TFBTV Videos
James Reeves asks: Is the Mini-14 obsolete? The Ruger Mini-14 was introduced FIFTY years ago by Ruger. Developed by Bill Ruger and Jim Sullivan, two of the engineering greats, the Ruger Mini-14 was a so-so rifle when it was invented, and most people believe that it lagged behind as the AR-15 caught [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits Twista to talk about what a high-profile rapper carries every day in Chicago. Twista’s not your typical hip-hop artist, though: He’s a licensed concealed handgun instructor and competition shooter in addition to being one of the best to ever [Read More…]
The new Scythe Ti is SilencerCo’s first all-titanium suppressor. It’s a .30 caliber can that comes in at 7oz and 6 inches long, and is rated all the way up to .300 RUM with no barrel length restrictions. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop and Luke visit Utah to check out the new suppressor [Read More…]
I, James Reeves, was skeptical about the Springfield M1A Tanker. I brought this nostalgia piece, this relic of the past that wouldn’t be able to compete with modern rifles, to Thunder Ranch for review. Of course, Clint Smith, a man who grew up on the M1A, couldn’t help but give his [Read More…]
In this video, James Reeves reviews the FN Reflex and compares it to the SIG P365, which is perhaps the most popular micro-compact pistol on the market. James discusses the features of this new micro-compact pistol from FN America. It is a slim, one-inch pistol that is easy to conceal and carry. The [Read More…]
Not many people associate Q with the AR-15, but the Sugar Weasel might be the most significant “new” AR-15 to come around in years. While the Sugar Weasel started life as a more economical Honey Badger, it’s arguably going to be a more versatile and popular rifle than the Honey [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes a look at the CRU Arms Temp, formerly known as the Crusader Arms Templar. This is a rifle designed for the Canadian firearms market, which has restrictions very different from those in the US. The guns we can buy are very different from the ones our syrup-chugging [Read More…]
This video is a continuation of a series we started at Thunder Ranch three years ago to answer the question: What is the ultimate urban rifle? We mean a rifle that is perfect for home defense, self-defense, or even competition. You need something reliable, lightweight, compact, and accurate that [Read More…]
The TFBTV crew is a small but mighty one that I’m proud to be a member of. One of our newest videographers and editors, Patrick O, is here today to tell us all about himself and how he ended up joining the TFBTV crew! Patrick actually has a pretty extensive [Read More…]
The SIG P320 and SIG P226 are two of the most popular pistols on the market and for good reason. Both pistols are well-made, reliable, and accurate. However, there are some key differences between the two pistols that may make one a better choice for you than the other. Further, we compare and [Read More…]
Earlier this summer, James Reeves got to handle and film an unusual and highly intriguing AK-47 rifle chambered in 7.62x54R from Rifle Dynamics. This rifle is not your typical AK-47: It was made from a PSL. As you may know, the PSL rifle is a Romanian military designated marksman rifle that fires [Read More…]
Join James Reeves on an exhilarating journey to the heart of Serbia’s legendary Zastava Oružje factory. In this captivating video, James engages in a conversation with a Zastava engineer, delving into the intricacies of the iconic Serbian M87 Machine Gun, an unparalleled masterpiece of [Read More…]
In this exciting episode of TFBTV, James Reeves dives into the brand-new Springfield Echelon Pistol. Unlike traditional pistols, the Echelon employs a serialized chassis system similar to the SIG P320. This groundbreaking design allows users to easily purchase and interchange frames, unlocking a new [Read More…]
Join us in this exciting video as renowned firearms expert, Ernest Langdon shares his top 5 favorite guns. With decades of experience in the firearms industry and a passion for exceptional craftsmanship, Langdon provides expert insights and recommendations that will captivate both seasoned [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits the Beretta Museum in Gardone Val Trompia, Italy, and asks the curator of the museum, Jarno, what the five most important Beretta firearms are in the entire museum. Jarno gives us a detailed look at some of the oldest, most valuable, and most [Read More…]
