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The quiet, relentless vigilance that is the lasting shadow of Operator Syndrome.

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The Psychology of Violence: What the Hell is Operator Syndrome?

In a war zone, every decision, regardless of how small, could kill you. Movies show a soldier stepping right instead of left while fighting the enemy and getting killed, but...

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Tactical Knives

From Lighters to Axes: The Iconic Zippo Brand Evolves with the AxeSaw

From lighting the cigarette of a damsel in distress to igniting gasoline and blowing up a horde of zombies, Zippo has been there. There’s a certain magic in that flick...

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This was a pretty typical response to getting served. He’s dressed a little nicer than some of the people we served.

Skillset Magazine

You’ve Been Served: What Being a Process Server is Really Like

Before I dove into the lucrative and jet-set career of being a freelance writer and editor, I spent about 15 years serving divorces, evictions, lawsuits, and other good news. My...

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5.11 Tactical Flyte Elite SP: Soaring Above Expectations.

Tactical Knives

Excellence in Simplicity: The 5.11 Tactical Flyte Elite SP Focuses on Function

The 5.11 Tactical Flyte Elite SP Knife, at first sight, doesn’t impress with noticeable bells and whistles. It offers a basic design, with a flipper-style blade deployment system, and a...

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break free from the habit of measuring everyone else's success against your own.

Skillset Magazine

Stop Measuring Everyone Else’s Success

I used to walk into rooms already doing math. Who was ahead of me, who was behind me, who noticed me, who didn’t. I was constantly aware of how I...

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BRABUS Big Boy 1200 Supercar

The BRABUS Big Boy 1200 Luxury Motorhome

By Will Dabbs MD

Discover Kauai’s breathtaking landscapes and thrilling outdoor adventures.

Epic Adventure Awaits on Kauai

By Sean Chaffin

Knife Grinds: A Glossary of the Various Edge Profiles.

Knives 101: Knife Grinds and Their Purpose

By Joshua Swanagon

Discover 7 effective ways to keep your mind sharp.

Feeling Forgetful: Seven Ways to Sharpen Your Memory

By Michael D'Angona

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Videos

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

It's the holiday season, and there are plenty of reasons to drink! With that in mind, the guys and I decided it was only right that we serve up a cup of holiday cheer in this edition of Bottom Shelf with one of everyone's favorite yuletide drinks, eggnog.

Bottom Shelf Holiday Edition: Evan Williams Egg Nog

By Skillset Staff

Knife Stopping Power: Understanding How to Stop a Threat.

Street Smarts: Three Levels of Knife Stopping Power with a Small Knife

By Michael Janich

The night market buzzes with energy as vendors showcase an array of tantalizing street foods.

Exotic Eats: Asian Night Markets

By Reuben Bolieu

Fred loves 99 Bananas!

Bottom Shelf Review: The 99 Bananas Tropical Nightmare

Bill Siegle Knives: Handmade Knives for the Field, Not the Safe.

No Safe Queens: Bill Siegle Makes Hard Use Knives for the Field

How to cut a cigar properly!

How to Cut a Cigar Properly for Optimal Enjoyment

By Skillset Staff

Discover Nature Reliance School—learn wilderness skills and self-reliance with expert Craig Caudill.

Catching Up with Craig Caudill and Nature Reliance School

Kentucky is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. Small towns, horse farms, and vast areas of wilderness. And tramping through those forests and fields, you’ll...

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Reiff Knives Vicon: Designed for Action, Tested Hard in the Field.

Tactical Companion: The Reiff Knives Vicon Proves Its Field Versatility

By Reuben Bolieu

Reiff Knives is a knife-making venture launched by brothers Stu and Ben in the United States. Their mission? To create tough, American-made knives that stand up to survival situations and...

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Learn how to become a cop and start your career in public service today.

How to Become a Cop: Behind the Badge with the Lubbock Police Dept.

By Hillary Romig

Law enforcement is a profession that is not easy; it can be challenging because, more often than not, as a law enforcement officer, you are interacting with people on their...

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Who wants to die at their desk? There are worse dumb ways to die.

Dumb Ways To Die Throughout History

By Skillset Staff

Staccato X Stroup Knives: A Collaboration of Excellence and Craftsmanship.

Mission-Ready Collaboration: The Staccato X Stroup Knives Fixed Blade

By Eugene Nielsen