Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is former editor of RECOIL OFFGRID. He currently resides in Arizona, and enjoys hiking, camping, shooting, and snapping photos along the way. You can follow his latest projects on Instagram at @pmccarthy10.
Survival
Survival Scenarios: Gear Quality or Quantity
Do you bias your survival gear towards a smaller number of top-of-the-line tools, or would you rather diversify with more gear at the expense of longevity?
Preparation
Video: Making Survival Soap from Yucca and Creosote
Hand sanitizer, soap, and shampoo will eventually run out in a survival situation. This video shows how to make natural soap from yucca and creosote plants.
Gear
New: CRKT Knife Maintenance Tool
The new CRKT Knife Maintenance Tool includes a tungsten-carbide sharpener, a ceramic honing edge, two Torx bit drivers, and other helpful functions.
Survival
RECOILtv: Partner Content to Bypass YouTube
RECOILtv has created a Partner Content section to host videos from other noteworthy gun channels who are looking for an alternative to YouTube.
Preparation
Looking Back: Allergies on the Rise Due to Tick Bites
The alpha-gal red meat allergy can be caused by tick bites, specifically those from the lone star tick spreading throughout the eastern United States.
Preparation
Infographic: The History of Communication
This infographic gives a recap of 10 important communication methods and their origins, serving as a reminder of how we communicated throughout history.
Survival
Video: Boiling Water With Just a Knife
NW Primate tested his survival skills by using nothing but a knife to make cordage, start a fire, make a vessel, and boil water for drinking and cooking.
Gear
Review: Bertucci A-2TR Vintage GMT Watch
The new Bertucci A-2TR Vintage GMT is a modern-day homage to the classic field watches of the 1950s. It features a GMT fourth hand and rotating bezel timer.