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Faxon Firearms is launching the new Harmonix suppressor line, created via a combination of cutting-edge materials, precision 3D-printing and advanced computational-flow dynamics to deliver a suppressor that offers high levels of sound suppression with minimal backpressure. The Harmonix family currently includes two models. The first is the Harmonix Sentry, a suppressor that is 3D-printed from aerospace-grade Haynes 282, a high-performance superalloy known for strength and thermal stability. The second is the Harmonix I, which is made from lightweight, 3D-printed Grade 5 titanium and is built for shooters who demand high performance and low weight. Both models are available in three…

SOFWERX – Modular Payload Software Defined Radio SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM Program Executive Office Tactical Information Systems, will host an Assessment Event (AE) 28-30 October 2025 to identify a currently available USSOCOM modular payload Standard Version 5.1 standard compliant software defined radio (SDR) for UAS, Manned Aircraft and Small Maritime Vessels, with an open architecture to enable porting of Special Operations Forces-Peculiar waveforms as well as the ability to undergo a development effort to align SDR capabilities with USSOCOM needs. The SDR must have an open architecture that allows a development effort to be conducted in partnership with USSOCOM…

When the lift lines end and the skin track begins, your skis become more than gear — they’re your ticket to freedom. The best backcountry skis balance uphill efficiency with downhill confidence. They let you climb higher, charge harder, and adapt to whatever snow the mountains throw at you. From featherweight mountaineering weapons to playful powder surfers, we’ve tested the best to help you find the perfect partner for your next big mission. We skinned up peaks in Colorado, Vermont, and the Tetons. We dropped into couloirs, danced through tight trees, and cruised mellow glades. And, we even scored a…

By Ryan Domke Posted in #Gear One of the most popular magnification ranges for variable power scopes is 3-9x. In today’s article, Ryan Domke examines the EOTECH Vudu 3-9×32 rifle scope. What’s particularly interesting about this model is the very compact size. Does it live up to the company’s standards for optics? The company provided the scope to the author for this review. From its holographic sights to high-powered riflescopes and every type of optic in between, EOTECH has an offering for almost any shooter. Now, with the introduction of the 3-9×32 SFP (second focal plane) scope,…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The creators of the original dune buggy and some British rally car experts have just created a monster. It’s called the Meyers Manx LFG, and it will be almost as exclusive as it is capable. The buggy will include a carbon fiber body and protection system, serious performance engines, and shocks with more adjustments than your office chair. It is all to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Manx winning the first Mexican 1000 off-road race. Imagine a Manx From a 911, Not…

Mission First Tactical 7.62×51/.308 20 rd Translucent EXD Magazines Horsham, PA – (August 11th, 2025) – Mission First Tactical (MFT), proudly introduces the new MFT 7.62×51/.308 20 rd. Translucent EXD Magazines. These new magazines are the toughest, most reliable translucent magazines available on the market today. Designed to perform in the harshest conditions, these magazines meet the highest demands and are currently deployed with Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. Crafted from a military-grade proprietary copolymer, these are not your traditional Poly Carb Mags. They are designed for the AR10A/SR25/M110 pattern rifles and optimized for use with SAAMI-spec 7.62×51/.308 Winchester ammunition. The…

Mossberg 590 Shockwave Nightstick (MSRP: $700)  Range toy or serious defensive firearm? Opinions on these “firearms” are somewhat mixed. I can’t make up your mind for you, but I can describe how I started to appreciate what firearms like the Mossberg Shockwave can bring to the party. I am a defensive shotgun nerd. I’m certified by Rangemaster to teach defensive shotgun and do so regularly. I’ve attended classes in the defensive scattergun from 360 Performance Shooting and others, and my home defense gun is a tricked-out Mossberg 590.  As a result, I approached this assignment with a few thousand grains…

The Hangar-A Pack is engineered for professionals who need secure, organized, and mission-ready transport for UAS equipment. Its spacious main compartment features modular, structured interior dividers that allow for customized organization, making it easy to section off drones, payloads, batteries, and other mission-critical gear. The stiffened structure enhances protection for delicate electronics, ensuring they remain secure during rough handling, airborne operations, or rapid deployment scenarios. Reinforced and covered side-release buckles are specifically designed to withstand parachute landing impacts, offering added reliability during airdrop or airborne insertion. Padded shoulder straps with quick-release adjustment buckles provide comfort and adaptability for extended carries…

Well well well, we’ve got back-to-back KA-BAR stories here at KnifeNews. Earlier this week we talked about the Les George-designed Cool Name Knife; today we’re taking a look at the Slabby, an overbuilt tribute to the most famous KA-BAR release of them all. The USMC Fighting Knife is to KA-BAR as the 110 Folding Hunter is to Buck: it is the knife that comes to mind when the company is mentioned, and, just like the 110 gets called the “Buck knife,” the USMC is sometimes called simply a “KA-BAR.” With a history that goes back to the World War II,…

FORT BLISS, Texas – No matter where Soldiers are deployed, from the jungles of the Pacific to the deserts of the Middle East, the performance of their weapons and gear is paramount. Given the U.S. Army’s extensive history of operating in harsh, arid environments, it’s essential that the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) system be rigorously tested under extreme heat conditions. In the desert heat of Fort Bliss, TX, where temperatures averaged over 100?F, Project Manager Soldier Lethality (PM SL) and the Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) conducted the Hot Weather Test for the M7 Rifle, M250 Automatic Rifle,…