The economic sanctions that have been imposed on Russia by western powers are really going to hurt.  But they aren’t just going to hurt the Russians.  The measures that are now being implemented are going to be quite a shock for the entire global economic system, and all of us will be affected.  Energy prices will be going much higher, food prices will be going much higher, and the sanctions are going to cause chaos in the financial world for months to come.  Of course things were already starting to get really crazy even before the war began, but now our problems are really going to start to accelerate.

On Tuesday, Kamala Harris made a guest appearance on a radio show, and during that interview she was asked to explain the crisis in Ukraine.

This is how she responded…

Appearing on The Morning Hustle, the vice president was asked to ‘break it down in layman’s terms for people who don’t understand what’s going on and how can this directly affect the people of the United States.’

Harris broke it down: ‘Russia is a bigger country. Russia is a powerful country. Russia decided to invade a smaller country called Ukraine so basically that’s wrong.’

Kamala Harris breaks down what is happening between Ukraine and Russia:
“Ukraine is a country in Europe. It exists next to another country called Russia. Russia is a bigger country. Russia is a powerful country. Russia decided to invade a smaller country called Ukraine.” pic.twitter.com/XDe5e20gKy

— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) March 1, 2022

It is frightening to think that Harris may soon be forced to take over for Joe Biden due to his failing health.

The Biden administration and other western powers have decided to punish the Russians by imposing economic sanctions on them.

Some have mocked the sanctions, but the truth is that they are definitely going to hurt the Russians.

For example, the value of the Russian ruble has already fallen so low that one ruble is now worth less than a “Robux”…

Due to international sanctions against Russia, the ruble has tumbled in value—so far, in fact, it’s now worth less than a Robux. That’s really bad news for the ruble, because the Robux is a video game currency that’s mostly meaningful only to children.

Roblox, also known as “that game your kids play that looks like Minecraft but isn’t,” has been around for over a decade. But with an explosion of at-home players during the pandemic, it’s gone from fad to phenomenon, now boasting more than 100 million active players. It’s so popular that its virtual currency value, which can in fact be converted back into US dollars, is now worth approximately $.0125, which is more than the Russian Federation’s ruble.

That is crazy.

As the ruble has collapsed, Russians have formed extremely long lines at ATMs all around the country…

Long lines began forming at ATMs on Sunday as Russians braced for the ruble’s collapse by attempting to withdraw foreign currency. The trend occurred amid fears that banks will began limiting cash withdrawals — or that credit and debit cards could stop functioning entirely.

“I’ve stood in lines for an hour, but foreign currency is gone everywhere, just rubles,” Vladimir, a 28-year-old programmer who waited online at an ATM in Moscow, told Bloomberg. “I got a late start because I didn’t think this was possible. I’m in shock.”

We are witnessing a full-blown financial panic in Russia right now, and things aren’t going to get any better any time soon.

And JPMorgan is projecting that the Russian economy as a whole will contract by 20 percent on a quarter over quarter basis…

JPMorgan told clients in a research note reviewed by FOX Business on Monday that sanctions announced against Russia could have a “severe” impact on the country’s economy.

“We tentatively assume that Russia’s economy will contract 20% [quarter-over-quarter], saar, in 2Q, and for the year around 3.5%. But the margin of error for any such guesstimate is incredibly high at this point, and risks are skewed heavily to the downside,” the note reads. “

Obviously the western powers want to make things painful enough for the Russian people that they will start to turn against the war.

But these sanctions aren’t just going to hurt the Russians.

Western financial institutions are holding lots of Russian debt.  Now that the Russian government, Russian banks and Russian corporations are being sanctioned, they could very easily decide to fight back by not repaying those debts.

Needless to say, that could cause some rather immense problems.

Meanwhile, energy prices are going to escalate to absolutely frightening levels.  At one point on Tuesday, West Texas Intermediate crude futures were selling for $106.78 per barrel, but that could be a bargain price compared to what is coming.

Because even though the U.S. and western powers explicitly avoided including Russian energy in their sanctions, many in the energy industry are choosing to boycott Russia anyway…

While in their unprecedented broadside of sanctions on Russia, the U.S. and Western allies went out of their way to spare Russian energy shipments and keep economies humming and voters warm, the oil market has gone on strike anyway. Acting as if energy were already in the crosshairs of Western sanctions officials, refiners have balked at buying Russian oil and banks are refusing to finance shipments of Russian commodities, the WSJ reports citing traders, oil executives and bankers.

