Folding Knife Maintenance Tips

To me, there’s nothing quite as sad as a well-made machine not being used in the role for which it was created. Life’s too short for Corvettes that only sit in climate-controlled garages, beautiful timepieces that won’t ever be strapped to a wrist, or “safe queen” 1911’s that never se...

By Clayton Walker •

First Look: COA-Equipped Prodigy and 1911 Pistols

Aimpoint’s COA, an enclosed-emitter red-dot pistol sight, has been the hottest and most exclusive pistol accessory of the past two years. Springfield Armory is in a great position when it comes to dedicated A-CUT integrations (more on that in a moment), first introducing COA-equipped Echel...

By Joe Kurtenbach •

Is the 1911 the “Stick Shift” of EDC?

The 1911 occupies a curious position in the modern concealed carry landscape. It is widely respected and often admired, yet only sometimes considered a practical choice for everyday carry. Many people speak of it the way they speak of a classic automobile: beautiful, capable, historically signifi...

By Mitch Eckler •

Wild Bill Would Approve: Bond Arms “Dead Man's Hand” Returns

Davidson's and Bond Arms have teamed up again, this time releasing the second iteration of their "Dead Man's Hand" two-shot derringer as an exclusive through Davidson's Gallery of Guns. The model is chambered for both .45 Colt and 3-inch .410 bore shotshells, and it carri...

By Eric B •

What Was the Best Sniper Rifle of WWII?

Editor’s Note: Especially adapted for The Armory Life from The Matchless Enfield .303 No. 4 Mk I (T) Sniper and Britain’s Elite Scout/Snipers Who Dominated WWII Battlefields Book No. 2 Mk II revised and expanded by Jeff John. Available at Amazon.com. I’ve long believed the En...

By Jeff John •

Raptor Rescue Gets an Upgrade for International Nurses’ Day

Leatherman’s Raptor Rescue has been a trusted component for emergency personnel across the globe. It’s a compact tool that combines robust shears with a strap cutter, ring cutter, and more. True to form for Leatherman, the tool folds up for easy belt carry. In honor of International Nurses’...

By Jim Cobb •

Review: Craft Holsters Lynx for the Hellcat

There’s no time like the present to take a critical look at the Craft Holsters Lynx IWB holster, which I tested with my Springfield Hellcat. But first, a little background info. Craft Holsters was formed in 2009 with a vision of offering holsters that are more than just interchangeable pieces o...

By Clayton Walker •

Ask the Pros: Amy of Warlander Enterprises

From afar, I saw the most amazing leather wine carrier positioned high at a booth during BLADE Show. As I got closer, I saw Amy of Warlander Enterprises. Besides the stellar leatherworks, she had a plethora of knives that all looked masterfully crafted! Warlander Enterprises Warlander Enterprises...

By Reuben Bolieu •
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