Out of left field, Magpul announced another collaboration last week. This time it is with Maztech on their X4 System. It is an ammo management system combined with an optic HUD ballistic calculator and laser range finder. Magpul @TFB [SHOT 2022] Magpul FDC-9 and FDP-9 [Read More…]
A few years ago Quarter Circle 10 came out with their QC5. It is an 9mm AR receiver set that can take MP5 magazines. Well with the help of my friend Sean St. Cin they have refocused their brand and will be coming out with their QC10 MP-5 inspired YKMF-5. Quarter Circle [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] Mantis Blackbeard AR Dry Fire Trainer](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Mantis-Blackbeard-1-660x260.jpg)
[SHOT 2022] Mantis Blackbeard AR Dry Fire Trainer Mantis showed off their Blackbeard AR Dry Fire Training System at SHOT Show 2022 Industry Range Day. This unique system is a drop-in replacement for the bolt carrier group and charging handle of a standard AR-15. It also [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] The New Meopta MeoSport R Budget Scope](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/MeoSport-full-scopes-1-660x260.jpg)
Meopta, a well-known European scope manufacturer, released a new budget-friendly scope line called the MeoSport R. This 3-15×50 scope has a second focal plane, illuminated reticle. It also features side parallax adjustment that goes from 10 yards (yes, airgunners [Read More…]
Last year Magpul announced a collaboration with Zev Technologies that would bring the realization of a dream to fruition. They will be making the Magpul FMG-9 but for the civilian market as the FDP-9. Last Friday they unveiled that it is coming and they have an FDP-9 [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is all by himself at the @5.11 Tactical store in Las Vegas during SHOT Show 2022 to go over the new lineup for the year. New stuff for men and women, gear, bags, and rifle cases, accessories, and more, plus beers and ice. Check it out. ««« GEAR […] [Read More…]
I Heard it on the X New for 2022 from Browning is their X-Bolt Target rifle, in both standard and “Pro” trims. Officially the “X-Bolt Target Max Adjustable Suppressor Ready”, the X-Bolt target has a few features that differentiate it from other [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] AERO Precision Lahar 30 Silencer and A700 Rifle](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/AERO-Lahar-30-Silencer-660x260.jpg)
AERO Precision unveiled two entirely new additions to their lineup at SHOT 2022. Announced for the first time was the Lahar 30 silencer, and A700 bolt action rifle. While the silencer was on display at range day I got my first look at the A700 on the SHOT show floor [Read More…]
Defensive Stance At SHOT 2022, we got a chance to handle and shoot the new Savage Stance 9mm pistol. Announced just over a month ago, the Stance is Savage’s first concealable semi-automatic pistol since 1928. Ranging from $479 to $561 MSRP, they represent [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] The NEW KelTec P15](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/P15-Poly-Right-660x260.jpg)
KelTec unveiled a brand new micro 9mm pistol at SHOT 2022, the P15. It is very much a part of the current trend of ever higher capacity micro concealed pistols. The P15 takes its name from the 15-round magazine that comes with the gun. A 12-round flush fit magazine is [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] New Pistol and Rifle Optics from EOTECH](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/EOTECH-EFLX-Adjustments-660x260.jpg)
EOTech unveiled their new EFLX Mini Reflex Sight and VUDU 1-10×28 FFP scope at SHOT 2022. It’s clear that the company wants to both enhance and expand its current lineup to a broader market. The staff at their booth were incredibly helpful and keen to [Read More…]
SHOT Show Range Day was all a buzz about the mic that Franklin Armory dropped. They unveiled a Glock binary trigger. Yes, you read that right. A pull/release trigger has been made for use with a Glock. We took a closer look at on the show floor and shot it at range day. [Read More…]
It seems like almost every company claims to give a “modern twist” to a “proven design” or somesuch, but Taylor’s & Co appear to have struck gold with their TC86. Taylor’s & Company 45-70 Takedown Levergun Taylor’s is [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, it’s not Remington, it’s not Browning, it’s Aero. Aero Precision, LLC is making a new bolt action precision rifle, chassis, and action. Believe us, this will be reviewed on TFBTV soon, but in the meantime, check out this SHOT video. Don’t forget to [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is visiting the guys at Holosun to look at their new pistol optics, one of which is COMPLETELY solar-powered. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and consider helping us at TFBTV out. We do not [Read More…]
