EDC

A .38 Special for self-defense? It’s not the fastest or most powerful round, but it is the best round if it meets two key criteria: It’s the one you’ll actually carry and you can shoot it accurately. So, yes, a .38 Special for self-defense.

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes A brand-new leather holster is like a fine pair of boots — stiff at first, but with the right care and use, it molds perfectly to fit. You may find that drawing or re-holstering your gun feels awkward or tight when you first obtain your holster. This isn’t a defect [...]

I’m stepping in front of the lens to talk about a piece of gear that’s completely changed how I approach concealed carry in the summer…the Arrowhead Tactical Carrier Shorts Mk.II. If you’re like me and want to carry every day but dread the idea of wearing pants when it’s over 100°F, these shorts might be [...]

Ultimate gear guide for Father’s Day 2025.

If you’re looking for a pistol that combines cutting-edge technology with practical performance, the Kimber Carbon Compact (OR) is a game-changer.

In our testing, yes. The EC9s ran every load Jordan Michaels fed it without a single malfunction, including a deliberate one-handed limp wrist test and magazines topped off to full capacity. Five different loads, FMJ and hollow point, 115 to 125 grains, all fed, fired and ejected. Accuracy was right where a budget carry gun [...]

The Beretta 92 Compact (like this Beretta 92 Compact with rail INOX) is a classic reborn, channeling its double/single action predecessor.

It’s a volatile world and extra firepower might be important. Using a discreet backpack it’s possible to carry something like the FN SCAR 15p

Case knives are the epitome of a classic folding knife and chances are that your grandpa had one. They have also had EDC styles for many years, but for 2024 the new Bridgeline series is applying the classic forms to the modern functions.