I am originally from a very hot country where the climate is constant 365 days a year and you can grow almost anything. After a couple of years of having moved to a country where you actually experience 4 different seasons and having unsuccessfully tried to grow plants indoors during …

I used this backpack for my last year of school, and can say that it was a pretty nice backpack. I really liked it when I saw it in the store, even though it ended up costing me $100. Unfortunately, the bag didn’t last me very long, and I’ll show …

I compiled a collection of photos of my friend, and then burnt it into a writeable CD. I planned to give it to her as a birthday gift, however I realized that the CD face is very unappealing.
So I started looking out for ways to design and print on the …

My Ruger SR-40 is the first handgun that I bought, and I do not ever plan to sell it. I have shot close to 1,000 rounds through it, and it has never jammed on me once.
The significance of that kind of reliability stood out to me recently …

When it comes to purchasing ammunition, there is a distinct difference between what you’d use to practice with and what you’d carry to actually defend yourself. Over the years, I have found that DRT TerminalShock is great self defense ammo so long as you know about one drawback to …

One of the pistols that has remained popular since its introduction in 1953 is the Ruger Single Six. That pistol is — as the name implies — a single-action revolver that holds six shells. You can grab one of those in .22LR/.22 Magnum, .17 HMR or .32 H&R Magnum calibers, …

If you are looking for a pistol that is reliable, packs plenty of punch and is very affordable, the Stoeger Cougar should be high on your list. Stoeger — a Turkish company — makes the pistol in the following calibers — 9mm Luger, .40 S&W and .45 ACP. The pistols …

If you want to get skilled at shooting and test out the reliability of your gun, heading down to the firing range (or, at least, an isolated spot in the country where discharging your firearm is legal) is essential. It’s been my experience that a fair number of semiautomatic …

If you are looking for some good, defensive ammunition for your 9mm pistol, you might be tempted to pick up a box of Hornady Critical Duty shells for a number of reasons. First of all, Hornady is a well-known manufacturer of ammo and has a reputation for cranking out …

I picked up a box of this stuff at a Cabela’s store in Rogers, Ark., because it was the cheapest brass-cased ammo available in the .380 ACP caliber and I figured it would make for some good range ammo. Here’s the bottom line on this stuff — it is …

These bullets should seriously be labeled “for range use only.” I can find TulAmmo 9mm Luger bullets around here for around $9 for a box of 50 — that’s cheap for even 9mm shells. Sadly, there is a reason these bullets are so expensive — they’re hit and miss …

Ah, good old .380 ACP ammunition. It seems that handgun enthusiasts love to argue over things, and the .380 ACP has sparked its share of controversies over the years. There are those that say that the round just isn’t good enough for self defense, while others point out that …

There are plenty of people who strongly dislike Hi-Points line of very affordable pistols. I love these little guns because you can pick up a Hi-Point in your favorite caliber (.380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W or .45 ACP) for less than $200. These American-made pistols represent true bang for the …

Before getting into a review of what the Winchester SXZ ammo is, it is important to discuss what it is not. There are people who will swear up and down that this ammo is the direct replacement for Winchester Black Talon ammunition. That is simply not the case.
Black Talons …

It has been quite difficult for people to purchase .22 long rifle ammunition for the past few years so people are generally happy to purchase whatever they can find. Fortunately, one of the most common .22 LR rounds out there is the Remington Golden Bullet and it is a …

Let’s face it — the thought of using a handgun for self protection is unpleasant. Incredibly unpleasant, in fact. When we talk about “self protection” when it comes to handguns, we’re talking about shooting — and potentially killing — a human being who is threatening your family or yourself.
Still, …

Let’s face it — a Hi-Point pistol is nothing more (or less) than a very cheap gun that works well after you put 100-200 rounds through it during a break-in period. The good news about those inexpensive Hi-Points is that accessories also tend to be cheap.
Take the LaserLyte Hi-Point Pistol …

So, you have a concealed carry license and have chosen the pistol to carry. So, are you going to jam it in a coat pocket? Stick it in your sock? Put it in a pants pocket?
You’re probably better off with a good, concealed carry holster and Fobus makes some good …

Ah, good old Hi-Point. Here’s an Ohio-based company that has, apparently, decided that you shouldn’t have to cash in your life savings in order to enjoy your Second Amendment rights and protect your home and family. The Model JCP 40 SW lists for $199 and you can probably find it …

Don’t let the looks fool you — the Charter Arms Lavender Lady .38 special revolver packs a lot of punch and is based on the company’s time-tested Undercover Lite model. Charter Arms has clearly picked up on the fact that women across the United States are getting concealed carry permits …

The Taurus 738 TCP .380 pistol is commonly referred to as a “mouse gun” — a small pistol that can easily be concealed in a pocket. In the past, so-called mouse guns were often produced in diminutive calibers such as .22 LR, .25 ACP and .32 ACP.
The Taurus 738 TCP …

So, you’re thinking about a concealed carry license and find yourself asking one question time and time again — what pistol will make a great concealed carry gun? Researching that question can lead to nothing but confusion as there are a lot of choices and a lot of opinions …

If you want to spark some controversy among people who are enthusiastic about pistols, just mention the name “Hi-Point” and you will find plenty of both positive and negative opinions about those affordable, American-made guns. Hi-Point makes both a full line of carbines and pistols (the pistols are in …

Stationery shopping is my favourite kind of shopping. I absolutely love going out and buying different pens, pencils, highlighters and fine liners. So, whenever I see some stationery which is reasonably priced and could be even slightly useful, I definitely pick it up. That’s how I picked up these …

