Capt. Jim Fire Hood – Product Review
The Capt. Jim Spentex Fire Hood offers firefighters tremendous durability and a high level of protection against intense heat and flames.
View ArticleIron Fox Axes – Product Snapshot
I received 2 Iron Fox Axes from Engine Co. Apparel. *The video above and 3 below are from Iron Fox Axe. Note: Engine Co. Apparel currently has a 10% Off July 4th special. Use the coupon code...
View ArticleFirefighter Interview Rule Book – Product Review
This is a thorough book detailing everything you need for unwritten interviews. The 110 page paperback includes time-frames, practice, and much more for for the candidate to go through whether you are...
View ArticleSmokejumper: A Memoir By One Of America’s Most Select Airborne Firefighters
If you are a firefighter, you will like the delivery of this book in relation to firefighting. Ramos and Smith put together a great biographical story and easily keep your attention with a well written...
View ArticleCustom Leather Front by Hedges Leather – Product Review
The unique craftsmanship that stands out with HedgesLeather is the recessed parts on the helmet. Like it is routed out by a leather CMC machine. It really helps the focus remain on the middle which...
View ArticleTop Ten Christmas Gifts For Firefighters (2015 Edition)
Each year, I set out to create a list of firefighting gifts for firefighters. Consider this a decent start to shopping for that special firefighter in your life. If you are a firefighter, you might...
View ArticleNightStick: Helmet-Mounted Multi-Function Dual Light Flashlight Product Review
I think I have finally found a helmet light I will keep on my helmet!
View Article“Fire Thieves” By Michael Brigati – 4.9 Stars on Amazon
A fire rages out of control at Criton Chemical Company, a large fertilizer plant in Chatterton, Virginia, owned by a powerful Iranian businessman. With thousands of lives at stake, Patrick and Shane...
View ArticleTrue North: Frontline Defender Pack – Product Review
Everything about the Frontline Defender™ has been rethought and redesigned. The main challenge in the red-zone is heat stress, and this pack has been specifically designed to minimize heat stress by...
View ArticleFirefighter Turnout Bags Appears on Shark Tank
Just last night, Niki Rasor pitched her company Firefighter Turnout Bags (FFTOB on FB)on Shark Tank asking for $250k investment for 33% of her company. In the end, Nikki would receive two offers for...
View ArticleBattle Ops Men’s 6 inch Waterproof Soft Toe Boot – Product Snapshot
I was sent a pair of these boots months ago and have been wearing them at work ever since. They are easily the best all around station boot I have worn in my career. They are lightweight, breathable,...
View ArticleProduct Snapshot: The Mask Guard
The Mask Guard is a brand new way to protect your Scott® AV-3000® SCBA mask. Its very strong plastic and easy to use clips make it the best way to store and protect your mask.
View ArticleSons of Valor, Parents of Faith by James J. O’Donnell
Retired FDNY Lt. James J. O’Donnell has published his first book "Sons of Valor, Parents of Faith". His 30 year career ended with his last response being 9-11. Since then, he has returned to his...
View ArticleNightstick Intrant – Dual-Light Tilting Head Angle Light – Product Snapshot
While this may not be the first right angle light offered to the fire service, it is certainly one of the better ones because it is lightweight and offers many more options with the tilting head,...
View ArticleTime-Lapse Video of a Firefighter’s Custom Helmet Shield Being Made
Check out this time-lapse video created by Brotherhood Leatherworks. Each helmet front they make is custom and made by hand.
View ArticleElement Armor’s “The Game Changer” Vehicle Wax
Scott Tenney, a career firefighter/paramedic has come up with a series of car care products named Element Armor. A couple of months ago he sent me some of "The Game Changer" which is a spray on/spray...
View ArticleBrothers Helping Brothers Firehouse Coffee Club – Join Now!
The Firehouse Coffee Club is a monthly subscription box that delivers one to two 10 to 12 ounce bags of coffee from a first responder or veteran owned company. Along with your monthly coffee you will...
View ArticleTaylor’s Tins – Custom Painted Aluminum Helmet Fronts – Product Snapshot
For the price and the assumed longevity of these helmet fronts, Taylor's Tins offers a very affordable alternative to leather shields.
View ArticleStreamlight Vantage® II Ultra-Compact Helmet Mounted Light – Product Snapshot
I think this might be a keeper. It seems as though Streamlight has done their homework with this one and produced a very effective helmet mounted light without compromising comfort, weight, or...
View ArticleJP Custom Leatherworks Helmet Shield – Product Snapshot
This shield is quality built and appears to be ready to hold up for years to come. JP uses two 8/9 oz. pieces of leather on their fronts. Mine has recessed areas which are stamped and hand painted. I...
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