POTD: Next Stop Brussels–Schuman - Belgian Paratroopers Go Underground

Photo Of The Day, and we go full Special Forces. The story takes us underground, where the 22nd Assault Company of Belgium’s 3 Para transformed Brussels–Schuman  metro station into a Close Quarters Battle training environment. Far removed from open terrain, this setting emphasize...

By Eric B

First Round Hit: Best First Pistol

The subject of whether to use a pistol is not the focus of this article; let us assume we have decided to start with the handgun instead of a shotgun or rifle for the sake of debate. The best approach is to establish some basic standards for the modern pistol as a defensive weapon. The first ques...

By Toby M

A Summary History of Firearm Ammunition

Firearm ammunition has been a fundamental component of both the evolution of firearms and the progression of military, law enforcement, and civilian practices throughout history.

By Alan Chwick

[SHOT 2026] Caracal CMP Pistols and CSR Bolt Guns Now Available

At SHOT Show 2026, Caracal USA  announced that the CMP9 and CMP9K pistols, as well as the CSR308 and CSR338 bolt-action rifles, have finally hit the US market. In my opinion, what should make these firearms appealing to customers is that Caracal is a well-established player in the military s...

By Hrachya H

Understanding Pistol Red Dot Footprints

DPP, RMSc, RMR, ACRO, and Doctor Optics: all similar but different red dot footprints. Are you confused yet? The world of optics footprints is messy and confusing. The naming conventions sometimes overlap, also adding to the quagmire. In this article, we’ll sort through it all to provide a clea...

By Cory Ross
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