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Humidity Control Matters: A Guide to Laboratory Air Dryers

Humidity Control Matters: A Guide to Laboratory Air Dryers

Humidity levels impact everything from the accuracy of experiments to the longevity of expensive equipment in a lab. Laboratory environments are meant to be controlled. Too much moisture? Expect condensation, calibration nightmares, and potentially some spectacular short circuits. Too little? Some materials might not cure properly, and biological samples could degrade before their time. The…

US Army Surplus Field Gear: What to Look for, Where to Get

US Army Surplus Field Gear: What to Look for, Where to Get

U.S. military contracts can be cumbersomely large things. Oftentimes, the government over-budgets for what it needs, ends up with way too much, and then sells the extra product (or releases the manufacturer to sell it) back to the civilian market, secondhand, as US army surplus. Strictly speaking, surplus comes from production that was intended for…

4 Compelling Reasons Repro Military Uniforms Are Actually Mo

4 Compelling Reasons Repro Military Uniforms Are Actually Mo

Whether you’re a collector, an educator, or a reenactor, your use for a reproduction military uniform may be better than your use for an original. It might seem like an original makes a better investment at first thought (since they can appreciate in value) but there are actually many good reasons that reproductions make practical…

Why Vape Shops Should Buy RAW Papers Wholesale

Why Vape Shops Should Buy RAW Papers Wholesale

Vape shops have long been the go-to destination for vaping enthusiasts, offering everything from disposable vapes to high-end mods, e-liquids, and accessories. However, diversifying product offerings is key to staying competitive in any market. One simple yet highly effective way for vape shop owners to boost sales and attract a broader customer base is by…

How to Transform Your Apartment into a Demon Slayer-Inspired

How to Transform Your Apartment into a Demon Slayer-Inspired

If you’re a Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba fan who’s living alone and setting up your small city apartment, you know it’s more than just picking out furniture. It’s about creating a space that feels like home—while reflecting your personality and the manga series that lights up your life. For collectors and cosplay lovers, Tanjiro…

What Is a Shirasaya? Behind the “Wooden Handle” Katana

What Is a Shirasaya? Behind the “Wooden Handle” Katana

Traditionally, the construction of a katana has been such that the tang (nakago) slipped through a ferrule (habaki) then through a spacer (seppa) then through the guard (tsuba) and back through another spacer before fitting into a slot in the tsuka, or hilt. The tang was secured in the tsuka with a peg known as…