![[IWA 2022] Umarex's Glock Paintball and Air Pistols](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220303_105720-660x260.png)
Glocks are very popular, a statement that can earn someone the title of “Captain Obvious”. It is still true, though. So it should not come as a surprise to anyone that the German gunmaker Umarex is giving this pistol its very special attention and opening up [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Brownells: The WWSD Crosses the Pond!](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220305_121647-660x260.png)
If you have been a long-time reader of TFB, the WWSD (What Would Stoner Do) rifle should be familiar to you. In short, it is a project of the two YouTube channels Forgotten Weapons and InRange, in which they tried to follow Eugene Stoner’s original vision for the [Read More…]
A particularly innovative product at the Shot Show this year was the Holosun SCS, a solar-charging system for its red dot sights. With its ability to use sunlight to power the device and charge its battery, it has the potential to be a perpetually powered optic. No [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting the B&T booth to have a look at the new B&T SPC9 in rifle length configuration. This version is civilian legal and does not require a tax stamp for a stock. Additionally, B&T plans to use this model to make a [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Tanfoglio booth at IWA 2022 with Mr. Tanfoglio himself to discuss Tanfoglio’s new ultra-accurate straight-pull chassis-based sniper rifle, the Tanfoglio TTR Sniper. See today’s video for more details on this incredible Italian system. [Read More…]
What would you do if a business partner suddenly went bankrupt, and you were left with a large pile of bills. The correct answer is, of course: Fine, then I’ll do it myself! And that’s how Janz Präzisionstechnik came to its weapons division. More from IWA [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits Bul Armory at IWA to see their AR-9, the Bul BL-9, a 9mm, Glock magazine fed AR-15 that is a match-tuned race machine. According to Bul’s press materials: After years of development, prototypes and tuning, our entry to the Pistol Caliber Carbine [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Zastava about their legendary DMR (designated marksman rifle), the Zastava M91. Per Zastava: Sniper Rifle M91 The Zastava M91 Sniper rifle is chambered in the 7.62x54R round and based on the well-known Kalashnikov operating system. It is designed [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 with the creator of the Revo Arms IS-9, the lowest bore axis pistol that still uses a conventional Browning short barrel recoil system. This Italian pistol will be a polymer-framed striker-fired handgun that will also use a serialized fire [Read More…]
TFB and TFBTV are on the showroom floor this year for IWA (Internationale Waffen Ausstellung) to check out all the newest gear at one of the world’s largest weapon expos. BUL Armory is an Israeli-based firearms manufacturing company largely focusing on high-end [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] The New Polymer Framed FK BRNO PSD Compact](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-660x260.jpg)
The FK Brno shook the firearms world with the release of their new pistols chambered in 7.5mm FK – the latest and greatest in “hand cannon” ammunition. FK Brno came out to IWA 2022 to exhibit their latest version of the PSD with the all-new FK Brno PSD [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Bioammo -100% Biodegradable Shotgun Ammunition](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/portada-web-660x260.jpg)
While perusing the floor of IWA 2022 we came across a company that none of us had ever heard of before – Bioammo. With hunters, outdoorsmen, and shooters becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, Bioammo set out to make completely biodegradable ammunition [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits B&T to see their upcoming SPC223. The SPC223 is another B&T Swiss masterwork of a carbine, however, the SPC will share a manual of arms with the AR-15/M16 more so than B&T’s current .223 carbine, the APC223. American operators would [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] A Turkish Keymaster? The Akdas AK12 UBS](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00002-2-660x260.jpg)
Masterkey-style shotguns are very well known within the United States but they are also a rare find within the wilds of the firearms community. This is due mostly because of ATF regulations that turn such a shortened underslung shotgun into a short-barreled shotgun [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA to see the new 2011-style pistols from Bul Armory. This year, Bul has introduced a new model the Bul TAC series, in a number of configurations. Bul also has an updated version of the SAS II Ultralight coming to market, with a number of improved [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, James Reeves visits the Steyr booth at IWA to discuss the newest variant of the Steyr AUG, the A3 SWAT. This version features a number of upgrades that American shooters have wanted for the Steyr AUG including better optics and accessory mounting solutions, but [Read More…]
Critics like to accuse Heckler & Koch of deliberately designing their systems to be closed in order to prevent the use of accessories made by other companies, at the same time turning a deaf ear to complaints. With the HK433, both claims can be refuted. The HK433 is [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] The Detonics Gladiator 50 Caliber Black Powder Derringer](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/L1000285-660x260.jpg)
Detonics is a company known for making a variety of shotguns right from the Czech Republic. Since the Czech Republic is one of the few European countries that codifies their citizen’s right to keep and bear arms for the purposes of self-defense, it is no wonder [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Tanfoglio's Brand New Stock III Pro Competition Handgun](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00005-660x260.jpg)
Tanfoglio came out ready to showcase their latest and greatest at IWA 2022 and TFBTV Producer James Reeves was able to get a great interview with Mr. Tanfoglio himself to talk about the new Stock III Pro handgun. Tanfoglio’s main focus as of late has been to cater [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits the Spuhr booth to see Spuhr’s new Ideal Chassis System, also known as the Spuhr S.I.C.S. According to Spuhr, the S.I.C.S. is available for the following systems: Remington 700 (Short Action) – (685mm length folded / 975mm length unfolded / [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Ventum Gear about three of their pouches including a really awesome fanny pack and a completely tactical swagged-out Euro Battle Murse. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon and SubscribeStar pages if you enjoy our program, and [Read More…]
Did you know that a shotgun shell contains between 3-5 times the plastic as a grocery bag? In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with the gang at BIOAMMO about their biodegradable shotgun ammo, where they aim to shoot for completely biodegradable and non-toxic ammo for shooters and game. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Mr. Tanfoglio himself about the company’s brand new Stock III Pro pistol. Hear from the owner of the company himself about what makes this CZ-75 type pistol a tournament-ready racegun. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» Check out our Patreon [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, James is at the Akdas booth to see their new Akdas UBS or “under barrel shotgun.” Like the famed Masterkey, this shotgun will mount to an accessory rail on the bottom of a rifle with an appropriately sized Picatinny rail handguard, plus it has some [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time (don’t forget to subscribe), James Reeves is visiting the Czech gun manufacturer, Detonics, to see their Detonics Gladiator, a double-barrel .50 caliber derringer that is so small, it can be pocket carried. More importantly, under many jurisdictions, it may [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits Norlite to discuss the amazing USK-G Glock carbine/chassis. Essentially, the USK-G is very much a stand-alone 9mm carbine, but it needs a Glock frame to be installed to borrow the fire control group and pistol grip. That means that, under most laws, the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the HS Produkt booth at IWA to discuss the NEW Springfield Hellcat Pro, also known as the HS Produkt H11 Pro. This new version of the Hellcat holds 15+1 rounds in a flush-fit magazine and is just an inch thick. Check out this interview with HS […] [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting FK BRNO to see their newest pistol, the FK BRNO PSD-C. The PSD-C is the compact version of the powerful FK BRNO PSD, which was itself a polymer-framed version of the groundbreaking FK BRNO Field Pistol. This pistol is chambered in either [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 to visit manufacturers and preview their new products. Bul Armory – a well-known 1911 manufacturer – is now producing a striker-fired polymer-framed “Glock type” pistol with much Glock part compatibility: The Axe series. [Read More…]
Get ready for more TFBTV Show Time as James and Ryan are in Nuremberg, Germany right now for the 2022 IWA Outdoor Classic. Think of it like a European SHOT Show – new guns and products from primarily European vendors and manufacturers. TFBTV is going to bring you as much coverage as the guys [Read More…]