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Houghton Era Outdoors: Knives for Every Level of Bushcrafting.

Bushcraft Fixed Blades Tactical Knives

Compact Carvers to Heavy Hitters, Houghton Era Outdoors is Field Ready

I first became aware of Houghton Era Outdoors at a Georgia Bushcraft event in 2023. Two stood out to me immediately—a big ol, heavy-duty chopper parang and a small slicer....

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Mud-covered trucks near the Woods Wildlife Area sign as the group reached the higher country.

Lifestyle Skills Skillset Magazine

Earning the Sunrise: My First Overland Camping Trip in Arizona

I knew if I said no too many more times, I’d stop being invited. For three years, my friend Joe had persisted in asking me to join him and some...

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Choosing a Defensive Folding Knife: A 10 Step Guide.

EDC Folding Knives Self-Defense Tactical Tactical Knives University Video

Street Smarts: 10 Steps in Choosing a Defensive Folding Knife

As an instructor of edged-weapons tactics, one of the most common questions I get is “What’s the best self-defense knife?” The answer to that question isn’t actually a knife. It’s...

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They have several options that can be clipped to keyrings for easy carry.

Gear Lifestyle Skillset Magazine

Grim Workshop: EDC Tool Excellence

I hate gimmicky nonsense. I’ve been working in the preparedness realm long enough to have grown a distinct hatred for companies whose goal is to just separate people from their...

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Buck 110 Slim Heritage Elite: Trimming Down a Classic.

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A Buck Classic Goes on a Diet – The 110 Slim Heritage Elite

If I were a betting man, I’d put serious money wagering that a majority of readers of Tactical Knives own at least one Buck 110 Folding Hunter. I’d even go...

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Rally School track pic

Riding Shotgun With the Team O’Neil Rally School

By Skillset Staff

Swiss Army Knife History: Tactical Utility Meets Global Legacy.

Old School Tactical: The History of the Swiss Army Knife

By Reuben Bolieu

Shark attacks on surfers are increasingly common.

How To Survive A Shark Attack: Without Losing A Limb

By Skillset Staff

Person pushing through

Why Doing Hard Things Matters More Than Ever

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Videos

Learn how to stop the Wrist grab

Get Loose! Breaking An Attacker’s Grip On Your Wrist

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

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

Improper Knife Use: Mistakes That Could Compromise Your Blade.

Improper Knife Use: 8 Reasons Why Your Knife is Failing

By Michael D'Angona

a four legged friend

Dog Safety: Protecting Your Four-Legged Friend

By Tiffanie Kluchnik

RMJ Tactical Orlando Special: Modern Take on the Classic Boot Knife.

RMJ Tactical Takes on the Classic Boot Knife with the Orlando Special

North Mountain Blade Lucky Dog: The Big Dog in Town.

Bites Bigger Than Its Bark: The North Mountain Blade Lucky Dog

By Mitch Eckler

Every day, there are new folding knives entering the market. They arrive in a steady churn of blade shapes, lock types, steels, handle materials, and marketing language that tends to...

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streamlined backpack on a long-distance hiking trail

Lighten Your Load: Ultralight Backpacking Tips

By Reuben Bolieu

Ultralight doesn’t mean ultra‑expensive. Skip the hype and use your head. After three decades of trial and error, my base weight hovers near 4.5 pounds. These tricks will get you...

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

Channeling an Icon: The KaBar Ek Model 4 Commando Dagger

By Todd Burgreen

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.

New Comms: Midland MXT115P PRO

By Skillset Staff

Justin Thompson Custom Knives: Incredibly Unique, Expertly Crafted.

Reviewing Fine Blades In The Justin Thomas Lineup

By Kevin Estela

Alcatraz Island sits empty.

No Escape: Behind Bars on an Island Prison

By Sean Chaffin