Remember a book; older, maybe 25 years ago, 'A River runs Through It'? MacClean's short story spawned an era of outdoorsy 'Trout' decor, only the story really wasn't just about fishing, or mountains, or even stern father-types. It was, in a sense, a coming of age story, a story about things found, and things lost. Things that are worth protecting, because of the value we place upon them, whether it be a loved one's smile, a reputation, or even beer left in a cold mountain stream.
Following the 'Trout' era, we faced the era of the 'Duck'. Mallards were everywhere; towels, wallpaper, napkins, home & cabin furnishings, bed-sheets & pillow covers.
Eventually, the Duck ran his course, and the era of utilitarianism planted its heavy foot upon us. Chunky, no-frills utilitarianism produced scores of blisters and filled dens and kitchens with unsightly items of every use and achingly plain description and design.
Someone, name lost to time and Popular Science, modified utilitarianism by rounding the corners and softening the edges, and thus the 'ergonomic' era was born.
"So exactly what does this rambling introduction have to do with a gun shop nestled in a strip mall on Emory Road?" you might ask (should you still be reading).
Every era has its 'buzz-word' or object. Our time's buzz-word is 'Tactical'. Somewhat overused, I'm afraid. Tactical began as jargon for military grade: No non-sense, durable, reliable items one might count upon in an emergency. The other day, I noticed an advert for 'tactical underwear'. A situation requiring 'tactical grade' underwear doesn't sound like a great deal of fun, and in retrospect, maybe something that really shoulda been avoided to begin with.
Which brings me to Knoxville Tactical (you thought I'd forgotten, HA!!). Knox Tactical is chock full of items that fit perfectly the old definition of 'Tactical'. Things that would help one avoid situations in which 'Tactical Underwear' might be needed, wished for, or maybe even avoided altogether!
Heavy-duty, reliable items for home security and self defense. Durable clothes, concealed carry purses, durable and bright flashlights (made for real-world use and abuse), self-defense sprays, ammo, firearms, and a nice selection of safes, suitable for valuables OR firearm security.
There's at least two brands of what I call 'Apocalypse Foods' in stock; items with extended shelf-life, thus suitable for long-term storage until 'the unthinkable' might happen.
Knoxville Tactical is a source for suppressing devices (no they don't 'silence' gunfire), and will assist in the paperwork needed to legally possess these. And, no....there's no 'bump stocks' on the shelves. Knoxville Tactical hasn't ever stocked 'em, and never will.
Also there to assist in firearm repair or modification is one of the best gunsmiths in the nation, Mr Bob Howard. Bob is a wealth of information and advice on all firearm related items.
Oh, and Knoxville Tactical is 'pet friendly'!
While not a traditional outdoor 'sporting goods' venue, the staff stands ready to assist and advise in ALL things tactical. I've not encountered any staff inflicted with the terrible 'gun guru' condition that sometimes afflicts men who step behind a counter in a gun store.
AND....I've not come across any 'tactical underwear' on their shelves! read more