internet celebrity on WorldStar, […]
Rand CLP | Does it really cut cleaning time in half?
My lubricants need to do several things in the following order of importance; not give me cancer, keep my weapon running, and protect my weapon. My test platform is always my MK18, since it is brutal on any lubricant. The heat tends to vaporize most lubes and if they survive the heat they rarely survive […]
Suppressor Covers | Handle the Heat
If you’ve done any precision shooting through magnified optics, you’re probably aware of the effect mirage has on your visibility. The shimmering heat waves reduce optical clarity and can be a big distraction. This problem is compounded when shooting suppressed as the can is one big fire-trap. In a similar fashion, if you’ve spent much […]
Team Wendy EPIC helmet liner | Keeping your most precious cargo safe
Team Wendy EPIC helmet liner: Custom comfort and protection As so many soldiers who took part in the War on Terror know, one of the biggest source of injury is head trauma resulting from being thrown up and down in a vehicle during a mine blast. Add to that hours of foot patrols with helmets […]
Hard Head Veterans ATE Helmet
My initial impression of the Hard Head Veterans ATE Helmet This helmet is the ATE, made by Hard Head Veterans of Colorado. The ATE provides level IIIA ballistic protection and is NIJ certified by National Technical Systems. My experience with ballistic brain buckets started in 2000 with the venerable PASGT. If you’ve worn one, you […]