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Eric Sof

Eric Sof holds a master's degree in Political Science, specializing in International Peacekeeping Studies. He has over a decade of experience as a former member of an elite counterterrorism unit. Additionally, he is a firearms instructor and currently serves as a member of the SWAT unit.

Holstered Glock lying on table
Holstered Glock lying on table with reserve magazine nearby (Photo: XY)

A Look at the 10 Best-Selling Pistols

If you’re seeking information on top-performing handguns, you’ve come to the right location. The renowned Austrian gun manufacturer, Glock, has achieved record sales for three consecutive years. It is predicted that their
3 years ago
FBI agents training with ballistic shields in a building
FBI operators utilizing tactical shields to make safe entries into a building during training (Photo: XY)

Ballistic Shields and Barriers in Modern Military and Police Operations

Tactical shields, also called ballistic or bulletproof shields, are a form of protective gear employed by law enforcement, military units, and paramilitary organizations. These shields are designed to deflect bullets and other
3 years ago
The Evolution of the AK Rifle: From AK-47 to AK-74 in Action
A soldier holding an AK-style rifle while standing in a forest (Photo: XY)

Kalashnikov AKM: One of the most produced versions of the AK

The AKM is a Soviet-designed 7.62mm automatic rifle created by Mikhail Kalashnikov. It is an upgraded version of the AK-47 rifle, which was developed during the 1950s. The Soviet Red Army adopted
3 years ago
A black Kratos 1911 pistol on a white background with the M-Arms and Phoenix logos on the slide
The image is of a black Kratos 1911 pistol on a white background. The pistol has a sleek and modern design with a tritop slide shape and serrations on the front and rear of the slide. The slide also has the M-Arms and Phoenix logos on it (Photo: M-Arms)

Kratos 1911: Pushing the Boundaries of traditional 1911 Pistol Design

The KRATOS 1911 represents a revolutionary shift in the field of 1911 pistols, which have not seen significant innovations, technical changes, or upgrades since its inception in 1890. The KRATOS stands out
3 years ago
Russian soldier with AS VAL
Russian soldier with AS VAL (Photo: XY)

AS VAL: The Next Generation of Soviet Suppressed Rifles

The AS VAL, a silenced assault rifle, was engineered in the mid-1980s for Soviet special operations units. Its purpose was to supersede the AK-47 and AKM rifles, which lacked integral suppressors. Today,
3 years ago
SR-1 Vektor semi-automatic pistol with suppressor attached
An image of an SR-1 Vektor semi-automatic pistol with a suppressor attached. The pistol features a Picatinny-type rail for attachments such as a suppressor. (Photo: Vitaly V. Kuzmin)

SR-1 Vektor: An Unsuccessful Attempt to Replace the Makarov PM

The SR-1 Vektor, also known as the Gyurza or SPS, is a 9x21mm semi-automatic pistol designed for the Russian military. Developed in the mid-1990s by Petr Serdyukov, this weapon was intended to
3 years ago
A black PB silenced pistol on a white background
The image depicts a black PB silenced pistol on a white background. The pistol is a compact and lightweight design, with a silencer attached to the barrel (Photo: XY)

PB Silenced Pistol: A predecessor of the PSS

The PB silenced pistol is a highly specialized, compact semi-automatic sidearm designed for use by special operations units. Originally known as the Pistolet Besshumnyj (Noiseless pistol) and designated as the 6P9 by
3 years ago
The PSS-2 silent pistol is the successor to the legendary PSS silent pistol, featuring advanced engineering and precision manufacturing
A photo of the PSS-2 silent pistol. The pistol is held in a firing position with the barrel pointing forward. (Photo: XY)

PSS-2: The successor to the famous PSS silent pistol 

The PSS-2 silent pistol represents the next generation of firearms, designed to supersede the older PSS model first adopted in the early 1980s. This new and improved weapon was developed alongside specialized
3 years ago
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