This article covers the basics of reloading for the 5.56 NATO (.223 Remington), including how to choose the right equipment, component explanations, and the prepping of brass for accepting a powder charge and slug. *Reloading ammunition is a skill and an art. We suggest anyone interested in reloading train with a professional first.* Scarcity of […]
Self Sufficient Lifestyle – Self Sufficient Living in the Burbs, City, or Country
Self Sufficient Meaning: Being self sufficient means that you are needing no outside help in satisfying one’s basic needs, especially with regard to the production of food water and Shelter. Self Sufficient lifestyle | Self sufficient living. Building a Self Sufficient Lifestyle: Options for the Rural Prepper Building a self sufficient lifestyle is no easy […]
Survival Mindset – Navy SEALs Secrets & The Will to Survive
Often when we think about survival, we think about tools and techniques that can save our lives in the face of imminent danger. These are definitely important skills to keep in mind – but there is one more thing that is often overlooked and arguably more important than any survival gadget you own. It’s your […]
Secure Solar Power without Batteries – [VIDEO]
SMA’s Secure Power Supply does something that no other grid-tied solar inverter without added storage can: provide power during a grid outage. Solar professionals have been talking about this amazing feature since its inception with the Sunny Boy TL-US and our data shows consumers love it. Now with even more power in the all-new Sunny […]
Coghlans Emergency Stove: Survival Gear Review
Why You Need an Emergency Stove In Your BOB Everyone has their own opinion of the “ideal” survival gear, I know I certainly do. The problem with having an idealistic view of survivalism is that no survival situation is ever ideal. Your “BOB” (Bug Out Bag) or your “Go Bag” becomes your best friend in […]
Choosing a Survival Gun – Survivalist 101’s Top Three Survival Guns
Survival Guns on a Budget I was asked by the boss to write an article on which survival gun I’d have if I could only afford ONE. When I was given this assignment, the first thought in my head was, “Gee, that’s kind of tough, I’ve never been a one gun household!” So, I thought […]
Reloading for the 5.56 NATO (.223 Remington) Tutorial Part Two
This article is the second part of our Reloading for the 5.56 NATO (Remington .223) series and covers the aspects of powder charging, slug selection, bullet seating, and crimping. *Reloading ammunition is a skill and an art. We suggest anyone interested in reloading train with a professional first.* Is Your Brass Prepped and Reading for Reloading? […]
Survival Knives 101: The Many Uses of a Survival Knife
Instead of diving straight into the survival knife reviews, let’s start with something very basic – what a survival knife is for. Most everybody knows that survival knives are fairly large, arguably around 6 to 8 inches in blade length with relatively thick blades and sturdy construction. They need to be strong and versatile; after […]
The Most Expensive Military Tent in the World Nemo The ALCS 1P SE
The ALCS™ 1P SE with GORE-TEX® shell fabric is the most advanced individual combat shelter on the market. These shelters can be carried and used individually or linked to bring together two or more Warfighters. The GORE-TEX® fabric canopy provides full blackout and additional signature reduction properties. Using a recently unveiled, jointly developed, and totally […]