Tools

Even though I had assumed I knew enough, almost everything I had understood about a general purpose AR-15 had changed in a handful of years.

If you put together a trauma medical kit or individual first aid kit (IFAK) several years ago, it may be outdated or expired.

Working as a forester and volunteering for search-and-rescue incidents is demanding. The Mystery Ranch Shift Plus 900 is perfect for those tasks.

The Phantom Hill CTF-2 features new three-button controls and SureFire-compatible modularity. It is expected to be available in June 2022.

It isn’t light reading, but if you are serious about producing a portion of your own food sustainably, this book should be on your shelf.

The new 50-watt Midland MXT575 GMRS mobile radio can easily connect to repeaters, mobile radios, and cheap Baofeng handhelds I already own.

The new SOG Recondo FX knife features a 4.6-inch clip point blade with full-tang construction and a rubber-overmolded handle.

The new Vertx Ardennes Collection backpacks feature water-repellent canvas and leather trim that won't look out of place in an urban environment.

iTAK is an app that allows you and your group to tag locations, trace routes, discuss objectives, and track each other's positions.

The Fix It Sticks Compact Ratcheting Multi-Tool includes a reversible ratcheting mechanism, 15 bits, and a pry bar in a pocket-friendly case.

Precision shooting requires a solid understanding of external ballistics — in other words, how a bullet moves after it leaves the gun.

For most day-to-day uses, small pocket knives can make a lot more sense than tromping around with a Bowie knife or Woodsman's Pal.