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When it comes to your EDC one of the most ignored items is a light. I get it, a gun, a folding EDC knife, possibly a multitool, a reload, keys, cell phone, and more can fill your pockets up fast. With that in mind and my own hatred of full pockets, I picked up a […]
During the first half of the twentieth century there were times when food and money were scarce. Mainly due to war or an economic downturn. During World War One and World War Two, people were encouraged to grow Victory Gardens to supplement their diets. Mainly due to the huge quantities of crops needed to feed […]
When I first lay my eyes on a watch, the initial impression it leaves on me carries a lot of weight. In most cases, if a watch fails to impress me within the first 30 seconds, it becomes an uphill task for it to win me over. While this approach has proven to be reliable, […]
Minimalist design meet maximum performance in the new ZT0230 from Danish designer Jens Ansø When I first received the ZT0230 for review, I had mixed feelings on this design. Up until now, all of my folding knives have one form of locking mechanism or another. This slip-joint design is a non locking pocket knife. This […]
Revolutionizing Eye Protection for the Sport Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Industry. Yuma, AZ – July 19, 2023 – GATORZ Eyewear, a leading innovator in eyewear for the Sport Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking new product, the Blastshield. Designed to transform the way military personnel, law enforcement […]
I recently received a Yeti Boomer 8 Dog Bowl to review. I know it’s not the usual type of gear we review here on The Gear Bunker, but being a dog lover I was really looking forward to the opportunity to check out this piece of K9 kit. Initially thinking I was being sent a […]
Yeti is continuing its mission to over-engineer products and charge a fair amount of coin for it. The new Trailhead Camp Chair is no exception. Built to the same bombproof standards as their Hondo Basecamp Chair which I previously reviewed. The Trailhead Camp Chair borrows some of the same tech but re-engineers how it folds. […]
The one thing about reviewing firearms and outdoor equipment is you get to test and evaluate a lot of cool gear. One company that I’ve been very excited to see their optics repeatedly is ZeroTech Optics. Recently we reached out to them, and were able to get our hands on our featured optic the Thrive […]
When it comes to everyday carry (EDC) items, few tools are as versatile and essential as an EDC folding knife. Whether you need to open packages, perform light-cutting tasks, or handle emergency situations, a high-quality EDC folding knife is a must-have companion. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know […]
If you haven’t heard, Breeo recently introduced an innovative new product in their Smokeless Firepit product line. We’ve been lucky enough to get our hands on one of the first examples and we love it so far. Much like the X-Series smokeless Firepits, The new Y-Series retains a lot of the same proven technology. But […]
Pat McNamara is a 22-year special operations veteran, 13 years were in the U.S. Army’s 1st SFOD-D (Delta). Pat is one of the premier instructors training anyone from secret service to new shooters. Pat McNamara has been using the NeoMag for well over 4 years now. With the experience and background that Pat has, we don’t take his […]
For nearly six decades, the Ruger 10/22 has held a prominent place in the world of shooting sports. But what makes it so special, you ask? It’s the fusion of reliability, affordability, and customization that sets this semi-automatic rifle apart from its competitors. Think of threaded barrels as the ‘extra spice’ in your shooting experience. Say goodbye […]
When enjoying the outdoors, going for walks or rucking in low light conditions, having a safety light is helpful on those adventures. Safety lights can also mark tripping hazards at the campsite or warn nightly auto traffic that someone is walking along a road. In the worst case, safety lights can help signal the location […]
In the Marine Corps, when I either traveled home or changed duty stations, in order to transport my uniforms without them wrinkling, I had to use the traditional garment bag. The traditional garment bags fill their intended role very well, but they are limited to only that role and tend to be big and bulky. […]