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What is it about H&K? Does any other mainstream gunmaker have their legendary reputation? Just think about it. The full-page ads of the ’80s with the Tier 1 operator coming out of the water with his piece of Teutonic steel. The first company to build a plastic wonder-nine, beating Gaston to the punch. (Yes, look it up.)And how about the legendary mystique of “The Gray Room?” No other company has a sacred place of prototypes whose fans would give their left nut to visit. (Been there, and both my boys are intact.)And then there’s the MP5. ’Nuff said. Sure, there…

The alarm pierced the pre-dawn silence at 4 a.m., and I was already questioning my life choices. Another alpine start to beat the infamous canyon traffic heading to Utah’s ski resorts. But today was different. I was pointing my beat-up Honda Element northeast instead of southeast, driving past Logan and up the empty canyon road to Beaver Mountain, where I could use my Indy Pass. Despite the early start, things went better than I’d expected. There was no traffic. The parking lot was totally deserted. Confusion overwhelmed me. Was the resort closed? Didn’t people know it was a pow day? Where…

The ability to harness fire is one of humanity’s most significant accomplishments. And while a nice hole or a ring of rocks can provide an adequate setup for gathering around flaming embers, the best fire pits are preferable for both style and safety. While the basic premise of every fire pit is the same, features vary from model to model to suit different needs and preferences, so we have thoroughly examined which ones are best equipped for various situations. The GearJunkie testers gathered seven of the best fire pits currently on the market and fired them up in various settings.…

TacJobs – Army MOS 51C Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Contracting Noncommissioned Officer Did you know the Army is looking for NCOs to reclassify into MOS 51C, Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Contracting Noncommissioned Officer? The MOS was established in December 2006 to meet the Army’s need for contingency contracting officers Applicants must be in the ranks of promotable sergeant, staff sergeant, or sergeant first class with less than 10 years of service. Those with 13 years’ service may receive waivers. If selected, you will attend the nine-week Army Acquistion Transition Course (AATC) at The Army Acquisition School (TAAS) located on the…

I know I can trust myself when protecting my camera gear. I baby my camera body and make sure each lens is tucked into my bag securely before every event. I place every SD card into its little plastic casing and keep my camera straps tight. In short: The WANDRD Rogue Sling 9L is not only comfortable to wear, but it is also made of weather-resistant material, and has enough padding to protect a full-frame camera body and two to three spare lenses. I can trust and appreciate its well-structured design and durability when on a job where the unexpected…

By Andy Grossman The double-stack 1911 market has absolutely exploded recently, with some of the most “drool-worthy” pistols appearing on the market lately. I for one can say that I am obsessed with all of them. But my wallet definitely is not up to the challenge for some of them. Some of these high-end pistols can reach prices that could buy your teenager a nice, reliable vehicle or pay for a semester of college at a state school. That is not the case with the 1911 DS Prodigy from Springfield Armory. With an MSRP of $1,499, this is a double-stack…

There’s another primo offering on the way from We Knife Co., under their original self-titled label. The Acuminal should scratch the itch for anybody looking for a large folding knife constructed from deluxe materials. Since first coming onto the scene in 2016, We Knife Co. promised to deliver at least 20 models a year – and, needless to say, that’s a promise the company has lived up to and then some. These days, of course, We Knife Co. is actually three different brands: budget-oriented Sencut, mid-range Civivi, and the original We label, where the company cuts loose and brings out…

Smith & Wesson launched its M&P5.7 pistol in 2023, offering another mainstream handgun chambered in the 5.7×28 mm cartridge. At the time, it joined the original FN FiveseveN and the Ruger-5.7 as a concealed-carry option, as well as various large-frame options like the KelTec P50 and Diamondback DBX57. Smith & Wesson’s entry in the 5.7 area featured a 22-round magazine, proprietary Tempo barrel gas-operating system, hammer-fired operation, threaded barrel and M&P-based texturing. It also featured an optics cut for the RMSc footprint, reversible magazine release, a dustcover accessory rail and a manual thumb safety. While the M&P5.7’s size – overall…

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands, is excited to announce the release of left-hand fits for the Incog X Inside-the-Waistband (IWB) Holster. The addition of left-handed fits has been highly requested and has been a long time coming for the number one best-selling holster. The first wave of left-hand specific fits are compatible with Glock 17 and Glock 19, with additional Glock and Sig Sauer models close on the horizon. All…

“A man’s got to know his limitations.” Just because Clint Eastwood’s fictitious “Dirty Harry” character is credited for this quote, it doesn’t mean the words ring any less true. Failing to recognize your own limitations can get you hurt—or worse. Also, limitations do not only pertain to the man or woman, but also to the guns and gear he or she chooses. Just as a dangerous-game hunter would be suicidal to stalk a Cape buffalo with a .22 LR, so too is the Soldier who opts for a shotgun during a long-range battle. Therefore, we’d be foolish if we also…