Corporal Wabo

Kevin “Corporal Wabo” Wabiszewski is a former U.S. Marine mortarman (0341) and squad leader with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines. After advanced infantry training, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and assigned to Wounded Warrior Battalion during treatment. While recovering, he founded Marine Approved to bring authentic, Marine-tested reviews of tactical, survival, and outdoor gear to veterans, shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts. Over time, the site has grown into a trusted resource in the firearms and survival community. His expertise and story have been featured in respected military publications including the Military Times.

15 Best Heated Socks (Electric Socks) in 2025

Best Heated Socks Review

Whether you’re looking for a pair of high quality heated socks for skiing, hunting, camping, or simply to keep your feet warm while you’re lounging around your home, this guide … Read more

What Marine Infantry Life is Like & My Experiences (With Photos)

Marine Infantry Life (Top of Page Image)

Starting Out – Infantry Training I remember going through the Marine Corps School of Infantry (AKA the School of Pain). We were all tired of training in the freezing cold … Read more

11 Best BB Gun Targets (Good for Any Type of Air Rifle) in 2025

BB Gun and Air Rifle Targets Review

Once you’ve decided which air rifle, pellet gun, airsoft gun, or BB gun you’re going to purchase; you’ll need to do some target practice to work on your accuracy and … Read more

Wondering Which Branch of the Military Should I Join? Here’s My Advice

Which Branch of the Military Should You Join

At this point you’ve probably decided working a dead-end job or accumulating $100,000 of student loan debt isn’t for you. You might also just love the country and want to … Read more

11 Best Brass Catchers for AR-15s, Pistols, and Rifles in 2025

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The Situation: So, you get to the range and you’re having a good time. Four hours later. Oh no… it’s time for the dreaded shooters cleanup and there is spent … Read more

10 Best Reflex Sights for Pistols, AR-15s, and Shotguns in 2025

Reflex Sight Buying Guide

Reflex sights are the most common type of red dot sights on the market today. There are two other types, including holographic sights which utilize a technology that is patented … Read more

100+ Get Home Bag Items and the 5 Best Bags

Get Home Bag Items and Best Bags Review

In the emergency preparedness and survival world, there is always a lot of talk about bags, especially bug out and get home bags. The most popular of these bags is … Read more

12 Best Tactical Messenger Bags in 2025 (Ultimate Buying Guide)

Messenger bags were originally produced for exactly what they are named after – carrying mail and messages. In the old days, they were filled with essential or secure pieces of … Read more