SK Customs has returned with another highly-engraved, limited-run of 1911 handguns. Th new Leonardo da Vinci series includes da Vinci’s most celebrated works, the smile of the “Mona Lisa,” “Vitruvian Man” and “The Last Supper,” [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 230th 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 [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has announced that they will now be offering their Emissary 1911 in an All-Black variant for those who want to invigorate those Dark Knight or Punisher vibes. These All-Black Emissary 1911s still carry a forged steel frame and slide with now a black [Read More…]
Before we had the comical “Grip Zone” handguns from Springfield Armory that social media loves to poke fun at, there was the legacy line of Springfield XD handguns. Reliable, simple, and practical, Springfield still makes these pistols and people continue to [Read More…]
If you are in law enforcement, someone with a medical profession, or a similarly related field of work, Springfield Armory sees you and is thankful for your service. That is the basis of the FIRSTLINE Program. To give back to those who support our communities the most. [Read More…]
Springfield Armory, driven by the same exacting standards that built the Professional 1911, is thrilled to introduce the highly anticipated and advanced new TRP pistol series. Commanding attention with its meticulous hand fitting and thoughtful engineering, the TRP is [Read More…]
If you happen to be one of the poor, unfortunate souls who lives in California yet you enjoy and respect firearms, then this will come as extremely welcomed news. Springfield Armory is releasing Cali-Compliant Hellcat, Hellcat Pro, and XD-M Elite 4.5″ 9mm handgun [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves tests the accuracy of the Springfield Hellion, also known as the Croatian HS Produkt VHS-2. James noticed in his earlier review that the VHS-2 was incredibly accurate, so James and Ryan put the Hellion to the test today to see if they can squeeze sub-MOA groups [Read More…]
Springfield Armory released a new handgun model in mid-2023, the modern striker-fired Echelon. Last year’s launch of the series included standard models with a 17-round and a 20-round magazine, available with either three-dot iron sights or a U-dot rear sight, as [Read More…]
If you happen to live in one of the most restrictive states in the US, have not escaped yet, and also oddly love your firearms, then we have some good news for you by the way of Springfield Armory and a new variation of one of their most popular rifles. Springfield [Read More…]
Manticore Arms recently moved from Indiana to South Carolina. But that did not stop Sven of Manticore from designing and coming out with more upgrades for the Springfield Hellion. His Manticore Hellion curved buttpad helps alleviate a common complaint by some online [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Luke C (@BallisticAviation) dives into the Springfield Model 2020 Rimfire Target Rifle, chambered in 22LR. Released in the early summer of 2023, the Model 2020 Rimfire is the first offering that Springfield has made in the rimfire category in a long time and they’re [Read More…]
Springfield Armory’s expansive line of Hellcat models has a new bundle option. This Sportsman’s Warehouse exclusive Hellcat Pro model adds several accessories from Viridian. One unique new item in that bundle is the Viridian CTL light, which has not been [Read More…]
Welcome back to Part 2 of my Springfield Armory Hellion 20-inch review. Part 1 was more of a first look at this gun than a full review. It was a quick-turn piece timed for the announcement date of the new Hellion rather than an in-depth piece. Now that I have spent more [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 216th 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 [Read More…]
The Hellcat and Hellcat Pro from Springfield Armory are some of the most popular models of micro-compact pistols currently on the market. Despite these handguns performing quite well and being highly reviewed across the board, shooters are always looking for ways to [Read More…]
The Springfield Armory Hellion is the cream of the crop when it comes to bullpup rifles centered around the 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem cartridges. You can use common Magpul PMAGs, it’s ambi everything, and it boasts looks that could kill. Now, that curb appeal is [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has their Gear Up 2023 promotion in full swing, and if you purchase a SAINT® or Hellion™ rifle now through January 31st, 2024, you can receive $500 in FREE gear. This includes a Vortex® Crossfire® red dot (with your purchase of a SAINT Victor, [Read More…]
If you’re late to the train to join the Springfield Armory Hellcat bandwagon, you can still punch your ticket and join in on the fun with a new iteration that Springfield Armory has announced this week. The new Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP Threaded in a [Read More…]
When Springfield Armory unveiled their new 18″ and 20″ Hellions, many of us noticed the 20″ version has a similar-looking barrel as the Croatian military-issued VHS-D2. It looks like it has a gas ring to launch a rifle grenade. So I took my review [Read More…]
If you have been toying around with purchasing a Springfield Armory pistol, we have some delightful news to deliver to you. The Springfield Armory Gear Up Promotion for 2023 starts today! Shooters who purchase select Springfield Armory handguns will qualify to receive [Read More…]
If you are feathering that fine line of you want a carry pistol, but you want ALL the ammunition. Additionally, if you are a Hellcat Pro owner (which firmly places you on that line of “carry size” and “capacity”), then you will be glad to hear [Read More…]
When Springfield released their two new long-barreled Hellions, they posted on their own blog a review of these rifles. In that review, the writer mentioned and showed pictures of a Hellion bayonet for the 20″ barreled Springfield Hellion. Well, it is available [Read More…]
James Reeves puts the Springfield Echelon pistol to the test at Thunder Ranch. James subjects the Echelon to a 3 day Thunder Ranch advanced pistol course plus a battery of somewhat unrealistic dirt tests. James, Ryan, and the staff and students have pushed about 3,000 rounds through this gun without [Read More…]
With the new Springfield Armory long-barrel Hellion rifle release, it has increased my fervor for the platform even more. Daniel Y. is reviewing the 20″ barreled Hellion for TFB while I am reviewing it for our sister site, AllOutdoor.com. Playing with the long [Read More…]
Sven of Manticore Arms announced they were working on a new safety selector for the Springfield Hellion. The Manticore Hellion Enhanced Safety System changes the geometry of the safety selector for a more ergonomic throw more akin to an AR-15. Hellion @ TFB: Long Barrel [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…]
Springfield Armory is excited to announce its latest addition to the rimfire shooting community – the new Model 2020 Rimfire series of rifles. The Springfield Model 2020 Rimfire is a new bolt-action platform featuring either a classic walnut wood stock that comes [Read More…]
Backcountry hunters take their sport very seriously and that’s why things like weight, and accuracy through a variety of conditions are two of the most important things to them when it comes to their hunting rifles. Springfield Armory has just announced the newest [Read More…]
Being deep into the 21st century we thought we would be further along than we currently feel today in 2023. Marty McFly was riding a hoverboard in 2015 in “Back to the Future – Part II” (1989 film) and The Jetsons were promising us flying cars in space [Read More…]
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