Mitchell Graf

FN rebooted the SCAR 16S 17S 20S for 2026 with a hydraulic buffer, extended receiver, and true suppressor focus. We shot them side by side and the improvement is instant.

The AMG 1-10×24 is Vortex’s compact fistfight of an LPVO that gives you rail space back, adds dual-zero turrets, and runs fast without bloating your carbine.

The BoreBuddy Apogee Match Gen 2 AR22 is a dedicated .22LR AR upper built from the ground up for accuracy and reliability

Noisefighters MAX14 is a tiny, 7075-T6 aluminum hammer that reduces your helmet height, speeds up stow and eye swaps, and locks up like it means business.

Practical hunting gear beats gimmicks every time. These four budget picks deliver real field value without wrecking your Christmas budget.

We pulled this list from gear we actually ran in the field and on the clock. If you want gifts that shoot straight and last, start here.

Streamlight recently came out with their all-new multi-fuel pistol weapon light, the 1,300 lumen TLR-1 HP-X. This light’s high-candela beam delivers a concentrated hotspot that reaches far beyond typical handgun distances.

The Dark 30 Defiance PTZ is a roof-mounted thermal camera system designed for serious hunters, ranchers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Maztech X4-FCS or Fire Control System is probably the most ambitious optics accessory to hit the market in recent years. Rather than being just a mount, it acts as a full fire control system for your preferred LPVO