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Earlier this year we had a chance to attend Lever Fest, a celebration of the lever-action rifle, at Range Ready in Robert, LA. A number of lever-action rifle manufacturers brought rimfire and centerfire offerings to check out, with everything from .22 LR to .45-70 Gov’t on hand. I’ve mentioned my affinity for the .22 LR lever-action rifle previously, and Savage brought its new Revel line of rimfire rifles to feed this addiction. Standard bulk .22 LR ammunition was plentiful, but there was another, purpose-built round available: Federal Premium’s .22 Punch. Designed to work better in shorter barrel revolvers and semi-automatics,…

When the temperature drops, the best down jackets for women deliver the warmth, comfort, and versatility you need for any cold-weather adventure. Whether you’re hiking through early snow, ski touring at sunrise, or staying warm in town, today’s top women’s down jackets balance insulation, weight, durability, and packability better than ever. Our team of women testers, led by GearJunkie Editors Chris Kassar and Morgan Tilton, put each jacket through long ski tours, cold hikes, and frigid photography missions across the Rockies, Tetons, and beyond to find the warmest and most functional options for every adventure. After months of testing, our…

By Tom Laemlein Posted in #History “We call upon the government of Japan to proclaim now the unconditional surrender of all Japanese armed forces, and to provide proper and adequate assurances of their good faith in such action. The alternative for Japan is prompt and utter destruction.” The Potsdam Declaration, issued on July 26, 1945, and signed by U.S. President Harry S. Truman, United Kingdom Prime Minister Winston Churchill, and Chang Kai Shek, President of China. World War II was coming to an end. The effect of two atomic bombs, at Hiroshima on August 6th, and Nagasaki…

Winter outside can be magical — but only if your fingers don’t go numb. The best hand warmers can turn a frigid day into a comfortable adventure, and today’s options are nothing like the flimsy packets of the past. Longer run times, hotter heat, multiple settings, and even rechargeable electric warmth mean you can dial in exactly how cozy you want to be. We got our hands on the top-selling and most intriguing warmers, tore open the packaging, and tested them in Colorado and the Tetons. After hours of skiing, sitting, tailgating, and waiting in hunting blinds, we know which…

Just the other day, I headed to the gun range to get an adjustable-sight .357 Magnum revolver set up to print my chosen ammunition to point-of-aim at 25 yards. That took all of about 15 minutes. After that, I was done concentrating and spent another 20 to 30 minutes shooting steel plates at 100 yards, just for fun. It was a successful and pleasant morning. Too often, in this busy world, we don’t get to the practice range often enough, and when we get there, we don’t always make the best use of our time. A person can only really…

Pre-Order PR06PF Flannel Shirt from PRISM This looks like just another flannel, but isn’t. The PR06PF is PRISM’s version of a non-discrete concealable flannel. Featuring a total of 6 pockets, this flannel is a good way to disguise most gear for any op. Whether you’re going out for the night or running undercover work, you can trust you won’t look the part. The shirt features 4 chest pockets and 2 zippered sleeve pockets, but all of which are not recognizable. Custom colors will be launched in 2026 as well as additional feature updates. This initial pre-order is another sku of…

At SAR USA, “The best should be within everyone’s reach” is much more than a tagline upon which the company hangs it’s hat: It’s a philosophy and a promise that gets assembled into each an every gun that ships out their factory doors. When they say that quality firearms shouldn’t be a privilege reserved for the deepest pockets, they damn well mean it.  Based in Miami, SAR USA is the exclusive importer in the United States for Sarsilmaz firearms, ammunition, and accessories. They continuously collaborate with Sarsilmaz to curate and import products that are purpose-built to meet the needs and…

When the mercury plunges and the trail vanishes beneath ice and snow, your boots become more than gear; they’re your lifeline. The best winter hiking boots lock in warmth, seal out slush, and claw into slick terrain so you can push on instead of turning back. For over two decades, lead testers Chris Kassar and Ryan Kempfer have chased winter miles to see which boots actually deliver. This season, we upped the ante — lacing up 15 pairs and thrashing them through deep drifts, icy creek crossings, and frozen forest paths to find out what holds up when it matters…

Nobody likes cold, clammy, or tingly feet. Seemingly simple, the best ski socks are actually a highly technical layer that plays a crucial role in keeping your feet warm, dry, and comfortable from first chair to last run. Finding the right pair for your foot shape, circulation, and activity level, as well as for the day’s temperature and snow conditions, can make all the difference between cutting the day short and squeezing in those last perfect turns. Over the past five years, we’ve tested dozens of ski socks to find the best performers for every type of skier and rider.…

After a long 14-hour day in the whitetail woods, it felt good to sit down at the table and eat some dinner. It had been a tough day, with temps in the 80s and limited deer movement. I pulled up the weather app, and a smile came across my face. Temps in the 40s tomorrow morning: The cold front I had been waiting for all season was here. I went into the closet and stuck the SITKA Stratus 2.0 bibs and jacket into my hunting pack. The next morning, I had a grueling hike into the stand. After crawling up…