We really like loot and plunder here at Breach-Bang-Clear, and we treasure chests. So why wouldn’t we put together a suggested haul of tactical gifts and gifts for gun lovers? The short answer is, of course, we would, and for a number of reasons — including the fact that we’re gear-hoarders ourselves, and ever since we published this, people have been sending us cool stuff to play with. What’s not to like about that?

⇒ Go straight to the tactical gear gift card section

However, some tactical gift ideas — much like those who are doing the shoppers — are more appealing than others. 

Luckily for you, we are on your side. And we’re on the lookout for stuff you might like. 

 

Tactical Gift Ideas for 2021

You’re welcome in advance!

 

Tactical Gear Gift Card Options

+ Outdoor Enthusiast Gift Card Suggestions

A gift card for tactical, outdoor, or other good gear of any kind is always a good option if you’re not entirely sure what the intended recipient might need − which probably includes that outdoor enthusiast who already seems to have everything they might need. 

Tactical Gifts

 

• Gift Ideas for Gun Lovers

 

          ⇒ Range Bag Essentials

 

          ⇒ Concealed Carry Gifts

 

• Gift Ideas for Everyday Carry 

 

• Gift Ideas for First Responders

 

• Car Gifts & Gifts for Road Trips

 

• Gift Ideas for Campers

 

• Gift Ideas for Hikers

 

• Gift Ideas for Liquid Courage and Epic Tales

 

• Gift Ideas for the Man Cave

 

• Gift Ideas for Men

 

• Gift Ideas for Badass Women

 

• Gift Ideas for Travelers

 

• Gift Ideas for Beyond the Wall

 

 

Tactical Gifts

Are you seeking out tactical gifts for deserved largition? We like where your heads at. Here ya go.

 

Gift Ideas for…

Gun Lovers

• 22 Conversion Kit by CMMG

Do some trainin’ on the cheap, spend the day plinkin’, there’s any number of reasons to getcha one of these conversion kits.

The instructions are pretty simple. CMMG says, “Just swap this drop in conversion with the bolt carrier group from your 5.56/.223 chambered rifle and you will be ready to shoot .22LR.  Ships with 25rd 22LR magazine.  For best performance use a round style hammer as notched hammers can cause function issues and 36 grain plated nose bullets have proven to be the best choice for function.”

Learn more or get one at Palmetto State Armory, Primary Arms, GunMag Warehouse, Cabela’s, Midway USA, or on Brownells.com.

 

 

• Universal fit 9mm Compensator from Tyrant Designs CNC

Otherwise known as the Uni-Comp, this compensator helps with faster target re-acquisition by reducing muzzle rise and sensed recoil. It’ll fit any 1/2-28 threaded 9mm barrel and doesn’t require modification to your firearm. It works with almost any grain ammunition and has a small profile for concealed carry.

Here’s how Tyrant Designs describes it: “The real ingenuity is in how the Uni-Comp is installed. Utilizing a two-piece design our universal fit comp installs securely in seconds WITHOUT the need for set screws or any other faulty attachment methods. Working on a concept focused on uncompromised innovation allowed considerable engineering freedom in developing significant solutions. Once attached, the Tyrant Universal Compensator will not come loose while operating your firearm, or while holstering/unholstering it. Whether you are a range day goer or competitive shooter we are confident our Glock compensator not only outperforms the competition but sets a new standard for compensator innovation. “

Learn more at Tyrant Designs.

Gun gifts for the…

Best Range Bag

Are you wondering what you should bring to the range? Want to give the gift of range bag essentials to someone? Read on!

• Multitasker Nano

The Multitasker Nano may be small, but it does a lot. This can (and should go in a range bag, on a keychain, wherever you’ll always have it on hand…but do it in a way that lets you keep track of it. It didn’t get that name by accident.

This is a superb sight adjustment tool, among other things, which isn’t surprising at all. Multitasker makes really good stuff.

The Nano is an excellent little addition to a range bag or cleaning kit. The screwdriver is wide enough to manipulate battery caps, the sides feature directional markings for device turrets like those of a red dot or a MAWL (i.e. zeroing an optic or laser), and it will tuck away in the bottom of a MagPod (itself a worthy gift idea).

