I have been getting into competition shooting over the last couple of years, but only rifle matches. That changed recently with a local pistol match. I shot a Civilian Marksmanship Program Excellence in Competition (EIC) match with both a service pistol and .22 rimfire. [Read More…]
The EG-19 is TYPE-A’s take on a modified Glock 19. It comes with a number of upgrades over a standard Glock 19 that certainly improve the overall shooting experience and feel of the pistol in my opinion. Back in December I first got my hands on the TYPE-A EG-19 [Read More…]
Back in December I first got my hands on the TYPE-A EG-19 pistol and was pretty enthralled with it. I still like this pistol overall but in the course of the past few months, a few blemishes have formed that make this pistol not as attractive to me. The EG-19 is [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…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the FAB Defense booth to see the new A.M.P. pistol chassis. The A.M.P. chassis system fits almost any pistol with a rail by using interchangeable components that interface with the rail and the grip backstrap. The A.M.P. will also work with pistol [Read More…]
Join James Reeves at IWA 2024 as he speaks with Créapeiron about their super-premium Elysien pistol. This marvel boasts a 9×19 caliber with a 19-round capacity, encapsulated in a design where nature meets innovation. With a 125mm barrel and weighing in at 1150g without the magazine, the [Read More…]
Right before Christmas, I received an exciting call from my local FFL. They had just received a TYPE-A EG-19 with my name on it. Naturally, I dropped whatever “probably important” task I was doing at the time and rushed over there to see this beauty in [Read More…]
FN America announced an expansion of their FN 509 series pistol at the 2024 SHOT Show. The expansion includes new models, limited-edition colors and configurations, and compensator kits designed to enhance recoil mitigation. These releases mark the ongoing evolution of [Read More…]
Firearms manufacturer Rock Island Armory has announced the introduction of the RIA 5.0E, a new addition to the RIA-USA series. Upgrades include, new optics cut and plates, an updated barrel with improved materials and geometry, aggressive slide serrations for easier [Read More…]
In an exciting development at the SHOT Show 2024, veteran firearm manufacturer Kahr Arms has announced their latest products the Kahr X9, a new micro double stack pistol and the AR Tommy, Thompson submachine gun based pistol caliber carbine with AR parts and Picatinny. [Read More…]
Nighthawk Custom, recognized for their high-end custom firearms, has released three new products at SHOT Show 2024: the Firehawk 10mm pistol, the ornately designed VIP Silver pistol, and the Montana Heritage rifle, the latter being a nod to their acquisition of Cooper [Read More…]
Daniel Defense has expanded its product lineup by introducing its first-ever pistol, the H9, and a new 9x19mm Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC), known as the DD PCC, at SHOT 2024. The new H9 pistol is the result of Daniel Defense acquiring the design from Hudson after its [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2024, Iver Johnson introduced a selection of new firearms, expanding its product offerings with both shotguns and a pistol. While not manufactured in the U.S., as the company’s website explains, their firearms are produced by partners in Turkey and [Read More…]
I think it’s safe to say that Heckler & Koch doesn’t need a deeper introduction to the readers of this blog. They are now introducing no less than six new variants of their VP9 pistols, now available in an optics-ready flat dark earth (FDE) [Read More…]
Springfield Armory, driven by the same exacting standards that built the Professional 1911, is thrilled to introduce the highly anticipated and advanced new TRP pistol series. Commanding attention with its meticulous hand fitting and thoughtful engineering, the TRP is [Read More…]
The new Rost Martin RM1C is something as rare as a pistol Made In Dallas, Texas. Their introductory pistol RM1C has been in development since 2020 and will be shown for the first time at SHOT Show 2024. The caliber is 9x19mm in a 4” hammer-forged barrel. The [Read More…]
Sturm, Ruger, & Company was founded by William B. Ruger and Alexander McCormick Sturm in 1949, using a small rented machine shop in Southport, Connecticut. Since launching their first pistol 75 years ago, the .22-caliber “Ruger Standard” which led to a [Read More…]
Lone Wolf Arms emerged in the early 1990s as a response to the demand for high-quality, customized firearm parts in the United States. Founded by brothers JD and Kurt Devine, Lone Wolf initially began as a small business focusing on manufacturing replacement barrels for [Read More…]
James Reeves is in Austria and is (way too) excited to present the Bubix Bro pistol. A masterpiece of Austrian design by Wilhelm Bubits, this pistol is the epitome of concealed carry excellence. Weighing just 560 grams (19.8 ounces) with an empty magazine, it offers a 12+1 round capacity, ensuring [Read More…]
Cabot Guns have introduced their first double-stack 9mm pistol, the Insurrection. According to the company, what sets the Cabot Insurrection pistol apart isn’t just its remarkable build quality; it’s the innovative features that truly make it stand out. Well, [Read More…]
The addition of the P365 to the SIG Sauer concealed carry or everyday carry (EDC) pistol lineup is a success by any measure. Once dominated by low-capacity, single-stack magazine pistols, the P365 brought a compact footprint with a large capacity into the world of [Read More…]
Beretta has launched the new 92XI Squalo Pistol. Building upon the foundation of the Beretta 92X series, this firearm boasts the X-treme S single-action only and flat-faced trigger, featuring performance DLC coated trigger components and a lightweight skeletonized [Read More…]
European American Armory has two new MC14 .380 ACP handguns that hearken back to other designs. The MC14G84 and MC14BDA are new takes on the Cheetah platform. Let’s take a look at the features. More .380 @ TFB: TFB HANDS ON: The B&T TP380 [SHOT 2023] Details [Read More…]
There is a new addition to the SIG Sauer P322 family. The new P322-COMP adds a compensator and other competition-oriented upgrades to the standard pistol. It also includes a red dot sight from the factory. SIG Sauer @ TFB: Danish National Police Select SIG Sauer [Read More…]
Last month, PTR Industries Inc., well known for their US-made G3 rifles announced that they imported Archon B Gen 2 and Gen I pistols to the US. PTR will also begin manufacturing those pistols and handle customer service within the US. They already started training [Read More…]
Strike Industries has just unveiled their new SMC BRAVO Chassis for SIG P320 pistols, which allows much more modularity than a stock pistol. For those not familiar with the SIG P320 pistol series, a major design feature is that the serialized Fire Control Unit (FCU) [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. Today we get to dive into a rather spontaneous project. This is one I’ve had on my list for a while but [Read More…]
For today’s Photo Of The Day, we have pictures of another Cabot Guns masterpiece, the Veritas & Aequitas 1911 pistol. This one-of-one custom-commissioned pistol was two years in the making. The words Veritas (truth) and Aequitas (justice) are engraved on the [Read More…]