In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves finally listens to you and subjects his Benelli M4 to the patented TFBTV 500-round shotgun burndown. Many rightfully consider the Benelli M4 to be the best of the best in terms of combat shotguns, so when James runs into several issues with his – what [Read More…]
Is that a SCAR? No, no it isn’t. But it kinda looks like one! James is at IWA 2023 visiting the Hunt Group to see the SCX12, a SCAR lookalike Turkish shotgun coming to the US. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV apparel is sponsored by 5.11 Tactical. Click below [Read More…]
Let’s head this off at the pass: There are not a lot of details about this short barrel shotgun, it may not make it to the United States, and even if it does, who knows how good it will be or if the price will be anywhere close to the $160-$180 it’s available for in […] Read [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the brand-new Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol. In this video review, James takes an in-depth look at the features and performance of the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol, including its operating system, features, design, and reliability. You’ll also see how [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa Tactical](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_144109-660x260.jpg)
Mesa Tactical continues to expand its accessory options for shotguns, particularly for the Beretta 1301 and Benelli M2. New for 2023, the Truckee forend is now available for M2 and 1301 shooters. [SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @JamesReeves speaks with Ernie Langdon himself about the LTT version of the Beretta 1301 Shotgun. Langdon Tactical has tweaked the 1301 with its own accessories and, of course, famous trigger job. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV apparel is [Read More…]
Back at SHOT 2020 we tried Wilkinson Tactical’s AR shotgun. This year we caught up with them again at this year’s Industry at the Range Day and they ran us through their new models and their conversion combo that allows the lower to be used with either a [Read More…]
The new Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol is an American made semi-automatic tactical shotgun for under $1000. The A300 series carries forward many features of the well received Beretta 1301, but with a redesigned operating system (and a lower price tag). Hop shot the A300 Ultima Patrol side by side with [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Beretta's new A300 Ultima Patrol](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_A300UltimaPatrol_1-660x260.jpeg)
Today at Beretta’s pre-SHOT Show 2023 range day, we got to check out their new A300 Ultima Patrol. This new shotgun brings near-1301 Tactical capability at the lower price point of the A300 lineup. [SHOT 2023] Beretta’s new A300 Ultima Patrol The first [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Hands on with Beretta's new A400 Upland Magnum 28ga](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_28uplandmag_2-660x260.jpeg)
Today at Beretta’s pre-SHOT Show Range Day, we got to try out Beretta’s new 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum. This svelte semiauto shotgun may be small in stature and meant for upland game, but according to Beretta reps it has the ability to take down ducks and [Read More…]
The new firearms announced by Browning Arms Company for 2023 include four new configurations of the X-Bolt bolt action rifle, fifteen shotguns added to different lines of their shotguns, and three new models of the Buck Mark rimfire pistol. You can find the list of all [Read More…]
It’s not every day you see a Benelli M4 shotgun, especially one with wood furniture and a shortened barrel (SBS). Today’s Photo of the Day comes from Josh Herring of Cotton Branch Custom Firearms, featuring his SBS Benelli M4. You may have already seen [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 174th 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…]
Shooting shotguns with a red dot makes a lot of sense, and they are a lot of fun to shoot as well. The new Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical comes ready for optics, including receiver cuts that accept a low-profile direct mounting of any Shield RMSc footprint micro dot sight. [Read More…]
CZ-USA has a new series of semi-automatic shotguns called the CZ 712 G3, with a focus on clay shooting or hunting. The 712 G3 Utility model (pictured above) can also be used for home defense. All of the models are gas-operated and made to cycle 2 ¾- and 3-inch [Read More…]
In the world of shotguns, there are endless options when it comes to self-defense, competition or hunting. Depending on your budget and needs, the sky is literally the limit to finding your perfect shotgun. Personally, I’ve always been incredibly curious about the [Read More…]
Sauer continue to expand their SL5 semi-auto shotgun series with a waterfowl line with three models. The 12 guage shotguns are available in a number of material and camo options. All of the guns are available in 3.5” models, which can accommodate 2 ¾”, 3” or 3 [Read More…]
Strike Industries is proud to introduce its latest stylized aftermarket upgrade to its customers with the new 12-gauge spiral fluted magazine follower for 12 gauge shotguns. Strike Industries claims that the follower is not only self-cleaning, but also enhances the [Read More…]
Tokarev USA has just announced that they are entering the hunting and sporting market. The first model will be their APEX Field Shotgun which is a semi-automatic shotgun with a 3.5” chamber. The model will be available with checkered Turkish walnut furniture and [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 160th 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…]
Green Top and Benelli USA have teamed up to give their customers access to a special edition of the popular Super Black Eagle 3 shotgun dubbed the “Virginian”. This special edition shotgun aims to celebrate 75 years of successful retail business from Green [Read More…]
The Beretta A400 Upland semi-auto shotgun is now available in 28 gauge, combining Beretta’s latest technologies with a classic look. According to Beretta, the new A400 Upland in 28 gauge manages everything from light loads to 3” magnum shotshells, so you can [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 159th 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…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves tests the Turknelli, that is the Turkish-made Benelli M4 tactical shotgun clone. At around $400, these budget shotguns are almost exact replicas of the real Benelli M4, but at one-fifth of the price. They’ve become very popular and there are a number of [Read More…]
TriStar Arms has just announced a safety recall in regards to certain models of their Viper G2 shotguns – specifically the ones chambered in .410 Bore. The recall states that affected customers could potentially experience an out-of-battery detonation of a shell [Read More…]
9mm pistol caliber carbines are becoming extremely popular in today’s firearm market. There are already a lot of options for you to choose from like the Heckler & Koch MP5, CZ Scorpion Evo III, SIG Sauer MPX, and more. Today the market is receiving yet another [Read More…]
Do we show too few shotguns in our Photo Of The Days? Well, here’s one in the hands of Private First Class Ariana Rittenhouse, a combat engineer with the United States Marine Corps using an M1014 shotgun to breach a fabricated door on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, [Read More…]
This review started when I said mean things about Turkish shotguns online. My comments were generally targeting the gas-operated bullpup magazine-fed guns, but I have had a generally negative view of most Turkish shotguns. That opinion is based on a parade of Turk [Read More…]
Midwest Industries Inc. recently announced their three new parts for the Benelli M4 shotgun, also known as the M1014 as named for the United States Marines. The new products Midwest Industries dished out are an optic mount, specifically for an Aimpoint T and H series [Read More…]
This notice has just been published, and if you happen to be an owner of one of these shotguns this article is to let you know that Mossberg has released an SA-410 product safety recall. The details of which can be found below. More from Mossberg @ TFB: Mossberg MC2sc [Read More…]
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