Author: Jack Bogart

Taurus has just released a .380 Auto variant of its GX4 Carry T.O.R.O. pistol.When it comes to affordable defensive pistols, Taurus’ GX4 line has become a very popular option. The company has released variants of the handgun in different sizes and colors, models with optics-ready slides, and even a version with a pistol brace, but until now, they’ve all been in 9mm Luger. For those looking to pack something with a bit less punch, there’s the new GX4 Carry T.O.R.O. .380 Auto to consider.Most people prefer defensive handguns chambered for 9mm Luger these days, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t…

August 15 is recognized as the birthday of the Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldier program, or KATUSA. The program was created only weeks after the Korean War ignited, and to this day KATUSAs continue to serve side-by-side with Eighth Army Soldiers providing priceless support and friendship. The Korean War began June 25, 1950. Roughly three weeks later the KATUSA program was initiated July 15 by an informal agreement between the Honorable Syngman Rhee, president of the Republic of Korea, and General of the Army Douglas MacArthur, commander in chief, United Nations Command. During the first two months…

ST. LOUIS and CHESAPEAKE, Va., Aug. 17, 2026 — Avatara, a provider of compliant IT systems-as-a-service, and AVMAC LLC (AVMAC), an aviation and maritime technical services company supporting the U.S. Department of War (DoW), today announced that AVMAC has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 using Avatara Platform for Government, receiving a maximum score of 110 with no Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). “AVMAC is proud to achieve this important milestone,” said Bert Ortiz, Founder, President and CEO of AVMAC. “Avatara Platform for Government supports all 110 CMMC Level 2 controls, while allowing us to inherit approximately…

KÖNIGSLUTTER, GERMANY (18 August 2026) From 1–4 September 2026, Mehler Protection will exhibit at SMM in Hamburg, presenting its latest platform protection solutions developed for the maritime sector. Visitors can find Mehler Protection | Platform Armour in Hall B5, Booth 335, where the company will showcase a range of ballistic protection solutions for naval platforms, alongside a new development addressing emerging threats in the maritime environment. A key focus of the exhibit will be M-RACC KE, Mehler Protection’s modular add-on armour solution designed to increase the ballistic protection of existing structures and platforms. Its modular concept allows the protection level…

Recent blog post as seen on Bodi.Me Continuous innovation is the heart and engine of Bodi.Me. Fashion fit technology cannot stand still because bodies, garments, workforce demographics, regulations and business systems are constantly evolving. Continuous research and development keeps sizing technology relevant, accurate, scalable and commercially valuable. When a business partners with Bodi.Me, it does not simply adopt Size-Me as a sizing solution. It gains a long-term technology and operational partner—and access to a specialist digital team with deep knowledge of body data, garment construction, fit, size demand and apparel supply chains. More than a sizing solution Successful innovation is…

In military, law enforcement, and professional shooting environments, equipment is judged by performance under pressure, not by specification sheets or marketing claims. An optic either tracks correctly, holds zero, and remains usable under stress, or it doesn’t. Apex Optics was developed with that standard in mind. The focus is straightforward: build precision rifle optics intended for duty use, where reliability, innovation, repeatable mechanical function, and usable optical performance are critical requirements. All Apex optics are manufactured and assembled in Japan using Premium ED Japanese glass. The optical system is designed to provide clear resolution, usable contrast in variable lighting, and…

By Ryan Domke Posted in #Gear Why do you need a survival axe? When people think about prepping gear, they usually focus on the obvious items first. Things like emergency food kits, water filtration, firearms, medical supplies, generators, and radios tend to dominate the conversation. While all of those things matter, one tool that consistently proves its worth in real-world survival situations is the axe. A quality axe or hatchet remains one of the most practical and versatile tools a person can own. Since cavemen (and women, of course) existed, “axes” in some shape or another have…

Patented mount delivers ultra-low direct-mount depth with swap-anytime sight versatility. Hardy, Va. (August 2026) – Accuracy X, Inc (AXI), the makers of the world’s proven most accurate pistols, has introduced the Multi-Sight™ MAX System, a patented optic-mounting platform that pairs the ultra-low profile of a direct mount with the durability and configurability the company has built its reputation on. The new system expands, rather than replaces, the original Multi-Sight System, which remains in production and fully supported. Direct-mounting a red dot has traditionally forced shooters to trade away long-term reliability and versatility. The Multi-Sight MAX ends that compromise. At the…

Black Diamond – Men’s Technician Pro Mid Approach Shoes Black Diamond has introduced a heavier, over the ankle approach boot to their footwear lineup. The goal was to combine the fit and comfort of a running shoe with stability and edging performance of an approach shoe. Features: Built with BD.dry™– BD’s engineered waterproof/breathable/windproof solution Refined toe box for edging precision and performance Super foam max cushion midsole with forefoot plate maximizes comfort Vibram® Megagrip outsole, dual density hybrid midsole, and an engineered TPU plate Nubuck leather upper and BD.dry ™ waterproof/breathable liner BD calls this color “Olive.” Offered in sizes…

Do the police have the right to stop you just because they saw a pistol printing under your shirt?Imagine walking down a Baltimore sidewalk on a hot July afternoon. Your legally carried handgun, holstered inside the waistband under a T-shirt, prints slightly. An unmarked police car pulls over. A detective orders you to raise your hands. You immediately and repeatedly tell him you have a valid carry permit and offer to show it. Instead, officers handcuff you, remove the holstered gun, reach into your satchel and pockets, and ultimately recover a second firearm and suspected cocaine.This real encounter from July…