Top Tactical Shotguns For Home Defense

Tactical flashlights are useful for many tasks, so stashing them in various places can be helpful. You never know when you’ll need a little extra light to perform a task safely and efficiently. Not all lights are the same, nor is any light perfect for all functions. In this article, we will explore a wide range of tactical flashlights from the basic “throw in the kitchen drawer” variety up...

In this article, I’m going to teach you the top 7 strategies I used to burglar proof my home, after I learned my lesson the hard way. After a break-in to my apartment a few years back, I was stunned and thought “where did I go wrong?”. And after a thorough investigation with the help of a security expert, I found weaknesses in my security plan and decided to...

One of the most stressful and critical situations the average citizen can experience is adversarial contact when dealing with police. Such mistakes or over-reactions can have tragic consequences. At the very least, your liberty could be interrupted temporarily or indefinitely. At the very worst, your life could be ended. Just how dangerous is contact with the police? Well, that depends on a lot of factors. Your own preconceptions also...

The last thing you want when prepared for an emergency is to stand out in any sort of crowd. And there is a good chance that when the S initially HTF, you will be dealing with unpredictable, chaotic situations in which you might be vulnerable. In these situations, be the gray man. You absolutely do NOT want others to know that you are more prepared than they are. That...

You know that sinking feeling you get when you lose your keys? A few years back, I went on a weekend “bug out” camping trip with a group of friends to test out new gear, train, and get nature time. I had no idea how glad I was going to be that I knew how to pick a lock. Coming home on Sunday night, I was excited to get...

A tactical knife can be any knife that serves multiple purposes in a survival situation. Generally, tactical knives and multi-tools are not the same thing. Tactical knives are made with materials that will stand up to conditions in the field. The handles are either plastic composites or entirely metal. Special finishes and coatings are used on many tactical knives. Do you want specific features? Do you like the idea...

Tarps are useful for a ton of survival and prepping needs including making shelters and gurneys to get injured persons to safety. Every prepared person should have a few good tarps. Over the years, my husband and I have found it is really handy to keep some extra brand-new tarps on hand. You don’t have to spend a lot to get a tarp that will take care of a...

Knowing how to breach a door is a survival skill you’ll hopefully never actually use. Like so many skills, it’s worth knowing because it can get you out of some bad situations and allow you to help save lives during a variety of disasters. Here are a few reasons you should consider owning a door breaching kit. Escaping a fire or rescuing someone from a fire Escaping a building...

  During a prolonged emergency or SHTF situation, you may need to increase your level of defense. Booby traps don't have to cause harm to be useful. A booby trap can alert you to incoming threats so you can be ready. Table of Contents What is a booby trap? Most booby traps should not be used. 1. Punji Sticks 2. Regular Pit 3.Weight Limit Trap 4. Simple Trip Wire...