Media reports have lead us to believe that the world-renowned German firearms manufacturer Heckler & Koch may be up for sale. This is not actually the case. In a german news article posted on November 8th, it was announced that Heckler and Koch are set to be [Read More…]
I have a dream! A dream to compete in IPSC Practical Shooting in The Olympics before I die (better hurry!) This dream came one step closer, as The International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) was officially granted observer status by the GAISF Council when it [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the Serbian made Zastava EZ-9 Compact to see if it can really serve as a budget alternative to a SIG P229. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if you enjoy our program, and consider helping us at TFBTV out! [Read More…]
Today we’re going to examine two iconic firearms from two wildly different worlds. The FP-45 Liberator, the American made single shot insurgency pistol, was a symbol resistance to an occupying force. The Hi-Point Yeet Cannon, a modern-day semi-automatic handgun [Read More…]
Today we take a look at a SIG Sport 552 in a picture taken by Schrombo. I am surprised that the German Firearms legislation forces the flashlight to be a dummy. I have never tried the 552 Sport but shot a bit with the 552 Commando. Which trigger we like is individual, [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 33rd edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, this is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a sweet [Read More…]
For most gun owners, shooting never gets old, but sometimes, changing up what you shoot at can spice things up a bit. Reddit user SP_OON, decided to make his own reactive targets from inexpensive and readily available materials. He purchased some automotive tire [Read More…]
20 years ago, in November of 1999, now renowned firearms expert, researcher and author Maxim Popenker started a gun website called Modern Firearms (www.modernfirearms.net formerly hosted under www.world.guns.ru domain) which I bet you’ve come across if you have ever [Read More…]
It seems like a no brainer – devices that protect shooters and bystanders ear’s should be considered health safety devices. And now you have some official proof to reference the next time a skeptic looks at you sideways. Two weeks ago, the National Hearing [Read More…]
Magpul is proud to introduce its latest advances in firearms furniture technology. The Magpul Bipod – Sling Stud QD. This bipod is able to mount on an Uncle Mike’s style sling swivel stud that is on almost every sporting rifle available on the market today. [Read More…]
Teased a couple of months ago, Samson Manufacturing PC Scout Rail for Ruger PC Carbine is now available for purchase. This 15″ barrel mounted aluminum Picatinny rail section will allow attaching sights in front of the action like it is in the scout rifles. The [Read More…]
Savior Equipment is looking to make your everyday range bag just a little more affordable with their new Urban Warfare Bags and Ultimate Guitar Case. Whether it’s a bug out bag or just something to haul your rifles to the range, they’ve got you covered. Savior [Read More…]
Back in July, SilencerCo invited some media including The Firearm Blog to check out their factory and unveil a new suppressor. We were under embargo until today. SilencerCo is coming out with a new all-in-one suppressor called the Omega 36M. It is based on their Omega [Read More…]
Today we take a look at some Norwegian soldiers from the Finnmark Land Command training with soldiers from the Home Guard. The Norwegian Army, including the Home Guard, has a very fancy taste in firearms. All that oil money needs to go somewhere… In the story [Read More…]
Check out this review of the SIG Sierra 3 BDX Optic. Scope, rangefinder, and app all work together to provide you with a fast and efficient firing solution. Making ethical and fun hits on game and targets a lot easier! ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and [Read More…]
Photos where the photographer manages to capture the projectile as it leaves the barrel are the best, we love them! As you can see we have a contender in this Photo Of The Day, where a 120 mm mortar round leaves the barrel of the M74 Mortar. The location is the Besmaya [Read More…]
Good afternoon everyone and thanks for joining us for the 98th edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine – home of the new YHM Resonator R2 and YHM Turbo T2 suppressors. Last week we discussed shotgun suppressors, specifically [Read More…]
The PVS-31s are the ultimate in binocular night vision goggles. They are made by L3 Technologies and the price tag is not for the faint of heart. Just ask fellow writer Richard L. he has a set. PVS-31 cost around $10k. Well in the world of night vision users, [Read More…]
Fire from above in this Picture Of The Day, as a German Kampfschwimmer (“Combat Swimmer”) aims his G28 rifle towards the ground. He’s riding an H145M LUH SOF battlefield support helicopter. According to Airbus, it’s “a medium-sized military [Read More…]
Hello again everyone. It’s that time of the week again, it’s deal time. But it’s also a very special week for me because this week (or well really last week but who’s counting) marks my 1-year anniversary of starting writing here at TFB. Edit: [Read More…]
The debate about whether or not to place gun stickers or other firearm-related material on your vehicle is usually a split, between those that choose not to, and those that want to boldly use their First Amendment right. As Americans, we’re used to being able to [Read More…]
Last week, I was walking around in a local gun shop and they had an extremely blown up Smith & Wesson K-38 Combat Masterpiece (Model 15) in the case. I was immediately interested in the story behind this classic wheel gun. When I picked up the old Smith, I saw it [Read More…]
We are knee-deep into the fall season and SIG Sauer has just released its latest addition to the Elite Match series of ammunition. Long-range shooting is serious business and it can be incredibly rewarding – unless your ammo isn’t reliable. If you’re a [Read More…]
In the world of weapon-mounted lights, Modlite has been turning some heads. They have been picked up by a number of dealers including Brownells and their lights are all the rage for law enforcement. Just recently Big Tex Outdoors posted up some comparison of a new [Read More…]
Bullberry Barrel Works closing shop Fred Smith, owner of Bullberry Barrel Works has announced that his shop will be closing operations. Bullberry Barrel works have been in business for over 40 years and have been making custom bolt action barrels for all sorts of [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves picks out the 5 best real life guns from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) and discusses how the guns in the game compare to their real life counterparts, reviewing stats, performance, and configurations of the game guns to the real deal. If you are looking [Read More…]
Growing up hunting in the area of Texas that I did, the terrain and vegetation meant we never needed to shoot very far. Almost all of our whitetails were taken at less than 200 yards. In the Army, we qualified with M4s from 50m-300m and close-quarters combat training is [Read More…]
Today’s Photo of the Day brings more NAVY SEALs with FN SCARs. We love when we can zoom in on a high-resolution image and read “FN Herstal Belgium MK 17 Mod 0. Cal 7,62 mm” on the side of the firearm. It is even possible to read the serial on the [Read More…]
I didn’t quite understand how polarizing the BUG gun ( Back Up Gun) debate was until I was out to dinner with six or seven friends a few weeks ago. My friends all had extremely strong feelings and reactions to a very simple question. Regardless of what you think [Read More…]
Sabatti have expanded their line of bolt-action rifles by introducing the Tactical EVO. If you are familiar with the products of this company you may have noticed the similarity in appearance with another Sabatti rifle, the Tactical Syn. However, in their press release, [Read More…]