Welcome to the Firearms Insider Gun & Gear Review Podcast episode 637. This episode is brought to you by Walker Defense, XS Sights, Hi-Point Firearms, and CMC Triggers. In this show we will be discussing ported Dusks, Carbine SBR’s, weird charging handles, a G Shot, and a new micro prism
As you may know, we showcase guns, gear, and anything else you might be interested in. We do our best to evaluate products from an unbiased and honest perspective.
I’m Chad Wallace, host of the most dedicated firearms podcast around
With me tonight are:
Tony, Rob
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual co-hosts and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Firearms Radio Network and/or their employers. This is NOT legal advice, nor should it be considered as such. Viewer discretion is advised.
Product Spotlight is sponsored by: XS Sights
For over 25 years, XS Sights has helped you get on target faster. Offering tritium sights in all different types and styles, low light is no longer an obstacle. Most options come with a brightly colored photoluminescent ring around the tritium. That colored ring makes them work great in the daylight also. XS Sights has sight styles for everyone: Big Dot’s, Ghost Rings, Standard Notch and Post, Minimalist, Suppressor Height, all offering tritium options. Available for a plethora of firearms types, from shotguns to handguns, XS sights has you covered for all your low light sighting needs.
Our XS Sights Product of the week is - R3D 2.0 Tritium Night Sights for Glock
Use Code “GGR20” for 20% off of almost everything at xssights.com
Main Topic: Product Review or Updates on previous reviews
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Product Spotlight and Discussion:
Lone Wolf Dusk 19 Ported Slide
MSRP - $459.95
Haga Defense Top Notch charging handle
MSRP - $150.00
SightMark G Shot
MSRP - $249.97
Sponsor #3: Walker Defense Research
Walker Defense provides shooters with the finest, most innovative, quality, tactical accessories and firearm components around. From their NILE grip panels to their NERO muzzle brakes, no details are ever left behind. Only top quality materials are used in the manufacturing process. Together, all of this gives you some of the best firearm performance around. Everything they have to offer is proudly made in the USA. Walker Defense, where American ingenuity meets bleeding edge technology.
Our Walker Defense Product of the week is - Flat Dark Earth DLC bolt carrier group
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Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine SBR
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Atibal Sport 1x Micro Prism
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Sponsor #4: CMC Triggers
CMC triggers is the creator of the original, drop in cartridge style AR trigger. CMC has been in aerospace manufacturing for over 30 years. This gives you peace of mind knowing that every trigger is of the utmost quality. Their patented design ensures a crisp, short, trigger pull across their whole line of triggers. With triggers for AR’s, AK’s, pistols, and bolt guns, CMC can make your firearms trigger great. Proudly made in Texas with strong morals and values, giving you confidence that you are buying one of the best triggers out there. Choose Confidence, choose quality, choose CMC
Our CMC Product of the week is - AR-15/10 Single Stage Curved Pink trigger
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The PGM Podcast 034 – From the Halls of Montezuma
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 • Duration
In this episode, we discuss some NFA legal stuff on the horizon, Walther not making the PPK anymore, why M7A1 and the 6.8×51 is dumb, Mantis TitanX, and a whole lot more.
Enjoy!
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Prepping 2.0 404 – Episode 404 (Rebroadcast of Ep 109) Prepper Author Charley Hogwood
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 • Duration
Episode 404 (Rebroadcast of Ep 109), we talk to prepper author Charley Hogworth. He wrote the non-fiction Survival Group Handbook and two fiction books, The Unraveling and The Road Trials. At the end of the regular show, we carry the good conversation over into the After Show, exclusively for Patreon supporters. Please support our sponsors EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, CATI Armor, and Minutemen Coffee. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com
Let’s Go Hunt 186 – Jingling as Hard as I Can: Sorry I Killed All Yer Mudbugs
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
🎙️ Let’s Go Hunt — Episode 186 Show Notes
Date: July 28, 2026
🎧 Intro — Mike Where the Dwarf women at?
Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Go Hunt, the fastest podcast in the west,
Tonight’s crew:
Dave Packard — hot af
Sam Alexander — now a hot lesbian
Vince H — continues to exist .
Mike Goncalves —perpetrator of mass crawsualties
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Tonight around the campfire, how do you prefer your beef jerky?
