Stuck on what to be for Halloween this year? How about America’s #1 alien ass-kicker, Duke Nukem? If that doesn’t strike your fancy, then there’s also ‘Gunzerker’ Salvador and a Psycho from the upcoming Borderlands 2, courtesy of Gearbox Software, who’s offering them just in time for the holiday.
You can get them here.
Remember the movie Equilibrium? Y’know, the one where Christian Bale does all those improbably sweet ‘Gun Kata’ moves with his dual heavily-modified Beretta 92FS’s and AR70s, G36s, 870s, and the like, all stylishly liberated from his enemies? Well, we sure as Hell do; that movie is badass! If you haven’t seen it yet, do yourself a favor and watch it ASAP. It’s really one of Bale’s best pre-Batman films.
The most elite fighting force in the world. They go in Felling Axes and Crosscut Saws hot and run on nothing but flapjacks and pure testosterone. Trees of the world, prepare to meet your maker.
Available from Osprey Publishing, “Zombies – A Hunter’s Guide” by Joseph McCullough is a detailed guide on how to combat the undead menace. Along with a detailed history of Zombies and their threat to the world, the book catalogs the various types of undead that can be encountered and their strengths and weaknesses. Also covered are tactics and equipment that are to be used in a Zombie fighting scenario, with full color reconstructions to assist with identification and proper technique.
Tonight, The History Channel will debut “Zombies: A Living History”. Featuring some of our favorite Zombie authors Max Brooks, Jonathon Maberry and JL Bourne, this documentary takes a look at Zombies through a historical lens.
Examining not only the voodoo Zombie but also the modern apocalyptic Zombie myth, “Zombies: A Living History” considers what makes the phenomenon just so damned scary. And oh yeah, there will be some guns in the show too.
Tank Dog could be the ultimate combination of dog and machine, blinding his enemies with cuteness before decimating them with a well-aimed shell. Or, it could just be a Halloween costume. Yeah, we’ll just go with the later.
Youtube Channel: darkbluedrew
The SureFire 100-round High-Capacity Magazine is constructed from Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum. It weights 3.3 lbs. (!) fully loaded, and has a length of 12.2 inches, so have fun trying to go prone. It features reliable functioning thanks to mechanical simplicity and high-quality, non-binding springs coated with cadmium for low friction and corrosion resistance. Any weapon that can accept STANAG 4179 compliant magazines can accept one of these. Specifications aside, can a magazine with this high a capacity actually work reliably?
My initial analysis: yeah, it can. See, I was at a training class yesterday (more on that later) and I happened to bring a hi-cap mag along. Not for the class, mind you, but because I was at the range and I finally had a chance to test it out. It took a long time to load, and it was heavy [said Captain Obvious], but it seated just fine and I had no feeding failures. I had a few of the other students try it out as well, so it went through multiple AR-15s from many different manufacturers, and still had no issues. I’d have to use it a few more times, and in different weapons, to be completely sure, but as it stands it’s my full belief that SureFire made a great product in this magazine.
http://www.surefire.com/MAG5-100
Filmed at a BDS Tactical Gear photo shoot, this video has it all: hot women holding guns while posing next to expensive cars. A pretty good way to start the day, don’t you think?
The most anticipated game in history? Very much debatable. Does it look awesome? Hell yeah! After all, it is World War 3 we’re dealing with.
CoD: MW3 drops November 8th, 2011.
I like stop motion. I like LEGO. I like Gears of War. This video by YouTuber ‘Kooberz’ combines all three into a very entertaining 2 minutes of minifigures being violent. I wonder if Traveler’s Tales, Epic Games, and Microsoft would be willing to make this the next game in the ‘LEGO’ series.
We already wrote about the Iain Sinclair Cardsharp 2, a utility knife that folds out from a light, credit card size that can easily be carried inside a wallet or kit bag. As part of their 2011 collection, the company also offers more in a series of powerful, yet similarly credit card-sized products.
Eon Extreme
The Eon Extreme features the highest power to weight ratio of any flashlight in the world at 230 lumens of pocket flood light with a weight of only 45 grams. It’s constructed from Aluminum with a black gun metal anodizing and has a built-in rechargeable Lithium Polymer power source.
