The modern generation of body armor first began as hot, bulky wraparound Kevlar vests that protected against pistol rounds. But thanks to advances in materials sciences (and a healthy dose of government investment from two decades of continuous war) these ubiquitous police armor options have largely been supplemented or outright replaced by the leaner, more comfortable plate carrier. First popularized by special operators, plate carriers have since proliferated across American society — from SWAT officers to street cops, to tactical fitness folks (think CrossFit or the Tactical Games). And you too can capitalize on their benefits. A plate carrier not…
Whether you need a folding knife for the field or everyday carry, the Kershaw Bel Air Carbon Fiber Clip Point is up to the task.The Kershaw Bel Air clip-point carbon fiber brings premium everyday carry refinement into the hunting world with a profile built for precision, control and reliability. That’s right: A hunting knife doesn’t need a leather sheath or a stag-horn handle.Its MagnaCut blade—finished with satin grinds and stonewashed flats—offers exceptional edge retention and toughness, meaning it stays sharp through long days in the field and resists corrosion when weather turns wet or cold. The clip-point design provides a…
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The Brief: The Department of Justice filed a federal lawsuit against a local county for enacting ordinances that restrict concealed carry within 100 yards of public venues. Federal prosecutors argue these buffer zones violate Supreme Court precedent and lack the historical justification required for declaring specific locations sensitive under constitutional standards. The lawsuit asserts that local governments cannot create expansive restricted areas that inadvertently penalize lawful permit holders. This legal action aims to provide consistent carry rights and prevent a patchwork of municipal rules. Analysts expect the case to influence similar judicial reviews of carry restrictions across the country. ROCKVILLE,…
Some 650 to 950 rounds per minute. That is the exact mathematical formula required to turn an enemy formation’s fighting spirit into a desperate desire to simply survive. The United States military has spent decades crafting and perfecting this formula and has ensured its fighting men and women are well versed in its many uses and applications. U.S. Marines fire an M240B machine gun during a live-fire squad attack exercise at Twentynine Palms, California on July 27, 2026. The M240 is chambered for the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge. Image: Sgt. Alexis French/U.S.M.C. The official U.S. Army Technical Manual describes the M240 as…
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Read almost any emergency checklist and pay attention to the person it was apparently written for.That person can carry cases of water up the stairs, walk several miles without help, sleep on a gym floor, eat whatever food is handed to him and go several days without medication. He can hear emergency instructions, understand them immediately, load his own vehicle and evacuate without arguing, panicking or becoming confused. If the power goes out, he grabs a flashlight. If the building needs to be evacuated, he walks down the stairs.That person probably exists somewhere. He just does not represent most American…
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One-handed shooting seems to be a lost art. It is common to train with handguns using two hands. Two-handed shooting offers stability, increased precision and comfort. Shooters achieve their greatest accuracy with shooting while using both of their hands. However, there are several scenarios where one-handed shooting is required. One may find themselves protecting a loved one with one hand and defending themselves with the other. Imagine walking down a staircase while standing on an uneven surface. Using an off-hand to grab a rail for stability and defending oneself with the other hand is a real possibility. Art or science?…
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The pistol red dot market is a highly competitive one, so any brand that wants to carve out a slice of market share must continuously adapt or die. Those of us who carry red-dot-equipped pistols every day have come to expect more than just a common mounting footprint and adequate reliability. In order to stand out, more manufacturers are placing increased emphasis on subtle refinements to the housing designs, controls, and features of their red dot sights. The new Steiner MPS 2.0 is not a revolutionary redesign of the original MPS, which was released back in 2021. Instead, it’s exactly…
The Brief: A shooting near an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulted in three deaths and two injuries on Saturday. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the scene, and survivors were transported to St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center for emergency care. Authorities lifted a shelter-in-place order after determining there was no ongoing threat to the community. Major transit routes, including the Perrine Bridge, remain closed for the investigation, though police are not searching for a suspect. Residents are advised to avoid the area and the hospital campus. This is a developing story. TWIN FALLS, ID — A bustling…
When we first covered the coordinated attacks against more than 30 Minnesota water systems, we were careful not to claim that anyone had tried to poison the water. Nobody had confirmed that, and we were not going to turn a serious story into clickbait by inventing details authorities had not released. At that point, all we knew was that someone had gotten into the systems, interfered with pumps and controls, and knocked water plants offline across multiple communities.That caution is no longer necessary.They Were Not Trying to Shut Off the Water. Police Say They Were Trying to Contaminate It.A memo…
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I used to love working at the VA hospital. Just like everything Uncle Sam does, the Veterans Administration is bloated, inefficient, and frustrating. However, back when I worked there as a physician we still had a proper crop of World War II veterans who needed inpatient care. That was Candyland for a history nerd like me. The M4 Sherman was one of the most effective tanks of the war. However, it was still a terribly dangerous place to be in a serious scrap. Image: NARA On the rare evening when we weren’t neck deep in chaos, all it took was an…
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