11 Not only have Vudoo Gun Works entered the centerfire precision rifle market with the brand new Morpheus but they also now offer a line of 1911 and 2011 pistols. The recently introduced Mobius 1911 line will soon be joined by the Priest 2011. It’s not often that [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at FN to talk about the new FN 545, the so-called highest capacity .45ACP pistol on the market. According to FN: Introducing the all-new FN 545 Tactical. Forged to defend your homefront with an unrivaled 18+1 capacity, red-dot-ready slide and a crisp [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Big & Small Derringers from Bond Arms](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0090-660x260.jpg)
Popping by the Bond Arms booth at SHOT Show is always a pleasure, the guys are always fun to chat with and they always have something new and unusual. By far the most eye-catching firearm at the Bond booth this year was their brand-new lever-action, but for more on that [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] XS Sights New RD3 2.0 & Sight Pusher](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0967-660x260.jpg)
If you’ve ever dreaded drifting out a front sight or scratched up your slide while swapping out your pistol’s sights then XS Sights have the tool for you. At SHOT Show 2023, they showed us their new in-line sight pusher models; a DIY version and one designed [Read More…]
Subscribe to TFBTV Show Time here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7okRio4_fUycHFNElhN4mQ?sub_confirmation=1 As usual, SHOT Show 2023 meant lots and lots of new guns, including a full house of pistols, revolvers, and derringers from new companies and old alike. The deck was stacked with strong [Read More…]
Rock Island Armory’s new 5.0 pistol is a new design and made in the US at their new factory in UT. The pistol has an ultra low bore axis and a square barrel surface for improved slide lockup. It’s also hammer fired, with a trigger feel more like a traditional metal framed single action [Read More…]
FN has introduced a 10mm – finally. This is the new FN 510 Tactical – according to FN: “The FN 510 Tactical carries an industry-first 22+1 rounds of 10mm Auto at the ready, giving you the stopping power you need to face any scenario. But holding all the power and capacity doesn’t [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with the man himself, Gordon Bond, about the newest derringers coming from Bond Arms in 2023. Check today’s video to see these new derringers, from a .22LR to a .45-70 (seriously). ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV [Read More…]
The 2011 market continues to grow with a number of manufacturers unveiling new models at SHOT Show 2023. Amongst them is a new series of pistols from Caracal USA. The Idaho based arm of Caracal has introduced a line of new 2011 pistols including a tricked out, dedicated [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is with James Williamson of Teufelshund Tactical to talk about the new, high performance Langdon Tactical edition of the H&K P30 pistol. While LTT is famous for their work on Beretta double action guns, LTT is now expanding to Heckler & Koch and the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @JamesReeves visits Rock Island Armory to see their new lineup for 2023, which includes the new LI380, a Bersa Thunder-like .380 carry pistol, as well as the new RIA 5.0. According to RIA about the $299 MSRP LI380: “The LI380 is an all Metal single stack 8rd Double [Read More…]
In this video from TFBTV’s SHOT Show coverage, @JamesReeves is visiting the guys from Laugo to talk about not on the future of the company and the past success of the Alien line of pistols, but also Laugo’s brand new variant of the Alien, the Creator. TFB and TFBTV’s coverage of SHOT [Read More…]
There have been more than a few attempts made to modernize the venerable 1911 over the years. While the inimitable John Moses Browning’s 111-year-old original design has a veritable host of fanatical adherents who display no compunction in declaring that the 1911 needs no updating as it is the [Read More…]
America is getting another hot Italian Import: the Beretta PMXs, a semiautomatic version of their 9x19mm PMX submachinegun. Though TFBTV’s James Reeves covered this development in May of 2022, Beretta brought this gun to SHOT 2023, bringing this development one [Read More…]
New this year from RIA USA is an American designed, American-made pistol with a lot of unique features: The 5.0 Pistol in 9x19mm. We got a chance to shoot this smooth operator at SHOT 2023 Industry Day at the Range. Let’s take a closer look: [SHOT 2023] [Read More…]
Foxtrot Mike Products have a few new models of their FM-15 on display at SHOT Show. All models were the new and improved Gen 2 versions. [SHOT 2023] NEW Foxtrot Mike Products FM-15 Models FM Products is now offering more choices for furniture. Magpul’s [Read More…]