The Poco PRO is a full 1080p hi def video camera with 14 mega pixel digital photo and music recording/playing capability. It’s constructed from magnesium with black gun metal anodizing and features a vibrant and super energy efficient AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic LED) display that shows millions of colors. The PRO also has simple, built-in controls for instant click to capture.
Poco 3D
The Poco 3D is a full 1080p hi def video camera that shoots in both standard and 3D picture with 5 mega pixel digital photo and music recording/playing capability. Like the PRO, the Poco 3D is constructed from magnesium with black gun metal anodizing and features easy to use ‘one touch’ controls that enable instant click to capture.
You can get these products at iainsinclair.com
Described as “…a fun new way of teaching the importance of emergency preparedness.”, the CDC’s ‘”Preparedness 101: Zombie Pandemic” is a graphic novel that uses the always nightmarish Zombie pandemic as a frame for teaching people about the importance of having an emergency kit. Seriously, the last pages include an item checklist for that very purpose. Blatant advertising aside, the art isn’t the worst I’ve seen and the story is almost passable. It also features quite a bit of unintended hilarity. For example: because it’s from the CDC, all opportunities for full-on violence are completely abandoned for a good-ole’ dose of political correctness, which leads what is unequivocally the best part of the whole graphic novel:
You can read it here.
Thanks to reader Jerry Mills for the tip.
One of my most frequented internet destinations, Art of Manliness, has just put up an article and video on the always cool, but fairly impractical, art of knife throwing. Proper technique and the three primary types of knives are all covered, so you can start learning how to effectively chuck that pocket folder at any hunks of wood or would-be assailants in your path.
Art of Manliness – How To Throw A Knife Like Bill The Butcher
I assume the same goes for all fluffy, adorable mammals, not just those of the feline variety. Also, not the best use of Photoshop.
This simulator, which is be featured in an upcoming episode of The Gadget Show, uses a pre-release copy of Battlefield 3 in conjunction with various technologies to create one of the most immersive gaming experiences that currently exists. The technologies used include the world’s first, portable omni-directional treadmill (designed by Swedish company MSE Weibull), an Xbox Kinect camera hack, a wireless gun system, and ambient LED lighting, all encased within a 360 degree dome with five high definition projectors. The system even simulates enemy gunfire, courtesy of 12 paintball markers that pelt the player as they take in-game damage. Too bad at the present moment it’s only available across the pond.
A number of Gerber blades have shown up on ‘The Walking Dead’, everybody’s favorite Zombie-comic-book-turned-tv-show. I was too absorbed in the story (and Zombie killin’) to notice most of them, which is perfectly fine by me. Of course, now if anyone decides to purchase any of these tools, they’ll surely have ‘As Seen On The Walking Dead’ prominently displayed on the packaging. After that, who knows how long before Gerber does their own line of specialized anti-Zombie blades.
What is it exactly? It’s .665 inches wide, 3.9 inches tall, and ultra concealable. More info to come later.
Update: it is the Heizer Double Tap, a derringer-esque .45 ACP pistol and the first pistol available from firearms manufacturer Heizer Firearms. It’s constructed from 100% titanium and contains a number of interesting features including a hammerless design, ported barrel, integral grips that allow for storage of two additional .45 ACP rounds, and an ‘auto eject break-action’ thumb latch. It’s also made in the USA, and isn’t afraid to remind you as such: ST. LOUIS MO, USA, EARTH is stamped on the side of the pistol.
Thanks to Laura Burgess Marketing for the photo.
The story is revenge, or at least the plotting of revenge when this waifish model type played by Liberty Ross comes home covered in bruises in the short film, ‘Packing Heat’ by Johnny Green. Presented by Damaris Lingerie, the point of the story is the drawers and not the technique. Hell, she must have watched a bunch of 70s cop shows to train up for this considering the cup and saucer grip she takes.
I gotta say, that gold-plated Luger is pimp.
It’s awesomely insane enough that three dudes would dare to scale the 610 ft. Gran Hotel Bali in Benidorm, Spain and BASE jump off it. It’s even better that one of them wore a camera and put the footage on YouTube. Videos like this always manage to scare the hell out of me.
