In this exciting episode of TFBTV, James Reeves teams up with Kaya from Classic Firearms to showcase the top 5 Turkish handguns. From 1911s and 2011s to striker-fired models and even a Beretta Cheetah clone, we dive into the best offerings from top Turkish brands like Girsan, Tisas, SAR, and Canik. [Read More…]
Brownells, in large part, started the retro resurgence of the last few years. While they did get out of the game with complete guns, they still offer parts and uppers. The most recent batch of uppers is more modern and includes the Brownells 733, a Model 733 clone. Yes, [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day and we have some images from the Lithuanian Armed Forces during the International Special Operations Forces Exercise Flaming Sword 2024. This event included training with laser-guided bombs dropped from B52s as well as submarine-supported diver tasks. [Read More…]
We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 133. Each week we’re bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the web that cover a wide variety of topics including gunsmithing, hunting, precision shooting, war [Read More…]
If the Smith & Wesson Shield, Shield M2.0, and/or Shield Plus is in your EDC (everyday carry) rotation for self-defense, you now have more holster options the way of Galco Gunleather. The Galco Hawkeye IWB (Inside-the-Waistband) Holster has been announced to have [Read More…]
Hard Head Veterans, a veteran-owned and operated helmet manufacturing company, announces the launch of the HHV ATE GEN3 Ballistic Helmet. These updated and modern ballistic helmets are made in Texas and designed by Americans who have experience in law enforcement, [Read More…]
Palmetto State Armory’s sub-brand Harrington & Richardson has a pair of new retro pistols for sale. These new models feature an arm brace that mimics the look of the classic CAR-15 stock while still being intended for single-handed use. It is adjustable for [Read More…]
This is a review of the Pulsar Thermion 2 XG50 LRF Thermal Riflescope. It uses the same dimensions and layout as the other Thermion 2 LRF devices, and comes with a 640×480 @ 12 µm thermal sensor with an NETD of <40 mK. The objective lens is F50 / 1.0. The [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day and we hope you’re having a fantastic day! The Korps Mariniers, or Royal Netherlands Marine Corps, is the amphibious infantry component of the Royal Netherlands Navy. Established in 1665, the Korps Mariniers is one of the oldest marine corps in the [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we discussed the idea of compensators on carry guns. If you missed that article last week, be sure to click the link here to read it. This week, I wanted to look at some of the constitutional carry [Read More…]
Jeff Cooper’s legendary Gunsite Academy is still in operation today and still serves students from all walks of life and skill levels. The original ‘American Pistol Institute’ (API) now known as Gunsite Academy offers classes on multiple levels of instruction [Read More…]
Pulsar has just announced the start of sale of the Telos LRF XL50 and the Telos XL50. It’s not common for any type of product to be available on the date of the press release, but here’s a pleasant exception. If you already read our review of its little [Read More…]
Kopfjäger introduces a new tripod shooting mount called the Mag Series. According to Kopfjäger, attaching the Mag Series to your firearm is easy, thanks to its user-friendly design. Just place the steel ball of the mount onto the magnetic adapter to secure the [Read More…]
Today we’ve brought back Mike aka Bloke On The Range to talk to us about his experiences at Lynx Brutality 2024. As you guys know, I’m a huge fan of these types of firearm competitions and so over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be hearing from several [Read More…]
This is a review of the KST1000 Shot Timer by Kestrel Ballistics. When Kestrel is mentioned as a company, most people think of their weather and wind meters. Rightly so (and we’re going to review one of those soon enough), but they also make an excellent shot timer [Read More…]
Automatkarbin 24 in Swedish, or Automatic carbine 24 translated into English, is one of the new firearms that will be used by the Swedish Army. Let’s start calling it Ak24 for short! The first 200 pieces of Automatkarbin 24 have already been delivered to Sweden [Read More…]
Last week on Wheelgun Wednesday, I gushed about the prospect of Spohr revolvers coming to the United States because James Reeves has spoken so highly of them as of late; thus, I’m excited now, too. That being said, I’ve never touched or seen a Spohr revolver [Read More…]
Garmin’s Xero C1 chronograph is the hottest chrono on the market, but Annex Defense is making it even better. The new rubber protective case adds an additional layer of insurance around these $600 pocket chronographs. Let’s look at the available models. [Read More…]
Our friends at B&T USA have just announced the release of the SPR86 – an integrally suppressed bolt action rifle chambered in 8.6 Blackout. The SPR86 is the older/bigger sibling to the B&T USA SPR300 Pro chambered in 300BLK (one of my remaining grail [Read More…]
This is a review of the brand-new Pulsar Axion XQ30 Pro, a pocket-sized thermal monocular. Unlike quite a few of the thermals we review, the price of this thermal monocular should also fit most people’s pockets. To begin with, the small size of this device has to be [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB’s Photo Of The Day! Today’s selection features NATO Special Operations Forces securing the Baltic. We’re in Lithuania where East Coast-based Naval Special Warfare Operators (SEALs) conducted maritime training together with Lithuania Special [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 239th 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…]
After an Internal Affairs inquiry, a San Antonio police officer has been put on indefinite suspension over firearms that went missing from a buyback event.
To carry a spare mag, or not to carry a spare mag? That is the question. If you have ever felt perplexed by this concealed carry quandary, fret no more because you can simply have an extra magazine tag along for the ride now that FALCO Holsters has announced the launch [Read More…]
Rosco Manufacturing has collaborated with Barrel & Hatchet to introduce Rosco’s newest K9 16’’ Barrel for all of the Do-It-Yourself AR-15 builders. This new offering utilizes an intermediate length gas system, is chambered in the common and popular 5.56mm [Read More…]
Join James Reeves and the TFBTV crew – Hop, Ryan, and Luke – as they take on the legendary Urban Rifle Course at Thunder Ranch. Each member brings their top AR-15, ready to prove their rifle’s superiority. Under the watchful eye of Jack Daniel, Thunder Ranch’s Director of [Read More…]
In the early 80s, Iraq Military Industry was quite impressive for a Middle Eastern country. With the help of Yugoslavia, the country produced several different AK-pattern rifles, light machine guns, and various sniper rifles. Iraq also produced a pistol called [Read More…]