As far back as January of 2021, Magpul has been teasing the release of some new drum mags for Glock and H&K platforms. The good news is that three new Magpul PMAG D-50 drums have just been released! Each of these new drums is made and engineered in the United States [Read More…]
The new Rave PCC Trigger from RISE Armament is based on the original RISE Rave 140 Trigger. According to the manufacturer, it’s a budget-friendly trigger upgrade that will drastically improve the reliability of your PCC. Furthermore, the Rave PCC Trigger [Read More…]
TFB’s Photo Of The Day tries to push the excellent work done by so many enthusiasts around the world and in the firearms industry. It’s a celebration to those who go in harm’s way trying to catch those special moments for us, but also those who stay in the studio [Read More…]
One of the most popular 9mm firearms to come to the market in the last decade has been the CZ Scorpion Evo. While the affordable PCC or pistol has become quite popular, customers have longed for a whole host of upgrades to the platform to make it easier to use, last [Read More…]
The popular Grand Power Stribog is…popular. It’s had several updates over the years but perhaps none so significant as this: Glock magazine compatibility. James Reeves got to check out the Glock mag compatible version at IWA 2022, and he brings the info to you. ««« GUN AND GEAR [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 visiting Akdas Arms, a Turkish manufacturer, who is making the Akdas SA-9. The SA-9 incorporates elements of the Heckler & Koch MP5, SIG MPX, and the AR-15, all in one gun. Check today’s video for more information on this [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…]
Our daily article Photo Of The Day will take you to some very exciting and unusual places. Today we take a look at a very custom Saiga 9mm PCC. Jelena from Russia is the owner and the brain behind the paintwork. She’s an avid competitor in IPSC and dynamic [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…]
Bullpup rifles are popular for a lot of reasons but getting your hands on one can be a financial nightmare as some of the most popular models of bullpup rifles and pistol caliber carbines can be pretty expensive. The META Tactical APEX-Series Carbine Conversion kit was [Read More…]
The 3D printing community continues to impress me by finding ways of making reliable, durable, and interesting homemade guns. IvanPrintsGuns is one of my favorite YouTube channels that focuses on 3D-printed firearms and in early March, Ivan showcased his latest working [Read More…]
![[IWA 2022] Is the Norlite USK-G Glock Carbine Chassis Coming to the USA?](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vlcsnap-00001-1-660x260.jpg)
IWA is always an interesting weapons expo to keep your eye on partially because of the vastly different firearms laws that European firearms manufacturers have to adhere to. One example of this is that under most European countries’ laws, certain parts and [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…]
The APC45 has been a popular pistol caliber carbine for a lot of individuals as well as law enforcement agencies. However, for the average user of the APC45 Pro, having to shell out nearly $100 per magazine can get pretty expensive if you plan on running your PCC within [Read More…]
Over the last decade, the availability and after-market support for the MP5 platform has exploded. With a number of companies offering MP5 clones or variants, there are now a number of different companies to look at when it comes to purchasing an MP5 variant. I have an [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the Czech Weapons CSV-9, the “Czech-9”. While it looks like a regular 9mm pistol caliber carbine, the CSV-9 has quite a few Czech tricks up its sleeve. See why this pistol caliber carbine might be worth the stout $2,000 MSRP. From Four Peaks [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day: Time for some more projects by Schrombo. Today the Chiappa PAK-9 is on offer, with some interesting modifications for those who want some inspiration for a future build. Chiappa PAK-9 in 9×19 mm: I’m no gunsmith – not by any stretch of the [Read More…]
Released a little less than a month ago, at SHOT week, is the new Enhanced Series 9mm Bolt Carrier Group by ODIN Works. I think it would be more correct to call this part a bolt rather than a bolt carrier group because there is no bolt carrier per se, however, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] Foxtrot Mike Products HYBRID 9mm PCC (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SHOT-2022-Foxtrot-Mike-Products-HYBRID-9mm-PCC-1-660x260.jpg)
During the SHOT Show 2022, Foxtrot Mike Products (FM Products) has introduced a new 9mm PCC called Hybrid. The feature that jumps out immediately and sets this pistol caliber carbine apart from the competition is the design of its polymer lower receiver. Particularly, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves has returned from SHOT Show 2022 with good news: There are a lot of neat, awesome pistol caliber carbines on the way. The bad news? Well, only one of them is going to cost less than $2,000. Yeah, these PCCs/SMGs are pricey but you get what you pay […] [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Four Peaks discussing the import of the CSV-9. This is a handy little Glock-mag-compatible subgun, but at $2,000, is this pistol caliber carbine worth the spend? According to Czech Weapons website: “[The CSV-9] is a weapon intended for target [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. From the factory, the MARS-L9 is fully ambidextrous and truly carries all your controls over to the right-hand side [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2022] Dead Foot Arms AR Underfolder, Quasi MP5 and Killdozer Build (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SHOT-2022-Dead-Foot-Arms-AR-Underfolder-Quasi-MP5-and-Killdozer-Build-1-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2022, Dead Foot Arms released several new products and had head-turner builds displayed in their booth like their Killdozer AR, themed after Marvin Heemeyer‘s bulldozer. I am not sure how a bulldozer blade shaped muzzle device will perform. Is it a [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Angstadt to discuss the new MDP-9 pistol caliber carbine. According to Angstadt: “The patent pending roller-delayed action of the MDP-9 significantly reduces the weight and recoil of the gun. Making it one of the softest shooting pistol caliber [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is chattin’ with Chad, and these two gracefully aging Florida men are talking about the everyman’s P90, the Kel-Tec P-50. We all knew it was coming – the P-50 Carbine is here. For $300, you get a P-50 Carbine Kit which includes a 16″ [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…]
B&T USA has just announced the arrival of the SPC9 – Special Purpose Carbine – that combines features and characteristics from the B&T APC9, H&K MP5, and the AR-15 platforms. Critics of most blow-back operated pistol caliber carbines often note [Read More…]
9mm AK-style firearms have been mostly nonexistent until recent years. Two years ago Palmetto State Armory came out with their AK-V pistol and it has been hugely popular. Surprisingly, we have not reviewed an AK-V, that is until now. When PSA asked if we wanted to [Read More…]
“Now I Have A Machine Gun Ho-Ho-Ho”. Yes, it’s a Christmas movie and no I still can’t afford an H&K SP5 (or a genuine MP5 for that matter). That being said, I can’t even really find any of them for sale these days despite it being more [Read More…]
California has seen its fair share of ups and downs when it comes to the availability of certain arms and even ammunition within the state for private citizens. Despite the struggles, companies like Rock River Arms are doing their best to get firearms that fit within [Read More…]
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