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My Christmas wish list this year isn’t anything too crazy and are things that I’d actually use. I tried hard to keep it practical and somewhat realistic. Maybe my wish list will give you some great Christmas ideas.<\/p>\n

Mora Companion Heavy Duty Knife with Sandvik Carbon Steel Blade\u00a0<\/strong> $18.95\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

Another Mora Knife<\/a> is always welcome.\u00a0 They are practically indestructible and come razor sharp (I\u2019ve skinned and gutted deer & elk with them).\u00a0 And you\u2019d be hard pressed to find a knife that can match it for less than $20.\u00a0 So with a price like that, any task you have, no matter how dirty or punishing, you can grab a trusty Mora and tackle it without worrying about damaging the knife.\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

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Deluxe Fix-it-Stick Set with Torque Limiters<\/strong>\u00a0 $180<\/p>\n\"Ivan<\/a>\n

There is nothing worse than having something come loose or need to change something out at the range and not having the right tool for the job.\u00a0 This Fix-it-Stick<\/a> set makes it easy.\u00a0 Need to adjust or mount a scope at the range?\u00a0 No problem.\u00a0 Remove the action of your rifle to inspect something?\u00a0 Easy.\u00a0 This set not only has about every tool and bit you need but more importantly, comes with torque limiters so that you can reassemble everything back to spec.\u00a0 Many items have been wrecked by some overzealous turning of a wrench.\u00a0 This set alleviates all of that and in a small package too.<\/p>\n\"Ivan<\/a>\n

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Sebenza 21 Knife by Chris Reeve<\/strong> $450<\/p>\n\"Ivan<\/a>\n

While I am a pragmatist and love functional objects, occasionally I find something that is functional and aesthetically amazing at the same time.\u00a0 As far as pocket knives go, the Sebenza 21 by Chris Reeve<\/a> fits the bill.\u00a0 A titanium handled knife with a hollow ground CPM S35VN blade and using a Reeve Integral Lock.\u00a0 All of which comes together to create an incredibly clean, beautiful and at the same time fully functional knife.\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

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Outdoor Research Colossus Parka\u00a0<\/strong> $500<\/p>\n\"Ivan<\/a>\n

Because being cold sucks\u2026\u00a0 Sure there are great layering systems out there, but I want the outer layer, the one that just keeps me warm.\u00a0 After many long cold days and nights, I\u2019m ready for the Colossus Parka<\/a>.\u00a0 Filled with PrimaLoft Gold insulation as well as being wind and water resistant, this jacket is ready for the drop in temperatures.\u00a0 Ready to sit in a blind, hang out on a ridge line or kick your feet up at camp and not give a thought to the cold.<\/p>\n

Snake Eater Tactical IWB Mag Pouch<\/strong>\u00a0 $16\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

If something isn\u2019t comfortable, you won\u2019t wear it.\u00a0 So then Every Day Carry becomes Whatever is Comfortable Carry.\u00a0 And since no one ever lamented having an extra magazine, you may as well have a comfortable way of carrying it.\u00a0 The Snake Eater Tactical IWB Magazine Pouch<\/a> does a great job at just that.\u00a0 It allows you to carry any sized magazine, from a Glock 43 to a Glock 21.\u00a0 Offering plenty of retention and at the same time being comfortable all day and lightweight.\u00a0 Hard to beat.<\/p>\n

Honey Badger (with Silencer) by Q<\/strong>\u00a0 $2599\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

The Honey Badger<\/a> not only is like holding part of a spaceship, but it is a little piece of history.\u00a0 The original Honey Badger is what started the entire production and commercialization of the 300 Blackout cartridge.\u00a0 And thanks to Q you can own one.\u00a0 Your very own quiet little suppressed 300 Blackout.\u00a0 *Regrettably it requires 2 stamps from the ATF since it is a short barreled rifle and comes with a silencer, but some good things are worth the wait.*<\/p>\n

Scalarworks PEAK Sights<\/strong>\u00a0 $239\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

As optics get better and more reliable people tend to move away from iron sights.\u00a0 Call me nostalgic, but after cutting my teeth on an M16A2 in the Marine Corps, iron sights hold a special place for me.\u00a0 Until Scalarworks released their PEAK Sights<\/a> though, most have left me wanting.\u00a0 The PEAK sights are actually built for carbine length rifles.\u00a0 They are incredibly well designed and machined, giving precise adjustments and letting you get the most out of your rifle.\u00a0 Solid, well made and never needing a battery\u2026\"Ivan<\/a><\/p>\n

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