Firearms x Culture
Smith & Wesson expands its concealed carry lineup with the Bodyguard 38 2.0, a lightweight .38 Special +P revolver featuring a 1.875” barrel, five-shot capacity, and double-action-only operation. Designed for personal defense, it includes ambidextrous controls, enhanced sights, and an optional Crimson Trace integrated laser.
StudioCanal has announced a reboot of the classic film Escape from New York, originally directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken. While details remain limited, the reboot aims to revisit the iconic dystopian world and one of the most influential antiheroes in action film history.
IWI US introduces the ARAD 5 rifle, a modular 5.56 platform featuring a semi-monolithic upper receiver, short-stroke gas piston system, and patented QD CamLok barrel system. Designed for military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters.
Taurus enters the personal defense weapon market with the new RPC, a 9mm roller-delayed platform designed to reduce recoil and improve shooting experience. Featuring fully ambidextrous controls, M-LOK compatibility, a 4.5” threaded barrel, and optional folding brace, the RPC delivers modern performance in a compact PDW configuration.
Ruger expands its iconic 10/22 lineup with new carbon fiber models, including a standard configuration and a takedown variant featuring a carbon fiber-wrapped barrel. Both rifles include 16.1” cold hammer-forged barrels, 1/2×28 threaded muzzles, and Magpul stocks, delivering lightweight performance, enhanced durability, and modern versatility while maintaining the reliability of the classic 10/22 platform. MSRP ranges from $629 to $729.
B&T AG announces plans to establish a new Swiss-owned U.S. operation amid its ongoing dispute with B&T USA. The move aims to restore direct control over manufacturing, distribution, and support for B&T products in the American market.
Rockstar Games confirms a new data breach involving third-party systems, as hacker group ShinyHunters issues a ransom demand. Here’s what we know about the breach, its potential impact, and how it compares to previous GTA VI leaks.
Sony is moving forward with its long-awaited Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation after nearly two decades of development setbacks. With new directors attached and the project now under Columbia Pictures, the iconic franchise created by Hideo Kojima may finally make its way to the big screen raising questions about whether the film will honor its complex themes, characters, and legacy.
Extraction 3 begins filming this summer with Chris Hemsworth returning as Tyler Rake, alongside Idris Elba and Golshifteh Farahani, as Netflix continues its hit action franchise.
Stirling Timepieces and Khimara Strategy & Tactics collaborate on a limited-edition Durrant watch, featuring an NH35 automatic movement, DLC-coated 316L steel case, and mission-driven design built for real-world performance.
