Category: DIY
How to Prevent Water Damage to Your Smartphone
One thing that Maritime Operators have learned is that water is a very harsh environment and quite unforgiving on our gear and equipment. This goes for our personal items too. In today’s world, something that most people have on them at all times is a good ol’ smartphone. It’s just a staple of human nature. [...]
DIY: Armored Blanket Bag
This is one of our articles from the old 14USC89 website that we released last year. In light of recent chatter on discussion boards and other sites, we figured that we would repost it for all of you to enjoy and ponder in the event you have old ballistic panels on hand. You’re on a [...]
Scarecrows for Pirates
Crews of ships transiting high threat areas like the Gulf of Aden employ multiple tactics to harden their vessels against attack. One of the more imaginative efforts used is the deck dummy, a homemade manaquin posted along the rail to give the impression lookouts are doing their job and ready to repel boarders. Kind of [...]
DIY: Shooter’s Line Sling
DIY is a new featured series that takes a look at tactics and options for the LEO. We want to help you be mentally and physically aware with the skills, tools, and options to overcome any threat you may face in order to ensure you and your family’s safety. Awareness fosters understanding. Check back often [...]
Restrain A Suspect With Your Belt
Your already in a bad mood. Being at an airport is never a pleasant experience. You get there early to anticipate waiting in line, but when ever you do that, there is never a line. Naturally, it’s to early for the coffee shop to be open. Why are they not open earlier than 0900? That’s [...]
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