Author: Jack Bogart

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Camp Chef: 40% Off Select Grills Memorial Day is on the horizon, so it’s officially grilling season, and if you need an upgrade, now’s the time to head over to Camp Chef. The brand is slashing prices on some of its top models, including the Woodwind 24 and Gridiron 36. The Gridiron Pro Flat Top Grill, which has both a pre-seasoned griddle and side burner, is available for a $400 discount. Shop Camp Chef Sale Select REI Campwell Apparel: Up to 62% Off REI’s…

New low-SWaP spectrum sensor delivers industry-leading 144.5 THz/s spectrum scanning, redefining the benchmark for mobile SIGINT, EW and distributed RF sensing operations CHICAGO, April 30 – Silvus Technologies (Silvus), a Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) company and a global leader in advanced tactical wireless communications, today announced the launch of the FASST™ 6000 Spectrum Sensor. FASST 6000 represents Silvus’ expansion beyond MANET radio communications and mesh networking into advanced RF sensing and spectrum awareness technologies. Designed for the tactical edge, this handheld radio signal detection system packs the performance of a much larger device into an ultra-low size, weight and power…

By Friedrich Seiltgen Posted in #History The U.S. Navy’s carrier force is the envy of the world, having earned its stripes in the early, dark days of the Pacific War. One of those that first served during that conflict was the USS Card. As an escort carrier, the USS Card served America for almost 30 years and received three Battle Stars and a Presidential Unit Citation. She was responsible for sinking 11 German U-boats as part of a Hunter-Killer Group. During the Vietnam War, she transported much-needed aircraft and supplies. She also made history as being the only aircraft carrier…

Whelp, I dropped the ball. I didn’t get this post out before the May issue has started arriving. So it is a “Preview” rather than a sneak peek. It is a great issue, with a heavier than average focus on production knives, with an extensive history of Case Knives and Willson Offutt’s field trial of the Lionsteel ACHA. There is a custom article with Roger Eckstine’s chronicle of the Liner Lock Syndicate and Frank Trzaska tells the story of a rare fighting knife that didn’t quite make it to primetime, Our regular columns are back as well, and this month’s…

Toronto, Canada, April 30, 2026 – INKAS® has introduced the INKAS® M1 MRAP, a next-generation mine-resistant armored vehicle developed through a strategic Canadian–French defense collaboration with Texelis. Integrating a proven French mobility architecture with Canadian armored vehicle engineering and systems integration, the M1 represents a first-of-its-kind NATO-aligned MRAP platform designed to strengthen interoperability across allied forces. Purpose-built for high-threat conditions, the M1 provides comprehensive 360-degree ballistic and blast protection in accordance with NATO STANAG standards, while maintaining the high mobility required for operations across complex terrain. The vehicle balances survivability, maneuverability, and mission adaptability, enabling forces to operate with confidence in contested environments. Designed as a modular multi-role platform, the M1 can be configured for a range of mission profiles, including troop…

Hillsborough, NC -Reptilia is proud to announce the release of two new products engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern shooters: the 15” Arca Integrated Handguard and the Reptilia Fix It Sticks Toolkit. Together, these launches reinforce Reptilia’s commitment to precision, durability, and purpose-driven design. The 15” Arca Integrated Handguard features a fully machined Arca-Swiss interface, bringing true, direct-to-tripod capability to the rifle. Originally developed in precision photography, the Arca standard has become a preferred mounting solution among shooters seeking rapid attachment, precise balance adjustment, and enhanced stability in field conditions. Reptilia’s implementation incorporates a continuous Arca profile along…

Looking to set up your MP5 for use with NODs? Take a look at Midwest Industries’ Night Vision Optic Claw Mount.The MP5 is a legendary platform that, while pushing 60-years-old, is not going away any time soon. With the proliferation of good-quality MP5 clones on the market, new life has been given to this grand-daddy pistol caliber carbine. While age and experience count for a lot, it doesn’t improve basic mounting options. Like the AK, the MP5 suffers from the fact that it was built before optics were really a viable option, and the design doesn’t inherently lend itself well to…

FORT POLK, La.– The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) became the first Division to use an Aevex Atlas Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC), Fort Polk, Louisiana, April 5, 2026. Soldiers went through a mix of intensive classroom instruction, hands-on machine and flight operations. The comprehensive training culminates in the system’s first validation during the unit’s Combine Arms Live Fire Exercise (CALFEX), April 18, 2026. The rotation marks the first integration of the Atlas system at JRTC, a result of the company’s partnership with Project Manager Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (PM UAS) to provide Soldiers with…

The best axes will serve their owner for decades, so choose wisely. You’re likely to own whatever axe you buy for many years. GearJunkie testers have deep experience with axes. Tester Nick Lefoert has spent summers hauling, splitting and stacking more than four cords of wood. Editor-in-Chief Sean McCoy worked for two years on a farm, splitting dozens of cords of wood with industrial equipment and using axes regularly. For this guide, they tested axes for both home and camp use. We split freshly cut pine and fir rounds ranging from 14 to over 30 inches in diameter, which gave…

Anglers in Montana now need to be extra careful about which fish they consume and how much. A new study from multiple state agencies showed that certain fish are high in PFAS, or so-called forever chemicals, which pose risks to human health. What Are PFAS? PFAS are a kind of manmade chemical. They became popular in the 1950s, and were used for everything from nonstick cookware to pesticides to waterproof jackets. To make PFAS, scientists replace the hydrogen in an organic molecule with fluorine. The fluorine bonds very strongly to the carbon, making them slow to degrade, which is where the term…