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KaBar Ek Commando Dagger: A Modern Take on a Battlefield Legacy.

Fixed Blades Tactical Tactical Knives

Channeling an Icon: The KaBar Ek Model 4 Commando Dagger

Inspiration comes in various forms when it comes to article endeavors. An early press release for my latest Jack Carr book purchase, CRY HAVOC, featured various 1960s-era items. Along with...

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the new GMRS MXT115P PRO from Midland.

Gear Lifestyle Skillset Magazine

New Comms: Midland MXT115P PRO

One of the questions we get most often is about the most overlooked piece of gear or skillset. Our answer is always the same: comms. Invest in a reliable communications system...

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Justin Thompson Custom Knives: Incredibly Unique, Expertly Crafted.

Bushcraft EDC Fixed Blades Tactical Knives

Expertly Crafted and Incredibly Unique: Justin Thompson Custom Knives

Situated in Moore County, not far from Ft. Bragg and the highest concentration of current and former Tier 1 military operators, sits Justin Thompson Custom Knives. He produces some of...

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Alcatraz Island sits empty.

Lifestyle Pop Culture Skillset Magazine

No Escape: Behind Bars on an Island Prison

St. Helena isn’t exactly the island paradise many picture when heading off to an exotic vacation. The 47-square-mile tropical island lies in the middle of the South Atlantic, about 1,200 miles west...

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Tactical Dagger Strengths: Why the Dagger Excels in Combat.

Fixed Blades Self-Defense Tactical Tactical Knives

5 Reasons the Tactical Dagger Dominates Close-Quarters Combat

Many people carry a knife throughout their daily lives. A knife, without a doubt, can be a reliable go-to weapon for you if your safety is threatened. However, many people...

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Sheriff offices havemarked patrol vehicles out front

The Difference Between Police Departments and Sheriff Offices

By Hillary Romig

Victorinox Onefold Alox: A New Take on an Old Classic.

A New Take: Victorinox Updates Its Classic SAK with the Onefold Alox

Johnnie Walker Red Soul – Scotch Light

By Fred Mastison

CRKT Provoke X: The Morphing Edge of Modern Tools.

From Pocket to Impact in Seconds: The CRKT Provoke X Morphing Axe

By Reuben Bolieu

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Videos

Inertial Folding Knife Opening: Getting Into the Fight Fast.

Street Smarts: Opening Your Folding Knife with Inertial Energy

By Michael Janich

The Stunbrella is a great option for self-defense.

STUNBRELLA: Streetwise’s Multi-Functional Umbrella

By Michael D'Angona

Let the overland makeover begin on this used Jeep Wrangler.

Used Jeep Wrangler Overland Build

Big trucks are all the rage in the Overland community.

Overland Expo SoCal 2026

Bacon sizzling on a heated rock over a glowing campfire—nature’s skillet at work.

Fireside Feast: Bacon on the Rocks!

By Reuben Bolieu

Learn how to avoid a sucker punch in this edition of SKILLSET Fight Club.

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard By Cheap Shots Again!

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

We drink Malort on this episode of SKILLSET's Bottom Shelf.

Bottom Shelf: The Malort Face

Upon impact, the TRP’s projectiles release a large red cloud, effectively incapacitating threats while minimizing risk of lasting harm.

The Protectors Playbook: Pepperball TRP Launcher

By Michael D'Angona

social settings can be dangerous when not prepared.

Know Where You Stand: Practicing Situational Awareness

By Matt Heaston

An overland rig in the wild.

Off-Road Luxury: Which High-End Expedition Vehicle is Right For You?

By Tiffanie Kluchnik

Lucky Walusiak Meschach: A Thoughtfully Well-Executed Fixed Blade.

Thoughtful Execution: The Lucky Walusiak Meschach Offers Sleek Functionality

By Mitch Eckler

A suspect's jailhouse tattoos can tell a very interesting story!

Inside Look At Jailhouse Tattoos

By Skillset Staff

The needle pierces the skin, scratching out a design that begins to take shape. The felon’s skilled hands deftly wield the makeshift tattoo gun. After dipping the guitar-string needle into...

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MKC V24 Dagger: Channeling A World War II Battlefield Icon.

Battlefield Perfection: The MKC V24 Dagger Channels a WWII Icon

By Michael D'Angona

There are knives that look as if they can do the job, and those that are constructed to do the job. The MKC V24 Dagger is definitely the latter. This...

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Finished DIY road case.

How to make DIY Road Cases at Home

By Mitch Eckler

Packing up your gear and flying it to a location, loading valuables into a boat, or strapping mission-critical equipment to a pack animal to get where the adventure lives can...

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Leatherman Fixed Blades: The Multitool Giant Enters the Fixed Market.

Multitool Giant, Leatherman, Enters the Fixed Blade Market

Beginner practicing basic kitchen knife skills on a cutting board with vegetables.

Kitchen Knife Skills 101

By Reuben Bolieu

The Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe: Flat or Belly Blade?

From Utility to Artistry: Versatile Uses for Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe Knives

By Reuben Bolieu