Gear Expert: How-To

  • The Definitive Guide to All Things Hiking Boots

    May 8, 2015 • How-To3 Comments

    I have to get this off my chest right away, I’m a boot nerd. By nerd I mean that I like to stay in “the know” on footwear technology and actively search out the very best boot based on my needs. What can I say? I believe that every person needs a solid...

  • How to Acid Etch your Knife or Multi-Tool

    May 9, 2014 • How-To12 Comments

    Tired of the same old look of your favorite knife? Wouldn’t it be nice to add some flash to your blade? Sure you could have it engraved but that’s really expensive. You could also try your hand at engraving but one false move will turn your favorite blade...

  • Day at the Range: Ultimate Gift Guide

    A Day at the Range:Ultimate Gear Guide

    Mar 4, 2014 • How-To, VideosNo Comments

    It may feel as though these cold temperatures are never going to release their grip, but spring is right around the corner. This means its time to dust off your guns and grab that ammo that you’ve been reloading all winter, because the gun range is...

  • Winter Hunting

    Don’t Hibernate! Dealing with the Cold on the Hunt

    Jan 10, 2014 • How-To, News4 Comments

    As an avid hunter and someone from the Midwest, I hunt in a very wide range of weather patterns and temperatures. Living in Chicago, I have to travel to my favorite spots, so I’d better make sure I am prepared for everything! During the hunting season,...

  • What Hangun to buy?

    4 Quick Tips for Buying a Handgun

    Apr 30, 2013 • How-To, News2 Comments

    We may not sell handguns at OpticsPlanet.com, but we certainly know a thing or two about them.  We have thousands upon thousands of accessories for all sorts of firearms, and you can be sure we think long and hard about the various ways you can equip your...