The circle is now complete with metal tactical pens, a concept first laughed at, then widely accepted as a backup self-defense weapon. They're now evolving back into simple writing tools. When tactical pens first hit the market, designs were really quite aggressive. Then the TSA started to take notice and companies scaled back to “semi-tactical” designs. There were a … [Read more...] about The Evolution of the Tactical Pen: From Intimidating to Executive
Benchmade Upgrades a Classic Once Again: The New Auto Adamas
I’ve been writing or making videos about Benchmade knives or the past 12 years or so. One thing that I have learned about Benchmade is that they like to reintroduce, update, or reinvent their classics or sometimes even their recently released models. The successful Shane Sibert designed Adamas family of knives has been revisited more than once, and this year Benchmade is doing … [Read more...] about Benchmade Upgrades a Classic Once Again: The New Auto Adamas
Microtech Bounty Hunter Exocet OTF Knife – This is the Way
The Mandalorian is one of the most talked about and watched shows on Disney Plus right now. If you aren't a fan of Mando, Boba Fett and the rest of the clan, you should probably stop reading right here. I am not going to lie, I like Microtech's products and am a huge fan of out-the-front (OTF) knives. But I am an even bigger Star Wars fan. Not the bandwagon type but the … [Read more...] about Microtech Bounty Hunter Exocet OTF Knife – This is the Way
The Toughest Damn Watches I’ve Found Yet
I have been into watches as far back as high school. What I look for in a watch is looks, value and toughness. I am really tough on my watches and value goes out the window when they stop working. I admit, I wear my watches doing activities where I probably should just take them off. But that defeats the purpose of owning a watch. REACTOR is that crazy tough watch brand … [Read more...] about The Toughest Damn Watches I’ve Found Yet