In this episode of TFBTV’s coverage of #TriggrCon2019 , James visits the Polymer 80 booth to get the run down on their new complete Glock-pattern pistols. Polymer 80 now offers all the parts needed to build a Glock style pistol from scratch, and will soon be offering complete pistols with no [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s coverage of TriggrCon 2019 , James visits the SIG Sauer booth to talk about the new SIG Sauer P320 X5 Legion. The P320 X5 Legion’s tungsten infused polymer frame combines the recoil damping of a polymer frame, with the weight and stability of a metal frame. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews a pre-release version of the NEW IWI Masada pistol. The Masada is a 17+1 capacity 9mm handgun similar to the Glock 17, but does it perform similarly to Glock’s wonder-9? In this episode of TFBTV, James gives you the details with a full range [Read More…]
Welcome to Mailroom #24, where James Reeves opens your terrible fan mail. Want to send something in? TFBTV Mail Room: PO BOX 52288 New Orleans, LA 70152 ««« PATREON GIVEAWAYS »»» Go to http://tfbtv.gun.team for details on our monthly gun giveaway. TFBTV is giving away one gun a month to a [Read More…]
In this video, Brannon LeBouef, of NOLATAC and St Bernard Indoor Shooting Center, takes an early look at a prototype Naroh Arms N1 sub-compact 9mm pistol. Brannon, James, and Ryan try out this early version of the pistol. While Brannon is not a fan of “long stroke double action [Read More…]
The 5.56x45mm Carmel was introduced recently by IWI Israel. We haven’t really gotten a chance to get our hands on one until now when we caught up to IWI in Tel Aviv, Israel. No word yet on whether or not the rifle would be introduced to the U.S. commercial market but it does look like [Read More…]
Canik has been making affordable Walther clones for years, but with the recent introduction of the ONE Series of value-priced TP9 variants, they’ve officially entered the “cheap” territory. Are the ONE series pistols a better value than the full priced variants? Are the TP9SFL and [Read More…]
Yes, I know, Firearms, Not Politics, but my friends at the American Suppressor Association need your help. Raising awareness, fighting ignorance and protecting the rights of NFA owners across the U.S. takes money. There are approximately 24 hours left in the ASA’s [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gives a full review and comparison of the SIG P365XL against its predecessor from last year, the SIG P365. To make things interesting, SIG sent along a prototype RomeoZERO optic for James to run on the new optics-ready P365XL. Is the XL worth a look or an [Read More…]
Shooting for the peak A term we often bandy about here at TFB is “peak handgun”, also known as the Glock 19. It is the ubiquitous, somewhat unavoidable baseline of a compact, striker fired pistol. Other handguns in this category, especially new ones, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the Rex Delta, a reasonably priced 15+1 striker-fired 9mm handgun clearly geared towards inching in on the Glock 19 market share. But how does it compare to the Glock 19? What does this Slovenian pistol do differently or better? We find out today. [Read More…]
Hot off the wire is the news that the sale of Savage Arms, to a financial buyer, has been completed for $170M. The possibility of Savage Arms leaving Vista Outdoors has been discussed for more than a year, with discussions starting after a business transformation plan [Read More…]
Summer Jam Playlist 2019!!! https://open.spotify.com/user/1246539487/playlist/7zxOhorKlLj8LLc5VDEgB5?si=NoLFkkW2RoeCVoUYQeJ-Wg In this episode of TFBTV, James celebrates America’s Independence Day by restoring a classic American pistol to its full glory for…just five dollars??!? Ok, so maybe [Read More…]
In this “Guns of SOCOM” episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the SIG P226 Mk25 “Navy” edition from SIG Sauer. James further discusses the history behind the SIG P226 Mk25 “Navy” (and its predecessor, the Mk24) and the history of the Navy SEALs’ selection [Read More…]
This guest post is written by John B Mulloy, a firearms enthusiast and collector who shares his firsthand experience of importing antique firearms from Europe. John tells us about the importation processes that he went through and gives us tips on what to look for and [Read More…]
