One of TFB’s resident Jarheads, Nathan now works within the firearms industry. A consecutive Marine rifle and pistol expert, he enjoys local 3-gun, NFA, gunsmithing, MSR’s, & high-speed gear. Nathan has traveled to over 30 countries working with US DoD & foreign MoDs.
The above post is my opinion and does not reflect the views of any company or organization.
First it was “Candella,” now the hot marketing and technical race is for the most “Lumens.” So just what are lumens and why are they important (or in some cases, unimportant)? How do they relate to brightness and/or intensity? What about [Read More…]
Okay… Okay… I admit it. I bought an R51 and right now, I regret it. *Note- This was a personal purchase of a retail model. TFB’s formal evaluation pistol has been on hold since its release with no ETA. At the NRA show in 2014, I was keen to get my [Read More…]
Not content to sit on their laurels and ride the success of the Tavor, IWI has collaborated again with the IDF to develop the .338 Lapua “DAN” Sniper Rifle. Incorporating the latest must-have features for a tactical precision weapon, the DAN is mounted to [Read More…]
The G42 was loaned to me by a faithful employee of my local range, Hillside Shooting Sports in Roanoke, IN. Thanks, Rocky! I love gun shop guys, especially the ones at my local shop. Just about every time I walk in they have something new for me to try, get my hands on, [Read More…]
Before you sigh at yet another “tactical” product, hold your breath for a moment. The Beaten Zone A.T.C.H. takes the extended charging handle latch to a whole new, even bigger level. Made of the usual top-notch materials, the A.T.C.H. comes in three [Read More…]
With the demand for ARs and accessories finally starting to quiet down, its refreshing to see manufacturers turning their attention to other platforms. Truglo has released new front sights for dedicated rimfire pistols. CNC -machined, the sights stand about .445″ [Read More…]
Caldwell of Battenfeld Technologies has released their AR-15 Mag Charger system, designed to work with 50 round boxes of 5.56/.223 to load magazines quickly. With ammo in the charger system, each push of the plunger, the charger loads 5 rounds and advances the feed tray [Read More…]
Utterly mesmerizing. A promotional video released by Swisstek, a CNC lathe/machine company showcases the machining of a 8630 steel AR-15/M-16 bolt. The video is at roughly 3x speed, but I believe it adds to the fascination. It certainly lends more appreciate for the [Read More…]
Wilson Combat has gone further up-market with their latest release: The Pinnacle. Based on their Classic Supergrade, the Pinnacle adds most of the available customization options available at Wilson Combat. In addition, the discerning customer will get [Read More…]
It would seem the glut of AR-centric accessories is finally coming to a temporary pause. I have noticed the last few weeks that AR accessories and rifles are waning and manufacturers are turning their attention back to other platforms. Caldwell has released their [Read More…]
Recently previewed at SOFIC 2014 in Tampa, Rianov has been putting the finishing touches on their latest ballistic computer, the Eagle II. Designed with high-speed, low-drag in mind, the Eagle II can store dope information for up to 16 different weapons. Using previous [Read More…]
A nifty shotgun shell dispenser in the same vein as the F.A.S.T. magazine system is looking for funding on IndieGoGo. The Gunner’s Mate is designed by Todd Luebke, a veteran of the U.S. Army and owner of Strike Hard Gear, which focuses on Com-Bloc weaponry. The [Read More…]
Not content to sit on their laurels, DRD Tactical, has announced the release of the SRU-762 QS/Take-Down upper receiver. The SRU-762 upper is compatible with SR-25/M110 systems. It comes with either a 1/10 or 1/12 twist Lothar Walther barrel. It does not come with a [Read More…]
Sisk Guns of Dayton Texas has released their latest modular component in the STAR (Sisk Tactical Adaptive Rifle) Stock. I personally went hands-on at NRA 2014 and walked away impressed with the modularity and ease of manipulation. My personal kudos on the presser. I [Read More…]
A new company to the weapons industry, BoomFab has announced the release of their first product- the TiTane Carrier. The TiTan is a CNC Machined bolt carrier designed for competition use. At only 4.4 ozs. with the gas key (standard carriers are about 9 ozs.), BoomFab [Read More…]
At this risk of shortly being “The Furniture Blog” one of our readers sent in this fabulous custom-made coffee table by JD Cabrera. JD is one of the brains behind the start-up of the current Henry Repeating Arms and has a long history including building guns [Read More…]
Having traveled to the far-east, India, and Mid-East often I run across all sorts of weaponry. Often overseas, I saw brightly-colored AK’s, INSAS’, and a few M-series weapons sprinkled in. Not knowing the local language or wanting to be detained for [Read More…]
Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty. -John F. Kennedy And paid that price we have. To date, over [Read More…]
KAK Industries of California has released its latest generation of its pistol buffer tube designed specifically for the Sig Arm Brace. Principal improvement over Gen I is the machined hard-stop on the tube that keeps the brace from moving and allows for the use of the [Read More…]
WoodTrekker has put up a comprehensive overview of their experiences with 12-Gauge caliber adapters. To sum it up in a few words, down-gauge adpaters (.410 and 20-gauge) work well, .22LR is short-range practical, but everything else is a resounding “meh.” [Read More…]
Viridian claims this is the “first taclight for the S&W shield”. Their latest taclight is a useful offering as it easily fits within the confines of the frame, not sticking out in front of the muzzle. Secondly, it comes readily compatible [Read More…]
You know you are in for an interesting jacket when it has an operating manual. The Alpha Jacket, designed by Brad Thor and produced by ScotteVest has enough pockets (35 to be exact) to store an aircraft carrier. Available for about $200, the Alpha Jacket has been [Read More…]
The surprise ruling by the ATF has opened a significant market to gun manufacturers in the United States. When I was at the NRA show, I was just starting to get a hint of the many good things to come. PTR Industries (G3 Clones), Sig Sauer, and other brands were starting [Read More…]
Aero Precision has been teasing their new “Enhanced” AR-15 upper receiver and companion rail kits. Designed to be used in conjunction with one another, the two parts promise customization, ease of mounting, and performance. The handguards index to the [Read More…]
I am not a machinist, but that does not preclude me from appreciating their work and the skills required to create weapon systems. To further my appreciation, Rifleshooter.com has posted up an excellent pictorial tutorial on machining your own AR-15/M16 barrel from a [Read More…]
According to the gun lawyers and bloggers over at Prince Law Offices, P.C. a recent ATF determination that “unincorporated trusts” are not “persons” under the Gun Control Act may have opened a way for trusts to manufacture new Post-86 machine [Read More…]
Primary Weapon Systems (PWS), known for their piston rifle systems, has announced the release of stripped DI upper receiver kits (no BCG or charging handle). The kits come complete with 1/8″ twist barrel, .223 Wylde chamber, PWS muzzle device (brake or flash hider [Read More…]
2A Armament of Idaho now has announced their upcoming BALIOS-Lite Receiver. The lower is a scant 6.5 oz according to their retailer, which is close to full polymer lowers (about 5.5 oz) from most manufacturers. The upper receiver weighs in at 5.85 oz. To match the (I [Read More…]
Fortis Manufacturing has released the first of their new SWITCH rail systems. In a similar vein to DRD Tactical’s quick-rail systems, the SWITCH uses a clamp and proprietary barrel nut to allow the user to quickly don and d’off the rail. Description courtesy [Read More…]
I hope it does not need mentioned, but do not try dumb things at home with firearms. Our interest, hobby, and passion can have very dangerous consequences when used stupidly. Fortunately, some people record their stupidity for our enjoyment and learning. In all [Read More…]
Your Privacy Choices