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From Bloodshed to Blockbusters: How the Tommy Gun Conquered Hollywood and Pop Culture

From the blood-soaked streets of Prohibition era Chicago to the silver screen, the Tommy Gun’s journey is an explosive tale of power, rebellion, and cultural significance that continues to captivate and enthrall audiences across generations. It’s an iconic American firearm, it’s image frozen in time.

Former Delta Force Operator George Hand Talks Metal Storm: There’s Fast, There’s Faster, and There’s Really Freakin’ Fast

SOFREP’s own resident Delta Force operator George Hand talks about weapons that can fire faster than you can think.

The Best Military Sniper Rifles: Precision, Power, and Range

Military sniper rifles, from the AXSR to the 82A1/M107A1, offer unmatched precision, versatility, and stealth for long-range engagements.

SOFREP Book Club: 50 Guns That Changed the World

Discover how fifty great firearms influenced and helped shape our world.

SOFREP Book Club: Handgun Buyer’s Guide

The one-stop-shop for prospective handgun buyers.

SOFREP Covers the 2023 NRA National Meeting and Exhibits

NRA members nationwide flocked to Indianapolis last week to catch the 2023 Annual Meeting and Exhibits. SOFREP was there.

Pic of the Day: International Sniper Competition

Competitors in the United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition engage various moving targets from a rooftop.

Did the Trench Broom Really Live Up to Its Deadly Reputation?

Discover the trench broom’s impact, reshaping trench warfare with compact firepower and redefining close-quarters combat dynamics.

Quick Tips for Storing Guns and Ammunition

Whether you’re a hunter, gun collector, or military enthusiast, knowing how to store guns and ammunition is an essential skill.

This Ohio National Guard Member Was Dismissed for Making Ghost Guns

The Ohio National Guard has expressed that they removed a Guardsman from their forces a few months after being informed of his arrest due to accusations of making firearms untraceable and threatening to commit a mass shooting.

Understanding the Pistol Brace Rule, While Vets File a Petition Against Biden’s Administration

A decision is scheduled to be made in January by the ATF regarding the regulation of pistol braces.

Will L5 ‘Ribbon’ Rifle Make It To the Army?

Martin Grier invented the five-barrel electronic rifle in his garage in Colorado Springs, for which he spent $500,000 out of his pocket.

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