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October 19th, 2021 5minute read General Quarters, General Quarters. All hands man your battle stations. If any naval command sets a crew in motion, it is the call to General Quarters. A U.S. Navy sailor stands ready to meet Iranian fast-attack boats aboard the USS Kidd in the Persian Gulf. Image: U.S. Navy These speedboats carry automatic weapons and rocket launchers along with heavily armed boarding parties. Of particular concern is the emergence of drone ships added to the mix in potential swarm attacks....

October 18th, 2021 7:13 runtime Ever cleaned the cosmoline out of an SKS rifle? As a lover of guns, I aspire to collect pretty much all of them. After all, what purpose would some old beat-up war rifle serve in a self-defense situation in modern America? So guns like the Mosin-Nagant rifle andunder-appreciated SKSnever really appealed to me. The challenge Im referring to is what I call the milsurp experience....

Epic moments driven by rousing words from inspirational men and women and defined by those that heard them. Baseball is the quintessential picture of American life. Moreso thanfootball, basketball, or anything else you could name. It has endured the test of time, and it has adapted as society has grown and changed. Yet, at its heart, baseball remains one of the most definitive American pastimes. At its roots, baseball is just a game....

But you dont have to break a sweat; weve got you covered. A sturdy 12-24 inch single shoulder strap features on the 10L and 20L bags for support. The 55L waterproof dry bag comes with a robust waist belt to further support and distribute your load. What makes this bag even better is the roomy waterproof phone case that fits phones of all sizes. Thats awesome particularly when it starts raining, or if your adventure is in the waters....

October 17th, 2021 5minute read Lasers on pistols have always been a bit controversial. It is all about seconds and advantages. Consider me a convert. Making It Even Better? I have recently fallen in love with theSpringfield Hellcat RDPand felt it really was just about perfect. The fact it co-witnesses with the excellent U-Dot sights makes it all the better. I train quite often for every situation I can think of with the guns I carry....

The helmet has the features youd want from a helmet whether its for duty use or personal protection. The first thing to talk about, of course, is the helmets protection. Hard Head Veterans makes this information readily available on their product page. You are able to look at even the most minute details recorded during their testing. Obviously, of greatest concern is penetration. On their testing, the helmet withstood .44 Mag....

This complicates the picture for discreet, concealed carry. The key remains having the right carry rig and dressing around the gun. Lets look at a few holsters that might help our cause. Rosens Express line is a lower-cost option compared to his standard offerings, yet the quality is truly first-rate. Belt slots are cut to 112, and the 5JR features an FBI-style forward rake to aid concealment. TheMitch Rosen 5JRrepresents the best buy for shooters who favor a top-quality, leather outside-the-waistband holster....

During 1965, up to 70% of USMC casualties were because of mines and traps. The Viet Cong had found a way to test Americas resolve in a long war. Vietnam has been called a war of booby traps. A swinging deadfall-style boobytrap was demonstrated for Marines during 1966 in this image. Image: NARA During 1966 most American combat units created their own trap and mine warfare schools in-country. Extreme caution should be exercised when moving near hedges and trees....

View in gallery In anymans closet, not so many things are half as important ascomfortable undies. We turned the market upside down to find comfortable mens underwear for daily wear. It should also feel comfortable against your skin and around your waistline. Most importantly, good underpants must have an attractive style that boosts your confidence. This is irrespective of whether you are planning for a date or not. We gathered 10 of the best pieces that match different lifestyles and budgets....

Want to test the limits of your mental prowess? Then try out some of the 100 best riddles with answers. View in gallery For millennia, riddles have been mystifying the masses with their clever word play. viawww.dccomics.com From the ancient Sumerians, Sophocles Oedipus Rex, to hobbits, and Batman. Riddles are just as popular today as they were thousands of years ago. Or as a bonus question on a test. And even in video games....

Thats rightits our list of the best 90s horror movies! The 90s were a time when Hollywood was reaching the zenith of its creativity. Do you prefercreepy thrillersor slasher films? Whatever your preference, there is something for everyone in these 90s horror movie recommendations. Youll even find some cult classics on here! The Best 90s Horror Movies What made 90s horror flicks so awesome? In fact, there are three pillars of any great horror film: mystery, suspense, andgore....

Unlike those other fundamentals which might be described as static skills, trigger control is dynamic. In short, you hold the gun on target while moving the trigger to the rear. And that fair reader, is easier said than done. Most of us will be best served by centering the distal pad of the index finger on the trigger. Grips with too great a circumference prevent users with smaller hands from getting proper finger placement on the trigger....

Who doesnt love a good riddle? Sometimes a brainteaser is just what you gotta get those neurons firing. There have to be some, surely. Because, when you start to think about riddles, you realize that they areoften simplein their complexity. However, their very nature is to deceive, thus warranting the extra thought. What Is the Point of a Question? In short, asking a question is information gathering. It is how we learn....