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When El Chete was released in 2017, it took off,immediatelybecoming a top selling model for TOPS. Something about the functionality of the blade along with its aesthetics just struck a chordwith people in the knife community. The Mini version originally became a thought after making some wooden Christmas ornaments that were shrunken versions of full-sized blades. A few of those ornaments looked like they would make awesome knives. So, TOPS decided to get some minis made. Coming in at 8 and 3/4 inches overall, the El Chete Mini is only mini compared to the original. From tip to handle, it’s…

In our line of work, we see a ton of non-automotive products inspired by specific cars. However, more often than not, these products are wristwatches — although there have been some outliers. One of the more unusual outliers is a new chef’s knife made by Nissan, inspired by their very own Z NISMO. 240 units at $301 each sold out quickly. The knife could not be that fantastic of an actual sushi knife at just $301. That would be a mid-grade Shun. Read the whole thing at HiConsumption.com.     Read the full article here

Keeping your hands warm with winter gloves can turn a miserable experience into a memorable one. Frozen fingers can halt a day on the slopes, end a hike early, and just be painful and uncomfortable. For outdoor work and play, we tested and narrowed down a variety of cold-weather pairs. We found the best premium leather work-inspired gloves like the 4-Season Give’r Gloves. But you might be looking for a leaner option with top dexterity like the Mechanix Wear Coldwork Original, which is built with a straightforward wind-resistant outer softshell and fleece lining. Editor’s Note: We updated our Winter Gloves buyer’s…

A couple of times a year, something pretty special happens in the knife world: Legendary Danish knife brand GiantMouse unveils the next chapter in its storied GM lineup. Produced in limited runs of just 600 pieces, these exclusive knives are invariably unique, gorgeous and high quality. Today is one of those days, as the GM13 and GMP13 are here — and just might be the most fantastic minimalist knives the brand has ever created. I am still in shock that Jens Anso left GiantMouse. “The only constant is change” – Buddah Read the whole thing at GearPatrol.com   Read the…

From multi-pitch climbing commands to calling your drop in the backcountry, the best walkie-talkies can be the difference between a good copy and a garbled transmission. After surveying the field and winnowing down to the most promising, we’ve gathered and tested 13 of the best walkies available. We field-tested these handhelds over months of multi-sport use, challenging them while rafting the rivers of the Pacific Northwest, hiking across Joshua Tree National Park, and hailing our ride while heli-skiing in the Canadian Rockies. We tested the overall range across both desert basins and tight backcountry trees and ran batteries dead flat…

FORT BRAGG, N.C. (March 24, 2025) – The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Special Operations Center of Excellence, concluded the 2025 U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, March 16-20. With 21 teams from across the U.S. special operations force and allied forces, the 75th Ranger Regiment proved triumphant, securing first place followed by the 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) in second and the Netherlands in third. The competition tested sniper teams on a variety of skills – from performance, precision shooting to fieldcraft – highlighting the importance of…

The modern world of increasingly digitalized vehicles presents new challenges for the security industry. I recently drove an armored Audi RS 7 built by U.S. Armor Group, which featured plenty of James Bond gadgets for protection. Learning about how U.S. Armor Group integrates bulletproof glass, pepper spray, a smoke machine, and electric shocking door handles took up plenty of my time with the car. And I also wanted to experience how an armored car with these deterrents handled the additional weight. But in the end, much of my conversation with founder Jeffrey Engen revolved around how electronics and connectivity require…

Investment to support the expansion of production capabilities in Israel and future global operations 24 March 2025, Israel – SpearUAV, a leading developer of autonomous, AI-based encapsulated loitering combat systems, announces the successful completion of a significant funding round led by Deep Insight venture fund. The round also included participation from existingand new private investors, marking a major milestone in the company’s continued growth. This investment follows a period of accelerated expansion, with SpearUAV securing major defense contracts and scaling its operations to meet increasing global demand. The funding will enable the company to establish a new production line in…

If you want to find the best 5.56 NATO suppressor, you need a lot of ammo, cameras, and a few people willing to risk bodily harm. RECOIL has all of that and more, and put it to good use testing a host of suppressors at CANCON South Carolina 2024! In this third part of a multi-part series, we run the Aero Precision Lahar 30 through its paces. If you want the full results of the tests, take a look at Best 5.56 NATO Suppressor: Searching for the Best Damn Can In The Land! Read the full article here

Backcountry riders know how essential ski backpacks are for carrying avalanche rescue tools. Whether you’re a skier, splitboarder, snowmobiler, or a resort hound, you know the value of a well-made winter pack. Other times, these packs carry a few energy bars and a water bottle or an extra pair of mittens. Picking the right ski pack for your day on the slopes depends a lot on the mission at hand and whether or not you’re in avalanche terrain. While most packs have a lot in common — namely, shoulder straps and a central zippered compartment — they differ wildly in…