All Outdoor
Machine Guns for Country Cops – 161 Federal Guns for 31 Officers
Many Americans have grown increasingly concerned about small law enforcement departments using more and more military equipment and tactics. As departments add military equipment – and mindset – to their law enforcement “toolbox,” some say that citizens are being faced with military police forces on the streets of the USA.
...“Defender” Self-Defense Tool Sends Photo, Sounds Alarm, Disables Attacker
Ain’t technology grand? Sometimes, that is. And if a new device simply called “The Defender” performs as advertised, it can help catch criminals and help victims.
...How to Find AK-47, Saiga, and Vepr Guns In-Stock
If you’re part of the current mad rush to buy up Kalashnikov guns, then you probably already know that they’re selling out everywhere. Well, here’s a public service announcement for how to find the few that are left: try IronSights.com’s gun search engine.
...KnifeTests.com Cold Steel SRK Destruction Test
This week’s KnifeTest.com playlist features the Cold Steel Survival Rescue Knife (SRK). The SRK retails for $134.99 through Cold Steel’s website. With a blade length of 6″, this knife is smaller than some other KnifeTests.com test knives, and has a nice, simple and streamlined design from tip to handle. Cold Steel says, “Survival/Rescue operations demand a versatile knife able to withstand the most extreme abuse.” Few people take that as literally as Noss, who pushes this knife to its limits in this 7-part destruction test.
...Crossbreed Holsters are a Breed Apart
You’ve heard the cliché’, “I’ve got a box full of holsters, but I’m still searching for just the right design to do what I want a holster to do.” Well, my search is over.
...Vepr 12 first impressions
Vepr (“Wild Boar”) 12 is a Russian magazine-fed shotgun imported Mach 1 Arsenal. Based on the RPK light machine gun receiver, it improves on the original with the addition of a magazine feed tower enabling straight-line insertion.
...5 Beautiful Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb
Despite Airbnb’s mixed press as of late due to their new logo, Airbnb is an interesting service that offers people the chance to stay in unique places around the world that normally might have been unattainable. I’ve used the service once before on a trip to Canada, and it was fun to stay in a place other than a hotel or hostel–and we were in a much better location for a fraction of the cost to stay in a nearby hotel.
...The Birth of a Tool, part 1
The maker movement and craftsmanship is back in full swing, and it’s refreshing to see tools and products made by hand. The first part of a documentary created by John Neeman Tools, called The Birth of a Tool, showcases the process of building an axe. John Neeman Tools is a Latvia-based company that creates hand-forged tools and knives intended for woodworking.
...Ground Strike Reactive Targets Review
Paper isn’t very reactive, steel is heavy, and it’s not legal to shoot at Nazis, Commies and their fellow travelers… so what’s a guy to use for marksmanship practice? Ground Strike targets looked like a good option, so I tried a couple of them.
...Crosman 2300S Air Pistol Review
I’ve been shooting airguns, on and off, for thirty years. In the USSR, break-open .177 pellet guns were common at indoor arcades, and I spent many a 5-copek coin to buy two pellets and launch them against reactive metal targets 5-10 meters away. In 1990 Illinois, my father bought a pump pellet gun, a surprisingly accurate Crosman 740. Another decade later, I bought a Daisy break-open .177 for the sake of nostalgia. It proved quite useful for back yard marksmanship practice and a couple of rabbits, but the spongy trigger and fuzzy scope limited its utility.
...Would-Be Killer’s Death by Concealed Carry
San Antonio, Texas
...Book Takes a Look Inside Mass Killer’s Mind
Mass murderers do much to damage us as a society. This includes the people they kill, injure, and terrorize; the police officers and emergency medical workers who must bear witness to the horror they leave behind; the citizens left to live with the emotional scars and lack of trust that results from knowing such monsters live among us… and often, hastily-passed laws to further restrict the freedoms of those who had nothing at all do to with the crime.
...Obama vs. Gun Owners: No More Saigas, Kalashnikovs
Barack Obama’s latest offense against gun owners comes by way of Executive Order 13662. Purportedly related to Ukraine (yeah, right), this order prohibits business dealings with a long list of Russian individuals and businesses. Although this and all other executive orders are arguably illegal, there is no doubt that the strong arms of the executive branch (FBI, ATF, etc) will enforce it. This means it will very likely have real effects for gun owners.
...New Book Advocates Becoming a Marauder if TSHTF
Even though the pseudonymous author of the new book Doomsday Marauders is clearly a terrible person, I think it’s great that this book is out there. What is it? It’s basically a how-to manual for turning yourself into a member of one of those roving gangs of bad guys who pop up in every work of apocalyptic fiction — whether they’re the wasteland raiders from Mad Max or the Fallout video game series, or more recently the “Claimers” on The Walking Dead.
...A Long Look at the Fallkniven A1
SurvivalCache.com has posted a really, really long review of the Fallkniven A1. It’s worth checking out if you’re curious about this particular classic survival knife.
...Arrow Vane Basics
What are the trade-offs in the different types of arrow vanes? Let’s focus on the two most common types:
...Six Flashlight and Knife Products That Should Be On the Market, but Aren’t
If you have ever played fantasy baseball or football, you probably understand the mentality that leads people to daydream about trading for players to make their team “perfect.” You swap this guy for that guy, drop this guy, and pick this guy up off the waiver wire. This chain reaction of transactions starts with an obvious move. You have two good third baseman, your trade partner just lost his to injury. The rest happens like dominos.
...Jewelry for the Fisherman (and Fisherwoman)
Sometimes, you need a gift for a fisherman who has everything. Or, perhaps, a lady who fishes but also enjoys a bit o’ bling. if so, Tight Lines Jewelry might have just what you’re looking for.
Described on the website as “a passionate expression of the fly angler,” this company offers a wide variety of sterling silver trinkets for men and women. Much of it is geared towards fly fishing, but some is more universal – such as the largemouth bass cuff links.
Cuff links, pendants, rings, earrings, bracelets, and tie & lapel tacks may appeal to guys and gals who like to wear shiny things when they’re not afield fishing for slimy things. If you know someone like that and you don’t have a shortage of cash, this stuff might be just the ticket.
It’s not for low-key rednecks like myself, but hey – different strokes for different folks.
Do You Use a Bow Sling?
I’ve toted a compound bow – often awkwardly – for many miles over the years. It’s been a while since then, and an injury prevents me from using one these days, but I clearly recall how aggravating that bow could be.
...Wallets on Kickstarter
We like to share cool Kickstarter projects here on occasion, and it’s interesting to see the platform jumpstart new manufacturing and product design businesses. There’s a few reasons this is good for gearheads; we get more variety in the items we can integrate into our day to day lives, and we can directly support small business. It’s also a place where trends emerge, especially as successful Kickstarter campaigns set precedence.
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