Firearms

The FP-45 Liberator: a crude yet iconic symbol of resistance, designed to turn the tide with one .45-caliber shot at a time.

WWII’s Cheapest Weapon: The Story of the FP-45 Liberator Pistol

The FP-45 Liberator wasn’t just a gun; it was a middle finger to tyranny—a single-shot lesson...

World Nov 16

Smile says 'photo op,' but the Snipex T-Rex says 'business is booming'—literally.

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Ukrainian Sniper with Snipex T-Rex Rifle and Suppressor

The Snipex T-Rex isn’t just a rifle—it’s a portable artillery piece that turns anything in ...

The Pic of the Day Nov 12

Former Army Officer Looks at All Five Generation of Glocks

From curtain rods to combat pistols, Glock’s journey proves that innovation and a stubborn refu...

Firearms Nov 08

This is what I call a "War Unicorn". Image Credit: Reddit

Understanding Gun Culture 3.0: Why My Hippie Neighbors Just Bought a Glock

Gun Culture 3.0 isn’t about hunting or heritage; it’s a new breed of American grit wh...

US Politics Nov 04

A Marine pauses before taking aim at a target.

1911: A Delta Force Workhorse

The 1911 in Delta was less a sidearm and more a trusted, stubborn warhorse that’d stick with yo...

Expert Analysis Oct 29

Get To Know The Yugo Pattern AK Rifle

For all the lefties out there, the Zastava M70 is a rare gem—a battle-proven rifle that’s rea...

Firearms Oct 28

Ukrainian soldiers from the Special Police Force traverse a corner during Rapid Trident 2019. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Joanna Gaona Gomez

Get To Know the Small Arms of the Ukrainian Army

Forgive me for not using the word “gun” in the title of this piece. From day one in t...

World Oct 25

The gold-washed, intricately engraved pistol with ivory grips and Adolf Hitler's initials serves as a haunting relic of the Third Reich's dark history.

How Hitler’s Gold Walther Pistol Made it to Cleveland

The curious tale of Hitler’s 50th birthday present, a gold-washed Walther pistol that trave...

World Oct 21

Rated Red on SOFREP: Watch The SIG Sauer Academy Run a Counter-Ambush Demo

Rated Red’s take on counter-ambush tactics at SIG Sauer Academy is just the kind of gritty, no-...

Security Oct 17

SOFREP’s Quick Guide to Picking the Right Handgun

When it comes to finding the perfect handgun, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—only ...

Firearms Oct 16

Brazilian Army soldiers and their FN FALs.

The FN FAL: A Trusted Battle Rifle in Over 90 Nations

The FN FAL, known as ‘The Right Arm of the Free World,’ defined Cold War battlefields...

Military History Oct 13

Op-Ed: Why I Own “So Many” Guns

They sometimes multiply if you aren’t watching.

Featured Oct 05

Stealthy and deadly, the Barrett MRADELR sniper system locks on target, proving its dominance in extreme long-range precision.

Barrett Firearms Secures First International Government Contract For MRADLER Precision Extreme Long Range Rifle

With the MRADELR, Barrett continues to redefine the limits of long-range precision, arming allied...

World Sep 26

In the dead of night, the right light and a trusty 12-gauge shotgun are all you need to turn the tables on any threat.

Navy SEAL Sniper Head Instructor, Brandon Webb, on Why the 12-Gauge Shotgun with High Powered Light is the Ultimate Home Defense Weapon

When it’s 3 a.m. and someone’s breaking down your door, you don’t want to mess with gadgets...

Expert Analysis Sep 25

Just like Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark, the Nazis’ obsession with mystical relics and occult power led them on wild goose chases, but no amount of ancient magic could turn the tide of war in their favor.

Hitler’s Weird and Lethal Nazi Weapon Projects You’ve Never Heard About

The Nazis blurred the line between genius and insanity, crafting weapons like the V-2 rocket that...

World Sep 23

Honor guards fire AK-47 assault rifles during Mikhail Kalashnikov's funeral at the Russian Federal memorial military cemetery outside Moscow, December 27, 2013. Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP

Navy SEAL Sniper on Why the AK-74 Trumps the Colt M4

There is a reason we used AK-74s during over the beach operations in the SEAL Teams. The damn thi...

Firearms Sep 08

Jesse Ventura (SEAL) fires an M134 Minigun nicknamed "Old Painless" in the 1987 movie Predator.

M134 Minigun – “Old Painless” Lives and Fires

When you hear the M134 Minigun roar to life, it’s not just a weapon firing; it’s the sound of...

Weapons Aug 29

The Chinese QBZ-195T reconfigured to use 5.56 ammo. Image Credit: Defence Security Asia

Could the Chinese QBZ-195T Become the Next ‘Go-To’ Rifle of Thai Special Operations Units?

The QBZ-195T is a modern Chinese assault rifle poised to equip Thailand’s special forces wi...

Firearms Aug 09

Freedom and firepower. An American flag AR.

The AR-15 is Here to Stay: Court Rules Against New Jersey Ban

A Federal judge strikes down NJ’s AR-15 ban, sparking legal battles over gun control and Se...

News Aug 05

A Marine fires an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle from the standing position. (DVIDS)

US Marines Eye High-Tech Upgrade to Combat Drone Threat

US Marines seek high-tech rifle attachments to detect, track, and defeat hostile drones, ensuring...

Weapons Jul 31

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WWII’s Cheapest Weapon: The Story of the FP-45 Liberator Pistol

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Ukrainian Sniper with Snipex T-Rex Rifle and Suppressor

Former Army Officer Looks at All Five Generation of Glocks