“If you find your Aimpoint carbine optic is flickering, then the first course of action is to ensure the cap is tight. The Multitasker Nano is an absolutely great tool to use on the range to ensure that it’s tight or to loosen it when snug. I have had one on my vehicle keys and a couple more on my kit and range bag for a couple of months now. The hole in the NANO and the metal construction allow you to use a stout metal ring as additional leverage and then as a lash point on your bag or lanyard.” Matt Jacques, Victory First

The NANO is available via the GunMag Warehouse website, as well as online at LA Police Gear.

Gun gifts for…

Concealed Carry

• Pitbull Tactical Universal Magazine Pouch

Carrying a blaster? You gotta feed it. Occasionally switch up your style and size of blaster? Still gotta feed it! The Pitbull Tactical Universal Magazine Carrier is an excellent option for you. It’ll carry all sorts of different pistol magazines (as you might have gathered from the universal part).

Plus they’re a part of House Morningwood, which’ll save ya some money. Though you can also get ’em on Amazon, at Rainier Arms, and at Flagrant Beard.

 

S&W Shield there (this one is in 9mm).

Aaaaaannnnd…a big ole fat Glock .45 mag. That sort of versatility is why this is a great concealed carry gift idea.

Gift Ideas for…

Everyday Carry

A true Every Day Carry gift (meaning legit EDC stuff) makes for an excellent honorarium! Scroll through our ideas forthwith!

• Fenix PD35 TAC LED

There will be ass pain generated by the following statement, but that don’t make it wrong: your flashlight is way more important and likely to be used than any EDC knife you might name. Now, in a perfect world, you’d have both, but you should start with a light.

One good option for that is the LED tactical version of the Fenix PD35. There are a number of different color versions available, but because we live in the land of soaring eagles and American Exceptionalism, we chose the “Patriot” Cerakote finish version. More importantly than those colors (supplied by Blown Deadline, by the way) are the 1000 lumens it throws out past 650 feet. It’s a bright light, and it’s clad in magnificent colors!

‘Merica.

The Fenix PD35 TAC LED is an upgunned version of the PD35. It operates on either a 18650 or two CR123A batteries and operates in two general modes (Tactical and Outdoor) and six output modes (q.v.), including an “eco” mode that drops it down to a bare navigation-minimum output of 8 lumens. Those of you who’ve chased lights around on concrete while working on something will be happy to know it’s been machined with flat sections on the side so it won’t roll.

Fenix PD35TAC Specs

• Uses Cree XP-L(V5) LED with a lifespan of 50,000 hours
• New Cree XP-L LED provides up to 251% performance boost from XP-G2 LED
• Modes of Operation
  • TACTICAL FLASHLIGHT MODE
    • Turbo: 1000 Lumens (1 hr. 10 min.)
    • Low: 60 Lumens (29 hr. 15 min.)
    • Strobe: 1000 Lumens
  • EDC FLASHLIGHT MODE
    • Turbo: 1000 Lumens (1 hr. 10 min.)
    • High: 500 Lumens (2 hr. 55 min.)
    • Mid: 200 Lumens (8 hr. 30 min.)
    • Low: 60 Lumens (29 hr. 15 min.)
    • Eco: 8 Lumens (140 hr.)
    • Strobe: 1000 Lumens
• Tactical tail switch with momentary-on function
• Rugged stainless steel side switch
• Side switch only capable of mode changing under Outdoor Mode
• Advanced digitally regulated output maintains constant brightness
• Low-voltage reminder indicates when battery replacement is needed
• Intelligent memory circuit, automatically enters last-used output mode when turned on
• Reverse polarity protection to protect from improper battery installation
• Anti-roll, slip-resistant body design
• Made of durable aircraft-grade aluminum
• Premium Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
• Toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
• Waterproof to IPX-8 standard, underwater up to 6 1/2 feet for 30 minutes

This is what it looks like when adorned Men In Black fashion.

You can get them at Fenix HQ of course, but they’re also available online from Optics Planet, Flashlightz, and on Amazon.

 

 

• 3400 Autocrat Knife from Benchmade

“Out the Front” blade mechanisms are just cool. This one goes beyond cool, though, as it’s designed and detailed specifically for tactical and EDC enthusiasts alike. And, since they put the word tactical in the description, it too legitimately deserves the moniker “tactical gift”.

