Beating the Psychological Refractory Period

The more you ask of your brain, the slower your per-task performance is — with or without a gun. This is known as the Psychological Refractory Period (PRP), but why does it slow you down, especially in a fight for your life? And, how can you reduce the effects of PRP? First published by AT Read...

By Steve Tarani

Mikoyan MiG-29: The Reactive Fulcrum?

Military aircraft design of the Cold War era could be described as akin to physics, or, more specifically, to Newton’s Third Law of motion, which states, “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” From lessons learned in the Vietnam War, the United States Air Force determi...

By Peter Suciu

Capital Comrades - Two American 7.62x39 Platforms

The AK family of weapons is notorious, but the platform’s infamous partner is the 7.62×39 cartridge. Like Bonnie and Clyde, the AK’s reputation is inseparable from its chambering. That the cartridge is historically simple, robust, and effective is the key variable that makes the...

By Toby M

POTD: Proposed Updates for the Japanese Howa Type 20

Howa Corporation has publicly presented a set of proposed modifications for the Type 20 rifle, expanding the platform’s modularity and adaptability. The package includes an extended handguard designed to increase available space for accessories and improve forward mounting options while sti...

By Eric B

Maryland Democrats Move to Ban Glock-Style Pistols

Maryland lawmakers have advanced legislation targeting many Glock pistols and Glock-style handguns, a move gun rights advocates say attacks some of the most common firearms in America. If enacted, the measure would restrict future sales and transfers of covered pistols beginning in 2027 and could...

By John Crump

AllOutdoor Review – Vortex Defender-CCW Enclosed Solar Micro Red Dot

In the world of handgun optics, there are a few trends that are penetrating the industry right now. For one, people are in love with enclosed emitters. There are a bevy of benefits behind enclosed emitters that make them desirable to new and veteran shooters alike. Another trend is solar-powered ...

By Adam Scepaniak

Springfield Echelon 4.5F Chosen by St. Louis County Police Department

Springfield Armory has announced that the St. Louis County Police Department has adopted the Echelon 4.5F 9mm pistol  as its new duty sidearm. The Echelon series was developed as a modern, striker-fired platform with a focus on modularity, ergonomics and durability. At the core of the design...

By Eric B
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