A video has been released wherein the wrist mounted Glock 19s used by Will Smiths character Deadshot, are being tested in a movie prop facility, most likely the Movie Armaments Group based out of Toronto. In collaboration with Walter Klassen FX, the groups worked [Read More…]
During the SHOT 2016 Range day I had the pleasure of firing Howa’s new MiniAction series of rifles. Howa rifles, which are imported by Legacy Sports and made in Japan, come in a plethora of calibers and configurations. The MiniAction series is available in .204 Ruger, [Read More…]
Special Interest Arms (SIA) in Gardnerville, Nevada, specializes in bolt action rifle to pistol caliber conversions. With an emphasis on quiet, SIA is using the Armscor .22 TCM bolt action as a platform for a 9mm rifle/suppressor host. The Novem is available as either [Read More…]
Atlantic Firearms has just announced the release of their Omega SD Barreled Receiver – basically the ‘heart and soul’ of an MP5SD patterned pistol. The receiver includes everything you need to own an SD roller-lock gun, minus the trigger group and an [Read More…]
The manufacturer of the SCR rifle and MCR belt feed system for M4 style rifles, ARES Defense Systems, is changing its name to FightLite Industries to more accurately reflect their current product line-up as well as upcoming additions to the line. Geoffery Herring, the [Read More…]
Remington is expanding their reach in handguns by adding a 10mm to their lineup. Their new R1 10mm Hunter Long Slide is an understandable choice given the rise in pistol hunters, many of whom prefer their hunting handguns be chambered in 10mm. The announcement of the [Read More…]
I really don’t mind loading mags – that is when I’m blessed with plenty of advance warning to do so at my leisure. For those more ‘immediate’ needs, I currently prefer to use a Mag-LULA that travels in my ammo bag. However, after stumbling [Read More…]
Spike’s Brown Recluse is an impressive 9mm pistol caliber carbine. While the majority of the gun is similar to many other 9mm ARs, the integrally suppressed barrel is where it truly shines. Sure companies can chop a barrel and add long barrel extension to make it [Read More…]
There is nothing sexier in the firearm world than a short barreled rifle (SBR) with a sleek collapsible or folding stock. And the newest trend of integrating the MP5-A3 “two post” style of telescoping stock into the AR platform has brought a new level of [Read More…]
In the business world, company acquisitions happen frequently. The purchase of a company can happen for various reasons, but it is all done to help the bottom line. It can be easy to forget that companies in the shooting industry are just businesses like any other. [Read More…]
This past January an opportunity fell in my lap to attend the first Precision Hunter Course held in Texas by Magpul. The Precision Hunter course is unique because it is geared toward the average hunter. In the words of the instructor, Caylen Wojcik, “The aim of the [Read More…]
Since I am getting “mixed” reviews on my cheesy Buddy Cop graphic comedy series, how about a mid-week’s look at some dry accounting numbers? Ok, maybe they aren’t so dry since all of the stats involve guns. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, [Read More…]
High quality gear and accessories do not have to be expensive. Over the last couple years I have had the pleasure of getting to use some outstanding products that were fairly inexpensive, yet yielded an incredible amount of value and utility. Below are 4 quality [Read More…]
A military group requested a heat shield on the barrels to protect slings, cables and pouches. Since the Micro Gun is so short it would be easy to swing it and have it touch something. Here is what Empty Shell came up with. It looks slick.
Destructive Devices Industries (DDI), makers and importers of Kalashnikov parts, rifles and the DDI-12 AK Shotgun, have announced that they will be offering American-made AK rifles. Initially, the rifles will be available in three options: fixed stock, folding plastic [Read More…]
Once again SIG has added to it’s ever expanding line of handgun and rifle ammunition. This offering is a match grade .308 in the “Elite Performance” line. This round uses the highly successful 168 grain Match King bullet. This from Sierra: MatchKings® [Read More…]
TFB has written several articles about the H&K SP5K, and it’s easy to understand why. We reported about it when it was released officially at IWA in Germany earlier this year. It is now available in the USA according to H&K. The new SP5K was developed by [Read More…]
Carolina Arms Group is a new company that opened for business in May of 2015. My introduction to this custom 1911 company was during the 2016 SHOT show. I’ve spoken with the owner, Mark, in person and on the phone numerous times.During our conversations it became [Read More…]
Friend, attorney and fellow blogger Adam Kraut has filed comments in opposition to ATF’s recently proposed rule-making dubbed 29P on behalf of Silencer manufacturer Dead Air Armament. If you remember from our story a few months back, 29P seeks to change the way [Read More…]
Strike Industries released a video showcasing a new product for small frame Glock pistols. It is called the Jitter Plug. It is for generation 3 Glock pistols. Designed for use in STOCK small frame Gen 3 GLOCKS in Full Size and Compact configurations (G17, 19, 22, 23, [Read More…]
Earlier this week, Lasermax has started shipping out their new Spartan laser light. It is a small pistol rail mounted light and laser that runs on a single AAA battery. The Spartan comes in either red laser or green laser. The LED is not a white led. It has a mint green [Read More…]
Wicked Grips recently released several new patterns of grips and gemstone inlaid grip screws. The set I received are made of aluminum with the Texas flag. This set has a somewhat worn look to them. The grips are very close to the same thickness as the SIG 938 factory [Read More…]
Over the last weekend of July 2016 Hogue Inc. posted a statement on their Facebook page outlining their experience with Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo is one of the largest banking institutions in the country. The bank was founded in 1852 and is quite well known for its logo [Read More…]
While there is a plethora of videos showing how common centerfire ammunition is made, 22LR and similar rimfire ammunition has been kept relatively close to the chest. CCI had a video out a few years ago, but it disappeared from their official YouTube outlet and was not [Read More…]
While typically known for their less-expensive products, UTG Leapers has been making a push into solid offerings. Their latest UTG Pro rail systems have been well acclaimed and I can personally say that they latest Q/D scope rings are actually quite good, even [Read More…]
Yes, the varrous “bump fire” stocks are enjoyable to shoot, but they have limited practical utility. With one pushing the weapon forward, maintaining aim (which is usually accomplished by pulling the gun to the rear) is pretty much out the window. Fostech [Read More…]
The majority of us know 22 Plinkster from his You Tube channel. In fact we frequently post a number of his video shenanigans using a 22 rifle. Well it so happens Henry Repeating Arms contacted me to let me know that Henry has started Henry TV on YouTube. The host of the show will be […] [Read More…]
In a world where development has gone semi-auto mad, its refreshing to see a company take a step back and work on refining what has worked for over a hundred years – the traditional hunting bolt-action rifle. Introduced just a few years ago, the Bergara B-14 [Read More…]
Lage Manufacturing, the company known for the upper receiver that turns the MAC-10 submachine gun into a firearm that is actually enjoyable to own and shoot, just announced a series of new stocks and adapters for the Sig MPX and the CZ EVO pistol caliber carbines. Both [Read More…]
The wards over in Iraq and Afghanistan have taught the military some major valuable lessons on the strategic front including how to deal with insurgency, dismounted operations on a large scale across rugged terrain, and a myriad of other lessons. To each of those is a [Read More…]
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