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Some cold-weather gear doesn’t fit squarely in a single season. The best down jackets for women are one of those year-round staples that are essential come winter but functional year-round. Also known as your beloved puffy or puffer, these functional women’s down jackets provide top-level warmth while packing down fairly small. Our testing team, made up of GearJunkie editors Morgan Tilton and Chris Kassar and contributor Meghan LaHatte, skied, hiked, biked, and climbed in Colorado and Wyoming across all seasons and all conditions to put dozens of down jackets to the test. Whether you’re looking for the unmatched performance of…

By Mike Boyle One of life’s harsh realities is that when we grow older, performing those simple tasks we once took for granted becomes more of a challenge. Just when you have it all figured out, one by one, the various parts of your body no longer want to cooperate like they once did. While shooting a pistol does not require the athleticism of a gymnast, the aging process can have an adverse impact on performance. While we can’t entirely turn back Father Time, with a few adjustments we can continue to perform at a relatively high level. This is…

Knife Rights Director of Legislative Affairs, Todd Rathner, was in Olympia, Washington, on Wednesday to lobby for SB 5534, the the bipartisan “Spring Blade” Ban Repeal bill, which went on to pass the Senate by a vote of 46-2. It’s now off to the House. SB 5534 would repeal the ban on sales and civilian possession of “spring blade” (automatic) knives, as well as specifically exclude them from the definition of “dangerous weapon.” We sincerely appreciate the efforts by our bipartisan bill sponsors, Senators T’wina Nobles and Phil Fortunato and Senate Law & Justice Committee Chair Manka Dhingra for moving…

Few things are more exciting than the approach of spring turkey hunting. For many hunters, it marks the end of a long winter and a much-needed return to the field. Often, spring turkey is one of the first hunts for youth hunters and one of the most accessible hunts for aging sportsmen. And it’s fun. Toms are the most active in the spring, gobbling, strutting, and trying to chase down mates for the year. Though spring turkey hunting is a favorite of most, all this gear works equally great for fall turkey season. Much of it is crossover gear that will…

National Rifle Association (NRA) Executive Vice President and CEO Doug Hamlin was honored recently by Sellmark with its prestigious Sellmark Heritage Award, which recognizes individuals who have made a “lasting impact in conservation, hunting, shooting sports and the preservation of outdoor traditions.” Hamlin accepted the award at the Sellmark headquarters in Mansfield, TX, from CEO and founder James Sellers. “It’s always great to see like-minded people standing up for our freedoms,” Hamlin said. “Sellmark understands what’s at stake. As Americans, it is our duty to ensure that our outdoor way of life, built by a strong tradition in hunting, conservation…

There is something you can do now!  The Federal Trade Commission recently launched an inquiry into technology censorship. They request public comment on how tech users have been banned, shadow-banned, or otherwise censored. You have until May 21, 2025, to submit a comment at this link https://www.regulations.gov/docket/FTC-2025-0023/document.  You can comment individually, as an employee, or on behalf of your business.  All comments can be seen publicly.  If you are concerned about your identity being revealed, there is an anonymous option. Don’t wait! Submit your comments now and let your concerns be heard. The American Knife & Tool Institute has been…

With deep roots in fine custom knifemaking, BLADE Show Texas consistently attracts the top names in the industry, making its Custom Knife Awards a true showdown of elite craftsmanship. The 2025 competition, held March 7-8 at the Fort Worth Convention Center, was no exception. The judging hall overflowed with exceptional entries in 12 categories, pushing the three-judge panel to their limits. After intense deliberation, the judges selected the finest blades of the year—including Best of Show and Best Fighter, awarded to Franco for his stunning fighter that felt as good in the hand as it looked to the eye. This…

SWANSBORO, NC, March 12, 2025 – High Speed Gear, an industry leader in tactical gear, is proud to announce that its innovative NVG (Night Vision Goggle) Pouch has officially received a National Stock Number (NSN). This recognition further cements the NVG Pouch’s critical role in military operations and reinforces High Speed Gear’s commitment to providing high-quality, mission-essential equipment to the armed forces. The NSN, a unique identifier used by military and defense agencies to catalog and track supplies, signifies that the NVG Pouch has met rigorous standards for operational use. Designed for durability, accessibility, and versatility, the NVG Pouch is…

Those who have been blissfully asleep since the beginning of 2024 might not remember the introduction of the Echelon 4.5F. That full-size 9 mm from Springfield Armory was a big hit, but not everyone appreciates the work of carrying a big gun. So, the logical folks at Springfield Armory did the obvious, and we now have the Echelon compact—dubbed the Echelon 4.0C. The 4.0C has all the good points and de- tails of its full-size brother, starting with the sculpted slide that features cocking serrations in front of and behind the ejection port. On top, there is the Springfield U-sight,…

Tasmanian Tiger x TACWRX – Flektarn Exclusive Packs During Enforce Tac our friends at TACWRX showed us several Tasmanian Tiger pack styles which they are offering exclusively in Budeswehr Flektarn, the woodland version which is now often referred to as Fünf Farben Flecktarn or five color. Seen here (clockwise) are the Mil Ops Pack 30, Pouch 8.1 Hip, and Survival Pack. Everything is made with 500D Cordura. They are also offering the Modular Hip Bag in the pattern. This entry was posted on Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 07:00 and is filed under Camo, Enforce Tac, International, Packs. You can…