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Tactical Pen Trionym (See What We Did There?)

by David Reeder | Sep 24, 2019 | Gear Curious | EDC Gear

The so-called “tactical pen”, also known as a “self-defense pen” is an EDC tactical implement du jour. Is it really a worthwhile carry, though, and which one’s best?

Ripstop nylon: a fighting fabric

by Stephanie Kimmell | Sep 8, 2019 | Gear Curious | bbc

Ripstop nylon, or "ripstop" as its colloquially known, is a woven fabric that is reinforced to increase the strength-to-weight ratio. Although it is accepted or even expected as a matter-of-course today, it was once much less common. In fact, many readers will...

Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault Pack | Eyes On

by Ryan Houtekamer | Aug 18, 2019 | Gear Curious | Assault Pack, Eyes On, Mystery Ranch Packs, Packs and Bags

The 3 Day Assault Pack BVS from Mystery Ranch is a supremely functional, well designed rucksack purpose built for assaulters. We think it sets the standard.

Night Vision Recorder: the LPMR from Because Operator

by Ryan Houtekamer | Jul 19, 2019 | Gear Curious | Helmet Accessories, night vision, NODs

More than a night vision recorder: Because Operator LPMR. A lightweight, low-profile night vision accessory for your PVS 31 (and others).

5.11 Plate Carrier | TacTec Setup and Review

by Fifty Shades of FDE | Jun 4, 2019 | Gear Curious | Battle Rattle, Body Armor, Plate Carrier

The 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier has been available for a few years now but continues to perform well against newer designs. It’s light, comfy, has an excellent capacity for modularity and is extremely well ventilated.

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Top 19 Flannel Shirts

by Ashley Bunch | Apr 12, 2019 | Gear Curious | Apparel

Tactical flannel being a thing now, we thought we’d start an evolving lineup of our favorite flannel shirt manufacturers and styles.

Industrial Revolution | SHOTRep 2019

by Ryan Houtekamer | Feb 1, 2019 | Gear Curious | Morakniv, SHOT Show 2019, SHOTREP, Stayin' Alive, The Great Outdoors, UCO

It's always a pleasure to deal with the folks at Industrial Revolution. Industrial Rev carries some of the best camping gear and highest quality outdoor equipment around. This year when we rolled by their booth to discover a bunch of things on display from Morakniv,...