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Whether protecting a client, watching over a venue, or working to keep a crowd safe, the Mission Ready Oxford shoes help you stay focused and ready. Built for those that need a business casual/dress shoe capable of moving in a dynamic environment. The comfort level of these shoes is outstanding. There is no break-in period […]
When I first heard about the Apple AirPods and looked them up, I was immediately turned off by the price. Why in the world would I pay $160 for a pair of earbuds? So I continued to use my old school wired earbuds and even got a Bluetooth pair that had a wire between them. […]
Within military units, especially special operations, you’ll commonly hear the phrase ‘get off the X’. The X represents ground zero when engaged in combat or a fight for your life. In the military, we were trained to do whatever it takes to get off the X quickly so that we reduce the chance of casualties […]
One of the benefits of owning The Gear Bunker is the ability to test and review some of the industry’s coolest and cutting edge products. Vertx has provided me with an interesting piece of kit that will appeal to the CIA, Executive Security, James Bond types. Designed for situations requiring the need to pack a […]
As you may have noticed with much of my content, I’ve got a heavy interest in men’s lifestyle clothing brands that offer me the ability to both move in a dynamic environment and be lethal if the situation warrants. Mobility equals survivability; a phrase coined by Pat McNamara. You need to be able to move […]
I’ve been running through the Violent Nomad workout routine since I’ve read about it in the 100 Deadly Skills book. It’s one of the best and simplest workouts you can do anywhere. You don’t need a gym full of fancy equipment. Use your imagination and get creative with the exercises. Part of living a preparedness […]
Once and awhile while searching the internet, you come across a really cool product. A product that’s not only made in the USA, but made with repurposed material by an American firefighter. Recycled Firefighter, as the name implies, uses anything from decommissioned fire hose, to old nomex clothing and discarded combat boot leather. They produce […]
5.11 Tactical continues to expand it’s fashionable, and functional, options for women’s clothing. The Defender Flex Slim Jean is a great next step. “Sleek, tapered lines and unbeatable comfort make the Women’s Defender-Flex slim-fit jean a great choice. Pair any wash with a blouse, jacket and boots for a smart business casual or weekend look.” […]
A new offering from one of my favorite watch companies. MTM | Watch. If you’ve been reading The Gear Bunker for any length of time, you’d know that we’ve reviewed several variations from MTM | Watch. The new and very limited edition US-744X is a modern and elegant offering yet still retains the classic durability […]
Any woman who calls herself a watch geek has found herself frustrated at one time or another with diamond overload when looking for the next piece to add to the rotation. Sure, blinged-out bezels and hot pink details can be nice, but the female watch hound is not always looking for something frilly. On the […]
Productivity, Naval Supremacy, Accomplishment, Victory. Sounds like a timeline of how America worked together to win World War II. Today, they are the names given to four Big Ass Bricks of soap in Duke Cannon “El Cuatro” Variety Pack. Soap made for hard working men that wake up early and know how to get shit […]
Today I would like to highlight 3Leaf Customs. Created by a First Responder out of a passion for EDC and preparedness. The creator of 3Leaf Customs, Tony Kuhn, is a husband, father of 5 and full-time firefighter/paramedic. Tony is currently on the frontlines of this COVID-19 Pandemic, but during his downtime has decided to bring […]
If you’re not crawling out from under a rock and have seen seen a James Bond film, you know there is a fair amount of action. Planes, trains and automobiles flying all over the place and copious amounts of explosions. During the filming of No Time to Die, the Land Rover Defender was the subject […]
Looking for some new freedom ringing shirts to show your patriotism? Look no further than Freedom Circus Apparel and Axelson Tactical. Their eye catching designs and historic quotes are sure to turn heads. Like, “I prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery.” That about sums up the current political climate and a shirt I wear proudly. […]