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First Look: 5.11 COVRT Boxpack
This year’s Shot Show didn’t yield a ton of new pack designs (unless you’re into conceal carrying a rifle) but one that did catch my eye was the 5.11 COVRT Boxpack. 5.11 COVRT Boxpack The Boxpack...
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THE-E Pocket Organizer Multicam Black Limited Edition
OV Innovations (the company formerly known as Oneiros Valley) has released the THE-E Pocket Organizer. We reviewed a prototype of the pouch last November when it went on pre-order. OV sent us the...
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What I’ve Learned After a Year of Concealed Carry
Illinois was the last state to pass a concealed carry law and I was among the first to get a license last February. I did quite a bit of research prior to that and after a full year of carrying...
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Gear Diary: Direct Action and Zulu Nylon Gear
I had a great conversation with Joel Zaruba from Zulu Nylon Gear last month. We haven’t heard much from Zulu lately but Joel is making a renewed push to get the word out on his gear this year and I...
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Vvego Custom Leather Dog Tags
These heavy-duty leather dog tags from Vvego International are pretty slick. They’re 2 1/8″ Long x 1 3/16″ Wide and include a coated aircraft cable lanyard. However, what really makes them truly...
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Zulu Nylon Gear Pen Stackerz Review
One of the reasons I got into tactical gear is that manufacturers in the industry tend to come up with really inventive ways to organize kit so that it can be accessible on the fly. I have entire bins...
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First Look: Direct Action Legacy Line Packs
We received a box from Direct Action yesterday. Anyone who often visits this site knows I abhor un-boxing posts and videos BUT I had to show the DA packaging…. That’s not a t-shirt on top. Each...
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Benefits of 500D Cordura and Laser Cut Molle
There has been a shift in the tactical industry towards lighter weight materials to lessen the load for soldiers in the field. Of course, this has been a focus of the civilian outdoor market for a...
View ArticleThings to ask when asking for Bag Recommendations
I get a ton of requests to make bag recommendations. I also read posts on other sites from people asking others for advice on which bag would be right for them. However, in most cases, the person...
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Aer Fit Pack Kickstarter Campaign
If you commute into an urban area for work and have been looking for a stylish pack that can carry your mobile office gear and a change of clothes, then the Aer Fit Pack Kickstarter Campaign is worth...
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First Look: Kifaru Antero EDC Pack
I’ve never done a bag review on Kifaru and I’m not even sure why. Considering I look through everything with an Everyday Carry lens, I suppose it’s because I was procrastinating until Kifaru launched...
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Why I won’t give up my Shield for the Glock 43
As you’ve probably heard by now, Glock has announced the availability of its long-awaited single stack 9mm pistol – the Glock 43. The new Glock 43 According to Glock VP Josh Dorsey, “The G43 is the...
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Glock 43 Reliability
We always want to be balanced in our views here so after my Glock 43 versus Shield article, I wanted to share with you a great video that the guys over at the Iraqverteran8888 Youtube channel did on...
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Subscriber Giveaway: Wenger Blackout Evogrip 10
It’s been a while since we’ve included a knife in the GAW. For this one, I’ve selected the Wenger Blackout Evogrip 10 – a cool version of the Swiss Army knife with blacked out PVC coated tools....
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Tactical Home Shopping Network
5.11 Tactical held their own version of the Tactical Home Shopping Network… Here’s the video that 5.11 posted to their YouTube Channel highlighting one of their “innovative limited edition...
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First Look: Beyond Limited Edition Stitched Cap
Beyond has released a Limited Edition Stitched Cap in Grey. I’m a sucker for baseball caps and I despise those Flex Fit monstrosities that squeeze your dome if your hat size is on the larger end of...
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Triple Aught Design Fast Pack Litespeed Review
Triple Aught Design released a re-engineered version of their popular Fast Pack Litespeed this past October. The new Triple Aught Design Fast Pack Litespeed Since then, it’s been restocked and sold...
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First Look: New 2015 Knives from CRKT
In case you haven’t noticed, CRKT (Columbia River Knife and Tool Inc.) has put out some pretty interesting products lately. The Squid Black Stonewash is an everyday carry folding knife from designer...
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Gear Diary: Arc’teryx, Tenba, and Upcoming Reviews
Spring is here and every year at this time I look for opportunities to upgrade my layering system. As many of you know, I’m a huge Triple Aught Design fan and the Stealth LT continues to be my go to...
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Tenba BYOB 7 Camera Insert Review
I love when I find accessories that make the bags I own even better. Such is the case with the Tenba BYOB 7 Camera Insert. Tenba BYOB 7 Camera Insert The BYOB 7 fits a compact mirrorless camera...
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