The knife is one of the most important, versatile, and practical tools ever invented by man. As such, it is an invaluable item to have for survival and disaster preparedness. In fact, a case can be made that if you could only have one tool in a survival situation, a knife would be the one to have. That being said, not all knives are created equal. … [Read more...]
10 Defensive Shooting Tips That Could Save Your Life
Owning a gun is one thing, but knowing how to wield it is something else entirely. If you don’t know how to properly use your firearm in a self-defensive situation, not only do your chances of survival go down, but your chances of accidentally harming yourself or somebody else go up. Fortunately, this can all be cured by just a little bit of regular … [Read more...]
6 Things That Could Attract Dangerous People After SHTF
First, the disaster will come. It will come like they always do. It may start slow and steady but eventually, it will reach a fever pitch. The destruction brought on by man or mother nature will ravage all that dares step in its path. The audible effects of the disaster will give way to visual awe when the damage is quantified. Soon after the disaster, … [Read more...]
10 Questions To Ask Before Buying Your First Firearm
Purchasing your first firearm is a very big decision. Not just the type of gun to get, but the very decision to purchase one in the first place. Owning a gun, regardless of your reasons for owning it, is a major responsibility. It’s not a decision that you can make lightly or on a whim. Before you buy a gun, you need to ask yourself these 10 questions and … [Read more...]
Is a Concealed Carry Weapon Really Necessary?
January 2017: 39 people were killed and 70 wounded in a nightclub in Istanbul. Things have changed. Methods have changed and we have learned so much about the threats we face. There are instances when, in hindsight, we can place a concealed carry weapon or a CCW into a situation and proclaim, “it would have stopped it.” Yet there are countless other … [Read more...]
6 Guns to Buy Before a Gun Ban or Civil Unrest
Guns are an issue. They have always been an issue and they will always be an issue. There is always someone out there with the great utopian idea that if we simply take away all the guns we will eliminate all the crime. This idea has been proven to fail for many reasons. And yet it still might happen. So what guns should we acquire before then? This video … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Make Your Home More Defensible
Most houses are not designed with a post-apocalyptic disaster in mind. There are multiple entry points, weak locks, and thin windows, which means gangs of looters will have no trouble breaking into your home in search of food and supplies. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to make your home easier to defend. In this article, Karen from … [Read more...]
Unarmed Combat: An Often Overlooked Survival Skill
When I use the term "survival skills," most people think of classic skills like making fire, purifying water, building shelter, first aid treatment, and so forth. Few people think of unarmed combat as a survival skill. But if you think about it, unarmed combat is one of the most important skills, especial in urban areas. During most crises, there are … [Read more...]
20 Alternative Weapons for Preppers After SHTF
The only weapons that most preppers own are a gun and/or a knife. But in a long-term survival scenario, you'll need a wider variety of weapons. For example, bows are quiet but can hit targets from a long distance. Slingshots don't reach as far, but there's an unlimited supply of ammo on the ground. And pepper spray can disable an attacker without … [Read more...]
9 Ammo Storage Tips Every Gun Owner Should Know
If you’re like most preppers, you’re already a stockpiling pro. You’ve got food, supplies, a bugout bag, the perfect weapons, and a great plan. Chances are high that you’ve also begun stockpiling ammunition like a reality TV hoarder. Having a million rounds of ammo is great, but without proper storage, those potential projectiles will be nothing more than … [Read more...]
Prepare for Lockdown: How to Stay Safe When Chaos Erupts
This article from The Organic Prepper was published two summers ago, and it was written when some major protests against police officers were happening across America. But frankly, the protests we saw last year were a picnic compared to the kind of protests we're already seeing now that Donald Trump has become President, and it's only going to get worse. … [Read more...]
How To Make Gunpowder The Old Fashioned Way
In a long-term grid-down scenario, ammunition will be crucial for both hunting and self-defense. The problem is, when you run out of ammo, you might not be able to run to the store and buy more. That's why learning to reload your own ammo and make your own gunpowder are very valuable skills. Joshua Krause from Ready Nutrition wrote an article that goes … [Read more...]
The Best Survival Weapon For a Collapse: The Big Badass Machete
When people hear the term "survival weapon," usually the only weapons that come to mind are guns and knives. But for Jeff from Modern Combat And Survival, the weapon that comes to his mind is a big ass machete. In this article, he makes a good case that a machete is a great thing to have in a long-term SHTF scenario. After all, guns break down, they run … [Read more...]
How To Make A Longbow: Tricks Of The Trade
If you like making your own weapons, or just enjoy woodworking in general, you should check out this article on making your own longbow. This detailed guide is about 2000 words long and explains longbow making terms, lists all the tools and supplies you'll need, tells you the best types of wood you can use, and even includes several videos to show you … [Read more...]
