One of the more memorable scenes from the 1973 film Soylent Green was Edward G. Robinson on his pedal powered generator, to keep the lights in a post collapse scenario. Is pedal power realistic? How much power do you get? We we able to try the $195 extremely innovative K-Tor Power Box, one of the few complete package options on the market. It generates 20 watts at a steady pedal rate. This is not a ton of power, but lets take a look at the actual numbers, plus a general review of the product itself. One of the nice features on the K-Tor is that it generates 120 volts, not 12v like most backup power systems. The power is DC, not AC, but you can plug your regular wall warts right into the K-Tor, because DC will pass through the power rectifiers in the wall wart. Most electronic devices run on DC, but electric motors are generally AC.
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Kalashnikov Concern responds to Sanctions
Published: July 18, 2014 { 0 comments }The Kalashnikov Concern released a short statement in response to the recent sanctions imposed by the U.S., which ban the importation of all the company’s products and firearms.
‘Your job or your life,’ story of Don Pitaniello
Published: July 18, 2014 { 0 comments }Pulling a firearm in the face of a knife-wielding robber cost him his job, but Don Pitaniello of Rutland, Vermont, stands behind his decision to defend himself while working at a convenient store with a stringent ‘gun-free’ policy.
CMMG Mk9 PDW Review: 9mm AR Pistol Range Test
Published: July 18, 2014 { 15 comments }The CMMG Mk9 PDW is one of those guns often defined by what it is not. It is not a modern sporting rifle, exactly. It isn’t a 5.56. It is not a traditional AR pistol (if such a thing exists). But if you’re looking for something larger, faster, and more stable than a full-sized pistol, the Mk9 may be for you. If you are looking for something smaller and less powerful than an AR carbine, the Mk9 is an ideal choice. Not quite a carbine, more than a pistol: the Mk9 shines.
The ‘Flip and Switch’ presented by Demolition Ranch
Published: July 18, 2014 { 0 comments }Can you reload your shotgun like this? Can you pull off the ‘flip and switch’?
Crime drop is due to armed citizens, says Detroit Police Chief
Published: July 18, 2014 { 6 comments }Detroit Police Chief James Craig credits law-abiding gun owners for the decline in burglaries, robberies and car-jackings in The Motor City.
House votes to defund D.C. gun laws
Published: July 17, 2014 { 9 comments }The House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to add an amendment to an appropriations bill that would defund the enforcement of D.C.’s onerous gun laws, perhaps bringing the District in line with the minimum federal standard.
Passenger jet crashes in Ukraine, terrorists to blame?
Published: July 17, 2014 { 0 comments }A passenger jet crashed near the Ukraine-Russian border on Thursday killing 295 people, leading many to speculate that it was at the hand of terrorists.
Raso covers Rambo in Media Lab ‘Quick Draw’ episode
Published: July 17, 2014 { 0 comments }Former Navy SEAL Dom Raso cover the quick draw from Rambo in episode 11 of the NRA’s media lab.
Beretta 1301 Tactical Shotgun Review: A “Carbine” Shotgun
Published: July 17, 2014 { 42 comments }What attracted me to this gun for testing and evaluation is its compact size, light weight and super quick handling. You can think of it as a shotgun carbine. The Beretta 1301 is compact, fast, and agile.