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Category: Firearms

137 articles

Latest Firearms stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Glock 43 Review: The Compact Powerhouse for Everyday Carry

Glock 43 Review: The Compact Powerhouse for Everyday Carry

Ajita Sherer · April 17, 2025

Compact, dependable, and purpose-built for discreet self-defense, the Glock 43 delivers everything a serious concealed carrier needs—without the bulk or the gimmicks.

Glock Switches: The Tiny Devices Turning Pistols into Machine Guns

Glock Switches: The Tiny Devices Turning Pistols into Machine Guns

Guy D. McCardle · April 15, 2025

The “Glock switch” is a quarter-sized device that transforms a standard Glock into a fully automatic weapon — showing once again how rapidly firearm technology is evolving beyond what the law can keep up with.

Beretta M9: The U.S. Military’s Iconic Sidearm

Beretta M9: The U.S. Military’s Iconic Sidearm

Ajita Sherer · April 6, 2025

For over three decades, the Beretta M9 rode in the holsters of American warfighters from Panama to Kandahar, a controversial yet steadfast companion that echoed through history with every sharp, unmistakable crack.

Inside the M4A1 Block I Carbine: The Special Operations Origins of an American Icon

Inside the M4A1 Block I Carbine: The Special Operations Origins of an American Icon

The Loadout Room · March 26, 2025

The M4A1 Block I wasn’t just a rifle—it was the quiet professional’s scalpel, a finely tuned instrument of American resolve born from necessity, honed by experience, and carried with purpose into the most unforgiving corners of the world.

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.

Black Bunker BM8 Air Rifle Review: A Serious Survival Rifle

Black Bunker BM8 Air Rifle Review: A Serious Survival Rifle

Guy D. McCardle · November 30, 2024

Compact, powerful, and built for survival, the Black Bunker BM8 proves that air rifles have come a long way from backyard plinking.

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.

A Former Operator’s Inside Look at the SIG Sauer 556 Classic SWAT Rifle

A Former Operator’s Inside Look at the SIG Sauer 556 Classic SWAT Rifle

SOFREP News Team · September 21, 2024

The SIG Sauer 556 Classic SWAT is the perfect blend of AR-15 familiarity and AK-47 toughness, wrapped in Swiss precision, making it a unique and reliable choice for shooters looking for something beyond the ordinary.

PMC X-TAC Ammunition From GunMag Warehouse: Reliability and Affordability in Every Round

PMC X-TAC Ammunition From GunMag Warehouse: Reliability and Affordability in Every Round

Guy D. McCardle · September 15, 2024

When it comes to affordable, reliable, and mil-spec ammunition that won’t let you down when it counts, PMC X-TAC from GunMag Warehouse is the go-to choice for shooters who demand consistent performance without breaking the bank.

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.

A Look Back at the SIG P226 and the MK 25 Navy SEAL Variant

A Look Back at the SIG P226 and the MK 25 Navy SEAL Variant

SOFREP News Team · September 11, 2024

The SIG P226 is more than just a Cold War relic—it’s a trusted workhorse, blending classic design with modern-day reliability, and for us left-handed shooters, it’s easily adaptable, even if a few tweaks are needed for maximum comfort.

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