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M60 Pig: America’s Jungle-Eating, Belt Fed Freedom Machine
It weighed over 20 pounds, jammed when it felt like it, and chewed through belts of 7.62 NATO like a chainsaw on meth…but for the American warfighter in Vietnam, the M60 was [Read more...]
My First Single-Action Revolver Purchase: Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR/.22 WMR Range Report
As those of you dear readers who also read my stuff on The National Interest may recall, back on 2 January 2025, my review of the Ruger Wrangler .22 LR single-action (SA) revolv [Read more...]
HOP Munitions 9mm and .300 Blackout Ammo Review
American Made Excellence You know what I love? When something unexpected just works, no drama, no disappointment, just pure performance. That’s exactly what I found shooting HOP [Read more...]
Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X: A Thoroughly Bright Review
Streamlight ProTac Rail Mount HL-X: A Thoroughly Bright Review In a world that can get unexpectedly dark, whether you’re negotiating the treacherous terrain of your living room c [Read more...]
Breek Arms Sledgehammer: The AR-15 Charging Handle That Gas Can’t Touch
There are few things more frustrating than sending rounds downrange with your favorite suppressed AR-15, only to get a hot faceful of carbon gas like you’re LARPing as a chim [Read more...]
Trijicon ACOG: The Ultimate GWOT Optic
The ACOG didn’t earn its place through flash or hype—it earned it by showing up, holding zero, and never quitting, no matter how bad things got. [Read more...]
Civivi Brazen Review: The Best Budget EDC Knife under $75?
Not every knife needs to be the main character. Flashy, all dressed up, and sparkling with superhuman power and costuming. Some blades aren’t here to steal the scene, they [Read more...]
G43 Review: The Compact Powerhouse for EDC
In the ever-evolving world of concealed carry, the Glock 43 has emerged as a top-tier choice, trusted by seasoned firearm enthusiasts and new carriers alike. With its ultra-compact [Read more...]
KA-BAR: The Knife That Won Wars and Built Legends
Few tools in American history carry the weight of legend, grit, and blood-soaked valor quite like the KA-BAR knife. More than just a hunk of steel, the KA-BAR is a symbol of Americ [Read more...]
ARES Watch Company Diver-1 & Field Watch: Unstoppable Tactical Watches for Land & Sea
When it comes to rugged, no-nonsense timepieces built for professionals, ARES Watch Co. has set the bar high. In this review, I’ll be diving deep into the ARES DIVER-1, testing i [Read more...]
Beretta M9: The U.S. Military’s Iconic Sidearm
For over three decades, the Beretta M9 rode in the holsters of American warfighters from Panama to Kandahar, a controversial yet steadfast companion that echoed through history wit [Read more...]
M4A1 Block I: The Special Operations Origins of an American Icon
In the annals of modern warfare, few firearms have risen to such iconic status as the M4 carbine in its various forms and configurations. But before it became the ubiquitous symbol [Read more...]
Hard Head Veterans Bump Helmet vs. the Wizardry of the ATE Gen III Ballistic
When it comes to tactical headgear, HardHeadVeterans (HHV) has positioned itself as a leading manufacturer, offering both bump and ballistic helmets designed for military, law enf [Read more...]
YHM Turbo Integral Suppressed Upper : One Stamp Shop
When it comes to suppressed shorty AR builds, the typical path involves a short-barreled-rifle (SBR) stamp, a separate suppressor stamp, and the patience of Mother Theresa to wait [Read more...]
