The Geissele HICAR - Hypervelocity Improved Capability Assault Rifle

Back in May, when NSWC Crane  posted the Hypervelocity Improved Capability Assault Rifle (HICAR) solicitation, I closed my article  by asking whether any currently available carbine platform was genuinely built to handle sustained fire at 82,000 PSI, or whether every vendor would need a...

By Eric B •

Kalashnikov On Wheels - Ukrainian Forces Deploy Robotic Turrets

Ukrainian Defense Forces  units have begun testing new robotic turrets equipped with Kalashnikov-system assault rifles in combat conditions on the front line. The strike systems were developed based on technical specifications provided by Brave1 , a defense innovation cluster, received grant...

By Eric B •

Packing a Punch: A History of the M14

The M14 rifle holds a significant place in the history of American military firearms, serving as a bridge between the battle rifles of World War II and the US’ military’s modern assault rifles. Developed in the post-World War II era, the M14 was the standard-issue rifle for the U.S. m...

By Patrik O •

Ground Combat Element 2040

26 Aug 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Marine Corps released Ground Combat Element 2040 Fiscal Year 2026 strategic framework today, outlining the service’s vision to ensure ground forces remain lethal and adaptable against peer adversaries. This update nests under the Marine Corps Force D...

By Eric G •

JK Armament 172 PRO-KOR 556K Suppressor Review

Editor’s Note: JK Armament provided the 172 PRO-KOR 556K suppressor featured in this article to the author for the purposes of review. The opinions and evaluations expressed here are the author’s own. One of the biggest complaints about suppressors is also one of their greatest streng...

By Jeremy Tremp •

Suppressor Deregulation: What FFL Dealers Must Know Now

A Texas federal judge struck down NFA registration for suppressors and short-barreled rifles in 15 states, and DOJ declined to appeal. Here's what FFL dealers need to know about the sales boom, pending guidance, and compliance risk.

By Claire Eason •

All Outdoor Review – 5.11 PT-R Inure Runner Shoe

There is a difficult balance to be struck with training shoes. You want the cushion and give for running, but also the stability for the gym and the durability to stand up to some hard use off the pavement. The 5.11 PT-R Inure Runner is their attempt at a Physical Training Ready shoe to handle [&...

By Patrik Orcutt •

EOTech & Unity Tactical Launch Integrated HHS System

EOTech has partnered with Unity Tactical to release the HHS UNITY I, a factory-assembled hybrid holographic sight combining the EXPS3-0 holographic sight and G33 3X magnifier with Unity 's FAST mounting infrastructure. The system arrives as a plug-and-play alternative to sourcing and integra...

By Eric B •
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