Copies of the FN Minimi have been photographed in use by Chinese police. The existance of this clone was first reported by Max Popenker & Tony Williams, both well known to TFB readers, in their book Machine Gun: The Development of the Machine Gun from the Nineteenth [Read More…]
Youtube star FPS Russia looks to be getting a rifle named after him, reports Aftermath Gun Club The teaser photo indicates an AR-15 upper receiver with a forward return spring and non-reciprocal folding charging handle.
A redditor built a XBox 360 controller into an airsoft rifle. He used an Arduino Pro Mini and whats looks to be a Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) with 9 degrees of freedom (3 axis gyro + 3 axis accelerometer + 3 axis magnetometer/compass) to replace the analog sticks [Read More…]
Beretta USA said on their Facebook page that the US Army has purchased 100,000 more Beretta M9 pistols and has confirmed that the M9 will remain their sidearm for the next five years. [ Many thanks to Lance for emailing me the link. ]
The WSJ reports on the rise of gun sales … As demand has risen, supply hasn’t kept up. Manufacturers are experiencing backlogs, even as they raise prices and report record profits. Citing the political impact of the election, Olin said its June backlog [Read More…]
I hope many of you will be as excited about this announcement as I was Thursday. I was very pleased to have a conversation with Jeff Creamer, director of product management for Sig Sauer. Before I pass along the particulars of the new Sig M11 A-1 let me tell you a very [Read More…]
Damage Industries are now selling a rail for the FN P90 that extends further forward than the factory rail and provides an under-rail. It allows larger optics to be mounted on the top and flashlights and/or lasers to be mounted underneath. It will be available in black [Read More…]
Nifty. The poster is being sold for $35.
Researchers at Purdue University took high speed video of metal sliding over each other and discovered a strange swirling fluid-like behaviour not normally associated with solids. This research might have major implications for the gun industry. Guns are essentially a [Read More…]
Taiwanese artist Tu Wei-Cheng created a candy shop filled with chocolate guns, grenades and military vehicles. I guess these conceptual artists think they are being edgy or something. In time another artist is sure to do one better and setup with their own faux candy [Read More…]
H&K USA has responded to the accusation by Jerry Tsai that H&K will not sell the MP7 to civilians in the USA because they do not think civilians needs it. Some readers have misinterpreted a recent feature story in RECOIL magazine as a reflection of HK policy. [Read More…]
In late fall Magpul will be adding two new colors to their lineup. The Stealth Grey color will be eventually rolled out to the entire product line, starting with the Magpul MOE range. The Pink color will be a limited release Pink will be a limited release, starting with [Read More…]
We’ve all seen the new pistols released with the compact laser mounted to the triggerguard. Crimson Trace has done this product one better by adding them as a separate unit for several pistols without rails. I received a new “Laserguard” for my Kimber 1911 last [Read More…]
The author of this video demonstrates a range of suppressed pistols and rifles, in a number of calibers, at a variety of distances. It gives a good indication of the sound suppression you should expect if you are looking at getting a suppressor. [Hat Tip: SayUncle]
Michael Bane got to play with the Polish PM-63 … The Polish PM-63 “RAK” in 9 x 18 Mak…man, these things so rock! I gotta say that in the balance, I like them more that Czech Skorpions, which I like a lot. The flat disc in front is the [Read More…]
Custom Gun Rails Inc. is producing a range of laser engraved polymer (backed by aluminium) rail covers. Pretty nifty.
FN USA has begun selling a Tactical Box Magazine (TBM) Conversion Kit for the FN SPR rifle. The kit can be easily installed, no gunsmith required. The kit replaces the internal/hinged-floorplate magazine. “We are pleased to offer this new TBM Conversion Kit,” said [Read More…]
After the RECOIL Magazine incident, many people have been discussing the H&K MP7. People often have the incorrect impression that it is a small gun. I put this down to video games, where the MP7 appears a lot smaller than it really it, and hyperbole from fiction and [Read More…]
Browning is now producing the X-Bolt chambered for the classic .375 H&H Magnum. Unlike the regular X-Bolt, these include iron sights, a necessity for a big game gun. The Medallion model has a steel engraved receiver with a blued finish. The barrel also has a blued [Read More…]
This ad from Glock is just plain awesome. I feel very inspired. A YouTube comment on the video says … I’m the RO (guy with the timer) in the video. The pistol is a Glock 34 gen3 (9mm) and yes he has aftermarket sights like most all competition shooters do. [Read More…]
Dima Levanchuk emailed me about a firm he is making called The Tramp. It is about a young woman from a small town who turns into a ruthless killer after being kidnapped by human traffickers. At one point during the film she makes a crude blackpower shotgun pistol. You [Read More…]
Handl Defense has developed an aftermarket aluminium lower receiver for the FN SCAR 17 to replace the factory polymer lower. Their SCAR25 lower (urgh, FN is not going to like their trademark being used in this way) allows the use of SR-25 and M-110 compatible magazines [Read More…]
UPDATE: H&K denies the allegations made by Jerry Tsai. Jerry Tsai, editor of RECOIL, has apologised for publicly agreeing with an H&K representative who said H&K would never sell the H&K MP7A1 to consumers because the gun has no sporting purpose. I [Read More…]
I came across a webpage on the BATFE website with examples of NFA regulated guns …
I don’t know where this photo originates from. [ Many thanks to Sven (Defence and Freedom) for emailing me the pic. ]
Geissele is producing a special run of semi-automatic triggers for the HK417. They are modified Geissele HK417 SSF (Super Select Fire) triggers from a canceled order. If you have a H&K MR762, this trigger would be a good upgrade over the stock H&K trigger.
Strike Industries continues to create new products at a rapid pace. Their latest is a series of base plates for Glock pistols. The wings will be available in three different flavours …
I am outraged at how a Hoosier woman was treated by a Walmart in Clarksville, IN. Prayse Dangler, who is married to a solider, was worried about protecting herself when her husband was out of town. She went to Walmart, with her husband, to buy a shotgun. From [Read More…]
Ruger has announced a new .22 Magnum revolver called the Single-Nine. As its name suggests, it has a nine chamber cylinder. It is build upon the Ruger Single-Six frame. Like the rest of the Single-Six line, it is a premium revolver with a price to match. The MSRP is [Read More…]
Next week National Geographic will begin airing a nine-part series about a father and son who run a antique weapons business. The trailer looks good … From the press release … Meet the Indiana Joneses of historical weaponry: father-son duo Christian and Alex [Read More…]
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