Those who are in the market for a new rail system most likely debate whether to go with a Key-Mod rail or M-Lok system. With the new Strike Industries “Link” rail sections it doesn’t matter what you choose! This new product fits both rail types. Heck [Read More…]
KAK Industries recently released their new AR-15 buffer tube adapter for the Sig Sauer MPX pistols. Their new adapter allows you to mount any AR-15 buffer tube to your MPX pistol, you can go with a pistol specific buffer tube and fit a Sig brace or one of those fancy [Read More…]
Are you someone who appreciates the classic lines of the 1911 platform, but wants a cartridge with a little more punch than a .45 ACP, or even a .38 Super? A recent photo by Oleg Volk has the answer: Adding to the slick, classic John Browning design, the beautiful [Read More…]
SIG Sauer is determined to market the best suppressors money can buy. You may say well that sure is a confident statement. I guess it is but when the team leader, Kevin Brittingham, the former owner of AAC is running the show you can afford to be confident in your team. [Read More…]
Handheld fully automatic weapons require skill and strength to use effectively. Although a skilled and strong shooter can control even legendarily “uncontrollable” weapons like the AR-10 safely, many less-experienced smaller shooters, such as kids, have [Read More…]
In the last several weeks there has been a lot of talk about Wal-Mart and rampant speculation about the giant retailer discontinuing or continuing to sell AR15s and other tactical type guns. Steve and I talked about the situation and felt we needed to find out one way [Read More…]
Beretta has a new hunting jacket made of some interesting materials. Experience total freedom of movement even in the most hostile environment, unaffected by climate, harsh vegetation or body constraining gear. The B-Active kinetic structure, with preformed sleeves and [Read More…]
A few days ago you guys took a look at Iraqveteran8888’s video showing AR550 up against 12-gauge rounds, and a repeated comment was the desire for bigger, badder rounds. Well, ask and ye shall receive – sort of. Although it isn’t the .45-70 one reader [Read More…]
One of the more interesting developments in the ammunition world from the past few years has been the growing interest in Russia for the 6.5 Grendel cartridge. Kalashnikov Concern’s new AK-12 rifle is rumored to have a 6.5mm variant, and the CIP standardized a [Read More…]
The Taiwanese small arms industry has been showing off its most recent developments at press events and expos recently, including the new XT104 9mm submachine gun. From Two Birds Flying: The state-owned 205th Arsenal of the Material Production Centre (MPC) unveiled its [Read More…]
At first I was like “Huh? Wha?”. And then I was like “Ahhhh!”. It is not really a huge, massive innovation, but I think the utility level is pretty high, and should definitely solve a pain point for some users. Designed to replace the cap [Read More…]
Fobus has a new offering: the GL43ND Evolution polymer holster. It is available in paddle, belt and ankle models for both right and left-handed users. The Fobus Evolution Series holsters, now available for the popular GLOCK G43, offer passive retention with an [Read More…]
SilencerCo is promoting a discount program for those that have served. SilencerCo’s SPEQ program is our way of saying thanks to our men and women in uniform. Short for Service Proven Equipment, the SPEQ program offers a substantial discount on SilencerCo products to [Read More…]
I actually never knew this was a “thing”… I am definitely intrigued. African Sporting Creations is the only company that manufactures wood and carbon fiber monopods, bipods and tripod shooting sticks in the USA backed up by an unconditional lifetime [Read More…]
Last week I posted the initial information on Springfield Armory’s 3rd iteration of the “Duel” product giveaway. The prizes involved will total $132,000! Original TFB Post Today I received the newest press release which list all of the companies who [Read More…]
Gun writer Ronaldo Olive sends along these photos of an ammunition cache sunk in the waters of Paranoá Lake in Brasília. Ronaldo writes: Guess what, my friends! Some people fishing in the Paranoá Lake, in Brasília, last week started catching, probably in their [Read More…]
Royal Armouries’ Trevor Weston recently sent me an email with some details relayed to him about a little-known Italian rifle from the 1950s, the Breda Model 39. This firearm was apparently intended to compete with what would become the BM59, among other weapons [Read More…]
Everyone likes free stuff, right? Wilson Combat & Vanquest partnered to create the ULTIMATE 27-liter bug-out / survival backpack, the Wilson Combat Falconer. To thank supporters like YOU, we’ve created an awesome gear package for one lucky winner. LIKE, SHARE [Read More…]
The “Quicky” is a new magnetic tactical belt seeking crowdfunding on Kickstarter by inventor Machael Sargent. In short, its fully adjustable belt that uses a magnet to keep the main clasp together and so long as you don’t suck in your gut too much, it [Read More…]
When you’re shooting at close ranges, ricochet is always one of the top concerns. It doesn’t matter if you’re running a 3-gun course or training for CQB, the problem is the same, and now there’s going to be a target designed specifically for [Read More…]
Newtown Firearms announced the company is now selling a drop in replacement for the direct impingement AR-15 bolt carrier group. The NFM Elite Bolt Carrier Group is fluted and comes in one of two different finishes. Exterior fluting is said to reduce the weight of the [Read More…]
A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to find a Cimarron 1873 Peacemaker at my local gun shop. As usual when I find a nice 1873 clone it is hard to pass up. This particular model is called the “Evil Roy”. For those not familiar with Evil Roy he’s THE [Read More…]
Arsenal, Inc. out of Las Vegas, Nevada recently announced their best selling rifle the SLR-107FR is available again in a few different configurations. They’re made in the USA out of a Bulgarian 1mm stamped receiver and feature a cold hammer forged chrome lined [Read More…]
Magpul showed off their Hunter X-22 stock for the Ruger 10/22 earlier this year, well now they’re finally available. The Hunter X-22 is made in the USA and retails for $139.95, currently it’s only available in black or Flat Dark Earth. It’s made out of [Read More…]
It’s a match made in duck-hunting heaven: JEBS Precision Choke Tubes and Duck Commander are teaming up, just in time for the coming season. If you want to give your hunting an edge this year, you might consider a new choke, and JEBS chokes are considered leaders [Read More…]
After our respective first forays into the Firearms Radio Network, Daniel Watters and I both were asked to return to the program for a Handgun Radio segment. Our topic for this week was machine pistols, their history, their relationship with PDWs, and the possibilities [Read More…]
While not capturing every uniform that the United States has fielded, Business Insider has an excellent video showcasing the major uniforms of the US Army in less than two minutes. Its a fascinating watch, especially for gear-do’s like myself. In that respect, its [Read More…]
Comp-Tac introduced a new holster called the Cavalry. The rig is an inside the waistband holster that uses a hybrid design. Unlike some of the other hybrid rigs on the market, this holster is specifically designed for subcompact pistols. According to Comp-Tac, the [Read More…]
Last Sunday, an article was posted about Scottish shoppers reacting poorly to an armed police officer shopping in a super market. Photos were posted of the police officer as he was shopping for lunch in a Tesco market in Redding, Scotland. Which is near Falkirk, about [Read More…]
About a month and a half ago, Ryan Michad of the Firearms Radio Network reached out to ask me to do a segment for the Gun Guy Radio show. He wanted to tackle the subject of the selfloading rifle trials that led to the US adoption of the first standard-issue [Read More…]