Remember the cut down 40mm LMT grenade launcher? So it is real and it is here at SHOT Show. I spoke with an LMT representative and the reasoning and purpose behind the shorter LMT launcher was to save weight and be shorter. But for what purpose would necessitate those [Read More…]
LMT introduced the MARS-L for the civilian market in the United States this year. The MARS-L is essentially the same model that has recently been adopted by the Armed Forces of New Zealand, but without the selector switch capability. LMT also showed off their PDW carbine as well. The PDW was [Read More…]
LMT brought the new M.A.R.S. (Modular Assault Rifle System) Light carbine and the LMT M203 Grenade launcher (with dummy rounds, of course) to Industry Day at the range. This rifle has several improvements over the standard AR15, and, as recently reported by our own Nathaniel F. in this article, the [Read More…]
Among a number of interesting products on display from Lewis Machine & Tool, was an exceptionally short AR Personal Defense Weapon (PDW). Now, when we talk about short ARs, it might be in terms of barrel length, or maybe some of those different folding stock [Read More…]
Two days ago, we blogged about the New Zealand Defence Force’s promotional video sneak peak of their new service carbine, based on the Lewis Machine & Tool CQB16, which will replace the joint Australian-New-Zealand variant of the Steyr AUG in service with the [Read More…]
Lewis Machine and Tool has won a contract from the New Zealand Defense Forces to completely replace the Steyr AUG A1 with their 5.56x45mm CQB16 platform, coming on top of eight competitors. The contract is for 8,800 rifles, while the Army has around 6,500 troops. This [Read More…]
The New Zealand Army has been looking to replace their aging Steyr AUG rifles for some time. The New Zealand Ministry of Defense held trials to select a successor, competing in which were Beretta, CZ, Colt Canada, FNH, Steyr, SIG, H&K, and LMT. It was recently [Read More…]
I have always very much enjoyed the wider hood on the H&K sights and finally, Lewis Machine and Tool has stepped up to manufacturer a set of standard-height sights that fill the market void, but will leave your wallet equally void at a MSRP of $249. Available in [Read More…]
LMT had two of the coolest new products, even if most of us can’t own one of them: a modular M203 grenade launcher system. The M203 tube attaches to the system, which has a robust Picatinny rail along the “topcover”, and, at the rear of the frame, [Read More…]
Did you know that it is legal to own a grenade launcher? Yeah, that is pretty awesome. By the letter of the law you can also possess live HE grenades, but acquiring them is incredibly difficult. However a smattering of other rounds are available if you want to [Read More…]
Your eyes do not deceive you. That grip is not broken. Sam Cadle and I were able to go hands-on with the prototype variable-angle “tactical angular grip” (TAG) coming soon from LMT Developed in partnership with Hopkins Industry, LLC chaired by an active [Read More…]
Jon Stokes posted on LMT’s new rifles for 2014, but I was able to go hands-on for a bit with the new stock. It immediately elicits thoughts on MagPul’s PRS, but upon closer inspection the stock is a unique solution for those seeking that extra customization. [Read More…]
This post first appeared at AllOutdoor.com LMT is one of the premier names in hard-use, no-nonsense, ultra-reliable ARs. Unlike many AR makers who talk the military talk but only walk the civilian walk, LMT’s guns are actually standard-issue service guns for parts [Read More…]
Lewis Machine & Tool Company send out a not-so-subtle press release congratulating themselves on supplying rifles used by Royal Air Force troops doing Olympic security. I think Lewis Machine & Tool have done an excellent job in a crowded market, supplying both [Read More…]
A new pig hunting optimized AR-10 from LMT. From the press release … MILAN, IL (May 2012) – Lewis Machine & Tool Company (LMT®), an Illinois-based company that designs, prototypes and manufactures small arms, accessories and tooling components for the [Read More…]
The New Zealand Army has adopted the Lewis Machine & Tool LMT .308 AR-10 rifle as their Designated Marksman Rifle. Last year British Army also adopted the LMT 308 as a designated marksman rifle. The rifle looks to be a similar configuration to the British L129A1. [Read More…]
Photos of the L129A1 deployed in Afghanistan. Defense Review has more photos of the rifle at SHOT Show. [ Many thanks to Brent for emailing me the photos. ]
It was announced earlier this year that Lewis Machine & Tool’s 7.62mm AR-10 style rifle was selected by the British Army as their new marksmen weapon. They had the L129A1 on display at SHOT.
LMT (Lewis Machine & Tool) have developed an AR-10 version of their AR-15 CQB MRP rifle called the MTP MRP 308. Click to expand. Photo Copyright Ken Lunde. Used with permission. It uses the LMT Monolithic Rail Platform which is a one piece upper receiver and free [Read More…]
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Magpul Industries recently launched the Magpul TMAG 30 AR/M4 GEN M3, a translucent addition to their GEN M3 magazine series. This new magazine offers a translucent body with an olive drab tint, accommodating 30-rounds of 5.56×45 NATO/.223 Remington caliber [Read More…]
Did the featured image catch your attention? Do you want to know more? Well, come on in. I acquired a somewhat obscure straight pull bolt action shotgun made by C-MORE called the M26 CMC. It is a competition variant of the more popular M26 MASS. Shotguns @ TFB: Heritage [Read More…]
Welcome back to Friday Night Lights. Last week I wrote about the AGM TB75, a thermal biocular with digital night vision fusion. Well, digital night vision seems to be getting better and tonight I will show you something new from DuskEagle. The DE916 is a digital night [Read More…]
The BRN-601 Complete Upper Receiver is back. Ideal for retro builds the BRN-601 is styled after the original Colt 601 which features the classic ‘duckbill’ flash hider, a 20″ lightweight 1-12 twist barrel, a classic triangular charging handle, green [Read More…]
Are you looking to shoot the IPSC Rifle World Shoot 2024? Or just need some inspiration for your next build? In this Photo Of The Day, you will find a suggestion of ingredients and parts to use. The competition is most likely to be hosted by Finland, in northern Finland [Read More…]
During a video introducing some new products published on 31 August, Bill Geissele announced that Geissele’s submission to US SOCOM’s MRGG-S (Mid-Range Gas Gun) program had been selected. The new rifle appears to have beaten out rival designs from other [Read More…]
Who doesn’t want a giant Trijicon ACOG sight on their AR? I recently had the opportunity to peek through a Trijicon ACOG 6×48 scope with its bullet drop compensator reticle, and it’s really super bright. The eyebox is super-forgiving. The L129A1 is a [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 55! Tomorrow is Independence Day, so on behalf of everyone at TFB and TFBTV, Happy Independence Day! While this day is about celebrating the birth of our great nation, it’s also an excellent opportunity to take stock of everything [Read More…]
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM Turbo T3 5.56 rifle suppressor. Last week we discussed cleaning the YHM Phoenix rimfire suppressor. Since it is a holiday [Read More…]
Holt Works Photography produces some amazing photographs. Today we have just one photo of a Brownells 12.5” patrol rifle build. Feeling like building something similar, or do you live in an area where there are barrel length restrictions? Here are the rifle specs: [Read More…]
Riton Optics has been in the firearms glass game for a decade now. This Arizona-based operation offers a catalogue of more than three dozen models of riflescopes and red dots, along with a smattering of mounts, rings, and other parts and accessories. The [Read More…]
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