Volquartsen Magazine Follower Button Upgrade

Magazine follower buttons installed - (L) Factory Ruger magazine button (R) Volquartsen

Volquartsen’s Magazine Follower Buttons for Ruger pistols are one of my favorite upgrades. They’re inexpensive, easy to install, and can make a noticeable difference in reliability. It’s nice to know that performance upgrades for your Ruger Mark series pistols don’t have to be expensive. My 10-pack of them was a little over $20, and I … Read more

Ultimate Cliploader for Ruger Mark Magazines

Ultimate Cliploader - ten magazines loaded in two minutes.

If you have a Ruger Mark pistol*, and shoot it often, you need the Ultimate Cliploader. Normally, when I see “Ultimate” in a product name, I roll my eyes. But in this case, it’s a very accurate description. Because you can load your magazines in just seconds, with no wear and tear on your thumb. … Read more

ToughTested ROC Waterproof 10,000mAh Solar Wireless Charger

ToughTested ROC Waterproof 10,000mAh Solar Wireless Charger

Who needs a ToughTested ROC Solar Wireless Charger? Anyone who works outside their home, spends time outdoors, or just wants to be prepared. That includes hikers, hunters, cyclists, backpackers, preppers, and even office workers. This isn’t just for charging phones so you can post selfies. It’s ideal for charging GPS and satellite messaging devices as … Read more

CRKT Amicus knife, designed by Jesper Voxnaes

When I first handled the Amicus™from CRKT®, I was surprised by the heft. With a weight of 6.7 ounces, it’s no lightweight. But once I opened the blade, I found it to be nicely balanced. For a knife that’s all steel, that’s no easy task. Of course, with a name like Amicus, which means friend … Read more