The announcement and subsequent release of the GLOCK 19X pistol was an emotional time for the company, fans and critics alike. For years the Austrian powerhouse’s MHS pistol submission was shrouded in secrecy, salivating curious onlookers with possible models like the [Read More…]
Wilson Combat has introduced the Commander version of the Vickers Elite 1911 pistol. This shorter iteration of the Vickers Elite 1911 is designed for the concealed carry market. As you can expect from a Wilson Combat gun, this pistol is packed with a bunch of custom [Read More…]
In what may be the largest adoption of red dot sights on pistols to date, the Houston Police Department has issued a letter to sworn officers approving the optics for duty use. The approval comes along with some common-sense caveats; a Safariland level III Holster must [Read More…]
Ruger‘s Security-9 has always been a pistol for the economically-minded shooter who wants protection. Affording the owner everything you might need with security, the common and cheap 9mm cartridge and packaged in an intuitive, affordable firearm. While this [Read More…]
Ruger has announced a new pistol into their fold and it is very fitting considering the timing. With only one more day to the celebration of our independence, Ruger has paid homage to John Moses Browning with another iteration of the iconic model 1911. Their newest [Read More…]
After a brief hiatus, the infamous Mahama Tactical training team is back in the spotlight again. The group’s former leader, Uzbek national Abu Rofiq was killed a while back and since then the team appears to have lost some key leadership. Since then, a Twitter [Read More…]
Good morning everyone and thanks for coming back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday. Last week’s edition brought about some great discussions regarding sound meters, decibel readings, microphone placement and suppressors being “hearing safe”. While I didn’t agree with [Read More…]
It isn’t often that we are given the opportunity to review custom firearms here at TFB. Not only are they expensive and in high demand, but they don’t need any additional exposure since they tend to sell themselves. So when Taran Tactical Innovations offered us the [Read More…]
An image of the sidearm that has replaced the Beretta M9 in U.S. Army service has recently surfaced through DOD media outlets. The image is of a soldier from the “Brave Rifles” 3rd Cavalry Regiment that is currently deployed to Operation Inherent Resolve in [Read More…]
Alpha Laser Engraving posted a video on Facebook and their Instagram of a Batman themed Bat Glock. The Bat Glock frame and slide were laser engraved. Not all laser engravers can accomplish this type of engraving. A simple CO2 hobby laser can engrave Glock polymer but it [Read More…]
Suppress everything. Since I’ve been spreading that motto around these parts for years, I’m going to take partial credit for the availability of threaded barrels for the Hudson H9 – Even though I had absolutely nothing to do with the addition to the pistol’s [Read More…]
I learned about this firearm project from a firearms dedicated crowdfunding website called Gun Dynamics. By browsing their website you can find several gun-related campaigns but one of the most significant and interesting projects is definitely the crowdfunding campaign [Read More…]
Recently TFB was able to sit down with Rob from Cabot Arms and conduct an in-depth interview about the odd meteorite 1911 pair that they created, but also more about the founding the company itself. Nick C. was also present during this interview and was instrumental in [Read More…]
Back on January 1st a new pistol was introduced by Springfield Armory to ring in the new year and it was their 1st .380 ACP ever! Then, on February 21st they unveiled some new iterations of that model with a Viridian Laser attached as well. Up until now, consumers have [Read More…]
Our first installment of the new Build of the Week feature was submitted by Steve. One of my guilty pleasure pistols is my Ruger Mark I with a bull barrel. It is not suppressed like this one though. So far we have had a pretty good response. So much that if we keep to [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James compares the $400-$500 Glock 17 to the lowly $100-$150 Hi-Point C9 (seriously). Both of these are black, semiautomatic handguns chambered in 9mm, but that’s about where the similarities end. It’s safe to assume that the much more expensive Glock is [Read More…]
The Pistolet Makarova, known in the U.S. as just the Makarov, began production in 1951, as a much needed replacement for the TT33 Tokarev and Nagant revolvers. Requirements for the replacement of these two service pistols were as such: Simplicity and Reliability. If [Read More…]
Marketing is a tremendous component of any marketplace. The old saying is that word of mouth is always the most authentic, genuine endorsement any company could ask for, and albeit cliche, it still holds true today. Millenials scurry off to college in droves for [Read More…]
While this may be news to some of you, SIG enthusiasts have noticed some recent buzz about perceived firing pin issues with the SIG P365 on social media. The P365 is, of course, SIG’s newest subcompact that crams 10+1 rounds of 9mm into a chassis the size of a [Read More…]
The Arex Rex Zero 1 has made quite a splash since first getting into consumer’s hands. Touted and often proven as being more durable than comparable Sig pistols through countless endurance and mud trials, it is a definite hit with hammer-fire fanatics. Now to ride [Read More…]
On June 1, the DEA issued a Brand Name Only solicitation for one hundred (100) Glock 26s. The DEA must have confidence in the new Gen 5 models, because that’s specifically what they are asking for. (Want more info on the Gen 5 Glock 26? See this Video and [Read More…]
Back in November 2017, we reported that New York Police Department was set to retire its remaining revolvers. The news of the retirement of the last .38 revolvers came in a departmental memo that informed officers that they would have to switch to a semi-automatic [Read More…]
International Firearm Corporation, exclusive importer of an elite selection of European firearms is proud to introduce the BUL 1911 Government Model from BUL LTD of Israel to American shooters for the first time. International Firearm Corporation is the exclusive US [Read More…]
A friend of TFB sent me this story and, even though it’s more than a year old, I thought it might lead to an interesting discussion or two. The Queensland Police in Australia were doing what good detectives do and uncovered an organized criminal drug enterprise that [Read More…]
Some time ago Savage Arms did in fact make pistols, but they were miniature bolt-action pistols. Nothing like what they introduced recently at NRA Show. They have now added in another firearm to the MSR 15 lineup, but chambered in .300 Blackout and as a pistol. This [Read More…]
Apex Tactical Specialties announces the release of its new Action Enhancement Kit for the SDVE and SD model pistols from Smith & Wesson. The new kit combines two of Apex’s wildly popular upgrades for the SDVE and SD model pistols into one convenient package that [Read More…]
Russian Kalashnikov Gun Magazine has published several images of a semi-auto pistol that was designed by MOLOT Oruzhie, but because of the changes of Russian legislation was never manufactured. The pistol had a model designation VPO-514. This pistol was designed in [Read More…]
In a strange industrial collaboration, car maker Honda and firearm manufacturer Springfield Armory have teamed up to develop a bumper system that will help drivers get a better handle on parallel parking situations. Labeled as the the front and rear Grip Zones, new car [Read More…]
Earlier this month at 2018 NRA Annual Meeting, Wilson Combat has introduced their new Vickers Elite Gen5 Glock 19 and Glock 17 pistols. The customization package was designed in cooperation with Larry Vickers and represents Larry’s vision of the improved Glock [Read More…]
Archon Type B. Picture courtesy of Arsenal Firearms Last January, my longtime dream came true, and I finally managed to go to the 2018 Shot Show. The number of tactical beards, tactical pants, and other tactical products was overwhelming. Only by day three I finally [Read More…]
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