What is an EDC IFAK?

An EDC IFAK, or everyday carry individual first aid kit, is a kit that allows the user to render basic first aid to themselves or others.  An EDC IFAK should be small enough to carry on a belt or in a pocket, while being able to treat minor medical issues such as headaches, small wounds or bug bites.

Much like your firearm, a First Aid Kit is something you bring with you but really hope you never have to use. Living in an unpredictable world makes an IFAK a necessary kit for anyone who wants to be prepared, and there are a lot of options out there for first aid kits.

You can buy a ready-made first aid kit, or you can build one yourself. Our focus is going to be on what items you should have in your EDC IFAK, and whether you buy one or build one is up to you. Building one gives you the option to make everything

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APOCABOX: Where a Collection of Unique, Curated Survival Gear Meets Survival Know-How

…The darkness was encroaching. Eric watched the newscast as Sky5ive brought him aerial shots of blackouts rolling across the quadrants of the city. His stomach sank because he knew it was just a matter of time before it hit the suburbs. It really didn’t matter, though, as he already heard gunshots several streets over. He was frozen on the couch, biting his thumbnail nervously while staring in a blank daze at a spot on the wall just above the television. His mind

I'm a bigger person, is Appendix Carry right for me?

We often get questions about appendix carry from larger-framed folks who wonder if appendix carry is a good option for them. Fear not – if you don’t have washboard abs, you can still carry (safely and comfortably) in the appendix position.

Some factors that influence appendix carry are body type, clothing type and firearm size. While many people will choose to carry in a traditional appendix holster, like our REVO Appendix Rig, there are some other options that we’ll look at, too.

The biggest complaint with appendix carry is that it’s uncomfortable. When compared to carrying outside the waistband (OWB), appendix carry does present more challenges to staying comfortable, but it’s not impossible to carry comfortably and shouldn’t be a reason for giving up on this carry method.

Basic Guide to Home Defense

In the United States, a home invasion occurs roughly every three seconds. Combined with the accessibility to training and low-cost security devices, there is absolutely no excuse to leave your home undefended. However, not even the most advanced security system or training can make up for a lack of situational awareness.

Leaving a door or window unlocked can have dire consequences, such as in the case of the 2007 rape, torture and murder of the Petit family which started as a burglary. The criminals came in through an open door; tragically, hindsight tells us that had the door been locked, the family inside may have had significantly more response time, allowing them to escape, defend themselves and get help.

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Why Situational Awareness is the Best "Fashion Statement" - Guest Blog from SOFLETE

As a guy lucky enough to be entrenched a community of fire breathing, meat eating, privation seeking, warfighting, outdoor professionals; I’m in a position where people often look to me for advice on the best “Insert piece of equipment here”. It feels like most people think that if they wear the right jacket or carry the