Skillset & Tactical Knives Magazine

the stinger waist whip in action.

Skillset Magazine

The Protectors Playbook:The Stinger Waist Whip

You would think a self-defense whip and safety tool combination would be a burden to carry. But little do you know that the good people at Stinger Survival Tools (StingerSurvivalTools.com) solved that problem. They designed an ingenious weapon that...

Read more »

Three CIVIVI Elite Brova knives in three colors sitting on a desk.

Tactical Knives

CIVIVI Knives Launches Its New Elite Series, Starting with the Brova

Known for sleek, clean designs at a budget-friendly price, CIVIVI is launching its new Elite Series starting with the Brova. Although the term “elite” typically conjures visions of high-priced cutlery,...

Read more »

man outdoor on DryFox Blanket

Overland Skillset Magazine

The DryFox Blanket: Don’t camp Without It

Certain pieces of outdoor gear get all the attention. Rooftop tents. winches. Recovery boards. Portable power stations, heck, I’ve seen guys spend 45 minutes debating the merits of different Camp...

Read more »

Which fight style produces the most UFC fighters?

Skillset Magazine

Which Martial Art Has Created the Most UFC Champions?

Since long before the UFC’s creation, arguments raged about which fighting styles or martial arts were superior. Boxing was the most popular combat sport in most places, but the mystique...

Read more »

Hand holding the Kershaw Bonneville.

Tactical Knives

High-Performance EDC: The Kershaw Bonneville Delivers Confident Lockup

Part of the Kai USA family, Kershaw has provided cutlery in every category, from EDC to hunting and tactical to kitchen, since 1974. The company is known by both budget...

Read more »

Thule Widesky hard-shell rooftop tent mounted on a 4x4

Thule Widesky Rooftop Tent

Knife balancing on a finger.

10 Budget Knives Under $50 Deliver the Best Bang for Your Buck

By Michael D'Angona

Lexus GX460 outfitted with overland gear

From Luxury SUV to Overland Beast: 2023 Lexus GX460 Build

MKM DCA Pocket Tango 4: Fixed-Blade Pocket EDC Done Right.

Bush Dance Partner: The MKM DCA Pocket Tango 4 Fixed-Blade EDC

Browse by Brand

Videos

SKILLSET visits ICAST 2026

Skillset Visits ICAST 2026

kick him in the leg

Skillset Fight Club: Crippling Kicks

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

Bottom Shelf Fourth of July

Bottom Shelf: Fourth of July with Vodka!

Close-up of the VSSL Coffee Grinder showing its precision stainless steel conical burrs and adjustable grind settings

VSSL Coffee Grinder: Premium Coffee for Life Off the Grid

Two individuals demonstrating a martial arts technique, one person applying a wrist lock on the other's arm.

The Protectors Playbook: Testing the 5.11 Kubaton Pen

By Michael D'Angona

Learn how to stop the Wrist grab

Get Loose! Breaking An Attacker’s Grip On Your Wrist

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

Inertial Folding Knife Opening: Getting Into the Fight Fast.

Street Smarts: Opening Your Folding Knife with Inertial Energy

By Michael Janich

The Stunbrella is a great option for self-defense.

STUNBRELLA: Streetwise’s Multi-Functional Umbrella

By Michael D'Angona

Benchmade Bugout Vapyr: Somehow Even Thinner & Lighter.

Somehow, the Benchmade Bugout Vapyr is Even Slimmer and Lighter

By Tactical Knives Staff

Austrailian Emu war

The Great Emu War You Never Heard of

By Hillary Romig

CIVIVI Dracolisk Balisong Trainer: Gain Skills, Keep Fingers.

Train Your Flipping Digits: The CIVIVI Dracolisk Balisong Trainer

By Michael Janich

Compact Turtlebox Cub portable speaker

Turtlebox Cub Portable Speaker

When you’re ready for adventure, your music should be too. The new Turtlebox Cub retains the brand’s tough reputation while coming in a smaller size, making it a great Bluetooth...

Read more

Spyderco Para 3 Salt: Built for Harsh Environments.

Next Generation EDC: The Spyderco Para 3 Salt Is Built for Harsh Environments

By Eugene Nielsen

2026 marks 50 years since Spyderco’s founding by Sal and Gail Glesser. The company is marking its anniversary with a number of new releases. One of the new Spyderco knives...

Read more

Working ropes in the gym is one of many favorite CrossFit exercises.

How To Safely Get Into CrossFit: Just Say No To Injuries

By Jason Piccolo

It seems like CrossFit was once all the rage. Gyms on every corner, and all your favorite influencers hyping it up on social? So where did it go? Why did...

Read more

camping goes wrong

Bigfoot Goes Hollywood!

SOG SEAL FX Fixed-Blade: Celebrating America’s 250th.

SOG Releases the 250th Anniversary Limited Edition SEAL FX Fixed-Blade

By Tactical Knives Staff

skills to master

10 Outdoor Survival Skills That Everyone Should Master

By Skillset Staff