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About Thomas Harvey

Thomas Harvey is a gear writer and researcher focused on helping hunters, backpackers, hikers, campers, and everyday carriers make intelligent decisions about their equipment. Through detailed product research, feature comparisons, and practical buying guides, Thomas covers gear that's reliable, gives users top performance, and maintains durability for longer periods.

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Areas of Expertise

Thomas specializes in outdoor and tactical gear, concealed carry equipment, holsters, optics, firearm accessories, and everyday carry (EDC) products. He uses strong product analysing techniques, backed by extensive and up-to-the-minute industry research, to help users understand the actual value of the equipment, and hence make smarter buying decisions.

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Latest Posts

Read my latest gear reviews, comparisons, and buying guides covering concealed carry, outdoor equipment, and everyday essentials for outdoorsmen.

Mantis X10 Elite sensor and Blackbeard dry-fire system displayed with an AR-15 and pistol on a wooden workbench.
Firearms

Mantis X10 Elite vs Blackbeard: Which Dry Fire Trainer Do You Need?

The X10 Elite is a universal movement sensor for pistols, rifles, shotguns, and bows, while Blackbeard replaces an AR-15’s bolt-carrier…
Strikeman and Mantis Laser Academy dry-fire systems arranged with targets, phone mounts, cartridges, tripod, and carrying case.
A side-by-side tabletop comparison of Strikeman and Mantis Laser Academy equipment. The setup includes a bullseye target, smart target cards, smartphone mounts, two laser training cartridges, a flexible tripod, and a compact carrying case.
Firearms

Strikeman vs Mantis Laser Academy: Full Dry Fire Training Comparison

In the Strikeman vs Mantis comparison, Strikeman is suitable for lower initial pricing, wider cartridge availability, and competitive multiplayer features.…
Mantis X3 and X10 Elite training sensors mounted beneath two unloaded pistols on a dark shooting mat.
Firearms

Mantis X10 Elite vs X3: Full Comparison and Buying Guide

The Mantis X10 vs X3 comparison comes down to training goals. Both provide reliable movement tracking, shot scoring, and corrective…
G-Sight ELMS Plus laser training cartridge beside a smartphone displaying dry-fire shot tracking, a paper target, and an unloaded pistol.
Firearms

G-Sight Laser Training System Review: Is the ELMS Plus Worth It?

Our G-Sight laser training system review's verdict is that the ELMS Plus is worth considering if you want measurable dry-fire…
Woman wearing eye and hearing protection aiming a pistol at an electronic dry-fire laser training target.
Firearms

LaserLyte Laser Trainer Review: Is It the Best Dry Fire System in 2026?

After setting up the LaserLyte trainer in a compatible handgun, the biggest advantage became clear immediately: it lets you practice…
Kydex and leather gun holsters displayed side by side on a dark wooden surface.
Holsters

Kydex vs Leather Holster Guide: Retention, Comfort, Cost

Summary: Kydex is generally better for secure retention, faster access, easy one-handed reholstering, and minimal upkeep. Leather offers softer all-day…