Every day carry (EDC) blades have a multitude of practical uses, but what happens when you must rely on a knife for survival? This is where the Benchmade 915 Triage excels. The modified sheepsfoot blade, environment-resistant steel, carbide glass breaker, and safety cutter make the 915 Traige a valuable asset as a survival tool. However, the 915's sharp edge and Axis locking … [Read more...]
Those who carry blades may find themselves gravitating to different styles of knives for different purposes. That is why I first began considering the petite Mini Tuff Lite. Some knives are better suited for heavy labor, some for self defense, while others are handy for small everyday tasks. This reviewer often finds herself carrying more than one knife with specific purposes. … [Read more...]
When I was preparing for my concealed carry permit, I put in many hours of research trying to anticipate what would best suit my carry needs. I hoped to draw upon the experience of others in order to avoid common carrying mistakes, and to quickly ascertain what would be most the comfortable and effective solutions for my needs. However, the majority of opinions and … [Read more...]
Back in the early 19th century, simple, muzzle-loaded pistols were about the best you could hope for when it came to a sidearm. And that didn't amount to much: They generally held only one round, were smoothbore (synonymous with the word 'inaccurate'), and slow to reload. In this regard, edged-weapons such as swords or cutlasses still reigned superior for close-quarters combat. … [Read more...]
Gun - Walther PPS 9mm The Walther PPS in a single stack, striker fired, polymer framed semi-automatic pistol. It comes chambered in either 9mm or 40 S&W. Mine is in 9mm. Why the Walther versus the other single stack 9mms out there? First and foremost the Walther offered a wider variety of options than the Glock, Springfield, and Smith and Wesson for carry. I can change … [Read more...]
One of my favorite pocket knives, and one that has served me the longest, is my Emerson CQC-7AW. The 154CM steel hones to a fine v-grind edge on the drop point blade. The G10 scales cover titanium liners to make a strong, yet ergonomic, grip. Emerson's signature "wave" opening mechanism is the fastest unassisted deploy I've yet found in a folder. And the Emerson … [Read more...]