The Speer Gold Dot G2 line of hollow-point ammunition has been a staple for law enforcement and now it is finally available for the commercial market! Shooters have their choice of 3 predictable suspects in either 9mm, .40 S&W or .45 ACP. For 3 years now law [Read More…]
Precision Rifle Network reviews the CZ457 22LR Pro Varmint. Amazing little rifle is a tac driver with a ton of great features for less than $600.00! Check out the tiny groups from this thing. ««« PATREON GIVEAWAYS »»» TFBTV is giving away one gun per month to a randomly selected $5-level (and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, it’s Reeves…James Reeves, looking at the ultimate modern-day spy gun, the SIG P365 with a Dead Air Odessa-9 silencer. Why does James think that this is the best contemporary spook combo? James tells you in this video and says the word “package” a [Read More…]
The Winchester 1897 Rides Again as the pump-action shotgun in Red Dead Redemption 2. In this first video in a series on the guns of Red Dead Redemption 2, we take a look at the game’s Lancaster pump-action modeled after the venerable Winchester 1897. In the video, we test fire a Model 1897 12 [Read More…]
Late last month, Century Arms successfully defended against a motion to dismiss filed its XTech Tactical lawsuit. The order means that Century’s lawsuit against XTech can continue. The matter involves a waffle patterned AK47 magazine design that Century alleges was [Read More…]
Welcome to the Military Surplus Arms installment of the First Firearm series. For those not familiar with the series, we cover a different aspect of firearms and give you things to consider if it’s to be your very first firearm ever or the first of the type of firearm [Read More…]
A news article with a heading that is fit for satire is unfortunately true. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE or ATF) is often tasked with the destruction of firearms that are no longer serviceable as duty weapons or are obtained through [Read More…]
Hello everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, saving your hearing one weekend at a time since 2017. Last week we talked about the use of suppressors by criminals – a unicorn-sighting type event in comparison to all other violent crime in the United [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV #Mailroom No. 23, James celebrates 1,000 Patreon Patrons with a Galil ACE giveaway as well as other special announcements. As usual, James opens your garbage mail, answers your questions, and drinks beer to numb the pain. ««« PATREON GIVEAWAYS »»» TFBTV is giving away [Read More…]
Firearms instructor, police officer, Marine Corps veteran, private military contractor, and use of force expert Brannon LeBouef takes us through the what and why of his every day carry. A little more than a pocket dump, Brannon LeBouef of NOLATAC explains his gear selection for life in New Orleans, [Read More…]
The world of firearms is constantly evolving with new trends and fresh popular styles. While shooting guns long distances is not something new, the popularity of it quite possibly has never been stronger. Being able to push technology and an individual shooter’s [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Andrew reviews the TNW Aero Survival Pistol in 10mm with 10.25″ barrel and SB Tactical SOB brace, including brutal dirt test, velocity results, and ballistic gel testing. High-speed camera Courtesy of Aimed Research https://www.aimed-research.com/high-s… [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the Full Conceal M3D, which is a folding Glock 19. Full Conceal has somehow managed to stir up controversy over this product because social media operators claim that the folding Glock concept is tactically unsound. We look past the debate in this [Read More…]
Check out this review of the CZ Shadow 2 and the Dan Wesson ECP Tactical, both in 9mm. We shoot them for accuracy at 25 yards as well as just banging some steel for fun. Which one would you choose? ««« PATREON GIVEAWAYS »»» Go to http://tfbtv.gun.team for details on our monthly gun giveaway. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the new Ruger Security 9 Compact against the Glock 26. Both of these guns are similar: Polymer framed subcompact pistols sporting a 10+1 capacity in 9mm. Both are from good companies. But the Glock 26 costs almost twice as much as the Ruger Security 9 [Read More…]
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