SJ Hardware’s MCS Shotgun Revival: SHOT Show 2026
At the center of the conversation is SJ’s MCS shotgun system, a concept that originally lived about 30 years ago and has now been quietly resurrected without much fanfare.
Agilite Gear: Expanded Goods for SHOT 2026
Agilite Gear expands their product offerings with state of the art gear sure to hit the mark. R&D pays off with quality gear.
5.11 Tactical “Low-Profile” Gear
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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
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The USMC Ka-Bar: 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.
Marine Corps History: 250 Years of Blood and Sand
10 November 2025 is the Marine Corps birthday. That’s 250 years of Marine Corps history; 250 years of stacking bodies. Yut!
The Guns of Sleepy Hollow
Tim Burton’s Sleepy Hollow is a Halloween favorite and over the top, except when it comes to the guns used throughout the film.
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A variety of fits for a variety of guns for a variety of optics for a variety of carry styles!
MagView S1 Spotting Scope Phone Mount
MAGVIEW has unveiled the MagView S1 and S1 Mini SYNC smartphone digiscoping adapters for spotting scopes. Here’s what we know.
Who is the Sheriff of Baghdad? John Shrek McPhee
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Achilles Heel Tactical: One-Day Firearms Training Delivers Measurable Results That Last
Achilles Heel Tactical’s one-day firearms training courses continue to set a new standard for shooters who want more than just range time. Designed to break through plateaus and replace outdated habits, these eight-hour training blocks focus on measurable performance...
Drone Wafare Brings Dramatic Change: Learn How
Do more than study drone warfare; see how drones affect law enforcement, and emergency management with their capabilities.
Star Wars Patches: 13 Morale Patches for Your Gear
Star Wars patches: They’ve been around pretty much since the beginning of the morale patch trend, but new ones appear constantly.
The Mossberg 990 Aftershock: A Shotgunner’s Take
Travis Pike gives us an update on the Mossberg 990 Aftershock and how it stacks up in the world of pistol grip shotguns.
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