The RPK: The Soviet Choice of Commonality Over Capability

In the mid-1950s, the Soviet high command accepted a compromise that would shape frontline infantry small arms for decades: prioritizing platform commonality over dedicated squad-level suppressive fire capability. That decision, formalized with the 1959 adoption of an AK-derived automatic rifle, ...

By Lynndon Schooler

The New Vortex Strike Eagle 1-10x24 FFP: Budget Beast at $699!

Coming out of Vortex's bag of surprises for 2026 is the new Vortex Strike Eagle 1-10x24 FFP riflescope. This new addition to Vortex's extremely popular budget line of LPVOs boasts a lot of the same features you’ll find on more expensive optics, but won’t come with the typica...

By Luke C.

Testing Hollywood: Michael Mann’s Collateral

Movies and the real-world application of firearms have had a troubled relationship. We go to the movies to escape and to dream, so naturally, some of those flights of fancy wind up being applied to how guns are used in movies, and the hero of the movie winds up shooting 30 or so rounds from Read ...

By Kevin Creighton

Lochby Field Sling: Instant Access On-the-Go

The Lochby Field Sling delivers instant access without the bulk. Its signature hook latch pops open one‑handed, faster than any zipper, then locks down securely when you’re on the move. The rotating strap connection flows with your body, never fighting angles, so the sling rides naturally whe...

By Reuben Bolieu

POTD: FB Radom MSBS Grot - U.S. Rifle & Pistol

The news is out, and for a continent hungry for more photos, this Photo Of The Day may come as some remedy. As reported before, Fabryka Broni “Łucznik” Radom and Arms of America have announced that they will be bringing the MSBS Grot to the U.S. civilian market , with both a 10.5-inc...

By Eric B

Top .380 Self-Defense Rounds?

A topic that consistently attracts significant interest is self-defense, and the two most common subtopics are home defense and concealed carry. Based on my personal experience and conversations with folks, concealed carry seems to be of the most interest. Why? You don’t go out in public with y...

By Beyond Seclusion

M21 Sniper Rifle — A Short History

The renowned M14 service rifle has a complex history: it was the U.S. military’s shortest-lived service rifle yet one of the longest in service. While its time as a standard-issue rifle for G.I.s was brief, its power and performance have ensured its continued use as a sniper and Designated Mark...

By Cory Ross
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