 

The 3400 Autocrat is ambidextrous thanks to the reversible deep-carry pocket clip and the spine-fire mechanism. Made with top-notch materials and contoured machining, this is sure to be a great Everyday Carry gift option.  The dual-edge CPM-S30V blade provides for a variety of applications.

Blade Length: 3.71”  Blade Thickness: 0.105”  Weight: 3.93oz

 

 

• Bolt Action Pen from Bastion Gear

Write all the things or throw the bolt to imagine delivering social work to sassy terrorists. Either is possible with Bastion Gear’s stainless steel and carbon fiber bolt action pen. It’s a ballpoint pen using blank ink in a replaceable cartridge with an all-metal open-and-close bolt action like what’s found in so many rifles.

This pen comes with a Parker Style fine tip black ink cartridge that emulates the Quinkflow fine tip style.

Length: 5.28 inches Width: 0.45 inches  Weight: 2.3 ounces

 

 

• Kershaw Launch 10

Kershaw’s handy little pocket claw is an excellent EDC gift option, assuming you live in a place where auto-opening knives are legal. It has an aggressive, hawkbill-style blade and an angular blade spine and handle. There’s a large lanyard hole and a reversible deep-carry pocket clip, and of course push-button activation. Find it at Blade HQ, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, or Knife Country USA.

• Made in the USA
• Integrated backspacer with lanyard hole
• Push-button open
• Push-button lock release
• Reversible deep-carry pocketclip (right/left, tip-up)
• Steel: CPM 154, stonewashed finish
• Handle: 6061-T6 aluminum, gray anodized
• Blade Length: 1.9 in. (4.8 cm)
• Closed Length: 3.2 in. (8.1 cm)
• Overall Length: 5.2 in. (13.2 cm)
• Weight: 1.8 oz. (52 g)

 

• TG Dual Arc Plasma Lighter

Some lighters are better than others: we reckon the TG Plasma Lighter is one of the higher links on the food chain.

Features of TG Plasma Lighter

• Dimensions: 2.71” x 1.87” x .68”
• Material: Zinc, aluminum and polypropylene
• Battery: Lithium Polymer, 220mAh
• Charge time: 2 hours
• Power: .81Wh, 3.7V USB Rechargeable (cable included)
• Button activated
• Push-to-open cover
• Locking mechanism
• Water and windproof plasma
• Built-in short circuit protection
• Ten-second automatic shut off
• 300 uses per charge

It’s available on Amazon.

 

• Allett Wallet and MicroPen

Allett makes a whole line of excellent wallets. Some have RFID blocking technology, all are made with minimalism in mind, and they’re made in San Diego.

More about the Micropen:

• Stainless steel design
• Twist top to expose and retract ball point
• Compatible with all Allett wallets except the RFID card case
• Sport wallet, Small Coin wallet, and Lookout wallet have micro-pen pockets
• Measures 3.3” x 0.4” / 83mm x 9mm
• Weight: 0.3 ounces

Check out the Allett line of slim wallets.

 

 

• Kershaw Antic folding knife (task knife)

The aptly named Kershaw Antic is a great little EDC/task knife. Can you pull it from a rock and become King of England? No. Can you pry ammo crates open with it? No. Actually, yeah probably. Point is, this is an excellent, lightweight little workaday pocket knife that is more than worth the $30 it’ll cost ya.

Don’t mind the scratches on this particular specimen, we’ve been using the hell out of it for a review article and it just came back from Philmont Scout Ranch.

Features:

• Bottle opener, screwdriver, pry tip
• Manual opening
• Thumb stud
• Frame lock
• Single-position pocketclip (right, tip-down)
• Steel: 8Cr13MoV, bead-blasted finish
• Handle: Stainless steel, blue PVD coating
• Blade Length: 1.75 in. (4.6 cm)
• Closed Length: 3.75 in. (9.6 cm)
• Overall Length: 5.5 in. (14 cm)
• Weight: 3.1 oz. (88 g)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Car Gifts

This is where you’ll find gifts for someone who likes to drive a lot (and possibly gift ideas for new car owners or new drivers).

You don’t have to be a post-apocalyptic gearhead or the gunner in the back of a technical to use something like these!

