25 Best Self Defense Knives in 2019 (Fixed Blade and Folding)
The saying “don’t bring a knife to a gunfight” has a lot of truth to it, but thankfully most fights don’t involve a gun. In most self defense scenarios, having a knife on you will give you a significant advantage. Along with being a great self defense weapon, Psychologists say
15 Best Car Holsters for Vehicles and Trucks in 2019
If you are planning on exercising that second amendment right and carrying your trusty hand cannons everywhere you go, it is inevitable that you will be mixing automobiles and firearms. It’s certainly no mystery that hopping in and out of the car can be a bit of a tricky maneuver
21 Best Red Dot Sights for the Money in 2019 (AR-15s, Pistols & Rifles)
In the world of optics, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the term red dot sight. Just know, a “red dot sight” is NOT a specific type of optic. It is a general term that includes several types of optics. When someone says they’re looking for a red dot
18 Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads in 2019
Love it or hate it, humans need to spend around eight hours a day asleep to be at their peak. Even missing an hour or two a night has shown to have considerable effects on decision making, physical performance, and emotional balance. All of which are things you’re already going
10 Best Handheld Ham Radios in 2019
Whether you’re relaying coordinates for an airstrike, prepping for a potential emergency situation, or slipstreaming down the highway with other truckers to save fuel, ham radios are useful communication devices. Ham radios, otherwise known as the amateur radios or two-way radios, have been used since the 1890s and all the
16 Best Spotting Scopes in 2019 (Reviews and Buying Guide)
Tracking down your targets and taking the perfect shot is all good and fun, but that process doesn’t come easy if you can’t locate and properly spot your targets first! Imagine having a portable lightweight high powered telescope at your disposal to scan over hundreds of acres? No more sitting
23 Best Combat Knives and Military Fighting Knives in 2019
To some, the knife may seem like an outdated weapon that has no place in this era of push-button mass death weaponry, but the truth is it’s still one of most versatile pieces of gear out there. That’s why knives are still widely carried by even highest level military units.
20 Best Fixed Blade Knives in 2019 (Review and Buying Guide)
Even if you’ve amassed an arsenal of sharp pointy objects over the years, you’ll need a solid blade that can do it all. One blade to rule them all, no matter the situation, challenge, or environment. You need a quality fixed blade knife. You see, seasoned outdoorsman and survivalists all
15 Best Camping Cots in 2019 (Review and Buying Guide)
Any experienced camper or backpacker knows that having the right gear can make or break a trip. You have a few bedding options when you’re camping. One of the most comfortable and easiest options is a camping cot. Cots are used by every military branch because they’re easy to set
10 Best Ghillie Suits for Hunting and Airsoft in 2019
What sets snipers apart from other infantry units is their ability to stalk, observe, and engage targets while remaining nearly invisible using natural concealment or a Ghillie Suit. Marine Snipers are renowned as some of the best in their world, and their ability to cheat death is almost mythic. They
13 Best Tactical Pens in 2019 (Reviews and Buying Guide)
Due to their versatility as low profile self-defense weapons, survival tools, and nearly indestructible writing utensils, tactical pens are popular everyday carry tools used by everyone from military operators to white-collar CEOs. I actually decided to purchase my first tactical pen after a regular pen exploded in the admin pouch
15 Best Rangefinders for Hunting and Long Range Shooting in 2019
To the average person, hunting or long range shooting may seem incredibly simple. Put the lines or dots on the furry critter and pull the trigger. Easy, right? Not exactly! Any experienced shooter, whether that be with a rifle or a bow knows that range is a vital piece of
20 Best Compact Binoculars in 2019 Review and Buying Guide
When it comes to binoculars, the best pair is the one you’ll actually have on you when you need them. That’s where compact binoculars shine! Sure, it would be great to have full-size binoculars on you at all times, but when you’re hiking, birding, hunting, or traveling that’s just not
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