If you have been following along in the various MP5 groups on social media, Marcus of Gibbous Outfitters is developing accessories for the MP5. Marcus sent his Gibbous Outfitters MP5K furniture for me to test on my HK SP5K PDW SBR which I now dub the MP5K-SD (Super [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] KRISS USA Newest Products Are Here!](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BA4E49D0-D937-4DCA-8F04-889DD147F957-660x260.jpeg)
KRISS USA has been most well known for their Vector which over the last couple of decades has turned into an icon in the gun world. Even people who don’t know firearms will recognize the Vector from movies and video games. The Vector line has had a couple of [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Global Ordnance booth to talk to the Stribog gang about the new additions to the Stribog lineup for 2023. This popular, budget carbine seems to expand every year at SHOT, and 2023 is no different. See what’s coming up for the Stribog. ««« [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] CAA Agada, MCK Apollo and MCK Gen 3 (7)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-CAA-Agada-MCK-Apollo-and-MCK-Gen-3-7-660x260.jpg)
CAA brought all their latest products and prototypes to SHOT Show 2023 including the third-generation MCK conversion kits, the Apollo PCC and the sci-fi AGADA carbine. Let’s take a look at each of these CAA products. CAA @ TFB: CAA USA Announces the NEW 10mm, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits his pals at ZEV to get the scoop on the ZEV/Magpul collaboration that was shown a decade ago as the FMG-9 (Folding Machine Gun 9) and is now being relaunched as the FDP-9 and FDC-9 (Folding Defensive Carbine/Pistol 9). Viewers have been waiting a long [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New KelTec KSG410 and R50 Rifle](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_KSG410_6-660x260.jpeg)
New this year from KelTec, formerly known as Kel-Tec, is the KSG410, a dual mag tube, single-barrel shotgun that fits into the footprint of KelTec’s KS7. Also new from KelTec is their R50, a 16″ barreled rifle version of their P50 5.7×28 pistol, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Matador Arms MAT-9 Blowback 9mm Upper Receiver (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Matador-Arms-MAT-9-Blowback-9mm-Upper-Receiver-1-660x260.jpg)
Matador Arms brought to SHOT Show 2023 their new MAT-9 blowback 9mm upper receiver assembly which is the improved version of the earlier released Montgo-9. Compared to the Montgo-9, MAT-9 has a longer barrel (7.825” vs 5.5″) and forearm yet at an overall [Read More…]
![[SHOT Show 2023] Zenith Tease New 5.56 Roller-Delayed Rifles AND More!](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0979-660x260.jpg)
Zenith have a number of pretty exciting products on the way ranging from new iterations of their ZF-5, piston-driven AR-15s and a range of new 5.56x5mm roller delayed rifles – modelled after the HK33 and HK53, and a 7.62x51mm G3 pattern rifle too. The ZF-5 PDW [Read More…]
When walking down the aisles of SHOT Show 2023, Dead Foot Arms’ AR-MP9 caught my attention. It is not a secret I am a fan of the MP5 and I find AR9s that mimic MP5’s interesting. There have been attempts made by other manufacturers to mimic the MP5 [Read More…]
The 2011 market continues to grow with a number of manufacturers unveiling new models at SHOT Show 2023. Amongst them is a new series of pistols from Caracal USA. The Idaho based arm of Caracal has introduced a line of new 2011 pistols including a tricked out, dedicated [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, @JamesReeves visits with Henry Repeating Arms to see their new, old school-style pistol caliber carbine, the Henry Homesteader. Check this video out for more details on the new carbine, and yes, IT TAKES GLOCK MAGS. TFB and TFBTV’s coverage of SHOT Show 2023 is [Read More…]
Good evening everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM Turbo T3 rifle suppressor. Last week we said goodbye to 2022 and a few of my favorite firearm and suppressor combinations from last [Read More…]
Patriot Ordnance Factory, aka POF-USA, is best known for their AR-pattern rifles, particularly their piston-driven models. The Arizona-based operation began its existence in late founder Frank DeSomma’s garage, fueled by his experience as an aerospace engineer, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the CMMG Dissent, an ultra-compact PDW-style AR chambered in .300 Blackout. The Dissent has a recoil system fully contained in the upper receiver, which allows it to mount a folding stock or brace, and even fire folded. These are also available in 5.7x28mm and [Read More…]
