Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about having multiple carry setups and why you may need more than just your regular everyday carry. If you happen to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to look at some of the more interesting carry guns that I still enjoy carrying. They may not be the most modern option, but they are still great firearms in their own way. I read articles constantly about the latest and greatest firearms, but are the older firearms still proficient? Let's take a closer look at modern vs older carry guns.

Headstamp Publishing will publish a new book focused on the classic big-bore battle rifles of the Cold War. Written by Ian McCollum and James Rupley the book will cover all of the major rifles developed and issued during the period, including: the FN FAL, M14, HK G3 and the AR-10 but also some of the less well known Battle Rifles such as the French MAS49/56, Danish LAR, and the Stgw. 57.

SilencerCo is back at their pistol work again, this time with something that will hopefully scratch the itch for those who want a Maxim 9 but just can’t find a way to get their hands on one. While this slide won’t convert your Glock into a Maxim 9, the design of the new SCO Slide is heavily inspired by SilencerCo’s integrally suppressed 9mm pistol. The new slide is also going to come pre-cut, ready to direct-mount one optic of your choice from a list of some of the most popular pistol red dots currently available.

After 10 years and hundreds of gun reviews, we’re finally doing it — a definitive list of the top 10 guns we’ve ever reviewed on TFBTV. In Part 1 of this three-part series, James covers the five guns that aren’t just fan favorites — they’re legends. These are the firearms that changed the game and left a lasting mark on both TFBTV and the gun world.

Mike Slack has been hard at work for years developing and designing suppressors. His new company, Engaged Industries, and their first two suppressors, the Operator and Recon, are trying to do their best to revolutionize  as well as educate the suppressor world. Mike’s two suppressors share a unique design that capitalizes on fluid dynamics and vacuum characteristics to create a lightweight, high-performing, and quiet suppressor that also doesn’t behave like old-school high-backpressure suppressors. Mike has also developed his own quieter “Stealth LoK” QD system, which also has a bunch of other small design features that make it an improvement over a lot of other offerings already on the market. To hear those details and more, tune into this week’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun Podcast featuring Mike Slack of Engaged Industries.

The Pistollo 77° is probably one of the weirdest firearms I’ve ever seen. As the designer ran me through the details, I had a hard time realizing what I was looking at. It’s almost as if one lets Artificial Intelligence design a gun, and we all have a laugh that it’s never going to work. But the Pistollо is real, it works and the first production units are about to be released. It would totally fit any country’s Space Force, but unless you’re Czech, you can’t buy it. Not just yet, anyway, but it will eventually be available for the U.S. market.

This is TFB’s Photo Of The Day, and today we’re looking at something that hits like a freight train and is built with the kind of precision only Italian craftsmanship can deliver – a .50 BMG sniper rifle from Victrix Armaments.

Except for very, very rare exceptions like the Chiappa Rhino, revolvers more or less look the same these days, and function mostly the same as well. There’s a pattern to follow. But in the 1800s, designers were still figuring things out, trying new ideas to make better handguns. One of those was the 1858 revolver from entrepreneur/designer Ebanezer Starr. This was one of the earliest double-action handguns in the world, particularly in the U.S.

When you think of action movie spies immediately think of one of three names: Bond, Bourne, or Hunt. Across eight blockbuster movies, spanning the last 30 years, Mission: Impossible’s Ethan Hunt has had a uniquely intriguing range of weapons. Over the course of the films Tom Cruise’s most famous role has seen him using everything from the classic Beretta 92 to a heavily modified Desert Eagle designed for launching a grappling hook, and even drum-fed M82 Barrett .50 Cal rifle fired remotely.

Frequent TFB readers will remember Spencer from HUSH Holsters. A few years back, Spencer came out with his high-tech 3D printed suppressor compatible holster and since then, it’s taken off and Spencer has had time to come out with a completely new product line - a new SKS Folding Stock. Available in more modern nylon or classic wood, each of these made-to-order stocks can use almost any variant of SKS, with any bayonet, and any magazine setup, helping breathe new life into the antiquated WWII semi-automatic 7.62x39mm carbine.

The Russo-Ukraine War has unearthed another unique piece of history, particularly in the context of Soviet machine gun development. As reported by ANNA-NEWS on February 25, 2025, Russia has captured a Soviet experimental Nikitin machine gun from an arms depot belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Photo Of the Day and Bravo42 Photography gets our attention in this Call of Duty-inspired build, including a thermal optic, suppressor and weaponlight. You can look at the build details below:

Winchester recently established their own optics line under the name Winchester Supreme Optics, the launch of which included a slew of practical offerings. Right off the bat, Winchester Supreme Optics offers binoculars, rangefinders, spotting scopes, and rifle scopes. As the title of today’s review suggests, we’ll take a look at the Winchester Supreme 1-4x24mm LPVO rifle scope. Let’s see how Winchester’s first optics line checks out.

Fans of classic 1911s will want to pay attention to this one! Military Arms Corporation has a new MEUSOC 1911 at a very competitive price point! Keep reading for all the details.

First Breach, specializing in small-caliber components and ammunition, has announced its new Law Enforcement Program designed to provide dedicated support, resources, and high-performance ammunition to law enforcement agencies nationwide. Demonstrating the company's commitment to public safety and the men and women who put themselves in harm’s way daily, the mission of this specialized program is to equip officers with the reliable tools they need to protect the communities they serve.

