Richard Johnson

Florida, United States

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Richard Johnson is an American author, editor and entrepreneur. A former police officer and trainer, he left public service and founded Tac6 Media, LLC.

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Articles

Tasmanian Tiger TAC Modular SW Pack 25 Review

1 week ago | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

April 18th, 2025 8 minute read In today’s article, Richard Johnson reviews the Tasmanian Tiger TAC Modular Pack 25. Designed for low-profile use, the backpack has a surprising number of tactical features in what might pass as a camping or hiking pack. But, how does it perform? That’s what the author sets out to discover.
Why Choose the XD Mod.3 for Home Defense?

2 weeks ago | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

April 7th, 2025 7 minute read Home defense is one of the most common reasons given when someone buys a gun. Like any tools, different guns can be suited for different purposes. So, if you are looking for a home defense gun, what should you buy? There are a lot of great firearms on the market.
Christmas Gifts for Gun Lovers & Outdoors Enthusiasts

Nov 29, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

November 29th, 2024 10 minute read Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the gun enthusiast, hunter or outdoorsman in your life? At The Armory Life, we all have our favorite gift ideas. We’ve combined them into this list to offer you some ideas for this holiday season.
Thanksgiving with the Troops

Nov 28, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

November 28th, 2024 7 minute read Thanksgiving, as many of us understand it, is a uniquely American holiday. While the tradition predates the founding of this country, it has been an important part of our culture for as long as any of us can remember.
Streamlight TLR-7 X Sub USB Review

Nov 15, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

November 15th, 2024 8 minute read In this article, Richard Johnson reviews the Streamlight TLR-7 X Sub USB weapon mounted light. Tactical flashlights have gotten brighter and smaller. But is all of that extra light actually useful?
Training vs. Experience — Why Criminals Can Still Win - The Armory Life

Nov 7, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

November 7th, 2024 10 minute read Is there any practical difference between training and experience when it comes to self-defense? Would surviving a single street fight be as helpful as years of martial arts training? Do hours on the range translate to increased survival more than competition shooting or even hunting might?
Springfield Armory XD Mod.3 Review

Sep 30, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

October 1st, 2024 8 minute read In today’s article, Richard Johnson reviews the Springfield Armory XD Mod.3 pistol. This new 9x19mm Parabellum handgun is an evolution of the original XD line with new features and an amazing MSRP: $325. At that price, can it perform? The XD Mod.3 was loaned to the author by Springfield Armory.
SureFire X300 Turbo Review

Aug 21, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

August 21st, 2024 9 minute read In this SureFire X300 Turbo review, Richard Johnson brings a critical eye from his many years as a street cop and law enforcement instructor to one of the best-known brands in tactical illumination.
Safariland 6360RDS Review: Best Echelon Duty Holster?

Aug 16, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Randall Wilson |Richard Johnson |Massad Ayoob

August 16th, 2024 6 minute read In this Safariland 6360 review, veteran cop Randall Wilson tests the Springfield Armory duty holster. When it comes to duty rigs, a superior retention holster is a must for law enforcement officers. Safariland is well-known for making gear for police officers, but does this one measure up?
Martin PBM Mariner — The Flying Boat Patrol Bomber - The Armory Life

Jul 27, 2024 | thearmorylife.com | Richard Johnson

July 27th, 2024 16 minute read Nervously, Herbert “Johnny” Johnson scanned the night sky from a cramped position in his Martin PBM Mariner. The flight over the Sea of Japan was relatively short, but they were flying alone through a war zone, and the enemy had proven to be tougher and better equipped than many of them anticipated.