Becker BK 2 by Ka-Bar

The Becker BK 2 is arguably the best survival knife for under 60 bucks. This little work horse is about 10.5 inches long, weighs about a pound and can chop and batton with the likes of bigger knives. The power comes from the 1/4 inch thick partial flat ground blade. It has been called a sharpened pry bar and that is a very accurate description. This is a great table top review of  the Becker BK2; hope you enjoy!

For more information on some of my other top picks check out:
Best Survival Knife blog.

Maxpedition Kodiak Review - Best Of the Gearslingers?

The Maxpedition Gearslinger line up is designed with a single shoulder strap that crosses over the chest, similar to a messenger bag.  The strap goes from the top right hand corner of the pack and connects to the bottom left. This configuration allows the pack to sit comfortably on your back however it can be pulled to the front of your chest to access the contents in a hurry. All of the Maxpedition Gearslinger have a dedicated concealed carry pocket that is easily accessible when the bag is pulled to your chest. So, if you need to get to your firearm it is a quick motion instead of having to dig through a backpack for it.
The Maxpedition Kodiak, in my opinion is the best of the large packs offered in the Gearslinger series. Most large packs that you come across have a big main compartment with very little organizational structure. You basically cram as much gear into them as you can, and then have to dig through all of the contents to find what you are looking for. The Kodiak is extremely organized internally, everything that you put into it has its place so there is no digging for your gear.

I am really impressed with the majority of the Gearslinger line up but for a big pack I would go for the Kodiak over the Monsoon. The Maxpedition Monsoon is a larger overall bag however it does not nearly compete with the attention to detail and internal organization of the Kodiak. For me the Kodiak is also a better use of space. Although the tear drop shape of the monsoon is really cool looking, it is not as practical as the Kodiak's use of space.
For More information on all of the Gearslingers by Maxpedition check out my full review site at Maxpedition Gearslinger Reviews

Maxpedition Monsoon Gearslinger Review

Maxpedition hard use gear is some of the toughest and coolest concealed carry gear on the market. Even if you dont have the need to conceal a handgun, Maxpedition gear still provide a ton of features that you will not find else where.

The Maxpedition Monsoon is the biggest pack in a Maxpedition line called the "Gearslingers". What sets this pack aside from a regular backpack and makes it a "Gearslinger" is the single chest strap that allows you to swing the bag from your back to your chest in one fluid motion. This motion allows you to access this pack on the run, while moving, unlike like a backpack where you have to dismount to effectively access the contents. As you can imagine there are tons of uses for this, especially if you are in a tactical situation.

Here is a great article that I found on the Monsoon

The Maxpedition Monsoon Gearslinger is the big daddy of the Gearslinger line up. With over 1600 cu in of internal space the Monsoon Gearslinger is the perfect bridge between a full backpack and a Gearslinger. It features the capacity of most mid sized backpacks with the functionality that you love from the Gearslinger line. Read More - Maxpedition Monsoon Gearslinger - Right Pack For You?

There are 7 packs in the Gearslinger Series ranging from very small and compact, to large every day carry bags. You can read more about the different bags Here: Maxpedition Reviews and style comparisons and Here: Maxpedition Review - Which Gearslinger Is Right For You? 

Overall these are excellent hard use carry packs. I have researched the ba-jezus out of these and am yet to come accross a bad review! 

Horton Vision 175 - Pinnacle Of The Crossbow World?

 

 

The Horton Vision 175 Crossbow is seen as the ultimate ready made, non-custom crossbow on the market. When I was in the market I shot probably ten different crossbows and stopped when I shot the vision for the first time. I  knew as soon as I shot this thing that it was exactly what I was looking for. I went home did some research on the web in a few survival forums that I belong to and found nothing but rave reviews on the Horton Vision 175 Crossbow. A day later I was the proud owner of one.

Besides the great stats surrounding the accuracy of this weapon, the first thing that you will notice when you pick it up it is that it is evenly balanced. As a beginner in the crossbow world I didnt even think about how front heavy virtually all crossbows are. The Horton Vision 175 is so well banlanced that you can hold it with one hand and fire it.