 

• Hulkman Portable Battery Charger

From your vehicle’s perspective, the important thing here is that the HULKMAN Alpha85 has 2000 peak cold-cranking amps. That’ll jump-start vehicles up to 6-liter diesel/8.5-liter gasoline engines.

Plus, it has a 12-volt port to power your DC devices. That might not sound useful at first glance, but what if you need to run a portable tire inflation thingamawhatsit?

From the perspective of your devices (especially your phone, or maybe your earpods, or hey, maybe even a camouflage tactical fleshlight — we won’t judge!), the important feature of the Hulkman Alpha85 is that it has an internal 20000mAh battery bank: USB-A and USB-C.

Oh, and it has a built-in flashlight too (though you should already be carrying an EDC light!).

Looking for something to go a little colder? The Hulkman Alpha85S reportedly functions down to 40 below zero.

The Hulkman Alpha85 can be found via Amazon USA: Get yours here. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gift Ideas for…

First Responders

• Rescue Knife: Spyderco Rescue 3

This version of the Spyderco Rescue 3 features a fully serrated edge on a sheepsfoot style blade with a satin finish. It has an ergonomicallly enhanced FRN handle with what they call Bi-Directional Texturing, Back Lock, a skeletonized stainless steel liner, and a four-position ambi hourglass clip for different carry positions.

•VG-10 steel

•Overall length 8.29 in.

• Blade length 3.57 in.

• Weight 3.8 oz.

 

• Kershaw Launch 1

The Kershaw Launch 1 was (as you might’ve guessed from the name) the first of the Launch series. It’s a good-sized (8 in. OAL) but lightweight (4 oz.) auto-opening folder made of CPM 154 blade steel treated with Kershaw’s BlackWash finish. The pocket clip is left/right side reversible and the handle is 6061-T6 aluminum, black anodized.

• Made in the USA
• Integrated backspacer and lanyard tie-off
• Automatic push-button open
• Push-button lock release
• Reversible pocketclip (left/right tip-up)
• Steel: CPM 154, black-oxide BlackWash™ finish
• Handle: 6061-T6 aluminum, black anodized
• Blade Length: 3.4 in. (8.6 cm)
• Closed Length: 4.6 in. (11.7 cm)
• Overall Length: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
• Weight: 4 oz. (114 g)

The Kershaw Launch 1 is available at Smokey Mountain Knife Works, Midway USA, Viper-Tec, Blade HQ, Optics Planet, even Wal-Mart!

 

 

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Gift Ideas for…

Hikers (and Campers)

• SomeWear Global Hotspot

Check this out – it’s portable, reliable, lightweight satellite communication for…well, everywhere. Backpacking? Fishing offshore? On safari? Fightin’ ISIS? Looking for dead mobsters buried in the desert? Enjoying some overseas adventure travel? This is prob’ly for you!

This thing is freakin’ cool.

 

• Agilite Injured Personnel Carrier (IPC)

This is an awesome piece of kit. If you hike remote locations with a buddy, have one of these with you. If you go to field with a Scout troop – have one of these with you. If you have kids and are putting together a get-home or bug-out kit, have one of these in it. If you…well, you get the idea.

Find ’em on the Agilite website (there’s a demo video there too).

 

• Lawson hammock

The Lawson Blue Ridge Camping Hammock is an award-winning piece of kit that can be used as a traditional hammock or as a de facto ground tent (ish). Lawson says, “Comfortable, waterproof and bug proof – relax in the backyard, sleep in the backcountry, stake it in the desert or hang out by the river with your new favorite tent-hammock hybrid.”

Suspend it or stake it out on the ground. Their proprietary spreader bar + arch pole system is intended to keep the hammock taut, which will keep you flatter (and maybe prevent you from flipping around or getting all bowed up). There are an integrated bug net and an attachable rainfly as well.

