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Amazon is giving veterans a deep discount on Prime membership from now until Vets Day
Deals & Discounts

Amazon is giving veterans a deep discount on Prime membership from now until Vets Day

By James Clark

Posted on Nov 7, 2019

Service members and vets can now download dozens of video games for free — and no, you don’t need to reenlist to get them
Deals & Discounts

Service members and vets can now download dozens of video games for free — and no, you don’t need to reenlist to get them

By David Roza

Posted on Oct 9, 2019

The knife that saved the Iraq War’s first living Medal of Honor recipient
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The knife that saved the Iraq War’s first living Medal of Honor recipient

By Jared Keller

Posted on Jun 26, 2019

Dodge’s new ‘Stars and Stripes’ Chargers and Challengers are tailor-made for the base parking lot
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Dodge’s new ‘Stars and Stripes’ Chargers and Challengers are tailor-made for the base parking lot

By James Clark

Posted on Apr 12, 2019

Sig Sauer unveils slick commemorative pistol to honor Navy SEAL Medal of Honor recipient
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Sig Sauer unveils slick commemorative pistol to honor Navy SEAL Medal of Honor recipient

By Jared Keller

Posted on Apr 3, 2019

5 MREs we reviewed so you don’t have to
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5 MREs we reviewed so you don’t have to

By T.T. Robinson

Posted on Feb 11, 2019

‘The Many Faces of War’ Isn’t A Comfortable Book, But It’s A Damn Good One
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‘The Many Faces of War’ Isn’t A Comfortable Book, But It’s A Damn Good One

By Task & Purpose

Posted on Jan 7, 2019

Apple Is Giving Military Veterans A 10% Discount On iPhones, Macs, And Almost Everything Else
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Apple Is Giving Military Veterans A 10% Discount On iPhones, Macs, And Almost Everything Else

By Paul Szoldra

Posted on Dec 5, 2018

The Map And Compass Preferred By Navy SEALS — And The German Air Force
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The Map And Compass Preferred By Navy SEALS — And The German Air Force

By Chief Kristin Beck (Ret.)

Posted on Sep 19, 2018

You Can Now Own A Top-Shelf Tommy Gun Chambered In 9mm
Gear Reviews

You Can Now Own A Top-Shelf Tommy Gun Chambered In 9mm

By Jared Keller

Posted on Jul 13, 2018

This Marine Vet’s Tomahawks Were Designed For ‘Maximum Power With Minimal Effort’
Reviews

This Marine Vet’s Tomahawks Were Designed For ‘Maximum Power With Minimal Effort’

By Jared Keller

Posted on Jun 11, 2018

If This Man’s Combat Axe Was Good Enough For SEAL Team 6, It’s Good Enough For Us
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If This Man’s Combat Axe Was Good Enough For SEAL Team 6, It’s Good Enough For Us

By Jared Keller

Posted on Jun 1, 2018

‘Eat The Apple’ Is The Belligerent, Unflinchingly Honest Iraq War Memoir We Needed
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‘Eat The Apple’ Is The Belligerent, Unflinchingly Honest Iraq War Memoir We Needed

By Matt Young

Posted on Apr 24, 2018

This Tactical Watch Has The Navy SEAL Of Approval. But Can It Stand Up To The G-Shock?
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This Tactical Watch Has The Navy SEAL Of Approval. But Can It Stand Up To The G-Shock?

By Adam Linehan

Posted on Feb 22, 2018

Sig Sauer Will Put 5,000 Of The Army’s Slick New Handguns Up For Commercial Sale
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Sig Sauer Will Put 5,000 Of The Army’s Slick New Handguns Up For Commercial Sale

By James Clark

Posted on Dec 18, 2017

Civilian Marksmanship Program Reveals Plan For Sale Of Surplus M1911 Pistols
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Civilian Marksmanship Program Reveals Plan For Sale Of Surplus M1911 Pistols

By Jared Keller

Posted on Dec 5, 2017

17 essential pieces of gear for your war on Christmas
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17 essential pieces of gear for your war on Christmas

By Jared Keller

Posted on Nov 27, 2017

Colt Is Offering A Limited Run Of Civilian M203 Grenade Launchers To A Few Lucky Collectors
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Colt Is Offering A Limited Run Of Civilian M203 Grenade Launchers To A Few Lucky Collectors

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Nov 13, 2017

This Badass Military-Inspired Truck Is A Literal Tank
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This Badass Military-Inspired Truck Is A Literal Tank

By Sarah Sicard

Posted on Oct 5, 2017

5 Perfect Birthday Gifts For The Mad Dog Who Has Everything
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5 Perfect Birthday Gifts For The Mad Dog Who Has Everything

By Adam Linehan

Posted on Sep 8, 2017

This Powerful Credit Card-Sized Gun Fits Neatly Into Your Wallet
Gear Reviews

This Powerful Credit Card-Sized Gun Fits Neatly Into Your Wallet

By Jared Keller

Posted on Aug 3, 2017

The Civilian Marksmanship Program Is One Step Closer To Selling Colt 1911s
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program Is One Step Closer To Selling Colt 1911s