The world of pistol caliber carbines have been rising in popularity steadily over the last 10 years, whether it’s for competition shooting, fun plinking at the range or for a cheaper alternative to high ammo costs. I have a few of them and it’s always a fun [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves tests out Springfield Armory’s new 9mm PCC, the SAINT Victor 9mm. It’s a well-featured AR-9, ready to go out of the box. And no, it doesn’t take Glock mags – but that’s not a bad thing? Watch today’s vid to see the full [Read More…]
So far it’s been a fantastic year for TFB’s Photo Of The Day. Every day we deliver images of all sorts and today is no exception. We have the Strike Modular Chassis (SMC) by Strike Industries. They claim this is the most modular SIG Sauer P320 chassis in [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves discusses two of the best submachine guns ever created, the Heckler & Koch MP5 and MP7, and he pays a special visit to the Czech Republic to perform research, including a stop at the Sellier & Bellot ammunition testing range, and training with the elite [Read More…]
TFB’s Photo Of The Day and here we are with one of the hottest pistol caliber carbines on the market, the B&T SPC9. Merging the best from the AR15 platform with the best from the H&K MP5 and the B&T APC9 together in one product, it’s probably as good [Read More…]
The Pakistani company POF makes some of the most affordable license-built MP5 clones. The POF SMG is a faithful reproduction of the HK MP5, but the SMG PK is… not. It’s more like MP5 fan fiction. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes a look at the POF SMG PK and talks about the MP5 [Read More…]
In the beginning of this year, TFB’s Nick C had a closer look at the POF-USA Phoenix PCC. For this Photo Of The Day, we have some photos where I think POF-USA really pushed it and produced some really interesting images of the Phoenix 9mm pistol. I have to admit I [Read More…]
When it comes to owning certain firearms, there seems to always be a couple bucket list guns out there for everyone. Movies and pop culture certainly influenced my love of firearms over the years and the TP9 was certainly one of them. Whether it’s paragliding [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day and we have a great picture of the YKMF-5 9mm AR Side Charging Pistol made by QC10. As you can see, it has been designed for 9x19mm MP5 magazines. The upper and lower have been milled from billet 7075-T6, with Type III hard coat anodizing. The barrel [Read More…]
Looking for a new short-barreled rifle? B&T USA is introducing new APC9 models with their newly released MBT telescoping and folding stock, with either a 6.9-inch or a longer 8.9-inch barrel. However, the biggest news is the new aluminum lower receiver with [Read More…]
We are living in a roller delayed renaissance. Roller-delayed blowback guns are more popular than ever before. We have companies like Century Arms, PTR, POF and even H&K bringing in roller delayed goodness. The venerable MP5 and its other semi-automatic siblings [Read More…]
We’re always on the lookout for the best firearms-related images out there and today we get some help from B&T USA. They have dressed up their APC9 and its three-lug with an SQD suppressor. I’m very happy to own two APC9s, which I bought about ten years [Read More…]
Imagination, Integrity, and Innovation. These are the three hallmarks that dominate the ethos of the folks at Trailblazer Firearms and today on the TFB Behind The Gun Podcast I’ve had the opportunity to bring on their President, Ron Dan. Ron and I met during [Read More…]
Unveiled during our recent trip to Switzerland, the B&T SPC10 is the newest member of the Special Purpose Carbine (SPC) lineup. It carries over features from the SPC family with more AR parts compatibility out of the box. It even takes Glock mags. I had a [Read More…]
The London Metropolitan Police Force announced last week that they had raided what they described as a ‘suspected makeshift 3D firearm factory’. The Metropolitan Police claimed that the raid led to one of the largest seizures of 3D-printed firearm components [Read More…]
SIG Sauer were recently awarded a 5-year, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract valued at $5 million to provide the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) with a new Reduced Signature Assault Rifle. The RSAR will be MCX Rattlers chambered in [Read More…]
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