Hammock + Straps

• Hammock (Forest Green)
• 2x Spreader Bars
• 2x Arch Poles
• Rain Fly
• Stuff Sack
• 2 Suspension Straps
• 2 Premium wiregate carabiners (not for climbing)
• Stuff Sack

Hammock Only

• Hammock (Forest Green)
• 2x Spreader Bars
• 2x Arch Poles
• Rain Fly
• Stuff Sack

Features & Construction

• Rip-stop and poly pack hammock construction for lightweight durability
• Ultra fine, no-see-um net canopy keeps bugs out
• Waterproof rip-stop nylon rain fly for all-weather use (polyethylene coated to 1000mm)
• Sealed nylon border on the canopy protects against water blowing up under rain fly
• Strong 10-point Spreader bar system for flat interior surface
• Shock-corded aluminum arch poles provides roomy net canopy
• Single secured zippered entry
• Additional exterior loops for ground staking
• Two interior storage pockets
• O-ring in ceiling for hanging light
• Use suspended or on the ground
• Total Weight: With Straps – 4 lbs, 15 oz  Without Straps – 4lbs, 4 oz (including poles, rain fly and stuff sack)

Learn more and watch some videos on the Lawson Hammock website, at Sportsman’s Guide, at Sportsman’s Warehouse, or on Amazon.

 

• Keith Titanium Ti6014 3-Piece Pot and Pan Cook Set

The three-piece cook set from Keith Titanium is one of the most popular camp cooking kits for light weight hikers. Ti does have relatively low thermal conductivity, but it cools fast and is completely safe tasteless, odorless, non-toxic and dishwasher safe.

• • Capacity: 40.6 + 27 + 13.5 fl oz │1200 ml + 800 ml + 400 ml ● Weight: 4.4 + 3.5 + 2.5 oz │ 125 + 100 + 70 g ● Set Dimensions: 5.4 × 5.2 in │ 138 × 133 mm /// 1.2L: Pot Rim: OD 128mm / ID 120mm; Pot Body: OD 118mm / ID 117mm 0.8L: Pot Rim: OD 128mm / ID 120mm; Pot Body: OD 121mm / ID 120mm 0.4L: Pan Mouth: OD 138mm / ID 130mm; Pan Bottom: OD 120mm / ID 119mm
  • Keith Titanium 2.4 L 3-Piece Pot and Pan Cook Set is made of premium pure titanium grade 1 without lining and coating. It is tasteless, odorless, non-toxic and dishwasher safe. Originally designed for backpacking, camping and traveling, it is also great for picnicking, emergency prepping and around the home, school and office. The handle insulating tubes are made of silicone. It comes with a custom made mesh storage sack.
  • Titanium is ultralight and super strong; it is also eco-friendly, extraordinarily hypoallergenic and exceptionally corrosion-resistant.

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Gift Ideas for…

Liquid Courage and Epic Tales

(or just staying hydrated)

 

• Uncle Jerry (Can) Whiskey Flask

We’ve all got that one uncle that embarrasses the hell out of us at family gatherings. You know the one. He’s the one that packs his own rocket fuel to spike up whatever drink he can find at Grandma’s place. He’s also going to hit you up for that $20 you made mowing lawns before he leaves. This whiskey flask is named in honor of Uncle Jerry.

It’s a stainless steel, 5 oz. jerrycan-shaped flask and available in a variety of colors. You have to supply the fuel.

 

• Bubi Bottle

Everyone has finished their bring while out walking about only to have to carry the large container it came in. Bubi Bottle out of Canada has made a silicone bottle that can be rolled up for easy storage taking up a fraction of the size it once did.

• Keep Bubi cool or hot
• Bubi is microwave and freezer safe
• Bubi is mold-resistant
• Bubis are dishwasher safe
• Bubi is foldable /reversable to clean

We dig the fact that these are so easy to clean, being both dishwasher safe and reversible to make scrubbing the inside out. We have all forgotten a liquid of some sort in a bottle only for us to toss it out because we couldn’t easily clean the insides, right?

 

• BenShot Bullet Rocks Glass with Real .308 Projectile (Set of Two)

The Ben Shot Bullet Glass is the perfect gift for the gun-totin’, bourbon-drinkin’ person in your life.

• 100% MADE in the USA
• Set of 2 – 11oz rocks glass made from high-quality glass
• Real Lead-free 0.308 caliber bullet
• Glasses come individually packaged (packaging is also made in the USA)

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Gift Ideas for…

Men

• Denim Jacket from Tactical Distributors Inc (TDI)

The TD Legend Sherpa Lined Jacket will make you look good. Ask us how we know.

Tactical Distributors describes it best: “TD Legend Sherpa-Lined Jacket is here to keep you warm while looking James Dean cool. This workman’s jacket has tremendous give & stretch.  It ready to work & play hard. It has a slim athletic fit, we recommend going up a size for a more relaxed fit, especially if you plan on layering underneath.”

