Skillset & Tactical Knives Magazine

A solitary figure gazes at a wall of closed books, symbolizing the end of questioning in the age of certainty.

Skills Skillset Magazine

When Certainty Replaces Thinking

One of my goals this year has been to read the Bible from beginning to end. Not selectively. Not topically. Just straight through. What has surprised me most is not...

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Bacon sizzling on a heated rock over a glowing campfire—nature’s skillet at work.

Food & Drink Skills Skillset Magazine Video

Fireside Feast: Bacon on the Rocks!

Who in the world doesn’t like bacon? However, few have had it rock-fried. Believe me, I enjoy a good carbon-steel or better yet, cast-iron skillet. Both have disadvantages, such as...

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Alcohol Food & Drink Skillset Magazine

The Gonster – Saint Patrick’s Day Alternative

As Saint Patrick’s Day quickly approaches, many people’s minds turn to the beverages they will be consuming. While the standard bar fare will be the go-to for most, others like...

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Automatic Knives Roundup: A Pile of Pocket Power.

Tactical Knives

At the Push of a Button: A Robust Roundup of Automatic Knives

I’ve been fascinated with automatic knives since I was a wee lad. Part of that wonderment no doubt stemmed from an inability to easily source the object of my affection....

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Even if your car survives an EMP, disrupted infrastructure like fuel pumps and traffic signals can still bring travel to a standstill.

Skills Skillset Magazine Survival Tips

EMP Strikes & Vehicles: Myth vs. Reality

Every few years, the topic of EMP strikes comes roaring back into the conversation. A headline drops, a solar storm makes the news, a social media thread catches fire, or...

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TOOR Knives INCOG Wallet and Snake Doctor Dagger: EDC Self-Defense.

The Slim Mil Spec Aramid Fiber Wallet & A Discreet G10 Punch Dagger Combo

By Eugene Nielsen

Vintage metal lunch boxes are worth money!

Vintage Metal Lunch Boxes That Are Collectible Gold

By Hank Greenberg

Most PMCs return home with nothing but a cool story and a repo notice.

PMC: Survival Tips for the Modern Mercenary

By Morgan Lerette

The frozen landscape stretches endlessly beyond the restricted area, hinting at secrets hidden beneath the ice.

Why is Antarctica a No-Go Zone?

By Tiffanie Kluchnik

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Videos

Learn how to avoid a sucker punch in this edition of SKILLSET Fight Club.

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard By Cheap Shots Again!

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

We drink Malort on this episode of SKILLSET's Bottom Shelf.

Bottom Shelf: The Malort Face

Upon impact, the TRP’s projectiles release a large red cloud, effectively incapacitating threats while minimizing risk of lasting harm.

The Protectors Playbook: Pepperball TRP Launcher

By Michael D'Angona

Wind and wood work together, fueling a blazing campfire that promises a meal worth the effort.

Cooking Up A Warm Pot Of Soup In Harsh Winter Wilderness

By Reuben Bolieu

What happens at SHOT Show goes right on the internet for all to see.

Skillset Goes To The Biggest Trade Show Of The Year

Cuts vs Thrusts: Which to Use During Self-Defense with a Knife.

Street Smarts: Cuts vs Thrusts—Which are More Effective?

By Michael Janich

A fully built Porsche rally race car.

Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2026 Preview

The review and testing of the Nextorch Baton.

The Protectors’ Playbook: Testing the Nextorch Baton

By Michael D'Angona

ZT 0512: Zero Tolerance Delivers a Modern Tactical Auto Folder.

Reviewing The Zero Tolerance ZT 0512 Out-the-Side Auto

Technology and police tactics.

Police Tactics for Modern Law Enforcement

By Hillary Romig

Brotherhood Blades RāDR: Quality and Durability You Can Count On.

A Lasting Impression: Brotherhood Blades RāDR Delivers On Quality & Durability

What sets a good tool apart from a bad one is primarily its composition and quality. Quality shows quickly — how it feels in your hand, how it holds up...

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To the right, you can see some of the various wool patterns they have on hand.

Waxed Canvas & Wilderness: Inside PNWBUSHCRAFT

On a press trip to Idaho a couple of years ago, I noticed one of my fellow writers remove a small, waxed canvas pouch from his pocket. Intrigued, I asked...

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Cleavers: A Comprehensive Guide to Cleaving in the Field or Kitchen.

Butcher, Kitchen, Field: Comprehensive Guide to Workhorse Cleavers

By Reuben Bolieu

There are hundreds of cleaver styles across various cultures. Decorative and purpose-built, each has a story and a rich heritage behind the design. I’ve been fortunate enough to see cleavers...

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Homebrewing setup with essential equipment ready for the next batch of craft beer.

How to Make Craft Beer at Home

By Hillary Romig

5x5 Combat Solutions Exo-Tools: Meaningful Accessories for Your Folder.

Folder Accessories You’ll Use: 5×5 Combat Solutions Afterknife Exo-Tools

By Michael Janich