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Dave: New stuffs
https://www.postindependent.com/news/colorado-wildlife-hunted-fur-daily-limits/
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Mike:
Vince: https://www.firearmsnews.com/editorial/franchi-momentum-all-terrain-elite-rifle-review/501765?fbclid=IwdGRleATLtdRwZG9mBWZkaWQWUK8QBxaRhxJXK438jz0LXc3DXx2TGWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6ginDBBGqvIkcdq4gkJWqxun0CBrObwV-DHuighk7-IDqM8b4KYbI2eWdOLw_aem_Z-UrR1Lnryc85UTicjoLeQ
Sam: M70AB2 on the way
🔦 Spotlighting with Dave
Topic: Why mil?
💥 Warheads on Foreheads — Mike
Fat chick tries to die in Yosemite.
Mike reacts accordingly (read: not calmly).
🏕️ Chat & Updates
Mike: camping with bugs
Recap: I suck at fishing. It was wet. The boat was awesome as always. Saw birds, got an awesome goose flyby a foot off the ground/
Dave: Saw a shooter buck for my daughter
Sam: Meat sticks
Vince: Upgrades for the Hi-Point, JSArmsco and hi-point
New foldy stock for 22
SB Brace folk coming in clutch
📰 News & World Events
Colorado Initiative 82
Wildlife & Ecosystem Conservation Commission
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Wyoming Corner Crossing Case
Potential move to the Supreme Court
https://montanafreepress.org/2025/05/22/landowner-looks-to-appeal-loss-in-corner-crossing-case-to-us-supreme-court/
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AK-47 Radio Show 045 – Surface-to-Air Missiles and Hollywood
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
On this episode of AK-47 Radio, the comrades head behind enemy lines to revisit the early-2000s war film Behind Enemy Lines. They break down the rifles, machine guns, and military hardware featured throughout the movie, separate the fact from the Hollywood fiction, and explain why the film probably gave you a wildly unrealistic idea of just how easy it is to shoot a fast-moving aircraft out of the sky. If you've ever wondered how much of the movie holds up—and how much exists purely because explosions look cool—grab your favorite surplus rifle and tune in.
Pew Time 236 – New Steiner MPS, New Self Defense.22lr, tons of questions about guns, cigars, watches & snobs
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
236: On this episode, Steiner drops a MOS 2.0 and CCI puts out a new .22LR defense round the Uppercut.
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Rimfire Radio Show 24 – GOALS: Keep It Moist
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
Episode 24 finds the self-proclaimed "gravy seals" of Rimfire Radio broadcasting live ahead of GOALS to obsess over all the firearms and gear they can’t afford. The hosts painstakingly scroll through the event exhibitor list, taking jabs at everything from saturated AR-15 markets and questionable 10mm carry choices to Turkish imports and "tactical" leaf-blower suppressors. Between side-tangents on Obama, fake IDs, and dodging flock cameras, they take viewer notes on which vendor booths to harass for free samples and live content. Ultimately, the crew marvels that event organizers let them in as media in the first place, promising to make absolute fools of themselves on Range Day.
We Like Shooting 674 – Awesome
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
We Like Shooting
We Like Shooting - Ep 674
August 3, 2026
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GOALS 2026
Supplementary Research: Gear Chat segment on Goals 2026. In 2026 the firearms and technical gear industry continues to emphasize modular designs, improved battery life for electronic optics and lights, and integration of suppressors with quick-detach systems across major manufacturers. New product cycles often align with SHOT Show announcements in January, with many items reaching retail availability later in the year.
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SB Tactical SBA6 Stabilizing Brace
SB Tactical is adding another entry to its A-Series lineup with the SBA6, a collaboration with New Hampshire-based Die Free Co designed to expand the minimalist platform that made the SBA3 an industry standard.The SBA6 accepts MIL-SPEC carbine receiver extensions and ships now in black, with Flat Dark Earth and Olive Drab Green following later this year.The design direction is deliberate.Where the SBA3 prioritizes compact dimensions and reduced weight, the SBA6 builds out the platform with a full rubber arm cuff and improved ergonomics.
SB Tactical has partnered with Die Free Co, a company founded by veterans known for the Kung Fu Grip, to release the SBA6 stabilizing brace. It expands the minimalist A-Series lineup as a model positioned between the compact SBA3 and the reinforced SBA4, emphasizing improved ergonomics and support while accepting MIL-SPEC carbine buffer tube extensions. The USA-made brace ships immediately in black, with FDE and ODG color options scheduled for Q4 2026.