TD Legend Sherpa Lined Jacket

• 12oz. Stretch Denim
• Soft washed denim
• Sherpa Lined Body
• Flannel Lined Sleeves for a better fit
• Same Fit Block as the TD Carlos Ray Jacket
• 2 Chest Snap Pockets
• Tailored fit with elbow articulation
• Adjustable cuff closure
• Double and triple needle reinforcement stitching
• Shank button front closure
• Back waist adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

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Gift Ideas for…

Man Caves

• Large Wooden American Flag from Rebranded Customs

If you are looking for a gift for the patriot in your life, look no further than this wooden American Flag. It’s so inspiring, I am standing at the position of attention as I type this.

• Merica
• Weight: 80.00 Ounces
• Width: 36.00 (in)
• Height: 24.00 (in)
• Depth: 1.50 (in)

 

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Gift Ideas for…

Badass Women

 

• TDI Womens Battle Brief

Cheekies in battle-worthy prints for her. Made from the same 4-way stretch breathable moisture-wicking material as the TD Shooter Shirt. Keeps you dry while battling the gym or day to day missions.

• Breathable
• 4 Way Stretch
• Moisture Wicking
• Seamless Flat Lock Stitch
• No Ride Design
• Quick Dry Fabric
• Made For Warriors
• Fabric : 87% Polyester 13% Elastane

 

 

• Curves N Combat Boots Seamless Booty Scrunch Leggings

What’s not to like about leggings sold and designed by veterans and active duty women? This isn’t the first time we have talked about them either.

A couple of our female writers like the one above have one or many pieces from Curves N Combat Boots. Melissa the one in the Instagram photo from above enjoys picking heavy things up and putting them down again, only to do it with a larger weight later. The issue with this is squat butt makes most pants a pain in the ass (literally) to wear. Thankfully Curves has a pretty epic selection of styles and sizes to fit just about any body shape. The leggings above can be found here.

Why not adorn your legs with as much freedom as possible while looking amazing at the same time.

• Ski Boots: Apres Ski Recovery Boot from Telic

Ankle boots that are easy-on, easy-off, the Apres Ski Recovery Boot is insulated and water-resistant. Available in five sizes (triple extra-small) up to large (size 11).

From the product description:

Designed for easy entry and exit, this ankle boot feels like a natural extension of your favorite house slipper. Water-resistant and insulated, you can now enjoy Telic comfort all year round!

Award-winning comfort

• Insulated & Water Resistant
• Traction Control Out-sole
• Pillow-Soft Comfort
• Lightweight Stability
• Athlete Approved
• Dr. Recommended

Find ’em on the Telic.com website.

 

• McGovern and Company Glacier National Park Scarf

You may not be able to wear this as a shemagh or in scrim fashion, but that doesn’t make it an excellent everyday accessory (or for that matter, to keep your body armor from chafing your neck).

Via their description:

This oblong scarf printed with our beautiful vintage-style map of Glacier National Park is a stunning accessory. It’s soft and drapey which makes it easy to wear several different ways. Dress it up or down – the warm color tones look great with anything from jeans to a little black dress.

• 100% soft polyester voile
• hand wash, hang dry
• 72 in. x 30 in.

Find ’em on their website or via Amazon. In the latter case, you’ll be supporting Breach-Bang-Clear.

 

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Our favorite gift ideas are…

Tactical Gifts that are Tactical

 

• Ballistic Helmet Bridge from Agilite

It’s a one-size-fits-all equipment mounting system for most tactical helmets. It has exit holes for NVG cables and switches, central bungee retention for IR strobes and cameras, all kinds of cool options. Hell, you should have one of these even if you don’t have a tactical helmet just so you can look cool.

You can find it online on the Agilite website.

 

• Poker from TOPS Knives

This knife is designed to be a kind of last-resort self-defense knife that also serves as a general-purpose EDC knife. Though loosely based on a Kiridashi (a traditional Japanese wood carving knife) the Poker has been modified to include a finger ring for better self-defensive purposes.

