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We go over some of the best aftermarket upgrades you can get to customize your TX22 and take it to the next level.
Survival & Prepping [Ultimate Resource]
For a complete beginner's guide on prepping and survival, click HERE.
On this page, you'll find reviews of gas masks, water filtration systems, survival foods, EDC knives, and anything else you'll need in order to fend for yourself and your family in desperate situations.
Start Here - Essential Survival Gear Reviews
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We've gathered up a handful of budget tactical backpacks perfect for your EDC essentials or other tactical tools!
Looking to trick out your AR-15 with Magpul furniture? We've got our recommendations for the best Magpul accessories for your rifle.
Check out our weekly hand-picked online deals for guns, ammo, accessories, and more from some of the biggest online retailers.
In this article, we examine some unusual holsters that cover a variety of carry styles and specific circumstances.
Want to squeeze even more performance out of your PDP? Aftermarket support has finally caught on – so you can!
In this article we take a look a couple of the best lead sleds on the market across multiple price points.
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Build a complete family first aid kit with our expert tips. Learn what essentials you need to handle minor and serious injuries to keep kids safe.
We take a look at some of the best duty holsters on the market to help you decide what's worth carrying professionally.
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We gathered some bug detectors for testing, paired them up with some hidden cameras, and bring you the results!
We got the lowdown on the coolest double barrel shotguns on the market. From O/Us to SxS, see what you should add to your gun safe.
Batons have been used for hundreds of years. Find out the pros/cons of batons and then a couple of our favorite choices for self-defense!
Knives Review
Knives are an essential tool to survival and prepping. We've tested much of the tactical knives on the market and here are our reviews.
Everybody needs a go-to watch, knife, and flashlight. These are my favorite EDC combos from budget to baller.
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We've tested them all from budget folder to military preferred. Find out the best tactical knives that are battle proven and in our kit.
Ever wondered what gear you'd need to survive out in the woods? Well, we gathered our top gear recommendations to help you stay alive.
Ready to jump into bushcrafting but don't know which knife is the best for the task? Well read up on the best knives for bushcraft and long-term survival.
We take a look at Crate Club -- a subscription box service for the tactical and survival minded. Come read up on the products crammed in these boxes!
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We put the Surviveware Responder 72-Hour Backpack through the wringer. Does it hold up as a Go Bag or emergency survival pack? Come find out.
Survival Guns Review
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Savage Arms combined the accuracy of the .22 LR with the utility of a .410 shotgun in the Takedown 42. Does it perform? We take it to the range to find out.
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A takedown survival gun that weighs 3.5 lbs and fits in its own buttstock? We hands-on review the Henry AR-7 for assembly, accuracy, reliability, and more.
A small gun that fires a big bullet? We choose our top favorite Derringers that are a blast to shoot at the range and even conceal as a backup gun.
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Need to survive the wilderness and get back to civilization in one piece? We've got the best survival rifles for you all in one place.
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A Ruger 10/22 is a great rifle for all levels of shooters, but there are so many models. We cover the history of the 10/22 and our favorites!
Looking for a little extra firepower in your vehicle? We cover several of the best trunk guns out there across calibers and budgets.
Med Kits Review
We take a look at three MyMedic IFAK first aid kits -- the Mini Pro, Pro, and Large Pro -- to see if these kits are worth adding to your EDC, car, or home.
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We got our hands on the Yellowstone, Sweetwater, and Ankle IFAK trauma kits from Mountain Man Medical to see if they're a worthy edition to your range bag.
We walk you through the essential parts of a family home defense plan to ensure you and your family are prepared should trouble come knocking.
Whether you’re prepping for disaster or just want to handle a flat, come see our list of the top supplies to stock in your car survival kit.
We put the Surviveware Responder 72-Hour Backpack through the wringer. Does it hold up as a Go Bag or emergency survival pack? Come find out.
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Looking for a great pre-packed first aid kit? We hands-on review the Mini, Small, and Large Surviveware kits to see which purpose each one can do for you.
Flashlights Review
Everybody needs a go-to watch, knife, and flashlight. These are my favorite EDC combos from budget to baller.
Need a headlamp for hunting or outdoor adventuring? We've got our recommendations for the best headlamps based on comfort, lumens, and features.
We tested the new Rein 3.0 flashlight from Cloud Defensive to see if this weaponlight really packs a punch.
We take a look at two Acebeam flashlights -- the L19 and Rider RX -- to see if these two lights are worth adding to your collection.
Jul 9, 2022
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Looking for a light for your Remington or Mossberg shotgun? Come get our thoughts on the Nightstick SFL-13GL weapon light!
Don’t believe the myths. You can toss a light on a shotgun and we’ve rounded up the best lights to prove it -- from under $100 to over $100.
Non-Lethal Weapons
Batons have been used for hundreds of years. Find out the pros/cons of batons and then a couple of our favorite choices for self-defense!
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Jan 20, 2022
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We take a look at some non-lethal self-defense options from PepperBall in the form of the LifeLite Mobile and Compact systems.
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We hands-on tested the most popular stun guns and tasers to see which is the best. Come see which we recommend!
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Dec 19, 2024
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We hands-on test the most popular pepper sprays, foam, guns, & grenades out there to see which is the best for your intended use.
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Want a non-lethal option that gives you distance and multi-strike capability? We review PepperBall's LifeLite with tons of pics and videos of it in action.
Should you get TASER's Pulse 2 for the civilian market? A former cop lays out his thoughts on the new Pulse 2 as a less lethal defensive option.