The next thing that I noticed was how quiet it is compared to all of the other crossbows that I have shot. EXTREMELY quiet.Ultimately the even balance, quietness, accuracy, and hell, the overall cool factor, were the deciding factors for me. 

I liked this bow so much that I created a review page complete, with stats, videos, pictures and helpful purchasing information on this crossbow. You can find it here Horton Vision Crossbow Review

Maxpedition Review - Best Bug Out Bag?

I recently picked up a Maxpedition Sitka for use as a general concealed carry/ everday backpack/ Bug out bag. This is my first Maxpedition bag and the hype that I have read about this gear is nothing but true. I purchased it from amazon and as soon as I got my hands on it I knew that it was rugged and extremely well made. The "Gearslinger" style of the Maxpedition Sika allows you to get to your gear on the run. You can very easily access all parts of this bag while it is still secured to your body.This was a huge feature for me because I hate taking a backpack off and rumaging through its contents especialy in a concealed carry senerio. The contents inside the pack stay put with the use of dividers, internal pockets, heavy duty elastic straps etc. The elastic straps that are found on the inside of the pockets are perfect for knives, flashlights, extra clips etc. Everything has its place and and stays there even when you are fast on the move. Stays quiet too.

For a full review of the gearslinger line from Maxpedition check out my blog - Maxpedition Review 

Atlas Pasta Machine With Motor - Any Benefits? Article Review

I  just read a good article on the Atlas Marcato Pasta machine with motor ( you can read it here Atlas Pasta machine) The article describes the benefits of the Atlas pasta machine with Motor over the original hand crank version. It says that the motored version is much easier to use for one person because the you can use two hands to feed the machine and to catch the cut pasta. 

I have a handcrank atlas pasta machine that I love but I am sure that the version with the motor is just as good or slightly easier to use.

Bravo!

The Best Survival Knife For Everyday Use

There is a long list of survival knives that fit into the Best Survival Knife category all dependent on the intended use. They range from large heavy blades like the Ontario RTAK II measuring in at 16.5 inches and weighing a solid 2.2lbs to the ultra versatile Ka-Bar Becker BK2 at just 10" overall and weighing less than a pound. Needless to say it is tough to narrow down the absolute best survival knife because your intended use has a lot to do with the blade that you choose.

However for everyday practicality in our normal lives I would have to say that the Gerber LMF II ASEK tops the list for all around best survival knife. The features on this blade are not only excellent for the camper, hunter and woodsman, they also lend themselves to everyday use.

The Gerber LMF ASEK II was designed to be used by downed fighter pilots. The 4.84 inch, 12c27 stainless steel, partially serrated blade was made in part to cut through tangled fuselage in the event of a crash scenario. The butt of the knife is an excellent pummel and can be used to break anything from a car window to tough shellfish. Not to mention that in a defensive scenario it is definitely another business end to the knife.

I have one of these knives strapped to the driver-side top roll bar of my jeep. Not because I am afraid of getting car jacked, but because of the usefulness of the pummel for breaking glass should I become trapped in my car, and the strap cutter that can cut through a seat belt like a hot knife through butter. The Gerber LMF ASEK II is my "go to blade" and the best survival knife in my kit because it is useful in so many situations.

Stats at a glance:

Overall Length: 10.59"

Blade Length: 4.84"

Weight: 11.39 oz.

Price: $65 - $95

The sheath of the LMF II is another huge selling point. The blade snaps into place in the kydex portion of the sheath and fits very firmly. The blade does not rattle at all, unlike other kydex sheaths that I have owned. The two straps that hold the handle in place are nylon and have a snap closure. It is so nice to have a snap instead of velcro.

The sheath also has a knife sharpener and has a number of carry options including on a MOLE vest, from your belt, and/or affixed to your leg. Over all this is the best survival knife that I have in my kit and if you are looking for a fantastic all around knife this is it!

For more information on the Gerber LMF ASEK II, and my other top 7 survival knives check out my website which is loaded with pictures, reviews, videos and the best pricing options for the top survivalist approved knives. Here it is Best Survival Knife

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