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SWEETWATER, Texas – June 7 2024 Hard Head Veterans, a veteran-owned and operated helmet manufacturing company, announces the launch of its newest product, The HHV ATE® GEN3 Ballistic Helmet. Proudly made at their facility in Sweetwater, Texas by men and women who have worn helmets into combat themselves, the helmet is designed for military, law […]
Ten days in Paris. One watch. Instead of my usual travel routine—packing two timepieces just in case—I rolled the dice and strapped on the new Benrus Type 1-C. Versatile, reliable, and effortlessly cool, the Type 1-C proved it’s more than just a tool watch—it’s a travel companion. The Benrus Type 1 isn’t just another throwback […]
Have you ever been satisfied with the typical beer koozie? Flimsy, underperforming neoprene and usually with some tacky phrase stenciled on the side. Like, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere”, or “Save water, drink beer”, or even “Let’s get ready to stumble”. The bottom line is they “need” a catch phrase to sell their crappy product. Not […]
You may not be heading to the moon anytime soon with your cell phone. But that didn’t stop Phoozy from using NASA-grade technology to help protect your phone on its next Earthly adventure. Made from a proprietary UltraSkin that’s both UV and water-resistant. And a Chromium-infused thermal barrier to protect against both heat and cold. […]
I’ve never been a huge fan of sling bags. Mainly because I usually buy bulky tactical style ones that feel like having a huge tick on my back. Another reason was that I have the tendency to over pack, even just for a day out. Over the past few years, age, mission and a bad […]
About a month ago I was watching a video on the Ranger Fieldcraft and Survival YouTube channel and noticed the channel owner using a different knife than the one that he usually uses in his videos. I dropped him a question in the comments section and he revealed that it was a Terävä Jääkäripuukko 140, […]
Tomahawks appear throughout history from the colonial era to the modern battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan. American popular culture depicts the use of tomahawks in movies like The Patriot and The Last of the Mohicans. However, the average person likely doesn’t realize the robust versatility of the tomahawk. A tool used for camping or a valuable […]
Over the years, I’ve gone through several portable power chargers that claimed to be durable. Some look the part but not many have actually lasted over a year. With all the traveling we do, having a reliable charger is critical. Wether we’re charging phones, a Garmin InReach, Laptops or GoPro’s, there’s always a need for […]
My wife and I enjoy hiking in the backcountry, and one thing that has yet to happen to us is finding out that our truck’s battery died while we were gone on our hike. However, it is better to be prepared than caught unprepared and stranded with a dead battery. Uncharted Supply Co. has improved […]
I’ve been wearing a Dynamis Alliance LoPro belt for about six or seven years now. I love pieces of kit that have hidden pockets and compartments in them. So, when I first saw the advertisement for the LoPro belt with hidden pockets, I ordered one right away. The LoPro belt is the brainchild of Dom […]
One lesson that military members and hunters learn while practicing fieldcraft is how to minimize the amount of sound made from ones equipment and clothing. One piece of clothing that can be extra noisy is raingear. Sitka has an answer to noisy raingear for hunters in the form of the Thunderhead Jacket. Thunderhead Jacket Overview: […]
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Plate carriers are a life-saving piece of gear for anyone operating in a hazardous environment. Whether you’re working in the private military contracting industry, law enforcement, or serving in the Military, you will need a plate carrier for your specific mission set. Choosing the best plate carrier, however, can be difficult due to the sheer number […]
In the fall of 2023, I found a great sale price on one of the new COVRT18 2.0 low profile backpacks from 5.11 Tactical. I had previously owned one of their Gen 1 COVRT18 packs. And although it was a good pack, I just couldn’t get it to work for me. So, when I was […]
As a relatively new deer hunter, I am looking for equipment to complement my hunting gear. One such piece of equipment is a rangefinder. I have found myself several times in the woods wishing I had a rangefinder to help measure different distances across a valley. When offered the opportunity to review the Accuranger 1300 […]