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Tactical Gear Reviews

11 Best 9mm Carbines (Pistol Caliber) in 2022 – Ranked by a Marine

9mm Carbine Buying Guide Top of Page Image

At first, 9mm carbine just sounds terribly wrong. Why on Earth would anyone buy a small caliber rifle that isn’t a tried and true .22LR or a bigger and beefier … Read more

8 Best Service Dog Vests, Harnesses, and Accessories in 2022

Best Service Dog Vests Review

After being sent to Wounded Warrior while in the Marines, I got a lot of first-hand experience with service dogs and gear they wear. I was blown away by how … Read more

32 Best Self Defense Weapons (Non-Lethal) in 2022

Some of the Best Self Defense Weapons

The U.S. Department of Justice reported over 1.03 million home invasions and 1.25 million cases of violent crime last year. That may seem like a lot, and unfortunately, it is, … Read more

21 Best Best Concealed Carry Purses in 2022 (with Buying Guide)

Best Concealed Carry Purses Review

A lot of people say concealed carry purses aren’t the best option… and they’re right. But… On the body carry configurations aren’t always an option. A lot of outfits just can’t … Read more

20 Best Hiking Boots for Men and Women in 2022

3 pairs of boots for hiking

Ask a Marine or experienced hiker what their most vital piece of non-firearm related gear is and one answer that will come up often is boots. Take my word for … Read more

10 Best Two Way Radios (FRS/GMRS) in 2022 Review and FCC Updates

Two Way Radios Buying Guide and FCC Updates

I personally called the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to clear up a lot of confusion regarding the important FCC radio updates that took place in recent years to FRS/GMRS 2 … Read more

10 Best Appendix Carry Holsters (AIWB Holster) in 2022 Review

Best Appendix Carry Holsters Review

When it comes to choosing an appendix carry holster, there are two main things you should consider, comfort and safety. There are a TON of crap appendix holsters on the … Read more

10 Best Drop Leg Holsters (Thigh Holster) in 2022

Drop Leg Holster Buying Guide

It’s tough to beat a drop leg holster when you need a secure carry solution that still lets you bring your sidearm into the action at a moment’s notice. Sometimes … Read more

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