This self-imposed embargo which has effectively halted a majority of Russian oil shipments, threatens to drive up energy prices globally by removing a gusher of oil from a market that was tight even before the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Unfortunately, energy supplies were already very tight even before the war started.

If Russian oil continues to be rejected, we are being warned that this could shortly result in “much, much higher oil prices”…

“The market is starting to fail,” a trader at a major commodities trading house told the WSJ, which is a problem because with Russia exporting roughly 5 mmb/d, the oil market – already extremely tight – could find itself in a historic supply shortage in just a few days, and will need massive demand destruction, read much, much higher oil prices, to stabilize as Goldman wrote over the weekend.

Of course a much higher price for oil will be felt throughout our economy in thousands of different ways.

For example, just about everything that we buy has to be transported, and transporting goods takes energy.

Inflation has already started to spiral out of control in the United States, and it appears that the worst is definitely still to come.

Earlier today, I was stunned to learn that Colgate-Palmolive is warning us to get ready for a “$10 tube of toothpaste”…

Get ready for the $10 tube of toothpaste.

Colgate-Palmolive Co (CL.N) CEO Noel Wallace said last week at an industry conference that the household goods maker sees its new Optic White Pro Series toothpaste as the type of premium product “vital” to its ability to raise prices, which will help drive profit growth this year.

Can you imagine paying 10 dollars for a tube of toothpaste?

I can’t.

The price of food is going to be rising aggressively as well.

Wheat futures shot up more than 5 percent on Tuesday alone, and one industry insider is warning that some wheat farmers in Ukraine may not grow any crops at all this year…

“This could not come have come in the worse time,” said Robb MacKie, president and CEO of American Bakers Association.

With wheat prices already on the rise, the conflict abroad is placing even more pressure on a still ailing supply chain. Russia is the top exporter or wheat, while Ukraine is in the top 5. The two counties compete in export markets like Egypt, Turkey, and Bangladesh.

“Depending on how this comes out and how long it goes, wheat farmers [in Ukraine] may not be able to plant spring wheat, corn and other things. So, they might go a year without any crops,” MacKie added.

Collectively, Russia and Ukraine normally account for about 29 percent of all global wheat exports.

And considering the fact that we were already entering a global food crisis even before the war started, we really need that output.

If a solution to this conflict cannot be found soon, one expert is telling us that “wheat will need to be rationed”…

“If the conflict is prolonged — three months, four months from now — I feel the consequences could be really serious,” Andree Defois, president of consultant Strategie Grains, told Bloomberg. “Wheat will need to be rationed.”

I truly hope that you grasp the implications of that statement.

This is beyond serious.

We really are facing a global food crisis that is unlike anything that we have seen since World War II, but of course the global population is far larger today than it was back then.

The months ahead are going to be painful for all of us, and our leaders should be very honest about this.

Because our leaders could have avoided this crisis very easily, but now we have crossed a point of no return.

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A lot of people ask themselves, “What should I stockpile for economic collapse?”

Here are 9 must-have items you should always have with you as you prepare for what will happen if the economy collapses.

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1. Water

What should I stockpile for economic collapse?? Water is perhaps the most important resource to have during any emergency.

Before an economic collapse or any other natural disaster, make sure to stockpile a few gallons of water for you and your family.

Keep at least one gallon of water per person per day. Stockpile enough water that will last for at least a week. This should give you enough time to think of other methods of collecting water later on.

If you plan on living off-grid after an economic meltdown, there are a ton of other ways you can collect water. If you have access to surface water, for example, you can just collect it in buckets.

Other alternatives during an emergency like this are to create a rainwater collection system or to retrofit a well with a hand pump.

2. Food

Next to water, food is the most important resource to stockpile. When stocking food, make sure to choose canned goods and other food items that will last for at least a few months. This often includes staples like beans, rice, wheat, oats, freeze-dried food, and many more.

Before going shopping, take into account the individual preferences of the members of your household. This will help make sure that morale is kept high should an economic collapse happen.

