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The Soviet APS Pistol and Its Silent Successor
Soviet APS pistol, manufactured by Molot. By Lynndon Schooler.The story of the Soviet APS pistol begins in the late 1940s with a young designer whose name would become synonymous with Soviet weapon designs and experimentation. Igor Yakovlevich Stechkin, then 26, led development at Tula Central Design Bureau No. 14 and produced the first shop prototype in 1949. Rapid iteration and factory trials followed, and by 1951, the Stechkin Automatic Pistol was accepted into Soviet service. The pace,
Beneath Norway’s Mountains
NORWAY — The ability to rapidly mobilize forces has shaped the outcomes of conflicts since the very beginning. During the opening stages of World War I, Germany’s war plans assumed that Russia would require months to mobilize its military. Instead, Russia mobilized faster than expected, forcing Germany to divert troops, weakening its advance against France […]
POTD: No Room for Guesswork in Polar Bear Country
This Photo Of The Day contains a very high dose of masculinity. When heading into remote Arctic territory, preparation is not optional. Captain Petr Kos of the 118-year-old polar vessel ANNA selected the CZ 600+ LUX chambered in .30-06 Springfield for his voyage to Svalbard, where carrying a firearm outside settlements is said to be a legal requirement due to the presence of polar bears.The CZ 600+ LUX is a traditional bolt-action rifle built on CZ’s updated 600+ platform. The LUX variant c
Small Business Spotlight: Osight
Welcome back to TFB's Small Business Spotlight! In this series, we take a look at small firearm-related businesses. Today we have a red dot optic brand, Osight.Want to be featured in our Small Business Spotlight? Fill out the Google Form and we'll consider you for inclusion.Business Name: Osight, Inc.URL: www.osight.comYears in Business: Less than one year (launched January 2025)About Osight"After 17 years of deep engagement within the flashlight industry, we've come to understand that genu
Michigan Republicans Introduce Bill To Become 30th Constitutional Carry State
<p>Michigan lawmakers introduced HB 5653 to establish constitutional carry and remove permit requirements for lawful gun owners carrying firearms.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/michigan-constitutional-carry-bill/">Michigan Republicans Introduce Bill To Become 30th Constitutional Carry State</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Isembard Raises $50m Series A to Open 25 AI-Powered Factories Serving Aerospace and Defense
Company manufactures components for aerospace, defense and robotics in factories powered by MasonOS, its proprietary agentic AI platform Round led by Union Square Ventures Supports 2026 growth from 6 to 25 factories in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France and Ukraine Dallas and London | March 9th, 2026 — Isembard today announces that it has raised […]
S&W’s 686 .357 Magnum… A Great L-Frame 7-Shooter
<p>The Smith & Wesson 686 Plus combines classic revolver durability with a seven-shot .357 Magnum cylinder and excellent range performance.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/smith-wesson-686-plus-review/">S&W’s 686 .357 Magnum… A Great L-Frame 7-Shooter</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Springfield Armory SA-35… An Update
<p>This updated review takes a closer look at Springfield Armory’s polished SA-35 Hi-Power tribute and how the new model performs on the range.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/springfield-armory-sa35-polished-review-update/">Springfield Armory SA-35… An Update</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
NYPD Precinct Brags About Seizing “Illegal” Shotguns
There are two Americas: Ours and theirsToday, our patrol officers responded to a radio run and removed these illegal firearms from our streets. Great work by our officers for their quick response and commitment to keeping our community safe! pic.twitter.com/Fze570oBo7— NYPD 115th Precinct (@NYPD115Pct) March 7, 2026The New York Police Department has lost its collective mind, especially at its 115th Precinct, which is responsible for keeping a portion of Queens and LaGuardia Airport safe, sane an
Direct Action Presents the Core Assaulter Setup
Mission first. Gear second to none. Direct Action introduces the Core Assaulter Setup – a reference configuration designed for frontline operators without a dedicated specialist role, operating in full kit under changing operational tempo. This setup is not a universal solution or the only correct configuration. It’s a reference built to demonstrate system logic, capability, […]
HEVI Savings On Turkey Ammo
It’s that time of year again, when the cold, dry weather of winter turns into the cold, soggy weather of spring. Uh, leaving that cynicism over meteorology aside, it’s also time to get ready for turkey hunting. That means it’s also time to make sure you’ve got the ammo you need for the season, and if you’re looking for savings, HEVI Shot has deals on the shells you need.Gobble, gobble! @ TFB:Mossberg Silver Reserve Shotguns: New Waterfowl, Turkey, Synthetic OptionsHEVI-Shot Ammunition Unlea
Gun Sales Rise 3.5% in February 2026 Despite Drop in NICS Background Checks
Gun Sales Rise 3.5% in February 2026 Despite Drop in NICS Background Checks, iStock-1398682785In February of 2026, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) data, compiled by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, shows that gun sales are up 3.5% while background checks are down 13.5% compared to February 2025. From NSSF:The February 2026 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,265,320 is an increase of 3.5 percent compared to the F
Henry Adds More .22 Magnum Options
Henry Repeating Arms is in the middle of a bunch of tweaks to their rifle lineup this winter, and that means more magnums! Specifically, they’re taking two of their long-running rifles, models that are very popular with youth shooters specifically, and making them available in .22 Magnum.Henry Repeating Arms @ TFB:The Rimfire Report: The Henry Golden Boy 22LR RifleGun Review: Henry Repeating Arms –Original Henry RifleHenry SPD: Innovation Meets Old-School DesignXS Sights Unveils An M-LOK Ha
US Military Confirms Death of Seventh American Soldier in Trump's War
US Military Confirms Death of Seventh American Soldier in Trump’s WarUS Central Command on Sunday confirmed the death of a seventh US soldier in President Trump’s war with Iran, as Iranian missiles and drones have successfully struck US bases in the region.CENTCOM said the soldier had died of wounds sustained by an earlier Iranian attack on US troops in Saudi Arabia…Later in the day, the command confirmed another American death during the war, a member of the US National Guard
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THINGS I PONDER… Will a .357 magnum take down a Terminator…🤔
A draft for Trump's Iran war? White House says it's 'on the table.'
A draft for Trump’s Iran war? White House says it’s ‘on the table.’Oliver Willis at Daily Kos:A ground invasion of Iran and a possible military draft are controversial issues that remain “on the table” according to an interview with White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt that aired on Sunday.Leavitt made the remarks while speaking to Fox Business host and election conspiracy theorist Maria Bartiromo. Bartiromo asked Leavitt about Trump’s possible plans for “troops o
The Arctic is No Longer Neutral | Russia vs The World | GeoMoney TV
The Arctic is No Longer Neutral | Russia vs The World | GeoMoney TVI just watched an insightful video about the Arctic’s shift from a climate research hub to a hotspot for military competition. While the world watches the headlines, Russia is reworking its Northern Fleet, NATO is adjusting to the GIUK gap, and China is advancing its “Polar Silk Road.” This is a must-watch to understand the global power struggle in the Arctic!
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