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Faxon Firearms has just entered the suppressor game with its new HARMONIX line.First announced at the 2025 SHOT Show, Faxon Firearms’ new HARMONIX suppressor line is finally here. The new suppressors are 3D-printed and feature an interesting internal structure designed to deliver excellent sound suppression with minimal backpressure.The HARMONIX suppressors are offered in two distinct models—the Sentry and the ION—and each model is available in .36 caliber, .30 caliber and 5.56mm. Faxon says the Sentry is “3D-printed from aerospace-grade Haynes 282, a high-performance superalloy known for extreme strength and thermal stability.” This allows it to be full-auto rated, but it weighs…

By Justin Opinion Posted in #Gear Enclosed optics are becoming more popular for handguns. In today’s article, Justin Opinion takes a look at an affordable red dot option from one of the best known brands in firearms optics. The company provided the optic to the author for this review. It’s interesting to think about the evolution of sighting systems on handguns over the years. Some changes certainly have been driven by need — or the desire to achieve better results, such as moving away from iron sights that were at one point actually forged as part of…

Dodge first debuted the all-electric Charger Daytona late last year and is now adding the gas-powered Charger Scat Pack, which will be available in both coupe and sedan configurations. Performance fans are a stubborn lot, as Dodge has discovered. The automaker took a big risk dropping the long-lived Charger and Challenger muscle cars, replacing them with an all-new Charger in battery-electric form. While some buyers clearly have plugged into the incredible power and torque that the Charger Daytona can deliver, sales have fallen well short of expectations, leading Dodge to put one of two versions of the EV on hold.…

Sir Charles Henry Augustus Frederick Lockhart Ross was born in Scotland, the son and heir of the eighth Baron of Balnagown, whose baronetcy he inherited at the age of 11 when his father passed away. At the height of his wealth, he was considered the second-largest landowner in the United Kingdom, with an estimated 360,000 acres and thousands of tenants on his estate. To firearm enthusiasts, he was the inventor of the series of Ross straight-pull rifles that won numerous trophies at Bisley and worldwide acclaim for their unerring accuracy. Yet, the same qualities that endeared it to target shooters…

Announced in early May, a new Army enlisted military occupational specialty, 40D, Space Operations Specialist is set to begin recruiting serving Soldiers for around 900 positions. The new MOS is a nonaccessions MOS and only available to those in grades E4-E9. Soldiers interested in transitioning to MOS 40D must have a minimum of two years of prior service in another MOS and the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. Creation of the MOS was needed as the Army continues to increase its reliance of space-based assets. Currently, the Army currently has commissioned officers in functional area 40A as…

Hey everyone, this is Shooting Illustrated bringing you another episode of “I Carry.” In today’s feature, we’re looking at the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Performance Center Carry Comp 9mm pistol and some related gear. Let’s take a closer look at this setup: Firearm: Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact Carry Comp (MSRP: $799) We’ve opted for a slightly upscale kit today, starting with the Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 Performance Center Compact Carry Comp pistol. As the name suggests, this is a polymer-frame, striker-fired 9mm compact handgun with an integral compensator and ported barrel for recoil mitigation. The Performance…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Contractor Bag w/ Frame This week’s focus is a piece of equipment that embodies versatility, durability, and adaptability: the Contractor Bag. Whether you’re on a mission in rugged terrain, working in demanding environments, or simply need a reliable way to transport gear, this bag has you covered. • Lightweight• Durable• Removable metal frame• Oversized zippered opening The Contractor Bag is a spacious duffel styled bag with removable frame. The oversized zippered opening makes it easy to load and features secondary retention straps with quick release buckles. The frame is engineered to be lightweight and durable. It has…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More If you’re thinking about ordering the 2026 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak edition, be prepared to be overwhelmed.  As the ‘SRT Hellcat’ name suggests, this special-edition Durango will carry on with the iconic HEMI V-8 under the hood. While Dodge and its siblings at Stellantis, Jeep and Ram, pulled and/or were pulling the plug on the Hemi, it lives on as EPA rules are relaxed and new management takes the reins at the car maker. That, in itself, will likely draw plenty of attention…

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — For nearly two centuries, explosive hazards, EH, have plagued the battlespace and posed a significant threat to our warfighters. During Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, EH were a primary threat to vehicles and a chief source of Warfighter casualties. Today, that threat has evolved and includes notably more complex and lethal systems, such as sophisticated new top-attack EH. Such threats demand a modern response and solution. By integrating advanced sensor technology, artificial intelligence and machine learning the U.S. Army’s countermine mission has entered a new era — an era defined by greater survivability, situational awareness,…

TOPS has a new ax to grind – well, okay, to be fair they’ve already ground it, because it’s out now. It’s called the Wolf Pax, a stout but compact chopping tool built to the usual beefy TOPS standard. In our last article about a TOPS release, the Tick fixed blade, we mentioned how versatile company CEO Leo Espinoza is as a designer. With the Tick, he showcased his ability to merge seemingly disparate concepts – the fillet knife and the EDC fixed blade – into a harmonious final piece. Here, we see him flexing his ax design credentials, something…