Front Line Friday #9: Range Qualification Realities
Passing the qual and being ready to shoot are not the same thing. Most agencies have built their training calendar around one and called it the other.
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The Polish Westernization of the PKM - The UKM-2000P/UKM-2020S
Poland’s love for the PK series of machine guns cannot be overstated. It continues to serve today, even after the collapse of the Warsaw Pact nations and the USSR, with Western modernizations that may preserve the core reliability that made the original famous. It began when the PK entered ...
Springfield Armory Announces Launch of Aimpoint COA-Equipped Pistols
Springfield Armory has officially announced the launch of their Aimpoint COA equipped handguns for the Echelon series of pistols. All three sizes that are currently available – the Echelon 4.0C, Echelon 4.0FC, and Echelon 4.5F – can now be purchased with a factory-equipped Aimpoint CO...
PSA Olcan Review: Why the 300 Blackout Bullpup Actually Makes Sense
The PSA Olcan in 300 Blackout is more than just a JAKL-based bullpup experiment. After range time, it looks like one of the strongest arguments yet for a compact, suppressor-friendly bullpup that regular shooters can actually afford.
Son Shoots and Kills Father Who Pulled Knife During Altercation; No Charges Filed
WILLIAMSPORT, PA – A 21-year-old man shot and killed his father after the older man produced a knife during a confrontation at a Central Avenue residence, according to Williamsport Police. Following an investigation and consultation with the Lycoming County District Attorney’s Office, no ...
CZ Shadow 2 Goes Virtual with New AceVR Controller
Česká zbrojovka has announced a new partnership with Ace Virtual Shooting to introduce a virtual reality controller modeled after the CZ Shadow 2, bringing competition-style pistol shooting into a digital training environment.
What Does the Castle Doctrine Defend?
Editor’s Note: This article is not intended as legal advice. Please familiarize yourself with your state and local laws, and contact a qualified attorney with any questions you might have. There is the old saying that a man’s home is his castle – albeit smaller and certainly with bette...
Swarovski Optik Expands 2026 Rifle Scope Lineup
Swarovski Optik has announced updates across three of its core riflescope families, introducing the new dS 4-24x50 P, an updated Z6i lineup, and additional Z5i+ MRAD models. The expansion reflects continued development across digital, general-purpose, and long-range hunting optics.
Savage Arms Model 110 RF Series – Magpul, Core Tactical, Elite Precision
The Model 110 rifle and its legendary action from Savage Arms has been around for decades, aiding hunters and target shooters to engage targets and animals with confidence. Now, Savage Arms has announced their new Model 110 RF rimfire series featuring a Magpul, Core Tactical, and Elite Precision ...
Flash, Vibration, & Scent – The Berkley Dough Rider Inline Spinner
Berkley Fishing is set to redefine the inline spinner game with the new Dough Rider, combining flash, vibration, and scent all into one package. Built around Berkley’s proven PowerBait Dough with scent technology, the Dough Rider features a built-in Scent Vent located within the body of the...