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Latest Gear stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Concealment Express OWB Kydex Belt Loop Holster

Concealment Express OWB Kydex Belt Loop Holster

Travis Pike · February 10, 2021

Concealment Express has built an excellent concealed carry rig that is comfortable, safe, and easily accessible.

The Ultimate Pandemic Weapons Guide by Former Head SEAL Sniper Instructor Brandon Webb

The Ultimate Pandemic Weapons Guide by Former Head SEAL Sniper Instructor Brandon Webb

Brandon Webb · February 7, 2021

When choosing your end-of-the-world arsenal, skip the cheap shit. Use this pandemic weapons guide from a former Navy SEAL Sniper instead.

The Best Discreet Last Ditch Slashers and Stabbers

The Best Discreet Last Ditch Slashers and Stabbers

Travis Pike · February 4, 2021

If gun-free zones are part of your daily life, you might need to consider a discreet weapon; these five blades are a great place to start.

How to Choose the Best Blade Type for You

How to Choose the Best Blade Type for You

SOFREP News Team · January 30, 2021

Choosing the best serrated blade for you depends entirely on how you intend to use your knife and what performance you require.

The KelTec Sub 2000: A Bug Out Blaster

The KelTec Sub 2000: A Bug Out Blaster

Travis Pike · January 24, 2021

The folding function of the Sub 2000 makes it extremely compact and easy to carry; It can be stowed in a tennis racket case or bug out bag.

The Best Home Defense Weapons You Can Get Right Now

The Best Home Defense Weapons You Can Get Right Now

SOFREP News Team · January 23, 2021

Finding the best home defense option for you can be a bit daunting. Here’s what our team of Special Operators, SWCCs and SEALs picked and why.

The Gerber Mark II – Vietnam Era Fighting Knife

The Gerber Mark II – Vietnam Era Fighting Knife

Travis Pike · January 18, 2021

As far as legendary fighting knives go, there are a few that stand the test of time. The Gerber Mark II Combat Knife is one great example.

The Vortex Viper Is a Purpose-Built Pistol Red Dot Sight

The Vortex Viper Is a Purpose-Built Pistol Red Dot Sight

Travis Pike · January 17, 2021

It’s hard not to love something purpose-built like the Vortex Viper. It’s a simple optic that will make your old handgun fun again.

The Light OPen 2 – Olight’s Surprise Hit

The Light OPen 2 – Olight’s Surprise Hit

Travis Pike · January 14, 2021

The OPen 2 is a pen light from Olight that combines a great pen with an awesome source of light. This light has surprised me.

The Pocket Pro 2 – Elevate Your Training

The Pocket Pro 2 – Elevate Your Training

Travis Pike · January 12, 2021

There are two critical skills to success in a gunfight: accuracy and speed. Pocket Pro 2 will take your speed training to the next level.

Vortex Venom: A Versatile, Simple, and Affordable Red Dot Sight

Vortex Venom: A Versatile, Simple, and Affordable Red Dot Sight

Travis Pike · December 12, 2020

The Vortex Venom is a versatile and easy-to-use optic. Its size and weight are minimal, its ergonomics are awesome and the it’s built to last. 

NC Star Universal Side Saddle: My Favorite Accessory for Oddball Shotguns

NC Star Universal Side Saddle: My Favorite Accessory for Oddball Shotguns

Travis Pike · December 11, 2020

Got a shotgun that varies from the norm? Well, we have a side saddle for you. The NC Star Universal Side saddle is surpringly great.

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Praesidus Watch Co.

Praesidus builds rugged, American-assembled watches inspired by historic military timepieces. Designed for accuracy and tested for endurance, each watch is made for outdoor explorers, everyday adventurers, and anyone who needs reliability when it matters.

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SIG Sauer

SIG Sauer is a world-class firearms manufacturer trusted by military, law enforcement, and responsible civilian shooters, delivering precision-engineered weapons, optics, and training systems while maintaining a strong commitment to veteran hiring, American manufacturing, and the professionals who rely on their gear when it matters most.

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FightCamp

FightCamp is an at-home boxing and kickboxing training system built around real technique, structured programming, and measurable performance. Members train with fighters and professional coaches while using connected punch and kick trackers that record volume, speed, and power in every round. The result is training that builds conditioning, skill, discipline, and resilience — all from home, on your schedule.

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Essential Provisions

Essential Provisions Field Fuel® meals [ready-to-eat] & sports nutrition products have been developed with the cleanest, high-quality nutrient and energy-dense ingredients available. Research has shown that the whole food nutrients contained in our products have the ability to help.

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BÆRSkin Tactical

Have you ever tried to wear a fleece hoodie in bad weather? We don’t recommend it. That’s why we founded BÆRSkin in 2019 – to create the world’s best outdoor gear that’s just as comfortable at home as it is durable outdoors. “Bad fitting, bulky, and boring” is how we felt about 1000’s of regular fleece hoodies we tested.

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Black Buffalo Tobacco Alternative

If you’re 21 or older and use nicotine or tobacco, charge ahead with Black Buffalo, America’s only credible smokeless tobacco alternative. Black Buffalo dips just like the real thing without the tobacco leaf or stem. Find Black Buffalo in Wawa, Circle K, Sheetz, Love’s, Pilot, Racetrac, and many more retail locations across the United States.

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NEORON Brain Booster

Stay Locked In. No Matter What. NEORON is a brain-boosting beverage built for the mission: sugar-free, crash-free, and engineered for clean, tactical focus through long hours and high-stakes operations. Made for those who grind, stay sharp under pressure, and refuse to fold—if failure isn’t an option, NEORON has your six.

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Pyramyd AIR

Our roots in shooting sports started off back in 1996 with our founder and CEO, Josh Ungier. His love of airguns took hold of our company from day one and we became the first e-commerce retailer dedicated to airguns, optics, ammo, and accessories. Over the next 25 years, customers turned to us for our unmatched product selection, great advice, education, and continued support of the sport and airgun industry.

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