Olight Obulb – Handy, Dandy, and Mini
Being an infantryman means spending lots and lots of time outdoors; often under the stars, in the cold, and sometimes in the rain. In the mercy of the great Marine... Read more.
Grey Man Tactical – Organize Your Pack
When it comes to packing a bag, there are lots of different schools of thought. Some people pack for easy access to essentials, some pack for comfort on long hikes,... Read more.
Olight Freyr – Mini Beam of Sunlight
Olight is a small company slowly making a big name for itself. As their name implies, they are all about producing lights. They do a little bit of everything, from... Read more.
Tactical Made shooting gloves – protection and dexterity
A little company called Range Often was kind enough to send me a pair of their Tactical Made gloves. These gloves were designed to provide a protective layer between... Read more.
Gunsport Pro earplugs: protect your ears
A few times a day, I am plagued by this loud “DING” that radiates in one ear, and sometimes both. That’s the joy of tinnitus, a condition that plagues what’s... Read more.
Pelican Cases 101 – Mission Essential Gear
If you spend anytime at all in the modern military, you’ve likely seen Pelican Cases. These cases protect sensitive equipment ranging from Tough Books to 50 Caliber... Read more.
The Sentry Gunnar Low Profile Operator Belt
In 2009 we deployed to the Helmand province with these massive old IOTV bulletproof vests. Once we arrived, we promptly traded these massive sweatshirt-like vests... Read more.
The BFG Vickers Sling – Beloved By Troops
When it comes to issued gear, Marines often have complaints. Lots of complaints. Rarely do you run across a piece of equipment that’s universally adored, but there... Read more.
The ESEE 4 – The Modern Field Knife
When I wrote about The Ka-Bar, I mentioned it was an old design, and better-fixed blade devices exist these days. When I wrote that, the knife I had in mind was... Read more.
The SOG Baton – A Pocket-Sized Revolution
I have grown to embrace a minimalist take on the things I carry daily. I hate carrying obnoxious stuff in my pockets, and I tend to shy away from belt carrying knives... Read more.