Suppressors and Hearing Safety: What Decibels Actually Tell Us

Suppressors work, and that’s why we buy them. They both measurably and audibly cut peak noise from most gunshots down to much safer levels for the unprotected ear and, depending on caliber, barrel length, and ammo choice, can dramatically reduce risk for some setups like rimfire (though mos...

By Luke Cuenco

New Products for 2026 from the SCI Convention Floor

A hands-on look at the most exciting new rifles, optics, suppressors, and ammunition unveiled at the 2026 Safari Club International Convention. The post New Products for 2026 from the SCI Convention Floor appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Brent Spicer

Glock Gen 6: Everything You Need to Know About the New G17, G19 & G45

The Glock Gen 6 is officially here. Announced December 6, 2025 and available January 20, 2026, the new G17, G19, and G45 Gen 6 models feature improved ergonomics, a flat-faced trigger, new RTF6 grip texture, and a direct-mount optics-ready system. MSRP is $745. Find an FFL dealer near you to pick one up today.

Steiner Optics Unveils M10Xi 1-10x24 LPVO for Military and LE Use

Steiner Optics has introduced the new M10Xi 1-10x24, a premium low-power variable optic aimed at special forces and public safety units. With a true 1x low end and a full 10x top magnification, the M10Xi is designed to bridge close-quarters work and extended-range engagements in a single optic.

By Eric B

The Lost Art? How to Read a Map

It was Thanksgiving weekend. James Kim and wife, Kati, with their young daughters Sabine and Penelope, were motoring on their trip home to San Francisco on I-5, then turned toward Gold Beach on Oregon’s southern coast. The road James took began to climb. There was no traffic, and soon no cell s...

By Wayne van Zwoll

Movement To Deregulate Suppressors At State Level Continues To Gain Traction

As federal efforts target full repeal of the NFA, states like South Dakota, Georgia, and Alaska are updating suppressor laws to avoid conflicts if the tax law disappears. The post Movement To Deregulate Suppressors At State Level Continues To Gain Traction appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Mark Chesnut

Silent Steel Introduces Boltlok Quick-Attach Suppressor Mount

At Enforce Tac 2026 in Nuremberg next week, Silent Steel is debuting its new patent-pending Boltlok Quick-Attach mounting system, designed to deliver a secure, repeatable suppressor lock-up without added bulk. Boltlok addresses a common suppressor issue: mounting reliability under sustained fire.

By Eric B
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