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Scopeswitch 2.0: A Smarter Way to Run an LPVO

For years, the only answer to quickly changing the magnification level on a Low Power Variable Optic (LPVO) has been to add a throw lever. I remember the days when the...

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The Super-Rare Devel Gammon Custom Competition Colt 1911

When Charles W. Kelsey quit Formula One racing for Chevrolet in England, he never dreamed that he would reinvent aspects of the Colt 1911 the world had ever seen. In the late 1970s, Kelsey named his company “DEVEL” (an...

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Guns Handguns Semi-Automatic Handguns

Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C — The COA Edition

Of all the firearms one owns, the carry pistol may be the most beloved. Not just any carry pistol. Your carry pistol. I’ve learned over the years that when you...

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eXperior Elite Commander Double Stack

Several years ago, I heard whispers of a new gun coming out of Wilson Combat’s secret lab. At the Athlon Outdoors Rendezvous, a few months later, I got an early...

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Guns Lever Action Rifles

Old School vs. New Steel: The Marlin 336 Showdown

Few lever action rifles are as iconic as the Marlin 336, particularly when paired with the .30-30 Winchester cartridge. Marlin has produced a rifle in that cartridge since it debuted all...

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LeMat Revolver – Before the Judge

By Fred Mastison • April 3, 2026

SAR USA SAR9 Gen3: Affordable 9mm Performance.

Affordable 9mm Performance: The Feature-Rich SAR9 Gen3 from SAR USA

By Karen Hunter • April 3, 2026

Emergency Communications – The 3-3-3 Plan

By Athlon Outdoors • April 3, 2026

AXIO 9mm – From Shadow Systems

By Fred Mastison • April 3, 2026

CAT 4 Storm Rifles and EOS Suppressors – From US Palm

By Fred Mastison • April 2, 2026

P-40 Classic Gen.3 Tactical Pants – From UF PRO

By Fred Mastison • April 2, 2026

Flip-Open Field Guides: An Excellent Addition To Your Bushcraft Library

By Athlon Outdoors • April 2, 2026

The Kokoda – I Want It To Work

By Athlon Outdoors • April 2, 2026

Reflection Dry Backpack – From Alps Mountaineering

By Fred Mastison • April 1, 2026

Kinetic Development Group Optic Hub

By Fred Mastison • April 1, 2026

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Athlon Untamed

New York Releases Bear Harvest Numbers

By Megan Postol • April 3, 2026

On the Hunt For Nest Predators in South Georgia

By Megan Postol • April 2, 2026

Kings Camo Debuts Hunting Pack Line

By Megan Postol • April 1, 2026

The Key To Harvesting Turkeys, According to the Experts

By Athlon Outdoors • April 1, 2026

Skillset Magazine

Skillset Magazine

Multitool Giant, Leatherman, Enters the Fixed Blade Market

By Jim Cobb • April 3, 2026

Kitchen Knife Skills 101

By Reuben Bolieu • April 2, 2026

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

By Reuben Bolieu • April 1, 2026

The Iraq Ground Offensive: Yep, it Sucked

By Morgan Lerette • March 31, 2026

Tactical Knives

Tactical Knives

Street Smarts: Opening Your Folding Knife with Inertial Energy

By Michael Janich • March 30, 2026

An American Icon Blazes Out in Disgrace – The Fall of Bark River Knives

By Jim Cobb • March 26, 2026

The Smock Rocks! Spyderco Releases a DLT Exclusive Edition Smock

By Jim Cobb • March 24, 2026

DIY: Making a “Drone” Training Knife to Match Your EDC Defensive Knife

By Michael Janich • March 20, 2026

Videos

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

Seasoned Media Creator Enters The World Of Competitive Shooting — Updated

By Alex Landeen • March 13, 2026

CZ Shadow 2 Compact: Competition DNA in a Carry-Ready Package

By Combat Handguns • March 12, 2026

SAR USA 109T: Compact 9mm Pistol with Subgun DNA

By Personal Defense World • March 8, 2026

The Simple Bucksaw: Survival Camp Tool Extraordinaire

By Athlon Outdoors • April 1, 2026

Ruger 250th Anniversary Series

By Fred Mastison • March 31, 2026

.380 ACP for Defense: Practicalities of the Round for Self-Defense.

Is It Time to Downsize? Examining the Pros of the .380 ACP for Defense

By Will Dabbs MD • March 31, 2026

Detecting a Tail and What to Do Next

By Athlon Outdoors • March 31, 2026

Did you ever have that feeling that you were being followed? I’m sure almost everyone has at one point in their lives. Being followed, either by car or on foot,...

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The Dumbest Self-Defense Advice On The Internet

By Athlon Outdoors • March 31, 2026

I don’t consider myself an expert on anything, except perhaps my ability to separate Legos. Seriously, ask my kids; I’m the best at it. I like to think of myself...

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Special Black Magic Set – From HUXWRX

By Fred Mastison • March 30, 2026

As a serious firearms aficionado, special versions of items and limited releases always catch my eye. Today, HUXWRX Safety Co. and Strider Knives announced the release of the Black Magic...

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Sig Sauer Legacy Pistols: A History of Reliability.

A History of Reliability: Pistols that Established the Sig Sauer Legacy

By Dave Bahde • March 30, 2026

XS Has You Covered For Reliable, Easy-Install Rifle Sights

By Athlon Outdoors • March 30, 2026

Smith & Wesson Shield X – Developed with Davidson’s

By Fred Mastison • March 29, 2026