Welcome back to Silencer Saturday. This week we are taking a look at the new Angstadt Arms Prophet silencer. Luke C. got his hands on it at Trigger Con in a video you should watch here. This is a unique design that blends some features in new ways. Let’s dig into the design a little more.

In  Part 1 of this article, I wrote about the beginning of the Kalashnikov machinegun story, Part 2 was dedicated to the bureaucratic hoops he initially had to jump through. In this chapter, I will talk about the technical triаls and competition between Kalashnikov and his rivals, Nikitin and Sokolov.

We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 149. 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 stories, competition shooting, gun industry news, and much more. In addition, we’re also featuring the most recent episode of TFB’s own Behind The Gun Podcast which airs every week on Thursday mornings. If you’d like to check out the full episode list for TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you can find it here on the TFB website or on your favorite podcast app. Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening to this week’s selection of gun podcasts.

The Springfield Armory Echelon has been a very well received introduction to a loaded handgun market because of its infusion of everything modern shooters are looking for. Springfield’s proprietary VIS (Variable Interface System) mounting system lets you plug ‘n play with all of your favorite red dots via a “post system” and no adapter plates are required. Couple that with extendos, a good trigger, nice stipple job, and other accouterments and it is all-around a wonderful pistol.

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at the best cover garments. If you happened to miss that article be sure to click the link here to give it a read. This week, I want to talk about the benefits of having a red dot sight on your carry gun. I was recently in a local hardware store that also sells firearms. The store employee was talking the guy out of a Trijicon RMRcc and told him to just keep the iron sights. It was an interesting argument but if you start carrying with an optic, it will start to show just how fast it is to find your sight with a red dot optic. Let’s take a closer look at some of the good as well as bad aspects of carrying with a red dot in our red dot rundown.

In Part 1 of this article, I wrote about the beginning of the Kalashnikov machine gun story. In this chapter, I will get into details of how Kalashnikov managed to go through with his design against all odds.

Long-distance shooting has always amazed me. Accounting for every single variable that could affect the bullet makes my head hurt, so I have ultimate respect for the longest confirmed sniper kills. Shooting a paper or steel target is one thing; shooting a living being is an entirely different scenario; just ask Viacheslav Kovalskyi of Ukraine, who currently holds the longest sniper kill record.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is about the rimfire firearm world and its different types of guns, ammo, shooting sports and history! A couple of weeks ago we discussed one of my favorite firearms - the American 180. Some of you had mentioned in the comments that the AM-180 might have been even cooler if it was chambered in something like 22 Magnum. 22 Magnum has seen a bit more attention from ammunition companies and firearm companies alike with Federal Punch 22WMR being an entirely defensive-oriented rimfire load, and the new North American Arms Sentinel being a much more convenient version of their already pocket-friendly Sidewinder 22 Magnum revolver. Since these two items seem like they’d make a great match, I thought It’d be great to take both to the range and get some real-world shooting data, as well as some velocity data to see how these two fairly unique rimfire offerings pair together in the real world.

The H&K P7, born in West Germany in 1979, is a highly recognizable design with unique features that earned it a large fanbase. With the model discontinued in 2008, the only option to get it has been the used market, with increasing prices and minimal access to spare parts. P7Pro is changing this by setting up production of American-made P7 pistols.

The lever action rifle market has seen a significant shift with Ruger's acquisition of Marlin. Building upon Marlin's previous Dark series, which introduced tactical elements to traditional lever guns, the new Marlin 1895 Dark 45-70 takes modernization to the next level. This review explores how this reimagined classic meets the demands of today's shooters.

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 108! 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 for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.

Suppressors are expensive! That’s something I hear pretty often, even from long-time avid shooters, and while that might be true of some of the latest and greatest cans out there not all cans will bankrupt you! TFB have partnered with Silencer Shop to highlight some of the most affordable cans around.

Welcome back to another edition of Silencer Saturday. This week we are looking at how to suppress the Uzi submachine gun. The Uzi is a legend, in part for its longevity. It entered service in 1954 and continues to soldier on around the globe. But with that age come some idiosyncrasies for suppressor use.

We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 148. 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 stories, competition shooting, gun industry news, and much more. In addition, we’re also featuring the most recent episode of TFB’s own Behind The Gun Podcast which airs every week on Thursday mornings. If you’d like to check out the full episode list for TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you can find it here on the TFB website or on your favorite podcast app. Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening to this week’s selection of gun podcasts.

The 1911 is a handgun that needs no introduction. It has been around forever, served militaries the world over, and civilians deploy them emphatically as well. “TwO wOrLd WaRs!” I jest, but the model 1911 is an undeniably popular and relevant weapon system even today. The only failing some may cite is that a firearm that was invented over a hundred years ago lacks modern day accouterments (surprise, surprise). If you give me a flashlight and a red dot though, I’m a happy man, and that’s exactly what Springfield Armory is now offering with their new AOS (Agency Optic System) 1911s. Today, I will walk you through my experiences of shooting and playing with my favorite iteration from this new class of Springfields in the 1911 Operator AOS 5” .45 ACP handgun. Let’s dive in!

