Crye to Buy: Crye Precision at SHOT 2026
There were a number of new garments available from Crye Precision at SHOT 2026, most an evolution of previous Crye Precision G3 designs.
Spiritus Systems LV120, the “Squirtle”, and Tactical Rugby Shirts
X-Pac material, the new LV120 Spiritus Plate Carrier, the Mk6 Chassis, the Mission tactical rugby shirt, and the Squirtle.
Waxed Cotton: What’s Old is New (and Won’t Kill You)
Waxed cotton has been used in snivel gear since before the Age of Sail. Not like the way Forgeline Solutions does it though. Read up.
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The Atropia Movie
The new Atropia movie is a satirical film set in the fictitious nation of Atropia, a part of DATE (the Decisive Action Training Environment).
Bullets and Barbed Wire: Combat Artist Kerr Eby at the Battle of Tarawa
The combat art of Kerr Eby is visceral, striking, and tragic – and possibly the most representative image of Marines in WWII (not just the Battle of Tarawa).
Battle of Hill 488: SSgt Jimmie Howard and 1st Recon Battalion
The Battle of Hill 488 is an integral part of Marine Reconnaissance lore. SSgt Jimmie Howard (MoH) and 16 others of the 1st Recon Battalion vs an NVA Division.
MARPAT Camouflage of the United States Marines Corps
Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage isn’t just digital and distinctive; it has become a recognizable, proprietary way of identifying U.S. Marines.
The USMC KaBar: 83 Years and Counting
The USMC KaBar is the most recognizable American knife ever. More than 80 years of service after its adoption, the Ka-Bar Marine knife remains a relevant symbol.
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Speed vs. Accuracy in the Revolutionary War
Unbelievable as it is, many European soldiers of the day were not taught to aim. They counted on massed volley musket fire and the bayonet. That’s not the case with the Continentals, who aimed not just their muskets but their rifles — to deadly effect.
The Colt New Police Revolver
The Colt New Police is not as sexy as the Python, the Anaconda, or the Cobra, but it is one of the first revolvers we can call modern.
Travis Pike on the Springfield Kuna
Travis Pike takes a look at the new Springfield Kuna braced pistol.
Colt King Cobra 22lr: High End Plinker
Nothing shoots as pinpoint quite as easily as a full-size rimfire pistol. While there are plenty of bull-barreled semi-autos to choose from, the alternative is a medium-frame revolver. The Ruger GP100 and Smith & Wesson 617 are two compelling ten-shot options, but...
Way Better Than the TL-122: Streamlight’s Sidewinder III
Streamlight’s Sidewinder III Adjustable anglehead flashlight is way better than the ole brass TL-122…but to be fair that was 100 years ago.
Tactical Edge & Armor Launches Killer Deal on Level III+ Steel Plates
Tactical Edge & Armor is running a limited time promotion on Level III+ AR500 steel plates in a single curve shooters cut.
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