Today at The Firearm Blog we have exclusive AK-related information for you. Brandon Herrera, also known as The AK Guy, informed us about the release of his first production model AK called AKG-47. Brandon has earlier launched a limited edition commemorative rifle that [Read More…]
Hello fellow shooters and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, where we broadcast our quiet goodness around the world, even to California and New York. Today we finally take a look at a classic suppressor that is one of my personal favorites: the Allen Engineering [Read More…]
We recently received Beretta’s newest additions to the APX line, the “Centurion” and the “Compact”. While they share characteristics of the original full-sized model, the Centurion and the Compact are both smaller additions to the series. [Read More…]
The Browning Automatic Rifle is well known for its use in WWII. It was chambered in .30-06 and is full auto. Well did you know Fabrique Nationale made a revised version called the FN-D or FN Model D. Two years ago Scott Howard aka Machinegun Dad, let me use his FN Model [Read More…]
Just so we are clear, I have not actually seen Mile 22, but I am a sucker for a flashy preview that features guns, explosions, dramatic pauses a lots of ballistic nylon. Story aside, the prop armorers behind the movie seem to have their sh*t together, displaying a wide [Read More…]
At the International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO18 exposition in Kielce, Poland, WITU, Poland’s Institute of Armament Technology has unveiled a brand new 9x19mm service pistol, the PW-INKA. The pistol had reportedly been developed by WITU in conjunction [Read More…]
Did you ever think to yourself, I wish I could get my hands on a $2800.00 Vortex scope without having to purchase it, so I can see the difference between that and my current optic? Well, now you can with Vulcan Circle. Vulcan Circle – Optics For Rent This type [Read More…]
Good afternoon readers and welcome to the first installment of TFB’s Concealed Carry Corner where we will take a look at anything and everything about the carrying of concealed firearms. Whereas this week we focus on the pros and cons of using ankle holsters, next [Read More…]
There have been some significant changes to the British Army’s small arms load out in recent months with the announcement that the long mooted removal of the FN Minimi, 60mm Mortar and L86 Light Support Weapon from service was official. The British Army is now [Read More…]
A UK gang that supplied criminals with illegally converted replica firearms has been jailed. The gang converted blank firing replicas, selling them on to local gangs. The gang of three were sentenced to a combined 52 years behind bars on 5th September. The gang, led by [Read More…]
Most of you probably have a spare AR-15 pistol grip lying around, don’t you? If you have been into firearms long enough then you should have at least an A2 grip somewhere in your parts bin which you probably won’t ever use on any of your firearms. Wojtek [Read More…]
LaRue Tactical has introduced a new quick detach scope mount called C.A.N. (Click Adjust Nut) QD SPR Mount. The main difference of this mount compared to other LaRue mounts is the new toolless adjustment mechanism. Unlike the previous models which required a use of a [Read More…]
You can now order a surplus 1911 from the Civilian Marksmanship Program as the first batch of iconic pistols becomes available. Way back in November 2017, we reported that the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) would be receiving up to 10,000 surplus 1911A1 pistols. [Read More…]
Anderson Manufacturing has introduced a new red dot sight called Advanced Micro Dot. Actually, the complete model designation of this product is “Anderson Manufacturing Advanced Micro Dot With Removable Base and Rotary Knob” which is abbreviated [Read More…]
To me, the H&K G3 20 round straight magazine is one of the sexiest ammunition feeding devices on the planet. I mean, peel back that brown anti-corrosion wrapping paper, wipe it down with a fine terry cloth sprayed with a hint of Hoppe’s, dress it up with some [Read More…]
French Small Arms manufacturer Verney-Carron Defense are in search of industry partners to ensure their entry into the French Army’s upcoming precision semi automatic rifle trials. Back in July, we reported that Verney-Carron, one of France’s premier sporting [Read More…]
Photographs have emerged of a captured Islamic State weapons cache which has an impressive range of firearms. The stockpile of weapons and explosive materials was captured by a rival Syrian group HTS. The cache included a wide variety of pistols, submachine guns, rifle [Read More…]
A Czech lorry/truck driver has been arrested by British police for attempting to smuggle a cache of illegal semi-automatic pistols into the UK from Europe. The suspect was arrested by UK Border Force officers in Killingholme, in Lincolnshire. David Abeles, a [Read More…]
Perhaps the most common host firearms for .460 Rowland cartridge conversions are the 1911s and Glocks. However, 460 Rowland LLC constantly expands their line of conversions, introducing the .460 Rowland cartridge to more weapon systems originally chambered in .45 ACP. [Read More…]
During the International Military-Technical Forum ARMY-2018, Russian TsKIB SOO of Tula has introduced two new civilian firearms that are based on the company’s military products. The two guns are the civilian versions of the PP-2000 SMG and the OSV-96 .50 caliber [Read More…]
These days everyone is adding the lightest most tactical handguards to their rifles. People are debating MLOK vs Keymod, what’s the best weapons light to mount to their AK-47 handguard, what’s the best new tacticool do-dad, etc. All the while some dude on [Read More…]
Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/precision-gun-works-12-gauge-flechette-ammo-5-rounds/ We shoot Precision Gun Works 12 Gauge Flechette Ammo ammunition from a Mossberg 500A with a 18″ barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure penetration and then test it [Read More…]
Spike’s has done it again. Blowing our minds with this video clip they just posted. Due to the complexity of the physics of moving water when shooting under water most firearms only fire one round. Spike’s fired a 9mm underwater machine gun successfully in [Read More…]
A US Navy destroyer, the USS Jason Dunham, intercepted a skiff in the Gulf of Aden and discovered over 1,000 AK-pattern rifles. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer dispatched search teams to a ‘stateless skiff’ in international waters on 28th August. A US [Read More…]
Briley Manufacturing has introduced a new aluminum handguard for Benelli M2 semi-auto shotguns. This product is primarily marketed as a 3 Gun competition accessory. It is lightweight and has a number of M-LOK slots on multiple positions which should allow mounting the [Read More…]
Today we salute the unofficial end of summer in the northern hemisphere, swapping lemonade and hotdogs for pumpkin spice lattes and scones. In the firearm world, the changing of the seasons can mean a change in the way we carry our concealed weapons. The shorts that [Read More…]
Good afternoon everyone and welcome to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, where even the best ear plugs are left at home. Today we finally finish metering the latest OSS Suppressors Helix models on a small variety of hosts. As you may remember from our conversation a few weeks [Read More…]
A few weeks ago we wrote about the new high-end Terrapin X Laser Range Finder, and promised a review of Vectronix’s New Terrapin X laser Rangefinder. Thanks to Finnaccuracy we are allowed to share this Terrapin X performance test. You can find the original test in [Read More…]
If you are looking for a less tactical and less “mil-spec look” for your hunting rifle Spuhr now has a hunting line for the Tikka. Another benefit is that less of your beloved pennies and dollars have to leave your wallet, and you get a slimmer mount that [Read More…]