In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the 5.11 Tactical booth during SHOT Show 2023 to see the XTU series of uniforms being made by 5.11 under the V.XI brand. These well-thought-out and feature-filled uniforms look promising, and it will be interesting to see if V.XI manages to break into the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] HM Defense HM50B (3)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-HM-Defense-HM50B-3-660x260.jpg)
A little over a month ago, we reported about the release of the HM Defense HM50B bolt action .50BMG rifle, and many of our readers found it suspiciously similar to Bushmaster BA50 and Remington R2Mi. HM Defense brought the HM50B rifle to SHOT Show 2023 (displayed at [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Jacob Grey Firearms JG10 Warthog Rifles (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Jacob-Grey-Firearms-JG10-Warthog-Rifles-1-660x260.jpg)
Jacob Grey Firearms of West Columbia, SC is a manufacturer of AR-style rifles, 1911 pistols and firearm accessories. At SHOT Show 2023, Jacob Grey Firearms showed their new JG10 Warthog line of DPMS LR-308 pattern semi-auto rifles and pistols. According to the company [Read More…]
American Tactical Imports (ATI) will be bringing to the stateside .22LR conversion kits for Glock pistols made by German Schmeisser. These kits consist of drop-in barrels and feed ramps as well as 9x19mm cartridge-shaped chambers that house the .22LR ammunition, fit the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves talks about what he thought were the six best long guns at SHOT Show 2023. There were great showings by a lot of manufacturers including Beretta, B&T, Zastava, Henry, and even a company you probably never heard of making a pretty wild AR-10. Check the video [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] CZ USA Unveils New CZ TS2 Orange](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/49277801-9525-485D-82C2-9748B01E7A3F-660x260.jpeg)
SHOT Show 2023 was a strong year for CZ USA in the competition pistol market. Their big drops were two new competition-minded pistols along with Dan Wesson starting to ship the DWX out to dealers now. We recently posted up a review of the Dan Wesson DWX so if you missed [Read More…]
New for 2023, Palmetto State Armory is bringing out new versions of the JAKL series of piston-driven, monolithic upper ARs. The new JAKLs will be available with rifle-length barrels, including some pin & weld options, and also in new calibers like 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The new JAKLs will use [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Valhalla Tactical SOL Light Mount, Lights, & SCRS Mount](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0838-660x260.jpg)
Valhalla Tactical has been making their own light mounts and light bodies. Well, they have expanded their light options like the SOL (Selectable Orientation Light) light mount as well as manufacture their own light heads. With regards to their optic mounts, they [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Geissele GFR Maritime RECCE and Stratomatch 6mm ARC Rifles (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Geissele-GFR-Maritime-RECCE-and-Stratomatch-6mm-ARC-Rifles-1-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, Geissele Automatics displayed a number of their government contract rifles as well as a pair of civilian market guns chambered in 6mm ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge), the GFR Maritime RECCE and GFR Stratomatch, that are also based on DoD contract [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Products from Luth-AR](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0237-660x260.jpg)
Luth-AR had a number of new products on display at this year’s SHOT Show. We’ve already looked at their handy Modular Chassis Assembly (or MCA-22) but they also have a number of new accessories for your AR. These included the ambidextrous Wing Grip and the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Kalashnikov USA to see what new releases KUSA has for 2023. AKs in 5.56mm and 5.45mm are on the menu, as well as a few other selections. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV apparel is sponsored by 5.11 Tactical. Click below [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_092501-660x260.jpg)
Bergara sister company CVA continues to roll out new bolt action rifles and muzzleloaders. Their new Cascade XT and Paramount Pro V2 were both present at Industry Day At The Range of SHOT Show 2023. [SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models The Cascade [Read More…]
True Velocity is gearing up for scale manufacture of its innovative polymer cased ammunition in more calibers. At SHOT Show 2023 we had the opportunity to catch up with Dave Stouffer, True Velocity’s executive vice president (weapons division). He explained how [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Safety Harbor KES Stock For APC-9](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_135006-660x260.jpg)
