M1 Carbine history: more than the Garand’s little brother
Want to freshen up on M1 Carbine history? Read the colorul life of its designer, “Carbine” Williams, M1 war service, and its influences in popular culture.
Sleeping Bag Options | Here’s What to Look For
What kind of sleeping bag shoud you use for overlanding, hiking, or backpacking? Here’s how to pick the right sleeping bag for your adventures.
Tracer Pack: “Eyes On” The Newest Pack From Blue Force Gear
The Tracer pack is Blue Force Gear’s newest bag in the DAP line of packs; compatible with the Dapper line of accessory pouches. Here is Big Joe’s review.
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MNKF: Kershaw Leek 1660
Most of the swag at SHOT Show consists of stickers, t-shirts, patches, and hats. Sooo many hats. There are exceptions, of course; one standout for the 2017 SHOT was a customized Kershaw Leek 1660 from Q LLC. The 1660 features an incredibly smooth assisted open, which...
Guerrilla Approach High Threat Environment Vehicle Tactics
Guerilla Approach is a training and “strategic advisory firm” helmed by former SOF soldier Aaron Barruga: “emerging threats require emerging solutions.”
The Breakfast Cereal Guide to Life (And Not Being a Dumbass)
Breakfast cereal. It's as American as reality TV, AR accessories, and overpaid athletes. In other countries, they don’t generally partake in it. In Europe, you are more likely to get a scone or croissant than a bowl of Frosted Flakes. Here's my take on real-world...
Talkin’ Strayin! (Aussie Slang, A through D)
Our semi-tamed Australian actually made this guide for us, as most of the time we don't understand WTF he's saying. We're pretty sure "FostersMetricSystemBoomerrangCrocodileCriminalIslandMadMax" is a real word there too. But it's probably the bourbon talking. -Mad Duo...
Eyes On: Irox GTX Mid from LOWA
First Look: Irox GTX Mid from LOWA Joe Neuroth While browsing the plethora of booths at SHIT SHOT Show earlier this year, I stopped by the LOWA booth to say hello and see what sorta wonderful and splendiferous new footwear they might have coming out. I'm in the middle...
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Hands On Like Your Mom | The Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount 2
We’re kicking off our illumination rumination week with a no-bullshit review of the brand new Streamlight The ProTac Rail Mount 2 dedicated rifle light.
Boots on the Ground: The Ongoing Adventures of the Mad Duo
Many people are aware of how awesomely awesome we are, and that the 2 guys who actually run this site are only a foot tall. Many somehow manage to miss that. They don't realize a pair of action figure celebrities direct an entire platoon of wretched minions, execrable...
Sorry. Female Space Marines would attract Space Bears
A couple days ago we posted a link (on Facebook) to an article we thought was funny as hell -- and the response went way beyond what we expected. So, we're going to formally add it to the website today. One, because we think some of you will find it as amusing as we...
The Missing Link: Blood Belongs in the Body
Here's what we need you to do. Use the hashtag #missinglink if you see folks posting pics without medical kits. Use it so they know a critical piece of training and equipment is absent. Don't be a dick about it -- we want 'em prepared, not pissed off. This article was...
The Double Bladed Dagger, Axes, and the Art of Utility
The double bladed dagger, axes, and the art of utility. Axes, & The Art of Utility. Prepare to be educated and informed! DJ Urbanovsky, the knife and axe-maker extraordinaire behind American Kami has had some great successes recently, two more of his knives have...
Enforce This: the ScotteVest Enforcer Jacket
The ScotteVest Enforcer Jacket is a garment purpose built to carry just about every damn thing possible. You can actually wear it instead of a day pack.
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