Take note of any food allergies as well. During an emergency like this, the last thing you want is someone needing to be rushed to the hospital because of an allergic reaction that could have been avoided.

Finally, once you’re done shopping, keep a list of the items in your food storage and their corresponding expiry dates. Rotate out any food items that may be nearing expiry and use them in your kitchen. Replace these items as needed so you know that your stock is always fresh.

3. Emergency Kit Items

An emergency kit should have at least the following items inside it:

• A first aid kit
• Light sources like matches and flashlights
• Batteries
• Insect repellants
• Prescription medicines and other over-the-counter medicines
• Radio

Make sure to keep all these together in one easy-to-carry container. This will come in handy when you and your family find the need to move to a different location.

Additionally, keep a list of special medications your family might need. Stock up on these early. In dire situations, pharmacies are often the ones that run out of supplies first.

4. Cash and Budget

In an economic meltdown, always remember the saying, “Cash is king.” Crises like these often mean that even the largest banks can go out of business. If the economy collapses, your savings may just go down the drain with these big businesses.

Avoid this by keeping a few thousand bucks in cash ready. If possible, store it in an envelope and place it inside a safe at home. This should help make sure that in a worst-case scenario, you’ll still have the resources you need to purchases some essentials.

Additionally, prepare a budget. Make a list of the items you will spend that cash on. As much as possible, limit the spending of this cash to absolute essentials and emergencies. Stockpile your other needs early on so that they no longer need to be a part of the budget you will make.

5. Hygiene Items

Another one in the “what should I stockpile for economic collapse” list is hygiene items. They don’t just keep you from smelling bad but also help make sure that you stay clean.

Emergencies like these may mean that you’ll have to get down on the ground and get your hands dirty. Do not risk catching some disease by keeping things around you clean.

Some of these items include:

• Soap and shampoo
• Toothbrushes and toothpaste
• Dishwashing liquid
• Detergent
• Plastic bags
• Feminine hygiene

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6. Fuel

Needless to say, in an economic crisis, gas prices go through the roof. Avoid having to spend a million dollars on gas by stocking up on this valuable resource early on.

Gas is useful in a lot of situations. It can come in useful for when the power goes out and you have to run the generator. It will also come in handy in case you and your family have to move to a different location.

As early as now, fossil fuel supplies are already drying up and renewable energy resources are not yet as widely used as they should be. Make sure to store enough fuel early on for these needs.

7. Valuable Tools

Some basic tools can make a big difference when it comes to your ability to provide for the needs of your family during an economic meltdown. The time to get them is now while you still have the resources and while they are still available.

A complete toolbox should be the first thing on your checklist. Make sure it has all the handyman tools you need for general home and auto repairs. These items include hammers, nails, screwdrivers, screws, saws, utility knives, tape measures, pliers, glue, and many more.

Gardening tools are also must-haves if you are going to survive an economic meltdown. They will come in handy when you find the need to start homesteading so you can grow your food.

Some essential gardening tools include shovels, rakes, pruners, trowels, wheelbarrows, and more.

8. Self-defense Items

Economic crises can bring out the worst in people. It may force some to do undesirable things just so they can survive. This is especially true for the unprepared.

Make sure that you are equipped to protect yourself and your family by keeping your home secure. As much as possible, do not go broadcasting to the world how well-prepared you are for the crisis. You do not want to attract the attention of those with bad intentions.

Have alarm systems in place as well. These systems can contact your local authorities should someone enter your home without your permission.

If need be, equip yourself and members of your family who are old enough with weapons. Make sure that they are trained to use these weapons. Emphasize to them that they are to be used only when necessary.

Additionally, have an emergency plan in place for your family. This plan should be designed specifically for situations like these. Make sure that everyone understands where to go and what to do if someone unwanted tries to enter your home.

9. Knowledge and Skills

Your mind just might be your biggest asset in a situation like this. Make sure to stockpile as much survival knowledge and skills before an emergency happens.

If you can, stockpile books that tell you exactly how to deal with different kinds of emergencies. Of course, it is better as well if you can read them all well before the emergency happens.

Learn basic skills like making repairs to your home, fixing cars, homesteading, and many more.

These things will all come in handy should you and your family decide that living off-grid is the best course of action.

