IHS Jane’s reports that the Philippines Army has purchased 63,000 Remington R4 carbines with $53 million. The Philippine Army (PA) has confirmed the acquisition of 63,000 Remington Defense R4 5.56 mm carbines in a deal worth PHP2.4 billion (USD53 million). PA [Read More…]
Disclaimer: A provision in the Gun Control Act of 1968, 18 U.S.C, Chapter 44 states that an unlicensed individual can make a firearm for personal use, but not for the intent of sale or distribution. Said firearm must conform to N.F.A standards and you must be legally [Read More…]
Ruger recently announced a recall of a select batch of their Ruger American Rimfire rifles. The batch they’ve recalled are rifles chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum (.22 WMR) as well as .17 Hornady Magnum (.17 HMR) that were manufactured from November 17, 2013 [Read More…]
Today on March 25th, 2014 I set out to test some PCP polymer cased ammo in some commonly available military rifles. I drug out a PTR-91 and an FN FAL with the ammo. I function tested each rifle with 40 rounds of Winchester 7.62×51 beforehand to make sure each gun [Read More…]
The following is a promotional video released on the K14 rifle: The K14 is a sniper rifle developed for the Republic of Korea (aka: South Korea) military. It is a 7.62×51 chambered rifle and was developed by S&T Motiv, formerly known as Daewoo. For more [Read More…]
Shooting Dental Floss with a 22LR? Sure no problem. In his sleep. Shooting dental floss as it swings? Please, give him a challenge! A ball at the end of the string and has to go into a small basketball hoop? Bring it!
Oleg Volk took a picture of fellow Gun Blogger SayUncle and his daughter for ENDO. Nothing cuter than a kid with proper trigger discipline. What firearms do your kids use?
So today I am headed down to beautiful Phoenix, AZ to take part in a two day media event around the 3MR trigger system. The trip will include a tour of the manufacturing facility as well as two days of range time shooting the trigger system both in a stattic target [Read More…]
The DRD Paratus is cool, but the Head Down Products “Deceptus” takes the take-down rifle to a new, more elegant, level. The Deceptus uses a specialized barrel nut, upper, and handguard; the rifle is otherwise AR-15 compatible. The break-down design allows [Read More…]
The Outdoor Channel’s Down Range TV has released a compelling (if highly marketing tinged) look into Hornady’s operations and bullet-manufacturing. The video, clocking in at just shy of 9:00 is a revealing expose of the specialized machines, processes, and [Read More…]
Hoppe’s recently announced a new gun oil called the “Synthetic Blend Lubricating Gun Oil.” Hoppe’s claims the new oil delivers “highly effective lubrication” and offers “long-lasting protection of all firearms, fishing reels [Read More…]
Midwest Industries has a replacement handguard for the IWI Tavor. It has Keymod slots and an optional light mount front plate to place a 1″ light below the barrel. Front light mount cap For more info, go the Midwest Industries
This S&W Bodyguard 380 was sent to a home-based FFL. Manufactured last month, it was sent from the factory with no slide serrations! Members of the Smith&Wesson Forum suggested that this is no problem as long as he sells it to a customer with a pair of pliers!
A reader spotted an AK-style rifle chambered in 12 Gauge at the Norinco booth at IWA ’14. Stamped on the side, underneath “Jianshe Industry, Made in China” is “USSG COCOA, FL”. This is an import mark that means this particular gun is [Read More…]
More food for thought on manipulating a handgun. Travis Haley, of Haley Strategic, breaks down some simple observations of the anatomy in a pistol grip.
This guest post was written by SO of the Defense and Freedom blog. The biggest challenge with pistols in emergencies is the decision whether to shoot or not. Yet once the decision to shoot has been made unconsciously, the most pressing challenge that remains is to [Read More…]
The Sudanese military have selected the Chinese QBZ-97 bullpup for their Future Soldier System. The Sudanese military have been using Chinese weapon for a while now and those including: Type 96 main battle tank, HJ-8 anti-tank missile, Type 56 and Type 81 rifles, CQ [Read More…]
Whilst film buffs complain about the seemingly endless Hollywood cycle of remakes and reboots, those in the firearms world couldn’t be happier when a classic design is revisited for the modern age. Case in point, the new Brügger & Thomet VP-9 pistol, a 21st [Read More…]
Wilson Combat, perhaps best known for high-end 1911 handguns, is now offering custom gunsmithing and enhanced replacement parts for the Beretta 92 and 96 series of pistols. There are a variety of gunsmithing packages available, with many custom options also readily [Read More…]
Here is an interesting test. I really do not condone putting anyone’s life at risk to test if a car is bullet proof. I am curious how they thought it was bullet proof. Did they just obtain the car on the word of the previous owner? And what would convince them to [Read More…]
An interesting product. It is simple and provides a lot of options for organizing gear. I can see it being useful for organizing bug out bags or range bags. You can mount molle pouches or screwed on gear like teklocks. Molleganizer by Bladetricks
Over the years I’ve had some decent slings that did the job but never one I really was impressed with and did everything well. I imagine most of you have purchased slings based on looks, brand and such only to be disappointed by the performance. My biggest pet peeve [Read More…]
I received an email from Silencerco about how to purchase a silencer or if the term fits suppressor. The video is done very well. It’s both informative and humorous.
Fans of Longmire rejoice, this week’s submission includes the much loved and reviled… Branch Connally (I mean how dare he run against the Sheriff!?!?). Smirk-arising matrix below: On-target or no-impact, no-idea? Thanks, Renegade!
TriStar announced the company is expanding its line of handguns to include the P-120 pistol in 9mm. The guns are hammer-fired, and use a traditional double-/single-action trigger pull. Both the frame and slide are made from stainless steel. The pistols will ship [Read More…]
The dream job for many TFB readers … (Wilsonville, OR) – Crimson Trace, the recognized leader in laser sights and tactical lights, announces a search to fill the company’s Director of Engineering position. This key employee provides strategic vision and [Read More…]
Think you know all there is about the Magpul MBUS? Did you know the MBUS was originally designed for the KRISS Vector? The early prototype KRISS Vector, like the one seen on Future Weapons, were kitted out with HK MP7 style iron sights. The MP7 sights are a dual [Read More…]
Hickok45 takes a look at two .308 battle rifles. The Springfield Socom 16 and the SCAR 17. When he compares the recoil, I concur. My SCAR17 recoil is so soft, it is like a smidgen higher than my AR-15 in .556.
A few weeks back I posted a small review of a cleaning kit I found at my local Cabela’s store. That story can be found here. This morning I received a press release for Tactical Gear Distributors new TAC SHIELD cleaning kits being released. it looks like we are [Read More…]
In September last year the São Paulo State Military Police (PMSP) recalled 96,000 Taurus 24/7 DS pistols because a number of them were able to be be discharged without pulling the trigger. We published a short clip showing a faulty police pistol being discharged but [Read More…]
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