Bourbon: A Quintessentially American Spirit
Bourbon, a quintessentially American spirit, has a storied history that dates back to the late 18th century. Its origins are often traced to the settlers of present-day Kentucky, who brought…
Rye Whiskey: The Bold Spirit with a Rich History
George Washington’s Rye Whiskey® made the way George Washington made it. George Washington’s Rye Whiskey® is the official spirit of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Photo by George Washington’s Mount Vernon.…
The Stoic Underpinnings of Ian Fleming’s James Bond
Bronze bust of the author Ian Fleming by the British sculptor Anthony Smith. Commissioned by the Fleming family to commemorate the centenary of Ian Fleming’s birth in 2008. Photo: Fortheloveofknowledge…
5.11 Frances Fleece Product Review
Fleece for fall? Absolutely! Cozy afternoon walks observing the leaves will be even cozier in this fleece button up jacket. A fleece should be a staple in every wardrobe. What…
JFK Special Warfare Museum: A Tribute to Army Special Operations Forces
Soldiers from each of the Army’s seven Special Forces Groups at the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy in November 2011. U.S. Army photo by SFC Jeremy D. Crisp /…
5.11 Tactical HQ Tech Fleece Jacket: Versatile Comfort
Fleece jackets have become a staple in outdoor and casual wear, known for their warmth, lightweight comfort, and versatility. A fleece jacket is an essential component of a complete layering…
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Maven Optics B.5 18X Binoculars with Ranging Reticle
I have been looking for a set of binoculars with an integrated MIL reticle for spotting and range estimation since I had to turn in my issued pair. My original…
5.11 Tactical Adventure Print Shirt Short Sleeve Reviewed
5.11 Tactical has a few interesting products consumers should be aware of. Over the years they introduced a nice line of print shirts that offer a unique combination of style,…
5.11 Skyweight 24 Liter pack
I like this pack a lot more than I expected to. I have many packs from many different makers, so it takes a lot for a 24-liter pack to impress…
5.11 AllHaula Duffel 45 Liter
I recently had the chance to test out the 5.11 Tactical AllHaula 45-Liter Duffel. This bag is built to take a lot more than I could put it through. It…