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Bang for Your Buck
I own a lot of guns. Many of you do too. We own them not just for personal protection, but also for a variety of purposes. But let’s face it. Whether someone owns one gun or a dozen, in the deepest…
Continue Reading →Zero Tolerance 0462 Sinkevich Folding Tactical Knife
When I received the Zero Tolerance 0462 Sinkevich folding tactical knife, I was not quite sure what to expect. While I was well aware of the outstanding reputation that Zero Tolerance had built for…
Continue Reading →Falco Holster a Snap to Use
The CZ 2075 sub-compact pistol fits my hand better than most guns out there. And you know what I mean about “fit.” The term is quite subjective and not the greatest basis for choosing a carry gun. Besides, you can practice, practice, practice and simply get used to another gun.
Continue Reading →Streamlight ProTac HL-X USB Dual-Fuel Tactical Flashlight
In case you were wondering, I keep writing about Streamlight because they keep coming up with creative, industry-leading lighting products. Even though their products are not always totally new from…
Continue Reading →Clever Girl Fixed Blade by CRKT
When it comes to folding knives versus fixed-bladed knives, fixed blades generally are stronger and more durable and provide better leverage. And with the right sheath, you can wear a fixed-blade…
Continue Reading →Little Big Brother: Walther’s PPQ SC
I recall when the Leatherman Multi-Tool hit the mass market. It was certainly an interesting piece of gear, but what was even more interesting was the speed with which the Swiss Champ on my belt was…
Continue Reading →Survival Supplies To-Go (Because You Just Never Know)
No matter what environment I am in, I usually carry a small, basic survival kit that fits in a shoulder bag or backpack. It is a simple survival kit with means to keep warm, start a fire, cut things…
Continue Reading →Smith & Wesson Performance Center Pro Series Scandium 9mm 1911
Smith & Wesson is on a roll with turning out more outstanding concealed carry handguns. One of these new concealed carry handguns is the Performance Center SW1911 Pro Series 9mm. S&W’s 911 Pro Series…
Continue Reading →The Kershaw Method 1170 Knife: a 21st Century Gentleman’s Tactical Blade
Back when there were far more true gentlemen, men carried certain everyday items that were germane to their style and dress. There were gentlemen’s pocket watches, handguns (such as .25 ACP Colt 1908…
Continue Reading →Benelli Nova H20 12-Gauge Tactical Pump Shotgun
Even though new models of shotguns continue to be released, several factors have put the tactical shotgun in a less favorable status. The AR-15 still reigns supreme as the king of the long gun…
Continue Reading →Vintage Colt Cobra .38 Special Snub-Nosed Revolver
I must say that last year, I was pretty thrilled to hear that Colt was finally reintroducing a D-frame snub-nosed revolver after a regrettable 22-year hiatus. I owned and carried a couple of…
Continue Reading →Streamlight Stylus Pro COB Tactical Utility Light
There are times that call for a true tactical light — one that puts out a lot of light power and that includes lower-power settings for utility work as well as a strobe feature. One such example…
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