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Mission First Tactical recently unveiled the latest member of its Guardian holster series, the new Mission First Tactical Guardian OWB Modular Hole Pattern Light Bearing Holster. This new holster is designed to standard 9mm Glock pistols wit four-inch barrels, including the Glock G19 and Glock G45, as well as the Ruger RXM. The Mission First Tactical Guardian OWB Modular Hole Pattern Light Bearing Holster relies on a powerful rare-earth neodymium management as its primary means of retention. Even though this is a light-bearing holster, this outside-the-waistband belt holster does not “grab” the attached tactical light’s body as some light-bearing holsters…

MONA, Utah – August 4, 2025 – Barnes Bullets is proud to introduce Barnes Reserve, an exclusive new ammunition line that builds upon the company’s storied reputation for ballistic innovation. Designed specifically for hard-to-find and specialty hunting cartridges, Barnes Reserve represents the next evolution in Barnes’ pursuit of precision, performance and craftsmanship. Now available exclusively through the Barnes Bullets website, Barnes Reserve combines decades of ballistic expertise with the finest components and meticulous hand-loading by Barnes Bullets’ in-house experts. Each cartridge is engineered with match-grade tolerances and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure the lowest standard deviations and exceptional accuracy in…

By Steve Tarani Posted in #Survival Have you ever heard of violent physical attacks known as the so-called “Knockout Game”? Instances of these attacks have appeared in small towns and large cities all across these United States. What can you do to prepare yourself and successfully survive one of these attacks? That’s what we will be discussing today. What Is the Knockout Game? The “knockout game” is one of many names given to physical assaults in which one or more assailants attempts to knock out an unsuspecting victim, often with a single sucker punch, all for the…

For us, “Drill Practice” is isolating an individual part of a skill and focusing intently on improving or mastering said skill. The  overall goal with good drill practice is to maximize one’s improvement while minimizing overall effort. Success equals consistencyover time. Recoil control is frequently discussed, but it is often not thoroughly explained. Its importance can be distilled into two key aspects: faster shot-to-shot recovery and improved accuracy. Excessive recoil increases the time required to reacquire the sights, which can lead to rushed, imprecise shots or outright misses. Additionally, effective recoil control enhances accuracy in more subtle ways—when sight movement…

Nomad Outdoor Now Exclusive Source for New Gear in Classic PatternCHARLESTON, SC. (August 6, 2025) – Nomad Outdoor has brought back the classic Mossy Oak New Break-Up pattern camouflage, releasing in-field gear as well as lifestyle apparel across several different lines. First introduced in 2002, Mossy Oak New Break-Up was the first-ever photo-realistic camo pattern designed specifically for hunting.  Characterized by extraordinarily realistic bark backgrounds, New Break-Up used incredibly sharp images of limbs and leaves combined with deep shadows to create a 3-D realism effect never before seen. Now, years after it was discontinued as an active pattern, Nomad Outdoor…

Using modern agile development tools to verify the integrity of data to reduce vulnerabilities in cyber systems, implementing automation with required regulation and policy to secure vulnerable networks, developing guidebooks and processes for acquisition professionals to understand program protection – these are just some examples of the work being done by summer interns this year at Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (PEO IEW&S). After the positive experiences from last year’s cohort, PEO IEW&S once again hosted several interns through the Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC). The intern program is a collaboration between academia and the Department of…

Whether you’re chasing adventure, hitting the beach, or just running errands, a good pair of flip-flops can go a long way. To help you find the best, we tested dozens of styles and walked miles through sand, streets, and a few airports. Florida-based outdoor enthusiast Brandy Jo Hastings has worn flip-flops for four decades, logging countless hours in everything from bargain bin pairs to high-end models. Hawaii-based flip expert, Scott Tharler, still recalls scoring a free pair at a Dodgers game and wearing them far longer than expected. From backyard lounging to long beach walks, we put each pair through…

Water shoes are essential for protecting your feet from sharp coral, slick rocks, cold water, mosquitoes, and sunburn. The best water shoes keep you steady on paddleboards, comfortable on beach runs, secure while wade fishing or portaging kayaks, and sure-footed around pools and rocky riverbanks. Lead tester Nathan Ward is a lifelong adventurer who has paddled his fair share of rivers across the globe. He tested water shoes in the heat and saltwater of the Caribbean and the icy snowmelt of the Rockies. In 2025, wildlife guide and outdoor enthusiast Ryan Kempfer took over testing. He put water shoes to the…

Sun blazing overhead, miles to go — the best sun hats shield your head, face, and shoulders from harsh UV so you can stay cool, sharp, and ready for that next climb, cast, or paddle stroke. We tested over 20 hats in different environments to craft our selection of top picks based on UPF rating, durability, adjustability, and comfort. Our lead tester, Meghan LaHatte, has over 5 years of professional gear-testing experience. She brought each hat along on various adventures and travel scenarios to test each metric thoroughly. Maybe you’re seeking the ultimate performance of our top pick, the Patagonia Quandary…

July 2025, Texas – Firearms. Whiskey. Probably the perfect book! From Jeremy S., Deputy Editor of Shooting News Weekly, comes a new coffee table book titled Guns & Whiskey.  Guns & Whiskey contains over 100 photographs, each a pairing of one firearm and one bottle of whiskey. Every gun and every bottle of booze also receives a brief review — sometimes brutal, sometimes hilarious — by photographer and experienced gunwriter, Jeremy S. Firearms range from mild to wild, common to rare, war era to ultra modern. Likewise, the whiskeys in these pages span from $12 bottles to can’t-get-’em bottles, and Jeremy certainly doesn’t sugarcoat his…