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News, reviews and updates for military gun lovers, tactical enthusiasts and operators in the government and law enforcement.

Tyrant Designs can now add more capacity to your Glock 43X and G48

Long known for its Glock 19/17 magazine extensions and compensators, Tyrant is set to release magazine extensions for the ever-popular, high-cap Glock 43X and Glock 48 carry pistols.

19 months ago

Red Dot Sight Guide: Best optics for pistols (and how to use them)

As pistol red dot sights get smaller, stronger and easier to see, shooters are starting to recognize the advantages of a pistol optic and put them on their handguns.

19 months ago

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Streamlight upgrades performance of previous TLR tac lights

Streamlight announces it is updating the TLR-1 and TLR-2 models of pistol lights by increasing their output by 100%. These new lights will include all the great features of the originals, but with better performance.

B&T announces new MP5 stock and USW PDW chassis

The combination of the new USW and a stock for my favorite submachine gun is a pistol caliber carbine-lover’s dream.

20 months ago

SIG announces ECHO 3 thermal weapon sight

Indeed, the ECHO 3 isn’t SIG’s first foray into the realm of thermal weapon sights, it is the company’s first direct-view thermal sight.

20 months ago

Trijicon VCOG 1-8x28 Selected as USMC Squad Common Optic

Trijicon VCOG 1-8x28 Selected as USMC Squad Common Optic, cementing the company's position as the go-to maker of military-grade rifle optics.

20 months ago

Streamlight launches Sidewinder Boot light

Since the beginning of World War 2, the US Military has issued an angle-headed flashlight in one form or another - the Streamlight Sidewinder Boot is a modern take on the concept.

20 months ago

These US allies in Syria are sporting some seriously high-speed kit

A recent photo has emerged of a newly outfitted SDF anti-terrorism unit trooper — one that paints a clearer picture of their specialized role in their fight against ISIS and Turkey, and hints at their possible connection to the intelligence community.

20 months ago

This portable water filter can make good water out of bad

We tested out the Survival Filter Squeeze water filter and Filter Bottle at this year’s SHOT Show in Las Vegas and used a sample of the Filter Bottle for a week afterward and came away pretty impressed.

21 months ago

This WWI helmet may outperform modern ones against shock waves

Any helmet is still better than no helmet, but at least one World War I-era brain bucket designed by France is better than your modern design in protecting against overhead blasts.

21 months ago

5.11 Announces A.T.L.A.S. tactical footwear

5.11 Announces their new A.T.L.A.S. tactical footwear, combing lightweight durable construction with runner-style comfort. These are the ultimate tactical shoes.

21 months ago

SOCOM is on the lookout for optics for its crew-served weapons

SOCOM is asking for what appears to be a one-size-fits-all solution that can work with a wide variety of mounted weapons, instead of an optic that works well with just one or two platforms.

21 months ago