Availability: Ships now in black from SB Tactical dealers nationwide (FDE/ODG in Q4 2026)
Special: Full rubber arm cuff, 5-position adjustability, integral ambidextrous QD sling socket, MIL-SPEC carbine extension compatibility
Haga Defense (Nick)
Saraid Top Notch AR-15 Charging Handle
Introducing the Saraid Top Notch — the first vertical charging handle for the AR-15 platform. By relocating the handle to the top, it eliminates side protrusions that cause gear snags, interfere with forward assists, or complicate manipulations near optics and slings.
The Saraid Top Notch is a monolithic, latchless vertical charging handle machined from a single piece of 7075-T6 aluminum billet with Type III hard anodizing. It weighs 1.1 oz, is made in the USA, and features spring-ball retention, aggressive grip texture, reduced gear interference, and an unobstructed sight picture. The patent-pending design is receiver-friendly and compatible with iron sights and low-mounted optics.
Availability: Add to cart available on hagadefense.com (no explicit stock level, release date or additional retailers stated)
Cost: $150.00
Special: Monolithic single-piece 7075-T6 aluminum billet construction with latchless spring-ball retention and patent-pending vertical design
DopeSpin (Nick)
DopeSpin Ballistic Dial
DopeSpin
DopeSpin is a pocket-sized standalone ballistic calculator using a point-mass 3DOF solver with G1 and G7 drag models. It accepts standard rifle and ammo inputs (muzzle velocity, BC, zero, sight height, twist, density altitude or full weather) and outputs elevation and wind holds in MIL or MOA, including spin drift, aerodynamic jump, and atmospheric effects. The device features a tactile clicking ring, circular OLED display, Velcro mount, clamshell case, 8+ hour battery with USB-C, unlimited rifle/ammo profiles, and dedicated modes for shooting, competition stage cards, moving targets, and profile management.
Availability: Available for purchase on dope-spin.com (add to cart, implies in stock)
Cost: $199.95 (sale/regular price listed on product page)
Special: Tactile clicking ring input with circular display for ‘Spin to distance, read hold’ operation in Shoot, Compete, Mover, and Profiles modes
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Ruger PC Carbine with Custom Walnut Stock and Aimpoint Micro H-2
The post presents a customized Ruger PC Carbine (9mm pistol-caliber carbine) featuring a custom walnut stock by Cinematic Arms paired with an Aimpoint Micro H-2 reflex sight and a Magpul drum magazine. The build demonstrates the platform’s integrated Picatinny rail and modular design as an ideal canvas for customization, balancing a classic wood aesthetic with modern functionality. The Aimpoint Micro H-2 is described as a 2 MOA dot sight with 12 brightness settings, long battery life on a CR2032, weighing 3.3 ounces and submersible to 15 feet.
Special: Integrated Picatinny rail and modular design enabling custom walnut stock while retaining modern red-dot capability and Magpul drum magazine compatibility
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Springfield Armory Echelon Alpha
An Echelon, but More Affordable?Springfield Armory Unveils the NEW Echelon AlphaThe Springfield Armory Echelon is the pistol of choice for a lot of shooters because of its wide package of accoutrements and modern features.The only gripe that some shooters raise is that the more tricked out variations might be too expensive for their budget.
Springfield Armory announced the Echelon Alpha, a 9mm striker-fired pistol built on the Central Operating Group with a serialized stainless steel chassis. It features a recontoured billet machined slide with Melonite finish, 4″ hammer-forged barrel, optics-ready Variable Interface System, and ships with one stainless steel magazine. The design emphasizes purpose-driven ergonomics with a small grip module and reduced overall dimensions compared to the standard Echelon.
Availability: Unveiled July 14, 2026; three initial models (standard, low-capacity, CA-compliant) offered directly via Springfield Armory
Cost: $599 (standard and low-capacity); $649 (CA-compliant)
Special: Variable Interface System for direct optic mounting combined with recontoured slide, captive recoil system, and single stainless steel magazine shipment
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Weapon Picatinny Camera Optic by @BallOEnergy
CAD model set for a 25 mm Picatinny riser and chest-rig assembly that mounts a modified KIRFEIHT industrial borescope camera (Amazon $23.99 with 32 GB card) to allow target identification and engagement around corners or over berms. The riser uses two embedded 5 mm × 25 mm hex bolts with nuts secured by UV epoxy; the chest rig accepts 1.5 mm or 1/16 in wire as a hinge pin. Cable is cut to approximately 4 ft and spliced after feeding the camera backward through the riser; light is permanently disabled by removing the button and cutting the yellow wire. Compatible with example Glock 17 chassis; released 1 Aug 2026 as downloadable STL files.
