Author: Tony Grist

The AR-15 and the AR-10 look similar on the rack, but they feel different the moment you start running them with intent. One is built for speed and volume. The other is built for reach and authority. Treat them the same, and one of them will remind you, usually through weight, recoil, or missed follow-up shots. These rifles are tools. The optic you mount on top decides how sharp that tool really is. Two Rifles, Two Missions The AR-15, as I’m sure most of you probably know by now, is most commonly chambered in 5.56×45 mm NATO or .223 Remington.…

U.S. job growth accelerated in January, with employers adding 130,000 positions and the unemployment rate edging down to 4.3 percent, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Wednesday. The gain topped economists’ expectations for 75,000 new jobs, while the jobless rate was forecast to hold at 4.4 percent. It marked the strongest monthly increase since December 2024. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Hiring was concentrated in health care, which added 82,000 jobs, along with social assistance and construction. Job growth was held back partly by a reduction in federal government payrolls, which shed 34,000 positions. Manufacturing…

Most energy drinks are built for a sprint. You crack the can, get a jolt, and ride the wave until it dumps you somewhere between overcaffeinated and oddly exhausted. That works fine if your day is measured in short bursts. It works less well if you make your living in long blocks of thinking, writing, planning, editing, or simply trying to stay mentally organized while the world throws noise at you from every direction. NEORON is in it for the long haul. Yes, there is caffeine in the can, about 92 milligrams, roughly what you would get from an average…

Across a stretch of open terrain at Hurlburt Field, Florida, two 1st Special Operations Wing Airmen began a race between machines. One guided a ground robot toward a simulated casualty, its treads working across dirt and grass. The other launched a small unmanned aerial system, or drone, which reached the site within seconds. From above, the drone’s camera streamed a clear view of the scene before the robot made it halfway there. It’s a new kind of flight reshaping how Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen execute their mission—and how the Air Force strengthens readiness through innovation. Before the adoption of modernized…

Enforce Tac 2026 – Germany’s leading trade fair for internal and external security is set to take place in Nuremberg from 23 to 25 February 2026. As part of the event, the Enforce Tac Conference on 23 February complements the trade fair activities by providing a separate forum for the latest key technologies. The conference will focus on electronic systems, sensors, drone defence, intelligent systems, and strategic issues relating to the development of modern defence and security technologies. The Enforce Tac Conference is specifically geared towards developers, project managers and technology decision-makers from industry and research establishments, as well as…

Fully operational demonstrator will showcase multi-domain sensor fusion, autonomous mission management, and Edge-to-Mission Command (E2MC) capabilities. MARSS, a technology company already protecting millions of lives across the globe, is bringing a live fully operational NiDAR demonstrator to the upcoming World Defense Show in Riyadh from 8-12 February. Visitors to the MARSS stand will get hands-on experience with the system, exploring how NiDAR transforms layered multi-domain defence operations. Already operational at more than 60 sites worldwide protecting critical civilian infrastructure and military assets, NiDAR is a complete C4I platform that fuses data from numerous sensors into one unified operational picture. The…

The new website features the Shell Tech™-branded apparel and accessories line, featuring durable and modern clothing and lifestyle accessories tailored to the 2A, shooting sports, and hunting communities. Eubank, Ky. (February 2026) – Shell Tech™, a leading innovator in the ammunition industry, is proud to announce the launch of Shell Tech Gear, a dedicated website for its Shell Tech-branded apparel and accessories. This new gear-focused website will sell Shell Tech’s premium apparel and accessories collection designed for outdoor enthusiasts, firearms aficionados, and hunting communities. Combining durability, functionality, and modern style, Shell Tech Apparel offers high-performance gear, such as t-shirts, hoodies, hats,…

When you’re deep in the backcountry or elbow‑deep in a survival task, you don’t need a fantasy blade — you need a tool that does the basics exceptionally well. The SOG Survivor’s Edge Fixed is exactly that: a compact, purpose-built survival knife that favors control, slicing efficiency, and practical utility over flash. First ImpressionsThe knife feels immediately confidence‑inspiring. Full tang construction, a rubberized grip that locks into the hand, and SOG’s no‑nonsense survival design language all come together in a package that’s clearly built for real use. Nothing about it is ornamental — everything is functional, even the Paracord wrapping…

SOFWERX and ICWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM’s Directorate of Science and Technology (S&T) and the Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA) Directorate of Science & Technology (DS&T), will host the seventeenth Rapid Capability Assessment event (RCA17) 20-24 April, 2026, in Chantilly, VA, with the theme “Field-Forward Operations – Future Challenges for SOF and the IC in Data Dense Environments.” Field-forward operations refer to the real-time or near real-time collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence information in the field or at the source to support mission planning and tactical decision making. These activities rely on advanced technologies, including diverse sensors, smart systems,…

StopBox Pro I ran across StopBox USA at SHOT Show. Founded with the mission of providing rapid access firearm security without reliance on electronics, it is a Spokane Valley, Washington-based manufacturer of innovative firearm safety and security solutions designed for responsible gun owners. All StopBox products feature a fully mechanical design that requires no batteries, no electronics, and no biometric systems. This ensures consistent performance in any environment and eliminates common failure points found in traditional electronic safes. Every product is proudly Made in the USA using durable, impact-resistant materials. The flagship product, the StopBox Pro, is a portable firearm…