New this week in the custom handgun world, the Nighthawk Custom Colt Series 70 1911 Pistol has just been announced as available for purchase. Featuring several upgrades to the classic handgun, Nighthawk boasts improved functionality and aesthetic features with the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves takes a look at the new S&W M&P 2.0 Subcompact, which is the smallest doublestack of the M&P line of pistols, and it now features the full suite of S&W M&P 2.0 upgrades including the upgraded trigger, grip texture, and slide work. James [Read More…]
Since the introduction of the 509, FN America have steadily expanded the line with midsize and optics ready options. The 509 line has no expanded to include a Compact MRD Optics-Ready variant, the pistol has a 3.7-inch barrel and a compact slide. The 509 Compact will [Read More…]
Surplus M17 pistols? Already? You’re probably thinking ‘but they’ve only just adopted the Modular Handgun System.’ You’re right but the reason these M17s are now available as surplus is because the US Army has decided to transition away [Read More…]
It’s been a hot minute since Taurus had a full-size striker-fired pistol in their lineup, but the G3 is finally here! In this episode of TFB TV, Hop shoots the Taurus G3 to see how it compares to Taurus’ own TH9, and to find out if it can punch above its price bracket. Taurus G3 [Read More…]
Outlaw Ordnance and the Kahr Firearms Group have teamed up to bring the firearm industry some pretty gnarly custom pistols in the last couple of years, and they are at it again. Magnum Research has dropped their 2nd “Warrior Traditions” pistol with the [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 36th edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many excellent series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, where have you been? This is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are actually for sale and ask the [Read More…]
Shadow Systems developed a pistol that has impressed what was a rather…..skeptical eye. The Shadow Systems MR918 has been a fun review, a review that reminded me of the challenge of remaining subjective. I took this review and started my research before the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves brings you a FULL REVIEW of the NEW Glock 44 direct from the Glock Factory in Deutsch-Wagram, Austria. Here’s the complete rundown and range session. Read more at: https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2019/12/16/glock-44/ See also this FAQ shamelessly [Read More…]
XS Sights is well known for making pistol, shotgun and rifle sights, as well as mounts for optics and backup sights. Their latest set of pistol sights, the RadioActive Material, or RAM Night Sights, focuses on providing a sight set designed to work both day and [Read More…]
If you’ve been overcome with the desire to purchase one of Zev Technologies’ new O.Z9 modular handguns, you’ve got a golden opportunity here. The Zev Technologies Trade In Program allows current Gen 3, 4 and 5 unmodified Glock handguns to be traded in [Read More…]
Wilson Combat has released a new series of 1911 pistols called EXPERIOR. As the company describes, “the EXPERIOR lineup takes the lead as the most fully-optioned series we offer, showcasing nearly every tactical, functional and cosmetic option as a standard [Read More…]
Ruger has filed for a patent on their popular .22 LR pistol that would strongly suggest that they’re currently working on an integrally suppressed Ruger 22/45. Judging by the patent photos, it appears that this adaptation may be released as a host 22/45 pistol that is [Read More…]
When we talk about upgrading our carry guns, there’s always the debate of swapping out various parts and carrying it daily on your person. Whether it’s a new set of sights, new barrel, magazine release, or aftermarket trigger, there will always be benefits [Read More…]
In the last couple of weeks TFB was able to get an exclusive look at Smith & Wesson’s latest offering to the concealed carry market: The Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield EZ. This new offering from Smith & Wesson seeks to upgrade the firepower of the [Read More…]
M&P 2.0 Subcompact The 2nd generation of the classic M&P series has finally made its way to the compact-sized pistol category. Although the general look and performance largely remain the same, Smith & Wesson has added a couple of new features to keep the [Read More…]
Rimfire is life – a recurring mantra on The Firearm Blog. And when an apex predator firearms manufacturer with a deep portfolio of world class defensive pistols changes course to focus on the .22LR cartridge, our beliefs become even more solidified. Today we get [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves brings you a teaser of the NEW Glock 44 before he visits the Glock Factory in Vienna to get the complete rundown and range session. Shamelessly lifted from TFB Editor Pete’s article on the G44 @ https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2019/12/10/glock-g44/ [Read More…]
My SIG Sauer P320 X-Five has been my main range handgun for about a year now. I’ve grown very fond of the striker-fired handgun but always wanted to try and bring it to the next level. I installed a Gray Guns adjustable flat trigger in my P226 Elite and it [Read More…]
There is no question that Hi-Point firearms have made a name for themselves by providing law-abiding citizens with affordable and functional firearms. With an average out the door price of about $150, the pistol can provide those in dire need of a self-defense weapon [Read More…]
This month’s edition of Pawn Shop Finds is by far one of the worst and most interesting pawn shop finds I have found yet. Last week, I was up in the bad part of town in Muskegon Heights which is not known for being the nicest part of West Michigan. I came across a [Read More…]
Time has flown by and we are starting another winter cycle. Depending on how you feel about colder weather, you’re either excited to carry a larger firearm or you’re trying to figure out how to conceal carry with the extra layers. Now some people will be [Read More…]
The Walther PP is one of those guns that many people today look at like its not impressive, but this little gun has quite the history both in gun world and in my personal life. The Walther PP is a small simplistic handgun that’s influenced quite a few pistols [Read More…]
The Star Wars saga and its characters have entertained and inspired several generations of people, firearms enthusiasts among them. Episodes IV, V and VI (as well as sequel episodes) had easily recognizable surplus firearms, despite the addition of extra parts [Read More…]
Last year SIG Sauer introduced the commercial version of their M17, the US military’s new service pistol – the Modular Handgun System. Now SIG Sauer have announced the introduction of the P320-M18, the civilian variant of the compact M18 which is the US [Read More…]
On Thursday night, 7 November 2019 a little after 11 p.m., at the Motel 6 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Greg Sapp was on the walkway outside his motel room on the second floor. He did not know he would be defending himself from a black bear attack in mere moments. The bear [Read More…]
December 2019 Rock Island Premiere Firearms Auction is the last large American auction of the year. As always, when its online catalog was published I started browsing it to put together one of TFB’s articles about the rarest and most unusual firearms seen in the [Read More…]
SIG Sauer has published a press release announcing that they have completed the delivery of 100,000th M17/M18 pistol to the US Military. These pistols won the MHS (Modular Handgun System) trials and were adopted by the US Army back in the January of 2017 with the first [Read More…]
Can you guys believe it’s almost Black Friday? Don’t worry, there’s plenty of retailers who can, and they’re already posting their Black Friday sales. So without further ado, here’s our Featured Deals of the Week: Pre-Black Friday Edition. [Read More…]
Is it possible to like 1911s if you’re not a boomer? On this episode of TFBTV, Hop the Millennial shoots the Taurus 1911 Commander to find out. Taurus 1911 Commander Specs: Capacity: 8 (.45 ACP), 9 (9mm) Weight: 38oz Barrel Length: 4.2″ Height: 5.8″ Length: 8″ MSRP: $603.30 [Read More…]
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