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Category: Firearms Technology

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Latest Firearms Technology stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Marine Machine Gunner Shows You How To Set Up an AR-15 for Home Defense

Marine Machine Gunner Shows You How To Set Up an AR-15 for Home Defense

Travis Pike · January 2, 2026

It’s easy to see why someone would choose the AR-15 for home defense. These accessories will take the gun to the next level.

The M203 Grenade Launcher: Taking Care of Bad Guys Since 1969

The M203 Grenade Launcher: Taking Care of Bad Guys Since 1969

SOFREP News Team · August 17, 2025

Discover how the M203 grenade launcher revolutionized U.S. military firepower with its decades of battlefield reliability.

Juggernaut Tactical Frame Review: The Best Upgrade for Your SIG 365

Juggernaut Tactical Frame Review: The Best Upgrade for Your SIG 365

Ajita Sherer · May 31, 2025

Swapping the stock P365 frame for the Juggernaut Tactical module is like trading in your commuter car for a street-legal war machine—heavier, meaner, and unapologetically cool.

Second Amendment Victory: Trump Administration Overturns Forced Reset Trigger Ban

Second Amendment Victory: Trump Administration Overturns Forced Reset Trigger Ban

Guy D. McCardle · May 17, 2025

The ATF tried to ban forced reset triggers with bureaucratic sleight of hand, but thanks to the courts and a DOJ about-face, the Constitution just slapped back.

SHOT Show 2025 Recap: Guns and Gear Galore in Las Vegas

SHOT Show 2025 Recap: Guns and Gear Galore in Las Vegas

Guy D. McCardle · January 27, 2025

From Osight’s cutting-edge red dots to gold-plated rifles and bear spray for Florida’s wildlife gauntlet, SHOT Show 2025 had it all—gear, grit, and a whole lot of swagger.

The Pistol and Silencer Likely Used to Kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Identified

The Pistol and Silencer Likely Used to Kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Identified

Guy D. McCardle · December 11, 2024

It appears that UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was likely murdered using a 3D printed 9mm pistol.

The SA80 – The World’s Worst Small Arms Family

The SA80 – The World’s Worst Small Arms Family

Travis Pike · October 13, 2024

The SA80 was initially one of the worst rifles to ever be fielded. However, over time, the weapon stretched its legs and became a capable assault rifle.

Former Marine Explains Why the M14 Was a Battlefield Failure

Former Marine Explains Why the M14 Was a Battlefield Failure

Travis Pike · September 12, 2024

The M14 might hold a certain nostalgic charm for some, but the truth is, this rifle was outdated the day it was born, plagued by poor ergonomics, unreliable accuracy, and an overall lack of durability that made it more of a burden than a battlefield asset.

AK-47 vs AK-74: An In-depth Comparison of the World’s Most Iconic Weapons of War

AK-47 vs AK-74: An In-depth Comparison of the World’s Most Iconic Weapons of War

Guy D. McCardle · September 4, 2024

Discover the key differences and similarities between the iconic AK-47 and the more modern AK-74 in design and performance.

The FN P90: A Special Operations and Personal Defense Powerhouse

The FN P90: A Special Operations and Personal Defense Powerhouse

SOFREP News Team · September 2, 2024

Learn about the FN P90, a compact and powerful weapon designed for versatility and reliability in military and law enforcement roles.

A Closer Look at the Venerable AR-10: Grandfather of Many of Today’s Popular Small Arms

A Closer Look at the Venerable AR-10: Grandfather of Many of Today’s Popular Small Arms

SOFREP News Team · August 23, 2024

Discover how Eugene Stoner’s AR-10 revolutionized modern battle rifles, shaping military firearms for nearly 70 years.

From WWII to Vietnam: The M1 Carbine’s Legendary Combat Legacy

From WWII to Vietnam: The M1 Carbine’s Legendary Combat Legacy

SOFREP News Team · August 21, 2024

Explore the M1 Carbine’s history, development, and combat role in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Discover its impact and versatility.

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