I first bought a pack of these around a year ago in my local Poundland, as they looked like they would be quite useful for colorful notes and diagrams. I thought that even if they worked for just a month, they would be worth the very cheap 1 GBP …

The Ocarina Traveler’s Bag from Songbird Ocarina is a denim bag advertised to carry and protect up to four ocarinas. Songbird claims that this bag will prevent breaking because of its padded interior. This bag costs $35 to purchase from the Songbird website and I do not feel that …

There are so many amazing facts in the world; sometimes the knowledge that are injected to us by years of marketing and propaganda. Sometimes we also have to search for facts ourselves for the sake of our thirst of knowledge or just to have that interesting story as a conversation …

I purchased this mesh backpack in the pink color back in 2012 for the school year - my school had inputed a rule that only allowed us to carry mesh backpacks, so I picked this one up at the mall, and it lasted me the 2 years I used …

I have received this plant as a gift about four years ago, and it is still holding up. I could not believe it when they told me it was a cactus, and that it actually blooms in colder weather. I thought to myself, “Why, this is perfect for Canada.” …

I find that orchids are probably the most elegant and delicate of flowers, and I find them to be so charming. The orchid, especially, is a very hard plant to take care of and is normally for the more advanced gardener. I really do not have much of a …

I had to buy some black ink for a project I was working on where the intricacies of writing in ink would improve the aesthetic. I had never used ink before (the kind that is used with a fountain pen,) so I went blindly into an art store and …

I picked up these markers because I wanted a precise, solid black line while I was making some holiday cards, and this product was a cheaper option made by a brand I trust. I was not disappointed, and these markers seem to perform well and are long lasting for …

I use foam core boards for many projects I do. Sometimes I use large sheets of foam board and have to glue them together to make thicker foam boards and sometimes I use smaller foam boards that I need to make precise cuts on. Either way, the …

If you are looking for a backpack that carries a lot of stuff but is also extremely lightweight, then this is the backpack for you. I got this with the intent on using it on vacation where a lot of walking was involved and time away from the …

When I was making a scrapbook for my son’s first year, I needed something that would hold a lot. I started with smaller scrapbooks and soon realized that I needed to upgrade to a larger one. Not only did it have to hold an entire year of …

By now everyone has seen or heard of the top trending rubberband bracelet makers. After my 8 year old niece made me several bracelets, she wanted me to try one on my own. I am very craftsy and couldn’t resist the offer. After looming my own …

When I was working at the corporate offices of a large office supply company we often got samples from vendors of their newest products. I was fortunate to get a large handful of pop up tape strip dispensers from our 3M vendor. (3M makes Scotch) I …

This is a great cork roll for certain projects. The first thing I have to point out I that it is a fine grain cork roll and is only 3/32” thick. While some may find it suitable to make their own cork board with, I do not …

I’ve done a lot of Christmas stocking decorating and when my brand of choice was unavailable at my local store I came across this brand. Overall I am very pleased with this glue with the exception of a few flaws.
As a positive; it is a solid glue that …

I have used a few different types of glitter glue and these are definitely one of the best. I refuse to have stores put my family’s name on stockings only because I am a very do it yourself kind of person and love to have the homemade touch …

I bought this paper punch for my son’s Mickey Mouse themed second birthday party and it has proven to be a great buy! I bought it with the intent of using it for his invitations but it has come in handy for other fun things as well. …

If you’re looking for a basic kit you want to begin with when you’re just starting Gunpla as your hobby, the High Grade 1/144 Freedom Gundam is highly recommended. Though there are 1/144 No Grades or First Grades available, HGs have the upper hand in terms of articulation and …

When we went pumpkin picking at a popular local farm, we saw this kit at their checkout line and decided to give it a try. We always like to paint some of our pumpkins to make them last longer, as opposed to carving them all out, and it …

I remember buying my first Barnett slingshot when i was a teenager. I was bored, friends had lived far away and i couldn’t watch TV all the time. As i was walking through a shopping mall one day, i see a sale for a “Barnett Slingshot” Called the black …

Smoking has been a vice that millions of people have picked up, i myself too have been charmed by lady nicotine and smoke on a regular basis. I have to say that I do enjoy smoking in all honesty, although i am not promoting smoking to non smokers, but …

I’m a big fan of The Hunger Games books and movie, so I was thrilled to receive this beautiful representation of the girl on fire!
She’s got a lot more articulation than normal Barbie dolls. I don’t know if that’s how it is with all collector dolls or if …

I ordered a few of these with the intent of using them simply as non-messy, cheaper fountain pens that can easily be pocketed and taken anywhere. The particular pen here is the blue ink medium pen, which functions exactly the same as any other varsity pen as they are …

I’ve used quite a few pair of binoculars in my life, but I’d have to say that my own Barska Gladiator binoculars are probably my favorite. The particular model I own is the Barska Gladiator 10-30×50 magnification pair, usually priced just under $50, which is what I purchased mine …

I first tried Wolf Ammunition a few years ago for a handgun I purchased on my 21st birthday. Because of the very affordable price and my ignorance at the time of ammunition brands, I made the mistake of buying 4 boxes of Wolf 9mm ammunition to test fire my …

Electronic cigarettes - or E-cigarettes as they are often called - are becoming more popular as more people transition from traditional tobacco cigarettes. These battery operated devices don’t produce smoke at all, but instead an odorless water vapor, while the user still gets the flavor and feel of smoking, …