• Overall Length: 6.88”
• Blade Length: 2.5”
• CuttingEdge: 2.25”
• BladeThickness: 0.13”
• BladeSteel: 1095RC5658
• Blade Finish: Acid Rain
• Handle Material: Black Canvas/Tan Canvas Micarta
• KnifeWeight:2.7oz
• Weight w/Sheath: 3.6oz
• SheathMaterial: Black Kydex
• Sheath Clip: Beta Loop
• Designer: Craig Powell
• MSRP:$120

You can find the Poker on the TOPS Knives website.

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And now some…

Gift Ideas for Travelers

 

• GoDark Bag That Blocks Cell Phone Signals

Worried about some data loss or just being hacked? Tired of Big Tech and 3-letter agencies listening to you via your phone while you’re sitting on the back porch lamenting the decline of American Exceptionalism? Consider something from GoDark!

Industrial strength GoDark Faraday Bags block all incoming and outgoing EMF signals, including 4G, 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS, to help protect your cell phones, tablets and other electronics from hacking, location tracking and damage from EMF radiation, including EMP. 

Find their various Faraday bags online at the GoDark website. 

www.GoDark.com

 

• Rolo Travel Bag

This roll-up compression bag is meant to be a wardrobe organizer for travelers. As such it could be used in a carry-on, checked luggage, or maybe camping gear (depending on weight/distance restrictions). From what we can tell, looking at the pictures and some of the comments online, this is going to be something used to separate certain components of your travel clothes vs. all of them.

In other words, maybe you pack all your skivvies, t-shirts, and socks in here so you can keep tabs on your drawers. It doesn’t look big enough to keep several pairs of jeans, multiple shirts, etc. segregated. Though we could be wrong about that. We haven’t yet put hands on one.

 

Description according to the manufacturer:

Each Rolo includes a convenient detachable carrying strap so that you can choose to carry it as is or add it to your backpack or suitcase.

• Features military-grade nylon mesh zipper pockets
• Patented high-performance name brand buckles
• Name brand zippers
• 360-degree swivel hanging hook
• Fiber-reinforced support bar
• Lightweight and high-quality construction

Buy one on their website or via Amazon (in the latter case you’ll be supporting Breach-Bang-Clear).

 

 

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Gift Ideas for…

Beyond the Wall

(i.e. cold weather gear)

• Northern Lites Elite Snowshoe

Good snowshoes are both personal preference, dependent on terrain/snow conditions and your weight. The Elite by Northern Lites has a nice solid decking to aid with you not sinking into the snow and comes in two styles of binding which we can appreciate.

• 8″x25″ and 42 oz/pair (Tru-Trak) or 41 oz/pair (Speed)
• Surface Area 164in2
• Recommended for up to 175-190 lbs. total weight (user, gear, pack, etc.).
• Off-trail hiking and camping, Cross-Training, Racing
• 2-1/2 lbs. per pair
• Made in the USA

We were most excited to see the Speed Binding which looks to be a very efficient method of getting into the binding. Some snowshoes have overly complicated systems to attach them to your boot and if this is as truly fast as they say it should be pretty awesome to quickly pop these on and hit the snowy trail.

Buy one on their website. If you are planning on packing a bit more weight or like in my case am just a bigger dude the Quicksilver 30 might be a better option. It also comes in both binding styles but can help support up to 60 pounds more on the snow. I am hoping mine arrive before a hip surgery so I can get some time playing in the powder.

You can grab these here.

 

• Softshell Jacket

• Agilite Gear

• Fabric: 100% tight-woven polyester with exterior breathable, waterproof membrane
• Breathability moisture rate transfer: 5000 gr’ square meter in 24 h
• Water pressure resistance: 6000mm/H2O2.
• Designed in Israel
• Manufacturing: Imported

Engineered for use by Israeli SOF bubbas to keep out wind, cold, and moisture whilst maintaining an inordinate level of flexibility, breathability, and durability. It features a half-glove that covers half the hand and helps bridge the transition area from jacket sleeve to glove (you can fold it inwards to make a regular sleeve). It’s got a Micro-Fleece interior, a low-profile hood hidden under the collar, and twin pit-zip vents. Plus it’s stretchy!

