This blog was originally conceived as a personal reference. Later I added notes and my publications
Thursday, December 6, 2018
Monday, December 3, 2018
Compact 8x21 Monocular
For sightseeing, hunting, bird watching, surveillance, amphitheaters, and coaching
Available in stores
Компактный монокуляр 8x21
Magnification: 8x
Objective lens diameter: 21mm
Exit pupil diameter: 2.7mm
Field angle: 7 degrees
Size: 8x2.1 cm
For: sports, camping, hunting or dropshipping
Available in stores
Sharpness, distortion are at a level sufficient for such a price.
Took for a child's toy.
Компактный монокуляр 8x21
Saturday, November 24, 2018
The Best Gray Man Backpack for Survival and Prepping
A good gray man backpack is a huge upgrade for a variety of survival kits.
The “gray man concept”, simply put, is the ability to blend into a crowd and not draw attention to yourself. Many tactical backpacks do the opposite of this, which can work against you in a wide range of situations: from survival to every day encounters.
The best gray man backpack is versatile and functional enough to withstand all sorts of punishment, yet it still blends in.
The backpack that provided the best functionality, versatility, durability, and value.
Blend in every day.
Trusted by operators. Ridiculously durable. Low visual profile.
One strap, many uses.
Use for your BOB, GHB, EDC, INCH, or even as your CCP range bag.
Cheap but functional.
Extremely light with a smaller backpacking profile. Inexpensive and unassuming.
Unfortunately, for many military members, first responders, preppers and survivalists: tactical gear does not achieve this goal. There are plenty of signs that can instantly give away your job, affiliation, and intentions. A few of those include:
Here you can see how the backpack capacity compares to the average male’s profile: Some examples of kits matched up with appropriate sizes include:
Full text:
The Best Gray Man Backpack for Survival and Prepping
Лучший рюкзак "серого человека" для выживания и готовности
The “gray man concept”, simply put, is the ability to blend into a crowd and not draw attention to yourself. Many tactical backpacks do the opposite of this, which can work against you in a wide range of situations: from survival to every day encounters.
The best gray man backpack is versatile and functional enough to withstand all sorts of punishment, yet it still blends in.
The Best Gray Man Backpack
5.11 COVRT18 Tactical BackpackThe backpack that provided the best functionality, versatility, durability, and value.
EDC Gray Man Backpack
Vertx EDC Ready PackBlend in every day.
Trusted by operators. Ridiculously durable. Low visual profile.
Gray Man Messenger Bag
Blackhawk Covert Messenger BagOne strap, many uses.
Use for your BOB, GHB, EDC, INCH, or even as your CCP range bag.
Budget Gray Man Backpack
Venture Pal Hiking BackpackCheap but functional.
Extremely light with a smaller backpacking profile. Inexpensive and unassuming.
What is a Gray Man Backpack?
- Hiding in plain sight
- Wolf in sheep’s clothing
- Middle of the pack
Unfortunately, for many military members, first responders, preppers and survivalists: tactical gear does not achieve this goal. There are plenty of signs that can instantly give away your job, affiliation, and intentions. A few of those include:
- Your gait, or how you move
- Your posture
- How you are dressed
- Your appearance and hygiene
- What you are carrying
- MOLLE – Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment straps and gear is a sure-fire giveaway that you are carrying useful equipment for survival.
- ALICE Clips – Less noticeable than MOLLE, but a telltale sign of someone with military gear.
- Paracord – Yeah, we know it is useful: but do not hang it off your bag. It screams ‘military’ and adds a motion component to your bag. Take off the paracord bracelet while you are at it.
- Attached Gear – Rapid access gear is awesome in deployment zones. If you are trying to blend in, that folding shovel and firearm maybe should be concealed either within the bag or on your person.
- Military Colors – MARPAT, ACU, or really any camouflage will, ironically, not do you any favors blending in. Even olive drab green is heavily associated with the military. Bright colors are also good to avoid, but as the name may suggest: gray is always a solid choice.
- Size and Profile – A bag shaped like an AR will draw attention. A stuffed 60L backpacking bag will draw attention. A middle-of-the-road size with a standard profile is best here.
How to Use a Gray Man Backpack
A gray man backpack is versatile, and you should pick one similarly to how you pick out a backpacking backpack. Size is always a consideration, since you must balance comfort and capacity. Backpacks are typically measured in cubic inches or liters, which make them pretty easy to compare against each other.Here you can see how the backpack capacity compares to the average male’s profile: Some examples of kits matched up with appropriate sizes include:
- EDC (Everyday Carry) – 10L – 30L
- BOB (Bug Out Bag) – 30L – 60L
- INCH (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag – 40L – 75L +
- GHB (Get Home Bag) – 20L – 30L
- SCARE (Social Chaos and Response Emergency) Bag – 10L – 20L
Full text:
The Best Gray Man Backpack for Survival and Prepping
Лучший рюкзак "серого человека" для выживания и готовности
Monday, November 19, 2018
Nylon travel cable and electronic accessories organizer bag
Brand Name: HEONYIRRY
Type: Pocket, Multi Tools
Material: nylon + mesh
Size: M, 22.6 * 3.5 * 15.7cm/8.8"*1.7"*6.1"
Weight: 100g
Available in store
Нейлоновая сумка-органайзер для кабелей и электронных аксессуаров
Type: Pocket, Multi Tools
Material: nylon + mesh
Size: M, 22.6 * 3.5 * 15.7cm/8.8"*1.7"*6.1"
Weight: 100g
Available in store
The idea is good, but the bag is very soft, and the clusters are too small for chargers
Нейлоновая сумка-органайзер для кабелей и электронных аксессуаров
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
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