Firearms

Spain bolsters its military might with SIG Sauer’s MCX Rattler, a compact and versatile short barreled rifle, enhancing its armed forces.

In the face of the grim reality of mass shootings, I advocate for proactive preparedness, from carrying a concealed weapon to mental readiness, to improve your chances of survival in such a harrowing scenario.

In the face of America’s relentless gun violence, we must pivot from a society that reacts with only thoughts and prayers to one that proactively enacts stringent laws and fosters a culture where the sanctity of life is the cornerstone of our ethos.

In the gritty realm of gun gear, every add-on to your rifle either sharpens your edge in the fight or just weighs you down with fanciness that’s as useless as a screen door on a submarine.

China’s Type 56 rifle, akin to the AK-47, left an indelible mark in Vietnam, reshaping modern warfare and cementing China’s global role in the exporting of arms.

The Pyramyd Air M17 pellet pistol, mirroring the esteemed Sig Sauer M17, invites a blend of disciplined marksmanship and backyard fun, reigniting the simple joy of shooting while honoring a legacy of military-grade craftsmanship.

In the heart of the West Bank, Caliber 3 offers an intriguing and controversial tourist experience, immersing foreign visitors in Israeli anti-terrorism methods while sparking a debate about the ethics of profiting from the fears of Palestinian terrorism.

In the throes of the Rhodesian Bush War, resourceful Rhodesian forces, adept in marksmanship and reliant on the formidable penetration of the 7.62x51mm round, circumvented embargoes and sourced diverse FAL variants, countering the Kalashnikov-armed ZANLA and ZIPRA insurgents with tailored tactics and relentless grit, heralding a turbulent era that eventually birthed Zimbabwe and witnessed a consequential shift in military armament.

SOFREP’s favorite pipehitter, Geo Hand, shares how he has modified his own personal defense weapon.

The evolution of firearms reflects humanity’s drive to innovate, mirroring both our brilliance and our battles.

Meet the Sig Sauer P320-M17: A revolutionary Modular Handgun System (MHS) chosen by the U.S. Army for its adaptability and excellence.

In this global ‘supermarket of weaponry,’ nations are sellers and buyers, negotiating multi-billion dollar contracts behind closed doors.