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Logitech G604 Review: The Mouse Logitech Should Never Have Discontinued

Marketed to gamers, built for professionals. The G604 LIGHTSPEED filled a gap in the productivity mouse market that still exists today -- and people are still hunting them on the used market to prove it.

By Brian J.  ·  Original Review  ·  2026
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Logitech G604 LIGHTSPEED
Tech · Desk
Original Review

Logitech G604 Review: The Mouse Logitech Should Never Have Discontinued

A discontinued productivity powerhouse that Logitech mislabeled as a gaming mouse. The infinite scroll, app-specific profiles, and six-button thumb cluster made it irreplaceable.

Brian J.2026
Eureka Mignon Notte Modified
Coffee · Gear
Original Review

Modified Eureka Mignon Notte Espresso Grinder Review

The workflow build that changed everything. ARO dial, FusedLine funnel, and Cremaloop base transformed a capable grinder into something personal.

Brian J.2026
Helikon Numbat Chest Pack
Outdoor · Modular
Original Review

Why the Chest Pack Trend Actually Makes Sense: Helikon-Tex Numbat Small

A compact, modular chest pack tested through hikes and a canoe trip. It keeps gear accessible without the bulk of a full backpack.

Brian J.2026
Edifier M60 Speakers
Tech · Desk
Original Review

Edifier M60 Speakers Review — Small Footprint, Serious Sound

The desk audio upgrade that just works. Clean design, balanced sound, consistent performance.

Brian J.2026
Eclipse Sirius Holster
Firearms · EDC
Original Review

Eclipse Sirius Holster Review — Glock 19 + TLR-7 Series

Recon Monsoon pattern, DCC monoblock. A Glock 19 with a light that actually conceals — without needing a claw.

Brian J.2026
Hario Switch Review
Coffee · Gear
Original Review

Hario Switch Review — The Pour-Over Upgrade You Didn't Know You Needed

V60 clarity meets French press body. Immersion, percolation, or hybrid brewing. The brewer that changes how you think about pour-over.

Brian J.2026
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Wilson Combat Protector AR-15
Firearms · AR-15
Guns.com

Wilson Combat Protector AR-15 Review

A full field evaluation of Wilson Combat's entry-level rifle — and why entry-level means something very different when Wilson Combat sets the spec.

Guns.com2022
Concealed Carry Essentials
EDC · Carry
Guns.com

Concealed Carry Essentials — And Why They're Essential

The gear that rounds out a serious carry setup, and the reasoning behind each choice. Beyond the gun.

Guns.com2022
Lone Wolf TWC3
Firearms · Pistols
Guns.com

Lone Wolf TWC3 — Not a Glock, Built Like One

Lone Wolf's complete pistol steps out of Glock's shadow. Does it stand on its own merits, or only make sense inside the Glock ecosystem?

Guns.com2022
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19 articles — firearms, tactical gear, EDC, tech, coffee, and outdoor equipment.

Logitech G604 LIGHTSPEED
Tech · Desk
Logitech G604 Review: The Mouse Logitech Should Never Have Discontinued
A discontinued productivity powerhouse mislabeled as a gaming mouse. The infinite scroll, app-specific profiles, and six-button thumb cluster made it irreplaceable.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Eureka Mignon Notte Modified
Coffee · Gear
Modified Eureka Mignon Notte Espresso Grinder Review
A personalized single-dose workflow build. ARO dial, FusedLine funnel, and Cremaloop base transformed a capable grinder into something tailored exactly to daily use.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Helikon Numbat Chest Pack
Outdoor · Modular
Why the Chest Pack Trend Actually Makes Sense: Helikon-Tex Numbat Small
A compact, modular chest pack tested through hikes and a canoe trip. It keeps gear accessible without the bulk of a full backpack.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Edifier M60 Speakers
Tech · Desk
Edifier M60 Speakers Review — Small Footprint, Serious Sound
The desk audio upgrade that just works. Clean design, balanced sound, consistent performance.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Eclipse Sirius Holster
Firearms · EDC
Eclipse Sirius Holster Review — Glock 19 + TLR-7 Series
Recon Monsoon pattern, DCC monoblock. A Glock 19 with a light that actually conceals — without needing a claw.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Hario Switch Review
Coffee · Gear
Hario Switch Review — The Pour-Over Upgrade You Didn't Know You Needed
V60 clarity meets French press body. Immersion, percolation, or hybrid brewing. The brewer that changes how you think about pour-over.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Streamlight TLR Comparison
Firearms · EDC
Streamlight TLR-1 HL vs HLX vs TLR-7 HLX — Stop Overthinking Your Weapon Light
Real-world comparison of three Streamlight TLRs. Candela vs lumens explained. What actually matters for home defense and carry.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Keychron K5 Max
Tech · Desk
Keychron K5 Max — The Keyboard I Didn't Expect to Stick With
Full-size low-profile, Gateron Browns, 2.4GHz wireless. Tested daily for work and writing. It's like butta.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Helikon-Tex Level 7 Jacket
Tactical · Outerwear
Helikon-Tex Level 7 Jacket — Duty-Grade Warmth That Packs Down
Tested in single-digit temperatures and snow. Puffer-level warmth with a far more durable shell. A cold-weather layer built for real use.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Helikon-Tex Urban Courier Bag
Tactical · EDC Bags
Helikon-Tex Urban Courier Bag Large — The Covert Carry Commuter
Modular guts, 16-inch laptop support, and a stability strap that actually solves the messenger bag problem. Reviewed fully loaded for a real workday.
Observe/Report Original
★ Own
Wilson Combat Protector AR-15
Firearms · AR-15
Wilson Combat Protector AR-15 Review
Wilson Combat's entry-level rifle evaluated in the field. When the price tag is this high, every detail gets scrutinized.
Guns.com
KelTec KS7
Firearms · Shotguns
KelTec KS7 Pump-Action Shotgun Review
KelTec's bullpup pump-action is compact and unconventional. A hands-on look at whether it delivers where it counts.
Guns.com
Ruger EC9S
Firearms · CCW
Ruger EC9S — The Budget Concealed Carry Case
Can a sub-$300 pistol be a serious everyday carry option? Ruger's slim 9mm makes a compelling argument.
Guns.com
Lone Wolf TWC3
Firearms · Pistols
Lone Wolf TWC3 — Not a Glock, Built Like One
Lone Wolf's complete pistol steps out of Glock's shadow. Does it stand on its own merits?
Guns.com
Glock 19 vs Sig P365 XL
Firearms · CCW
Glock 19 vs Sig P365 XL — Why They Dominate Concealed Carry
Two of the most carried pistols in America, compared head to head.
Guns.com
Concealed Carry Essentials
EDC · Carry
Concealed Carry Essentials — And Why They're Essential
The gear that rounds out a serious carry setup, and the reasoning behind each choice. Beyond the gun.
Guns.com
Why Is Glock So Popular
Firearms · Pistols
Why Is Glock So Popular?
An honest look at why a blocky Austrian pistol became the default handgun for law enforcement, military, and civilians worldwide.
Guns.com
Glock 43X
Firearms · CCW
Glock 43X — Why It Remains So Popular
Years after launch, the 43X still moves. What keeps Glock's slim double-stack at the top of the CCW conversation?
Guns.com
S&W M&P 45 M2.0
Firearms · Pistols
Police Trade-In S&W M&P 45 M2.0 Review
A duty pistol with a history, available at a fraction of its original price. Whether the trade-in market is worth it — tested and answered.
Guns.com
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