In retrospect, 2023 may have been the year of the 2011. Manufacturers big and small brought out models both cheap and expensive. Relative newcomer Jacob Grey Firearms was part of that trend with the TWC 9. When they offered to send one to TFB for review, I jumped at the [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 231st edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, this is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a [Read More…]
James Reeves is at IWA 2024 to visit M-Arms. Known for their KRATOS 1911, at IWA, they release the AION. The AION is a significant innovation in the 1911 pistol category, offering numerous groundbreaking features taken from the KRATOS such as high-quality tool steel construction, precise [Read More…]
In this exclusive TFBTV interview, James Reeves takes us through the remarkable features of the STP SWAT pistols, showcased at IWA 2024. These premium firearms, available in 4.0 and 5.0 versions, boast 9×19 caliber precision, bull barrels, and an innovative aluminum grip for enhanced control. [Read More…]
James Reeves is at IWA 2024 to check out the Girsan Hunter (being imported to the US as the EAA Hunter), which is one big iron. A double stack 10mm 2011 pistol, the Girsan holds 15+1 rounds of 10mm and with a huge 6-inch barrel, this 10mm will pack a punch, and because it’s Girsan, […] [Read More…]
James Reeves visits his friend Ben at Bul Armory to talk about the new Bul Armory double stack 1911-style pistols coming for 2024 including revamps of old models, some new models, and a new mounting system. See the new and improved Bul Armory Ultralight pistol for concealed carry, the new EDC pistol [Read More…]
James Reeves is at the SDS Imports tent at SHOT Show 2024 Industry Day at the Range to talk about new MAC and Tisas 2011s being imported by SDS. These pistols are inexpensive but appear to be well-featured. Check the video and let us know in the comments if these have your interest. Shop [Read More…]
STP, or Sport Target Pistol by Prommersberger, is a renowned German manufacturer known for its high-quality 2011 pistols, crafted with precision and expertise in handgun tuning. Founded by Karl Prommersberger, a master gunsmith with over three decades of experience, STP has made a significant mark [Read More…]
Hello TFB readers. We got a chance to test and evaluate the new Oracle Arms OA 2311 pistol. This pistol has gathered quite a bit of excitement within the shooting community. It is sort of a hybrid between a 2011 and a P320. As Oracle Arms says “Duty gun [Read More…]
Accuracy X, Inc., a company known for handcrafted 1911s that typically cost more than most teenagers’ first and maybe even second cars has some new items coming to market. For those unaware, Accuracy X makes some incredibly high-end firearms. They started out with [Read More…]
James is back at IWA 2023 talking to STP (“Sport Target Pistols”) about their high-end 1911s and 2011s. In today’s episode, STP goes over the features of the extremely high-end German 2011, the STP Loki. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV apparel is [Read More…]
11 Not only have Vudoo Gun Works entered the centerfire precision rifle market with the brand new Morpheus but they also now offer a line of 1911 and 2011 pistols. The recently introduced Mobius 1911 line will soon be joined by the Priest 2011. It’s not often that [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…]
2011s have been an extremely popular option for experienced shooters to pick up whether its for competition shooting or frequent range trips. Just in the last year a number of companies have released their own variant of the 2011 platform. TYPE-A Rifles has done just [Read More…]
In the world of full-size handguns, there are countless options available at every price point imaginable. The number of options in the mid-tier or high-end market has increased exponentially in the last five years. This is especially true with the 2011 and 2011 hybrid [Read More…]
If you like the idea of the 2011 pistol and just wished you could cram all of its features and benefits down into a more practical carry-sized gun then you’re in luck today. Staccato has just announced the introduction of the new Staccato CS that comes with all [Read More…]
If handgun competitions on the weekends with a 2011 pistol is your jam, then Springfield Armory has announced a new offering to wet your whistle. Today, they have unveiled their new 1911 DS Prodigy AOS. This is a double-stack 1911-style handgun with an Agency Optic [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at IWA 2022 speaking with STP or Sport Target Pistols, German makers of high-end 1911s and 2011s for recreational and tournament shooters alike. They are pricey, but they are also of top-shelf build quality and handsome to boot. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS [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, James Reeves goes over the past year he has spent with his BUL Armory SAS II Ultra Light. James revisits and summarizes 5 range sessions that took place over a year of range testing, including pushing over a half-case of +P and +P+ hollow point 9mm ammo. But when James [Read More…]
About a year ago, Taran Tactical Innovations were fighting the Wildfires in California. After several product releases it’s safe to say that TTI are back in action. In fact, they have grown and are relocating to a larger facility close to the current one. They [Read More…]
In the world of US law enforcement, Glock has been widely accepted as the gold standard for duty guns for years. Many top federal agencies – and even the US Coast Guard – choose the highly reliable polymer-framed, striker-fired pistols, and plenty of [Read More…]
Blackwater Ammunition was showing off their new line of 2011 pistols for 2020 called the Raven series. The Raven 2011 will have two different models for duty use or competition as well as coming in both compact and full size frames. Blackwater wanted to throw their hat [Read More…]
Probably one of the coolest handguns to come out of Shot Show 2020 was Dan Wesson’s new DWX Compact chambered in 9mm. Late in 2019, Dan Wesson released its DWX pistol chambered in 9mm based off a 1911 slide on a CZ 75 frame. It may seem like a crazy idea at first, [Read More…]
On Christmas Eve, Taran Tactical celebrated Keanu Reeves’ birthday. At the same time, they unveiled what handgun Keanu will be using as he reprises his role in the upcoming John Wick 3 movie. This time John Wick has upgraded from polymer striker fired guns to a [Read More…]
Using a pistol in .22LR offers a shooter a lot of fun and an affordable way to practice your pistol skills. However it is a bit difficult to get a .22LR pistol to match your normal pistol of choice. One such example is a .22LR trainer that matches my STI Steel Master. [Read More…]
Following up their recent release of their first defensive pistol, the Titan Operator 1911, Atlas Gunworks have unveiled what they claim is “the ultimate competition pistol”, the Nemesis. The Nemesis is what Atlas describe as a “full custom 2011 in fit [Read More…]
Double Alpha Equipment from The Netherlands have released Ambidextrous Safeties with Shields for the 1911/2011 pistols. They are made out of stainless-steel with state-of-the-art Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology, and designed for use on any 2011 or 1911 pistol. [Read More…]
Dasan is a Korean manufacturer and they have been making Glock barrels well now they are making lowers for the Glock. They are starting with the Glock 19 and making their lower out of aluminum. There are some interesting designs going on in their lower. The mag [Read More…]
Magazines are widely regarded as one of the most likely points of failure in a semi-automatic firearm. It is for this reason that using quality magazines is so important for both sport shooters and those carrying a firearm for self defense. One of the better known names [Read More…]
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