Availability: Home defense or trench warfare for identifying/engaging targets around corners or over berms without exposure
Cost: 25 mm riser; accepts 1.5 mm/1/16 in wire hinge pin and two 5 mm × 25 mm hex bolts; uses modified KIRFEIHT borescope camera with ~4 ft cable; STL files total ~2.9 MiB
Special: Pro: Low-cost commercial borescope integration ($23.99), fully 3-D printable CAD files. Con: Requires extensive user modification, epoxy, splicing, and centering with tape; does not meet verification standards; no performance data stated
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Expansion Chamber Calculator V1.0.0 (Windows) by Practical Tactical
This tool is in response to a recent request from @TheNewNewDeal regarding best practices such as suppressor expansion chamber length and others. T…
Expansion Chamber Calculator V1.0.0 is a Windows .exe application by Practical Tactical that lets users input variables/parameters to generate suggested lengths for suppressor expansion chambers. It was created in response to a request regarding suppressor best practices and is intended to be expanded with additional tools for baffle spacing and other suppressor design calculations. The tool is provided as a downloadable .zip; after extraction the .exe is run locally. It is described as a muzzle device (suppressor, compensator, or other) that in the US may require ATF Form 1.
Availability: Suppressor design / muzzle device calculation for practical shooting, competition, or Form 1 builds (best use case not further specified)
Special: Provides suggested expansion chamber lengths from user inputs; expands toward baffle-spacing tools; requires local .exe run after .zip download (no explicit pros/cons listed)
Gun Fights
Play the best Price Is Right-style GunBroker game on the internet.
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BangRank
A live cast ranking segment for anything and everything in the gun world, powered by questionable certainty, strong opinions, and audience voting.
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The Agency Brief
Agency Update
1. AGENCY BRIEF: STREET SWEEPER / USAS-12 DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE RECLASSIFICATIONWhat this really was: In 1994, ATF took lawfully owned shotguns and shoved them into the NFA “destructive device” category.
No vote in Congress. No new statute. Just an agency ruling that turned specific 12-gauge shotguns into the same legal category as grenades.
The targets were the Striker-12, the Street Sweeper, and the USAS-12. The Striker and Street Sweeper used revolving cylinders. The USAS-12 was a semi-auto, magazine-fed shotgun. They all fired ordinary 12-gauge shells, the same kind of ammunition people put through hunting pum
Double Tap 473 – Sriracha
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 • Duration
Double Tap
Double Tap - Ep 473
August 3, 2026
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Question from Brownguy78 from Iowa
Question by Brownguy78 : can you please give the suicide hotline number before Savage oner goes ballistic?? I am on the verge of checking mouth feel with my daily carry every time he goes ballistic.. reminds me of Jamie from progressive insurance commercials. #wlsislife #fuckSavage #agency171forever!
Question from Josh from Texas
Are newer production Winchester 94’s in 30-30 good for plinking and fun range use? I heard I should buy an older production model. Curious to your thoughts.Josh
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Question from Anonymous Coward from OH
So I have a 5″ Springfield Prodigy DS 1911. Sometimes, I conceal carry it with an IWB C&G Holster. The gun seems to ride too low in my waistline. I have tried both their plastic IWB clips and their metal Alpha clips. Are there any belt clips that you guys know of that will allow the gun and holster to ride a little bit higher. Thank you
Question from Anonymous Coward from California
I’m looking to up my 18650 stash and need some input from the almighty guntoob lords. I’ve got a surefire M640 DFT turbo scout and a streamlight protac (with arisaka adapter and surefire pressure switch tail cap – may matter for battery length?) I don’t want to pay bullshit streamlight/surefire battery prices. Do you guys have any favorite cheaper alternatives? I know I need a protected high drain battery, but looking for something I can stock up on and not break the bank. I just got some keeppower 3500 mAh batteries from illumn for my fenix lights for $9/piece but I don’t think they support high draw applications… or would they work? Any steering in the right direction would be greatly appreciated! #yéremyisafuddp.s. I have an XTAR charger so I don’t
need any fancy usb charge top bullshit
p.p.s. Do you guys have any favorite battery storage containers for taking on hunting trips that keep them dry and protected but not take up too much room? I don’t have the ability to 3d print, so looking to buy.
