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We here at KnifeNews are honored to announce that El Chete, TOPS’ over-the-, well, top chopper, is a proud parent. The El Chete Mini is here, even though it’s pretty big for a newborn. The original El Chete is one of those knives that, because it’s so big, even a shrunk-down alternative will be pretty sizable. So the Mini comes with a 5.5-inch blade, very much emulating the mix of cleaver and cutlass that defined the original’s profile. But – we can’t deny it – compared to the OG EL C’s foot-long blade, it’s very small, and very cute indeed.…

March 2025 Next Level Armament (NLA) is proud to introduce its Gen2 suppressor lineup: a new standard in thermal performance, strength, and modular compatibility. Built around the company’s new Infernoware heat dissipation technology, these suppressors cool faster, suppress better, and handle extended firing schedules with ease. The Gen2 family includes: Oscar Series: Lightweight titanium suppressors available in 5.56, .30 cal, and .36 cal with K-length options Eminent Series: Inconel suppressors for full-auto durability and high-volume abuse Predator Series: Affordable hybrid suppressors designed for training and recreational use Key Tech Highlights: 3D-printed one-piece core construction HUB-compatible mounting system Infernoware thermal dissipation…

On the very first day of his second term, President Donald Trump vowed to “unleash” Alaska’s resource potential by opening the state’s most beloved public lands to development. Now, Trump and his new administration have officially opened the door for some of the state’s most controversial energy projects. In a March 20 executive order, Trump directed the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to prioritize mineral and energy production on federal lands. The same day, the department announced that the entire coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (1.56 million acres) is now open to oil and gas leases.…

The Galco WalkAbout 3.0 holster is now available for the Glock G48 MOS pistol with or without a red-dot sight installed. As part of Galco’s Concealed Carry Lite line of holsters, the WalkAbout 3.0 offers all the benefits of the WalkAbout 2.0 and also work with most pistols with carry-style optical sights, creating a holster that has a combination of high performance, comfort and affordability. The WalkAbout 3.0’s open top allows for a fast draw, while the reinforced mouth allows a smooth and easy return of the gun to the holster. The WalkAbout 3.0’s belt clips are adjustable for cant,…

A folding knife in your pocket is a cornerstone piece of preparedness for many folks’ outdoor adventures. It’s one of a handful of necessities no one should be without. But as your time spent outdoors increases, the more likely you’ll be to find value in a fixed-blade knife. The simple fact is that, by design, a good fixed blade will outwork any pocket folding knife. In my opinion, the progression from pocket to fixed among the serious outdoors crowd is unavoidable. In the summer of 2024, Dauntless Manufacturing sent me a long-term loaner of its Hiker fixed-blade knife. That version…

Sons Of Liberty Gun Works Announces Contract with Bexar County SWAT San Antonio, TX – March 24, 2025 – Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) has been selected as the official duty rifle of the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team. The contract will provide Bexar County SWAT operators with SOLGW’s purpose-built turnkey solution for their duty rifles, designed and kitted out to meet the demanding requirements of these elite law enforcement professionals. “This contract is special to us because not only is it one of the largest counties in the United States, but it is home to Sons of Liberty,”…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Merino wool sweaters offer a lot to love. Soft, strong, naturally thermoregulating, anti-stink, and water-repellent — it’s hard to refute the natural properties of a merino wool sweater. So there’s no doubt that in the outdoors, merino wool is a beloved staple. But $400 worth of love? Vollebak, the bombastic builder of such oddities as a $3,000 wooden jacket, today announced its new Planet Earth sweater, made with merino wool and a dash of cashmere for extreme softness. However, the price tag taps out…

Terrain 365 is making knife history with their latest release. We’ve had knives named after all sorts of animals, but their newest piece is the first production blade (to our knowledge) named after the strange and beautiful narwhal. This Narwhal, the knife, is not strange-looking at all, but sleek, almost classical in appearance. “I wanted to design a full-sized folder that was inspired by the simplicity and ergonomic balance of a capsule shape,” writes Patrick Ma, Terrain 365’s co-founder and Creative Director. To make the blade part of that vision, Ma chose to draw it as a symmetrical, medium-width spear…

The Birdlime 1R 9.8 climbing rope follows a host of products that Edelrid has released to be more sustainable. From using bio-based and renewable raw materials to eliminating PFC/PCAs to reusing and recycling materials in production, Edelrid has made considerable efforts to improve climbing gear sustainability since 2019. The Birdlime 1R 9.8 is currently the German brand’s coup de grace. A climbing rope that meets all safety standards and has fewer petroleum-based materials is significant. This is especially true if Edelrid continues down the path it’s forging now. The brand hopes to expand its more sustainable product offerings. How cool…

EOTech has diversified into magnified scopes, micro red-dots, night-vision and thermal systems and on-gun laser devices. Additionally, in 2022, it added a manufacturing center that develops cutting-edge digital sensor systems. To support these programs and future growth, EOTech recently opened a new Tech Center in Orofino, ID. The state-of-the-art workspace will provide research and development, engineering design and sustainment, testing and prototype capabilities for the firm’s product categories. “We are thrilled to open our new Tech Center in Orofino, an area that will be the conduit between our headquarters in Michigan and our sensor factory in California,” said Aaron Hampton,…