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Happy belated New Year from all of us here at TFB and TFBTV! 2023 is officially in the past and 2024 is already well on its way. I just wanted to stop here and say thank you to each and every one of you who has been listening to the podcast for all of these […] [Read More…]
Aimpoint is often a name that is synonymous with the terms “expensive” and “high quality.” While many will more likely know them for just being plain expensive, I’ve come to recognize the Aimpoint series of red dot optics to be some of the [Read More…]
The concept of a “gun cane” has been around for a long time as has the concept of concealing a self-defense firearm within an otherwise innocuous object. The Crossfire Metalworks Viper Tac Bat is a metal bat that also features an 8” 22LR barrel and takes a [Read More…]
As the TFB and TFBTV teams gear up for the single biggest event of the year, SHOT Show 2024, we’ve brought out a special previously unreleased podcast that goes all the way back to the inception of the podcast during SHOT Show 2020. This podcast features TFB [Read More…]
Taurus has been putting much effort into broadening its options throughout the US handgun market. With great introductions like the Taurus GX4 in the micro compact category, and the earlier release of the similar TH45 chambered in 45 ACP, it’s only natural that [Read More…]
Brownells makes one of the best aftermarket 10/22 style receivers on the market. If you’ve been keen to pick up one of these for a new 10/22 build, you might be interested to know that Brownells is making a limited production run of BRN-22 Silver receivers. The [Read More…]
5.11 offers a wide array of gear for just about everyone. Their extensive EDC line of products has just been expanded a bit further to give their customers even more great gear, this time centered around those who enjoy the great outdoors. The new Fall EDC line for 2023 [Read More…]
A familiar yet brand-new firearm is making its way back onto the market from Smith & Wesson with the release of the new S&W SD9 2.0 pistol. This new take on the old Sigma line of handguns still keeps the budget-conscious design of the previous generation of SD [Read More…]
Today we’ve brought on TFB Writer Sam S to talk about some curious firearms he’s run across over his years as a gunsmith and employee at a gun shop. Most of you listening have probably come across your own weird finds too. Whether they’re genuine [Read More…]
I’ve recently been digging pretty heavily into survival rifle coverage on my weekly Rimfire Report series. Along with 22LR, a .410 bore is often found being used in survival rifles including the new Rossi survival rifle dubbed the Poly Tuffy. This new single-shot, [Read More…]
We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 112. Each week we’re bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the web that cover a wide variety of topics including gunsmithing, hunting, precision shooting, war [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 75! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking [Read More…]
Around the world, at any given time there is probably at least one armed conflict going on. Right now we’re experiencing a handful of them and while there are plenty of politics to be talked about when it comes to those conflicts, today what Pete and Matt (Editor of [Read More…]
I’m sure a lot of you have probably seen the video that has been circulating around social media and forums of some allegedly unfortunate fellow who accidentally gave himself a free vasectomy. The video of the accident is also accompanied by what looks to be [Read More…]
There are a ton of ways that people have attempted to tackle the issue of having a properly tuned AR-15 rifle. The Young Manufacturing Variable Mass M16 Bolt Carrier Group is one new solution in addition to things like adjustable gas blocks, that can help the user get [Read More…]
We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 112. Each week we’re bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the web that cover a wide variety of topics including gunsmithing, hunting, precision shooting, war [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its rich history, the extensive array of unique firearms, as well as its fun and enjoyable shooting sports that are accessible to virtually [Read More…]
Savage has long been known for their extensive lineup of long guns for hunters, recreational, and precision shooters. Many of their firearms usually get paired with a bipod to make the entire rig more useful and that’s why Savage is proud to introduce the new [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 74! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Guns.com, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether [Read More…]
It might seem like a joke at first but this new product from XTech is actually pretty handy for a few reasons. The XTech MTX+0 doesn’t add any ammunition to your standard 10-round factory magazines, but it does add grip length to make the gun a lot easier to shoot [Read More…]
The reloading world is constantly expanding despite several upsets over the decades that have left many wanting for components like primers and projectiles. Now that things seem to more or less be going back to normal in terms of availability of components, it’s [Read More…]
With Christmas just around the corner, a couple of the TFB Staff and friends got together and brainstormed some last-minute stocking stuffers, gifts, and things to do this holiday season for your friends and loved ones. Today the guys and I share what we’d love to get [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Luke C (@BallisticAviation) dives into the Springfield Model 2020 Rimfire Target Rifle, chambered in 22LR. Released in the early summer of 2023, the Model 2020 Rimfire is the first offering that Springfield has made in the rimfire category in a long time and they’re [Read More…]
Before we get started I’d like to point out as of right now this is purely speculation based off of what we’re seeing currently in the market. A few days ago at the start of December, Vista Outdoors, the principal owner of several popular brands of [Read More…]
One of the most popular brands of firearm (and bicycle) tools on the market has added a new option to its already extensive lineup of handy tools. Fix It Sticks has just announced the introduction of its new Hardcase Rifle and Optics toolkit which combines tools [Read More…]
We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 111. Each week we’re bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the web that cover a wide variety of topics including gunsmithing, hunting, precision shooting, war [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its many types of guns, ammo, shooting sports, history, and more! Last week we got knee-deep into combination guns and their heavy use of [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 73: Christmas is just around the corner and the more forward-thinking of us have probably already completed all of their Christmas shopping well in advance, and or are pretty much finished with it at this point. For the rest of us, [Read More…]
I hope all of you had a great Thanksgiving weekend! This week’s episode of TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast is a special one, mostly just to share what we’re all thankful for here. I’ve gathered some comments from some of the crew of TFB as well as [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Podcast Roundup 110! I trust every one of you had a great Thanksgiving and enjoyed some much-needed time time with your loved ones, and away from the typical office routine. As usual, each week we’re bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the [Read More…]
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