Monthly Archives: May 2009

Frosts Mora Knife

Posted on May 31, 2009 by John

I believe every person should have a good knife in their kit. Ever since I was a child growing up in Sweden, I’ve had a Mora knife. Frosts’ 700 Series “Master” knife is one of my favorites. The blade is … Continue reading →

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Instructables: Home-Made Gadgets

Posted on May 31, 2009 by Cindy

I have just found the coolest website. Hackers, inventors, home scientists share their step-by-step instructions for making everything from $10 home made infra-red goggles, metalworking techniques, ballistics gel, CRT monitor fish tanks; everything from recipes, lasers, scientific, to the offbeat! … Continue reading →

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How to make a hobo stove

Posted on May 31, 2009 by John

Build an Ultralight Backpacking Hobo Stove

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Leatherman Wave

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Cindy

Almost every gearhead has some version of a Leatherman; it’s no surprise that the Leatherman Wave is the company’s highest selling multi-tool. There are several clones of the most popular multi-tool, but why not own the best? Leathermans are known … Continue reading →

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Swedish Navy captures pirates

Posted on May 26, 2009 by John

The Royal Swedish Navy captured its first batch of pirates last night in the Gulf of Aden. According to Press Officer Hannah Larsson, Somali pirates attacked the merchant vessel M/V Antonis with rocket-propelled grenades and assault rifles, prompting the Swedish … Continue reading →

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Blackfive

Posted on May 22, 2009 by John

One of my favorite blogs on the internet is Blackfive.  Why… you ask?  Here’s why: “Former Paratrooper and Army Officer, Matthew “Blackfive” Burden started this blog upon learning of the valorous sacrifice of a friend that was not reported by … Continue reading →

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Have a safe Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on May 22, 2009 by John

On behalf of the contributors of Tactical Gearhead, we would like to wish each and everyone of you a Happy Memorial Day Weekend. Stay safe and remember the fallen. Let us not forget the fallen… I. The 30th day of … Continue reading →

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Personalize Your Sigg Water Bottles

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Cindy

Anything you want on your Sigg water bottle. How about the Tactical Gearhead logo? Cafepress has added Sigg water bottles to their line of products.

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National Geographic Channel’s Inside Special Forces

Posted on May 9, 2009 by John

Thanks to Hulu, I can now watch some great National Geographic Channel documentaries online. I really enjoyed this one.

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Galls Medium-Weight Tactical Uniform

Posted on May 9, 2009 by John

One of my favorite tactical uniforms is the Galls Medium-Weight Tactical Uniform, made exclusively by Tru-Spec for Galls. First up, the shirt is a cross between a BDU two-pocket tuck-in, and a Class B shirt. The shirt is comfortable and … Continue reading →

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