![[IWA 2022] Krieghoff: The King of Thailand](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220305_121048-copy-660x260.png)
It is the annual tradition of the Krieghoff company to produce one of their guns as a particularly artistic masterpiece and to present it to the world as “Gun of the Year“. “For us, it’s primarily about showing the skills and passion of our [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Anschütz: Beyond the Gold](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220303_123020-660x260.png)
As it is known, Anschütz completely scooped gold at the Olympics this year; all gold medals in biathlon were won with weapons from the company. A performance that caused quite a stir and led to a closer look at the guns used. Although with a market share of 97%, this [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Chiappa Firearms Releases New 9mm and .45 ACP 1911 Models - Superior Black Model (TFBTV)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Chiappa_1911_05-660x260.jpg)
Chiappa Firearms from Italy showed at IWA 2022 a new line of Italian-made, full-size 1911 models. These will soon be available in 2 finishes and 3 levels, for a total of five different configurations. More Chiappa Firearms @ TFB: TFB Armorer’s Bench: Chiappa [Read More…]
Revo Arms, from Italy, is a new player in the firearm manufacturing world, and in IWA they debuted their first product: the IS-9 striker-fired pistol. The polymer-framed handgun offers a good deal of desirable features and it follows the European trend of targeting a [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is visiting Nuremberg, Germany to attend IWA Outdoor Classics, a huge outdoor and firearms expo that’s basically the European SHOT Show. There were lots of cool handguns and rifles, many of which you can’t get in the United States (at least *yet*). [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the beautiful CZ booth for IWA 2022 to see the amazing diversity of the new CZ 600 lineup of bolt action rifles. From hunting to marksmanship, to tactical options, there’s something for everyone in the new CZ 600 line. Check out this video for more. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with the guys at Pulsar about their new high-quality thermal optics for 2022. Check the video to see the new entries to Pulsar’s already comprehensive line of products. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar [Read More…]
The popular Grand Power Stribog is…popular. It’s had several updates over the years but perhaps none so significant as this: Glock magazine compatibility. James Reeves got to check out the Glock mag compatible version at IWA 2022, and he brings the info to you. ««« GUN AND GEAR [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting with IWI to talk about the IWI Jericho II, IWI’s update to its legendary Israeli classic service pistol. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and consider [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is visiting Desert Tech Germany at IWA 2022 to talk about the ridiculous hoops Germans must go through to get a Desert Tech MDR bullpup rifle. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 speaking with STP or Sport Target Pistols, German makers of high-end 1911s and 2011s for recreational and tournament shooters alike. They are pricey, but they are also of top-shelf build quality and handsome to boot. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 at the Spohr booth speaking with Thomas Spohr, the founder of Spohr revolvers. Spohr started working on tuning Smith & Wesson revolvers before deciding to make his own wheelguns. These are top-of-the-line, premium German handguns, and Mr. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting Akdas Arms, a Turkish manufacturer, who is making the Akdas SA-9. The SA-9 incorporates elements of the Heckler & Koch MP5, SIG MPX, and the AR-15, all in one gun. Check today’s video for more information on this [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Umarex's Glock Paintball and Air Pistols](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220303_105720-660x260.png)
Glocks are very popular, a statement that can earn someone the title of “Captain Obvious”. It is still true, though. So it should not come as a surprise to anyone that the German gunmaker Umarex is giving this pistol its very special attention and opening up [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Brownells: The WWSD Crosses the Pond!](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220305_121647-660x260.png)