Hat Tip: Gizmodo
I’m currently at the Military History Weekend Show held in Williamsburg, Virginia at the Crown Plaza hotel. There’s plenty of military collectables and literature up for grabs, and activities including a WWII boot camp and model building for the kids.
http://www.mhwshow.com/2011/index.php
Cheesy video (and disclaimer) aside, Hornady’s line of undead stopping rounds, called Zombie Max, are real. Just take a look at this sales sheet for further proof:
Hard to tell if this is a great victory for Zombie meta humor, or a cheap marketing gimmick. Either way, ammo is ammo I suppose.
Made from French Twill cotton, the Couch Commando Drawstring Pants feature six large pockets, including two oversized gusseted cargos, a flat-felled inseam, clever stitching detail, and drawstring ankle cinches. Available colors include Black, Olive Drab, Desert Khaki, and the limited edition ‘Digital Camo’ which consists of a digital pattern mashed up with classic 8-bit imagery from games such as Pac-Man and Galiga. These are the perfect pants for everyone who defends the world from the Nazi commie robot zombie plague with nothing but a six pack of root beer, a comfortable recliner, and a game controller at their side.
Looking to add something a bit more Medieval to your blade collection? Then now’s a really good time, since LA Police Gear is currently having an overstock sale on the SOG Double Axe. The double-bladed head is constructed of 420 stainless steel and features a ballistic polymer handle with a hardcased black coating. It’s the perfect tool for harvesting wood, breaching, extraction, and fighting off the crowds at your local renaissance faire*. At the current price, these axes are sure to go fast, so get yours while you can!
http://www.lapolicegear.com/sog-f12-double-axe.html
*For best results, pair with a set of full-body plate armor.
Tac Girl of the Week Erin graces the month of February in the Tac Girls calendar. She was born and raised in Northeastern, OK. She grew up on the lake was a bit of a tomboy, but always liked to dress like a girl. She has a younger sister and an older brother, and Marines will be happy to know she’s obsessed with English bulldogs- she has one now, but has had 3. . .just go with it, it’s a long story. Note: for the next 7 days, enter coupon code TGC-JF-12 for 2.99 off your Tac Girl Calendar.
Bust: 34E
Waist: 26
Hips: 35
Height: 5’7”
Approximate age? 24
Home town? Tulsa, Ok
Currently live? Tulsa, OK
Your personal soundtrack…pick three songs, one to fight to, one to dance to, one to relax to:
1. One to fight to: “I don’t care” by Adam Gontier
2. One to dance to: “Hell on Heels” by Pistol Annies
3. One to relax to: “Love your love the most” by Eric Church
Favorite Rifle Accessory: Eotech Optic
9mm, .45 or Other: Other, .45 Long Colt
Cans or going loud? Going Loud!
Tactics: dynamic entry or deliberate search? Dynamic Entry
Preferred Work-out or PT regimen? Cardio, core and legs
Rough it in the field or Creature Comforts and Snivel Kit? Rough it in the field
Boy shorts, Thong, Cheeky or Go Commando? Go Commando
Long-Term Professional Goal? Teach Cosmetology
Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping or hell no I’m staying indoors? Fishing, hiking, camping
Favorite sport/team? College Football, OU Sooners
Favorite military or action movie? Jarhead
Military or Police in your family? Older brother is in the Army, and Grandpa
What do you think is the best pogie bait? Ruffles chips- hot wing flavored
Favorite camouflage? Good ole-fashioned woodland Camo
Justice League, Avengers, X-Men, other or hell no I’m not a dork? Not into superheroes, but I don’t think they are dorky.
Website or Facebook URL? Tacgirls facebook site for now, personal page to come! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tactical-Girls/268055608904?ref=ts
One of the guys from Frontline or History Channel with a cool voice is talking about you in a bio. What does he say?
Erin Gates loves the outdoors and likes to fish, but she’s a catch and release girl. She baits her own hook and releases her own fish, thank you. She is a Cosmetologist and is also in school to teach Cosmetology, finishing in the next year.
She has a son he is one of the reasons she spend so much time outside- she tries keep him busy and away from video games.
As you noticed in her photo, she has several tattoos. Five total, including the arm tattoo in her photo. She has set of angel wings on her back- the tattoos mark major points in her life.
