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

COVID-19 Survival Kit: Food, water and gear you’ll need to prepare for the pandemic

The fact is, it's relatively easy to build a survival kit for something like COVID-19. You don’t need to be prepared for a zombie apocalypse – you just need to use a little common sense.

21 months ago

Finding trash (and treasures) at a gun show near you

While the 1,300+ tables at a gun show near me offered a plethora of plastic pistols and generic looking AR-15s, I couldn’t help but notice a few diamonds in the rough.

21 months ago

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Drastic changes coming to Marine Corps rifle qualification: Here’s what you need to know

The biggest changes to the Marine Corps rifle qualification in about a century could be coming in 2021.

The 2019 GearScout Guide to long-range shooting

This long-range shooting guide will help you decide whether precision shooting is right for you, and how to get started if the answer is "yes."

2 years ago

Now troops can practice force-on-force with an airsoft version of the M17

Sig Sauer, Inc. is now shipping the semi-automatic SIG AIR ProForce M17 airsoft pistol.

2 years ago

Sig Saeur Academy partners with FLIR Systems

Sig Sauer Academy partners with FLIR Systems on night vision tactical training

SIG SAUER Academy announces a partnership with FLIR Systems for the Night Vision Operator course, to include the addition of cutting-edge FLIR Night Vision and Thermal Imaging equipment.

2 years ago

The 2019 GearScout guide to competition shooting (or becoming a ‘gamer’)

Shooting sports cater to everyone — young, old, professional, hobbyist, good, bad, or just learning. Friendly, open, and designed to encourage new shooters they are the future of firearms use.

2 years ago

The 2019 GearScout guide to personal body armor

Personal body armor is a tool that has saved hundreds of lives since its introduction. Costly up front, it is priceless when you need it — kind of like your concealed carry firearm.

2 years ago

9mm versus .40 Smith & Wesson: Which caliber is better for self-defense?

If you shoot a lot and want to shoot better for less money, or if you’re considering using a handgun for personal or home defense, pick up a 9mm handgun and get shooting.

2 years ago

Here’s one way to defeat enemy body armor

Improved performance of small arms is a critical need for major militaries. Piercing enemy armor will bring an over-match capability enabling the relaxed razing of enemy combatants as the British did in the early 20th century against Maasai warriors in East Africa, armed with spears and no body armor, fighting against machine guns.

2 years ago

The 2019 GearScout guide to modern concealed carry pistols and holsters

You must constantly choose between availability, convenience, comfort, usability, practicality, and effectiveness — and in many cases affordability.

2 years ago

SIG Sauer releases 15-round mags for P365 models

The SIG SAUER P365 15-round magazine provides an additional 5 rounds to the P365 everyday carry pistol, and maximizes the pistol’s versatility.

3 years ago

Improvise Adapt Overcome: Here is how a roll of coins could save your life

It’s still pretty heavy – you wouldn’t want to drop it on your foot – but it’s not so heavy you can’t carry it in one hand.

3 years ago

Improvise Adapt Overcome: Your Travel EDC kit

Believe it or not, there are some items you can carry every day that can help you gain a lot of security, but which don’t catch much attention.

3 years ago

Keep your clips — this warehouse is all about mags

Check out this new series of videos from Gun Mag Warehouse. It began about a month ago and so far features nearly a hundred short informational pieces recorded to help buyers determine the best rifle or pistol magazine for their needs.

3 years ago

Sig Sauer Academy to host charity range event to help reduce veteran suicide

The Third Annual SIG SAUER Aiming for Zero Charity Match is set to take place at the SIG SAUER Academy May 17 – May 19, 2019. Aiming for Zero is a division of the Active Heroes Foundation whose mission is to reduce veteran suicide and assist military families.

3 years ago

Now you can practice your AIWB draws with an official Sig Sauer P365 airgun

Modeled after the award-winning SIG SAUER P365 every day, this CO2-powered, semi-automatic BB pistol features a realistic blowback action and is an exceptional training tool for personal defense.

3 years ago

The new Orion scoring system helps gamers keep track of their shoot

The mobile app for the Orion Scoring System makes it possible for range officers to have a digital, updated squadding list, submit incident reports digitally, and update athlete registration.

3 years ago

The Marine Corps is pushing a faster pistol qualification course with these changes

The new sustaiment pistol course consists of three blocks and only 100 rounds of ammunition.

3 years ago

3 ways to mount an optic to that (rail-less) AK of yours

It's hard to mount optics to an old-school AK (new ones seem to have more Pic rails integrated into them), but there are ways to retrofit attachment points to get on target quicker.

3 years ago

Keep an eye on snooping bad guys with this home security bundle

The Loocam 1080p HD Security Cameras are optimized for providing the ultimate home safety experience.

3 years ago

As security forces get the M18 handgun, Air Force adds new shooting and weapons handling guidance

The Air Force issued a memorandum Dec. 3 that formalizes the arrival of the M18 Modular Handgun System for base defenders.

3 years ago

You’re going to want to check out this new 80s-themed firearms match

Westerns are cool and all, but those of us who grew up with the likes of Sonny Crockett and Col. Hannibal Smith have felt largely left out... at least until now.

3 years ago

You can record your next range session with this budget HD action cam

Attachable to your car, helmet, or bike, the 4K Ultra HD Action Cam is ideal for capturing first-person footage of adrenaline-fueled extreme sports.

3 years ago

Survival Tip: This bracelet packs a lot of gear in a small package for when the SHTF

When you're out in the wilderness for extended periods of time, you don't want to carry around excessive weight.

3 years ago

Survival Tip: This simple door lock is 10x stronger than a deadbolt

The door lock is easy to install and use.

3 years ago

These moving, robotic targets can modernize any range and keep Marines, soldiers shooting sharp

Marines have tested them already and are continuing evaluations for potential adoption into marksmanship programs.

3 years ago

Deadly Skills: 15 must-have items for a covert EDC kit

EDC kits provide an edge against unexpected threats of all sorts — from environmental disasters to terrorist strikes and lone-wolf attacks.

3 years ago