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The Empire Strikes Back. Dallas. Blondie’s “Call Me.” There you have the top movie, TV show and song of 1980. While you can debate how resonant each of these pop culture artifacts is in 2025, at least one other product of that year is still going strong. For it was then that one of Gerber’s founders, Pete Gerber himself, designed the LST (Light, Smooth and Tough). The knife proved so popular that Gerber carries it to this day. But that’s not all. On the heels of the Ultralight LST and the LST Mini comes the most premium version of the…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Four men have been sentenced for attempting to smuggle more than 100 tropical birds from Puerto Rico. Their failed plan resulted in all the birds drowning. Federal authorities reported that the smugglers, all Dominican nationals, were caught last May. They were transporting the birds in a flagless vessel about 30 nautical miles north of Puerto Rico. When the U.S. Coast Guard approached, the crew threw wooden cages containing live birds into the ocean. By the time officials recovered the cages, all 113 birds had…

The Lafayette, LA, Police Department has purchased 118 Watchtower Type 15M rifles, selected for reliability and performance in high-pressure situations. Equipped with advanced optics and weapon lights, the platform empowers officers to respond more efficiently during critical situations. “As a veteran-owned company, Watchtower understands the demanding requirements for top-quality, reliable firearms needed by our military and law enforcement personnel,” said Garrett Lusk, Watchtower director of sales. “Our company has an unwavering respect for all who serve or have served our nation in the military or law enforcement, and we look forward to providing other law enforcement agencies with the finest…

If you’ve ever looked into every day carry flashlights, you might have heard of the Emisar D4V2. It is the flashlight enthusiast’s benchmark for what a flashlight should be; bright, customizable UI, and small enough to carry. That said, many people (myself included) prefer an even smaller light than the 18650 size that the D4V2 offers. So it was with great fanfare that the flashlight forums welcomed the news of the AA based D3AA. Although it took me a while, I decided to pick one up and, now that I’ve carried and used it for a few months, will give…

Plymouth, MI (March 2025) – EOTECH, the leader in electro-optics technology, has experienced exceptional growth over the last decade. In recent years, EOTECH diversified into magnified scopes, micro red dots, night-vision and thermal systems, and on-gun laser devices. Additionally, in 2022, EOTECH added a manufacturing center that develops cutting edge digital sensor systems. To support these programs and future growth, EOTECH is proud to announce the opening of their new Tech Center located in Orofino,Idaho. This state-of-the-artworkspace will provide research and development, engineering design and sustainment, testing, and prototype capabilities for all EOTECH product categories. “We are thrilled to open…

Virtual reality apps immerse users in science fiction, provide an interactive gaming experience, bring the outdoors in and more. Today, they even provide valuable firearm training in the comfort of home. It’s not quite the same as sending lead downrange, but it’s inching closer each day. Virtual reality (VR) is not new, although it was the stuff of science fiction until 1957. That’s when Morton Heilig’s “Sensorama” allowed viewers to rotate their chairs while watching 3-D movies. Three years later, he introduced the world’s first VR headset—the Telesphere Mask. Then, in 1995, Sega’s VR headset arrived, but sales didn’t match…

The new Gen 2 ETQ™ is the result of feedback from US Military, US Special Forces, Civilian EMS, Law Enforcement, and prepared citizens. The Gen 1 was the smallest windlass tourniquet on the market and is a proven product that has saved dozens of lives – but any good product can be improved upon. The Gen 2 is a significant upgrade, keeps the form factor but includes three new patent-pending features. It is much easier to use, more robust, and has a wider window of reliability. Available now at snakestaffsystems.com. Gen 2 Features: Power Curve™ *Patent Pending: The slot where…

By Justin Opinion A few years back when the Springfield Armory SA-35 was first introduced, I was eager to get my hands on one. I wanted to see the modern touches Springfield Armory had applied to the legendary John Moses Browning P-35 design. When I received my SA-35, I wasn’t disappointed. It’s one of the best modern takes on a timeless design I’ve ever seen. Over the years, that pistol has seen thousands of rounds fed through it, all without a single malfunction. I even loaned it to Massad Ayoob one day so he could shoot a qualifier course with…

There are lots of considerations when it comes to home defense weapon selection. The answer will not be the same for everyone.How to match your home defense weapon to your needs.Before you can discuss home defense weapons, you must first define “home defense.”This is complicated because home defense is not the same for everyone. It’s largely dependent on what type of home you live in and where it’s located. The goal is to match the home defense weapon to your needs, and to do this effectively you must define your needs.What is Home Defense?Needs vary so much it’s impossible to…

If you aren’t already thinking about buying your ski pass for next season, you should be. Epic passes for the 2025/26 season are currently available, and Ikon passes will go on sale on March 13. Both passes come with an early bird discount for those skiers and riders who choose to renew now. However, the price and benefits difference between the two might give some shoppers pause. Buying the full Epic Pass before the early bird discount ends will cost $1,051. The full Ikon Pass is priced at $1,329 with its early bird discount — 26% more than its competitor. The Epic Local Pass…