Lyman is now shipping two new bench-mounted priming systems. Both offer adjustable priming depth to place the primer at the exact depth you want. Keep reading for all the details.

Vortex Optics has announced new Defender Micro Green Dots in their CCW, ST, and XL sizes for all manner of firearm platforms. Whether you are looking to top off a shotgun for turkey hunting, an AR carbine to shoot competition with, or your everyday carry (EDC) pistol for self-defense, these universally popular optics are now available in a green dot presentation.

Aimpoint’s latest red dot sight, the COA, is specifically developed for concealed carry applications—whether in a professional capacity or for civilian use where permitted. The size of the U.S. market for red dot handgun optics is impressive, with the potential to move hundreds of thousands of sights. Aimpoint’s track record of success is well-documented, and the company stands as a highly profitable enterprise. A significant portion of Aimpoint’s production is dedicated to various military and law enforcement forces around the World.

Photo Of The Day: If you see someone wearing this watch, it’s a clear sign that the person is armed - probably more than with just style. This exclusive ensemble unites two icons of German engineering — the Walther PDP Steel Frame and the Sinn 358 Walther chronograph — into a symphony of mechanical precision and purposeful design.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report. In our weekly dive into the world of .22 LR and all things rimfire we’ll be taking a look this week at a piece of rimfire history with an overview of a somewhat elusive import from Russia: the “Junior” Sport-Hunting .22 LR ammunition, manufactured by the Klimovsk Specialized Ammunition Plant (KSPZ) and packaged in a distinctive green box. This week’s edition of Rimfire Report is extremely special to me, as this is one of the rare times I get to test out ammo that you, the readers, have sent to me. This week’s Green Box of Russian rimfire ammo comes courtesy of TFB reader Randall B. Big thank you to Randall B for sending this sample of ammo in!

Christensen Arms has introduced a new variant of its Evoke bolt-action rifle chambered in .375 Holland & Holland Magnum. This marks a notable expansion of the Evoke series into big-game territory, catering to hunters who need a hard-hitting, accurate platform for dangerous or large game.

Military Armament Corp (MAC), a brand under SDS Imports, has just unveiled its latest offering -   MAC IX, a new 9mm pistol-caliber carbine (PCC). The price is $832.99, so please read on and learn more about the details.

The AK market is still very much alive and thriving in 2025 and the guys over at Strike Industries and XLogic are all here for it with a new pair of muzzle devices specifically designed for AKs and AKM-patterned rifles. The new Strike/XLogic AK Widow Flash Hider and Ghost Muzzle Brake are designed for slightly different user groups, with the Widow capable of still allowing for the mounting of an AKM bayonet and improving flash suppression, and the Ghost Muzzle Brake redirects felt recoil and helps control muzzle flip with its 6 port brake system (probably loud!). Details on both new products are below and a full list of specifications and features is available on the Strike Industries Website.

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 137 and Happy Mother's Day! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.

The concept of a truck gun is nothing new. Be it the Western stagecoach driver of old transporting wealth or prisoners or the suburban father driving to work or shuttling his children to soccer, there is a need to protect precious cargo. Regardless of circumstance, when you find yourself on the open road, you need to be armed and ready for unexpected dangers that may present themselves in an emergency. In such cases, a pistol may be unable to provide an opportunity for gaining the advantage, but the truck gun has become a standard in mobile personal defense.

Today, we’re looking at the Quarter Circle 10, a pistol caliber carbine with no interest in being ordinary. Most Quarter Circle 10s are designed around the Glock magazine pattern, however, there are other magazine solutions as well, as you can clearly see in this Photo Of The Day. The MP5-like PCC is also a Quarter Circle 10, with an AR9 MP5 Upper and Lower Receiver - let’s name it the QC-5!. Note the AC-Unity MP5-style magazine for 9 mm.

There are many different types of steel targets; understanding which one is best for you will prevent you from wasting money on an expensive target you don’t use.

Engaged Industries is one of the newest entrants in the increasingly competitive suppressor market, introducing two flagship models—the Recon .308 and Operator 5.56—both built around the company’s proprietary Stealth LoK™ Quick Disconnect (QD) System. These suppressors are designed with a focus on sound performance, user convenience, and reduced gas blowback.

Brian Stocks, based in Oregon, produces modernized, 3D-printed short A2-style fixed stocks for AR-15 rifles—specifically in 7.25", 7.5", and 7.75" lengths. Each stock is built to order using high-end printers and heat-resistant, impact-tolerant high-end filament materials. The proprietary fixed version includes a unique mini A2 buffer tube with rear threads, while the adjustable versions ship with a custom-position carbine buffer tube (positions like 1, 3, and 5 are common), castle nut, end plate, and sling mount (A2 loop or QD flush cup). Fitment is carefully controlled—Brian personally matches each stock with one of three mil-spec tubes to ensure proper tension and lock-up with every custom order.

The PKM is one of the most enduring battlefield weapons of the modern era. Designed in the Soviet Union over 60 years ago, it’s still in service today in conflicts around the world. But why has no one replaced it? In this video, James Reeves goes beyond basic field tests and takes a deep dive into the PKM’s design, reliability, and legacy. With firsthand footage, interviews, and engineering studies from Poland, Vietnam, and Egypt, this is the most thoroughly researched breakdown of the PKM ever made. From Cold War trials to modern combat zones, here’s why the PKM refuses to die.