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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning! Welcome to The Tradesman, a 5-minute newsletter tailored just for America’s tradesmen—presented by Grab Your Gear.
A company in New Jersey is making quality workwear that rivals Carhartt and comes with a life-long warranty. Read more about Heat Straps below, and check out their awesome products here.
Could you survive a bear attack with the Colt Kodiak shown below? Let us know in today’s poll!
🔫 Bullet Proof
The Newest “Bear-Defense” Handgun is Here
The newest edition of the Colt Kodiak “Big Bear” .44 revolver is here—in a slick, stainless steel finish that feels great in the hands and shoots like a charm.
Originally introduced in a limited run in 1993, the Kodiak received some recent upgrades including a smooth and predictable double-action trigger pull and all-weather grip for any environment.
To read a full review on the Kodiak, and see more photos, click here.
🚚 Truckin’ Along
Big Changes Coming to the 2027 GMC Sierra
The 2026 GMC Sierra is one of the best-selling trucks on the market—but a few significant changes are reportedly coming in next year’s model.
The 2026 iteration of the Sierra features a gas-only engine, while the 2027 model is rumored to feature hybrid technology, reportedly increasing the engine’s size from 5.3L to 5.7L.
Further, several exterior changes are set to come to the 2027 Sierra. You can see photos of next year’s model, and more information on the coming changes here.
Morning Meme
👀 You’ll Wanna See This
The Lesser-Known Carhartt You Should Know About
Many of you know and love Carhartt workwear, which is why we gave away a bundle not too long ago!
But one company in New Jersey is making extremely durable and comfortable workwear in that comes with a life-long warranty.
Check out a video review Heat Straps’ “Heavy Hooded Workhorse” jacket here.
The Goodie Bag
Milwaukee has confirmed 59 new tools coming in 2026, and this video ranks the best ones you’ll want to check out. (See Video)
If you think you’re athletic and are up for an incredible test, you’ll want to check out the Ultimate Mountain Competition that awards $20,000 to its winner. (See Competition)
A Montana man decided to donate his incredible 38,000-acre, $20 million ranch instead of selling it. (See Photos)
📰 In The News
Minnesota’s Childcare Fraud Story Develops
The Trump administration froze all childcare payments to Minnesota on Tuesday after reports of widespread fraud in the state’s childcare system.
One of the main childcare facilities reportedly receiving fraudulent government dollars featured in independent journalist Nick Shirley’s video was shut down last week, according to a Minnesota state official.
That didn’t stop the facility’s owner from making statements defending the business’s operation, including downplaying the misspelling of the now-notorious “Learing” center sign.
Shirley’s released another video addressing the business’s statements. You can see the video here.
POLL
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Has anyone you know caught the flu?
Yes - 50%
No - 50%
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