self defense

Slysteel Skeletek Dagger Lets Users Pick Their Grip

Slysteel is preparing to roll out the Skeletek Dagger, the latest addition to their line of fixed blades. Living up to its name, the knife’s laddered skeletonization gives users more options for paracord wrapping, so they can end up with the handle shape and thickness they want. It’s the first knife out of the Slysteel […]

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 […]

Schrade Fixed Karambit | Quick Look

I just recently first heard of the Schrade Fixed Karambit blade while watching a video on SOFREPs Facebook page. Kurt T. was covering his everyday carry when working abroad. I know when I have traveled both overseas and within the US I typically shy away from carrying anything too expensive. I always like to have […]

Reaper Tips: Get Off the X

I am a firm believer in muscle memory. When or if you find yourself on a two-way gun range, you’ll find that your training and muscle memory will take over and things will just seem to happen without much thought behind it. Let’s talk about getting off the X. One of the downsides of training on many public […]

Damage Control: EDC AR Pistols & Gear for Treacherous Times

(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) “Daddy, I’m scared.” Your heart jumps at the words on your phone. Your 22-year-old daughter volunteers at an inner-city mission church. The surrounding neighborhood has suddenly been transformed into a war zone by protesters ignited by another police shooting and accelerated by politicians bearing agendas. She is safe in the […]

SOG Gambit | Concealable Personal Protection Weapon

One of the top items to have on your person for personal protection is a knife. Whether that is a folding knife or fixed blade, carry one. After some training and trial & error I personally prefer to carry a concealable fixed blade. The SOG Gambit is first and foremost a fixed blade. The blade […]

Always Consider Yourself a Student First

“I have always considered myself a student first. There are a few people who have had a profound influence on the way I have developed my own expression. I have been focusing on a very specific methodology recently. Very specific skill set with a very unorthodox approach. It has been an interesting experience for me […]

Self Awareness, Self Defense: The Role of Mindset in CCW

While we’re a community devoted to the self-defense aspects of concealed carry, let’s not forget one thing: shooting is fun. Even training for self-defense or tactical shooting can be enjoyable: a day at the range getting some exercise and honing your skills is a good thing, and watching yourself improve can be a source of […]

Self Defense in Disney World – How to Stay Safe in the Happiest Place on Earth

It’s hard to overstate Disney’s role in American life. President Johnson praised Uncle Walt for creating “an American myth.” I would imagine that just now most of us have seen the new Star Wars movie—produced under Disney’s auspices. The Mouse looms large in our culture, and with good reason. A staggering 132.5 million folks visit Disney […]

High-Tech Self-Defense Products From Crimson Trace

Wireless technology is not something one typically thinks of when it comes to weapons. Crimson Trace, however, wants operators and home defenders to think and work outside of the box, so to speak. The LiNQ system is a combination aiming laser and tactical light that’s similar to the company’s Rail Master Pro series but specifically […]