Background This is a six part series of which this is PART 6. (you can find links to the rest of the parts at the end of this article). Thomas Gomez and I were approached about doing a test shoot of four different defense rounds: 9 millimeter Radically Invasive [Read More…]
Other than ammo and cleaning supplies the other important thing I carry in my range bag is a good multi-tool. The one I’m currently using is the Real Avid AR-15 tool which we reviewed a while back, Breach-Bang-Clear also did a test of 4 popular Multi-Tools on the [Read More…]
Most gun owners are always interested in new ways to conceal their firearms whether around their homes or in their vehicles. There has been a definite upswing in the storage market lately with products ranging from the popular hinged American flag wall hanging to coffee [Read More…]
Now things are going to get a bit interesting. Even just increasing the budget 150% over $10 can yield some fun trinkets. At $25, money starts to go a bit further, as there were a few items that just could not get under the $10 mark. Now, with a slightly larger budget, [Read More…]
This in a very interesting technique. I am curious how the final result turned out. Meaning, how well does the finish stay on the object you dip. I would like to see someone try this with a firearm. You could get some interesting patterns. Side note: since so many [Read More…]
I had not originally intended to post this video but after seeing it begin to make a semi-regular appearance on social media, I changed my mind. Its appearance was accompanied with the words “Gotta get me some of these!” rather frequently, a statement [Read More…]
Joyous times abound as the variety of Holidays are upon us. With the weather getting colder (for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere), we look forward to spending time with friends and family. To assist with the cheer, we’re working to compile a few lists of [Read More…]
Sturm, Ruger & Co. introduced a new GP100 revolver chambered for the classic .22 LR. The new rimfire wheelgun will operate much the same as the other current production GP100 revolvers, but with a few changes and an increased price tag. The new guns will hold 10 [Read More…]
Many people have asked us how a belt fed machinegun works, so in this episode of TFBTV weekly, we showcase a few different types of common links found in belt-fed machine guns, as we show how a 1919 strips cartridges from the links in order to fire. As always thanks to our ammo sponsor Ventura [Read More…]
All us writers are highly opinionated (no, really?). We love and we loathe many a firearm, but its not common for us to say anything is “the worst”, as everyone has their own tastes. That however, did not stop the Washington Times, a news outlet not known [Read More…]
I’ve been there and done that. In a rush to get through a limited range session with plenty to do, I simply did not put on eye protection for a new gun with new ammo. While the worst that happened was a hang-fire, it certainly reminded me of my own idiocy. As we [Read More…]
Winchester Ammunition released a new line of domestically made steel cased ammo. Called USA Forged, the new line is aimed at budget shooters and should be less expensive than its current brass cased USA line of ammunition. Currently, the company is only making the [Read More…]
While it’s well known that the Germans were the first to field select-fire assault rifles in large numbers during World War II, the Soviets, thoroughly impressed by the idea of an intermediate-power infantry cartridge and intrigued by the idea of the assault [Read More…]
Winchester Repeating Arms began a recall of XPR rifles in October. The reason behind the recall is that manipulation of the safety can cause movement in the trigger itself. This movement, according to Winchester, could result in an unintended discharge. This is clearly [Read More…]
The Remington 700, a favorite of US hunters and sportsmen for decades, is once again gripped in the jaws of a scandal surrounding its trigger mechanism. CNBC recently released a detailed article outlining several recently disclosed company documents, allegedly hidden [Read More…]
Background This is a six part series of which this is PART 5. (you can find links to the rest of the parts at the end of this article). Thomas Gomez and I were approached about doing a test shoot of four different defense rounds: 9 millimeter Radically Invasive [Read More…]
Many hunters see the value in a hunt with the benefit of quiet – or at least quieter – shots. The combination of suppressor and subsonic ammunition is a fantastic one for hunting. Of course not all subsonic rounds are created equal. If you’re in the [Read More…]
Weatherby announced the introduction of a new rifle: the Accuguard. Weatherby considers this a Vanguard rifle with the accuracy of an Accumark. The rifles use a Vanguard action with a 24″ free floated barrel. The 4140 stainless steel barrels are cold hammer forged [Read More…]
Here’s one from the “What the &%$%$ were they thinking” category. Tufforce, a company that I am not familiar with prior to this post, is offering a muzzle device completed with picatinny rails across the 12, 3, 6, & 9 o’clock positions. [Read More…]
The $212 million contract that Colt and FN won for M4A1 Carbines is not going through uncontested. Remington Arms Co. has named the two companies, along with the Federal Government in a sealed lawsuit, reports Guns.com: Remington Arms named the federal government, FN [Read More…]
Background This is a six part series of which this is PART 4. (you can find links to the rest of the parts at the end of this article). Thomas Gomez and I were approached about doing a test shoot of four different defense rounds: 9 millimeter Radically Invasive [Read More…]
Hornady has partnered with TheFirearmBlog.com to give you the opportunity to win 5 boxes (100 rounds) of 308 Win 150 gr GMX® Superformance®! Bonus entry points will also be given away so make sure to share this giveaway with your friends! Prize: 5 boxes (100 rounds) [Read More…]
The Madsen M47 Lightweight Military Rifle was the last bolt action rifle designed with general issue in mind, however withe the surplus of small arms and the proliferation of semi-automatic firearms after World War II, the M47 was not to be. About 5,000 were made, and in this episode we see how the [Read More…]
Troy is rolling out a variety of new accessories and parts for 2016. I’ve previously written about the new Pump Action Rifles that the company is offering, but the company is also offering more than just new guns. Here is a rundown of some of the smaller M-LOK [Read More…]
The Mighty Pen Co. was founded by a Marine Veteran. They recycle cartridge shells and turn them into pens.The pens cost About $40 or less depending on which model you order. They also make a shaving brush and razor from a 20mm cartridge and 50 BMG respectively. [Read More…]
FAB Defense expanded its line of gun stocks with three stocks for the Molot VEPR 12 shotgun. Two of these are already listed on the company’s website, while the third has only appeared in the 2016 printed catalog obtained at the National Association of [Read More…]
The tragic events of this past Wednesday’s Terrorist attack were committed by cowards with the sort of sick mentality that causes all sorts of violence in the world, not just in San Bernardino, CA. However the Law Enforcement reaction to the heinous shooting was [Read More…]
A venture that has been talked about for some time now, is set to launch on January 20th, during SHOT this upcoming year. GunTV is going to be a 24/7 live auction channel where viewers can call in (maybe an online process as well?) and place bids on firearms on the TV [Read More…]
No you read that right, the popular Glock accessory makers Lone Wolf Distributors is now selling Browning 1919A4s. Maybe making barrels, Glock trigger kits and custom machined slides got boring and they just wanted to change things up. Their new belt fed M1919A4 [Read More…]
Things are looking up for Smith & Wesson this month, as the company has just passed their millionth mark in Shield production. Hard to believe, the pistol has been in production for five years already, and I think it is safe to say that it is still just as popular [Read More…]
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