When it comes to revolvers, Smith & Wesson is one of the names associated with quality revolvers but as semi-autos are taking over more and more of the market, I have a few of their various revolver models, but never dove into any of the 686 variants and decided to [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we discussed the importance of training with your carry gun every day. If you happened to miss that article be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to talk about another [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is in Austria with the Black Trident company looking at rare European concealed carry pistols, and the Lignose “Einhand” (one-hand) pistol catches his eye. The Lignose Einhand is a pocket pistol designed by Louis Schmeisser, known for its one-handed [Read More…]
The journey forges on! For this week on Wheelgun Wednesday, we are attacking another revolver out of the Professional Series. We are going on Week #4 of our side quest which logically brings us to the Charter Arms Professional IV in .32 H&R Magnum. This Professional [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 230th 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 [Read More…]
At the IWA 2024, a European company based in the Czech Republic, Archon Firearms showcased the new version of their handgun – Archon A. Previously, I wrote about the fascinating history of this pistol which started with STRIKE One and continued with Archon B, a [Read More…]
Welcome back to TFB’s Rimfire Report, where we cover all things relating to rimfire cartridges. This week, we’ll take a jump back to the time when Beretta decided to create a pistol with a frame-mounted safety. All joking aside though, we’ll take a look at the [Read More…]
James Reeves is at CZ headquarters in the Czech Republic to unlock the secrets of the CZ P-10 series with an exclusive deep-dive video, featuring a one-on-one interview with a key CZ project manager who played a pivotal role in the development of the CZ P-10 pistols. Get an insider’s [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about small semi-auto pistols versus revolvers and the benefits of both systems. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to check it out by clicking the link here. This week, I want to [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has announced that they will now be offering their Emissary 1911 in an All-Black variant for those who want to invigorate those Dark Knight or Punisher vibes. These All-Black Emissary 1911s still carry a forged steel frame and slide with now a black [Read More…]
We are back at it again in this week’s edition of Wheelgun Wednesday cruising our way through the Charter Arms “Professional Series” of revolvers. If you haven’t heard of them, it is almost an insider, industry secret that this small collective [Read More…]
I have been getting into competition shooting over the last couple of years, but only rifle matches. That changed recently with a local pistol match. I shot a Civilian Marksmanship Program Excellence in Competition (EIC) match with both a service pistol and .22 rimfire. [Read More…]
The just-launched Del-Ton DT20 packs a 12+1 magazine into a tiny micro-compact frame thanks to a tricky new trigger design.
SK Customs has announced the third edition of their “Untamed” handgun series with the Luchando Tigre being debuted via the Colt 1911 platform. A pistol that looks befitting of the social media phenomenon Tiger King (of Netflix fame), this handgun is [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day and let’s take a look at the Glock 43X and the Sig ROMEO Zero Elite in a marriage through Reptilia Corp‘s G-Plate. My history with my Glock 43 didn’t last too long. For sure it’s very compact, but I live in a country where [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all bout the rimfire firearm world and all of its different guns, ammunition types, shooting sports, and history. SIG Sauer has recently released a new iteration of their [Read More…]
In this comprehensive review, James Reeves delves into the details of the Beretta 30X Tomcat, a modern .32 ACP iteration of the classic pocket pistol that has captivated shooters for years. Join us as we explore the nuances that set the 30X apart from its predecessor, the Beretta 3032 Tomcat, and [Read More…]
The EG-19 is TYPE-A’s take on a modified Glock 19. It comes with a number of upgrades over a standard Glock 19 that certainly improve the overall shooting experience and feel of the pistol in my opinion. Back in December I first got my hands on the TYPE-A EG-19 [Read More…]
Welcome back to Part II of the Beretta 80x review. In Part I, we took a look at the design and features of the gun. This part of the review will focus on shooting and carrying it, which I did a lot over the last few months. Let’s get into it. Beretta @ TFB: [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about some carry tips that make a big difference to carry comfort. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I recently picked up [Read More…]
Tanfoglio has a new 10mm version of the Defiant Gold Match OR (Optics Ready) pistol. It has a 13+1 capacity and a six-inch bull barrel. Let’s take a look at the other features. 10mm @ TFB: New 10mm Grand Power Stribog Carbines A Monster Doublestack 10mm 2011: EAA [Read More…]
Back in December I first got my hands on the TYPE-A EG-19 pistol and was pretty enthralled with it. I still like this pistol overall but in the course of the past few months, a few blemishes have formed that make this pistol not as attractive to me. The EG-19 is [Read More…]
Last week on Wheelgun Wednesday, we ventured down the rabbit hole that is the Charter Arms Professional series of revolvers. This is a 6 gun grouping of revolvers that receives an extra special touch of attention and care from Charter Arms. While they carry the moniker [Read More…]
With arm braces once again on the menu thanks to a court injunction, SB Tactical has released a new model. The SBA5 is adjustable through five positions and will fit most common large-format pistols. Let’s see how it compares to its predecessors. Stabilizing [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 229th 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 [Read More…]
The Beretta 80x was a major surprise when it was announced at SHOT Show 2023. The Cheetah line was pretty popular a few decades ago, but it seemed that the days of bigger-than-mouse-gun .380 ACP pistols were gone. So how does the 80x stack up? Is there a place for a [Read More…]
Strike Industries has started to delve into producing its own magazines for popular platforms like the AR-15. Now they’re getting into handguns with their first-ever polymer G19 Strike Mag. Featuring a standard capacity of 15 rounds, the Strike mag is compatible [Read More…]
James Reeves is at IWA 2024 to visit M-Arms. Known for their KRATOS 1911, at IWA, they release the AION. The AION is a significant innovation in the 1911 pistol category, offering numerous groundbreaking features taken from the KRATOS such as high-quality tool steel construction, precise [Read More…]
James Reeves is at IWA 2024 talking to Tanfoglio about their best competition pistol, the Tanfoglio Stock Master Xtreme. The Tanfoglio Stock Master Xtreme is a high-end competition pistol that comes with 4 magazines, a mag loader, interchangeable recoil springs, a full cleaning kit, and TCU Ceraflon [Read More…]
At IWA 2024, James Reeves meets with a Girsan representative to discuss the Girsan Regard, also known in the US as the EAA Regard. Celebrating 30 years of production, these Beretta 92 clones stand out with new, eye-catching colors like white and gold. Known for their excellent value, the Girsan [Read More…]
Your Privacy Choices