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Are you looking for information about the best boot knives? Or perhaps you need advice on how to wear a boot knife? Good. That’s precisely what we’re going to cover today.

Because what’s one of the most essential pieces of survival equipment you carry? It’s certainly not a mood ring. It’s a knife!

Your knife is a vital part of survival and bushcraft, and its history is long. It’s one of the oldest weapons and an essential tool for hand cutting and combat.

That’s why today we’re going to concentrate on a secondary knife, a Boot Knife.

We’ll be covering:

• What Is A Boot Knife Anyway?
• A Brief Boot Knife History Lesson
• Who Needs To Wear A Boot Knife?
• How To Wear A Boot Knife The Right Way
• Key Features To Find The Best Boot Knife For You
• 7 Best Boot Knives On The Market Today

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What Is A Boot Knife Anyway?

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A boot knife is a secondary blade you wear as a backup. It’s usually a fixed blade dagger sheathed and attached to the inside or outside of your boot.

It’s a concealed weapon always at the ready when necessary.

The blade is around three to four inches long, so it can easily fit inside a boot. And while this is not a large knife, its power is in its concealment. This makes it an effective tool for protection.

Longer ones around six inches are available but are heavier and harder to conceal.

You may get into a situation where you lose your primary knife and are not left defenseless with your boot knife.

It’s always accessible, and you can draw it fast without unfolding it like other blades.

It’s an everyday carry tool you don’t have to carry in your pockets.

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A Brief Boot Knife History Lesson

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The history of the boot knife goes back to the American West and beyond.

It was known as the gambler’s best friend when firearms were less reliable. So having a concealed weapon gave you a significant advantage.

Long boots worn in the old west made it the perfect place to carry a straight blade, and it was easy to access in a fight.

Military personnel around the world have used boot knives. For example, paratroopers had them in WWII when they dropped into battle zones.

Today, we don’t often have to fight to the death in the streets. But we still need to protect ourselves and have more than just our primary weapon.

Besides self-defense, a boot knife is also great for work, sport, and utility use.

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Who Needs To Wear A Boot Knife?

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Hunters

When out hunting, you need a utility knife that is easy to carry. A secondary knife is even better.

Regular tasks around camp like cutting branches and using ropes require a knife.

Skinning animals and helping with field dressing are also other uses for your boot knife.

Fishers

Having a knife when fishing is mandatory. Why? Because you need to cut lines, clean fish, and do all the other camp duties where a knife is essential.

You’re carrying all sorts of gear when out fishing, so having a boot knife is ideal.

Survivalists

When faced with a survival situation, you need to bolt fast and get yourself and your loved ones to safety.

You will need a blade for protection and utility uses while on the run.

Even if you lose other weapons (like your survival knife), you’ll still have a backup boot knife in a pinch.

Military

Armed forces worldwide have been using boot knives for armed conflict in all major wars.

They are a standard issue in some branches. And provide a secondary weapon that is easily accessed in combat.

Police

Besides their firearms, some police forces carry boot knives alongside their primary weaponry.

Folding knives take an extra step to open them. And thus, it can sometimes take a few seconds to open. This can be the difference between life and death.

A boot knife is a last resort weapon but may be necessary.

Bushcraft

A knife is an essential bushcraft tool while training. And you should know how to carry a boot knife sheath and practice accessing your knife.

It is another blade for training and is perfect for backup should you lose your primary weapon.

EDC (Everyday Carry)

Having a concealed weapon as an everyday carry is excellent for cutting and self-defense.

Our pockets are already full of cell phones, keys, and other items. And if you need to fumble around to find a pocket knife, it could put you at a defensive disadvantage.

It is a weapon no one sees, so you are not considered a threat.

It’s also a part of the gear you take with you every time you leave the house. You’d be surprised how often a knife comes in handy.

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How To Wear A Boot Knife The Right Way

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Remember, your boot knife is a concealed backup weapon, so it’s not attached to your bug-out bag, survival belt, plate carrier, or MOLLE vest.

As the name suggests, this knife attaches to your work boot, cowboy boot, or tactical boot.

