The Historical Value of Military Memorabilia
By Vegim Krelani Pick up a worn helmet from a long time ago. Really hold it. Feel the dents....
Company Spotlight: Surplus Soldier from WhatNot
*This article is a highlight of the YouTube interview between Kyle MacNall and Steven Ibrahim, the owner of Surplus...
Product Review: The PetVet Medic Bag from Petvet Products
By Dale Golla If you’re involved in the military, tactical, or work gear industry, you’ve likely encountered a wide...
Should You Carry Collectibles?
By Diane Crosby You have heard of buyer’s regret. One of the most profound cases of non-buyer’s regret I...
Cheap Outdoor Gear vs Quality Equipment
By Nick Mann Here’s the scenario. A customer walks into your store looking for outdoor equipment and they’re faced...
Company Spotlight: An Interview with Surplus Soldier from WhatNot
*This article is a highlight of the YouTube interview between Kyle MacNall and Steven Ibrahim, the owner of Surplus...
Understanding Your Retail Customers: Beyond the Basics
By Russell Phillips Ask any small retail owner who their customers are and you’ll get an answer right away....
Adapt to Gen A & Z Buyer Influence
By Benjamin Roussey A profound shift is occurring in the consumer landscape. Two generations that grew up with phones...
Experience + Innovation
By Diane Crosby Conventional wisdom would tell us that experience should be the best teacher when working in a...
The Battle of Iwo Jima: Valor in a Sea of Volcanic Ash
By Vegim Krelani Some battles shape strategy, and others shape identity. Iwo Jima was both. It was not just...
New Year, New Gear: Must-Have Surplus Gear for 2026
By Nick Mann With the new year here, many customers will be looking to upgrade their military surplus gear...
Navigating through the Trade Barriers and Tariffs
By Vegim Krelani In a world where supply chains span continents, where raw materials might originate in Asia, be...
Expand Globally with Low-Risk Drop Shipping
By Benjamin Roussey Expanding into international markets has traditionally required significant investment, logistical planning and upfront risk. Retailers had...
Product Review: BranditWear M-51 U.S. Parka
There are a few things in this...