Firearms Gear, Tactical Equipment, Optics, and Accessories

Why I Have A Red Dot On My Pistol – Part 1

March 19, 2017October 10, 2015 by Scott Jedlinski

Red Dot Sights (RDS) are possibly the single biggest innovation on the pistol platform in recent years. But just like any “new” thing, it has its evangelists and its naysayers. Is it a valuable tool to help you protect you and your loved ones or is it just an expensive accessory to live out your … Read more

Being Prepared For All Seasons: Through Layer Selection

March 4, 2017October 8, 2015 by Jules C

When dressing before I head out, I like to ask myself, “can I reasonably change a tire, dressed as I am, with the full range of weather and temperatures for today?” From time to time, we must all deal with weather-effects outside of our norm, while still taking on tasks and problems. This may happen … Read more

What is quality?

February 28, 2017September 25, 2015 by Darin Talbot

What is quality? According to the American Society of Quality, quality is – 1. the characteristics of a product or service that bear on its ability to satisfy stated or implied needs; 2. a product or service free of deficiencies in“fitness for use;” or in a “conformance to requirements.” You see the problem lies … Read more

Tactical, cold, wind, rain, survive.

February 28, 2017September 23, 2015 by Lane Critser

Here are some things to consider regarding layering and desolate areas. The land of many mountains, high desert and high winds can make for a challenging way to manage your body heat while working with tacti-cool gear. The critical issue is to maintain a balance of body core temperature and also minimize perspiration which will … Read more

Slings – a very general overview

April 23, 2021August 11, 2015 by Matt Landfair

In regards to slings, there are those with experience that know the way things work and there are those without experience that make decisions based on peer pressure or appearances. Slings are to a carbine as holsters are to a handgun. Slings are a needed piece of equipment. There are essentally three main types of … Read more

Stop Blinding Yourself

October 12, 2022August 5, 2015 by Matt Landfair

People who complain about too much light from flashlights or weaponlights seem to have the same weakness in their argument as those who argue against 9mm. Too much light blinds me, the reflection into the wall/mirror gets to me / 9mm doesn’t get the job done, it’s too weak. Want to know the solution to … Read more