In this episode of SHOT Show 2018 TFBTV coverage, James Reeves discusses B&T’s new 16 inch APC223 rifle, designed as a US civilian version of the reputed Swiss APC556 rifle. B&T describes the APC556 as “Designed to meet the future needs of Police and Military forces worldwide, [Read More…]
Having started life as NuCOE – Núcleo da Companhia de Operações Especiais (Special Operations Company Nucleus) on January 19, 1978, Rio de Janeiro State Military Police’s famous BOPE – Batalhão de Operações Policiais Especiais (Special Police Operations [Read More…]
Manufacturers of premium quality AR15 rifles, 2A Armament debuted two ultralight rimfire setups that can be used as training kits or as standalone rifle platforms for hunting, target shooting or general plinking. The kits come in two forms: a drop in bolt carrier group [Read More…]
One only needs to spend a minute or two at the Lauer Weaponry/DuraCoat booth to instantly recognize why the company is absolutely thriving. A family-owned business with 14 employees, DuraCoat has been one of the leaders in firearms finishes for over 11 years. But if [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2018 TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop discusses new happenings at Daniel Defense. Ryan, Director of Merchandising takes us through debuts of new retail display cases, a new “deep woods green” color (that admittedly appears a very gray-green), the DDM4V7P – a pistol variant [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James discusses an unnamed concept gun with Justin Moon, the head of Auto-Ordnance and Kahr Arms – a Tommy Gun design that accepts AR15 furniture. While the initial run will be .45ACP, there’s a distinct possibility that A-O’s new 9mm Tommy Gun may make it [Read More…]
At the 2018 SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range, TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop discusses new offerings with Mike at Stag Arms. Items discussed include: the Stag-10 in 6.5 Creedmoor, the Stag-15 3-gun Elite, a Stag-10 in .308 Win with a 16″ barrel, and the Stag-9 Tactical Pistol Caliber Carbine. [Read More…]
Long-time firearms manufacturer and California resident Weatherby, Inc. announced today that they’ll be relocating to Sheriden, Wyoming. The announcement was made live at SHOT Show 2018, with Adam Weatherby taking center stage at the Weatherby Booth. Speakers included Ed Weatherby, Adam [Read More…]
At a time when every other firearms coating company strives to create exciting new colors and differentiate themselves from their competition, the guys at Cerakote decided to focus on something completely different with their new “imaging software”. We have [Read More…]
AMTAC Suppressors is releasing their new Mantis line of silencers, three of which feature their signature over-barrel design, with a new monocore system that focuses on overall signature reduction and capable of handling magnum rifle calibers. Available in four [Read More…]
At a time when some manufacturers are creating cheaper “throw-away” pistols and rifles, one company happily creates a 1911 with an $85,000 pricetag. When some “new” firearms are churned out on a seemingly weekly basis, one company takes a full [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s SHOT Show 2018 coverage, James meets with Dave at Hi Point to discuss Hi-Point’s new 10mm carbine. As usual, it wil be affordably priced (MSRP is $389) and probably as reliable as it gets, if a little simple. Specs from Hi-Point: Barrel length: 17.5″ [Read More…]
TacSol has come out with two new barrels and a conversion kit for 2018. They have a 9″ SBR barrel for a 10/22 Takedown. The Magpul backpacker stock led to the development of the barrel. Specifically when the barrel is stored in the stock, the barrel does not go [Read More…]
At the 2018 SHOT Show, Geissele Automatics made fans very happy by bringing out 3 new and much-asked for products. First, the company released its new Remington 700 trigger line, which consists of a single SKU adjusted from the factory to two models: Single stage and [Read More…]
If you’re one of those people who think the Thompson submachine gun never should have gone away, then Kahr Arms (Auto Ordnance) has the gun for you. Displayed at their booth at the 2018 SHOT Show is a Thompson different than any of the other semiauto Thompson [Read More…]
At the 2018 SHOT Show, Nightforce brought along their brand new 1-8 power scopes, including the much-anticipated NX8 1-8 power compact carbine optic. Alongside it, the company also debuted the ATACR 1-8×24, a larger, more capable one-to-eight that is better suited [Read More…]
Remember in Tim Burton’s Batman when Jack Nicholson (as the Joker) says of the Caped Crusader, “Where does he get those wonderful toys?” I’m convinced that Batman’s toys must come from Real Avid. I’ve been a long-time fan of the [Read More…]
In a surprise announcement at the 2018 SHOT Show, gunmaker Weatherby revealed that they will be leaving the state of California, where they have been based since their founding in 1945. The company’s new home will be Sheridan, Wyoming, the sixth largest city in [Read More…]
Palmetto State Armory debuted their new AK-47 chambered in 9mm at the 2018 SHOT Show. They’re calling it the PSAK-9. The model they had on display was using MP5 mags but they are also going to release a model that uses Glock mags as well. They also have plans for [Read More…]
Ruger has a LOT of new firearms that they are introducing to consumers for 2018, but some of them tower in popularity above others. It was pretty easily recognizable by how long the lines were to shoot and test firearms at SHOT Show’s Industry Day at the Range. [Read More…]
FD Munitions was up in the NEXT area of SHOT Show. These are the small kiosks just outside the Press Room and often have some really interesting firearm development products at the show. FD Munitions is developing a caseless rifle. At least that is what they claim it to [Read More…]
The Ruger 10/22 Takedown is one of the best features Ruger has done to the Ruger 10/22. And after Magpul released their backpacker stock it added more features to the 10/22 Takedown and made it more of a backpack gun. Well wouldn’t it be nice if you could turn [Read More…]
While cruising the new product area at the 2018 SHOT Show I spotted a new gun safety product from the guys at Gun Guardian. They call it the Trigger Shield, it’s basically a replacement AR-15 grip that can fold backwards then slide over the trigger and lock into [Read More…]
There are a lot of cool new toys and gadgets every year at SHOT Show. But let’s not forget who organizes and sponsors this amazing gathering each year – the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). I stopped by the NSSF booth for an unofficial chat with [Read More…]
What did we see at Range Day? Valkyries, Valkyries everywhere. Federal’s pint-sized long distance runner has already outstripped the market purchase of its direct competitors in the high performance AR-15 market, testified to by the sheer number of .224 Valkyrie [Read More…]
I will confess, I’ve had a love affair with Unique-ARs for many years now. I’ve gone to them with handguard concepts which they’ve brought to life. I’ve stocked my retail shelves with their bad-as-shut-yo-mouth handguards. I’ve put the [Read More…]
What you are about to read is an accurate tale of one woman’s encounter at the Leupold booth today at SHOT Show’s Industry Day at the Range. No names have been changed or altered. Just a Small Town Girl Let me start by admitting that I’m not a distance [Read More…]
For a while, so much hype had been built around the arrival of the .224 Valkyrie that I was beginning to think that I’d be forced to lump it in with unicorns and the Tooth Fairy. …Until I stopped by the CMMG booth today during SHOT’s Industry Day at [Read More…]
TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop takes a look at new products from KRISS at SHOT Show’s 2018 Industry Day at the Range. First KRISS’ Marketing Manager, Tim Sergeant, takes us through the new DMK22 Pistol with a short barrel, m-lok handguard, and SB Tactical stabilizer, offered with or without the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s Industry Day at the Range coverage, James visits Matt Hornback at the Howa tent to talk about some new chassis rifles. Info on these new rigs from Howa’s site: *The Howa Bravo* The Howa Bravo provides the essential chassis benefits combined with conventional [Read More…]
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