Author: Jack Bogart

In the world of suppressors, six years is a long time. That’s how long the Nomad Ti family has been around, and its latest generation marks a significant departure from previous designs. It still has the deep tone and versatility we’ve come to appreciate, but instead of being a welded, tubeless can, the new one is fabricated via additive manufacturing — 3D printing in metal. Dead Air has more experience than most when it comes to additive manufacturing. Their Lazarus 6 and Mojave 9 cans are both made this way and make use of a patented helical baffle design that…

By Will Dabbs, MD Posted in #History George lived about a block from where I grew up. A Vietnam veteran and avid hunter, he came back from the war and opened a gunsmith shop attached to his home. Every morning, he simply walked from his kitchen out onto his driveway and into his shop. He spent his days working on customer’s firearms and then wrapped up in time for supper. His precious wife taught me sixth grade. I came of age in the 1970s. Back then, the internet was but a gleam in a young Al Gore’s…

The Hows and Whys (and Fixing) of the Israeli Carry Way A magazine filled with defensive ammunition, but none in the pipe. The chamber sitting empty before the action. This is empty-chamber carry, and it’s been subject to great debate in the American gunosphere. So, let’s discuss its history, the motivations behind the empty chamber, how to solve those problems, and lastly how to do it right if you’re going to do it anyway. HISTORY ISRAEL There’s a reason why carrying with an empty chamber is also called “Israeli Carry.” This form of carry has been a standard in Israel…

Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) announced that it has won a contract from the U.S. Army to deliver prototype K9 Mobile Howitzers (K9MH) for the Army’s new Mobile Tactical Cannon (MTC) program. The agreement provides for the accelerated delivery of six prototype MTC systems, with an option for an additional 12. This award marks HDUSA’s first major contract with the U.S. Army.  HDUSA will provide a technically superior and rapidly fieldable 155 mm artillery system that supports the U.S. Army’s modernization and long-range precision fires objectives. With more than 2,500 K9 Howitzers already fielded globally, Hanwha is uniquely positioned to partner…

Taking 3 of 8 spots in a “Best of” list along with another honorable mention is a good outcome by any measure. Popular Mechanics might not have the same cache it once did, but still a major accomplishment. Taking best overall was the rotating tri-grit Benchstone Sharpener…   Most Versatile and Precise went to the the Precision Adjust Elite.  I concur with this assessment. I have extensive experience with this unit and it is among the best out there… The Ken Onion Mk 2 won Best professional… I have much less experience with this one, though I have heard good…

Since 1775, the United States Army has defended our republic and carried the torch of liberty through suffering and sacrifice. From the frozen Delaware at Trenton to the bluffs of Normandy, the jungles of Guadalcanal, and the winter hills of Chosin, American Soldiers faced enemies in brutal conditions and held the line. They answered the Nation’s call. One hundred and ninety campaign streamers fly from our Army flag, each testifying to the valor of our forebearers. Their legacy is ours to uphold. Answering the Nation’s Call The Army serves the Nation. We preserve peace and security, support our national objectives,…

Reptilia Releases Saddle Mount for Beretta A300 20 Gauge Shotguns The new low-profile optic mount brings Aimpoint® ACRO and Steiner Optics® MPS™ compatibility to the Beretta A300 20 Gauge platform. Reptilia is expanding its line of purpose-built shotgun optic mounts with the release of the SADDLE™ Mount for the Beretta® A300™ 20 Gauge, designed specifically for optics utilizing the Aimpoint® ACRO footprint. The new SADDLE provides a lightweight, durable, and low-profile mounting solution for A300 20 Gauge owners looking to add a modern enclosed-emitter red dot optic while maintaining the natural handling characteristics of the shotgun. Machined from billet 7075-T6…

Taurus has just released a .380 Auto variant of its GX4 Carry T.O.R.O. pistol.When it comes to affordable defensive pistols, Taurus’ GX4 line has become a very popular option. The company has released variants of the handgun in different sizes and colors, models with optics-ready slides, and even a version with a pistol brace, but until now, they’ve all been in 9mm Luger. For those looking to pack something with a bit less punch, there’s the new GX4 Carry T.O.R.O. .380 Auto to consider.Most people prefer defensive handguns chambered for 9mm Luger these days, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t…

August 15 is recognized as the birthday of the Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldier program, or KATUSA. The program was created only weeks after the Korean War ignited, and to this day KATUSAs continue to serve side-by-side with Eighth Army Soldiers providing priceless support and friendship. The Korean War began June 25, 1950. Roughly three weeks later the KATUSA program was initiated July 15 by an informal agreement between the Honorable Syngman Rhee, president of the Republic of Korea, and General of the Army Douglas MacArthur, commander in chief, United Nations Command. During the first two months…

ST. LOUIS and CHESAPEAKE, Va., Aug. 17, 2026 — Avatara, a provider of compliant IT systems-as-a-service, and AVMAC LLC (AVMAC), an aviation and maritime technical services company supporting the U.S. Department of War (DoW), today announced that AVMAC has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 using Avatara Platform for Government, receiving a maximum score of 110 with no Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). “AVMAC is proud to achieve this important milestone,” said Bert Ortiz, Founder, President and CEO of AVMAC. “Avatara Platform for Government supports all 110 CMMC Level 2 controls, while allowing us to inherit approximately…