Question from Chad from Michigan
Up North Chad from Michigan
I’m converting an AR in 5.56 to 300 blackout. What is a good barrel and block combo? It will be a suppressor host and basically strictly subsonic. (Because super sonic 300blk is retarded) Something like 8 to 12 inches. Also, suggestions on a big ol’ quiet can under $800? Thanks,
Question from Anonymous Coward from Arizona
I wrote a while ago asking for recommendations on a light 6.5 Creedmoor rifle for hunting. In that question, I mentioned I wasn’t interested in a Bergara after my first experience with them. I’m writing in again to elaborate as requested. It’s kind of a long story so buckle up.I bought a Bergara B14-HMR in 6.5 CM and was pretty excited as it was my first “higher end” bolt action, or so I thought. I took it out shooting a few times and just couldn’t seem to get it to group well and I was running out of adjustment on my scope. I was a bit confused but I figured id just double check all my mounting. So as I was cleaning it after that range trip, I looked at it from the front and thought the scope looked a little crooked. I got about a hundred second opinions and sure enough, something was off. I thought “there’s no way the scope or the gun could be built that wrong”. I warrantied the scope rail and the rings as well as replaced them twice, but neither fixed the problem. So I started talking to the scope manufacturer and sent it in to be checked. They sent it back with a green light and said there was no problems. At this point I was several weeks into tracing
down problems and emailing manufacturers so it pissed me off. I finally decided it must be the gun. I took it to a gunsmith and he started mounting a rail on it and everything finally became clear. Instead of starting all the screws a little then going through and torquing them like I had done, he installed the rear screws fully. One of the front screws was then dropped and immediately tried going in at a 45 degree
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Steiner MPS 2.0 Micro Pistol Sight
Steiner has released the MPS 2.0, an updated enclosed-emitter red dot sight building on the original MPS with reinforced design, improved ergonomics, larger buttons, easier maintenance, and extended battery life. It features true 1x magnification, a 21 mm x 16 mm window, 3.3 MOA dot, ACRO footprint, and rugged construction suitable for military and law enforcement use.
The Gist: Available at steiner-optics.com (article published August 1, 2026)
Impact: $631.99 MSRP
Bottom Line: 1x magnification, 21x16mm window, 3.3 MOA red dot, CR2032 battery (up to 90,000 hours at brightness level 4), 8 brightness settings (2 NV compatible), waterproof to 35 m, -40°F to 140°F operating temp, 1 MOA clicks (90 MOA total windage/elevation), 2.32 oz, reinforced enclosed emitter with ACRO footprint
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Woox Gladiatore V2 Pump-Action Shotgun Stock & Forend
Woox has released the Gladiatore V2, a premium American walnut upgrade for Mossberg pump-action shotguns consisting of a precision-fit stock and forend. The design incorporates a wraparound grip, aggressive checkering, and ventilated butt pad to improve ergonomics, reduce length-of-pull, and better manage recoil for faster follow-up shots. Handcrafted in limited runs from Claro-grade walnut with Italian design influence and U.S. assembly, it is offered as individual components or a complete kit.
The Gist: Announced August 3, 2026; available for purchase via www.wooxstore.com
Impact: MSRP $439
Bottom Line: Compatible with Mossberg 88/500/590/590 A1 and Shockwave; features wraparound grip technology, aggressive checkering, ventilated butt pad, reduced length-of-pull, and Claro-grade American walnut construction
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Handgun Radio 495 – Virtual Ranges with PrecisionSimRange in Augusta, Maine!
Monday, August 3, 2026 • Duration
Hello and welcome to Handgun Radio! I’m your host Ryan Michad, Weerd Beard & Co from the wild woods of Central Maine and this is your home for all the news, information and discussion in the handgunning world!
This week we are recording on location with Trevor from PrecisionSimRange to talk about their business & how it works!
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Week In Review:
Ryan: -Not much! Work!
-Weerd is still on location! Looking Forward to having him back soon!
Trevor:
Drink Segment:
-Coffee; Black, No Sugar No Cream/
Main Topic: PrecisionSimRange
Video of my trip to PrecisionSimRange
-What is your background?
-What got you into firearms/training?
-How did you go about starting the business?
-What does your business offer that live fire shooting doesn’t?
-Advantages & Disadvantages of the system?
-Is it something for the home hobbyist or professional?
-Where do you see yourselves going from here?
Wrap Up:
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Weerd where can people find you? Assorted Calibers Podcast, Weer’d World
Trevor where can people find you?
PrecisionSimRange
Until next week, have fun & safe shooting!
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