Despite the ongoing dispute between Heckler & Koch and Haenel which has ground the Bundeswehr’s G36 replacement program to a halt the next optic to be mounted on Germany’s future service rifle has been selected. The Bundeswehr began their search for a [Read More…]
Iron sights, red dots, scopes, holographic weapon sights, and good ol’ guessing. There are so many ways to aim. Another option that some shooters use is visible lasers. Oftentimes, we see automatically activated lasers on defensive handguns, but what about your [Read More…]
Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) have announced a new addition to their range of Galil ACE rifles. The ACE-N 52 is chambered in 7.62x51mm and feeds from standard AR-10 magazines. The select fire rifle has had a number of ergonomic changes made, primarily with a new [Read More…]
Icarus Precision has expanded their ACE line of aluminum grip modules for the SIG Sauer P365 family of pistols by introducing the new Elite series. The features added to the ACE 365 Elite grip modules include a new grip shape and texture, built-in thumb rest, updated [Read More…]
The long-running dispute between Heckler & Koch and Haenel enters the courtroom this week with the patent dispute case currently being heard at the Düsseldorf Regional Court. We first reported on the problems Germany was having in their efforts to replace the HK [Read More…]
XS Sights out of Texas have announced some new tritium night sights for Springfield’s Hellcat OSP. XS are introducing the DXT2 Big Dot and R3D night sights for the optics-ready pistol. MSRP for the night sights will range from $110 to $132. XS Sights @ TFB: XS [Read More…]
As the last installment of our brief overview of ADIHEX 2021, we will have a quick look at some of the eye-catching luxury pieces. It’s no surprise to anyone that a show in the Arabian Peninsula offers the chance to see some rather fancy firearms matching wealthy [Read More…]
Umarex Airguns presents the first officially licensed Glock 17 Gen5 T4E paintball marker under the tagline “Paint. Compete. Perform.” It uses an 8-round magazine that holds .43 caliber paint or powderballs. The magazine also includes a 12-gram CO2 cartridge [Read More…]
While many companies who produce aftermarket parts will often make them only for more expensive weapon systems, Strike Industries disagrees with this approach. Known for functional and affordable parts, Strike Industries falls right in line with the Taurus approach. [Read More…]
This week we’re hearing from Doug E, a writer at TFB. Doug has years of law enforcement experience as well as a lot of solid well-contemplated thoughts about how to respond to shootings and how to best be prepared for such a dramatic and rare event. On this [Read More…]
I’m sure there are a few exceptions, but most people who like firearms like knives as well. Do you collect like I do? Here’s a chance to check some new options from JP Rifles, the Hammered Damascus Knives. They’re available either in a tanto-shaped [Read More…]
In case you haven’t noticed, the international exhibitions are starting up again. Very soon it is time for the MILIPOL exhibition in Paris, where FN Herstal will display their new less-lethal FN Smart ProtectoR Concept. Fitted with a 5-tube magazine, it fires [Read More…]
Bobro Engineering has released a new quick detachable front grip called Forward Grip Assembly. This grip features a patent-pending attachment method that utilizes opposing forces in a diagonal plane to secure the unit and can be attached to or removed from a standard [Read More…]
A while back we covered the auctioning of Al Capone and Sonny Capone’s collection of firearms and memorabilia. That auction has now concluded and in an unsurprising turn of events, the entire collection sold for millions. Most notably, Al Capone’s Colt 1911 [Read More…]
Midwest Industries has just introduced a product that UZI Pro owners can use to increase the useability of their rare firearm – the UZI Pro Stock Adapter. The UZI Pro Stock Adapter is a direct mount adapter that allows the secure attachment of either a stock or [Read More…]
It is our unfortunate duty to report that the creator of the FGC-9 3D-printed gun has passed away this last week following a police raid on his home by German police. Known only as JStark, many consider him to be the father of 3D firearms printing and a hero in the 3D [Read More…]
Midwest Industries have expanded their line of rifle parts and accessories by introducing the new Side Folding Extruded Stock. With a silhouette resembling the triangle AK side folders, this stock looks really good on AK pattern rifles, however, being 1913 rail [Read More…]
For shooters who want to suppress calibers larger than .308, there’s a new contender hitting the market. The SilencerCo Hybrid 46M is their latest multi-host release, capable of suppressing everything from .22LR to .45-70 Government and almost everything in between [Read More…]
At the last edition of ADIHEX, we discovered the Austrian company FBT – Fine Ballistic Tools. We had a brief look at their custom carbon fiber stocks and innovative suppressors. We can now see they’ve not been idle in these two years. FBT @ TFB: [ADIHEX [Read More…]
If you’re a fan of Walker’s hearing protection products and like the connectivity that is provided to you through the LINK app, then you’ll be excited to hear that Walker’s has just rolled out a new version – LINK 3.0. LINK 3.0 takes all of [Read More…]
Nightstick is proud to announce its two newest weapon-mounted lights for handguns – the TWM-30 and TWM-30F. Both sporting 1,200-lumen beams and capable of illuminating objects nearly 200 meters away, the TWM-30 and TWM-30F are set to provide the industry with a [Read More…]
ADIHEX is always a good chance for the Emirati firearm manufacturer Caracal to show its products to the public, in their hometown of Abu Dhabi, UAE. This year, together with military firearms, polymer pistols, and Merkel hunting rifles, the company showcased a special [Read More…]
When it comes to pistol competition, divisions that allow optics are where all of the action is. However, not long ago, the optics and guns they went on made it nearly impossible to afford to get into the sport. As lower-priced, higher-quality pistols have found their [Read More…]
Having the ability to move your SIG Sauer P320 FCU (Fire Control Unit) into grip modules is incredibly valuable. Not only is customizing your firearms fun, but it allows shooters to keep different frames for different purposes. Keep your FCU in your carry gun, then swap [Read More…]
ADIHEX, the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, is an annual event, that of course skipped 2020, happening by September in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The show focuses on traditional outdoor activities of the region, including hunting. In the area dedicated [Read More…]
The micro-compact space within the firearms market is packed with great options. Small, light, comfortable, and full of features, these small firearms have changed the concealed carry game. One feature that has come to be a given is a slide that’s ready to accept [Read More…]
It’s no secret that the ammunition market has been volatile (to say the least) since the Covid pandemic took hold, but some calibers seem to be easing off while others rise. Redditor, Chainwaxologist, owns a web-based hunting and fishing retail store, [Read More…]
Silencers have become one of the most popular firearm accessories from their relatively obscure origins. Despite their increased popularity, suppressors still tend to be items a lot of people aren’t willing to go through the hassle of getting mostly because of the [Read More…]
The new Rugged Mustang .22LR suppressor was released at the perfect time of year. While our esteemed TFBTV star James Reeves loathes the autumn months, I’m the complete opposite. The mosquitoes are dying off, the foliage is worthy of an epic Bob Ross/Thomas [Read More…]
When I get a new gun, I want my holster NOW! Wait times for custom holsters can rival the drive-through at In-N-Out on a Saturday night, but I also want to make sure I get what I want. Fortunately, Blackhawk has introduced a new option for reasonable holster wait times. [Read More…]
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