New for 2023 from Palmetto State Armory are AKS-74U (a.k.a. Krinkov) style pistols. PSA brought to SHOT Show 2023 the versions of their new Krinkovs chambered in 5.45x39mm and 5.56x45mm, which will be the first to hit the shelves, however, they will also be offering [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Suppressors, Firearms, and Imported SVDs from B&T](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_075324-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, B&T unveiled all-new suppressors, firearms, and imported SVD rifles. A whole host of different rifles, pistols, and machine guns were on display showcasing these new products. I had a chance to sit down with B&T and talk about what’s [Read More…]
Unveiled for the first time at SHOT Show 2023, Taurus is expanding their TORO (Taurus Optics Ready Option) lineup to include the 856 and 605 revolver. Taurus is also adding new revolver models to their Executive Grade lineup with the new Executive Grade Judge making its debut at this year’s [Read More…]
Kimber are hosting the Boot Campaign, which focuses on the wellbeing of US military veterans. To raise money for the nonprofit charity Kimber, as they have in previous years, has introduced a pair of ‘Hero Custom’ firearms. A Hero Custom 1911, a Hero Custom [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Anderson Manufacturing Kiger 9mm Pistol And Cerbat Bolt Action Rifle](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_101302-660x260.jpg)
Anderson Manufacturing is a major producer of AR-15 parts and guns, but they had other things on display at SHOT Show as well. [SHOT 2023] Anderson Manufacturing Kiger 9mm Pistol And Cerbat Bolt Action Rifle First up is the Kiger 9C 9mm pistol. It is compatible with all [Read More…]
TFB and TFBTV’s coverage of SHOT Show 2023 is proudly sponsored by 5.11 Tactical. Click below to check out their new products: http://bit.ly/3w8Z8Pe In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is visiting with Phil Strader of Sig Sauer to talk about the newest variant of the SIG P365 Macro. A 17 round [Read More…]
New for 2023, Taurus has added a compact variant to the TX22 lineup. The TX22 Compact has a standard capacity of 13 rounds and can directly mount an optic using the Holosun K footprint. It can also accept magazines from the full size TX22 and Competition, and retains the threaded barrel adapter for [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Hush Puppy Project and Super Vel Ammo](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_154300-660x260.jpg)
TFB has covered both the Hush Puppy Project and Super Vel ammo in previous SHOT Show posts and reviews. After a recent period of absence, they are back on the scene and were once again showing off their wares at SHOT 2023. [SHOT 2023] Hush Puppy Project and Super Vel [Read More…]
This year at Shot Show Industry Day at the Range, Savage brought their new 1911 pistols in 3 different trims both with and without rails, and with Black Nitride, Stainless and two-tone schemes. Savage Also brought out their new A22 takedown and their carbon barreled [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews Dave of Hi-Point (AGAIN) to discuss the current status of the Hi-Point YC- a.k.a. the Yeet Cannon. Will it ever happen? Dave gives us the current status. TFB and TFBTV’s coverage of SHOT Show 2023 is proudly sponsored by 5.11 Tactical. Click below [Read More…]
Just before SHOT Show began FN America announced the expansion of their 5XX series with two new calibers 10mm and .45 ACP. On the first day of the Show we headed to FN to take a look at the new pistols. Both pistols are suppressor ready with 4.71-inch recessed [Read More…]
As previously reported on TFB, new this year from Glock will be a Davidson’s dealer exclusive Gunsite G45. Designed as a collaboration between Glock, Gunsite and Holosun, the Gunsite G45 was designed to be a robust fighting pistol in the vein of what Col. Jeff [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_141318-660x260.jpg)
Smith & Wesson chose SHOT Show 2023 to unveil their new M&P 5.7 pistol. This feature-packed pistol sports a factory-threaded barrel and magazines that carry a whopping 22 rounds. I had a chance to look over the M&P 5.7 on the show floor today and [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Shadow Systems CR920P, DR920L, And Compensator](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_102421-660x260.jpg)
Shadow Systems showed off a few new models of 9mm pistols at Industry Day at the Range 2023. Their pistols share quite a bit of DNA with Glocks, but add features more often associated with custom modifications. [SHOT 2023] New Shadow Systems Pistols The new [Read More…]