With special guests Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons and Nathaniel F. of our own TFB, Alex and Patrick take a look at a rare Pedersen model PB Autoloader. This rifle almost beat the Garand to become the US military service rifle of WWII, and would have changed the evolution of military firearms for [Read More…]
DRD, makers of the “Paratus” takedown semi-automatic .308 caliber rifle have taken the concept to the next rung in the ladder, releasing the “Kivaari” takedown semi-automatic .338 Lapua Magnum rifle earlier this year. Guns.com reports that the [Read More…]
So my first experience was not totally stellar with the RIA 22 TCM. Enough so that they wanted to know if I would be interested (and willing) in getting another one in for review. I was agreeable to that and they sent me a brand new one, still in the plastic wrap. I [Read More…]
Rainier Arms is now carrying the new EraThr3 M-LOK AR-15 rails. They’re available in 10″, 12″ and 14″ and are made out of 6061 hardcoat anodized aluminum with a black Cerakote finish. It has 1913 Picatinny rail sections on top of the rail at the [Read More…]
RTBA writes … My new CZ, Dan Wesson Guardian. It’s a LW Commander with a bobtail. Dan Wesson uses a ramped barrel which insures reliable feeding and prevents the anodizing from chipping off the frame as with other LW Commanders. Fit and finish is standard [Read More…]
In about an hour’s time we will be publishing a TFBTV video about the Pedersen rifle, which was chambered in the .276 Pedersen. Almost three decades later the British developed the .280 British round, very similar to the .276 Pedersen, and an experimental [Read More…]
I originally met with the Cobalt Kinetics group at SHOT Show Range Day where they had a small booth. The product they were promoting was their flagship concept; an AR-15 with a dual bolt drop system (presented as a functioning forward assist). This is arguably one of [Read More…]
Remember that iPhone in the UK that saved a man from a shotgun blast? Here’s a bunch of different generation iPhones and a Samsung Galaxy vs an AK-74 shooting a steel core round, I’m guessing it has a tad more penetration than birdshot from a shotgun. Guess [Read More…]
Battle Arms Develop has some pretty good lightweight AR-15 parts in their lineup, there’s their Lightweight Receiver and Lightweight AR-15 stock. Well they just debuted their BAD-LGB-Ti-625 Lightweight, low profile titanium gas block. It’s made out of [Read More…]
Firefield announced the company is now shipping a compact unit that combines a white light and green aiming laser. Designed specifically for compact pistols, the FF25002 will mount on the accessory rail of most small handguns. The light is rated at 180 lumens and has a [Read More…]
Adaptive Tactical is now offering its products finished in the popular Kryptek Highlander camouflage pattern. Among the products with the Highlander pattern are the SE 4000 kits, Sidewinder magazines, EX stock kits and the company’s complete Sidewinder shotguns. As [Read More…]
Outside of the humorous introduction (in Bill’s typical dry humor), Bill Gieselle breaks down the newly shipping AKT trigger system. The video includes a full rundown on how the trigger arrives, what comes with it, and a details breakdown of the geometries [Read More…]
I’ll admit, my gun safe is a hot mess. I’ve done a terrible job of organizing in it. Not that I have much, but what I do have is kind of just jammed in there. Gun Storage Solutions has a number of products to help better utilize the space in your [Read More…]
Hogue announced it was now shipping the new Laser Enhanced Grip (LEG) for the 1911. The LEG is a replacement grip assembly that incorporates a red aiming laser, not unlike the Crimson Trace Laserguard line of aiming devices. The LEG is very flexible according to Hogue. [Read More…]
The photo above is for illustrative purposes and not from this incident. Just after UBER announced that firearms will be banned for riders and its drivers, while using their services, an UBER driver in Queens was robbed at gun point last Wednesday. According to the New [Read More…]
This animated gif is a clip from tomorrow’s TFBTV video featuring Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons and the rifle that almost beat the John C. Garand’s design to become standard-issue service rifle of the US forces during WWII. Garand thumb might have [Read More…]
The new riflescope’s rangefinder does more than just let you know how far away an object is, it also has a scanning feature so you can track targets on the move. In addition to the obvious cool factor of a built-in laser rangefinder this riflescope has a [Read More…]
ABM Ammunition has released two new loads for the .308 Winchester, utilizing parent company Berger’s 185gr Juggernaut bullet, an OTM designed for both tactical and target use. The two new loads are likewise each optimized for tactical and benchrest purposes, [Read More…]
We made tons of changes to the TFB Ammo Feed this past week in response to YOUR feedback. We are actively looking at the surveys and updating the feed based on what you are telling us (and things you are asking for). Changes In This Version: Added ability to [Read More…]
Russian special forces were spotted recently in the Russian republic of Dagestan, which has been experiencing an insurgency recently. The commandos were equipped with at least two foreign weapons, an HK417 7.62x51mm rifle with an impressively large suppressor, and an [Read More…]
SCOTTeVEST, known for their (over)zealous inclusion of pockets into jackets and every-day carry projects has put its latest project on Indiegogo, a crowdfunding site. The project centers around a jacket using fleece, which the press release touts as “The Ultimate [Read More…]
The Taliban have been on the move recently, capturing an Afghanistan National Army District Headquarters in a recent battle. Footage of the battle show a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs, or Humvees) and FN SCAR-Heavy rifle in use by the fighters, [Read More…]
Magpul just released their M-LOK Tripod Adapter mounts that work with any metal M-LOK compatible rail, it allows you to mount your rifle onto tripod heads using the Manfrotto RC2/Q2 interface. It’s machined from aluminum with an anodized finish and weighs in at [Read More…]
According to IHS Jane’s, the Swiss Armed Forces have adopted the B&T MP9-N as a personal defense weapon (PDW) for its echelon troops: The Swiss Armed Forces have selected the 9 mm Mp 14 submachine gun and the 40 mm single shot grenade launcher Mzw 14 from [Read More…]
The Australian Army’s program to produce a successor to the F88 “Austeyr” is on the verge of bearing fruit. Army.gov.au reports that the F90, formerly designated “EF88” is now being issued for trials, in preparation for final modifications [Read More…]
Scene329 sent us this photo of his very nifty FN SCAR 16 … FN SCAR 16 SBR with 10″ Barrel (complete barrel system from FN) SureFire Socom Flash Hider, SureFire Socom 5.56 Suppressor, Geissele Super SCAR Trigger, Magpul Selector, Magpul AFG, Aimpoint T1 w/ [Read More…]
Julian, TFB’s French translator, sent us photos of his single action revolvers. The Ruger Vaquero, pictured above, is chambered in .45 Long Colt. The Ruger Vaquero was introduced in 1993 and is a popular Cowboy action gun. The photo directly below is of [Read More…]
Scott sent us this beautiful photo of his Benelli M2 shotgun. He wrote … Benelli M2 left hand model with Nordic components +8 magazine extender. Took this photo while taking a break from shooting trap at the Arlington Sportsman’s Club here in Texas. [Read More…]
My good friend Houston, who created the majority of the gun artwork in my office (see XRayGuns.com), sent us this photo. He wrote … Israelis, Germans, and Americans all having a blast at the range y’day. I had a solo after work range session. Decided to go [Read More…]
Magpul just released their new MOE AK Stock for AK-47 and AK-74 variant rifles. It features an internal storage compartment, QD sling swivel mount, shock absorbing butt-pad and has the option for various height cheek risers. It’s compatible with AK rifles with [Read More…]
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