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Welcome everyone to the 190th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 189th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 188th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 187th 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…]
Known for their quality and durability Nightforce Optics has added the new MOA-XT reticle to its lineup. The reticle is designed for quick holdovers for shooters more familiar with MOA rather than MILS. Available in NX8 and ATACR series optics MOA-XT [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 186th 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…]
Ronnie Barrett stands among legends like John Browning, Eugene Stoner, and John Garand as one of only a handful of Americans to have their rifle adopted by the United States Military. For over 40 years Barrett Firearms has been and continues to be, the leader in [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 185th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 184th 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…]
I spotted the SchleTek Gun Cleaner for the first time at SHOT Show 2023. Imported from Germany and application-specific, the little SchleTek kit seemed to be the do-all solution for your gun cleaning needs. Their products included everything from an optics cleaner [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 183rd 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 182nd 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 181st 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 180th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 179th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 178th 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…]
Welcome everyone to the 177th 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…]
![[SHOT 2023] Exclusive Interview with New Barrett Owner Rob Noia](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/20230117_124310-660x260.jpg)
At the start of SHOT Show 2023, the news broke that Australian defense company NIOA had purchased Barrett Firearms. Rob Nioa, the new owner of Barrett Firearms was in attendance at this year’s SHOT Show. I was given the rare opportunity to interview Mr. Nioa [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 176th 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…]
![[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…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Pistol Toolkits from Fix It Sticks](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230120_145820-660x260.jpg)
Known for their handy use on your workbench or in the field, Fix It Sticks launched two new pistol toolkits at SHOT Show 2023. A new Pistol Armorers Toolkit and Compact Pistol Toolkit for SIG Sauer were on display at their new booth. Let’s take a closer look [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] YHM Fat Cat 5.56 Silencer](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_094755-660x260.jpg)
YHM announced their newest 5.56 suppressor, The Fat Cat, at SHOT Show 2023. The Fat Cat uses a smaller section at the rear that tapers into a larger suppressor body. This unique design allows The Fat Cat to be tucked under rails for a shorter overall length. The [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New SOUNDGUARD Suppressors and Chassis Adapters from Daniel Defense](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_083325-660x260.jpg)
Daniel Defense unveiled their new SOUNDGUARD suppressor line as well as a folding stock adapter for their rifle chassis at SHOT Show 2023. Their new silencers are designed for minimal point of impact (POI) shift and are compatible with existing direct thread and QD [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Suppressors, Firearms, and Imported SVDs from B&T](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_075324-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, B&T unveiled all-new suppressors, firearms, and imported SVD rifles. A whole host of different rifles, pistols, and machine guns were on display showcasing these new products. I had a chance to sit down with B&T and talk about what’s [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Thunder Beast Arms BFC 50 BMG Suppressor](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_100132-660x260.jpg)
SHOT Show 2023 is in full swing and Thunder Beast Arms brought their newest BFC 50 BMG suppressor. Not one to shy away from a challenge, the Thunder Beast BFC boasts multiple configurations in order to optimize the suppressor for noise and recoil reduction. I had a [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_141318-660x260.jpg)
Smith & Wesson chose SHOT Show 2023 to unveil their new M&P 5.7 pistol. This feature-packed pistol sports a factory-threaded barrel and magazines that carry a whopping 22 rounds. I had a chance to look over the M&P 5.7 on the show floor today and [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Dead Air's New Mojave 9 Suppressor](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_092307-660x260.jpg)
SHOT Show 2023 is in full swing and Dead Air Silencers took this opportunity to unveil their new Mojave 9 suppressor. Using 3D-printed titanium baffles, the modular Mojave 9 is a lightweight modular pistol can that carries the same durability specs that Dead Air is [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Hands-On with Uintah Precision's Modern Sporting Muzzleloader](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_091039-660x260.jpg)
Shot Show 2023 range day was our first opportunity to get hands-on with Uintah Precision’s new Modern Sporting Muzzleloader. Built on an AR lower receiver its aim is to bring a modern touch to the muzzleloader market. I had a chance to get a closer look at [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Mean Arms Bearing Delayed 9mm Carbine](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_092706-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT 2023’s Industry Day at the Range, Mean Arms unveiled their new Bearing Delayed 9mm carbine. This new design uses their existing endomags in conjunction with a standard pattern AR-15 lower. A set of three ball bearings (rather than rollers) are used in [Read More…]
At today’s SHOT Show pre-industry day at the range Cadex Defence showcased their new CDX-SS SEVEN S.T.A.R.S PRO rifle. Designed with the PRS shooter in mind, the SEVEN S.T.A.R.S. PRO is feature-packed right out of the box. Cadex was happy to announce [Read More…]
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