What Would Alvin York Carry Today?
York didn’t need nods or Gucci gear to be lethal—he just needed faith, a clean rifle, and the will to get up and move forward when hell broke loose.
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Delta Force’s Geo Hand Talks About a Hijacking That Wasn’t and Blood That Smelled Like BBQ Sauce
In the dead of night, with the streets empty and the world holding its breath, I raced to answer the call, wondering if this was just another drill or the moment everything changed.
Check Out This Former Delta Force Operator’s Loadout for Taking Down Human Traffickers
Armed with my trusty Benchmade dagger, a high-voltage stun gun, an intimidating telescoping BBC stick, the most wicked pepper spray known to man, my Glock 17 loaded with 9mm rounds, and a Spikes Tactical ST-15 for when things get really dicey, I patrol the streets of Albuquerque, ready to stand my ground against any threat.
Let there be light: Why making a flashlight part of your EDC is worth it
From the earliest days of mankind, one of the few things that separated our particular breed of big-brained monkey from the rest of the competition in the wild was our ability to harness light, in the form of fire. Fire, of course, was paramount to our success as a species for a number of other […]
Watch: Navy SEAL sniper describes getting shot in the head
In a recent installment of the SOFREP series, “Inside the Team Room,” host Aaron “Rad” Radl sat down with former Navy SEAL sniper instructors Brandon Webb and Charlie Melton to talk training, combat, and their transition into civilian life. After leaving service, Melton made headlines a few years ago when he led a team of […]
My everyday carry for life in the United States
My everyday carry has changed over time, and will most likely continue to change. I hope that by sharing this I can give an idea to people new to the concept on how they may want to set theirs up. I’m going to touch on each individual item and some of the benefits they have […]
The Russian Makarov service pistol
The Makarov pistol was Russia’s solution to the need for a modern military side arm and caliber after World War 2. It was a replacement for the TT33 Tokarev, a pistol that was deemed too large and over powered for practical use any more; it also lacked a manual safety, something that most military’s desire […]
The essentials of setting up a combat rig
Whether you’re running a chest rig or a plate carrier, there are some key features or additions that are going to remain requirements no matter what. I will readily admit that not everyone has the same needs for their gear but the following serves as a good rule of thumb. Magazines, communication, medical, and all […]
Op-Ed: Let there be light: Why making a flashlight part of your EDC is worth it
From the earliest days of mankind, one of the few things that separated our particular breed of big-brained monkey from the rest of the competition in the wild was our ability to harness light, in the form of fire. Fire, of course, was paramount to our success as a species for a number of other […]
Patagonia Atom 8L sling bag
It’s really a difficult process for me to find an everyday carry pack that I feel fits the bill. An EDC bag first and foremost, in my mind, needs to not look the least bit tactical, it should be robust, discreet, and minimalist in design. Well after some thorough research, I came across Patagonia’s Atom […]
Choosing the right kit
One thing that a lot of people just getting into the tactical shooting community generally struggle with is the selection of kit or gear setup (plate carriers, chest rigs, holsters, etc.) that is right for them. If you’re like me, you’ll go through a wide array of gear before you settle on something or maybe multiple things that […]
Lockheed Martin touts new (make believe) ‘beast mode’ loadout for the F-35… how would it work?
The Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter has made headlines for years now, though very rarely for anything other than set backs, cost overruns, and subsequent orders for more of the troubled air-frame. The fighter, which the United States and its allies tout at the most advanced military aircraft on the planet, has yet to […]
