Protective Combat Uniform (PCU) Overview
I’m not big into military surplus but occasionally I come across gear purpose-built for military units that I can put to good use as a civilian. After last year’s winter vortex debacle, I’ve been...
View ArticleFirst Look: Smith Gray Man Tactical Sunglasses
Smith Gray Man Tactical Sunglasses are noteworthy and unique because they are the world’s first Milspec ballistic aviators. The Gray Man meets ANSI Z87.1 AND MIL-PRF-31013 CLAUSE 3.5.1.1 standards for...
View ArticleFirst Look: Armageddon Gear
One of the best advertisements I’ve seen from a tactical gear company in a long time. Enjoy. The post First Look: Armageddon Gear appeared first on Loaded Pocketz.
View ArticleMan-Pack Platinum Kickstarter Campaign
Aaron Tweedie, founder of Man-Pack LLC, reached out to us recently about his upcoming Man-Pack Platinum Kickstarter Campaign. The plan is to expand the Man-Pack line to include a collection of premium...
View ArticleMovpack Kickstarter Project
Without a doubt, this is the most unique bag we’ve ever featured on this site to-date. The Movpack Kickstarter Project is a backpack integrated with a personal electric vehicle that can propel the...
View ArticleAmazing Reflective Backpack Kickstarter
Sorry to innondate you with Kickstarter projects lately, but cool crowd funding stuff tends to come in bunches. Today I came across the Reflective Backpack Kickstarter Project by none other than...
View ArticleTriple Aught Design Stealth Hoodie LT Review
As my wife would be the first to vehemently tell you, I have almost as many jackets as I have bags. One the latest additions to my growing collection is the Triple Aught Design Stealth Hoodie LT....
View ArticleFirst Look: Quiver Sling Pack
Want something minimalist to carry a few essentials? I came across the Quiver Sling Pack on Grommet and I think it’s a nice alternative to a waist pack. The Quiver weights a mere 8 ounces and is...
View ArticleFirst Look: Zero Tolerance 0350SWCF
My first Zero Tolerance knife was the 0350SW. I loved that knife. As with all ZT’s, it was overbuilt (in a good way) with a stout blade and solid lockup. The 0350 model is smaller than the 0300 and...
View ArticleVertx EDC Gamut Review Part 3
In the first installment of our Vertx EDC Gamut Review, we covered some basic features. In Part 2, we discussed the pack’s organization. Vertx finally was able to stock its new “Tactigami” Velcro...
View ArticleF-Bomb Morale Patch
If like me, you’ve been known to drop one occasionally then this F-Bomb Morale Patch by F-Bomb Morale Gear might be for you. The post F-Bomb Morale Patch appeared first on Loaded Pocketz.
View ArticleTom Bihn Daylight Backpack Review
Last year, I reviewed the Tom Bihn Packing Cube Backpack. As the name implies, it’s a packing cube that is designed to also be used as a light duty backpack. Read the review but I found it to be a...
View ArticleSubscriber Give Away: Defy Square Messenger
From time to time, I acquire pre-loved kit from secondary sources because I’m a gear whore just like the rest of you. Case in point, I recently found this Defy Square Messenger. If I’m being...
View ArticleGear Diary: Defy Bags New Showroom and Workshop
This weekend, I paid a visit to Defy Bags during the grand opening of their new Showroom and Workshop located in the Ravenswood neighborhood of north side Chicago. The space was an industrial loading...
View ArticleHow To: The Definitive Guide to Building an AR-15 Rifle
An “exploded” AR-15. Source: Treedi Cheaper Than Dirt! has posted their Definitive Guide to Building an AR-15 Rifle. It’s not exactly definitive since it doesn’t cover assembly but the guide does...
View ArticleHow To: Correctly Wear a Messenger Bag
Judging from my daily commute into the city, there seems to be a bit of confusion out there on how to properly wear a messenger bag. Let me start off by saying that, in a democracy, we can wear our...
View ArticleFirst Look: Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed
Triple Aught Design has just released a re-engineered version of their FAST Pack Litespeed backpack. It sold out in less than a couple of hours. 2014 Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed The...
View ArticleFirst Look: Pelican 3310PL LED Flashlight
I came across this tweet this morning… Your days of fumbling around in the dark are over. (3310PL LED Flashlight > http://t.co/h4HRMwoCOI) pic.twitter.com/NJdT06J65E — Pelican Products...
View ArticleMy Visit to Triple Aught Design’s Dogpatch HQ
This past week I found myself in San Francisco, CA and decided to visit Triple Aught Design’s Dogpatch HQ. Dogpatch is a historical warehouse and factory district on the city’s eastern waterfront....
View ArticleGear Diary: A Renewed Interest in Leather Goods
Other than belts and shoes, I have owned anything leather in a while. I know some still love leather bags, such as this Saddleback Tablet Bag…. Saddleback Tablet Bag But, the added weight of...
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