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Its tough to tell these days exactly what makes a knife tactical. Theres a few that bear the label, but couldnt be trusted in a true survival or combat situation. Whats tactical is fluid. Everything else is just silverware. Heres thebest tactical foldingknives for doing just that. Its spring-assisted deployment and light body speak to a single purpose: speed. The AUS-8 steel is good, but not meant for daily use without consistent sharpening....

It can compete with items twice the price, with ease. The outside is 6061 T6 aluminum that has been CNC machined for its distinctive look. The inside is your choice of ballpoint with stylus, whistle tip, or an actual tactical fountain pen. All come with glassbreaker/self-defense tip for striking. With a little practice, its a clever way to write your own get out of jail free card. You dont need to be entrenched to appreciate it, but if you are, you will....

Its the lens that opens the world of photography to beginners, and were going to explore why. You may not remember your first photograph, but youll never forget your first DSLR. The journey of photography is marked by many milestones. You may not remember your first photograph, but youll never forget your first DSLR. Whats the next step after youve gotten comfortable with your DSLR? It features a wide maximum aperture which allows for excellent low-light performance and firm control over selective focus....

Want to see just how amazing sports architecture can be? Its the best of alternative sporting stadiums, and its your inspiration for the day. The firm was tasked by the university to build low-cost structures using locally-sourced timber. Both structures also required a large column-free space as the main feature of the building. The archery hall features a lattice frame while the boxing club features a stepped frame. Both sports facilities have a clean and spacious aesthetic, but with unique, detailed and intricate ceilings....

Ever stolen a moment in the company stairwell to see the big moment from last nights show? Ever caught a few minutes to stream a show while your date is in the restroom? Yeah, were not proud. Were not about to apologize, either. We get it waiting a full work day before catching up on the new show can be a challenge. If youre willing to skirt the rules, however, you dont have to wait....

If it wasnt cool, it didnt get covered. Thus the coverage was inherently positive, as anything negative just didnt make The List. So when I see a strikingly beautiful camera like the new Leica SL, I get excited. It appears at first glance to meet my passion for cool and my profession of photography. In the case of the Leica SL, however, it all ends right there. Its an outdated/overpriced punch line that serious photographers wont be laughing at....

Could electric power bring about the return of the moped? A San Francisco startup thinks so, having just introduced an all electric moped inspired by the vintage greats. First, a bit of a history lesson. The Bolt Motorbikes M1 Electric Moped is clearly inspired by the mopeds of the 1970s. Instead of a gas tank, Bolt Motorbikes affixes a battery. In place of the ZA50 engine, Bolt attaches an electric motor....

This little black box might be one of the most revolutionary cameras of the 21st century. It captures images in combined resolutions of up to 56MP, then processes these images into a single still. This little beauty is the Light L16 Camera, and its the worlds first multi-aperture digital camera. Later, the photographer can select areas of focus and let the rest fall into a smooth blur. Its DSLR-style photography, but without the massive body or lens collection....

A new architectural gem has been embedded into the craggy contours of theKamnik Alps. Climbers of the Skuta Peak in Slovenia will find refuge from the elements in this new modern shelter. Alpine Shelter Skuta is a modularprefabproject designed by Harvard students andOFIS Architects. Alpine Shelter Skuta is a modular structure that was fabricated in parts and airlifted to the site. Each end of the shelter features floor-to-ceiling glass, taking in the breathtaking Alpine views....

For as far as the technology has come, it is still very much in its infancy. First, lets explore what makes the Vantage Robotics Snap Drone different. In terms of flight functionality, the Snap drone is different in both software and hardware design. It can be launched from a handheld position, then controlled entirely by smartphone. Its software allows for easy follow flight with smart lock technology. Next, lets look at what makes the Snap Drone by Vantage Robotics similar to the rest....

Should the need arise, this modern modular home can be lifted and shifted to firmer ground. As the land shifts and evolves, this home will follow suit. Theres sustainability of nature and sustainability of self, and this home is designed to offer both. The appearance of the East House is virtuous in its own right. It is concrete contemporary at its finest, a natural blend of stone-colored concrete and warm wooden framing....

This time around, were not talking thermostats or smoke detectors, but low-cost furniture shopping. Entrepreneur Brad Sewell aims to challenge the conventional furniture market by providing direct-to-consumer seating without store-based supply chain overhead. Campaign Furniture is like a grown-mans Ikea, featuring higher quality builds and no in-store headaches. Just order online, and the furniture comes straight to you for easy assembly. Heads may or may not roll. Campaign furniture was built on a new set of supply chain principles that allow it to keep costs low....

View in gallery you could ignore every other set of Washington D.C. travel tips you read. This tunnel hosts the lighting artistLeo Villareals Multiverse, a constellation of 40,000+ LED bulbs. On my last visit to Washington D.C., seeing the light tunnel was a top priority. I brought my camera and spent a few hours on site producing the above video. In a crowd, it can be difficult to appreciate the sanctity of this monument....