Shown here with a TOPS Apache Falcon knife, Linos Sheathworks’ custom Kydex sheaths are available to fit a wide variety of popular fixed-blade and folding knife models from other major brands—all without the need to ship the host knife to the company. Designs include both foldover (taco) and sandwich (pancake) styles along with options such as dangler attachments, ferro rod holders and a variety of belt fasteners such as those from Spyderco, Blade-Tech and UltiClip. Linos uses quality Kydex thermoplastic material in a variety of colors and patterns, mostly in 0.080″-thickness, although 0.093″ material is used for larger knives. The…

As the patent protections expire on popular firearm designs, the door is opened for other manufacturers to offer their take on a popular gun. Two cases in point are Colt’s M1911 and AR-15, and the proliferation of companies making some version of each. For the 21st century, the “if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em” firearm is the Glock 9 mm pistol. TriStar Arms is throwing its hat into that ring with the new-for-2025 APOC. The TriStar APOC offers Glock compatibility and affordability in an affordable package. The APOC is a striker-fired, polymer-frame, semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9 mm manufactured…

The U.S. Army Rangers have relied on a unique blend of firearms that have evolved from the classic M16 rifles used in Vietnam to advanced modern battle rifles. This article delves into the most trusted guns of the Rangers, highlighting how these weapons not only reflect innovation in military technology but also underscore the strategic shift in combat tactics over decades. Among the featured firearms are the Barrett M107 sniper rifle, known for its impressive 1,850-foot effective range, and the Browning M2 heavy machine gun, which has been in service since 1921. The detailed exploration of each weapon, including its…

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New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is back in the hospital during the Thanksgiving holiday after previously recovering from critical injuries sustained in a Midtown shooting on November 16. In an Instagram story, the 29-year-old athlete revealed that he had been discharged but returned due to ongoing health issues, expressing gratitude for the support he’s received, saying, “Head HIGH, God is not through with me yet!” The incident occurred when Boyd and his friends were verbally attacked outside a popular restaurant, leading to an altercation that escalated and resulted in Boyd being shot. Police are still investigating the case and…

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Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak addresses the legacy of gun culture in Uttar Pradesh, asserting that under previous governance, celebratory gunfire at events was commonplace, showcasing a troubling norm of organized crime. Speaking at the Economic Times Vision Conclave, he emphasizes the stark transformation since 2017, crediting the current administration for a comprehensive ban on such practices, which has contributed to enhanced public safety and reduced criminal activities. Pathak reports a significant decline in extortion and kidnapping incidents, claiming many criminals have either left the state or been neutralized. Notably, he mentions the impressive expansion of the healthcare sector with…

JWR’s Introductory Note: This is an update to an article that I wrote for SurvivalBlog in December, 2005. It is part of a series of SurvivalBlog 20th Anniversary update re-posts, in recognition of the fact that the majority of readers did not join us until recent years. — Whilst pondering the various possibilities for the future, it is easy to get caught up in the minutiae of radio frequencies, milligram dosages, microns of filtration, calibers, and calories per ounce. (You’ll read plenty of those details in SurvivalBlog. But in doing so. we can easily lose sight of bigger, far more…

Bier, a well-known graffiti tagger in Portland, has been convicted of 51 counts related to vandalism, marking his second major legal setback this year following a prior gun conviction. This high-profile case raises questions about the consequences for repeat offenders in the art of street tagging and the measures authorities are taking to combat graffiti-related crimes in the city. As graffiti continues to spark debate over urban expression versus illegal vandalism, Bier’s convictions highlight the ongoing struggles faced by law enforcement in addressing both public safety and community graffiti initiatives. The tagger’s notoriety and legal troubles have sparked a mix…

Following several national debt defaults (in 1557, 1575, and 1596), on November 29, 1596, King Philip II of Spain ordered the devaluation of the country’s silver coinage.  This included the famed Spanish Ocho Reales de Plata (“Pieces of Eight”) silver coin. By the 1630s, most coin mintings had 20 to 30% less silver than previously required. This debasement, combined with their sovereign debt, eventually led to the decline of the Spanish empire. — On November 29, 1890, the first US Army – US Navy football game was played, at West Point. The score: Navy 24, Army 0. — Today is…