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Two brands rooted in craftsmanship and culture come together for the final drop of the season.
The Ostwind jacket blends technical performance with everyday versatility built to handle changing environments without sacrificing style.
Flux Defense continues to evolve its hybrid pistol-to-PDW concept with the new Raider P365 Ultralight. By transitioning to a polymer chassis, the platform significantly reduces weight while retaining the core features that made the original Raider popular enhanced control, increased capacity, and modular adaptability. Designed for concealed carry in multiple configurations, the Ultralight represents Flux’s latest step toward making PDW-style capability more practical for everyday users.
At Shot Show, Watchtower Defense announced the newest addition to its growing Apache lineup: the Apache Commander. Designed as a compact, duty-focused double-stack 1911, the Commander brings the company’s performance-driven philosophy into a more carry-friendly footprint without sacrificing quality and attention to detail.
A Clean Break From the JAKL Platform At Shot Show 2026, Palmetto State Armory unveiled the successor to the PSA JAKL: the AXR SSP (Short Stroke...
Long-form isn’t dead…it’s evolving.
In a world dominated by short clips and fast content, depth still matters. Context still matters. Thoughtful analysis still matters.
This piece explores why long-form writing continues to play a critical role in modern media, and how future editorial formats may blend depth with new ways of storytelling.
Modlite Systems has introduced the Noxon ANARK EDC light series, a compact illumination tool built around a practical dual-switch interface that separates low and high output without mode cycling. With USB-C charging, a lockout function, and a streamlined form factor, the ANARK is designed for everyday utility with on-demand performance. Available now.
Drones have reshaped the modern battlefield not once, but twice in the span of two decades. The first shift came during the War on Terror, when large-scale unmanned aerial systems changed how the United States conducted surveillance and targeted strikes. Air superiority no longer required a pilot in the cockpit. Persistent ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) became the norm.
Atibal Optics is expanding beyond traditional glass with the introduction of the Vantage LRF 2000, a rail-mounted laser rangefinder designed to integrate directly into the rifle system. Launched through a tiered crowdfunding model, the Vantage pairs long-range lasing capability with onboard ballistic data, positioning itself as a streamlined solution for precision shooters, hunters, and professional end users who demand immediate, rifle-mounted ranging performance.
Unveiled at SHOT Show, the Watchtower Defense Apache MK. II represents a deliberate refinement of the company’s original double-stack platform. Built from stainless steel and enhanced with a low-friction Graphene coating, the MK. II focuses on smoother operation, controlled recoil, and modern optics compatibility. In a crowded 2011 market, Watchtower’s latest iteration positions itself not as a redesign but as a calculated evolution.
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