Steyr Arms has added an OD Green M9-A1 to their pistol lineup finally. Even though they have been using OD Green polymer on their firearms for nearly 50 years on both the SSG 69 sniper rifle and the AUG, they must have just got around to it. I guess late is better than [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James gets his hands on the newly released (May 2017) S&W Model 69 Combat Magnum 2.75″ barrel in .44 Magnum. This diminutive magnum packs 5 rounds of .44SPL/MAG into a package smaller and lighter than a standard 1911. Truly, this gun is small enough that it can be [Read More…]
In recent days, Glock’s reveal of their MHS submission has caused quite a bit of hand-wringing in comments sections across the internet – specifically regarding the uncharacteristic safety. This particular case falls outside my knowledge or experience (or [Read More…]
Obviously, these images from Technostudio Engineering are just CAD renderings of what someday might come to life as a real pistol. Even still, they are quite beautiful and evoke thoughts of Bond villains or intergalactic battles between good (obviously humans) and evil [Read More…]
Via a press release published earlier this month, German gunmaker Hecker & Koch announced it had reduced its financial debt to a mere €170 million (~$194 million US), thanks to an equity increase of €50 million via a capital shares increase. With this, the [Read More…]
Table-based magazine loaders have existed a long time. While it takes some time to get the rounds into the loading plate with a simple push, all rounds are quickly and easily inserted into the magazine. PLATE’s ACEM loaders have been a respected offering in this [Read More…]
The partnership of trainer Chris Costa and handgun maker STI International seems to be going well. The pair has introduced their latest handgun collaboration – the V.I.P. STI states the Costa V.I.P. is modeled after their own similar non-Costa V.I.P., but [Read More…]
In my opinion, Walther is one of a few significantly underappreciated handguns here in the US. Long known for quality manufacturing and renowned for their ergonomic grips on their handguns. The redesigned PPQ is an excellent handgun and it pains me as a shooter that [Read More…]
When it comes to current silencer trends, modular is king. And for good reason – with all of the ridiculous restrictions placed on the making, transferring, owning and possessing of National Firearms Act (NFA) items like silencers in the United States, the ability [Read More…]
I try not to be possessive of Holidays, knowing that everyone from around the world can celebrate them. In fact, I try to welcome as much as possible. However, Independence Day is a sacred day to me, having served my beloved country. So, it feels just a tinge of [Read More…]
The Armed Forces of the Netherlands will be receiving an order of 10,000 9x19mm NATO Gen 4 Glock 17s with the latest contract announced by the Dutch Ministry of Defense as reported by the Polish magazine Mil Mag. This comes after an initial purchase of 6,300 Gen 4s in [Read More…]
Firearm designers in Donetsk have developed a new handgun called Oplot. It is a hammer fired, short barrel recoiling, tilting barrel locking semi-auto pistol. It is pretty reminiscent of Tokarev pistol and looks like its modernized version. Call it Donetsk [Read More…]
Last week, Sig .40 S&W 180 gr V-Crown didn’t do very well from a short barrel. This week we shoot it through a Glock Model 22 into ClearBallistics gel to assess velocity, penetration, expansion, and weight retention. Performance is still mixed, even with the longer barrel. Guns in this [Read More…]
Apart from the Battlehook and the Blue Line Brand the Henning Group also make accessories for Tanfoglio and CZ handguns. With the new CZ Shadow II around there are now checkered and contoured grips available in a variety of colors, like black, blue, red and orange. We [Read More…]
So far we have added a KKM Barrel and a Raven Concealment Freya mag well to our Roland Special build, now comes the slide milling. The ONLY correct choice for a Roland Special is to send your stock slide off for some ATEi Glock slide milling. Doug has a way with these [Read More…]
You read the headline correctly, a man shot his junk, that was not a typo. A 38-year-old Florida man by the name of Cedrick Jelks shot himself in the penis after sitting on his loaded handgun (Any bets it was a 1911)? Sadly there isn’t much info out there about [Read More…]
After 13 years of searching for the US Army’s next pistol, a successor to the Beretta M9 has been selected. However, with the selection of the SIG P320 as the M17 and M18 Modular Handgun System, many individuals in the industry have been compelled to cry foul and [Read More…]
Yet another super tempting rebate has been announced, this time from FN America for the FN 509. With all the options for some of the best deals I have seen in the gun market for some time, it sure isn’t making consumer’s lives easier. It is a whole lot [Read More…]
Full Conceal out of Las Vegas, Nevada, have released the M1, based on the SIG P320 Compact in 9×19 mm. The setup gives you a 19 round magazine capacity. Nineteen? Really? Yes, if you count 9 in the grip, 9 in the front magazine holder and 1 in the chamber. Detailed [Read More…]
The National Crime Agency in United Kingdom just made huge news as they arrested eight people and seized 79 illegal firearms hidden in engine blocks. A vehicle with a trailer was trying to pass the border between France and the UK, but could be stopped before it entered [Read More…]
Ever wonder what happens when you put a ported barrel into a gun that isn’s set up to use a ported barrel? I think we all have a reasonably good idea what to expect, but if you want to see the aftermath, Instagrammer gun_track_mind has your back. Before we get too [Read More…]
Sometimes one just has to shake their head at the sheer level of stupidity we humans can wring upon ourselves. The latest example of someone who is likely related to Murphy is teenager Monalisa Perez who accidentally, nay, negligently shot her boyfriend 22-year-old [Read More…]
Glock isn’t done yet: Despite being passed over by the Army and having their protest of the MHS contract rejected by the GAO, Glock is still hoping for a chance. In a recent interview with Matthew Cox of Military.com, Glock Vice President Josh Dorsey spoke out [Read More…]
Where most firearms enthusiasts are familiar with the ubiquitous Makarov series of handguns, few are familiar with its smaller, thinner (and arguably better looking) cousin – the PSM. While its reputation is as an assassin’s firearm, Ian over at Forgotten [Read More…]
It seems that Smith & Wesson Shields just don’t stay in stock long at any retailer with the current round of promotions that are currently being offered for Smith pistols. The response has been nothing short of impressive, but that wasn’t enough for [Read More…]
In a previous article (https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/03/03/weapons-rios-crime-war-pmerj-side/), TFB showed some images of PMERJ – Polícia Militar do Estado do Rio de Janeiro in the frontline of the war against crime in Rio. Being the major responsible for [Read More…]
Rimfire rifle and pistol maker Volquartsen has announced the release of an upper receiver for Ruger’s recently released (and recalled) MKIV rimfire pistol. Appropriately named the Volquartsen MKIV Competition receiver, the setup comes in a handful of lengths as [Read More…]
Interestingly, the last company on earth that I expected to see offering a rebate has done so. Welcome to the struggle Heckler & Koch. Any consumer that buys a new full-size P30 or VP9 between July 1, 2017 and September 30, 2017 will be able to submit a form on the [Read More…]
I like Apex triggers. I also like America. But I never was much of a fan of the Apex Freedom Edition triggers until now. I find that I have an unnatural desire to buy one fo the newly announced blue freedom edition triggers. Why? Because they are blue and look nothing [Read More…]
Hadoken! Is what I’m sure James’ is thinking in his head as he shoots a .44 Magnum. It throws fireballs. James is shooting a S&W Model 69 Combat 2.75″ .44magnum with plain old Remington UMC .44Mag ammo.
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