2026 BLADE Show Texas: Get Lone Star Sharp

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By Gun Digest Editors

The Soviet “Silent” AKS-74UB

The AKS-74UB is one of the rarer Kalashnikov variants, a suppressed short carbine designed for missions requiring minimal noise and visual signature. Derived from the AKS-74U developed by Mikhail T. Kalashnikov in the 1970s, the AKS-74UB was created by a team of engineers at the Research Institut...

By Lynndon Schooler

M1 Garand vs. M1941 Johnson Rifle Debate

Even positive changes can be hard to accept. Long before the M1 Garand rifle was in widespread service in the US military, it had its share of detractors. A number of these objectors simply disagreed with the Army’s decision to adopt a semi-automatic rifle at all. They argued that the...

By Tom Laemlein

SHOT Show Tools for 2026

Tools for 2026 made their mark at SHOT Show, alongside a wave of revived classics and fresh designs. From screw turners to big choppers, the lineup showed muscle and utility, almost stealing the spotlight. Proof that innovation thrives across every scale of blade and tool. CRKT Provoke X After 94...

By Reuben Bolieu

[SHOT 2026] Taurus TX9, Judge 20th Anniversary & Wood Home Defender

Taurus brought three distinct products to SHOT Show 2026. The TX9 modular 9mm pistol marks their first purpose-built duty platform in centerfire. The Judge 20th Anniversary  celebrates two decades since a viral watermelon video made the Judge a household name. And the Judge Home Defender &nb...

By Sam.S

Is Your EDC a Worthless Talisman?

Editor’s Note: The following article is not intended as legal advice and represents the opinion of the author. Consult all applicable federal, state and local laws. Everybody knows that there are many places where you cannot carry a firearm — even if you’re licensed — like federal bu...

By Steve Tarani

Fitting In: Best Holster for Glock 43/43x

The holster is the pivot point of carrying a pistol. Everything rides on your ability to retain your weapon; otherwise, the individual is forced to carry or shove the weapon into less-than-preferred locations on the body. Even when carrying a compact or subcompact pistol, carrying can reveal an u...

By Toby M

Skallywag Tactical Riptide Review

Editor’s Note: In this Skallywag Tactical Riptide review, author Eugene Nielsen takes a stab at evaluating an intriguing new knife. The tanto version of the knife was provided to the author by the company for this review. The author states, “All opinions are my own and are based on my persona...

By Eugene Nielsen
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