I've seen a number of people suggest that a good first aid kit is an absolutely mandatory piece of equipment. What kit do you choose to carry, and how do you balance size/weight versus capability?

By Edgar Castillo

I was used to getting up at zero-dark-thirty, but it usually involved mayhem and orders being shouted. I was a newly meritorious-promoted corporal—the backbone and first level of non-commission officers (NCOs) in America’s premier crisis and fighting force … the Marines. I got dressed quickly and grabbed my weapon for the day. It stood in the corner. It felt unorthodox.

An armed, dark figure walked by my door and...

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Just bought a Pelican 1750 and am considering various configurations for the foam to be able to fit a double rifle and a Win Mod 70. What else do you all put in your case for travel and what is the layout you have found that works best? This is "building" (pun intended) on a previous post by @Woodcarver.

I share this thread only to provide my perspective and experiences with my desires in the last quarter of my life. When I started out in the corporate world with two degrees I went through three stages. Stage 1 climb as high as I could while accumulating assets such as a 100+ acre farm paid off in addition to my home while paying for two kids college. 2. Family tradgety strikes empty nestor but need a change in life with assets paid for kids on their own with six figures in cash each to...

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