The 82nd Airborne has been conducting jump testing of the Army’s new Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper (CSASS) rifle. In June, the 82nd’s snipers were issued the new sniper rifle and conducted operational testing during training exercises. The aim of the testing [Read More…]
Some cool photos of ARAS, Lithuania’s Police Anti-terrorist Operations Unit, armed with SIG Sauer MCX carbine were shared on twitter earlier this week. The photos show the ARAS MCX’s configured with a folding visor stock. SIG produce a folding visor stock [Read More…]
The Cove is an Australian Army blog that covers everything related to soldiering. In a recent series of posts, author Solomon Birch took an in-depth look into the previously issued EF88 bullpup rifle. Mr. Birch used the M4 rifle as a comparative baseline. The EF88 [Read More…]
A couple months ago I received the SAINT VICTOR from Springfield Armory for review. I am a fan of the AR10 platform, own a couple so, I was ready to put it through the “TFB wringer”. As all in the Saint line do, the Victor arrived in a case with two [Read More…]
We announced the unveiling of the Doublestar Corp STAR10-P 308 Win AR Pistol a few weeks ago, but now we had the opportunity to handle one in person at TriggrCon 2019! This AR-10 pistol is a bit on the heavy side with it being over 8 lbs, but it balances really well. [Read More…]
Quarter Circle 10 was holding out on us all along! We met with them at TriggrCon Range Day 2019 (Wednesday) and learned of their NEW Ambidextrous PCC dubbed “The Mick.” Then, the 1st Day of the Convention Center (Friday) they debuted their P320 PCC that will [Read More…]
While out at TriggrCon 2019 we came across Stern Defense and got to see their recently debuted H2S (Hybrid 2 Stage) Drop-In AR-15 Trigger in person! This is a replacement trigger for AR-15 and AR-10 firearms that our very own Hrachya announced on TFB 3 weeks ago when it [Read More…]
We caught up with Head Down Arms (HD) at TriggrCon 2019 to see what was new with them from the last time that we spoke this winter while attending SHOT Show 2019. Their newest product to the market that is not yet on their website is an AR-15 pistol purposefully [Read More…]
While attending the TriggrCon 2019 Range Day we paid Zev Technologies a visit to see what was new from them and they introduced us to their NEW Zev Tech AR-15 Core Elite 5.56 NATO Pistol! The firearm that we were able to get our hands on is their NEW 10.5″ AR-15 [Read More…]
Doublestar has unveiled a Brand New AR Pistol leading into this fall and TriggrCon 2019 with their STAR10-P .308 Win which could be perfect for compact hunting, range fun, or competition. It utilizes their new Stronghold Pistol Grip with G10 Panels which by itself is [Read More…]
Love M-LOK? Well, Springfield Armory now have you covered. They have introduced a new slim-line M-LOK handguard to their SAINT line of ARs. Here’s what Springfield Armory have to say about the new rifles: Springfield Armory® is pleased to announce new M-LOK [Read More…]
Legendary firearms manufacturer Heckler & Koch will be supplying the U.S Army Squad Designated Marksman Rifle known as the M110. The Army have recently been evaluating the rifle and various potential accessory setups. H&K is ramping up to supply 5,000 to 6,000 [Read More…]
The POF-USA Revolution .308 AR10 patterned rifle has won the 2019 Rifle of the Year award from the Firearms Industry Choice Awards. Details on the announcement and the award can be found below. POF-USA revolution Wins Rifle of the Year for the 3rd Year in a Row [Read More…]
In a video reported by Radio New Zealand, NZ Police officials demonstrate how they will destroy firearms collected from residence after a recent law banning ownership by citizens. The machine, a hydraulic press or bending machine is used to crush the firearm, in this [Read More…]
Whether you just bought your first AR15 rifle or you’re working on building your third AR15 pistol, buying a few extra top quality magazines every so often is a great idea. As part of TFB’s Top Picks series we are bringing you a list of the best AR15 magazines [Read More…]
Two great companies have come together to design, produce and market both a PEQ-15 front sight and NGAL front sight. Midwest Industries in cooperation with Defense Solutions Group (DSG Arms) are releasing the two rail mounted sight options for users of the weapon [Read More…]
In the free world, like the United States Of America, companies can freely make and sell products to consumers. Capitalism isn’t perfect, but it is a part of what makes America great. So when Nike decided to kill their plans to release “Betsy Ross” themed sneakers [Read More…]
With the Heckler & Koch MR223 A3 (European version) being virtually impossible to source in Europe as the Heckler & Koch factory has chosen to focus on finishing Military and Law Enforcement orders it is interesting to see the MR556A1 Upper Receiver Kit on offer [Read More…]
Kansas-based Butler Creek have announced that their ASAP electronic magazine loader is now available for order and shipping. The ASAP is a battery or mains-powered mechanised magazine loader which Butler Creek say can load a 30 round AR mag in about 45 [Read More…]
Last week I posted some pictures of Condition Red Ordnance Mfg (CROM) new milled chassis for the Ruger PCC. I looked them up and found out that they are local to me so I reached out to them. They invited me over to take a look at their Ruger PCC Chassis, .500 Blackout [Read More…]
Around these introducing words, you can see a zoomed-in version from one of the pictures from the Concamo photoshoot. Yes, that is a Heckler & Koch 417P and that’s at least the first time I’ve ever seen or heard about it. In fact, there’s only [Read More…]
Q has announced that their new Sugar Weasel pistol is now available to order. At first glance, it may look identical to the Honey Badger, however, if you take a closer look, you’ll start noticing some differences. While sharing a large number of features with the [Read More…]
Stars and Stripes recently ran a story about an embed with Afghan National Army troops operating in a number of provinces. One of the photos taken by the author, J.P. Lawrence, immediately caught my eye for obvious reasons. It features a young ANA soldier, on guard in [Read More…]
Today we present a great photo in all its simplicity. The CRU 222 is one of three Afghan Special Police Units dedicated to the immediate police response. Their job is to hunt down terrorists in Kabul, Afghanistan. Their base is located at the old Camp Gibson, outside [Read More…]
LMT Defense have confirmed their award of the contract for the Estonian Defence Forces new 5.56×45 and 7.62x51mm rifles. We have been closely following the Estonian rifle trials here at TFB and back in December 2018, we reported that Estonia’s military had [Read More…]
Back in April 2018, we reported that Germany’s Hesse state police were in search for a new 5.56x45mm rifle. German defence blog Strategie-Technik reports that Hessian state police have selected a variant of the Heckler & Koch HK416. Hessian Police were in search [Read More…]
Back in June 2018, we reported on the US Air Force’s new survival/self-defence weapon – the GAU-5A. The GAU-5A is an upgrade to the M4 which allows it to be stowed in the survival kit of US Air Force fighter jets. The Aircrew Self Defense Weapons (ASDW) is [Read More…]
Ruger has just released their new offerings for the new .350 Legend cartridge in the form of their semi-automatic AR-556 MPR and American bolt action rifles. Winchester’s introduction of the .350 Legend cartridge this year created a stir amongst hunters that are [Read More…]
For those who may not be up to speed with the progression of Springfield Armory’s quality within their SAINT series of AR-15s, the newest SAINT Victor iteration should provide you with a rifle that has familiar handling with many intangibles you may not notice. [Read More…]
Any time we get to use the term ‘New Battle Rifle’, surely somewhere an angel gets its wings. And while the comments section will most definitely overflow with fiery debates on the definition of Battle Rifle, the announcement of the new Springfield Armory Saint [Read More…]
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