Strike Industries have introduced a new modular forward M-LOK grip called Stacked Angled Grip. The new grip has an 86-degree angle in relation to the handguard and its modular design allows extending its length by installing extension sections between the base parts [Read More…]
If you look at training courses offered by some of the larger companies, one of the most common courses you see is some sort of vehicle CQB class. I will be the first one to admit that I’ve taken some of these courses and they are typically higher-level shooting [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has released pre-cut, optics-ready slide kits for the XD series of handguns. This makes it a breeze to add a red dot sight to your gun, without having to ship it off to a machine shop. How does XD optics-ready slide kit hold up in practice? [Read More…]
One of the biggest pet peeves of mine when it comes to optics-equipped firearms is the sheer amount of different mounting footprint options on the market. Although it can be largely distilled down into maybe 4 or 5 different core patterns that all optics use, it’s [Read More…]
Kalashnikov USA and CMC Triggers have teamed up to introduce the new AK 2.0 Trigger which is presumably the new generation of CMC’s AK triggers. The AK 2.0 is a drop-in non-adjustable single-stage trigger that according to Kalashnikov USA, has been tested [Read More…]
Following up on the massive success they experienced with the release of their Limited Edition MultiCam Black gear, Safariland have opted to release a new set of limited edition hearing protection and holsters. The new Limited Edition Safariland MultiCam Tropic lineup [Read More…]
Throughout all the articles I’ve written on TFB, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve written about things you should carry on your person. What isn’t talked about are some of the things that shouldn’t be carried on you when carrying a [Read More…]
Palmetto State Armory continues to increase their AK accessory lineup under their Soviet Arms line of products with the new Soviet Arms Rail Mount for optics. Milled from billet 6061 aluminum and adjustable for not only different spec side rails, but the rail can also [Read More…]
Athlon Optics MIDAS CF40 tripod is built for heavy rifles and hard use. The largest member of the MIDAS lineup, the CF40 features 10-layer carbon fiber legs designed to support up to 88 pounds. As someone who enjoys heavy rifles and tripod shooting, I was keen to [Read More…]
Arcflash Labs have introduced the latest iteration of their Gauss Gun, the EMG-02. The full auto EMG-02 doubles the power output of the Arcflash Anvil introduced last year, capable of delivering 266 Joules of energy on target. The EMG-02 has an MSRP of $2,515.50 [Read More…]
Strike Industries continue expanding their line of firearm accessories featuring their patented Cable Management System (CMS). The company has just introduced the new LINK Angled HandStop, a rearward angled handstop/grip that like other CMS products will allow you to [Read More…]
JMac Customs 360 line of muzzle devices has been expanded with the addition of a new KeyMo/KeyMicro compatible muzzle brake. What sets this muzzle device apart from other members of the 360 family is that it is designed for AK rifles with 24×1.5 right-hand metric [Read More…]
Hello and welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 18. I’ve been having a lot of recent discussions with some gunsmiths including our very own Sam S. Like a lot of you out there, I have a litany of tools strewn about several different tool boxes, and it’s not only [Read More…]
When it comes to advancements in carry pistols, one of the most recent jumps in technology has to be the addition of small red dots. Whether it’s the classic Trijicon RMR or any of the other options to plunge into this market, there are a ton of different [Read More…]
Horus has expanded their optics lineup with a new spotting scope. Joining their rifle scope and wind meter is the HoVR 6.5-40×50 spotter. It has a Tremor 4 reticle in the first focal plane, and is one of the smallest spotters on the market. More Horus Optics on [Read More…]
A short while back I was challenged by fellow TFB Staff member James Reeves (you may have heard of him), to build an SPR as cheap as possible. Well, myself being an unapologetic “poor”, I, of course, took him up on the challenge and started the project [Read More…]
The SIG Sauer MCX Virtus has been an extremely configurable and popular 5.56 rifle that really scratches that itch for those who want something other than a standard AR-15. However, when it comes time to do maintenance on the Virtus, many users have complained that when [Read More…]
The latest iteration of the GrovTec Sabre sling is here. The new Gen 3 Sabre Tactical sling maintains a lightweight, minimalist profile, with the ability to quickly and easily change attachment methods. This can be useful for those who like to run one sling for most of [Read More…]
To those of you out there that want to either build one from scratch or managed to SOMEHOW shoot out the barrel of your Saiga 7.62×39, Kalashnikov USA has released an AK-103 Barrel Kit to suit your needs. KUSA is seemingly going all-in on their 7.62x39mm firearms [Read More…]
If you always wished you had more time to dedicate to dry firing for honing your trigger pulling skills and gaining trigger finger muscles, Strike Industries has got you covered! Meet the new Strike Clicker, a pocket training device for your index finger that imitates a [Read More…]
Tyrant Designs makes a whole cornucopia of firearm CNC upgrade parts. Tyrant Designs I.T.T.S Glock triggers are now available for Gen 3/4 and Gen 5 pistols. Tyrant Designs was nice enough to send in both and we tested them out. Let’s dive in. Tyrant CNC @ TFB: The [Read More…]
If you always thought that the Savior Equipment Ultimate Guitar Case is a perfect way of discreet transportation of shooting instruments but it’s just too large, Savior Equipment has a new solution for you. Enter the Fiddle Master Violin Case, a compact gun case [Read More…]
Continuing their crusade to bring fast, highly visible aiming solutions to daily concealed carriers, Viridian Weapon Tech has just announced the introduction of new Springfield Hellcat PRO E SERIES Green Laser sights. Viridian claims that the latest iteration of their E [Read More…]
Earlier this year TFB and TFBTV got an exclusive look at some of the great things that Black Collar Arms has been working on in the bolt-action pistol scene. While we were treated to a close look at some firearms, we also got a close look at their new Adjustable Pistol [Read More…]
The SA-35 handgun from Springfield Armory made waves late last year when it was officially unveiled to the public. Those who had been seeking a Hi-Power pistol were finally able to get their hands on something authentic to the original design, but with a few modernized [Read More…]
This past weekend, I had the opportunity to head back down to the Academy training center to take a pistol barricade course from legendary trainer Ric Sutton. After the first day of the course, we ended up all going out to the local Mexican restaurant to just have [Read More…]
LBT, aka London Bridge Trading Company, released a new courier bag and the first color is the not-quite-brown-not-quite-gray-but-just-quite-right MAS Gray. It’s $150. That’s a lot for a courier bag, but not a lot for one from an almost Gucci-tier soft good [Read More…]
When we plan a day at the range for leisure or competitive practice, we understandably are going to look like we are packing for a 3-day camping trip. You need to have your eye protection, hearing protection, firearms, ammunition, targets, and those are just the bare [Read More…]
Refined Savages is a new company (established in 2022) focused on designing and producing survival gear. One of their first products is the G-Spot Fire Starter Kit. Yes, you are on The Firearm Blog and no, it’s not a sex toy but a survival tool designed to be [Read More…]
An Argentinian company called CAT Aiming Devices has developed a magnetic mounting system that allows attaching reflex sights to pistols without a need for an optics-ready slide. This may sound like not quite a reliable solution, however, the system does not rely only [Read More…]