One lazy afternoon in the gun shop I was killing time browsing the local gun classifieds when I finally found the gun I had been seeking since middle school: an Armalite AR-180. I promptly made arrangements to meet the seller and called my wife to haggle over money. I [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day – And yes as you probably already guessed we also have the Tikka TAC A1 in 6.5 Creedmoor and a Spuhr mount to carry the heavy burden of the Schmidt & Bender 5-45×56 PMII with Pulsar Krypton FXG50 Thermal Clip-On. The 5-45 PMII really is [Read More…]
Need a Big Bore Revolver? Henry Pate’s got you covered. By the time the American Civil War broke out, Henry Clay Pate already had some combat experience from the 1850s. Pate, a U.S. Marshal and staunch slavery supporter, had participated in the attack on [Read More…]
New USPSA Rule Changes were recently announced by the USPSA headquarters which in some cases significantly change the way competitors organize themselves as far as divisions go. In the press release on the USPSA website, it was announced that every day carry holster [Read More…]
Smith & Wesson believes that their recent boost in gun sales can be attributed to first-time gun buyers according to an earnings release on Thursday, March 4th, 2021. In addition to the impressive sales increase, it also seems that Smith & Wesson has been able [Read More…]
The CAA MCK has been a popular handgun conversion kit that has seen pretty frequent updates and additions to its lineup over the years. This year CAA has announced new conversion kits that are now compatible with Smith & Wesson pistols. CAA Introduces Smith & [Read More…]
One of the most frequently upgraded parts of Kalashnikov rifles is the stock. Although there is a variety of aftermarket stocks designed to fit the standard AK rear trunnions, the use of adapters that allow attaching AR-15 buffer tubes or Picatinny rail compatible [Read More…]
One of the biggest downsides to wearing rigid body armor is that it severely limits your mobility. Premier Body Armor has just released their aptly named AGILE Level IIIA Soft body armor inserts. Premier Body Armor claims that their new AGILE inserts are special threat [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the new Taurus Model 856 Defender and compares it to the venerable Model 85 snub, and James’ haggard old EAA Windicator. The 856 Defender boasts a full three-finger grip, a six-shot .38 Special cylinder, and a 3″ barrel, as well as factory tritium [Read More…]
When the new automatic knives from Microtech called Scarab II and Mini Troodon were released last year we published an article to keep you updated. This is still The Firearm Blog, but from time to time we take the liberty to widen the subject and write about everyday [Read More…]
The Firearm Blog was the first ever to report about the Heckler & Koch 417P, as the first pictures appeared together with Concamo almost two years ago. Since then, it has been rather quiet – until now. To the best of our knowledge, the HK417P has now been [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 85th 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 sweet [Read More…]
If you’re into the full-gear style of training, you’ll be pretty familiar with the concepts of both dual and single-channel communications setups. There are currently only a few viable setups available on the market for linking your radio to a headset [Read More…]
Brown Star Concepts (BSC) is a new company that has entered the market of firearm accessories with a product called RapidTac foregrip. This grip consists of two main components – the semi-circular base ring and the grip itself. The ring is mounted to M-LOK or [Read More…]
The Mute is a proprietary polymer constructed suppressor that is claiming to have superior characteristics to currently available off-the-shelf suppressors. The Mute claims to be a self thermal regulating suppressor that not only quiets the noise of your shots but also [Read More…]
In a 65-31 vote in the Indiana House, Bill 1369 passed meaning Indiana’s citizens will be able to carry concealed without the need for a license if the bill passes through the Senate. This is just on the heels of Montana becoming the most recent state to pass [Read More…]
SIG Sauer have announced a new addition to their P365 family of pistols, the P365X ROMEOZero. The new pistol has a 3.1-inch barrel, a longer P365XL grip module and its slide has a factory installed SIG Sauer ROMEOZero red dot. Retaining the small profile of the P365 [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves has the privilege of unveiling the S&W M&P Shield Plus to YouTube. The Shield Plus is a 9mm micro-compact double-stack handgun. It’s almost the same size as the original M&P Shield, which has an 8 round total capacity, but holds nearly double [Read More…]
The micro-compact striker-fired pistol market just received its latest contender! Joining the ranks of Glock, SIG Sauer, and Springfield, the new Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus is the latest double-stack 9mm micro-compact pistol to put its name in the ring. [Read More…]
Shockwave Technologies have introduced their Raptor F1 shotgun furniture kits for the Mossberg 500/590 and Remington 870 shotgun models. These furniture sets include the forend and heat shield, and a bird’s head pistol grip. Shockwave Tech was nice enough to send a [Read More…]
The Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper (FWS-S) uses thermal sensor technology to provide extended lethality and exceptional observation that cuts through haze, fog, smoke and rain day or night. Above you can see the mighty Barrett Firearms M107A1 (M82) in .50 BMG, [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! The rimfire firearm world has seen a lot of recent additions to its ranks with the introduction of great rifles and pistols like the Ruger Precision Rimfire, Taurus TX-22, and the Winchester Wildcat. [Read More…]
Ruger have introduced a new micro-compact carry pistol – the Ruger MAX-9. with a 3.2in barrel, a weight of 18.4 ounces and a standard capacity of the 12+1 it is firmly aimed at the EDC market to compete with pistols like SIG Sauer’s P365 series and [Read More…]
Mossy Oak and Nomad are two of the biggest names in the hunting industry. The companies have teamed up to create their exclusive Shadow Leaf camouflage apparel line that is available just in time for Turkey season. Shadow Leaf will be available on Mossy Oak’s [Read More…]
I don’t know if there is anyone out there like me but I absolutely abuse the hell out of my knives. Not just the daily carry ones but every blade I have has probably seen more than its fair share of abuse. With that being said, I’m constantly needing to [Read More…]
Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks in partnership with Savage has released their newest firearm stock for Savage bolt action rifles. The Savage 10 Bottom Bolt Release with Bull Barrel and Detachable magazine can be customized with 15 different gun stock shapes and 13 different [Read More…]
Knife collectors will have a new set of knives from Buck Knives that feature the best that the company has to offer from some of its earliest designs but with some of its more modern touches. The 2021 Legacy Collection is meant to showcase both the history and future [Read More…]
Protection from theft for peace of mind – it’s unfortunate but today there’s a need to protect what’s yours from thieves. Cars are probably more vulnerable than anything, and here’s a suggestion to keep firearms and other valuable in the [Read More…]
Two really great 9mm handguns and a large out-the-front automatic knife – that’s the subject for our Photo Of The Day. It’s interesting to study these Czech handguns and the difference in design. About a month ago, I had the Laugo Arms Alien in my [Read More…]
Hello everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM Turbo K rifle suppressor. Last week we shared some upcoming reviews and I thought we could kick the season off with a look at the CGS HELIOS QD [Read More…]
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