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Zero Tolerance and its sister company Kershaw have started the week with a bang, both dropping their new for 2026 models at the same time. We’ll look at the Kershaw side of things tomorrow, but today it’s all about the ZT 0117, an EDC piece that’s all about sleek linework and major weight savings. According to ZT, the 0117 is inspired, visually, by the F-117 aircraft – and upon further consultation with sister site PlaneNews we can confirm that the heritage is apparent, particularly in the sweep of the 3.3-inch drop point blade, whose curvature echoes that of its aviary…

The new year marks the last few days of deer season in my home state. After spending all fall pursuing target bucks and “shooters” exclusively, January is about fun and harvest in my household. And harvest I did. On New Year’s Day, I found myself standing over two mature does in the big woods of Middle Tennessee. I pulled the Montana Knife Company Blackfoot 2.0 from my pack and got to work. I was very excited to test the knife. Over the last few years, Montana Knife Company has made quite the splash, and I had been hearing nothing but…

Turkey has been the highest volume firearms importer to the United States for many years now, and given that their global military exports have more than doubled in the last five years, that isn’t something likely to change anytime soon. Because so many of these foreign-made guns have been, eh, “inexpensive at best” in the past, it can be easy for some to shrug off any gun out of Turkey.  But Sarsilmaz isn’t a company making craptastic plastic mag-fed shotguns like so many others. First founded to make flintlocks in 1880 back in the Ottoman Empire days, Sarsilmaz is reportedly…

SIGHTRON Introduces New SV 8×42 ED Binoculars Youngsville, NC- (January 5th, 2026) – SIGHTRON, one of the world’s most innovative optical observation and aiming device companies, is pleased to announce the SV 8×42 ED Binoculars. These have been designed to meet the optical requirements of hunters, shooters and general observation enthusiasts. The New SIGHTRON SV 8×42 ED Binoculars offer a wide field exceeding 70° of apparent field of view. To achieve this,SIGHTRON utilizes a field flattener to ensure excellent image quality from center to edge. Phase-correction coating on the prism delivers a bright, high-contrast field of view. Special low-dispersion (ED)…

The U.S. men’s bobsled team had a disastrous performance during a World Cup event this weekend, though fortunately no one was seriously hurt. It was the second-to-last event before the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and the four-man bobsled team ran into trouble right from the start. The rear three members of the team — Ryan Rager, Hunter Powell, and Caleb Furnell — failed to get into the sled during the first portion of the race. Kris Horn, the driver or “pilot,” got in first, as is common in bobsledding. But Rager appeared to lose his balance while trying to seat…

By Alan M. Rice Posted in #Guns It’s unusual for a rifle to be so versatile that it can be used for more than one purpose. In my opinion, the new SAINT Victor 7.62, 20″ rifle is likely that one rifle. Over the past few decades, Springfield has made rifles chambered for the relatively new 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge, and competitors have won many matches with this highly capable chambering. However, for mid-range shooting to 600 yards, the proven .308 Winchester/7.62×51 NATO round is an accurate, versatile and affordable cartridge. On days with no wind, I’ve had good…

Plumb Precision Products Announces Plumb Reticle for Second Focal Plane Optics Issaquah, Washington- Plumb Precision Products is proud to announce the release of the patented Plumb Reticle for Second Focal Plane applications. Plumb Precision teamed up with Atibal Optics and Optics Planet to offer this new and innovate reticle. Currently offered in a 1-6 LVPO from Atibal Optics, a company well known for its innovative solutions. Optics Planet, the leading online optics retailer, has put its full support behind this offering and designated it with an OPMOD designation. The original Plumb Competition Reticle is oriented to Designated Marksman Rifle and…

Viridian Weapon Technologies has just unveiled its new Venta Green Dot reflex sight, meant for long guns.  The new Viridian Venta Green Dot reflex sight is an unmagnified optic with a 22 mm objective lens that runs off a single CR2032 battery and provides an estimated 30,000 hours runtime. Its simple reticle consists of a 2-MOA green dot that includes 10 different brightness settings, eight visible and two night vision. For added convenience, Viridian ships all Venta green dot reflex sights with a co-witnessing, standard height 1.41-inch-tall mount. The Venta borrows the ubiquitous and industry standard Aimpoint Micro T1/T2 mounting…

Rock-solid, no-detach performance for precision shooters Waukesha, Wis. (January 8, 2026) — Midwest Industries has announced the release of its MK2 Non-QD Scope, Optic, and Riser Mounts, the latest addition to the MK2 product line. Purpose-built for shooters who prioritize stability and repeatable accuracy, the MK2 Non-QD Series delivers a streamlined and solid mounting solution designed to perform in the harshest conditions. The new lineup includes MK2 Scope Mounts (30mm and 34mm), MK2 Optic Mounts (Low, Lower 1/3 Co-Witness, Absolute Co-Witness, and NV 2.26” compatible with RMR, Acro, T2, and Micro dot patterns), and MK2 1913 Risers (5-, 9-, and…

Colt CZ Group SE Announces the Launch of Colt Electro Optics, LLC For over 185 years, Colt has defined reliability, precision, and battlefield-proven performance. Now, that legacy advances into a new frontier. For the first time in history, Colt Optics is combining that heritage of craftsmanship with cutting-edge optical technology. Built for the professionals who stand on the front line, our optics areengineered to answer a growing demand for mission-ready clarity and uncompromising performance. Every optic reflects the same standard that built the Colt name—durability, precision, and reliability. Colt Optics will create precision sighting and targeting products built to meet…