HK Gives us the SP7 – Maybe

Are we getting an SP7 before GTA 6? Maybe. I don’t know when either will release, but it’ll be funny to see the SP7 hit American shores before I download GTA on the PS5. The SP7 and the rifle variant, the PCC7, are the civilian-legal versions of the famed HK MP7. The 4.6x30mm gun has […...

By Travis Pike

USS Hornet (CV-12): Carrier that Stung Japan

The USS Hornet (CV-12) stands as one of the most storied aircraft carriers in United States naval history, playing a decisive role in World War II as part of the Essex-class fleet. From its origins as a replacement for the lost USS Hornet (CV-8) to its participa...

By Peter Suciu

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

America's Oldest Shooting Club: Newport Rifle Club Turns 150

It’s a year of anniversaries in the American shooting world, as the country celebrates its 250th anniversary and gun manufacturers put out commemorative edition rifles to go with that birthday. But in Newport, Rhode Island, local shooters are celebrating a big birthday of their own. The New...

By Zac K

Luger History: World’s Most Recognizable Pistol

Modularity is the holy gospel in military circles these days. Distilled to its essence, a modular weapon system uses a single basic chassis that can then be customized to perform specific missions. Think of it like Barbie dolls for gun guys. By mixing and matching accessories, you can be ready fo...

By Will Dabbs, MD

220 Swift vs. 22 Creedmoor: Which Is King of the .22 Centerfires?

The .220 Swift was the fastest production cartridge for many decades, and it still beats factory 22 Creedmoor speed. But is it really top dog? The post 220 Swift vs. 22 Creedmoor: Which Is King of the .22 Centerfires? appeared first on Outdoor Life.

By Tyler Freel

Evolution Outdoor Lands Bass Fishing Hall of Fame Angler Bill Dance

Evolution Outdoor announces a brand new partnership with none other than Bass Fishing Hall of Fame Angler and legend, Bill Dance. With his standout tournament career, Dance is widely regarded as one of the greatest competitors in bass fishing history. A seasoned veteran on the history of B.A.S.S....

By Adam Scepaniak

Chesty Puller: Most Decorated U.S. Marine in History

Lieutenant General Lewis Burwell “Chesty” Puller is the most decorated Marine in U.S. history and has been awarded the nation’s second-highest military award for valor six times, with five Navy Crosses and one Distinguished Service Cross. He fought guerrillas in the Haitian and Nicaraguan �...

By Friedrich Seiltgen

A Soviet Experiment - The Kalashnikov Assault Carbine

Shortly after the adoption of the Kalashnikov design in 1949, Soviet small-arms development found itself at a doctrinal crossroads. The AK emerged as the final survivor of a rigorous postwar rifle competition, and, in an odd twist, it was accepted despite not fully meeting the full-auto accuracy ...

By Lynndon Schooler

POTD: From Polish Service to U.S. Shores - The FB Radom VIS-100 M1

Today’s Photo Of The Day takes a closer look at the Fabryka Broni VIS-100 M1, a Polish-made 9mm pistol derived from the service sidearm currently issued to the Polish Armed Forces and police units. Imported to the U.S. in a civilian-legal configuration, the VIS-100 M1 blends modern duty fea...

By Eric B
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