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Although the use of strikers to ignite primers in handguns isn’t anything new and dates back over a century, they’ve are the de facto ignition system for many contemporary pistols. Strikers in handguns work in a straightforward manner while also being reliable and easier to manufacture. Typically, these mechanisms are paired with polymer frames. Consider the original Glock G17, which became the archetype and set the standard for this format more than four decades ago. An emerging trend that has been on the rise since the early 2020s has been that of incorporating metal frames into striker-fired designs. Several manufacturers…
Missing a turkey sucks. You call, crawl, or sit until your cakes go numb, only to miss that remnant of a dinosaur when he finally shows his ugly face. To top it off, those putts sound a lot like chuckles as you watch him scoot through the woods at the speed of light. Unfortunately, it happens to all of us at some point. Barring any firearm or optic defects, most misses are avoidable as long as you keep your cool. Whether you’re on a missing streak or looking to finetune your turkey game, here are a few ways to make…
Posted on March 26, 2025 by Daniel Mitchell The National Firearms Act (NFA), enacted in 1934, stands as one of the most significant pieces of legislation governing firearms in the United States. Born from a desire to curb the violence associated with Prohibition-era organized crime, particularly the infamous use of machine guns and sawed-off shotguns, the NFA aimed to restrict access to particularly dangerous firearms and devices. Its purpose was to regulate certain types of firearms and accessories by imposing a hefty tax and creating a registration system, ensuring that the possession of these items was tightly controlled. The act’s…
Turkey season is here, folks, and it’s time for the MeatEater Crew to strut their stuff and see who is the best turkey-talker of the bunch. Over the next week, crew members will be facing off head-to-head in three rounds: best turkey call sequence, crow call and owl hoot, and turkey gobble—and you get to pick who wins.The winner of the contest will get to donate $500 to the National Wild Turkey Federation in their name. Watch the videos and cast your vote below to select who you think should make it to the next round. Don’t delay—voting will only…
You cannot imagine what the 1980s were like unless you were there. Once the SAS stormed the London embassy, everyone wanted an MP5—too bad it was a machine gun. Once “Die Hard” became the instant classic it did (and yes, it is a Christmas movie), everyone had to have the Heckler & Koch MP5 semi-automatic variant, the HK94. But the eye-watering prices demanded for them were too much for all but the most dedicated collectors. Well, the ‘80s are gone (along with the hair styles, clothes and headlines) but you can have a semi-auto, MP5-clone pistol, and at a non-eye-watering…
On this episode, Tony explains how being a pack animal influences canine behavior, and what that means for all dog owners. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Merch Read the full article here
Welcome to MeatEater At MeatEater, we believe a deeper connection to the natural world enriches all our lives. Through honest storytelling, expert advice, top-tier gear, and a commitment to conservation, we help hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts live closer to nature. Read the full article here
It’s Turkey Week at MeatEater and on this Episode of the Bear Grease Render, host Clay Newcomb, Bear Newcomb, and Josh “Landbridge” Spielmaker are joined by two Ozark turkey hunting masters. Moe Shepherd of Arkansas and Camron Tidwell of Missouri talk tips, tactics, and tales of hours in the woods chasing the illusive meleagris gallopavo – the wild turkey. The stakes are high as Clay, Moe, Bear, and Camron have a turkey calling contest. Read the full article here
On this episode, Tony explains why most hunters don’t really think about turkeys and their daily habits, but they definitely should if they want to have more action-filled hunts. Connect with Tony Peterson and MeatEater Tony Peterson on Instagram and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop MeatEater Merch Read the full article here
HUNTSVILLE, Ala.—The Army is doubling down on its Transformation in Contact modernization model, the service’s top operations officer said Tuesday—adding more units into the program and multiplying the number of systems they’ll test as well as the funding to make it all happen.The service plans to spend $1 billion on the effort between now and the end of fiscal year 2027, Lt. Gen. Joe Ryan told an audience at AUSA’s Global Force Symposium. That’s a huge jump from the $15 million the Army spent on the first three TiC brigades in 2024.“We’re in the process of turning the ship around…