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Unconventional Weapon: The OSS Stinger Pen Gun

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Unconventional Weapon: The OSS Stinger Pen Gun

During WWII, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) developed the Stinger. This single-use covert gun resembles a pen...

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Can You Survive After a Nuclear War?

Preparation

Can You Survive After a Nuclear War?

In the event of full-scale nuclear war, more than 1 billion lives may...

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Cooler Heads Will Prevail: Wide Brim Hat Buyer's Guide

Gear

Cooler Heads Will Prevail: Wide Brim Hat Buyer's Guide

Unlike a ball cap, a wide brim hat offers 360-degree protection for...

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June 3, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

SOFIC 2018: Top 3 Pieces of Special-Ops Survival Gear

There were several bright spots at SOFIC 2018, including finding awesome new special-operations-oriented survival gear which we hadn’t yet seen in person.

May 31, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Save Your Breath: Preparing for a Chemical Weapon Attack

Recent chemical attacks in Syria show just how deadly and widely used chemical weapons are. Many toxins can be made using common household materials.

May 20, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Reader's Recap: Traversing the Colonial Parkway

Russ, a 68-year-old Army veteran, recently embarked on a 23-mile solo journey across the entirety of the historic Colonial Parkway in Virginia.

April 27, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Video: Eating a 118-Year-Old Emergency Ration

Steve cautiously peels open this emergency ration from the turn of the century, and consumes the mystery meat within. Don't try this at home.

April 22, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Buyer's Guide: Boonie Hats

Boonie hats were first worn by Special Forces in the jungles of Vietnam, and they're ideal for the "boonies" -- that is, remote backcountry environments.

April 13, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

The Armored Group Unveils New Terrier LT-79

The TAG Terrier LT-79 is based on a reinforced Toyota Land Cruiser chassis with a 4.5L V8 turbo diesel engine. It also has rifle-rated armor…

February 26, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Review: LOWA Innox Evo TF Trail Shoes

We recently picked up a pair of LOWA Innox Evo TF trail shoes. These are part of the Task Force line, and feature a subdued…

November 11, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Veterans Day Short Film: "Place of Peace"

For Veterans Day 2017, SITKA Gear created the following short film about the experiences of Ret. Master Sergeant Bobby Farmer.

August 14, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: Grey Ghost Precision Complete Glock Slides

The new Grey Ghost Precision Glock slides are now available in complete ready-to-function configuration, including options for a threaded barrel or RMR cut.

June 24, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: Modern Icon Bespoke Leather Dog Collars

There's one piece of kit that every dog needs: a collar. Modern Icon recently unveiled its new line of Bespoke Leather dog collars for tactical…

June 1, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Infographic: Martial Law Guidelines in the Philippines

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has issued a set of guidelines for martial law, to help the public understand the events unfolding in Mindanao.

May 16, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Foreign MRE Poll #3: Which Would You Rather Eat?

These foreign MREs were produced in 2016, and sourced from Brazil, Singapore, and Australia by YouTuber Steve1989. Which military ration would you eat?

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