Armytek have always impressed me with how much functionality they manage to pack into the control systems of their lights. (I still keep a Predator V1.2 with S-tek driver in my bedside table drawer). This group review is of four models of their ‘Prime Pro’ range of lights (also included with the Prime Pro lights […]
Sharpest Knife Competition at IWA 2019
This year at IWA, Tactical Reviews is throwing down the gauntlet and asking the knife trade “How sharp can you go?”. OK, it’s actually a lot less formal than that, a ‘just for fun’ competition to see who can create the finest edge on a knife blade, by any means they choose. Entry is free […]
Knife Review: Spyderco Hundred Pacer
What are your first impressions of the Spyderco Hundred Pacer? Well, it certainly is an unusual looking knife with an unusual name and design inspiration, and I’ll admit to being sceptical about the look of this knife. But, whatever your first impressions are, I can say that this knife has proven itself again and again […]
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Light Review: Nextorch TA15, TA30 and Tactical Ring FR-1
Nextorch have always seemed happy to be a bit different, which is great for us as we get products that are innovative and unusual. This review is of the Nextorch TA15 and TA30 plus the Nextorch FR-1 Tactical Grip Ring. The TA15 supports several different battery types and sizes, and along with the more powerful […]
Knife Review: Chris Reeve Knives Nyala (Insingo blade)
Chris Reeve Knives’ Nyala fixed blade knife (first released in 2010) is a classic skinner / utility knife. Available in a drop-point, or, as featured here, the Insingo style blade (a modified Wharncliffe), and coming in a traditional leather pouch-sheath. Despite being a modern contemporary design, it achieves a timeless feel and benefits from the […]
Knife Review: Lionsteel TM1 CF
Lionsteel are a brand that stand out year-on-year thanks to maintaining a superb level of manufacturing quality over a wide range of knife designs, both fixed and folding. This review takes a look at the Carbon Fibre version of the TM1 folding knife. Like the outstanding SR-1 (which is still going strong eight years after […]
Gear Review: NORDIC HEAT Heated Glove Liner (Thin)
Having been thoroughly impressed by NORDIC HEAT in previous years at IWA, at IWA 2018 I made sure to visit them to be able to talk directly about their thoughtful approach to electrically heated clothing; plus I wanted to take the opportunity try some of their products at the show. I was so impressed, I […]
Gear Review: Gerber Center-Drive Multi-Tool
Gerber’s Center Drive multi-tool may be one of many in the highly competitive multi-tool market, but its name clearly tells you what its key design feature is. Gerber have gone all out with the capabilities of the built-in screwdriver bit holder, along with considering the ergonomics when using a screwdriver which has a multi-tool as […]
Knife Review: Fox Suru – Exclusive Heinnie Haynes Edition
In this review, the Fox Suru on test is not just any old Suru, it’s the ‘Heinnie Haynes Edition’. As well as having global reach, Heinnie Haynes is the UK’s largest seller of knives and EDC gear. With its roots in the UK market there is particular interest in knives which are UK EDC Legal. […]
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Cold Steel Espada XL G-10
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Nextorch GLO-TOOB Lithium
Nite-ize S-Biner
Surefire Wristlight 2211 Signature
Olight H1 Nova
Wedgek Angle Guides
Streamlight Vantage 180
Extrema Ratio Task J (including sheath)
Cold Steel 1911 Rubber Training Pistol (Cocked and Locked)
NITECORE NCP30 Holster
Extrema Ratio RAOII (including sheath)
Streamlight Dualie Laser and 2AA
Zero Tolerance 0804CF Rexford