OK, when a CO is making a “What I Want” for Christmas List for his or her spouse or significant other, Firearms, Firearms Accessories, Ammunition, Knives and Knife Accessories are always gonna be obvious choices, we all know that…(In fact I am willing to bet most of you CO’s out there get Gift Cards mainly because friends and family don’t know what you have and don’t have!) so what I decided to do this year was make a Top 10 List of “Other” Gift ideals to give our spouses, children and family so they have a general direction to go with. My goal here was to try and stay to make the gift practical and affordable, so for the most part, I have excluded “high-end” electronics. These are in no certain order or precedence BTW, so don’t think #1 is a better choice than #10!!
I already talked about this handy piece of kit in a precious piece, but I was so pleased with mine, I thought I should include it on this list.
2. Goal Zero Solar Recharging Kit
A Bit pricey, but wow..talk about a gift that keeps on giving for many years to come!!
3. Tool Logic Credit Card Companion
I am all about EDC “hybrid” combative devices, and for the price, this one is cool.
4. Kaito Voyager Emergency Radio
There are more expensive emergency radio’s out there with more bells and whistles, but if you want a simple, dependable radio that has all just what you need, this is it.
5. Electronic Hearing Protection
For a very long time I despised electronic hearing muffs because I could never find a pair that held up to the rigors of CO training, well, I found some. What you get for the price is awesome.
6. Jump N’ Carry Portable Jump Starter
I cannot stress how important it is to have one of these in ALL your vehicles. There is nothing worse than having to depend on somebody to give you a jump, especially in today’s unpredictable world…help improve the odds that the CO in your life will not be stranded!
7. All Enemies Foreign and Domestic Book Trilogy
Every CO will enjoy this book trilogy…it combines all the elements of a post-apocalyptic thriller with the realism of the modern day fight to retain our 2nd Amendment Rights as Americans.
8. Maratac AA Tactical Flashlight
As many of you know I am a flashlight geek, so I was perplexed in deciding which light to list, so I went with my latest addition which has become my new EDC light. I could go on and on why I love this little powerhouse, but I will keep it short and give you 2 reasons: It runs off one AA Battery and packs 145 Lumens on High.
9. Kelly Mccann Combatives DVD Set
Hands down, the best Combatives training on DVD period. Kelly will show you practical and effective ways to defend yourself out on the street. No “Wanna-be-Rambo” gimmicks, just straight up, ass kicking training for the CO that is serious about self-defense.
OK, OK I know I said guns and knives were a no brainer, but I had to throw this in there…for under $40 this is an awesome gift. I have had mine for a few months and I gotta tell you it is the Uber-EDC Fixed Blade..small, sharp and practical..this will make any CO smile!!
So in closing, stay safe and from my family to yours, I hope all CO’s everywhere have a safe and joyful Holiday Season!
Stay Alert, Stay Armed, Stay Merry and above all, Stay Dangerous!!!
Merry Christmas!