(This is Part 2 of the TFB Rifle Weight Omnibus. You can read Part 1 here.) In October, I traveled out to see my co-writer Alex C. to collect data on the weights of different long guns and some of their components. Over that weekend, I weighed 58 rifles and submachine [Read More…]
Up until now, my “precision” rifle has been a Mosin. I know, I know… Tom, that is not what anyone would consider precision (you know except for some old guys in “wars past” before all these new fangled rifles, with their new fangled composite plastics, [Read More…]
XDM Suppressed Why is this a “new” 2016 offering? I’m not entirely sure either. We published a press release for this very pistol back in June, and I know a number have hit the streets since then. Regardless of the actual release date on it, I think this is a [Read More…]
As many readers will know, Springfield has wasted no time in 2016 with a salvo of daily launches of new products in the first quarter of the year. Today, January 10, Springfield officially unveils the new stainless steel Range Officer 1911 in 9mm and .45ACP. Springfield was kind enough to send James [Read More…]
The M1 Garand is certainly a great design, but it’s often forgotten that it is fundamentally a piece of late 1920s technology, and it has some serious flaws. Its Achilles’ heel, though, is probably its susceptibility to mud, dirt, sand, and other foreign [Read More…]
This is the fourth part of a series of posts seeking to describe and analyze the 7.62mm Lightweight Rifle concept promoted by the Americans, and subsequently adopted by NATO in various forms. This series will cover development from before World War II to the present [Read More…]
What was the standard issue U.S. Army infantry rifle with the shortest service life? The most common answer is probably the Springfield Krag–Jørgensen rifle, which was quickly replaced after its lackluster performance in the Spanish-American War versus [Read More…]
On the heels of the very successful Duel 3 promotion which left a lot of happy new guns and gear owners Springfield launches another program called “Hit the Range”. All across the country Springfield representatives will be attending the days shooting [Read More…]
This is the third part of a series of posts seeking to describe and analyze the 7.62mm Light Rifle concept promoted by the Americans, and subsequently adopted by NATO in various forms. This series will cover development from before World War II to the present day, but [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James reviews the new Springfield XDm threaded barrel edition. The XDm threaded barrel edition comes complete with all of the XDm features, plus a match grade barrel threaded in 1/2×28″ and raised sights. Best of all, the XDm has a capacity of 19+1 in 9mm [Read More…]
What is better than a M1A with a 20 round magazine? A M1A with a 50 round drum, of course. Paul writes … This is my beloved Springfield M1A. It wears a Vortex viper PST 1-4x which sits on a vltor casv rail all tied into a Boyd’s walnut stock. James from X [Read More…]
Alien Gear has been manufacturing holsters since March of 2013, and in just two short years has grown significantly. Today they have a team of more than 100 based out of two locations, one in Hayden, Idaho, the other in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Their holsters are [Read More…]
Searching for a full barrel specification for usage outside of TFB, I stumbled across this gem of a forum post from GunSmithInfo.com. Posted up for all to see in great clarity is the full Government 1911 prints, for every part including full readable notes, sizes, [Read More…]
Uncle Webkins sends us a photo of his favorite pistol … More from me. Back in the heyday of Springfield Armory, before there was the TRP Operator, before there was the Loaded Operator, there was the one without front cocking serrations… the Mil-Spec Operator [Read More…]
Hungarian YouTuber capandball gives us a look at the world of blackpowder rifled-musket competition shooting, with his original Springfield 1861 Rifle-Musket, manufactured at Bridesburg: The original guns, when coupled with Minie-style projectiles, can provide quite [Read More…]
Our friends at the Off Target Youtube channel have just posted a video comparing the Glock 43, Springfield XDS, and M&P Shield 9. For most people looking for a single stack 9mm concealed carry pistol (and not wanting a subcompact) these are probably the first [Read More…]
Weapon Worx posted this on Facebook. If you look at the picture of the gun closely, you can see cracks in the grip. I find it odd how all the internal components came out of the gun. If what we are seeing is what actually flew off and hit the shooter in [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has partnered with TFB to give you the opportunity to win a Black XD-S® 3.3″ Single Stack 9mm! Bonus entry points will also be given away so make sure to share this giveaway with your friends! *** This is only a 4 day giveaway! *** Prize: XD-S [Read More…]
Many of us have come across a particular Croatian pistol, the Springfield XD. After doing some research on Giorgio’s pictures from IDEX, I learned that Agencija Alan is also a manufacturer of the HS pistol. You can see how similar they are to the Springfield XD [Read More…]
Now here is a rail that I can get behind. Rather than be forced to use a “scout” scope or have to use a complete chassis, Low-Pro Products 15″ extended rail allows the shooter to use their standard optics and provides enough rail real estate to mount [Read More…]
T Bone sent us this photo of his “Warren Tactical Series” 9mm. He writes … Breaking in my new “Warren Tactical Series” 9mm Operator. What the hell is that? It’s basically a Springfield MC Operator chambered in 9mm per Scott [Read More…]
In Part 2 of 3 in the Springfield SHOT Show Range Day series, Rob Leatham gives me the details on the new Range Officer Compact 1911 in 9mm. It features a dual spring recoil systems, fiber optic front and low profile combat rear sights, a Parkerized finish, a 4″ [Read More…]
I had the opportunity to have Rob Leatham tell me about the new Springfield XD Mod 2 in .45ACP. It’s an extremely tiny .45 considering it packs 9+1. I will be honest guys, I have never owned an XD, but I was thoroughly impressed with the Mod 2 and how well [Read More…]
Pedersen designed a device to caliber convert a Springfield M1903 from a 5 round bolt action rifle into a semi auto 40 rd 30cal rifle. Jerry Miculek took a look at one at the Institute of Military Technology. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons has a video of a [Read More…]
In my critique of the M1 Garand rifle on Sunday, I noted that John Cantius Garand was not only a firearms designer, but a machinist as well. It was his intimate understanding of the world of the shop floor that made his rifle economical to produce, which is in my [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has partnered with TheFirearmBlog.com to give you the opportunity to win their brand new XD-9 Mod.2! Bonus entry points will also be given away so make sure to share this giveaway with your friends! Prize: New Springfield XD-9 Mod.2 How to Enter: 1. [Read More…]
You may have noticed all the ads around the web about Springfield Armory’s latest offering coming soon: We worked with Springfield Armory to bring it to you first so here it is; Springfield Armory has introduced a new version of the XD-9 Sub-Compact called the [Read More…]
Griff sent us this nifty photo of him shooting 350 yard targets his Springfield M1A Socom 16″ with a Aimpoint PRO mounted atop. He is on his cousins farm in Lancaster, OH.
Earlier this year we posted a controversial video of a Russian Confidence Drill. Well that was nothing compared to this Philippine Marine Scout Sniper Confidence drill. The shooter uses, what looks like, a M14 to shoot balloons that his partner is holding relatively [Read More…]
Springfield XD fans rejoice, the Springfield XD-S 4.0 in .45 ACP is now shipping. This single stack pistol can use either a 5 round flush magazine or a 7 round magazines with an extended grip. It is available in black or two-tone versions. The MSRP is $599, and the [Read More…]
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