Flint and Punkwood: A Colonial Fire Starting Technique
Fire starting dates back to the art of rubbing two sticks together, but it works best under opportune conditions. Flint and steel were common in the...
The 5.7 as a Light Rifle
The light rifle concept dates back to World War II, but the search for the ideal platform to put it into practice continues. Mindful of the German...
PLATY Pocket Organizer Review
Keeping things organized is not an easy task when you only have so much space. That’s where the PLATY Pocket Organizer comes in.
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Blood Type and NKA Patches: Worthwhile or “Tacticool”?
Blood-type and NKA patches are popular in some circles, but are they useful for real life? Here’s what we think, and why.
The Colt Official Police Revolver: The Archetypical Police Six Shooter
The Colt Official Police is a symbol of an era. This humble large framed .38 Special revolver was made from 1908 to 1969, but in that span, it ruled the American handgun market with a few notable rivals. It dates from a time where cops, citizens, and even military...
The Light Rifle AR-15 Build – Make It Long
The Light Rifle AR-15 build was a passion project. Here’s how I built this full-sized rifle with parts from Aero Precision, Magpul, Athlon, and Streamlight.
Short Stroke Piston vs Long Stroke
Long and short are often used to describe firearms technology. The most critical items are gas pistons and actions.
The PSA AR15A4 And Trijicon ACOG: Roaring Retro!
All was well in my world until my pal, Jason, picked up a 20-inch barreled PSA AR15A4 from Palmetto State Armory (PSA). PSA AR15A4. (Photo: Palmetto State Armory) We hit the range, and as soon as I picked the rifle up, I must have had the same nostalgic smile on my...
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KelTec: A Complete Overview
Discover KelTec’s innovative, affordable firearms. From concealed carry pistols like the P15 to the unique bullpup RFB rifle, explore their all-American designs and commitment to quality.
SAFARILAND 6354DO | The Cult Classic & A New Era
Delve into the legacy of the Safariland 6354DO holster, a cult classic that revolutionized tactical gear for the special operations community.
OD Green: The OG Army Green Color
The color has been in service for more than 30 years and is still used today by military and civilian first responder agencies and units.
Retrograde – Mossberg 500 and 590 Retro Shotguns
Check out our Mossberg Retrograde review. Decide what you think, then consult the list of places with the Mossberg 590 Retrograde for sale.
Vertx RLT…Tactical Duffel Bag?
The Vertx RLT is a tactical duffel bag (Or maybe it’d be better described as an adventure duffel?) available in three sizes, with tons of features.
Action Movie Actors Bad Casting
From Harrison Ford’s portrayal of Han Solo and Jones to Tom Cruise’s miscasting as Reacher, this is how action movie actors can make a film.
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