The M2 Hyde was a World War II-era submachine gun that was ahead of its time. But history has forgotten it. Today, we’ll discover why.
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Is the Quiet Punch boxing bag perfect for the barracks?
FitnessThe Quiet Punch is a home punching bag designed to work perfectly in an apartment, or in this case a barracks room.
Myths and legends about the mighty .50 Cal
GearDo you know what’s fun to shoot? The belt-fed, M2 .50 caliber machine gun. Ole Ma Deuce takes care of her boys. As a machine gunner, I got a fair amount of time on the old .50 BMG M2, more than most Marines. If you’re not a machine gunner or in some rare role, it’s […]
This is why slam fire is silly and why shotguns don’t need it
Education and EmploymentFor too long the myth of slam fire has dominated the world of combat shotguns. But slam fire is useless and we’ll explain why.
Savage 1861 Navy – An oddball pistol in Union service
HistoryThe Savage 1861 Navy revolver is a very odd design that’s almost double-action. It was innovative but history has largely forgotten it.
A critical look at the Marine Corps Annual Rifle Qualification (ARQ)
FeaturedThe Marine Corps’ new Annual Rifle Qualification promises to make Marines more lethal and effective. And it seems it can succeed.
Colt and its Infantry Automatic Rifle concept
GearColt has been trying to make the automatic rifle happen ever since the AR was first marketed. Let’s explore its obsession with the concept.
5 things that prove ‘Terminal List’ gets the authenticity right
Off DutyMost action shows and movies lack authenticity. But the “Terminal List” is one of the most authentic ones out there. Today we’ll explain why.
Does the ‘SEAL Team’ show get the guns right?
Off DutyThe CBS show “SEAL Team” has been using a ton of weapons in its sixth seasons. But how right does it get them? Let’s find out.
The Fairbairn-Sykes dagger – A commando’s killing tool
GearThe Fairbairn-Sykes dagger armed commandos, spies, pilots, and more to kill the enemies of democracy in World War II.
