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

Fixed Blades Tactical Tactical Knives

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

I’ve had a soft spot for daggers for as long as I can remember. One day, when I was in 7th grade, I tagged along with my mom when she...

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Learn how to stop the Wrist grab

Fight Club Hand to Hand Skillset Magazine

Skillset Fight Club: Escape Wrist Grabs

Effective self-defense does not always require years of martial arts training or elite physical strength. While many schools teach complex maneuvers, practical safety often relies on simple, realistic movements that...

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

EDC Folding Knives Tactical Knives

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

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

Gear Lifestyle Skillset Magazine

Lighten Your Load: Ultralight Backpacking Tips

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.

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.

New Comms: Midland MXT115P PRO

By Skillset Staff

Justin Thompson Custom Knives: Incredibly Unique, Expertly Crafted.

Expertly Crafted and Incredibly Unique: Justin Thompson Custom Knives

By Kevin Estela

Alcatraz Island sits empty.

No Escape: Behind Bars on an Island Prison

By Sean Chaffin

Tactical Dagger Strengths: Why the Dagger Excels in Combat.

5 Reasons the Tactical Dagger Dominates Close-Quarters Combat

By Michael D'Angona

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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

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

When I first saw the CRKT Provoke X at SHOT Show in January 2025, it was definitely something different. Not only was it getting a ton of attention, but people...

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social settings can be dangerous when not prepared.

Know Where You Stand: Practicing Situational Awareness

By Matt Heaston

It was Valentine’s Day, and Gold Canyon sits about ninety minutes across the valley from us. Sometimes the destination is secondary to the drive. Desert light stretches across the freeway....

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An overland rig in the wild.

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

By Tiffanie Kluchnik

Finding the perfect luxury overland rig for your next adventure is a bit like choosing a base for a lunar colony. You need something that’s tough enough to survive the...

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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

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

Battlefield Perfection: The MKC V24 Dagger Channels a WWII Icon

By Michael D'Angona