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Sound suppressors, or “silencers” in regulatory speak, are excellent tools for helping to preserve hearing while simultaneously limiting area noise when using firearms. Throughout the past 15 years, suppressors have become such popular accessories that they often figure into our suppressor-ready firearm tests. However, not everyone is pleased with the scope of that coverage. Periodically, we receive complaints about the absence of sound-pressure level (SPL) ratings in our reviews. While we understand the desire for that information, there’s a reason why we shy away from publishing suppressor manufacturers’ SPL data: Outside of the full context of how those numbers were…

CARBONDALE, PA, October 27, 2025 – Gentex Corporation has been selected by the Czech Ministry of Defence to deliver next-generation Ops-Core integrated ballistic helmet systems and AMP® Communication Headsets to soldiers across the Czech Armed Forces. This order was placed through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) under the NATO Logistics Stock Exchange (NLSE) contract, which is available to all NATO member nations strengthening interoperability across allied forces. The contract valued at over 1 billion CZK is scheduled for completion by October 2026. The official announcement of the selection by the Czech Ministry of Defence can be viewed here,…

By Michael Mills Posted in #Guns In today’s article, Michael Mills spends time with a new Heatseeker rifle option in Springfield Armory’s Model 2020 lineup. The gun is a beauty and Mills achieved some impressive groups with Hornady ammo. The rifle shot in this article was loaned to Mills by the company. Recently, on a beautiful 65˚ morning in the tranquil Arizona Sonoran Desert, I had an experience that will stick with me for the foreseeable future. This day started off with an hour-long drive followed by a quick range set up to test my new Springfield…

Varusteleka – L4 Winter Combat Shirt, Pant & Field Jacket Varusteleka has introduced the Level 4 Winter Combat Shirt, Pant, and Field Jacket featuring Finnish M05 Snow Camo, as part of their clothing system which is and designed to be used according to layered clothing principles. Made in the EU, each garment is available in Small through 2X-Large sizes. Winter Combat Shirt Features: Warmer combat shirt with handy winter features Sleeves insulated with Climashield Apex Breathable torso made from Cordura-blend knit fabric Stretch side pockets for electronics or such, with buttonhole openings inside for cable routing Protective turtleneck collar with…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More An Infiniti QX80 with the engine from a Nissan GT-R. That’s what Infiniti is bringing to SEMA this year. It’s called the Infiniti QX80 R-Spec, and it promises four-digit horsepower and some serious brake and suspension upgrades. All to transform the big luxury beast into something that could be shockingly fast around a racetrack, but more so to show you that Infiniti is still alive and fighting. 1,000-Horsepower 3-Row SUV The 3.5L twin-turbo V6 in the QX80 and the 3.8L in the GT-R are…

There’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned gear shop, with a carefully curated selection of products and experienced, expert employees. These stores are home to a host of services, from used gear to rentals, and local employees with strong knowledge of the area can help customers in a way that big, online retailers often can’t. Even as e-commerce continues to dominate, mom-and-pop outdoor shops survive, and we’ve rounded up some favorites, grouped by region. Next time you’re near one, try stopping by and having a chat with the staff. You never know what outdoor intel or great deals you might discover.…

COSTA MESA, Calif. – October 20, 2025 – 5.11, the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, today announced its latest partnership with EA® in the support of Battlefield™ 6, which launched worldwide on October 10, 2025. The highly anticipated title is already being hailed as a revolutionary moment in gaming, redefining realism and immersion in large-scale combat. Through this partnership, Battlefield players will experience authentic 5.11-inspired elements woven into the game’s world, bringing the brand’s hallmark of functionality and durability into the all-out warfare experience. “Battlefield has always been about immersion and intensity, and partnering with 5.11 allows…

It was 6 a.m. when my alarm went off — and rain pounded the gabled copper roof of the 300-year-old Daishinbo Pilgrim Lodge. Sunshine or not, I was in Japan to hike Mount Haguro on Honshu Island. If the downpour persisted, I would certainly find out whether my Osprey Fairview Travel Pack could duck any moisture. The day trek follows one of the country’s oldest pilgrimage routes of the ancient Shugendō spiritual tradition, a blend of Shinto, Buddhism, and Daoism. Before meeting my Yamabushi guide, I adorned the customary attire: a white robe, a woven cord necklace — symbolizing a…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The J60 Toyota Land Cruiser has been an icon for more than 40 years. But as tough as the 60 Series has been, even the newest are using engines and transmissions that were designed long enough ago that they’re eligible for early retirement. The Toyota ‘Turbo Trail Cruiser’ is a SEMA show concept that fixes that particular piece of the puzzle. Or at least it updates it. It does so by adding Toyota’s newest twin-turbo V6 under the hood. Turn the Land Slug Into…

We Knife Co. brought on superstar maker Jason Knight for a collaboration model called the Essential. The Essential is built with the expected high-end We components and materials, and also shows off Knight’s unmistakable brash and bold style. If you could boil down Knight’s approach to knifemaking to one single characteristic, it’s tempting to say that he’s all about the blade. That may seem obvious given that the blade is, y’know, pretty much the distinguishing characteristic of a knife, but it goes beyond that with Knight. A Knight blade marries form and function with exaggerated, stylized profiles that, for all…