Friday Focus: Tubes Rapid-Release Buckle

Every second counts when gear has to come off fast. The Tubes® Rapid-Release Buckle is FirstSpear’s patented closure system (U.S. Patent 10,051,984), molded from lightweight, high-performance polymers. A two-motion release at 3 to 4 pounds of force lets the operator don, doff, and reassemb...

By Eric G •

Concealed Carry Corner: Biggest Carry Mistakes - Part 1

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at how to find the perfect carry gun for you. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here  to check it out. This week, I want to take a look at some of the biggest mistakes both new ...

By Matt E •

Arc’teryx Pro Raises Funds for SOC-F During DC Launch of Tactician Line

During the recent AUSA Annual Meeting, Arc’teryx Pro hosted a private evening at their new Georgetown brand store. While Tactician has had limited exposure at other industry events such as SHOT Show and Operator Expo, this was the first time many had the opportunity to get a close look at A...

By Eric G •

Why Guns Jam: Ammo, Mags, Maintenance, and You

Live with any mechanical object long enough and you learn its warning signs before it quits. A firearm is no different. Most malfunctions trace back to one of four causes: bad ammunition, bad magazines, bad maintenance, or bad technique. The gun itself is rarely the culprit. Learn to read the ear...

By James Chen •

U.S. Navy’s WWII Radar-Guided Bat Glide Bomb

Striking enemy ships with airborne munitions became a priority after World War I. While the challenges were monumental at the time, the rewards for success were too great to pass up. However, bombs and torpedoes dropped by early naval strike aircraft stood little chance against armored warships b...

By Tom Laemlein •

Elistair Unveils its New Tethered Solution for the Parrot ANAFI UKR

Lyon, France, October 21st 2026 – Elistair unveils its new tethered air module for the Parrot ANAFI UKR micro-UAV, compatible with Elistair’s Safe-T and Ligh-T tether stations and allowing hours of uninterrupted flight. Designed for defense, public safety and critical infrastructure opera...

By Eric G •

Concealed Carry Corner: How To Choose The Perfect Carry Gun

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about how to travel with your carry guns and best practices when it comes to preparing to travel. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here  to check it out. This week, I want to look a...

By Matt E •

MATBOCK Monday: ARES Drone Pack System Walkthrough

In June we covered the launch of MATBOCK’s ARES Drone Series. In August we looked at how operators were running it, with the ARES Drone Assault Pack as the Pilot Bag and the ARES Drone Sustainment Pack as the Bird Bag. MATBOCK has now released a full walkthrough of the system. The video goes th...

By Eric G •

Miracle at Truk: Operation Hailstone

The Japanese seized the Caroline Islands in Micronesia in 1914, and established a naval base on the island of Truk within it in 1939. As the primary anchorage for the Imperial Japanese Navy’s 4th Fleet, Truk was soon transformed into a fortress. Truk seemed the perfect spot. Offering a natural ...

By Will Dabbs, MD •
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