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If you're interested in guns and survival gear, there's no better time of year than January. That's because this month marks the arrival of SHOT Show 2019, also known as the Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show. SHOT is the world's biggest show of its kind, and as a result it serves as the perfect venue for companies to unveil their newest products. It's no coincidence that you'll see a sudden flurry of articles and social media posts about exciting new guns (and some weird ones) across the internet this week.
For those of us on the RECOIL OFFGRID staff, SHOT Show means spending a full week in Las Vegas checking out guns and gear, conversing with PR people, and taking as many photos as we can. We usually end up tracking more than 5 miles walked each day on the show floor bouncing from booth to booth, but we're certainly not complaining. It's an awesome show, and since it's not open to the public, we have a rare opportunity to cover it.
Tomorrow (Tuesday, January 22nd) is the first day of SHOT Show 2019, and it continues through Friday the 25th. We'll be there from open to close every day, and will be posting photos and video clips to our various social media channels. This live coverage from #SHOTShow2019 will be compiled into the gallery below as we post it, and updated automatically every few minutes. So, be sure to check back throughout the week to see the latest. You can also follow us directly on social media for future event coverage: @recoiloffgridmagazine on Instagram or Facebook.com/OFFGRIDmag.
This weekend @overlandexpo unveiled their “Ultimate Overland Vehicle” build for 2023, based on a modified Lexus LX600 and @offgridtrailers Pando 2.0. Check OFFGRIDweb.com for a list of parts and accessories used in this build. What do you think of the results? Spotted this nice Gladiator Rubicon in the @diodedynamics booth at @overlandexpo. The rock rash on the wheels indicates it actually gets used, too. At @overlandexpo we stopped by the @benchmadeknifecompany booth to check out the new Immunity family of folding knives, including an Axis Lock manual-opening version and the Auto Immunity. They’ll be available later this summer in a variety of colors. You may recognize Tim McGrath’s badass 79-Series Land Cruiser from the article we wrote about it on OFFGRIDweb. It’s at @overlandexpo in the @step22gear booth. We’re at @overlandexpo today walking the booths. If you’re into camping and off-roading, this is the place to be! Although it's certainly true that many social engineering attacks happen on the internet, there's an equally large risk of falling prey to social engineering outside the digital realm. In a broader sense, social engineering is just skillful psychological manipulation, and it can occur in any interaction between two or more people. Full article is fresh on OFFGRID Web, link in our bio. @Rogue.Methods is training company founded by U.S. Army veteran and former Chicago PD undercover officer Raul Martinez Jr. — you can read more about him in my Spotlight interview in Issue 57 (on sale August 15th, 2023). Martinez aims to provide courses that teach realistic fighting skills, rather than the flat-range-focused, technical shooting skills found in many other courses. I recently attended Rogue Methods’ Low-Profile Carbine class, which takes a unique approach to teaching defensive carbine skills. Full article is fresh on OFFGRIDWeb, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine. Avoid being an easy target by reducing your criminal risk profile. It is easy to do and will help keep you out of trouble. Article is certified fresh on OFFGRIDweb, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine. Everyone needs a little silence sometimes, and @huxwrx is here to help. We got a behind the scenes tour of their facility this week to check out the process. “The ability to bring real food — fresh meat, eggs, cheese, fruits and veggies, and so on — makes every trip more enjoyable, whether it's a half-day solo outing or a cross-country family expedition. Fresh food isn't just tastier, it's healthier and more cost-effective than vacuum-packed “camping food.” This realization led me to upgrade my 2022 4Runner overland vehicle build with a Dometic CFX3 fridge, which runs on AC power from a wall outlet or 12V DC power from a vehicle or mobile battery pack.” Head over to OFFGRIDWeb to see the full review from OFFGRID’s @pmccarthy10. This week we were able to take a peek inside the @desert_tech production facility in Utah. Instead of cobbling together a night vision rig on your own, @armasight_usa has eliminated the guesswork by putting together everything you need in one package: the PVS-31 or PVS-14 Premium Kit. @ParashooterGear is a small semi-custom tactical nylon shop that has done an excellent job of filling some market niches with well-made and innovative gear. We previously reviewed their AK-centric VOLK chest rig which served us well in training. More recently, they released new rig called the Pathfinder. The premise is simple: a flat-laying multi-cell panel with laser cut slots to attach MOLLE/PALS style pouches on the front, with a soft hook-and-loop panel on the back for a drop down or “dangler” style pouch. The