There are 4 possible locations you can attach one:

1. Inside of your boot
2. In a pocket inside the boo
3. Outside of the boot
4. In the laces

1. Inside Your Boot

This is the simplest way to carry a boot knife. Because you are just sheathing the fixed blade and sliding it tip down into your boot.

This can cause problems tho. Because if your boot is too loose, the blade may move around and fall flat under your foot, making access harder.

If the boot is tied up tight, you will feel the knife against your leg, and it will start to bother you fast.

You should buy a holster that wraps around your lower leg to secure the knife.

2. In a Pocket Inside The Boot

This boot knife wear is convenient, but it is designed for this purpose. They are great, but you will need to match your knife with your boot pocket to make sure it fits.

You are not messing around with holsters or straps, but these are specific boots that you will have to buy and use.

3. Outside The Boot

This setup gives you freedom for your legs and feet while wearing the boots. You will need a longer boot or a shorter knife attached with a strap.

This may cause concealment problems unless you wear loose pants over the boots. You may want to purchase a smaller boot knife to not be seen.

4. In The Laces

This is another option if your boot type has an extended lace area. You can weave the laces through the holes in the holster, and then you have your boot knife mounted on top of the boot.

There are no boot modifications to worry about, and it won’t rub and irritate your leg. A smaller boot knife is what will work with this rig.

Are you wondering how to wear a boot knife in cowboy boots? You have the advantage of a long boot, so concealing a boot knife is easy.

Use a holster for the blade and attach it to your leg or inside the boot, and you are good to go.

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Key Features To Find The Best Boot Knife For You

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There are many different boot knife blades, so choosing one comes down to personal preference.

Here are a few tips when looking for the best boot knife for you.

Size

Consider the size of the blade. Some people like longer blades, but for a boot knife, you want to comfortably conceal and access it.

Too long, and it will poke out of your boot. Too short, and it may be hard to get at if it slips down.

You don’t want it interfering with your foot movement either. Try some on for size and see how it feels and functions.

You also want the blade to be thin, so it fits the contours of your leg. Weight may also be an issue when you are walking a long time wearing it.

Choose a lighter boot knife unless it is your primary blade, then you want something heavier.

Material

Your boot knife needs to be durable and will either be stainless steel or high-carbon steel.

Stainless is more corrosion-resistant. But it can get dull quicker, while a high-carbon has a sharper edge but rusts fast.

A boot knife is more likely to get wet with snow, mud, and water, so stainless is the better choice.

The handle can be wood or synthetic. Synthetic is more durable, but wood just looks good.

You decide what is more important to you. I know what my choice is!

Blade Type

Usually, a boot knife with be two-sided and shaped in a long spear point. If it is being used as a weapon, go with this style.

For use as a survival tool, pick a knife that has a one-sided blade.

Sheath

Always use your sheath when putting it in your boot. This is a no-brainer, but I have to mention it anyway.

If you jam an open blade into your boot, you’re gonna get cut real fast. And then you have to treat the injury, and in a wilderness situation, you could get into big trouble.

Bottom line, sheath it!

Now you know everything about boot knives. Next, I want to help equip you and search the web for the best boot knives available today.

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7 Best Boot Knives On The Market

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1. Smith & Wesson SWHRT9B 9in High Carbon S.S. Fixed Blade Knife

Our first entry is the SWHRT9B from Smith & Wesson, which is impressive.

It’s a good-sized knife with a blade length of 4.7 inches and 9 inches with its full tang.

The blade is high-carbon stainless steel with a dual-edged spear point design. And it has an added blood grove.

The handle is black TPE rubber wrapped for excellent grip. And it has a lanyard hole and a sheath for boot mounting.

It’s a great EDC knife, and you can access it easily while having no worries about it slipping out of your hand.

Included is a black sheath to house the knife in your boot and a belt clip as well.

Smith & Wesson takes pride in manufacturing weapons. And they give that same quality to their knives.

They also guarantee this survival knife with a limited lifetime warranty.

The bottom line is this is a high-quality tool that will take care of all your knife handling needs.

2. Kershaw Secret Agent (4007) Concealable Boot Knife

Kershaw is a company that leads in the pocket knife market, and they have a great boot knife for us.

Let’s start with the blade. It’s a high-carbon, heat-treated stainless steel blade that is very durable.

