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By Chris Capelluto Jul 14, 2020

History

The AK-47 family of weapons is evolving with Russia’s new Ratnik AK-12

The creator of the AK-47, Mikhail Kalashnikov, developed the weapon in response to a German-engineered firearm called the Sturmgewehr 44...

By Chris Capelluto Jul 9, 2020

Gear

In this video, we’ll learn about the specifications, armament, unit organization, and tactics of Stryker Brigade Combat Teams. Full disclosure,...

By Patrick Baker Jul 6, 2020

Gear

The Army and Marine Corps agreed to start acquiring large numbers of the Carl Gustaf recoilless rifle. To anyone saying...

By Chris Capelluto Nov 13, 2019

Analysis

A system that intercepts enemy rockets and a brand-new munition? Tank you very much

By Chris Capelluto Oct 25, 2019

Gear

We spoke to the people at General Dynamics to get some details on their bid to replace the Army's M4...

By Chris Capelluto Oct 9, 2019

Entertainment

Not many people know the creator of the .50 cal sniper rifle was originally a professional photographer who was inspired...