Archive: Gear Reviews

A machete is a must for bushcraft. You absolutely need need something robust and hefty enough to baton logs, chop wood for shelter, even chop down a sapling if need be. A kukri serves multiple functions, and if set up correctly, can chop down a sapling, strip the branches, break it down into kindling, and... Read More

In keeping with how solid Ontario knives and tools are, the SPAX is no different. In fact, this hefty tool serves multiple roles – much like their SP8 Survival Machete (another hefty piece of hardware that gets the job done). Of course this piece can be used as a hatchet or chopping implement, but it... Read More

Check out these reviews, comparisons and videos for the Casio Pathfinder vs Suunto Core and you be the judge which one is best for your wrist. Casio Pathfinder and Suunto Core are both outdoor watches that are designed to be rugged, durable, and packed with features. Here are some key differences between the two: COMPARISONS:... Read More

I recently got the chance to check out some of Sightmark’s optics. I’ve had one of their reflex sights on my carbine for a while, and it has held up very well. I get consistent groupings and rugged dependability without the price-tag of an Aimpoint or EOTech, and for 3-gun and home defense, it serves... Read More

A couple weeks back I had the pleasure of taking a Dark Angel Medical Class at Fairweather Farms in Monroe, GA. The rigorous 2 day course taught by a former Navy Corpsman was extremely insightful, and invaluable information. The course itself, at the onset, we were told should be 3 days – since there is so... Read More

I recently got my hands on a RevoMax Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle, and it’s pretty impressive. We’ve all heard that we should either use stainless steel or BPA free water receptacles, as non-BPA plastics can leech toxins, especially when hot. This RevoMax will help you out inside and outside of the gym. It’s vacuum... Read More

When you think of combat, or gear review, you don’t think about flip flops. I know. But these are interesting in their own way. First off, Combat Flip Flops is a veteran owned and operated business, of which we will be doing a bunch of showcases in 2017 about veteran owned businesses and their various... Read More

Sometimes it’s the little things in life that make you happy. Like when a simple piece of kit is well thought out, well built, well designed, and a great value. The piece of kit in this situation is the Condor Rip-Away EMT Pouch. It’s just superbly and thoughtfully designed, rugged, and versatile. I want to... Read More

Check out the reviews for the Petzl Pro STRIX VL tactical headlamp and you decide if this light is good enough for your next mission. First off this is a highly technical tactical headlamp. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in the truck and... Read More

Check out the review and in field testing of the 5.11 Tactical A1 flashlight and you decide if it is good enough for your everyday carry. First thing you notice is that this is a small handheld light that fits in the palm of your hand. That said it gives you more light than you... Read More

I’ve used my share of weight vests: from ones that wrapped around your chest with a bandolier of solid steel bricks, to ones that were super heavy with lead shot bricks, to straight up body armor. The Ironwear Uni-Vest is different from them all. I picked up a 20lb Uni Vest to train with, looking... Read More

5ive Star Gear is coming out with some classic as well as novel survival gear and readiness solutions of late. One of them being the Survival Tube. This 5ive Star Gear Survival Tube Survival is self contained, and comes with a carabiner to clip onto your kit. At only a few inches in length, it... Read More

SOL makes tons of outdoors and survival gear – heck, that’s what SOL stands for: Survive Outdoors Longer. Their product line will make you feel like you are in luck, and not SOL like the other colorful turn of phrase. Up for review is the Urban Survival Kit. The SOL Adventure Medical Emergency Preparedness Basic Kit... Read More

SOG has been known for putting out quality gear at a fair price. We’ve reviewed a bunch of their stuff here at SGPT, but I was excited to check out their new flashlights. More tactical illumination than just flashlight, their SOG Dark Energy Flashlight is living up to the SOG reputation. The DE-04 is about... Read More