The Ka-Bar is one of the most iconic blades ever made. This mid-century fighting knife was born of necessity. How does it stand up to the standards of today’s war fighters? We will start with a look back at the history and how the knife was designed to kill.
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EDC is TBD When You’re Justin Opinion
Published: August 11, 2015 { 1 comment }I’ve had a concealed carry permit since the early ‘80s. Back then, my EDC was either the Smith & Wesson model 639 or the model 645 in a Galco shoulder rig that held the handgun horizontal on one side and two full extra mags on the other. But times have changed, and so have my preferred carry guns.
The 870 Perfected? Nighthawk’s Shotguns
Published: August 2, 2015 { 23 comments }What’s wrong with the Remington 870? The list isn’t very long. Yet there are ways that the classic pump shotgun can be improved. And Nighthawk has worked out a laundry list of upgrades that cover every inch of the gun. What goes in looks pretty familiar to just about everyone, but the shotgun that comes out the other end is nothing short of perfect.
Revolving Bullpup Shotgun for Your AR? Check out Crye’s SIX12
Published: July 30, 2015 { 10 comments }Originally designed to provide a safer, faster and more efficient means of breaching doors, the SIX12™ is a 6-round, 12-gauge, cylinder-fed shotgun that can be mounted to most AR platforms.
The Philosophy of Every Day Carry (EDC)
Published: July 19, 2015 { 1 comment }Every Day Carry. What’s yours? What gun do you carry everyday? What else? Knives, lights, tools… we’ll be looking at the practicality and functionality. This is the introduction to a series we’re dedication to the here-and-now.
EDC: Tactical Editor GunsAmerica
Published: July 19, 2015 { 2 comments }Jacob Epstein, our Tactical Editor, volunteered for a classic pocket dump. He didn’t have much choice–concealed carry is in his job description. So what’s in his pockets? More than guns. Check out what he’s carrying.
Pro-Tech Godson: Wow! Your Next Knife Purchase?
Published: July 16, 2015 { 12 comments }In the market for a new tactical, urban everyday carry blade? Check out Pro-Tech’s Godson. It’s a must-see.
Advanced Mil-Dot: Estimating Distance Using Your Scope
Published: July 16, 2015 { 29 comments }Break out the calculators–we’re doing some math. This isn’t count-on-your-fingers math, either. We’re talking about the Mil-Dot reticle scope and its use. And this is valuable information for anyone who shoots long range. This isn’t Mil-Dot Made Easy–we’ve done that one already. This is the advanced lesson.
Safer Glock? Gadget Prevents Negligent Discharges While Holstering
Published: July 14, 2015 { 29 comments }The Gadget is, well, a gadget, for Glock handguns that keeps the striker-fire pistols from discharging while holstering.
Build an AR-15: Tools and Materials
Published: July 10, 2015 { 17 comments }In our continuing coverage of the ins-and-outs of AR-15 construction, we’re going to break it down. The rifle, that is–and the tool box. Ever seen a list of all of the parts of an AR-15? It is long. So put together a checklist, and make sure you have all the tools. If you are going to build an AR-15, you will need to be at least somewhat organized.