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Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its many guns, gear, ammunition, shooting sports, and history! This week we’re diving back into rifles and specifically one [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 55! Tomorrow is Independence Day, so on behalf of everyone at TFB and TFBTV, Happy Independence Day! While this day is about celebrating the birth of our great nation, it’s also an excellent opportunity to take stock of everything [Read More…]
In recent years, the use of red dot sights on handguns has gained significant popularity among most shooters regardless of their preferred platform, or shooting sport. Just 10 years ago finding an optic on a handgun was still fairly rare outside of the competition world [Read More…]
I’m a huge fan of shield-style eyewear for the range. That’s why I’m excited to share the news that GATORZ Eyewear has just released its first pair of shield-style lenses dubbed “Blastshield.” The GATORZ Blastshield line will feature a [Read More…]
Rock River Arms is the manufacturer of my absolute favorite two-stage trigger, the Rock River Arms Two-Stage National Match Trigger. Today they’ve announced an entirely new rifle to their lineup, the new BT3 Predator HP 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle. This new rifle is [Read More…]
The HammerDown series of ammunition by Federal Premium is one of the few lines of ammunition specifically engineered to ensure superior cycling and overall effectiveness for lever-action rifles. In 2020, the Federal first introduced the HammerDown line, which now [Read More…]
Cerakote is by far the most popular firearm finish for everything ranging from high-end bolt-action hunting rifles, down to your EDC pistol. Cerakote provides an extra layer of durability not only in the form of abrasion resistance but also chemical and corrosion [Read More…]
Over the year I’ve really gotten addicted to trying out different types of firearm competitions. While I’ve dabbled in some of the more well-known competition spheres, USPSA, Multi-Gun, and Steel Challenge, I’ve also strayed off the beaten path and [Read More…]
Joining the new enclosed red dot craze is Viridian Weapon Tech with their new RFX45 enclosed green dot. While we’ve briefly covered it before when it was featured at SHOT Show 2023 (shoutout to fellow writer Rusty S for the photos in this article), the Viridian [Read More…]
The Meprolight Mepro M21 reflex sight has an extensive history with foreign armed forces that spans several decades now. It was first introduced in the early 2000s and was quickly adopted by its country of origin as a standard-issue optical rifle sight. Originally [Read More…]
The Ruger SR22 is an affordable and fun little 22-caliber plinker that’s been around for over a decade now. However, the residents of California have not typically been able to purchase these fun little handguns due to not being on the infamous California Roster [Read More…]
Grey Birch Manufacturing is excited to announce the latest addition to its quickly growing lineup of premium 10/22-style rifles. The newest iteration, the Carbon Adventurer Rifle has a lot of the features of the long-distance Grey Birch LDR model but is paired with a [Read More…]
KE Arms has just announced the introduction of the new 20 Inch WWSD Complete Upper. This new upper configuration combines a lot of the same aspects you’d find in the 16″ version, but with a barrel length that really gives the 5.56 NATO cartridge some extra [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Podcast Roundup 92. Most of the team here is embracing the summer vibes and the upcoming 4th of July celebrations. With the warm weather and patriotic spirit in the air, it’s the perfect time to engage in some good range sessions with your family [Read More…]
Back at NRAAM 2023, TFBTV’s Hop and I had a chance to check out the subtly launched Anderson Manufacturing AM15 Dissipator Carbine. The Anderson Dissipator carbine was an unexpected hit at the Primary Arms Range Day 2023, and NRAAM 2023 with, Hop, myself, and a [Read More…]
C&H Precision, probably equally as well known now for its new line of optics as its firearms, has announced its decision to expand its operations in Bryan County, GA, with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing and headquarters facility. Valued at $10 million, the [Read More…]
Adding to the list of available accessories for the Beretta 1301 is the newest offering from Mesa Tactical – the Truckee forend. This M-LOK equipped forend is made from 6000 series aluminum, and high-temperature glass-filled nylon polymer end caps for durability, [Read More…]
As we gear up for Independence Day this year, let’s stop and take a minute to be thankful for this great country we have – specifically because of arms. There is an interesting quote that floats around on the internet that I often like to think of when it [Read More…]
As part of Safariland’s increased interest in the CCW market, they’ve partnered up with Travis Haley of Haley Strategic Partners to produce the next evolution of the original HSP Incog IWB concealment holster – the IncogX. This newest evolution [Read More…]
The Beretta 1301 shotgun has been the talk of the town over the last year or so with a massive increase in popularity across the board. However, for a lot of people, buying their 1301 is just the first step, a lot of people want to mount optics, want extended tubes, or [Read More…]
Safariland is probably most well known for catering almost exclusively to the Law Enforcement and Military market. However, it’s become clear in recent times that Safariland is taking an increased interest in providing everyday customers with products more suited [Read More…]
Elite Survival Systems has just announced the introduction of their new Lightweight Tactical Shooting Mat, a durable and practical gear option for outdoor shooting. Designed with the modern shooter in mind, this lightweight mat offers easy transportation and quick [Read More…]
Franklin Armory has partnered up with the famous rimfire trick shooter 22plinkster to release a new edition of the BFS III 22-C1 binary trigger system. This new edition will feature a new proprietary aluminum housing to replace the polymer one, special branding, and [Read More…]
Introducing the #213 Persuader, Desantis Gunhide’s ultimate inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster designed to meet the demanding needs of law enforcement agencies, armed forces, and competition shooters. While DeSantis normally deals with leather holsters, this [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Podcast Roundup 91! It’s refreshing to see the online gun community getting back to actual discussions on niche firearm topics rather than constantly worrying about the latest drama taking place within the firearms industry. I know a couple of [Read More…]
Those who compete with shotguns know that every load is just a little bit different when it comes to 12 gauge. While there is a litany of options out there for those looking to defend their home, hunt deer, or even shoot birds out to extreme distances, there are very [Read More…]
I’ve you’ve ever been itching to open-carry your personally owned M320 Grenade Launcher, there is now a safe, functional, and comfortable way to do so – the new Hercules Tactical Products G-Tech M320 Holster. This new holster offers multiple mounting [Read More…]
Infamous Florida Man, aftermarket parts producer and firearms enthusiast Jason from Backup Tactical, has just given us a first look at his new Glock Perfect Fit PRO Comp. The new addition to the PROComp line follows the same design language as the previously released [Read More…]
The trend of modernizing and updating the lever-action gun is seriously starting to take off with all sorts of great aftermarket parts that allow the attachment of virtually any type of accessory to your favorite lever gun. Midwest Industries has just announced their [Read More…]
The worst part about any range trip for me is setting up and taking down everything. When TFBTV’s Hop and I go to shoot, it usually involves several steel targets and several paper targets. Over time, we’ve learned to streamline our gear down to be more [Read More…]
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