Ernest Hemingway: A Hidden Spy Past
Hemingway in the cabin of his boat Pilar, off the coast of Cuba, c. 1950 Ernest Hemingway, a celebrated American author, is known for his novels and literary contributions. However, a…
Maven 2.5-15X44 First Focal Plane RS1.2
I’ve tried out a few Maven scopes over the years, the RS1.2 has some classic Maven features and some optical improvements. Maven’s RS.1 Riflescope series is intended for hunters seeking…
Wiley X Recon Sunglasses
Another strong look coming from Wiley X in the form of their Recon glasses. The company continues to be a leader in the realm of eyewear and their products are…
Roald Dahl: Renowned Author and World War II Spy
Roald Dahl in 1954. Roald Dahl was born on September 13, 1916, in Cardiff, Wales, to Norwegian immigrant parents. He experienced a challenging childhood, losing both his sister and father…
The SPEED BEEZ Lever Loader: Redefining Magazine Loading
As anyone who shoots knows, loading magazines by hand can be a slow and often painful process. It also impacts the life of the magazine. It can cause unnecessary wear…
The Shōninki: Natori Masatake’s Treatise on the Ninja’s Craft
Nishinomaru and Fukiage, residences of the three Tokugawa families (17th century). The Shōninki is an intriguing manuscript that offers an unparalleled insight into the realm of the shinobi, also known…
The Shinobi Hiden: Insights into the Secrets of Ninjutsu
Hand-drawn historic illustration of a ninja from circa 1770 (Meiwa era). The Shinobi Hiden or Legends of Ninja Secrets, also known as the Ninpiden, is a significant historical text in…
Adolf Tolkachev: The Billion Dollar Spy
Adolf Tolkachev Adolf Georgiyevich Tolkachev, born on January 6, 1927, in Aktyubinsk, Aktobe Region, Kazakh SSR, USSR, was Soviet electronics engineer who played a pivotal role in the Cold War.…