TOPS is continuing its shrinking-down of famous models with the Lil Chete. As the name implies, the Lil Chete brings the famous big chopper’s design into a smaller – but not too small! – package. Now we know what you may be thinking to yourself, Didn’t TOPS already release a shrunk-down El Chete?? The answer is, they did indeed, last year with El Chete Mini, which dropped the blade length all the way down to 5.5 inches – not small in the grand scheme of knives but, considering the proud papa had a blade north of 11 inches, a pretty…

Boker has once again renovated a traditional pocket knife for 2026. The Modern Club Knife is another historic jack knife pattern spruced up with all the modern EDC knife fixings. This “modernized traditional” concept has been an ongoing project for the prolific Solingen, Germany-based Boker. In early 2024 they created the Modern Barlow, followed by the Modern Trapper later that year. The concept is one that innately appeals to knife nerds, because most people in that demographic enjoy both the high-tech modern stuff, as well as the simple, rugged, eternally useful traditional pieces that laid the groundwork for the things…

What’s cleaner than clean? We Knife Co. is trying to answer that question with an incoming model called the Nivron, which brings a look that can only be described as…hyperclean. A hyperclean design does not mean the Nivron isn’t ready to plunge into the grunge of day-to-day carry. In fact, it’s probably ready for more than the usual EDC cutting jobs. Its blade is an elegantly proportioned, but quite large, clip point blade – running all the way out to 3.8 inches, in fact. That puts it in the wheelhouse of some of those big honkin’ first-gen We Knife monsters,…

If you are new to gun ownership or simply new to the pastime of hunting, it can feel like a daunting task to choose your first hunting rifle. You don’t want to buy the wrong thing, invest money in something that isn’t practical, or be taken advantage of by the guy behind the gun counter. Selecting your first hunting rifle doesn’t have to be complicated if you know what to look for. The right combination of cartridge, weight, and features will set you up for success in the field. Your research on what is good and what is bad led…

Ever wonder if you can learn how to shoot faster without sacrificing accuracy? This is a question many shooters have wrestled with in both competition and defensive shooting. In today’s article, veteran law enforcement officer and trainer Mike Boyle provides concrete steps you can take to improve your shooting speed. As with any firearms training, follow all safety rules and seek professional assistance locally for maximum benefit. Speed and accuracy go hand in hand when you’re learning defensive shooting skills. The drills mentioned here help you find the sweet spot where fast splits don’t result in misses. Speed can be…

If you want to understand Steinel Ammo, start with the phrase stamped on everything they do: “Dedicated to Every Round.” That isn’t just marketing talk — it’s their core philosophy. Steinel Ammunition is for shooters who care. Steinel Ammunition Co. began as a home-based business driven by a dream and hard work. Image: Steinel Ammunition Co. At Steinel, there is only the good stuff. There are no levels of ammo quality, such as “match” or “range.” Whether it’s for self-defense, hunting, or target shooting, every round is produced to the same exacting standards because premium ammunition isn’t just a product line;…

The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-15 entered the Cold War as a swept-wing jet fighter that stunned Western planners and demonstrated its lethality in the skies over Korea. In this article, Peter Suciu examines how its advanced aerodynamics, heavy cannon armament, and combat performance against American aircraft made it one of the defining military machines of the twentieth century. The MiG-15 emerged as the Soviet Union’s first swept-wing jet fighter and completely shocked Western air forces when it appeared over Korea. Image: slezo/CC BY 2.0 During the Second World War, the Soviet Union went from a near collapse following the German invasion in June…

As a full-time fly fishing guide, I’m often on the mountain scouting multiple fishing spots every morning and evening. It was a beautiful, warm evening in June when I decided to make the long trek to one of my favorite spots. This spot is a hike-in lake, about a mile and a half each way or so, to the most beautiful alpine lake filled with hungry Colorado Cutthroat. I set off around four o’clock in the afternoon, which would get me to the lake for the prime-time evening bite. Bridget’s 10mm Springfield Armory Range Officer Elite Operator proved to be the…

Savage has just announced the next generation of the venerable Model 110 with 15 new models to choose from.The Savage Model 110 has been around since 1958, and while the line has been well-loved in the meantime, Savage just decided to give it a facelift. Initially featuring 15 new purpose-built models available in a wide range of chambering options, the next-generation Savage Model 110 boasts a slew of excellent upgrades throughout.110 Core Hunter Pro.One of the most significant upgrades is the new AccuFit V2 system integrated into the stock. Using Savage’s Quick Set Dial (QSD) system, the length of pull…

CANCON East is back in the Carolinas for another year!Welcome to CANCON A Fully Suppressed Range Day! The World’s Favorite Suppressed Shooting Festival!CANCON is back again on the East Coast: Clinton, South Carolina. Join us at The Clinton House, May 8th-9th, 2026 for an action-packed weekend of fully suppressed shooting!BUY TICKETS IN ADVANCE HEREThe Clinton House Plantation Shooting Complex is a massive venue and gives CANCON the room we need to expand! Located just 45 minutes south of Greenville, South Carolina, 1 hour north of Columbia, and 2 hours southwest of Charlotte, NC.More space means more shooting lanes and more…

BLADE Show Texas will kick off the ’26 show slate in style.Knives and knifemakers planetwide and most everything else keen, utilitarian and covetable will inundate the 5th Annual BLADE Show Texas March 20-21 in the Fort Worth Convention Center.The show will host over 400 exhibitors and thousands of knives from such countries as Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and elsewhere, not to mention top American custom knifemakers, ABS master and journeyman smiths and knifemaking members of the Knifemakers’ Guild; the lion’s share of members of the South Texas Slipjoint Cartel; the…

Bullet setback is more common than you think, and it’s dangerous. Here discuss how to deal with it and why you should carry an EDC knife.When it comes to everyday carry, most of the discussion swirls around guns, holsters, ammunition and training. Sometimes we get so caught up with these topics that we overlook the little things, and as it has often been said, the devil is in the details.Here are some EDC considerations concerning ammunition, along with an introduction to a knife that’s just too good not to mention.Carry Ammo ReplacementPolice departments usually mandate the replacement of carry/duty ammo…