With a single-sided edge, it works well for self-defense and bushcraft activities.

It’s coated in black oxide to make it corrosion-resistant. This gives the knife a badass look and also makes the blade magnetic.

A synthetic polymer handle finishes off this boot knife. And this design provides excellent grip with its textured rubber.

To house your boot knife, you get a top-notch sheath that is dual purpose with belt clip and slots for a leg and boot carry.

It has a stylish, no-shine matte finish that will fit well with your other survival gear for sure.

Pick up the secret agent boot knife from Kershaw.

3. CRKT Sting Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath

Columbia River Knife and Tool is a company committed to innovation. And their knife line and their everyday carry boot knife prove this.

The Sting was initially designed back in the ’70s by A.G. Russel. This is the tactical knife you want with you in a survival situation.

Sting is truly a walking knife with its solid, 3.2 inches, forged steel, two-edged blade. And its black coating provides enhanced corrosion resistance.

The steel alloy is hot forged from 1050 carbon steel, like Samurai swords. And it’s shaped into a spear point with its precision grinding.

The handle is contoured for maximum grip with outstanding balance. So you’ll have total control of the blade at all times.

There’s a nylon sheath, and glass re-enforces nylon insert to protect the blade. By clipping in and the strapping options are vast.

The Sting perfectly attaches to your leg inside your boot, but you can also clip it to your belt, pack or MOLLE set up.

A limited warranty for defects in material or workmanship rounds this boot knife out. A solid pick for your EDC.

4. Gerber Gear 30-001006N Ghoststrike Fixed Blade Knife

Ghoststrike is an American made fixed blade boot knife for:

• First responders
• Survivalists
• Armed forces
• Anyone else that needs a secondary weapon in a tactical situation

This deluxe kit gives you everything you need, but let’s start with the knife itself.

The blade is constructed from 430HC steel and coated in black ceramic. This makes it low profile and corrosion-resistant.

It has a full tang grip while still being compact and light in hand. The contoured skeletal frame has a diamond textured rubber over the mold handle. One that easily conceals whether you wear it outside your boot or on your belt.

The kit includes the knife along with a modular sheath system. That way, it can be used for concealment or as an open carry weapon.

You also get a neoprene ankle wrap with a sheath mount so you can put it on your leg inside your boot or outside as well.

The sheath can mount on your bel vertically or horizontally.

Gerber makes knives that last and have a lifetime warranty for this knife in North America.

5. Schrade SCHF19 Boot Knife

Schrade is a company that takes pride in its knives. That’s why you can trust them with their boot knife.

Their best boot knife has a durable, 7Cr17MoV high carbon S.S. blade. It’s also connected to a thermoplastic elastomer handle. And the total length measures 7 inches with a 3.6-inch blade.

It weighs in at just over 2 ounces, so it is light and ready for action in all tactical situations.

It also comes with a black leather sheath with a belt loop if you want it at your side.

The ideal carry is clipped to your boot for a concealed, secondary weapon.

This is the ultimate secondary weapon that you want when the SHTF.

6. SOG Instinct Mini Small Fixed Blade Knife

SOG has a mini boot knife perfect for a small, fast-action weapon. It is only a 1.9-inch tactical fixed blade made from satin 5CR15MOV stainless steel with solid full tang.

The total length is 4.8 inches. This includes the G10 handle that provides ergonomic finger grooves for superior grip. It serves as a utility knife and combat-ready secondary weapon.

Because of its size, concealment for this EDC isn’t going to be a problem. The included swivel sheath clip attaches to your belt or a boot carrying setup.

You even get a neck chain for it to double (triple) as a neck knife!

SOG builds their knife line to outlast the competition, and they are proud to be U.S.-made.

Their name honors the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observation Group. It is the perfect easy pack EDC weapon.

7. Cold Steel Counter TAC Series Fixed Blade Boot Knife

Do you want a boot knife from a company dedicated to making the sharpest knives in the world? Cold Steel has been doing just that for over 30 years, and their counter TAC series is the result.

They designed Counter Tac to be as functional as possible with an ultra-sharp AUS 8A full tang blade. It comes in measuring at a 5-inch blade length and 9.5 inches overall.

The blade is vacuum heat treated, then sub-zero quenched. This gives you exceptional durability and strength.

