One of the most commonly asked questions from people is how do they become a better shooter. Whether that’s starting off as a brand new shooter or working on shooting more accurately faster, there’s always room for improvement. Plenty of people think [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Chiappa Firearms Releases New 9mm and .45 ACP 1911 Models - Superior Black Model (TFBTV)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Chiappa_1911_05-660x260.jpg)
Chiappa Firearms from Italy showed at IWA 2022 a new line of Italian-made, full-size 1911 models. These will soon be available in 2 finishes and 3 levels, for a total of five different configurations. More Chiappa Firearms @ TFB: TFB Armorer’s Bench: Chiappa [Read More…]
In the world of small carry guns, there are a few firearms that really are starting to shine. The Glock 43x, the Springfield Hellcat and the P365 series from SIG Sauer. The SIGs are a bit special since you can easily swap frame sizes and create a truly modular system. [Read More…]
When it comes to custom work, few places carry the same reputation and quality of service as Langdon Tactical. Langdon Tactical Technologies used to mostly focus on Beretta pistols and a handful of other highly focused pistol lines but now they are offering their custom [Read More…]
Late last year, Vytal Manufacturing introduced Beskar grips for the CZ75 (and variants), that resemble Mandalorian Beskar armor as seen in season one of the Mandalorian Star Wars show. For anyone that hasn’t seen The Mandalorian, the bounty hunter, Din Djarin, is [Read More…]
Revo Arms, from Italy, is a new player in the firearm manufacturing world, and in IWA they debuted their first product: the IS-9 striker-fired pistol. The polymer-framed handgun offers a good deal of desirable features and it follows the European trend of targeting a [Read More…]
How about some slides cut for optics, slide serrations and flat triggers? Smith & Wesson got you covered with some of the additions to their M&P M2.0 series pistols. Perhaps it’s time to call it 2.1? Ready to go? EDC with the M&P 2.0, tanto knife and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting with IWI to talk about the IWI Jericho II, IWI’s update to its legendary Israeli classic service pistol. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and consider [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 speaking with STP or Sport Target Pistols, German makers of high-end 1911s and 2011s for recreational and tournament shooters alike. They are pricey, but they are also of top-shelf build quality and handsome to boot. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS [Read More…]
A particularly innovative product at the Shot Show this year was the Holosun SCS, a solar-charging system for its red dot sights. With its ability to use sunlight to power the device and charge its battery, it has the potential to be a perpetually powered optic. No [Read More…]
Volker Precision recently announced that they’ve been working on a project to manufacture Beretta 92 slides that are “optics ready,” and allow for the lowest possible mounting platform for micro red dot optics. Volker Precision has already been [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 with the creator of the Revo Arms IS-9, the lowest bore axis pistol that still uses a conventional Browning short barrel recoil system. This Italian pistol will be a polymer-framed striker-fired handgun that will also use a serialized fire [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 133rd 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…]
TFB and TFBTV are on the showroom floor this year for IWA (Internationale Waffen Ausstellung) to check out all the newest gear at one of the world’s largest weapon expos. BUL Armory is an Israeli-based firearms manufacturing company largely focusing on high-end [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Is the Norlite USK-G Glock Carbine Chassis Coming to the USA?](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-1-660x260.jpg)
IWA is always an interesting weapons expo to keep your eye on partially because of the vastly different firearms laws that European firearms manufacturers have to adhere to. One example of this is that under most European countries’ laws, certain parts and [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] The New Polymer Framed FK BRNO PSD Compact](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-660x260.jpg)
The FK Brno shook the firearms world with the release of their new pistols chambered in 7.5mm FK – the latest and greatest in “hand cannon” ammunition. FK Brno came out to IWA 2022 to exhibit their latest version of the PSD with the all-new FK Brno PSD [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA to see the new 2011-style pistols from Bul Armory. This year, Bul has introduced a new model the Bul TAC series, in a number of configurations. Bul also has an updated version of the SAS II Ultralight coming to market, with a number of improved [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Tanfoglio's Brand New Stock III Pro Competition Handgun](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00005-660x260.jpg)
Tanfoglio came out ready to showcase their latest and greatest at IWA 2022 and TFBTV Producer James Reeves was able to get a great interview with Mr. Tanfoglio himself to talk about the new Stock III Pro handgun. Tanfoglio’s main focus as of late has been to cater [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Mr. Tanfoglio himself about the company’s brand new Stock III Pro pistol. Hear from the owner of the company himself about what makes this CZ-75 type pistol a tournament-ready racegun. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop talks about the two newest models in the Taurus G3 series: the G3X and the G3XL. Both pistols omit the manual safety lever, which is a welcome change. The G3X has a short barrel and a full-length grip frame, whereas the G3XL is the other way around. Which do […] [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the HS Produkt booth at IWA to discuss the NEW Springfield Hellcat Pro, also known as the HS Produkt H11 Pro. This new version of the Hellcat holds 15+1 rounds in a flush-fit magazine and is just an inch thick. Check out this interview with HS […] [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting FK BRNO to see their newest pistol, the FK BRNO PSD-C. The PSD-C is the compact version of the powerful FK BRNO PSD, which was itself a polymer-framed version of the groundbreaking FK BRNO Field Pistol. This pistol is chambered in either [Read More…]
If you like to keep close tabs on aftermarket Glock accessories you will know that last year Tyrant Designs stated that they would be coming out with their own two-piece set of 7075 aluminum Glock compatible sights. Tyrant Designs recently published new images and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 to visit manufacturers and preview their new products. Bul Armory – a well-known 1911 manufacturer – is now producing a striker-fired polymer-framed “Glock type” pistol with much Glock part compatibility: The Axe series. [Read More…]
Aluminum grip modules that replace the stock polymer grip modules of many striker-fired pistols are becoming increasingly popular. SIG Sauer and Icarus Precision have come together to give users a factory aluminum-framed option for both the SIG P320 and the P365 [Read More…]
I remember when the goal of all new cellphones was to be as compact as possible, even if that meant the buttons were almost impossible to use. Since then, there has been a trend of phones getting bigger, as people are seeing the benefit of choosing added capability [Read More…]
Big is back. Shooters have been shying away from small guns and opting for compact but capable micro-compacts. Springfield Armory’s entrance into the micro-compact market was a huge success with the introduction of the Hellcat. With that success comes more [Read More…]
The concealed carry handgun world has seen a lot of change over the last dozen years or so with new configurations, capacities, and features hitting the market what seems like almost every 3 months or so. The design group over at Taurus hasn’t been slacking on [Read More…]
The world of carry guns has changed wildly in the last 20 years and it’s always interesting to look at where we started and how far we came in the last two decades. There were a number of good carry guns like the HK USP and Glock 19 and although there were a few [Read More…]
Wilson Combat is well known for its customized 1911s, Remington shotguns, and custom-carry handguns. A short while ago they released their SFX9 solid frame carry guns to the market. The handguns offered a solid aluminum frame, double-stack 9mm magazines, and 3 or 4 inch [Read More…]
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