Author: Jack Bogart

Thyrm Introduces Limited Edition ‘Stars & Stripes’ PyroVault 2.0 Sunnyvale, CA — Thyrm is paying tribute to America with the limited edition ‘Stars & Stripes’ PyroVault 2.0 Lighter Armor. This is the same widely popular PyroVault 2.0, in a two-tone Blue and Black colorway with blacked-out hardware. Whether you’re looking for a reliable lighter for daily use, or you need a flame source for the backcountry, the PyroVault 2.0’s durable exoskeleton, gasket seal, spring-loaded lid for one-handed opening, & lanyard attachment will keep up with you no matter the mission. The PyroVault 2.0 features include: -Dual-wall, dual-color exoskeleton design-Full gasket seal…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Exigent Circumstance Pack When the call comes, you go. The FirstSpear EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCE PACK™ is a true assault pack engineered for exigent moments, purpose-built for entry teams, breachers, and SWAT operators who need fast access to masks, grenades, and breach tools without slowing the stack. Carry it as a traditional backpack or convert it to single-strap mode to keep your rifle shoulder pocket clear for a clean weapon mount and unobstructed transitions. At its core, the EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCE PACK™ is built around three working zones: an exterior shock-cord flap that expands to carry a helmet or positive-air…

We take a look at some of the lesser-known service rifles that helped shape America’s first 250 years.The history of our country is absolutely awash in firearms, to the point that it’s impossible to fit all of them into a single article. In lieu of a list that would make your eyes glaze over, I look at a selection of rifles that are significant to our country in terms of the small arms theory of the time and the cartridges that they fired in our mutual defense.Again, while this list is not comprehensive, every one of the rifles in this…

“Affordability” is the big watchword in the auto industry these days. And for good reason, the average new vehicle comes in at more than $50,000 by the time you drive it off the dealer lot. Prefer an EV? That’ll set you back an average of $55,000, according to Kelley Blue Book. And even the typical used model now goes for $30,000. Making matters worse, automakers have been dropping many of their most affordable products. That’s where Slate comes in. Founded just 4 years ago and backed by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and other members of the online retailer’s family, the Detroit-based…

When someone dies in a national park, the details are usually revealed by park officials within days of the incident. That’s not just because deaths and serious injuries on federal land are a matter of public concern. It’s also because the deaths are often preventable, and officials want to make sure the information is disseminated widely to educate the public and hopefully prevent tragedies in the future. GearJunkie writers are familiar with that status quo, as we’ve been reporting on mishaps and accidents within national parks for many years. But policies about how the National Park Service (NPS) shares information…

WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Army announced it established its newest branch, the Space Operations Branch, marking an historic milestone in the service’s continuous transformation to meet the challenges of modern, multidomain warfare. The Space Operations Branch consolidates and formalizes the career paths of the Army’s space professionals. The new branch brings together Army Space Operations Officers, currently designated as Functional Area 40, and enlisted Tactical Space Operations Specialists, designated under the recently established Military Occupational Specialty 40D. “Land power requires warfighting expertise in all domains. What makes me proud is that our Army is not just building a capability,…

US Army Revises Wear of Chaplain Corps Identification on the ACU and ECWCS Today the US Army issued guidance for Chaplain Corps uniforms emphasizing their role as religious leaders and pastoral care providers across the force. “A chaplain is first and foremost a chaplain, and an officer second. This change is a visual representation of that fact.” – Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Within 90 days, Chaplains will remove chaplain rank insignia on the Army combat uniform (ACU) and place the branch insignia to a position of prominence at the collar. According to the guidance this emphasizes a chaplain’s primary…

KÖNIGSLUTTER, FULDA, GERMANY (24 June 2026) From protected mobility and Counter-UAS technologies to modular body armour systems, Mehler Protection presented a comprehensive portfolio of protection solutions at Eurosatory 2026. Exhibiting at Hall 5B, Stand C220, the company welcomed military, law enforcement, and industry representatives from around the world, highlighting developments designed to address evolving operational requirements across both vehicle and personal protection domains. Among the highlights was the first public presentation of the M-RACC KE protected mobility concept, an armoured tractor developed in cooperation with STEYR. Based on the STEYR Terrus CVT platform, the vehicle combines multifunctional work and transport…

A hefty number of limited editions are arriving from We Knife Co. right now, including both returning pieces and brand new models. Today’s subject, the Hull, falls into the latter category, and turns in big knife performance with a cool retro military aesthetic. The Hull is an interesting mix of design elements. First, there are the military and tactical characteristics. Its drop point blade is 3.89 inches long – a hefty piece of super steel to be sure, allowing it to land in the center of the large EDC-tactical knife-hard use work knife Venn diagram. The tapering handle looks like…

ITASCA, IL – June 25th, 2026 – Darley, a leading provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Johnson to its Board of Directors. Jim Johnson brings decades of leadership experience and deep industry expertise to support Darley’s continued growth and innovation. Jim Johnson served as President of Pierce Manufacturing from 2010 to 2023. He also served as an Executive Vice President of Oshkosh Corporation and President of Oshkosh’s Fire & Emergency business segment, with responsibility for the Frontline, Maximetal, and Oshkosh Airport Products brands in addition to Pierce. Most recently, Jim served…