Gear – Page 3 – Scattered Shots

The M-1951 Field Jacket

The M-51 field jacket was the replacement for the M43 jacket.

M1943 Field Jacket

Christmas came a little bit early for ya boy this year.

The M-65 Field Jacket

Here we are at the last stop on our look at US military field jackets.

The M1914/17 Mounted Cartridge Belt

Let’s go back even further to the days when the US Army still rode around on horses.

I am not exactly a collector of WW2 gear, but being a devoted worshiper of the Colt M1911, I have always had a love for the old nostalgic web belt, brown leather holster and accessories that came with the issuance of the 199 during the war. the belt was set up with what you neededContinue reading “Some Nostalgic Gear”

New Use For Old Gear

Everyone has or at least has seen the old style bandoleers the Military sends off ammo in. Usually cotton cloth or something like that. Older ones had seven pockets and held two stripper clips of 10 rounds in each with a card board box keeping it secured in the pocket. The newer ones are 4Continue reading “New Use For Old Gear”

Tactical Musette Bag

When you want a Modular Assault Pack or zip on pack but have a taste for the retro or are just poor, slap a musette pack on it. What’s old is new again. Quick attach small packs are tactical hotness. But the idea has been around. Take the good old musette bag. The function wasContinue reading “Tactical Musette Bag”

The Tactical Link Gen2 PRM Review

A few weeks ago, Tactical Link graciously sent me one of their PRM sling mount. This is the 2nd gen of the rail mounted sling mounting point for QD sling swivels. I opted for the coyote PRM since my gun is a FDE anodized Colt 6940. I was very excited to get this mount andContinue reading “The Tactical Link Gen2 PRM Review”

Hog Saddle Review

The Hog Saddle has been out for a few years now . It was developed by a former sniper as a better mouse trap for shooting a sniper rifle when the terrain or urban environment will not allow the use of more traditional positions and methods. The Hog saddle is a professionally done version ofContinue reading “Hog Saddle Review”

Prep Rant: Let’s Argue

So I saw this meme today and it reminded me of some of the stuff I talked about before. I think too many people focus on the gear and not the larger picture. Or just realize that their situation will probably be pretty miserable in reality. While it’s important to have good gear and ifContinue reading “Prep Rant: Let’s Argue”