The grip is textured to provide a comfortable and adaptable grip. So you won’t drop this boot knife even if you lose your primary weapon.

A Secure-Ex is a state-of-the-art sheath that can clip on a belt or your boot and lashing slots for a lace carry.

Final Thoughts

These superior knives are ideal for military and law enforcement applications. But it should be an everyday carry for survivalists, hunters, hikers, and peppers.

Do you feel well informed about how to wear a boot knife now? If so, that’s because our goal here at Skilled Survival is to help you Prepare, Adapt and Overcome!

“Just In Case” Jack

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This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The End of the American Dream. 

I have been watching the H5N1 bird flu for a very long time.  Many of my readers don’t even know this, but many years ago I actually had an entire website that was dedicated to tracking the latest news regarding bird flu.

Fortunately, H5N1 hasn’t been a significant threat for ages, but now it is back.  It is spreading very rapidly in birds in North America right now, and some experts are concerned that it could mutate into a version that could begin spreading easily in humans.  If that happens, it would make the COVID pandemic look like a bad joke in comparison, because the death rate for H5N1 in humans is extremely high.

Over the past several days, we have received some really troubling news about the spread of bird flu inside the United States.

For example, bird flu has now been detected in a “non-commercial backyard flock” in Suffolk County, New York.  The following comes from the official USDA website…

The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial backyard flock (non-poultry) in Suffolk County, New York.

Samples from the flock were tested at the Cornell University Animal Health Diagnostic Center, part of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, and confirmed at the APHIS National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa.

APHIS is working closely with state animal health officials in New York on a joint incident response. State officials quarantined the affected premises, and birds on the properties will be depopulated to prevent the spread of the disease. Birds from the flock will not enter the food system.

And the USDA is also telling us that bird flu has also popped up in the state of Maine for the first time…

Inspectors with a U.S. Department of Agriculture service have confirmed the presence of the avian influenza in what they describe as a “non-commercial backyard flock (non-poultry)” in Knox County.

Officials with the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) are now working with Maine animal health officials to quarantine the affected property.

In addition, we have just learned that  “a fourth commercial poultry flock in southern Indiana” has been hit…

Avian influenza has been detected in a fourth commercial poultry flock in southern Indiana, state officials said Saturday.

Laboratory testing of a second commercial flock of turkeys in Greene County has come back as presumptively positive for the virus, the Indiana State Board of Animal Health said. The samples are being verified at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Iowa.

Authorities are doing their best to try to prevent this outbreak from spreading, but it is clearly out of control at this point.

So far, bird flu has actually been detected in wild birds in a total of nine different states…

As of Saturday, over 240 wild birds in South and North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Georgia, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Delaware and Florida had been found to be infected with Eurasian H5 HPAI, with a number of cases specified as H5N1.

Poultry farmers are on high alert all over the nation, because a single case can often mean that an entire flock must be put down.

And the more we lose, the higher chicken prices will go.

But of much greater concern is the possibility that the virus could mutate and start spreading among humans…

“An increase in poultry outbreaks inevitably brings the virus into closer and more frequent proximity to humans, which is always a risk with viruses like influenza that can rapidly evolve,” Dr. Holly Shelton, head of the Influenza Viruses Group at The Pirbright Institute, told The Telegraph.

If H5N1 were to start spreading as widely as COVID has among humans, the death toll would be absolutely catastrophic.

Since 2003, more than half of all human cases of H5N1 have died…

Some 864 human infections and 456 deaths with the H5N1 subtype have been reported in 19 countries since 2003.

Over the past couple of years, there has just been one crisis after another, and we truly are in the midst of a “perfect storm”.

But a bird flu pandemic would definitely take things to an entirely new level.

So let us hope that this current outbreak can be brought under control, and let us hope that H5N1 doesn’t start spreading among humans any time soon.

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About the Author: My name is Michael Snyder and my brand new book entitled “7 Year Apocalypse” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book, I have written five other books that are available on Amazon.com including  “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”, “The Beginning Of The End”, “Get Prepared Now”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending digital copies as gifts through Amazon to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse Blog, End Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial, or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and anyway that you can share these articles with others is a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to ask Jesus to be your Lord and Savior today.

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