If you have been a long-time reader of TFB, the WWSD (What Would Stoner Do) rifle should be familiar to you. In short, it is a project of the two YouTube channels Forgotten Weapons and InRange, in which they tried to follow Eugene Stoner’s original vision for the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting the B&T booth to have a look at the new B&T SPC9 in rifle length configuration. This version is civilian legal and does not require a tax stamp for a stock. Additionally, B&T plans to use this model to make a [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Tanfoglio booth at IWA 2022 with Mr. Tanfoglio himself to discuss Tanfoglio’s new ultra-accurate straight-pull chassis-based sniper rifle, the Tanfoglio TTR Sniper. See today’s video for more details on this incredible Italian system. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits Bul Armory at IWA to see their AR-9, the Bul BL-9, a 9mm, Glock magazine fed AR-15 that is a match-tuned race machine. According to Bul’s press materials: After years of development, prototypes and tuning, our entry to the Pistol Caliber Carbine [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Zastava about their legendary DMR (designated marksman rifle), the Zastava M91. Per Zastava: Sniper Rifle M91 The Zastava M91 Sniper rifle is chambered in the 7.62x54R round and based on the well-known Kalashnikov operating system. It is designed [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 with the creator of the Revo Arms IS-9, the lowest bore axis pistol that still uses a conventional Browning short barrel recoil system. This Italian pistol will be a polymer-framed striker-fired handgun that will also use a serialized fire [Read More…]
TFB and TFBTV are on the showroom floor this year for IWA (Internationale Waffen Ausstellung) to check out all the newest gear at one of the world’s largest weapon expos. BUL Armory is an Israeli-based firearms manufacturing company largely focusing on high-end [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Is the Norlite USK-G Glock Carbine Chassis Coming to the USA?](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-1-660x260.jpg)
IWA is always an interesting weapons expo to keep your eye on partially because of the vastly different firearms laws that European firearms manufacturers have to adhere to. One example of this is that under most European countries’ laws, certain parts and [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] The New Polymer Framed FK BRNO PSD Compact](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-660x260.jpg)
The FK Brno shook the firearms world with the release of their new pistols chambered in 7.5mm FK – the latest and greatest in “hand cannon” ammunition. FK Brno came out to IWA 2022 to exhibit their latest version of the PSD with the all-new FK Brno PSD [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Bioammo -100% Biodegradable Shotgun Ammunition](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/portada-web-660x260.jpg)
While perusing the floor of IWA 2022 we came across a company that none of us had ever heard of before – Bioammo. With hunters, outdoorsmen, and shooters becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, Bioammo set out to make completely biodegradable ammunition [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] A Turkish Keymaster? The Akdas AK12 UBS](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00002-2-660x260.jpg)
Masterkey-style shotguns are very well known within the United States but they are also a rare find within the wilds of the firearms community. This is due mostly because of ATF regulations that turn such a shortened underslung shotgun into a short-barreled shotgun [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits B&T to see their upcoming SPC223. The SPC223 is another B&T Swiss masterwork of a carbine, however, the SPC will share a manual of arms with the AR-15/M16 more so than B&T’s current .223 carbine, the APC223. American operators would [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA to see the new 2011-style pistols from Bul Armory. This year, Bul has introduced a new model the Bul TAC series, in a number of configurations. Bul also has an updated version of the SAS II Ultralight coming to market, with a number of improved [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, James Reeves visits the Steyr booth at IWA to discuss the newest variant of the Steyr AUG, the A3 SWAT. This version features a number of upgrades that American shooters have wanted for the Steyr AUG including better optics and accessory mounting solutions, but [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] The Detonics Gladiator 50 Caliber Black Powder Derringer](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/L1000285-660x260.jpg)
Detonics is a company known for making a variety of shotguns right from the Czech Republic. Since the Czech Republic is one of the few European countries that codifies their citizen’s right to keep and bear arms for the purposes of self-defense, it is no wonder [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Tanfoglio's Brand New Stock III Pro Competition Handgun](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00005-660x260.jpg)
Tanfoglio came out ready to showcase their latest and greatest at IWA 2022 and TFBTV Producer James Reeves was able to get a great interview with Mr. Tanfoglio himself to talk about the new Stock III Pro handgun. Tanfoglio’s main focus as of late has been to cater [Read More…]
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