5.11 Tactical “Low-Profile” Gear
A stop at the 5.11 Tactical booth at SHOT Show is always less about flashy product reveals and more about trajectory, indicating where the brand is heading and who it’s building gear for next.
Safariland Retention Holster Options: When Overkill is Just Right
The 6354RDSO and 6360RDS retention holster models are used here to compare some of the “retainiest” rigs available from Safariland holsters.
Running the Gamut: The Vertx Gamut Line Gets Even Better
The Vertx Gamut backpack series is what happens when a company actually listens to ten years of user feedback instead of just slapping a new zipper on an old design, calling it “Next Gen” and upping the price by another 99 bucks.
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PSA Olcan: JAKL Bullpup
The PSA Olcan is a bullpup configuration JAKL rifle. If you hate bullpups, you either don't care or you're already making fun of it. If you do like bullpups, you probably have a tingle in your britches. And that's okay. I like the idea of a JAKL bullpup, too....
Gen 6 Glock Conjecture: Supposition and Speculation No Longer
There’s a lot of speculation and more than a little supposition about the Gen 6 Glock series. Here are some thoughts about some thoughts.
DEATHSTALKER 2025: a Sorcerous Sh!t Show
In the grand tradition of such epic, extraordinary, totally not terrible movies as The Sword of Sorcerer and Krull comes Deathstalker 2025.
The DMR-MBR Build: Your Other “Go To” Gun
The venerable AR can fill a lot of roles very well. That or Designated Marksman Rifle or Battle Rifle not as much. How about a DMR-MBR combo?
Black Friday Gun Deals and Tactical Gear Sales 2025
Don’t buy junk and damn sure don’t overpay. We’ve compiled the best 2025 Black Friday gun deals and tactical sales from the best tactical brands.
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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.
The Star 30M Pistol: Spain’s Post-Franco Service Pistol
Travis Pike takes a look at the recently imported Star 30M 9mm pistol, Spain’s take on the Wonder Nine platform.
5.11 Tactical Load Up 22″ Carry On 45L – Review
Find out why the 5.11 Load up 22” Carry On is the ideal choice for travelers seeking durability and size.
The External Ballistics of the .350 Legend Cartridge
The .350 Legend is a popular hunting cartridge where straight-walled rifle rounds are required. But how far is too far with the .350?
DIY Holster Wrap Guide: Fun With Camo Cordura
A DIY Holster Wrap how to guide for that Safariland look on a budget. Make those old boring black holsters cool again with Camo Cordura.
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