Jim James

Jim James Jr. is the founder of SurvivalFreedom.com and the author of over 1,500 in-depth guides on survival, preparedness, and practical problem-solving. With a background in history, research, and real-world testing, Jim breaks down complex topics into clear, actionable advice. He is a published author and expert on the outdoors and survivalism.
From food storage to firearm maintenance to fixing things around the house, Jim helps readers stay self-reliant with solutions that actually work—no fluff, just facts.

9mm semi-auto pistol with tritium sight

The 9 Best Quality Night Sight Brands

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. In this article, I help you uncover the difference between various types of night …

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How To Prevent Toilet Water From Splashing | The Best Way

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. It can be gross to get toilet splashback on you, especially if you are …

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Choosing the Best Ammo for the Hi-Point 9mm

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The Hi-Point 9C will take any 9mm ammunition you throw at it, so finding …

Woman Having Trouble Putting In Contact Lenses

How To Tell if Contacts Are in the Wrong Eye

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. Having worn contact lenses for many years, I can tell you that there is …

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Is Motor Oil Good for Guns? (And Should You Try It?)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. This article will explore whether motor oil is good for guns and if you …

Tanaka 2 Stroke Oil Bottle

2 Cycle Oil Substitute (Is There One?)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. This article will discuss some of the most popular two-cycle oil substitutes to help …

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The Effective Ham Radio Range (And How To Increase It)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. This article explores the various elements of ham radio and how to cover much …

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What Size Generator Do You Need To Run a Furnace?

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. There are many factors to keep in mind when choosing a generator for a …

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How Long Gas Lasts (And How To Make It Last Longer)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. When stored correctly, gas lasts for up to six months before oxidation and degradation …

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Sheath vs. Scabbard: What’s the Difference?

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The difference between a sheath and a scabbard is the type of blade they …

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