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at some of the best ways to practice when it comes to practicing for carrying a concealed firearm. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I have been carrying every day during the constant rain storms the northeast has been getting. With the seasons changing and temperatures starting to drop, it's always an interesting change to start carrying with cover garments. Whether it's a light rain jacket or a heavier coat for the colder winter months, it's always important to see how different coats can affect your draw stroke and the overall accessibility of your firearm. It can be tricky to find the right jacket for your climate but there are certain outer jackets that do better than others with concealed firearms. Let's take a closer look at some of the best cover garments.

Everyone knows AK-47. It is everywhere: movies, books, crime statistics. Interestingly enough, those who spend some time in the warzone often have stronger feelings towards another Kalashnikov creation - the PK/PKM belt-fed machine gun.

I recently returned from black bear hunting in the northern woods of Minnesota (sadly, unsuccessfully). A recurring question I get from non-bear hunters who are scared of those fur-balls is, “what do I carry as a sidearm for protection?” It is an Echelon with 9mm +P+ ammo in it (insert your favorite XYZ full-size 9mm handgun of choice). Black bears simply don’t have the same fiery temperament as their brown bear brethren. I am more scared of a pack of timberwolves picking me off in the dark or a moose curb-stomping my butt into the forest floor. If you live in griz country, you have entirely different concerns than I. You need authentic, red-blooded American, STOPPING POW-AH! So, if you are hunting, hiking, camping, or bird-watching where grizzly bears are present, here are 3 wheelguns that could save your life. 

This is an in-depth interview with Raine Peltokoski, one of the best shooters in the history of practical shooting. The author had the fortune to spend a full week together with him and the Finnish Senior Semi-Auto Team at the Rifle World Shoot. Apart from learning about his background, how he trains and how he sets up his rifle you’ll learn about his Suomi sub-machine gun and why he needs a Lahti L-39 20 mm anti-tank gun. Let’s go!

Welcome everyone to the 247th 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 sweet deal or only have Fudd appeal? Each week the TFB staff weighs in with their thoughts, but readers get the final say in the poll at the bottom of each article.

Remember back in March, when we told you about the rapidly rising costs of the Canadian federal government’s planned gun grab? As it turns out, the feds were just getting started on running up the bill. Now, less than six months later, they’ve added more than 50 percent more to their tab—and they still haven’t seized a single gun.

EAA has a reputation for making affordable versions of pistols made by other manufacturers. When Beretta discontinued the classic Beretta 80-series pistols, Girsan stepped up to make clones. The recent MC14BDA is a “clone” of a close 80-series cousin, the Browning BDA. I spent the last several months with one, and it is time to share my findings.

Welcome back to The Rimfire Report, our weekly article series where we discuss everything related to rimfire ammunition. Last week, Luke talked about the possible military applications of the American-180 rimfire submachine gun. In today's installment, we are reporting rimfire news - Winchester Ammunition's new 21 Sharp cartridge, which was standardized by SAAMI over a year ago, is now available. Shortly after the release of this new rimfire cartridge, Savage Arms announced the availability of a number of their rimfire rifles chambered in 21 Sharp. Let’s take a closer look at the new cartridge and rifles.

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 107! 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 for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.

Silencer Central has a new model Banish suppressor model, the Banish 46 V2. This week we will take a look at the original Banish 46, and the changes in the V2 model. Let’s dive in.

In Part 1 of this article, I talked about the prototypes of Yugoslav AKs, in Part 2 we dived into the history of M70 rifles with milled receivers, Part 3 was dedicated to the most common Zastava M70, Part 4 went over rifles that Zastava developed during the collapse of Yugoslavia, Part 5 was about modern Serbian AKs. In this article, I want to talk about a little-known AK upgrade program developed in Serbia by a private company Reborn Arms.

We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 147. 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 stories, competition shooting, gun industry news, and much more. In addition, we’re also featuring the most recent episode of TFB’s own Behind The Gun Podcast which airs every week on Thursday mornings. If you’d like to check out the full episode list for TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you can find it here on the TFB website or on your favorite podcast app. Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening to this week’s selection of gun podcasts.

Picture this. It’s 9 AM. The ground is wet with dew. You’re breathing in fresh morning air. The sun is rising in the sky. You are anticipating walking up to the firing line. Instead of thinking about the stage plan, you’re wondering if you packed what you need for your first match.

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we looked at how to set up a carry-specific bag. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to look at some of the best ways to train for carrying a concealed handgun. Different people have preferences where one style works better for them but this will be more of a general overview on how to train under any budget. Let’s take a closer look at some of the best ways to train for carrying.

Let’s take a step back in time. It’s 2020. We’re watching re-runs of the Tiger King, waiting for the price of toilet paper to normalize, tired of wearing masks, and I’m thinking of every dumb way to empty my wallet because I’m stir-crazy AF in a global lockdown. “I should suppress a revolver. That sounds difficult and insane.” So, the journey that I would do 10 out of 10 times again began. I bought an M1895 Nagant revolver chambered in 7.62x38mmR that was imported by Century Arms International (CAI), and started learning what it took to suppress a wheelgun.