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Benchmade is well known for the Benchmade Bugout, one of their most popular EDC knives. While the Benchmade Bugout is a great knife and excellent for throwing in a bag, it is a good idea to consider the other EDC options that Benchmade has to offer. Benchmade Knives have established itself as a maker of quality American-made knives for everyday carry (EDC) and survival. This article explores some of...

In this post, I’m going to give a checklist with over over 300 quality items to build the ultimate car emergency kit. It is very likely that your car would be your primary form of transportation if you have to flee from a dangerous situation. But your vehicle on its own isn’t enough. Your vehicle MUST be fully equipped so you can handle anything on your journey. Whether it’s...

I think you'll agree with me that choosing the right bug-out backpack is a difficult decision. In this guide, we break down the pros and cons of many popular styles, Along with choosing from many different styles, there's also the difficulty of finding the perfect fit for your unique body shape. Well, it turns out that this decision could be dramatically simpler if you take proper measurements, and understand...

Crossbows are a very old weapon type, but modern materials and craftsmanship have unquestionably made them ber, more accurate, and easier to use. They are a formidable weapon that can be used to hunt game without relying on expensive ammunition.  There are many crossbows to choose from, and they vary greatly in quality and price. If you’re new to crossbows, don’t buy the most expensive one you can find....

If you want a complete set of tactical gear, you’ll eventually find yourself exploring chest rigs. Chest rigs have been used for hundreds of years to carry items for quick access. They might have been more decorative in the past, but their function was much the same. A chest rig is a pouch or series of pouches typically made of nylon and allows you to carry equipment on your...

The bug out bag might be one of the most talked-about bags in the prepper community, but the get home bag (a.k.a. EDC bag) just might be the bag you are most likely to use in a crisis situation. The get home bag is precisely what its name implies, a bag that is filled with the items you will need to get you from wherever you are when disaster...

A good sleeping bag can make all the difference on a camping or backpacking trip. If you’re putting together a bug out bag, you should take your sleeping bag choice very seriously. Emergency bivvies are a great alternative to a traditional sleeping bag because they’re lighter and more affordable. Consider a bivvy for emergency kits or adding additional warmth to a standard sleeping bag.   Types of Sleeping Bags...

When planning a day on the range, you need a bag that can keep your gear organized and protected. Some shooters prefer to have multiple range bags. For example, you might want one for handguns and another for rifle magazines and ammo. Some rifle cases also allow for extra magazine and ammo storage. We’ll look at a variety of options in this article. Table of Contents What Really Matters...

Perhaps you’ve heard that lovely little bit of poetry which says that “food, clothing, and shelter are the basic necessities for survival.” If you have, I hope you haven’t paid too much attention to it. While I’ll have to agree that all three of those are necessary for survival, if you base any survival strategy on that short list, you’ll die. Whoever came up with that actually left the...