Monthly Archives: September 2013

Kryptos: The Unbreakable Encryption Right Under the Nose of the CIA

In the courtyard of one of our country’s top intelligence facilities, a 10 foot tall s-shaped sculpture stands as a… View Article

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AK Krink Build Part 3: Trigger Guard Riveting and Front Trunion Drilling

This entry is part 3 of 3 in the series DIY AKS-74U Krink Build

3 of 3 in the series DIY AKS-74U Krink BuildWe’re continuing our DIY AKS-74U Krink Build today by riveting in… View Article

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How To Break Down A Door

Alright, let’s get this out of the way first: kicking down a door is not the best option for opening… View Article

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The Claymore from Combat Flip Flops: Cool, Functional and Vintage Inspired

I’ve been in search of the perfect mini-messenger style bag for more than two years. Granted, one person’s view of… View Article

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K-9 Nutrition: An Interview and Bite Work Demo with Mike Ritland and Rico

I had the pleasure of heading back out to Cooper, TX a few weeks ago to talk with former Navy… View Article

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Unconventional Training Tools: DIY Tire and Drag Harnesses

The tire and drag harness is probably the cheapest and most effective training tool in our arsenal. Its simple design… View Article

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ITS Engraved Mora FireKnife, Jute Paracord and Fire Starting Tinder New to ITS Store

In the ITS Store today, we’re launching a new ITS Engraved Swedish Mora FireKnife, Jute 550 Paracord and Fire Starting… View Article

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Have an ARRRSOME Talk Like a Scurvy Pirate Day!

Avast, me hearties! Today is International Talk Like A Pirate Day, and we wanted to take th’ opportunity to remind ye scurvy… View Article

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25 Classic Movies That Shaped My Sense of Adventure

Like many of you that may be reading this, I grew up in the 80s with some of the best… View Article

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Earning the GORUCK Tough Patch with Challenge Class 732 in Portland

I sit here, just days after completing my GORUCK Challenge with mixed emotions. My muscles are no longer sore. I… View Article

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