Defensive Driving Is the EDC Skill You Skipped: Ranch TX Course
The Ranch TX 2-Day Vehicle Mobility & Tactical Driving Course is the defensive-driving skill most EDC folks skip. Specs, and how to win it free July 24–25.
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Knife steel chart
| Steel | Best for |
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| 14C28N | Budget value |
| S35VN | All-round |
| MagnaCut | Do-it-all |
12 EDC steels rated for edge, toughness, corrosion and sharpening.
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| Term | Category |
|---|---|
| Striker-fired | Action |
| MOA | Optics |
| Cerakote | Finish |
30 gun, ammo and gear terms, from Guns & Gadgets Daily.
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