Recondo – The Long-range RECONnaissance commanDO
Discover the history and legacy of the Recondo School, a specialized infantry training program that traces its roots to WWII.
Colt Monitor – BAR Evolved
The Colt Monitor (R80 Machine Rifle) was a modified BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle) adopted by the FBI and other law enforcement agencies.
Salt Supply s2 Less Lethal Handgun: Full Review
When people talk about self-defense, they usually think of firearms. Guns offer a high level of protection, but not every situation calls for lethal...
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Salomon Speed Assault 2 Boots: A Review
Fifty Shades of FDE gives us the rundown on the Salamon Speed Assault 2 boots. These lightweight and grippy boots are ideal for daily work.

Gun Cleaning Kit(s) and Maintenance | SHOT Show 2024
Cleanliness is next to godliness or something like that. In the end, a well-cleaned and maintained gun can at least help you not meet your god. We checked out some of the new and interesting cleaning and maintenance items from the SHOT Show floor and wanted to bring...

The Figurines of Wondrous Power
Magic items come in all forms, they can be small objects or whole sentient beings. Figurines of Wondrous Power are both.

RavenCrest Tactical: Blades Galore
We've got a company here we'd like to shed a little more light on (if you don't know them already); allow us to introduce you to RavenCrest Tactical. RavenCrest is a group of knifemakers out of Mesa, Arizona, with a desire to give the 'world's greatest tool, the...

Year of the Pocket Light | SHOT Show 2024
A snapshot of pocket lights from Shot Show 2024.
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Heads Up: The History of Military Helmet Covers
Helmet covers double to protect the helmet and further camouflage the wearer. Follow along as we explore the history of helmet covers.

The 9mm Makarov Cartridge: MilSurp Monday
Follow along as we explore how the Soviets arrived at the 9mm Makarov round and how it stacks up to other pistol rounds today.

Sympathy for the Devil by Kent Anderson: A Worthy Read
What Sympathy for the Devil did for me was cement my desire to join the United States Army and enter the world that Kent Anderson had described so well. Over my 21 years of service, a copy of this book has gone with me.
It’s a remarkable book that deserves a read.

Vertx Backpack: Ready Pack 2.0
Prior to SHOT Show, some of our team members received the Vertx Ready Pack 2.0 for traveling to and around the show. Here are their thoughts.

Bear & Son Gold Rush Bowie: A Fitting Fighting Knife
The Bear & Son Gold Rush Bowie is blade that is nimble, useful, and tastefully pays tribute to a great fighting knife with the same time-tested features that more knife-toters could stand to appreciate.