• 5.11 APEX 6″ Wedge Boot

5.11 Tactical

• Vibram® Christy resoleable outsole using Vibram® Newflex
• Premium leather
• Covert pocket
• D30® footbed for all-day cushioning & support
• Manufacturing: Imported

When the Canadian saw the APEX 6″ Wedge Boots at SHOT Show last year he instantly wanted a pair. Stylish boots that can dress up or be used in the woods, color me impressed. The only issue is the Canadian is built like a yeti and could not get these at the time as they stopped at size 13. 5.11 sent over their annual gift guide where you can find just about anything on your list if it comes from the tactical industry. While perusing it he noticed they now do come in ice giant size and he has a pair on the way to him. The fact that they made them resoleable is beyond fantastic. Nothing sucks more than having the sole of a comfortable boot wear out before the rest of the boot.

• A-Klub from TOPS Knifes

This is a large, heavy working tool with design elements that were influenced by Native American war clubs. It’s just right for hacking and chopping with the forward-sweeping edge that widens toward the tip, and the handle that widens at the pommel. It comes with a dangler Kydex sheath with a beta loop to secure it in place. This just happens to be the first woman-created knife for TOPS Knives.

• Overall Length: 17.88”
• Blade Length: 12.38”
• CuttingEdge: 12.13”
• BladeThickness: 0.19”
• BladeSteel: 1095RC5658
• BladeFinish: Acid Rain
• Handle Material: Green Canvas Micarta
• KnifeWeight: 23.8oz
• Weight w/Sheath: 33oz
• SheathMaterial: Black Kydex
• SheathClip: Dangler
• Designer: Amanda Kaye
• MSRP:$300.00

You can find the A-Klub at TOPS Knives.

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Gift Ideas for…

Campers, hunters, and overlanders

• Bushka’s Kitchen: freeze-dried meals that don’t suck

Coming to you from NorthFork Gear are some backpackable meals and snacks that don’t taste like ass. This particular choice is “The Bundler“.  This one has Unstuffed Pepper with Bison, Citrus Chia Morning, Zesty Noodles, and Hearty Harvest with Wild Boar. 

 

• Insect repellent clothing: Haeleum shirt

Via Haeleum; it’s a snag-resistant, insect-protective long-sleeve shirt in Mossy Oak camouflage. It’s got antimicrobial properties too.

Read on and we’ll explain.

Via the manufacturer:

“Featuring scent-free Insect Shield® Permethrin Technology to repel mosquitoes, ticks and other dangerous bugs, the shirt has an antimicrobial finish to reduce body odor—and avoid alerting game! Made from 100% DrýTru polyester fabric to move sweat away from your skin to keep you cool and dry, the Darian also offers 50+ UPF to protect you from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays.”

More at Haeleum.com: Insect Repellent Clothing.

 

• Skeeter Beater (for your vehicle)

Rapidly deployable, lightweight, and compact, these no-see-’em screens from North Fork Gear is one of the better (and more inexpensive) gift ideas we have for vehicles. Going camping, hunting, overlanding, or just out and about for an evening in the woods? Throw one of these Skeeter Beaters on. Magnets sewn around the hemline will keep it in place.

• Made in the USA
• Sewn and Shipped by a Sheltered Workshop
• Our mesh is Rated as True NO SEE UM Screen
• More air comes through with our single layer design when compared to double layer “pillowcase” designs.
• No dyes Will Come Off Onto Your vehicle
• Won’t “Ride Up” on Your Window

• Chafe-Pro Static Rope Edge Protector

No one likes things to chafe be it their skin or the rope helping you from falling to your death. Chafe-Pro has manufactured anti-chaffing systems for everything from large ship ropes to hydraulic hose covers. Now they make a protective wrap for your static line to guard it against the various sharp objects at the ledge of your descent. Wrap it around a tree or run it over top of the rock ledge. The STREP or Static Rope Edge Protector includes tie-downs in it to keep it from sliding forward when used as an edge protector.

You can find out more about this here.

•Yote Hydration Pack from Eagle Industries

You gotta stay hydrated if you’re spending time in the great outdoors. What better way to prepare than to get a daypack that has, count ’em, three, hydration routing ports. The Yote Hydration Pack is sure to keep your hiker from going dry for miles.

• Two external side pockets.
• Three hydration/comms routing ports.
• Expandable beavertail compartment.
• Capable of attaching to plate/armor carriers utilizing MOLLE on the back panel.
• Adjustable and removable shoulder straps.
• Compression straps with quick-release buckles.

 

 

 

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