Schrade SCHBOLO Machete Reviewed
What primary blade would you pack in your bag for performing heavier tasks like trailblazing, building a shelter, or basic bushcrafting? A large survival knife, a small hand axe, or a machete? Since no one tool can be the best at everything, what feature or function is most important to you? Today, I’ll be checking out Schrade’s SCHBOLO Machete. Lets see how well it stands up to the task at hand…
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Wicked Tough Handsaw Reviewed
When it comes to bugging-out or trekking around the country, what you pack coupled with the size and weight of your gear can have quite an impact on the level of your success. While we attempt to pack the lightest kitchen sink that we can find, we must be confident that the gear we choose will be able get the job done. Today, we’ll be reviewing the Wicked Tough Hand Saw from Wicked Tree Gear. Lets see just how wicked it is…
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TivaWater Home Water Filter 2.0 Reviewed
One of the most important considerations when bugging-in is drinking water. What will you do when your water store runs dry? Water filtration is the only viable solution to this problem. However, there are literally hundreds of filters on the market. Some practical, and some not so much. Enter TivaWater. Today we’ll be looking at TivaWater’s Home Water Filter 2.0. Read on to see how well it fared…
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Solo Stove Reviewed
Any good SHTF plan should include a way to cook and purify water without gas or electricity. Additionally, that plan should maintain an emphasis on mobility. I’ve looked at many stove systems lately that utilize a variety of fuels. Today I’ll be looking at the Solo Stove, a compact packable, and environmentally friendly wood burning stove. Read on for more…
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Schrade SCHF30 Fixed Blade Knife Reviewed
Today I will be reviewing Schrade’s new SCHF30 Fixed Blade Knife which is part of their 2015 fixed blade collection. Read on to see how well it performed…
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Alpen Sport 8×25 Waterproof Monocular Reviewe...
Optics… Everyone should have some at home, the car, EDC and bug-out bag. Whether you are trekking down an off-beaten path or dealing with a bug-out situation, it is a huge tactical advantage to be able to have a view from afar. While some prefer binoculars, I prefer the compact size and light-weight of a monocular. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at Alpen’s Sport 8×25 waterproof monocular. Read on to see how it fared…
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TOAKS Titanium Pot with Pan Reviewed
A couple of weeks ago I reviewed the TOAKS Ultralight Titanium Cook System which only comes with a 550ml pot. With my large family, I felt that I needed something bigger for those times when they are with me. But whatever I picked up, it still needed to be light enough to pack. I was happy with the quality of the TOAKS 550ml pot so I thought that I would check out their larger cookware. Read on to see how they fared…
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Condor Tactical Leg Holster TLH-008 Reviewed
I’ve had Condor’s Tactical Leg Holster in Multicam for a little over a year now so I thought I’d post a little review on it. I chose the TLH-008 because it was rather inexpensive, but mostly because of all of the positive comments out there. I’ll cover as many of the details as I can think of and add my two-cents…
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Danner Desert TFX Mojave Military Boot Reviewed
When it comes to survival, one clothing item that is all too often overlooked is a good pair of boots. Not cheap boots, good boots. I’ve had my share of cheap boots, and I’ve had some high-end boots that were actually quite expensive. In my experience, a huge disparity between their quality exists. Cheap boots are typically not constructed from quality materials or put together with a high-level of tolerance. As a result, they usually don’t fit well or last very long. One that I’ve been wearing a lot lately is Danner’s Desert TFX duty-ready military boot. Read on for more…
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TOAKS Ultralight Titanium Cook System Reviewed
I recently stumbled across the TOAKS Ultralight Titanium Cook System while searching for an ultralight, packable stove and cookware set that is both easy to use and very durable to include in my family’s bug-out bags. This cookset consists of a TOAKS 550ml titanium pot, a folding solid-fuel stove, a TOAKS titanium folding spork and a titanium windscreen. Read on to see how well it works…
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Schrade SCHF35 Fixed Blade Knife Reviewed
In this article, I will be reviewing Schrade’s SCHF35 Fixed Blade Knife which is part of their new 2015 lineup. The SCHF35 is a compact, lightweight and very attractive little workhorse. And with all of the large fixed-blade survival knives and machetes that I’ve been looking at lately, it was nice to mess around with something a bit more compact for a change. Read on to see how well it performed…
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Redfield Counterstrike Tactical Riflescope Reviewe...
Redfield optics are synonymous with rock-solid durability and a high-level of quality at an affordable price. And as part of the Leupold family, this will not be changing anytime soon. A green/red-dot optic with a laser sight that can be found for less than $200? Sure… This is why I chose to try out Redfield’s Counterstrike tactical riflescope. Read on to see how the Counterstrike has fared…
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Light My Fire Swedish FireKnife Reviewed
Light My Fire has collaborated with Mora of Sweden to produce a top-notch knife based on the Mora Companion called the Swedish FireKnife. The Swedish FireKnife incorporates Light My Fire’s popular Swedish FireSteel, a magnesium fire-starter that was originally developed and used by the Swedish Army into the high-friction rubber handle. A perfect marriage for a quality survival knife. Read on for more information…
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3V Gear Outlaw Sling Pack Reviewed
Marketing from 3V Gear The Outlaw by 3V Gear is a tactical shoulder bag that lives up to the rugged capability of all 3V Gear. This shoulder bag is the best EDC bag out on the...
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Condor CTK227-15HC Bolo Machete Reviewed
As part of my endless search for reliable survival gear, I look for products that can perform a multitude of tasks. Single-purpose gear just won’t cut it when you only have a limited amount of space and weight available. In this review, we’ll be looking at Condor’s CTK227-15HC Bolo Machete and how well it can perform basic bushwhacking and bushcraft tasks. Can it eliminate the need to carry a separate hatchet, knife and machete. Read on to see how well it stands up to the challenge…
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Diamondhead USA Polymer Sighting System Reviewed
Diamondhead USA recently introduced their new Polymer Diamond Integrated Sighting System (ISS) with NiteBrite at the NSSF SHOT Show 2014. Diamondhead USA is a reputable firearms accessory company known for its high-quality metal sights but as with most quality sights, they are somewhat pricy. Diamondhead’s new entry-level polymer sights are a much more affordable alternative, without having to sacrifice on quality.
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Sea to Summit Compression Sack Reviewed
The Review When you are packing up your survival gear, weight is not the only concern. Space is equally important. Whether you are packing your Every Day Carry (EDC), your...
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