Pathfinder is available in three different sizes: 3-, 5-, and 7-cell. We chose to split the difference and review the 5-magazine model. Pricing ranges from $85 to $150 depending on size. Full article is fresh on OFFGRIDWeb.com. Finding multiple uses for a single piece of gear is one of the best ways to adapt to ever changing situations, headgear is no different. One interesting way to diversify your survival portfolio, is with the use of a modernized scarf like the one by outdoor company @tuffpossumgear This weekend, we’re taking a @2alpha_traininggroup Lone Operator class at the @diamondbackrisk training facility. Solo CQB is never a situation you want to be in, but it’s valuable to know how to maximize your safety if it becomes unavoidable. Bring a Trailer is a massive digital auction platform that helps vehicle sellers and buyers connect after a successful bid. While the kinds of vehicles being auctioned range from classic cars to collector vehicles, it is not limited to those. Recently a seriously tricked out 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser went up for auction on the site. Although the reserve was not met, it highlights the fact that there are other ways to get into the overlanding experience without having to be mechanically inclined. Full article is fresh up on Offgirdweb, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine. The Karsumba: Toor Knives is one of those companies that constantly surprises us with the quality of their offerings. The Karsumba is their take on the Karambit without the distinctive ring to make it more concealable. The Micarta handles offer a no-slip grip, and the look and feel of the FlexTech Kydex is nothing short of amazing. This is one of those knives that once you pick it up, you don’t want to put it down A Firebiner is a variation of the commonly used carabiner. Carabiners come in a wide range of styles and load bearing capabilities, and are a commonly used piece of gear for many outdoor enthusiasts. From high-angle technical rope, to keeping a canteen in a handy position, there are endless uses for this simple item. But for one of @Outdoor.Element's founders, Mike Mojica, the carabiner just wasn't versatile enough. Multitools are often used as a common EDC item, so he decided to take carabiners to the next level by cleverly building a plethora of useful tools into the design. There are several models of Firebiner, and many colors to choose from. Full article is fresh on OFFGRID Web, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine. We recently attended a Fieldcraft Survival tracking fundamentals class taught by Craig Caudill @naturereliance, the Director of Nature Reliance School. A writeup on this class will appear in Issue 57 of our magazine, on sale in August, so keep an eye out for that. A couple days after the tracking class, we were able to connect with Craig on Zoom for an interview to get to know him a little better, and get his thoughts on topics related to the class, survival skills, and tracking in general. Full interview + article is fresh on OFFGRID web, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine We sought out four rifle bags that were purpose-built for carrying short weapons. One is a relatively basic clamshell case design, while another is a full-fledged backpack with weapon-retention features. The remaining two split the difference, incorporating both case-style carry handles and backpack-style shoulder straps. Read on to see if one of these packs might be just right for your compact gun of choice. Full article is fresh on OFFGRID Web, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine.
By utilizing Direct Laser Metal Forming (DLMF), a state-of-the-art 3D printing method, HUXWRX can design their flow-through technology with greater precision and heat tolerances.
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Here, talented gunsmiths combine modern CNC machining with their passion for firearms to create a unique product.
Thank you @JeffWood for showing us around!
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#deserttech #bullpup #northspringsshootingrange #hunting #guns #edc #tactical #recoiloffgrid #offgrid
These aren’t the old grainy green NVG’s you might be familiar with. They use crisp, clear white phosphor tubes. And each kit comes with a @teamwendy1 helmet and everything you need to mount the NVG’s on it.
Special thanks Range Master Scott Olsen of North Springs Shooting Range in Utah for providing the facilities to test out the optics!
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#Armasight #armasight_usa #teamwendy1 #northspringsshootingrange #nightvision #pvs #nods #whitephosphor #nighthunt #nighthunting #nightvisiongoggles #nvg
#tuffpossum #survivalscarf #offgrid #recoiloffgrid #tuffpossumgear #naturereliance #craigcaudill #jasonsalyer #survivaldispatch #gear #scarf #survival
In this clip, head instructor and former Green Beret Kawa Mawlayee demonstrates the “peek, pause, push” method for moving from a room into a hallway.
On OFFGRID, we take a closer look at hawkbill blades, a unique knife design with an old history that excels at several cutting tasks. Full article on OFFGRID Web, link in our bio @recoiloffgridmagazine.
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