As tastes, technology, and applications change, the optics market continues to change. The Trijicon RMR has been around since 2009. Believe it or not, that’s almost 15 years ago. Fifteen years is a lifetime when it comes to tech, and in looking forward, many [Read More…]
Walther’s PDP is the new duty handgun for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). FDACS will use both the full-size and compact versions depending on the needs of the officer. Walther @ TFB: TFB Review: Walther PDP Pistol Video: [Read More…]
Tela Impex may not be a name you’ve heard previously, but they are the newest provider of steel case rifle ammo for the US market. Their 124-grain 7.62×39 load is available now, and a 60-grain 5.45×39 load is coming soon. Let’s dive into the [Read More…]
It’s finally time for Part 2 of the Palmetto State Armory AK-105 review. Part 1 was informative but not a very positive experience. Thankfully, Part 2 feels like (and is) a whole new gun. PSA @ TFB: [SHOT Show 2023] Palmetto State Armory’s “Duty Grade” Sabre [Read More…]
TFB’s Photo Of The Day takes you to Thailand today. We’re looking at Royal Thai Army Soldiers with IWI Tavors from Israel. They’re setting up a defense perimeter after conducting a Strategic Airborne Operation together with U.S. Army paratroopers with the [Read More…]
Hello and welcome to another edition of The Rimifre Report! We’ve had a lot of awesome rimfire rifles released this year and I’ve been fortunate enough to be able to review the vast majority of them as they came out. While I was still working with the [Read More…]
What a title for an article. In this edition of “Just Florida Things,” a woman was relaxing on the beach in Panama City, Florida when she was suddenly shot in the knee by a man who was cleaning sand out of his gun on a balcony above. The man, Damien [Read More…]
Back in October 2022, the Australian Defence Force selected the SIG Sauer P320 XCarry Pro as their next sidearm. The P320 XCarry Pro will replace the venerable Browning Hi-Power under Australia’s Lethality System Project LAND 159. The Australian Defence Department [Read More…]
Springfield Armory is excited to announce its latest addition to the rimfire shooting community – the new Model 2020 Rimfire series of rifles. The Springfield Model 2020 Rimfire is a new bolt-action platform featuring either a classic walnut wood stock that comes [Read More…]
Sightron has a new low-power variable optic in their S-Tac lineup. The new 1-6×24 IR AR1 is a second focal plane scope with a 30mm main tube. It also features an illuminated reticle. More Optics Articles @ TFB: Introducing the SIGHTRON S-TAC 1-4.5×24 SR1 LPVO [Read More…]
This video is a continuation of a series we started at Thunder Ranch three years ago to answer the question: What is the ultimate urban rifle? We mean a rifle that is perfect for home defense, self-defense, or even competition. You need something reliable, lightweight, compact, and accurate that [Read More…]
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM R45 Multi-Host Suppressor. Last week we got a look at that new YHM R45 and we’ll be back with a full report… on the [Read More…]
In the world of 1911s, tradition and quality are the topics most fans talk about when looking for a high-quality 1911. Last year, I reviewed the Dan Wesson Specialist stainless model chambered in 9mm. Recently Dan Wesson came out with a new optics-ready model for their [Read More…]
In TFB’s Photo Of The Day, the camera has more to say than the written word to tell the story. We’re looking at US, Djibouti, and Japan navy personnel as they partner in trilateral engagement to combat illegal shipping. CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti – Members of [Read More…]
Welcome back to this week’s Friday Night Lights. Last week we took a look at the Tracer Tactical Head Harness. Well, this week we revisit our friends at Gibbous Outfitters and see what they have come up with now. Gibbous Outfitters upgrade the MP5K, the infamous [Read More…]
Beretta is adding a new compact model to the APX A1 family. With a 3.7-inch barrel and 15-round magazine, the APX A1 Compact fits in between the Full Size and Carry models. Let’s see what other features it brings to the table. Beretta @ TFB: Expanded RDO Cut [Read More…]
LAHAB Light Ammunition (LLA) is the national ammunition manufacturer of the United Arab Emirates, part of the EDGE Group that we better know through the Caracal firearms brand. A manufacturer up to now solely focused on the military market, LLA is now eyeing the [Read More…]
New from POF-USA is their “Dragoon Series” Renegade+ rifle. The key feature of the Dragoon series is a 13.75″ barrel with a pinned and welded Dead Air KeyMo brake to make it a stampless gun. 13.75″ will be ideal for home defense. The barrel [Read More…]
Ammunition has looked largely the same for over one hundred years. Looks, however, can be extremely deceiving. Inside the tiny capsules, changes in technology are ever-advancing. Bullet design, consistent primers, and better powder have been the focus for many years. [Read More…]
Lately, 9mm 2011s have become all the rage for EDC. Just look at the Springfield Prodigy and Staccato line of pistols. Well, Alpha Foxtrot has come out with their own take on an EDC conceal carry they call the 1911-S15. It has a secret, it can take Glock magazines! More [Read More…]
The world is hungry for visual storytelling, and TFB’s Photo Of The Day does its best to keep the feed live. Above you see U.S. Army Spc. Jackson Jacobs, an artillery forward observer assigned to the Tennessee Army National Guard, representing Region III, as he fires [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at whether it’s better to be self-taught or start off by taking training. Both had their perks and it was a great conversation in the comments so thank you to everyone who left [Read More…]
US SOCOM is set to award SIG Sauer another 5 year contract to provide Suppressed Upper Receiver Groups (SURG). SIG Sauer were initially awarded the SURG contract back in July 2018. The SURG kit includes a piston-driven MCX upper receiver with detachable, rather than [Read More…]
Faxon Firearms have announced the introduction of a new ultra-light rifle, the ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle. The rifle weighs in at 4.93 lbs and uses a skeletonized lower receiver which is 2 ounces lighter than their standard lower. The rifle comes with a 16-inch pencil [Read More…]
Wilson Combat unveiled the fifth pistol (Series 5) of their Limited Ten series of custom 1911 handguns. As the name of the series implies, the pistols of this collection are produced in a quantity of ten units. The Limited Ten series pistols have unique features that [Read More…]
The TFBTV crew is a small but mighty one that I’m proud to be a member of. One of our newest videographers and editors, Patrick O, is here today to tell us all about himself and how he ended up joining the TFBTV crew! Patrick actually has a pretty extensive [Read More…]
For centuries, people have been shielding themselves from enemy weapons using armor. For whatever reason, even with the numbers and power of modern weapons, civilian body armor has become a contentious subject. Call me crazy, but to avoid death, I’d wear a magic [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB’s Photo Of The Day! The Ranger Regiment is a newly formed unit within the United Kingdom’s army. Their 1st Battalion is normally based in Northern Ireland. UK Rangers are part of the UK Special Operations Brigade. Since 2017, Sweden has been part [Read More…]
Israel’s Ministry of Defense has contracted with Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) for an unspecified number of X95 bullpup rifles. The announcement from IWI explains that the contract will see ‘additional thousands’ of Micro Tavors supplied for the [Read More…]
The SIG P320 and SIG P226 are two of the most popular pistols on the market and for good reason. Both pistols are well-made, reliable, and accurate. However, there are some key differences between the two pistols that may make one a better choice for you than the other. Further, we compare and [Read More…]
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