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.

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Can You Put a Pizza Box in Oven? (A Pizza Chef Weighs In)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. As an employee for multiple pizza restaurants, I’ve made an enumerable number of pizzas. …

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S30V vs. 20CV Knives | Which Is Better?

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. In this article, I’ll discuss all the factors that can help you decide between …

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5 Best Places To Buy Ferric Chloride (And Which Type To Get)

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. Here are the 5 best places to buy ferric chloride: For most folks, an …

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6 Substitutes for Guitar Strings That Actually Work

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. In this article, we will discuss the best substitute materials that you can use …

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The Best Bolt Grain for Crossbows

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The best grain for crossbow bolts is 400-450 (26-29 grams). Heavier grains will drop …

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The Best Grain for AR-15

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The Armalite Rifle is a great all-around firearm chambered most commonly in 5.56x45mm (0.21×1.7 …

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The Best Grain for .38 Special

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. For most applications, the best grain for .38 special is between 130-150, but lighter …

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The Best Grain for 5.56

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The best grain for 5.56x 44 mm NATO is between 55-grain and 62-grain. These …

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The Best Grain for Deer Hunting

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The best grain to use for deer hunting is generally in the range of …

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The Best Grain for 300 Ammo

This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated. The best grain for 300 Win Mag is around 150gr for target shooting. Hunters …

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