0331 MOS – The Machine Gunner
The Marine MOS for Machine Gunner is 0331 and I’m here to feed M240s and chew bubble gum…and I’m all out of bubble gum.
Little Leadership Libraries: Vortex Nation Starts Here
The Vortex Optics recommended reading list is a great resource for leadership books and personal development books, no matter your profession.
The Sig SP2022: You Can Drop It
Before the Sig P320 and P365, the Sig SP2022 stood as the firm’s first polymer framed handgun and it is still a good buy today.
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Henry SPD Rifles: Leading With a New Take on American Classics
Appealing to a more diverse generation of shooters than ever before, Henry is doing something big with their new Special Products Division (SPD) guns. And I, for one, am here for it.
Ruger LCP Max: A Micro Compact 380
The Ruger LCP Max occupies the same footprint as the original in .380 ACP, but it now boasts double digit capacity.
New Handgun Lights: SHOT 2025
A number of new handgun lights (and other pistol light/laser attachments) were on display during SHOT Show 2025. Here’s a rundown of some.
Pistol Lights: Because PID is PFI
Some LEO agencies inexplicably still limit authorization of pistol lights to specialty units (too aggressive looking!) Some gun owners and CCW types continue to argue against the advantage of a pistol light for concealed carry for reasons...well, reasons -- other than...
Kershaw Tomahawk: the Siege
One of our contributing writers reviews the Kershaw Siege Tomahawk. He tells us he’s always wanted a tomahawk; who hasn’t?
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Reviewed: Black Rain Ordnance Urban BRO Spec 15
Today, our tactical hippie reviews the Urban BRO from Black Rain Ordnance. Basically, there’s no grey area with these rifles.
Reviewed: The Beretta 21A Bobcat .22 LR Pocket Pistol
The Beretta 21A, otherwise known as the Beretta Bobcat, is a stylish and manageable pocket pistol chambered in .22 LR. But is it good for defense?
UF PRO Introduces the Tropical Terrain STRIKER TT BDU
UF PRO proudly announces the launch of the Striker TT BDU, their lightest battle dress uniform crafted specifically for the challenges presented by tropical terrain. This innovative uniform incorporates fast-drying materials and ergonomic design features, ensuring...
Bleecker Street Publications and GAT Marketing Unite
Bleecker Street Publications has acquired GAT Marketing, combining forces to spearhead a new wave of growth and innovation.
MPX and MP5 | Compared
The MP5 has been the preeminent submachine gun for tactical applications for over thirty years. It has been unrivaled in terms of tactical functionality and usefulness and has been a favorite of tactical teams all over the world. In more recent times Sig Sauer...
Duck Hunter Camo – from Poland with love
Originally developed in 1942 as a standard camouflage pattern for US military forces, “frog skin” camo served mostly with the US Marines in the Pacific Theater. Although it was used for a while by some US Army combat units in Europe during the Normandy invasion, it...
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