Short a Couple Inches? Check Out Our New ITS Short Barreled T-Shirt

Posted on July 21, 2017 by The ITS Crew

We all know somebody whose barrel might be lacking a couple inches. Our new ITS Short Barreled T-Shirt highlights that you may need to apply for a tax stamp if your barrel ends up being too short. Continue reading →

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Bro, Do You Even Pinball? – Ridiculous Dialogue Episode 82

Posted on July 21, 2017 by The ITS Crew

Summer TV season is upon us and on this episode of Ridiculous Dialogue, we discussed multiple shows, including Game of Thrones. Bryan and Kelly also followed up with their thoughts after recently finishing up Breaking Bad.

Bryan gave us an update on his meteoric rise to the top of the pinball charts and shared his experience making Poor Man’s Pappy. Finally, Rob told us why jumping into HAM Radio wasn’t as seat-of-your-pants exciting as he thought.

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Hamming it Up and Upgrading Your Pistol – Gear Tasting 98

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Rob Henderson

Fresh off receiving a HAM Technician License, today on Gear Tasting Bryan walks through some of the benefits of getting your HAM license and why you should consider it over Family Radios.

He also answers a Question Over Coffee on his thoughts about internal modifications to handguns. Continue reading →

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Cache is King: Why Caching Radio Equipment is a Top Priority

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Steve V.
3 of 3 in the series Cache is King

All of us are susceptible to normalcy bias to some degree. Normalcy bias causes people to underestimate both the possibility of a disaster and its possible effects. Some also tend to believe things will always function the way they’ve always normally functioned.

This condition affects both individuals and their governments. Those that truly understand the uncertainties and hazards in this world tend to develop and institute countermeasures against foreseeable threats. These countermeasures usually follow a logical progression from most immediate to least likely and from least sophisticated to most sophisticated; in accordance with available excess resources. Continue reading →

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Gear to Build Your Repair Kit – Gear Tasting Radio 24

Posted on July 18, 2017 by The ITS Crew

Whether you’re on the range or on the trail, things break. Today on Gear Tasting Radio, we discuss some items to consider bringing with you for field repairs, including tape, cordage, rubber bands and some often overlooked items.

In addition to the gear itself, we highlighted some of the tips and tricks for carrying repair gear, including multi-purpose items and even storage methods.

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From Company Clerks to Commanders: Why the M-1 Carbine Found Such Extensive Use

Posted on July 17, 2017 by ITS Guest Contributor

During the closing months of the Pacific War, the United States introduced Marines and U.S. Army soldiers to a technological marvel; the ability to see in the dark. While this amazing technology was new, it was married to a very common firearm that had entered World War II as an alternative to the GI .45-caliber pistol.

Dubbed the T-3, this new system was a variant of the M-1 carbine married to an infrared spotlight and an early form of a passive night vision scope. It was heavy, awkward and had a battery with the size and weight of an anvil. However, it worked. That’s just one example of the legacy of the M-1 carbine. It was never intended to be a main battle rifle, but it did everything fighting men asked it to do. Continue reading →

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Now through Monday, Get a Free ITS Maydalorian Morale Patch and Free ITS Koozie in the ITS Store!

Posted on July 14, 2017 by The ITS Crew

Heatwaves make people do crazy things and down in here in Texas we’ve officially reached that time of the year. To help beat the heat, we’re kicking off Christmas in July! This weekend, all orders over $25 will receive a free ITS Maydalorian Morale Patch! (While supplies last.)

Continuing the mid-summer festivities, all orders placed in the ITS Store will receive a free ITS Koozie! Read on below for more information about both of these free items! Continue reading →

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EXO Mountain Gear, Hanging Body Armor and IR Strobe Differences – Gear Tasting 97

Posted on July 13, 2017 by The ITS Crew

Today, Bryan walks through a new K2 2000 Daypack from Exo Mountain Gear and why he feels it’s a solid contender to replace the ALICE Pack he’s carried the past two years at the Mammoth Sniper Challenge.

He also answers some Questions Over Coffee, including one on hanging body armor long-term and some differences between two popular IR Strobes.

In each episode of Gear Tasting, Imminent Threat Solutions Editor-in-Chief Bryan Black answers your gear-related questions and shares his insight into what we’re currently evaluating at ITS HQ.

For more on the gear we review, check out our GEARCOM category here on ITS.

To have your gear related question answered on an upcoming episode, tweet us using the poundtag #GearTasting on Twitter.

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Blade Show 2017: A Photo Walkthrough of Cutting Edge Technology

Posted on July 12, 2017 by Piotr Ma

If you’re into knives, then there’s a good chance you’ve heard about Blade Show, an annual event held in Atlanta, Georgia. Blade Show is to the Knife Industry what SHOT Show is for the Firearms Industry.

Imagine 300 booths and almost 700 tables filled with all kind of knives, axes, swords, daggers, folders, bowies, knife making supplies, grinders and blade-related gadgets & gear. There are also live demonstrations, seminars, an award banquet and all the biggest names represented, of course. From Friday to Sunday, there’s a formal show during the day and a huge after hours party at night. Simply speaking, it’s the place to be if you’re into knives. Continue reading →

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Getting Your HAM Radio License – Gear Tasting Radio 23

Posted on July 11, 2017 by The ITS Crew

Amateur Radio has been around since the early 20th century and it’s easier now than ever to get licensed to talk on the airwaves! Today on Gear Tasting Radio, Bryan and Rob discuss their journey to getting their HAM Radio Technician Licenses.

In addition, they highlighted some practical reasons why you might want to jump into Amateur Radio and how simple it is to get licensed.

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