The Gear Bunker
Matches have been around for quite some time, they have been carried, and used by most outdoorsmen. Matches tend to be frowned upon as a reliable ignition source for fire due to the match stick breaking (this can be attributed to the individual’s technique the majority of the time), or the head of the match […]
For over 120 years, C.C. FILSON has been outfitting prospectors, anglers, hunters and the like. Pioneering his way to Seattle in the late 1800’s his timing was impeccable. With the Great Klondike Gold Rush kicking off in 1897, Seattle was the hub for prospectors heading north to Alaska. Stocking up with provisions, FILSON was poised […]
A successful day on the shooting range starts with bringing the right gear. It starts at home organizing your kit. Packing the correct caliber of ammunition, magazines, hearing protection, optics, range finder, pistols, etc. Owning a range bag capable of carrying what you need in an organized manner ensures you arrive at the range ready […]
Growing up, my Dad and I watched MacGyver every week to see what new things he would do with his Swiss Army Knife to get out of a bind. I also remember my Dad always having a Swiss Army Knife in his pocket regardless of what he was doing. My Dad preferred the Executive knife Victorinox offered […]
A little over a year ago, Olight sent me a Classic style lantern to review. And we’ve been using it ever since in our camper and out in the yard. It works great, and we’ve really enjoyed this addition. Recently I got my hands on the new and improved OLIGHT OLantern Music LED Lantern. Featuring […]
In the world of firearms enthusiasts and professionals, Glock pistols have earned their reputation for reliability and performance. Glock enthusiasts know the importance of having the right accessories to enhance their firearm’s capabilities, and one accessory that has been gaining significant attention is the GripForce EBP (Ergonomic Base Pad). Designed to boost your Glock’s magazine capacity while […]
Compact, lightweight and very effective at removing snow. The Stealth Shovel from the DMOS Collective, although small, punches above its weight. With a lineage that includes shovels like the Alpha Driveway, Alpha Expedition and Delta, it was time I finally offered my thoughts on the smallest snow shovel of the bunch. Living in a northern […]
Although I own all these watches, if I had to pick one to roll with, it would be the Citizen Nighthawk. It’s got the venerable Eco-Drive movement, can be worn with a suit or t-shirt, and can stand up to almost any outdoor adventure including recreational diving and snorkeling. Mechanical watches depend on you to […]
The Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck is built to survive the harshest commute, wherever that may be. What intrigued me the most about this pack is the fact that it contains no velcro areas for patches or molle webbing to mount external pouches too. Also, there are no unnecessary straps and buckles dangling on the outside. […]
One of the advantages of having a survival belt kit is that you always have the essentials on you to keep you alive in the event you get separated from all your other gear, whether that’s due to some accident or in an evasion scenario. When I was enlisted in the Marine Corps, I used […]
When an emergency comes up, or something goes bump in the night, it’s comforting to know that first responders are typically only a few minutes away. The average response time in the top 10 cities in the US range from 5.46 to 9.5 minutes. But that’s if you live in the city. Rural areas like […]
With everything going on in the world, as Americans, the 2nd Amendment remains important. The right to bear arms is infallible. And with that right comes great responsibility. As gun rights are constantly under pressure, it’s imparative that gun owner store their firearms properly. Locked up but readily accessible. As biometrics have improved over the […]
(Cincinnati, Ohio, 10/27/2023) — Prepare for a new era in the Fellowship of Firearms® as Faxon Firearms proudly introduces the FX7 line of Bolt Action Products. This groundbreaking collection includes Precision Rifles, Barreled Actions, Prefit Barrels, and Complete Actions, meticulously engineered for uncompromising accuracy and reliability, all backed by Faxon’s Lifetime Guarantee. Unlock unparalleled precision […]
WANDRD Toiletry and Tech Pouches are made with TPU coated Nylon for added weather protection WANDRD, a small company formed by two brothers, innovates travel bags and accessories. They started this company because they weren’t satisfied with the status quo. And here are a couple of their inventions. The Toiletry Bag and Tech Pouch. Both […]