Everyone who knows the name Springfield Armory knows the M1A. Hailing from an era of manufacturing when rifles were constructed of wood and steel and based upon the revered U.S. Military M14 rifle with a lineage connected to the iconic M1 Garand rifle, the M1A represents a fascinating intersection of modern performance and classic design. The 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Win.) ...
6K Let’s dig into the details of pet survival and what it would take to make sure you’re prepared to care for your pets during a crisis. What would you do if the lights went out–for good? You’ve prepped for yourself and your family, but what about your pets? Have you stored what you need for your cataclysm cat? Your ...
Some short-timer due to rotate off the hill came by our bunker to gloat. He wouldn’t be around for Christmas, which he informed us was tomorrow. News to me. In my view, counting days was akin to tempting fate. Life at Con Thien was dicey enough without that kind of distraction. My bunker buddy Sergeant Steve Berntson stuck his head ...
6.5K I am seeing IBC totes sitting around homesteads and homes more and more. People are discovering the many uses these totes have. I’ve used two of them on my property for years, and I can attest to the fact that they are an incredibly useful piece of equipment to keep around. Homesteaders, preppers, and even hobby gardeners can benefit ...
Celebrated African explorer and hunter Sir Samuel Baker (1821-1893) squandered no modesty penning his exploits for The Field, a British sporting journal. One account: “Seven stags now broke from a ravine [and galloped] up the hill, thus nothing but rumps were turned toward me … . I put up the back-sight for 250 yards and took a steady shot … .” ...
5K A few years ago, an expat friend of mine asked if I could transport some cash to her passport country, to which I was traveling. I agreed, not thinking much of it. Since we were both incredibly underpaid English teachers at that time, I expected that she would be sending only a few hundred dollars back with me. What ...
With Constitutional Carry becoming more and more common throughout the United States, the every day carry (EDC) lifestyle has grown exponentially. Pistols are getting smaller, slimmer and lighter, with increased capacity. The holster industry has equally evolved with this growth in the EDC market. Holsters are lighter, stronger and much easier to conceal. One such company is DeSantis Gunhide. Located ...
5.3K This Bluetti AC70 review is not a review based on short-term use. It’s based on extended use in different situations. I’ve learned the importance of being prepared for any situation. Whether it’s a power outage during a fierce Nor’easter or a week-long camping trip in the remote woods, having a reliable power source can make all the difference. Why ...
On 9 June 1944, the 3rd Company of the 12th SS Panzer Regiment of the 12th SS Panzer Division — the Hitlerjugend — was tasked to seize the French village of Norrey-en-Bessin. The world was three days into the D-Day invasion, and the battlefield situation remained both fluid and chaotic. How Operation Overlord might ultimately turn out was anybody’s guess. With such ...
LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE In a nation founded on the principles of liberty and the right to bear arms, with an estimated 400 million firearms in civilian hands, the question isn’t whether young Americans will encounter guns in their lifetime—but when. Despite this reality, comprehensive firearm safety education has largely disappeared from American schools, leaving millions of young citizens without ...