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Jul 19, 2017

This NASA-Engineered Super Soaker Could Probably Kill You
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This NASA-Engineered Super Soaker Could Probably Kill You

By Sarah Sicard

Posted on Jul 12, 2017

A Marine Sniper Designed This ‘Survival Grenade’ And Now I Want One
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A Marine Sniper Designed This ‘Survival Grenade’ And Now I Want One

By James Clark

Posted on Jun 7, 2017

The St Louis Police Department Is Selling Off Its Arsenal Of Legendary Tommy Guns
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The St Louis Police Department Is Selling Off Its Arsenal Of Legendary Tommy Guns

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Jun 6, 2017

Lowe’s Is Now Offering Military Discounts To Veterans
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Lowe’s Is Now Offering Military Discounts To Veterans

By James Clark

Posted on May 5, 2017

5 Discounts For Service Members That Will Make Your Trip To Disney Unforgettable
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5 Discounts For Service Members That Will Make Your Trip To Disney Unforgettable

By Francis Horton

Posted on Apr 24, 2017

The Civilian Marksmanship Program Is About To Receive Thousands Of Surplus M1 Garands
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The Civilian Marksmanship Program Is About To Receive Thousands Of Surplus M1 Garands

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Apr 13, 2017

Check Out This Futuristic New Stock For Your AR-15
Gear Reviews

Check Out This Futuristic New Stock For Your AR-15

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Apr 8, 2017

F**k Flowers. Give Your Loved One A Bouquet Of Bullets
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F**k Flowers. Give Your Loved One A Bouquet Of Bullets

By James Clark

Posted on Apr 6, 2017

This Ridiculous Video May Change Your Mind About Wearing A Kilt
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This Ridiculous Video May Change Your Mind About Wearing A Kilt

By Jared Keller

Posted on Apr 4, 2017

Wilson Combat’s New Handgun Combines Modern Design With Classic Features
Gear Reviews

Wilson Combat’s New Handgun Combines Modern Design With Classic Features

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Mar 7, 2017

SERE school knife
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Stainless steel vs carbon: What blade makes the best survival knife?

By Marty Skovlund Jr.

Posted on Mar 1, 2017

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Roundups

Five weird pieces of gear special operations guys use

By Marty Skovlund Jr.

Posted on Feb 15, 2017

Kel-Tec Just Unveiled Its New Compact Rifle
Gear Reviews

Kel-Tec Just Unveiled Its New Compact Rifle

By Matthew Moss

Posted on Jan 24, 2017

7 Ridiculous Things Veterans Actually Want For Christmas
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7 Ridiculous Things Veterans Actually Want For Christmas

By Francis Horton

Posted on Dec 20, 2016

Eat, Rat F*ck, Kill: Your Unofficial Guide To MREs In 2017
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Eat, Rat F*ck, Kill: Your Unofficial Guide To MREs In 2017

By James Clark

Posted on Dec 12, 2016

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Three items you should always carry, according to a former Army Ranger

By Marty Skovlund Jr.

Posted on Nov 14, 2016

This Super Light Tomahawk Is Agile, Deadly And Designed By A Recon Marine
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This Super Light Tomahawk Is Agile, Deadly And Designed By A Recon Marine

By James Clark

Posted on Nov 13, 2016

The Can Cannon Soda Launcher Is The Most Epic AR-15 Accessory On The Market
Gear Reviews

The Can Cannon Soda Launcher Is The Most Epic AR-15 Accessory On The Market

By Adam Linehan

Posted on Sep 21, 2016

These Heaven-Sent Hand Cannons Cost $4.5 Million And Are Made Of Meteorite
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These Heaven-Sent Hand Cannons Cost $4.5 Million And Are Made Of Meteorite

By Adam Linehan

Posted on Jun 10, 2016

9 Military Vacation Deals That Will Make You Want To Go AWOL
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9 Military Vacation Deals That Will Make You Want To Go AWOL

By Sarah Sicard

Posted on May 20, 2016

There’s A Fully Restored WWII Sherman Tank On eBay Right Now
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There’s A Fully Restored WWII Sherman Tank On eBay Right Now

By Adam Linehan

Posted on Mar 18, 2016

A Survival Guide To The Best And Worst MREs
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A Survival Guide To The Best And Worst MREs

By James Clark

Posted on Jan 18, 2016

Uber And Lyft Pledge Free Transportation To Veterans
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Uber And Lyft Pledge Free Transportation To Veterans

By Lauren Katzenberg

Posted on Nov 10, 2015

Veterans Can Now Wrap Themselves In Their Own DD-214 Blankets
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Veterans Can Now Wrap Themselves In Their Own DD-214 Blankets

By James Clark

Posted on Oct 23, 2015