When it comes to lighting up the dark corners of the world—be it a deep woods search, a sketchy back alley, or a midnight perimeter sweep—Streamlight doesn’t mess around. Their latest power-packed duo, the ProTac HP-X USB and ProTac HP-X, are flashlights that punch way above their weight class with
The mastery of firearms comes in several stages. First, you simply manage the actual function of the gun. You follow this by developing an ability to hit your target consistently. Next comes an ability to draw your pistol or get your rifle into action quickly. These are essential building blocks
What would a modern light rifle look like? The first and last light rifle that saw widespread use was the M1 Carbine. It was famously developed for non-infantry troops who needed something more substantial than an M1911 but less than the M1 Garand. In the modern era, the Light Rifle
Suppressors are coming into their own, with high-performance options at every turn. SilencerCo is one of the industry’s most exciting companies, and their Velos LBP 556 suppressor is a big reason why. LBP stands for “Low Back Pressure,” meaning the Velos LBP is designed to minimize the gas that vexes
If you have ever done any long-distance shooting, you know how vital a good spotting scope is. This is even more true when you are hunting. A spotting scope is, without question, one of the most helpful and essential pieces of gear you can have. As with any piece of
Thermal optics are no longer just the realm of elite military units and wildlife documentary crews. In 2025, they’ve become rugged, reliable tools for civilian hunters and shooters—and few brands exemplify that leap forward like Armasight. Their rebirth and the introduction of Armasight Contractor line mark a significant turning point for
If I’ve written it once, I have written it a thousand times: Oliver Winchester was not originally in the gun business. However, he quickly made a name for himself when he capitalized on Smith & Wesson’s lever action patent of 1854. Winchester’s name is synonymous with firearms and the American
CZ has been making firearms for almost 90 years. Ceska zbrojovka a.s. (CZ) It is known as a premier manufacturer of innovative, precision-engineered small arms. These guns are exported to nearly 100 countries worldwide. CZ firearms are recognized worldwide for their exceptional shooting comfort and are designed to provide users
I recently attended OTG’s 3-day basic CQB Principles at 3 Aces Personal Security & Operations Center in the Spokane Valley of Washington state. The Orion Training Group is led by Jared Arceneaux, a highly decorated SWAT cop and law-enforcement training director from Baton Rouge. This three day course was extremely