LMT unveiled the newest addition to its lineup with the MARS-L9. The L9 incorporates features from the legendary MARS family of rifles and looks to make a big splash in the PCC market. I had the chance to shoot the MARS-L9 and talk with LMT about it during Shot [Read More…]
Palmetto State Armory showed off a variety of new products today, including the widely rumored and eagerly anticipated 5.7 Rock handgun. They also had their PSAK-105 pistol that I shot yesterday, a PSAK in 5.56, and a clone of the Chinese “Spiker” AK in [Read More…]
Today at SHOT 2022’s Industry Day at the Range, Umarex unveiled their brand new Primal 20. Airguns have been carving themselves a niche in the hunting market and Umarex is one of the big names in that area. Their newest offering is a 20-gauge slug (or shot) firing airgun. ««« GUN AND GEAR [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at B&T to speak with the Swiss manufacturer about their newest pistol caliber carbine, the SPC-9. This gun is submachinegun designed to government contract specifications and includes elements from the AR-15 and the B&T SPC-9 series of guns. ««« [Read More…]
First Spear is widely known for their upper-tier, quality gear for military, government, and civilian markets in the arenas of shooting, contracting, and the outdoors. So, whether you are a professional-level contractor or a weekend enthusiast, they have some of the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop runs into the legendary Auto Mag Pistol in .44 Magnum at SHOT Show 2022 Industry Day at the range. The claim is that this gun is coming back, but we’ve all heard that before. Is the .44 Auto Mag really making a comeback this time? Watch and find out. […] [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s SHOT Show 2022 coverage, Hop is at the Polymer80 lane checking out their new P80 kits for the SIG P320. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and consider helping us at TFBTV out. We do not take [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is with the guys from Franklin Armory to check out their new Binary Trigger for the Glock 17. Is it a Glock 18? Not quite, but as close as most civilians are going to get. Details are in the video. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: […] Read [Read More…]
Kalashnikov USA was eager to show off their 5.56 KR-101 rifle on the SHOT show floor today. I spoke with Dave, Kalashnikov USA’s VP of marketing, about it. Kalashnikov USA Show off their KR-101 The good news for 5.56 AK fans is that the KR-101 is entering the [Read More…]
I know, I know. An ejection port cover? We want to see guns! Just hear me out. Magpul’s Enhanced Ejection Port Cover offers a meaningful quality of life improvement to the AR building community. Magpul Enhanced Ejection Port Cover (EEPC) Traditional ejection port [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] New .375 Bishop Short Magnum Cartridge (5)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SHOT-2022-New-.375-Bishop-Short-Magnum-Cartridge-5-660x260.jpg)
Bishop Ammunition & Firearms has introduced the .475 Bishop Short Magnum cartridge back at SHOT Show 2019. It is a .474-caliber rebated rim proprietary cartridge designed to fit single stack in AR-10 pattern magazines and as stated by the company was (still probably [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is at SHOT Show 2022 speaking with Aimpoint about their newer, less-expensive red dot optic, the Aimpoint Duty. Specs are below: 2 MOA dot size 30,000 hours (over 3 years) of constant operation on setting 7 1 Off position, 4 night vision compatible settings, and 6 [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] Faxon & Q Collaboration 8.6 Blackout Guns (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SHOT-2022-Faxon-Q-Collaboration-8.6-Blackout-Guns-1-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2022 Industry Day at the Range, Faxon Firearms and Q introduced a joint project – Q Fix bolt action rifles and AR-10 style gas guns chambered in 8.6 Blackout. The cartridge is developed by Q and the contribution of Faxon Firearms to the project is the [Read More…]
Back in 2018 we reported that FN would be ceasing production of the iconic Browning Hi-Power. But now its back, ‘reborn’. FN America claim improvements to the pistol’s ergonomics, fire control design, accuracy and an increased magazine capacity of [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at SHOT Show 2022 with Ryan Hicks of Arsenal to talk about their newest addition to the Arsenal collection of premium Kalashnikov-type rifles, the Arsenal SAM7R-94. Check today’s video for the details on this new AK. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS [Read More…]
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