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: : Based on a Marlin Model 1895 SBL : : Outfitted with Midwest Industries lever action upgrades : : Further tuned & modified by Mad Pig Customs In the ever-evolving world of firearms, the allure of the classic lever action rifle has undergone a transformative revival, and leading this charge is Midwest Industries. Renowned by lever action enthusiasts for the company’s extensive line of lever-action-specific accessories, Midwest Industries has recently introduced its pièce de résistance, the Lever Action Stock. To showcase the latest innovation, we delve into the company’s customized Marlin Model 1895 SBL, a true resto-mod performer. Before we explore Midwest Industries’ upgrades, let’s take a deeper look at the Marlin 1895 foundation the custom rifle is built upon. The Marlin Model 1895 SBL features a lever and…

: : AR build inspired by futuristic weaponry from Halo, Destiny & USSF : : Hera Arms CQR buttstock & forward grip : : Custom Cerakote pattern by Koted Arms It goes without saying that the AR market is something of a dreamworld for the firearms customizer. While the AR platform itself is sort of the F-150 of firearms—reliable, utilitarian, ubiquitous—it remains probably the most versatile rifle platform out there. The problem, if you could call it that, with AR customization is that no matter how many custom parts or multicolored coating schemes you throw at it, it still has that instantly recognizable AR profile. One of the slickest custom ARs we can recall was a stubby carbine modified to resemble something Boba Fett, infamous galactic bounty hunter of Star…

: : Based on a Rifle Dynamics RD 706 rifle : : Outfitted with Midwest Industries Alpha Series upgrades : : Chambered in 7.62x39mm “The AK Alpha Series is the culmination of 15 years of relentless innovation on Midwest Industries’ part.” In the ever-evolving landscape of AK enhancements, Midwest Industries has carved a strong foothold for itself with the company’s latest collection of firearm upgrades, the AK Alpha Series. Midwest Industries, long known for innovations in the AR-15, shotgun and lever-action space, has now set its sights on the AK platform. The AK Alpha Series of accessories is the culmination of 15 years of relentless innovation, and we’re excited to see it come to fruition. Midwest Industries (MI) didn’t just drop a handguard and called it a day. No, that…

: : Limited production : : Mike Norris Hornet’s Nest Damascus blade : : A&J Composites blue marbled carbon handles In the heart of the Arizona desert, Adam Gable dedicates his days to the craft of creating custom knives. As the artist behind Arma Tool Company’s knives, he blends his passion for craftsmanship with a love for the artistry of edged tools. Adam’s initiation into the world of custom knives began with the purchase of his first piece, and his journey was further propelled by a friendship with a fellow knife collector. The allure of well-crafted blades proved irresistible, prompting him to create his own blades. Although he had been an artist and craftsman for as long as memory served, it was only a few years ago that Adam decided to…

The annals of myth and legend are filled with legendary and mythic weapons. Possibly the most well-known named weapon is Excalibur, King Arthur’s famed sword, which the good king pulled from a stone when he was but a lowly squire, ignorant of his own lineage, and which he then had to retrieve from the mysterious Lady of the Lake after ordering it thrown away as he lay on what seemed his deathbed. After Arthur’s blade, possibly the next most recognizable legendary weapons were those wielded by the old Norse gods—partly thanks, perhaps, to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Norse god of thunder, Thor, wielded a magical hammer called Mjölnir, which would return to his hand when thrown in anger, boomerang-like. Thor’s father, Odin, carried an ensorcelled spear called Gungnir that…

: : Combat shirt ideal for layering underneath plate carriers : : Polartec torso for good ventilation, Climashield Apex insulated sleeves : : Drop tail hem for tucking Being cold sucks. It is downright physically, mentally, and even spiritually draining. When our bodies get cold, it becomes hard to think about anything else besides how much it sucks to be cold. In fact, this is the exact reason why most of my friends opt to live in southern states. But for those of us living in the north or finding ourselves deployed to less-balmy areas around the globe, cold temperatures are a fact of life. And despite the cold’s effect of making us miserable, we sometimes find ourselves needing to work through it by choice or necessity. And having the…

