Last year we reviewed the Benchmade Claymore and Shootout automatic knives. Like anything from the company, the autos offered exceptional performance and edge-holding capabilities. Building on the popularity of the Claymore, Benchmade releases its Mini version of the auto, in a more carry-friendly size. The Benchmade Mini Claymore Like the original, the Mini Claymore improves on the Adamas out the side auto, taking on a life of its own. Featuring a 3-inch blade, the Mini offers a scaled-down version of the original but is more carry-friendly. Likewise, at 3 inches, the blade is legal in most ..read more

Have you ever had a difficult time trying to find a gift for someone? Whether it be that the person doesn’t ever want anything or won’t tell you what they want. Or could just be that they buy everything they want throughout the year, and there is nothing left to buy for those special occasions. I am here to tell you that I fall into one, if not all of those categories. Fortunately, Odin’s Workshop helped me change that. Odin’s Workshop to the Rescue This year I had to try really hard to come up with something special for my wife to celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary. Thoughts went thro ..read more

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham knows exactly where to go to get fawning media coverage and an agreeable viewing audience for her all-call gun control platform. Gun Control New Mexico Governor Fails Basic Firearm Facts Gov. Lujan Grisham joined MSNBC’s Morning Joe just days following the murders of three innocent Americans by a mentally troubled 18-year-old. She knew there would be no serious pushback or correction by the host of her false statements about firearms and lies about the firearm industry. Then again, that was most likely her goal. And sadly, it’s s ..read more

The past few years have seen a surge in new firearms owners. And while that is a good thing, it also means there are a lot of new shooters who don’t know what they don’t know. For this reason, training is a must. Not only in the basics of firearms safety but also in proper handling, shooting technique, awareness, etc. Fortunately, the people of Wisconsin have a new state-of-the-art Mission94 Firearms Education Center on its way in early 2024. Wisconsin To Get a New Firearms Education Center, Mission94, in Early 2024 Mission94 promises a new concept in firearm education and historical apprecia ..read more

Most gun collectors know that it isn’t hard to fill a gun safe, although organization can be left wanting. For this reason, companies like Grey Man Tactical offer products like the Safe Door Organizer. The organizer not only adds more room to your safe but helps you keep things organized and places your go-to firearm for immediate access. The Grey Man Tactical Safe Door Organizer Available in five sizes, 12.25×21, 15.25×25, 21.25×23, 30.25×17, and 18.25×23, the organizer accommodates most safes. Each RMP (Rigid MOLLE Panel) is constructed of high-density polyethylene or injected molded glass ..read more

Firearm safety is of utmost importance regardless of your age, experience level or where your firearm happens to be located while in use or in storage. Advancements in technology and manufacturing processes are limited only by your imagination. So, there is no shortage of great storage options. To get you started, the below gun safes will help you keep control of your firearm when it’s not on your person. 25 Firearm Storage Options Barska: HQ800 Standard Quick Access Keypad Biometric Rifle Safe Barska offers up an excellent option for those working with limited square footage. Choose from th ..read more

At dawn on Memorial Day, all over the great republic that is the United States of America, thousands of men and women will stand ready to briskly raise the American flag to the top of the flagstaff to catch the first rays of the sun. The halyards are then reversed as Old Glory is lowered to half-staff, where it will stay until noon. This day of remembrance, first set aside to honor the soldiers killed on both sides during the Civil War, was originally called “Decoration Day.” Later, when the honor was extended to cover not only the approximately 750,000 soldiers killed in battles and skirmishe ..read more

If you’re from Michigan, you remember the ridiculous and draconian COVID-19 lockdown measures, most of which didn’t even make sense. Not to mention the recent passage of “red flag” laws here in Michigan. So, when the Michigan Tactical Officers Association reached out to Michigan-based Fenix Ammunition for free training ammo, he had some choice words for them. CEO of Fenix Ammunition Delivers Conditions for Free Ammo to MTOA Recently, the Michigan Tactical Officers Association reached out to Fenix Ammo requesting ammunition for training. The request was in preparation for a training conference ..read more

Sometimes when things go bump in the night, it isn’t the pet or the house settling. Unfortunately, violent crime is increasing in our country, and when seconds count, the police are only minutes away. For this reason, Premier Body Armor offers the Home Shield, providing Level IIIA protection when you are forced to defend your home in the middle of the night. The Premier Body Armor Home Shield Constructed of domestically sourced polyethylene, the Home Shield offers duty-rated durability. As a result, the shield is multi-hit capable in the event of a sustained engagement. However, at only 5mm ..read more

The Beretta 92 is arguably one of the company’s most recognizable pistols—and most popular. However, the company is not one to rest on its laurels and is always looking for ways to improve. For this reason, Beretta released the 92XI SAO with performance enhancements like an optic-ready slide, flat-faced trigger, and frame-mounted safety. The Beretta 92XI SAO Carrying forward the aluminum Vertex style frame, the 92XI maintains the iconic look that Beretta shooters expect from a 92. Offered in standard and Launch Editions, the standard slide features a Cerakote finish, while the Launch Edition ..read more