Author: Jack Bogart

A quick look at .222 Remington, the parent case of the ubiquitous .223 Remington.The .222 Remington was introduced by Remington in 1950 for the 722 bolt-action rifle, which was later superseded by the current 700 series. For a short time, the Remington Model 760 pump-action repeater was also available in this cartridge. Much of the credit for the .222 is due to Mike Walker, a longtime Remington employee. The cartridge became very popular with benchrest competitors in the 1970s, and varmint hunters also found its performance excellent. But, by the early 1990s, the .222 Remington had lost much of its…

I only share two posts from our primary (and only print) competitor. This one, and the Blade Show awards from Atlanta. It is their show, and this is their Hall of Fame. But the information is of interest to our readers, and the inductees are deserving of recognition… A notable assortment of those who for many years enhanced or continue to enhance the overall improvement of the knife industry highlights the 2026 class of inductees into the BLADE Magazine Cutlery Hall of Fame®. The new honorees include three living and four deceased members. Among the former are CRKT co-founder Rod…

Streamlight TLR-7 X Selected as Standard Issue Pistol Light by Canadian Federal Police EAGLEVILLE, PA, May 5, 2026 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, announced that its TLR-7® X weapon light is included in a $39 million CAD contract awarded to Canadian distributor Rampart Corporation to supply Canadian Federal Police with a new duty pistol system. The new system includes the Glock 45 MOS 7 pistol, the TLR-7 X, a red dot sight, and duty holster. It is expected to be widely deployed across Royal Canadian Mounted Police personnel, Canada’s primary federal…

The Waterproof Aircrew Survival Pack from Watershed was developed as an airtight and waterproof backpack system for isolated personnel. For those of you unfamiliar with the term, think downed flyer. In addition to keeping critical survival gear organized and dry thanks to the 44” YKK Aquaseal zipper which creates an airtight, waterproof clamshell-style opening, it offers approximately 37 lbs of buoyancy in sea water when inflated. Inside there are two laser cut Tegris panels for organization of SERE items, as well as storage pockets for the GAU-5A Aircrew Survival Rifle and magazines. On the outside, the WASP features a laser…

Kirk Mayberry of KM Designs has returned with another piece for the Boker Plus lineup which, like the universe itself, is always expanding. The Corvus honors its noble name with sensible EDC proportions and a stylish monochrome style. Does the name of a knife inspire design, or does the way a knife looks bring it a name to match? The answer undoubtedly varies from knife to knife, and while we don’t know the specifics behind Mayberry’s Corvus design, the 2.76-inch wharncliffe blade looks pretty beak-like, doesn’t it? Regardless, it can do more than peck, with a straight edge that will…

FORT POLK, La.—At the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC), Soldiers from the 7th Psychological Operations (PSYOP) Battalion are focused on a critical aspect of modern conflict: psychological warfare. As they integrate with the 82nd Airborne Division for a demanding training rotation, they are not only honing traditional skills but are also testing the very future of their craft. Armed with experimental AI systems, tactical drones, and modern versions of classic deception tools, these Soldiers are on the front lines of defining information dominance for the next conflict. For PSYOP units, JRTC is the ultimate proving ground. “Coming out to a…

While there isn’t a single best camping lantern for everyone, we sure looked for one. During our most recent proving session, lead gear tester Nick Belcaster camped with five new lanterns across 25+ camping overnights in Washington state to ensure our suggestions are tip-top. Sure, you could just use a flashlight or headlamp, but a top-pick lantern like the BioLite AlpenGlow 500 lights up the entire camp. Even budget options like the Duracell Tri-Power put out enough to illuminate the inside of your tent. Then there are big party options like the Goal Zero Skylight, or intimate mood-setters like the…

As the Army enhances Soldier lethality, Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition’s (JPEO A&A) Product Manager (PdM) Small Caliber Ammunition is developing the XM1224 Hybrid-Anti Materiel Round (HAMR) precision cartridge for the MK22 Precision Sniper Rifle. No matter the operational environment, snipers continue to maintain relevancy and technologies to sense and see farther demand persistent investment in precision sniper ammunition. Traditionally, this has meant equipping snipers with multiple weapon systems and ammunition types, which increased load. The XM1224 HAMR will deliver improved accuracy and performance when compared to the existing M1162 round and addresses the anticipated capability gap…

Camping and food go hand in hand, especially when car camping affords you the luxury of a two-burner stove. That’s why lead tester Nick Belcaster has been testing the best camping stoves for several back-to-back seasons, and has just completed another summer of testing six new stoves used across three states (and 40+ meals prepared). Our top pick, the Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Stove, has plenty of firepower to keep dishes rolling off the line. But you don’t need to spend the big bucks, either, with the budget Coleman Cascade Classic only running $130. We’ve got 50+ years of combined experience…

Mummy bags are all the rage for backpacking, but sometimes you need a bit more room to spread out. And where those bags prioritize weight and packability, the best camping sleeping bags go fully luxe. In our latest lab session, testers Meghan LaHatte and Nick Belcaster logged more than 100 nights and 300 miles outdoors, testing five of 2026’s best new sleeping bags. Whether you’re after the roomy REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20, the premium versatility of the Sea to Summit Basecamp 15, or the wallet-friendly nature of the Kelty Wayback 20, we’ve got an option for most anyone. From…