Recommended Gear
A short list of gear and training resources useful for everyday civilian self-defense — not duty or law-enforcement kit. Some links pay a commission; each one is labeled below.
Before you buy or carry a knife or firearm, check your local knife and carry laws.
Colonel Blades: NCO LowVz
Everyday fixed-blade option for people who train knife defense seriously. The NCO LowVz is the model recommended here.
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Klerpath: training fuel
GROmuscle is what gets mixed before training.
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Pew Pew Sauce: range gear care
Range gear care for firearms training and practice.
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Police Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ Fanatics): ground control instructional
My own instructional on ground control. I'm a peace officer and defensive tactics instructor. Useful study for people who train civilian self-defense on the ground.
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Longhorn Tactical: flashlights and headlamps
A few solid flashlight and headlamp options for everyday carry and low-light safety.
Nitecore EDC29: a solid option for a flat, pocketable EDC light with high output for a dark parking lot or walkway.
Fenix HM71R: a solid option for hands-free light when both hands need to stay free.
Fenix PD36R Pro: a solid option for a compact rechargeable flashlight with longer throw when you need distance.
(check availability; some items may be backordered)
Browse Longhorn Tactical: more lights and accessories.
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