Articles by Thomas Phan
Articles by Thomas Phan


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Holiday Sales Black November Deals At Rainier Arms
Black November is here, and Rainier Arms is celebrating the season with unbeatable savings on the gear you’ve had your eye on all year. From cutting-edge firearms and premium parts to optics, suppressors, and accessories, our month-long event is your chance to upgrade your setup for less. Whether you’re building your next rifle or adding precision to your loadout, these limited-time deals are designed to keep you ahead of the game this holiday season. Don’t wait—when the month ends, so do the savings.

The Brand New Staccato 2011 HD C3.6 has arrived at Rainier Arms
Compact Frame, Full-Sized Confidence Designed for those who demand both concealability and confidence, the C3.6 features a shorter grip module and a weight-saving alloy frame—making it ideal for all-day carry. Despite its smaller dimensions, the pistol retains the signature 2011 ergonomics, balance, and shootability that Staccato is known for.


Rainier Arms 20th Anniversary Sale — Huge Savings All Week Long!
Rainier Arms is celebrating 20 years of innovation and community, and we’re kicking it off with an epic anniversary sale! From Monday at 12:00 AM through Sunday at 11:59 PM, enjoy massive discounts sitewide and unbeatable deals on your favorite categories.
Sitewide Savings
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12% Off Sitewide
(Discount automatically applied at checkout. Exclusions may apply.) Excludes Staccato,Taran Tactical Innovations Firearms, Nighthawk, Korth, Laugo Arms, Race City Defense, and Kustomworx.
Anniversary Category Specials
60% Off Select 9MM Barrels
Upgrade your pistol builds with precision 9MM barrels at an unbeatable price.
Shop 9MM Barrels
35% Off Select Barrels
Big savings on a wide range of barrels built for reliability and performance.
Shop Select Barrels
30% Off All Match Barrels
Dial in your accuracy with our trusted Match Barrels.
Shop Match Barrels
30% Off All Mountain Barrels
Lightweight and tough — the perfect barrels for your next adventure build.
Shop Mountain Barrels
25% Off All Ultramatch Barrels
The ultimate in precision and performance.
Shop Ultramatch Barrels
20% Off All Receivers (Uppers, Lowers & Sets)
Build your next rifle on a solid foundation.
Shop Receivers
20% Off All Red Dot Sights
Fast target acquisition at a price you can’t beat.
Shop Red Dots
20% Off Pistol Handgun Frames
Start your dream pistol build today.
Shop Frames
20% Off All Handguards
Style, performance, and comfort for every build.
Shop Handguards
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This is a one-weekend only event — once the clock runs out, these savings disappear. Whether you’re starting a fresh build, fine-tuning your competition rifle, or adding new optics, now’s the time to stock up.

My Everyday Carry (EDC): Why Medical Gear is a Must-Have
When it comes to Everyday Carry (EDC), most discussions center around firearms, knives, and flashlights. While these tools are essential, there’s one critical component that many people overlook—medical gear.

The Reality of Emergency Situations
Everyday carry is all about preparedness. While carrying a handgun is an important personal defense measure, statistically, you're far more likely to need medical supplies than to draw your firearm in self-defense. Whether it’s a car accident, a workplace injury, or an unforeseen medical emergency, having the right first-aid gear in your EDC loadout can be life-saving. Seeing people post their EDC setups online without any medical gear genuinely frustrates me because it’s a crucial aspect of true preparedness.
My Personal EDC Loadout
For my latest setup, I’ve chosen to carry the Dan Wesson DWX Compact, fitted with an Impact Machine optic plate for my Trijicon RMR HD and a Streamlight TLR-7 HLX. To enhance performance, I also installed DPM Systems Recoil Reduction springs. This setup is holstered in my custom Legacy Firearms LIGHT BEARING HYPERION (IWB). One new addition I decided to try is the Ulti Clips, which provide a more secure grip onto my belt compared to traditional plastic clips. So far, I’m impressed with their stability. As far as a hand held light, my Cloud Defensive MCH 2.0 has worked flawlessly, except for the tail cap being shot a couple of months ago. Cloud Defensive customer service was helpful and sent me out a brand new one and got it back up and running. For my knife of choice, the Sniper Blade Works LPC has been a rugged non-negotiable in my EDC kit. Hefty heavy-duty blade and a comfortable, perfect contour handle for a sturdy grip. Perfect ergonomics for your hand.

Carrying Medical Gear: A Non-Negotiable
My Spiritus Systems Big Fanny Pack serves as the perfect storage for my LTD Creed EDC Medical Pouch and Stach-X EDC pouch, along with other essentials like my Ridge Wallet, Jello Sauce, Cloud Defensive MCH EDC light, and Sniper Blade Works LPC. Here’s what I keep in my med kit:
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Chest seal
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Compressed gauze
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Hemostatic dressing
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Nitrile gloves
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Various cleaning/prep aides
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Bandages
Additionally, my Stach-X pouch carries small medical essentials such as:
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Various medications
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Burn gel
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Small bandages
I love how the Stach-X pouch secures via Velcro inside my pack, taking up minimal space while allowing me to carry a wide variety of necessary items. As the saying goes, it’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

Be Prepared: Upgrade Your EDC
If your EDC setup lacks medical gear, it’s time to reconsider. Having a well-rounded loadout means being prepared for all potential emergencies, not just self-defense scenarios. Explore top-tier EDC medical gear, holsters, and accessories today at RainierArms.com and make sure your everyday carry is truly complete.