Safety Harbor Firearms continues to expand the lineup of Kompact Entry Stock (KES) with the addition of a Brugger & Thomet APC-9 model. Safety Harbor makes KES stocks and stabilizing braces for many popular PCC options. These include the CZ Scorpion, Grand Power [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at SHOT Show 2023 with Jerry of ZEV to talk about the new pistols and chassis systems that ZEV Technologies is launching in 2023. ZEV is adding a second generation to its OZ9 chassis systems and launching multiple configurations and price points. See [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Global Ordnance booth to talk to the Stribog gang about the new additions to the Stribog lineup for 2023. This popular, budget carbine seems to expand every year at SHOT, and 2023 is no different. See what’s coming up for the Stribog. ««« [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] CAA Agada, MCK Apollo and MCK Gen 3 (7)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-CAA-Agada-MCK-Apollo-and-MCK-Gen-3-7-660x260.jpg)
CAA brought all their latest products and prototypes to SHOT Show 2023 including the third-generation MCK conversion kits, the Apollo PCC and the sci-fi AGADA carbine. Let’s take a look at each of these CAA products. CAA @ TFB: CAA USA Announces the NEW 10mm, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] PepperBall TRP, BLAST and VKS PRO PLUS Non-Lethal Launchers (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-PepperBall-TRP-BLAST-and-VKS-PRO-PLUS-Non-Lethal-Launchers-1-660x260.jpg)
For 2023, PepperBall has three new non-lethal launchers which they brought to the SHOT Show 2023. The TRP (Tactical Response Pistol) is a pistol-shaped launcher that can use round or VXR projectiles powered by either CO2 or N2 cartridges. The BLAST is a reloadable [Read More…]
American Tactical is well known for their extensive lineup of aftermarket accessories for virtually any type of firearm. This year at SHOT 2023 Luke C visits the American Tactical to get some details on their upcoming 22LR Glock conversion kit that is set to cost just a hair under $100 MSRP. This [Read More…]
At the MDT booth in SHOT Show 2023, they had something truly interesting – the Zero Stage electronic trigger. Yes, the trigger is electronic but what does that mean? Keith Baker walked us through the Zero Stage trigger and even went into detail about its [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] WA 2000 And FG-42 Reproductions You Can Afford: Rhineland Arms R2000 And FG-9](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_113231-660x260.jpg)
Rhineland Arms had some very unique guns on display at their SHOT Show booth. They had two replicas of legendary designs (WA 2000 And FG-42) that are far more accessible than the originals. [SHOT 2023] WA 2000 And FG-42 Reproductions You Can Afford: Rhineland Arms [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_091513-660x260.jpg)
Forster Products is (quite literally) expanding its line of Co-Ax presses with a forthcoming XL model. It is designed for cartridges up to .50 BMG. [SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press Forster’s Co-Ax press is a unique design and it has [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is with Michelle Viscusi of Staccato talking about Staccato’s new 15 (or 16?) round subcompact, optics-ready 2011 pistol, the Staccato CS. Michelle tells us all about the CS. Note that the guns are available now at a sporty $2,499 price tag directly from [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa Tactical](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_144109-660x260.jpg)
Mesa Tactical continues to expand its accessory options for shotguns, particularly for the Beretta 1301 and Benelli M2. New for 2023, the Truckee forend is now available for M2 and 1301 shooters. [SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa [Read More…]
Winchester Smokeless Propellants, a member of the Hodgdon family, introduced two new StaBALL powders at SHOT Show 2023 – the StaBAll Match and StaBALL HD. [SHOT 2023] New Winchester StaBALL Powders For 2023 The original member of the StaBALL powder was intended [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] KNS Precision DiSCARder Adjustable Gas Regulator for FN SCAR (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-KNS-Precision-DiSCARder-Adjustable-Gas-Regulator-for-FN-SCAR-1-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, KNS Precision released a new adjustable gas regulator for FN SCAR rifles and pistols dubbed DiSCARder. This is a drop-in and a toolless adjustable gas regulator with 14 settings. It has a nickel boron and nitrided finish on its components for high [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, JamesReeves talks with BFG Director of Training and former Army Ranger, Chris Sizelove, about the new Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed Split Chest Rig. A pricey but well-thought-out and extremely well-constructed piece of gear, the Ten-Speed Split Rig is a great minimalist option [Read More…]
Good evening everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM Turbo T3 rifle suppressor. Last week we recapped the silencer coverage from the 2023 SHOT Show. Hours before I hopped on the plane to [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Luke C talks with the guys at LaRue Tactical about the much-awaited release of the Siete bolt action rifle. This rifle comes complete with your choice of two quick-change barrels in the most popular hunting calibers of today with a guaranteed return to zero feature between [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New No Baffle Vanquish Suppressors from Angstadt Arms](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_091737-660x260.jpg)
Angstadt Arms unveiled two new no-baffle Vanquish suppressors at SHOT Show 2023. The first was showcased on their AR-9 pattern pistols and rifles, and the second was a totally new barrel for the 10/22 family of rifles. I had a chance to sit down with Angstadt Arms [Read More…]
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