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IWI ARAD 5 – Military Heritage

Several years ago, IWI released the ARAD. A rifle designed and dedicated to military use. Since its launch, this rifle has proven itself to be a serious battle rifle. Now,...

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Accessories Suppressors & Silencers

Elite Iron Thud Lite L — Experience Breeds Excellence In Suppression

If I challenged you to name three to five suppressor companies right now, I could likely tell you some of the names you’d mention. If I further challenged you to...

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5 Best New 1911 Pistols

It’s not very often that you see anything that just gets it right the first time. However, the 1911 design by John Moses Browning did just that. As a result,...

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The SAINT Gear Pack – From Springfield

There is one common thread amongst all gun owners. Once a gun is purchased, accessories are quick to follow. While some people enjoy the shopping and comparing, most people would...

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Magnetic Gun Mounts: Do They Actually Work? A Hands-on Review of the Armotech 3.0 Magnetic Mount

Whether it is inside the waistband, appendix, or ankle carry, it is fundamental to recognize that holstering a firearm while driving can introduce several downsides. Since you are in a...

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Home Defense Planning: Hardening Your Home for Success.

Planning Your Home Defense: Preparing for What We Do Know

By Joel T. Nadler • April 10, 2026

Protection Against Nature’s Slithering Serpents: Snake Protection for the Trail

By Athlon Outdoors • April 10, 2026

VP9CC Micro-Compact – New from HK

By Fred Mastison • April 9, 2026

1911 Magazines: Understanding How They Work, or Don’t.

Reload!: How Different Magazines Affect the Performance of a 1911

By Mitch Eckler • April 9, 2026

Winter Gear Success: What Really Worked!

By Athlon Outdoors • April 9, 2026

A Valid Tactic? The Iraqi Reload

By Athlon Outdoors • April 9, 2026

The Springfield M1A National Match

By Fred Mastison • April 8, 2026

.380 ACP Meat Test: How Did the Defensive Round Do on Deer Meat?

Meat Test: Deer Meat, Old Clothes, and the Efficacy of .380 ACP Hollow Points

By Frank Jardim • April 8, 2026

The Civet 12 – Mag Fed Madness

By Athlon Outdoors • April 8, 2026

LEFTY Silencer – New From Q

By Fred Mastison • April 7, 2026

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Athlon Untamed

What Makes a Turkey Gun? Putting it All Together

By Athlon Outdoors • April 10, 2026

Salty Rayne: The Story Behind an Ocean Conservation Initiative

By Athlon Outdoors • April 9, 2026

Etsy’s Fur Ban Could Reshape Trapping Economy

By Megan Postol • April 8, 2026

Field Edge Setups: Using Decoys to Pull Gobblers Out of Open Ground

By Athlon Outdoors • April 8, 2026

Skillset Magazine

Skillset Magazine

Johnnie Walker Red Soul – Scotch Light

By Fred Mastison • April 10, 2026

From Pocket to Impact in Seconds: The CRKT Provoke X Morphing Axe

By Reuben Bolieu • April 9, 2026

Know Where You Stand: Practicing Situational Awareness

By Athlon Outdoors • April 9, 2026

Off-Road Luxury: Which High-End Expedition Vehicle is Right For You?

By Tiffanie Kluchnik • April 8, 2026

Tactical Knives

Tactical Knives

Thoughtful Execution: The Lucky Walusiak Meschach Offers Sleek Functionality

By Mitch Eckler • April 7, 2026

Battlefield Perfection: The MKC V24 Dagger Channels a WWII Icon

By Michael D'Angona • April 5, 2026

Multitool Giant, Leatherman, Enters the Fixed Blade Market

By Jim Cobb • April 3, 2026

From Utility to Artistry: Versatile Uses for Sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe Knives

By Reuben Bolieu • April 1, 2026

Videos

Nocpix QUEST S50R: See Everything, Miss Nothing

By Ballistic Staff • April 4, 2026

Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C — The COA Edition

By Sean Utley • April 1, 2026

eXperior Elite Commander Double Stack

By Fred Mastison • March 31, 2026

Inside Spohr HQ, Großmaischeid, Germany

By Mitch Eckler • March 29, 2026

Beretta A300 Ultima Competition Shotgun

By Kenzie Fitzpatrick • March 25, 2026

Rock River Arms RBG-1S — RRA’s Depature From The AR

By Sean Utley • March 22, 2026

Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F COA

By Fred Mastison • March 17, 2026

Mossberg 990 Aftershock: Ultimate Defensive 12-GA

By Personal Defense World • March 15, 2026

SA-35 4″ 9mm – New from Springfield Armory

By Fred Mastison • April 7, 2026

Must-Have Gear for Your Next Urban Exploring Adventure

By Athlon Outdoors • April 7, 2026

The B5 Systems Type 23 Grip Is Pretty Cool, Actually

By P.E. Fitch • April 7, 2026

KJI K950 Carbon-Fiber Tripod

By Fred Mastison • April 6, 2026

Without question, shooting from a support is infinitely more accurate than shooting offhand. While bags and natural supports are helpful, a good tripod rules the day. This is the truth...

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Frankenstein Model 19 Rimfire

By Mike Detty • April 6, 2026

I’ve always been a huge fan of the Smith and Wesson K-frame revolvers. No other revolver fits my hand as well as Smith’s medium-size frame. Over the years, I’ve owned plenty...

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Beretta 20X Bobcat: An Evolution of the .22LR 21A.

The .22LR 21A Evolved: Beretta Unleashes the 20X Bobcat in .22 LR

By Tim Stetzer • April 6, 2026

Back when I first turned 21, a Beretta 950BS Jetfire was one of my first carry guns. The 950BS was Beretta’s diminutive .25 ACP. It was single-action only and had...

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When Accuracy Matters – Reliable Weather Information Sources

By Athlon Outdoors • April 6, 2026

Langdon’s Timeless Inside-The-Waistband CCW Holster

By Fred Mastison • April 5, 2026

Old West’s Weapons – Design Duds

By Evin Galbraith • April 5, 2026