We’ve all let complacency get the better of us at times. After performing a task repeatedly with the same result, it’s natural to develop a complacent attitude. We take the outcome for granted. From there, we begin to develop patterns. These patterns turn into predictable behaviors. And we begin relying on these behaviors to exist in our day-to-day lives. For the most part, these complacent behaviors are benign and not overtly harmful. Complacency can occur at home, at work, in relationships and in performing daily activities. Sometimes it leads to decreased productivity in the workplace. Sometimes it leads to taking a spouse for granted. And sometimes it leads to the inability to act or react in a life-or-death situation. The bottom line is that complacency never leads to anything good.…

: : 12 o’clock Picatinny rail : : Arca-Swiss mount interface on bottom : : m-lok slots in six other sectors Cross Machine Tool (CMT) has released a handguard that is truly something that stands out in the sea of rails already on the market. The rail is Picatinny/1913 on top, with m-lok on the other three sides. The twist is that the bottom rail is Arca compatible. What that means is that your rail directly and securely attaches directly to your tripod. This means a lighter-weight rifle for shooters who enjoy shooting from tripods. The CMT Arca-compatible AR-15/M16 rail boasts an integrated Arca-Swiss mounting surface, which eliminates the need for additional components when attaching Arca-compatible tripods to your rail/rifle. What sets it apart is the broader shape profile of…

: : Based on SIG Sauer MCX Virtus : : Outfitted for night vision/low-light use  : : Chambered in 5.56x45mm In April 2022, the U.S. Army selected the SIG Sauer XM7 as the replacement for the venerable M4 carbine, a weapon that has been the main armament for American infantry units for well over four decades. The all-new XM7 rifle is chambered for the 6.8×51mm SIG Fury cartridge and promises to change the capabilities of the soldier on the battlefield. As a military firearms enthusiast, Mike M. was intrigued by the Army’s choice. Like many of us, Mike’s an AR fan and has made clones of several military-style rifles including an M4A1, Mk 18 and a Mk 12 SPR. “As silly as it sounds, I was torn at the prospect…

: : This rifle was given away in a POF-USA & UN12 promotion : : Custom Cerakoted by Rifle Supply Cerakote  : : 9mm lever-action POF-USA’s Tombstone represents a contemporary twist to the classic leveraction rifle that seamlessly combines tradition with modern functionality. Designed as a lever-action and chambered in the popular 9mm pistol caliber, the Tombstone stands out with its innovative features and compact design. This past fall, UN12 teamed up with POF-USA to help create a one-of-a-kind version of their Tombstone lever-action rifle for a special promotional giveaway contest. With the help of industry friends, this unique long arm, along with ammo and other gear, was given away to a lucky winner in December of 2023. This special contest was held by not only by POF-USA and UN12,…

: : Free-float chassis for stamped AK platform : : Provides stable mounting solution for accessories : : Available for AK-100 & AKM based firearms Our community has long been divided between “AR Guys” and “AK Guys.” Both claim their preferred rifle is superior for a litany of reasons. AR guys will say their rifle is more accurate, lighter weight, more modular. AK guys will say their rifle is more reliable, fires a harder-hitting round and is proven in more conflicts. Both sides have strong points. I consider myself an AR guy. I have been issued and went to war using various configurations of the M16/M4 family and am most familiar with their manual of arms. I have a lot of experience with AKs and have even used them from…

This one isn’t something you are likely to find mixed in a barrel of rusted Nagants, but it is from World War II. This particular piece is classified by the U.S. military as “Camera, Flexible Gun, Motion Picture, Rokuohsha (Konishoruko) Type 89, Japan.” Which is a bit of a mouthful to rattle off at your company Christmas party. Before we kick things off, we want to give a special thanks to firefighter Adam H., who not only let us know about this mighty beast but actually brought us one to photograph and play around with. Adam had very little info about it, other than his grandfather brought it back from the war in its original box. Once home, it sat for years until one day Adam and his dad began…