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Buy it at Ventura Munitions: Hornady .300 AAC 190gr Sub-X Subsonic We shoot Hornady .300 AAC 190gr Sub-X Subsonic ammunition from an AR15.com upper with a 8″ 1:7″ twist barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure velocity, penetration, expansion/fragmentation, and retained [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James meets with Ryan Hicks of FIME Group. FIME imports European handguns and rifles. Ryan explains what the VEPR AK is – a 100% Russian AK that is legally imported to the US in common and odd hunting calibers. Moreover, due to Russian sanctions, no more are being [Read More…]
Steel Targets can be an awesome addition to any training regime, whether it be for self-defense, long distance shooting, any sort of competition, or just plain bragging rights at the range with buddies. Due to their reactive “CLANG”, steel targets give shooters instant feedback on [Read More…]
y it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/hornady-357-magnum-140gr-ftx-ammo-25-rounds/ We shoot Hornady .357mag 140gr FTX Leverevolution ammunition from a Rossi M92 lever action carbine with a 16″ barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure velocity, penetration, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James compares the $400-$500 Glock 17 to the lowly $100-$150 Hi-Point C9 (seriously). Both of these are black, semiautomatic handguns chambered in 9mm, but that’s about where the similarities end. It’s safe to assume that the much more expensive Glock is [Read More…]
There certainly exist a large number of myths and misconceptions about small arms in Afghanistan. Everything from the names of certain firearms available to how they are perceived in the country has been over exaggerated or hyped up to the point of no return. Surprisingly there are almost as many [Read More…]
Today on TFBTV, James drinks beer sent in by you while reading letters sent in by you. On today’s show: – JonesBros Designs – Gun-related t-shirt designers https://www.etsy.com/shop/JonesbrosDesign – Active Pro Gear holsters – Belly Bands: I have been using the [Read More…]
Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/hornady-357-magnum-140gr-ftx-ammo-25-rounds/ We shoot Hornady .357 mag 140gr FTX Leverevolution ammunition from a S&W Model 13L with a 4″” barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure velocity, penetration, [Read More…]
Mike takes a look at the main differences between the .303 Lee-Enfield SMLE of WW1 fame and the later No.4 rifles. What makes the No.4 better and cheaper than its predecessor? ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» Lee-Enfield SMLE No.1 Mk.3 Mk.III .303 Lee-Enfield No.4 .303 Lee-Enfield No.7 .22 ««« [Read More…]
Mike takes a look at the wierd and wonderful model 1895 Nagant revolver. This overly-complicated Russian, later Soviet, gas seal revolver was made in its millions in caliber 7.62x38R, and served from 1895 until fairly recently. What’s the deal with this piece? ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James gives you a quick rundown and comparison of three popular 7.62×39 piston operated rifles: The Zastava “Yugo” M70 (i.e. the “AK-47”), the IWI Galil ACE, and the Ruger Mini-30. After a brief overview of these guns, James puts these rifles in [Read More…]
We shoot 5.56mm IMI 77gr OTM ammunition from an AR15.com AR15 with a 10.5″ 1:7″ twist barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure velocity, penetration, expansion/fragmentation, and retained weight. If you aren’t already subscribed to us, you’re missing great [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James reviews the Beretta APX in 9mm. The Beretta APX was Beretta’s striker-fired entry into the MHS competition to replace the service pistol of the US Armed Forces. Now, it’s making its presence known in the civilian market. In addition to an overview, James [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James opens more mail from viewers in the scorching New Orleans heat. Today, we receive packages from: – Justified Warfare Solutions – “High Quality and High Value Kydex Holsters” COUPON CODE FOR 10% OFF ALL ORDERS IS “TFBTV” [Read More…]
Last week we looked at the Stoner 86/ARES LMG-1 in depth while at the Institute of Military Technology in Florida. This week we are comparing the older design to the much more modern Knight’s Armament 5.56x45mm NATO Light Assualt Machine Gun (LAMG) that the company brought to SHOT Show last [Read More…]
Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/hornady-38-special-90gr-ftx-critical-defense-lite-ammo-25-rounds/ We shoot Hornady .38spl 90gr FTX Critical Defense ammunition from a Smith & Wesson Model 638 with a 2″ barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure [Read More…]
If you aren’t already subscribed to us, you’re missing great content! Click here to subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKbs5xffaEzzdKdPZvfhdQ?sub_confirmation=1 Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/federal-hydra-shok-deep-9mm-135gr-hp-ammo-20-rounds/ We [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James reviews the Galil ACE in 5.56mm/.223. The Galil is Israel’s answer to the AK47, but a sleeker, more modernized version. Taken directly from IWI’s brochure: “The modernized Galil ACE is based upon the reliable mechanism of the original Galil rifle [Read More…]
If you aren’t already subscribed to us, you’re missing great content! Click here to subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKbs5xffaEzzdKdPZvfhdQ?sub_confirmation=1 Testing a Shot Stop NIJ Level IIIA Backpack Panel with 10mm and .223 Remington. ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» EAA [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James tackles what he believes to be the five best submachineguns, sub guns, pistol caliber carbines, and PDWs (personal defense weapons) in 9mm. It’s a tricky list with a thick field, but James brings his Top 5 choices for small 9mm carbines to you this week. [Read More…]
If you aren’t already subscribed to us, you’re missing great content! Click here to subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKbs5xffaEzzdKdPZvfhdQ?sub_confirmation=1 Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/federal-le-9mm-147gr-hst-jhp-p9hst2-ammo-50-rounds/ We [Read More…]
We shoot Federal 9mm 135gr Hydrashok Deep ammunition from a Glock Model 22 with a 4.5″ LWD 9mm conversion barrel into Clearballistics ballistic gel to measure velocity, penetration, expansion/fragmentation, and retained weight. Results: Bare gel: Penetration: 19.6″, 19.0″ [Read More…]
Previously we looked at some of the very modern stores that sell numerous Turkish models in Kabul but in this episode, we look at some of the older small arms that are considered antiques but still legal to purchase (although ammunition is somewhat of a gray area). For that purpose, we went to one [Read More…]
In this episode, TFBTV’s Corey Wardrop takes a look at the HK45 Tactical. A more-managable derivative of the HK USP, the HK45 boasts a 10-round magazine, night sights, standard Picatinny rail, and threaded barrel. We test three types of ammo, discuss some of the available options, and look at [Read More…]
The Afghan Long Rifle, or more commonly known in the West as a “Jezail” struck free into General Elphinstone’s combined British and Indian Army of 1841 and 1842 as soldiers were shot down from hundreds of meters beyond the effective range of their own smoothbore muskets. The [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves delivers two rounds to the X and 150+ get right summer jams to your face, head, and neck area. We discuss several unorthodox methods of carrying a gun with shorts and a tee and no belt, just in time for summer CCW. (Sorry, no zap.) It’s a challenge [Read More…]
For those of you who already know what Discord is, here’s the permanent invite to the chat room: https://discord.gg/nRCWaNX For those of you who don’t know what Discord is – no doubt, all of you know what a chat room is. That’s Discord, more or [Read More…]
In this special episode of TFBTV, Jim G. delves into the crazy world of FarCry 5 and compares the arms of the digital realm to their real-world counterparts. 🔫🔫 GUNS IN THIS VIDEO 🔫🔫 Cobray MAC-11/9 SIG P226 9mm Remington ACR Romanian SAR Romanian Draco SBR 💖💖 SPONSORS 💖💖 [Read More…]
Exhibition rifle drill is a relatively new sport, starting to becoming popular in the 1970s and 1980s among JROTC and ROTC drill competitions. Today it occupies a vast amount of programs across the United States and continues to expand every year from the High School to the collegiate and even [Read More…]
If you aren’t already subscribed to us, you’re missing great content! Click here to subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKbs5xffaEzzdKdPZvfhdQ?sub_confirmation=1 Buy it at Ventura Munitions: https://www.venturamunitions.com/speer-le-9mm-147gr-gold-dot-hp-53619-50-rounds/ We [Read More…]
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