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Dragunov Sniper Rifle (SVD): Top 8 Wild Facts!

Aesthetic, simple, and deadly. The Dragunov sniper rifle is almost as iconic as its Kalashnikov brother. But what do you really know about this iconic firearm? From warfare in the Iraqi deserts to being held in the hands of Rambo on the...

Concealed Carry Pants: The Discreet Guide For 2023

Whether working in an active conflict zone or simply looking to disguise your everyday carry discreetly, concealed carry pants, khakis or shorts are the way to go. It can be tough to conceal a handgun under regular clothing and tougher still...

True War Stories & The 5 Best Places to Find Them Online

One of the issues with the proliferation of community-driven content is, not to put too delicate of a point on it, the rise of the bullsh*t artist. The anonymous nature of the internet has made it easier for people to use...

Are Hotels Safe? A Security Advisor’s Guide To Hotel Safety

Over the course of my career, I’ve stayed at countless hotels in active war zones and peaceful countries. But are hotels safe? Well, yes and no. Regardless of where I am in the world, I implement a security system at every hotel...

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Prigozhin: “Betrayed” Wagner Mercenaries in Bakhmut Lack Ammo

As the battle for Bakhmut rages between Ukraine forces, the Russian military, and the notorious Wagner PMC, tens of thousands are thought to have been killed at the time of writing. The ferocious battle over the city in Eastern Ukraine is...

IS-K Suicide Bomb Kills Taliban Governor of Balkh Province

Mohammad Dawood Muzammil, a Taliban-appointed governor of Balkh province in northern Afghanistan, was slain in an Islamic State suicide attack at his office today. The targetted attack of the provincial governor, in which one other person also died, was deemed to be...

Lithuania: Russia Can Maintain its War in Ukraine for 2 More Years

Increasing chatter around Russian supply lines and the level of resources it has available have repeatedly brought up the topic of how long the Kremlin will be able to maintain the costly and resource-hungry war in Ukraine as the conflict turns...

Senior Islamic State Commander in Afghanistan Killed by the Taliban

Taliban fighters have reportedly eliminated one of the so-called Islamic State's most senior commanders in Afghanistan, according to government officials in the country. The slain commander was said to be behind the planning of numerous deadly attacks against diplomatic missions in...

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10 Surprising Countries With Mandatory Military Service

Mandatory military service is a thing of the past in many countries in 2023, with fewer and fewer nations calling their 18-year-olds up to serve their country. However, it does still persist in many parts...

7 Famous US Marine Sayings You’ll Never Forget!  

If there’s one thing that we all love, it’s a badass one-liner from the lips of some tough-as-nails gunnery sergeant in some Sam Peckinpah war movie.  The problem with most badass one-liners, of course, is that...

True War Stories & The 5 Best Places to Find Them Online

One of the issues with the proliferation of community-driven content is, not to put too delicate of a point on it, the rise of the bullsh*t artist. The anonymous nature of the internet has made...

War With China: Would The US Military Win in 2023?

As the last vestiges of the Cold War have fallen away and it’s become increasingly apparent that the old Russo-American rivalry is no longer the defining global conflict, experts have increasingly turned their gaze towards...

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Prigozhin: “Betrayed” Wagner Mercenaries in Bakhmut Lack Ammo

As the battle for Bakhmut rages between Ukraine forces, the Russian military, and the notorious Wagner PMC, tens of thousands are thought to have...

$6 Billion UK Defence Buildup in Response to Threats from Russia & China

Yesterday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled plans for an additional £5 billion ($6 billion) UK defence boost that aims to shore up Britain's...

7 Famous US Marine Sayings You’ll Never Forget!  

If there’s one thing that we all love, it’s a badass one-liner from the lips of some tough-as-nails gunnery sergeant in some Sam Peckinpah...

The Most Common SIG p365 Problems People Face 

Featured image credit: Youtube.com/@controlthegun The SIG Sauer p365 is often cited as one of the best concealed-carry pistols on the market, largely due to its...

Rhodesian Bush War Mercenaries: 4 Notorious Mukkas You Gotta Know About

The Rhodesian Bush War was a vicious civil conflict that took place in the unrecognized country of Rhodesia during 1964-1979.  The conflict was marked...

Story of The Rhodesian FN FAL & How To Easily Identify One

Regarding the Rhodesian Bush Wars, there are two aesthetic things associated with it: the brushstroke camo and the Rhodesian FN FAL. The FN FAL, which...

US: China May Still Be Considering Arming Russian Forces in Ukraine

It's been predicted that Russian stockpiles of weapons and ammunition will be at a severe risk of running out in 2023 due to immense...

Concealed Carry Pants: The Discreet Guide For 2023

Whether working in an active conflict zone or simply looking to disguise your everyday carry discreetly, concealed carry pants, khakis or shorts are the...

Carbine VS Rifle: The Top 5 Major Differences Made Clear

For newcomers to the world of guns, defining carbine vs rifle can often be overwhelming and confusing. But by the end of this guide,...

AK47 vs AR15: Which Famous Weapon is Better?

The AK47 vs AR15: The debate rages eternal between which of these two rifles is the better. It’s a debate grounded not only in...

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AK47 vs AR15: Which Famous Weapon is Better?

The AK47 vs AR15: The debate rages eternal between which of these two rifles is the better. It’s a debate grounded not only in the technical minutiae of two firearms but is almost an existential and philosophical one: one is the...

Red Dot vs Reflex Sights: What’s the Difference? 

A commonly asked question when it comes to firearms is “what’s the difference between red dot vs reflex sights?”. It's a question as common as carbines versus rifles and ar15s vs M16s. Many firearms enthusiasts would naturally like to use the best...

Dragunov Sniper Rifle (SVD): Top 8 Wild Facts!

Aesthetic, simple, and deadly. The Dragunov sniper rifle is almost as iconic as its Kalashnikov brother. But what do you really know about this iconic firearm? From warfare in the Iraqi deserts to being held in the hands of Rambo on the...

8 Underrated Glock Upgrades Every Owner Must Consider 

Glock offers some of the best after-market mods and upgrades that you’re likely to find, and no other type of handgun comes close.  The real difficulty is in deciding between all the different kinds of Glock upgrades on offer. With a little...