TFBTV and James Reeves are at Brownells covering GunCon 2023. In this episode, James speaks with his good friend, Joe Hajny of LMT, about LMT’s new suppressor line. Well known as a premium supplier of military and Law Enforcement M4s, AR-15s, AR-10s, and similar carbines, it only makes sense that [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Rifle Dynamics to talk about the “Thumper” – a gun that started life as an RPK light machine gun and somehow ended up in the hands of Rifle Dynamics. The boys at Rifle Dynamics converted this former LMG into an AKM-type carbine and [Read More…]
In this episode of GunCon 2023 coverage, James stops by HUXWRX (formerly OSS) to speak with them about their newest flowthrough silencers, the FLOW762 series. On the heels of the highly successful and FBI-adopted FLOW556k suppressor, this 3D-printed flowthrough can offers impressive features and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s GunCon 2023 coverage, James speaks with Creative Arms, an Iowan boutique AR-15 manufacturer, about their integrally suppressed .300 Blackout AR-15. This carbine is different than many other integrally suppressed AR-15 options out there in that the Creative Arms uses [Read More…]
James Reeves is at GunCon 2023. In this episode, James speaks with Stern Defense about their innovative new quick-detach AR-15 stock: The RAB-AD (Rapid Attach Buttstock Adapter). This stock comes off your AR-15 and goes back on in one second, allowing your rifle to be stowed in much smaller and [Read More…]
James is at GunCon 2023 with Radian, perhaps one of the most innovative quality accessory manufacturers (and creator of the popular Raptor charging handle) to see their new optic plate system for the Glock MOS and Walther PDP series of pistols. The Guardian plate is unique in that it isn’t JUST a [Read More…]
TFBTV and James Reeves are at Brownells covering GunCon2023. In this episode, James speaks with Biofire, makers of the newest and very highly-hyped smart gun, which uses fingerprint and facial recognition technology to unlock for use. James is skeptical, but the gentlemen from Biofire do their best [Read More…]
TFBTV and James Reeves are covering GunCon 2023. In this episode, James is visiting with AAC (Advanced Armament Corporation) to see their new dedicated 5.7mm can, the Element 3. AAC designed this user-serviceable suppressor to work specifically for the FN P90, however, it should work with the many [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews the founder of Q, Kevin Brittingham, to find out what 6 guns the father of the Honey Badger finds to be the most important and influential to him. We look at the Heckler & Koch MP5SD, the Q Fix, the Stoner 63 LMG, the humble M16A1, and the [Read More…]
In this episode, James visits Timney Triggers at GunCon 2023 to see Timney’s new AK trigger, which *may* be the best AK trigger ever made? It isn’t just because Timney’s new AK trigger is light and crisp at 3.5 pounds of pull with a super-short 2mm tactile reset, but because Timney claims to [Read More…]
TFBTV and James Reeves are at Brownells covering GunCon 2023. In this episode, James is disgusted. Upstart company, Stuff and Things, is making a well-made and well-thought out AK bullpup conversion kit that starts at just $300. This kit will work with Zastava AK-type 5.56mm and 7.62x39mm pistols [Read More…]
In this video, James Reeves of TFBTV joins Matt Haught of Symtac Consulting to learn how to shoot a shotgun faster. James is learning the “push-pull” technique, which is a method of handling and firing a shotgun that allows for faster shooting, which Matt expertly describes in this [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews the creator of the Honey Badger, Kevin Brittingham of Q, about the new Q Boombox. The Boombox is, more or less, the “big brother” of the Honey Badger. While the Honey Badger uses a 5.56mm sized frame to accommodate .300 Blackout rounds, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop checks out the new optic-ready slide for the Kel-Tec P17. For just $199 you can get a replacement slide for the P17 that includes a pre-installed Crimson Trace red dot. The P17 is one of the cheapest among the recent crop of high-capacity rimfire pistols, and this slide [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gets his hands on the cheapest 5.7x28mm pistol you can buy: The $350 dollar Palmetto State Armory Rock 5.7. The PSA Rock is inexpensive but, ergonomically speaking, pretty comfy. It has a 23+1 round capacity of 5.7mm, and the basic model can be found for less [Read More…]
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