Modern corrosion proofing techniques have largely relegated paint coatings to hobbyists looking to customize the look of their firearm. I, on the other hand, seem to have the biology of a xenomorph, and by that, I mean that I have managed to corrode a couple of my gun [Read More…]
Frequenters of the blog as well as our YouTube channel TFBTV will know that we offer our Subscribe Star and Patreon supporters patches as rewards. Upon reaching a certain dollar value our supporters are rewarded with TFB embroidered patches. Many of these patches come [Read More…]
It’s AK-47 vs. AR-15 today on The Firearm Blog. We’ve got a fun coronacollab for you today on TFBTV; James and his equally well-maned brother from another mother (possibly literally), Brandon Herrera (a.k.[47]a. “The AK Guy“) decided to have a good old fashioned YouTube [Read More…]
Yes, you guys probably already panic bought your guns, but James has advice for the Johnny-come-latelys to the gun game (and info for the next Chinese virus crisis). Background checks and gun buys were up 300% last week. There are brand new gun owners out there who panic buy firearms for the [Read More…]
In 2006 Beretta introduced the 90-TWO, a complete modernization of the 92FS pistol. But it didn’t catch on and was discontinued after only three years. Was there something wrong with it? Was it too ugly to survive? In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the 90-TWO and tries to figure out why it [Read More…]
I don’t get pumped up about many new releases anymore, but when I received the shipping notification for the SIG Sauer 716i TREAD AR-10 rifle last night, I may have gotten a little giddy. You see, I’ve never owned a .308 AR-10, so if SIG’s 716i TREAD lives up to [Read More…]
Background checks and gun buys were up 300% last week. There are brand new gun owners out there who panic buy firearms for the flugaloo without any guidance whatsoever. In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gives advice to beginners on what the best guns are for personal defense and tells you why. [Read More…]
I have never been a prepper. My modest amount of guns and gear have mostly centered around my passion for suppressors, personal defense weapons, concealed carry pistols and useful accessories. Like many of you I have bins full of gun related items that looked great on [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes the brand new Ruger PC Charger for a spin. The PC Charger is a pistol variant of the Ruger PC Carbine, much like the original Charger is a pistol variant of the 10/22. When fully kitted out with a brace and red dot, the PC Charger is a […] Read More [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves brings you episode one of “Thunder Rants”. This series captures bits and pieces of knowledge dropped by Clint Smith while James was visiting Clint at Thunder Ranch in Oregon. You’ve got gun knowledge, life knowledge, and Clint’s [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes (another) Kel-Tec P17 to the range to see if the kinks have been ironed out. Is the third time a charm? Or is Hop demonstrating a troubling inability to learn from his mistakes? Let’s find out! ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves buys himself a Molot VEPR-12 short barrel shotgun. Impressed by its reliability in previous reviews, James wants to find out if the venerable VEPR-12 and its self-regulating gas system is also reliable with the SilencerCo Salvo-12 shotgun silencer. Watch today [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop gives a sermon on the superiority of the Generation 2 Glock 19, and offends basically everyone. Is the Glock 19 Gen 2 still the best pistol Glock ever made? Of course it is, didn’t you read the title? ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 42nd 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 or unusual firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves continues the “Win the Fight” Series, a set of videos that TFBTV recorded and produced in collaboration with Thunder Ranch and in partnership with Aero Precision, EOTech, Ballistic Advantage, Brownells, and Doubletap Ammunition. This episode is a [Read More…]
SIG Sauer has announced their newest line of 3D printed silencers. This includes a host of rifles silencers, and the MODX9 and MODX45 pistol cans. The MODX45 is a modular, 3D printed, titanium silencer that allows the end users to utilize a full configuration of nine baffles down to a single baffle [Read More…]
See the entire history of the Colt Single Action Army (S.A.A.) pistol in one man’s collection! From the earliest models that were issued to the United States cavalry, to $20,000 pistols with engraving and pearl grips, and S.A.A’s that were owned by celebrities, this is an incredible [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves follows up on his prior video, “The Best Guns for the Apocalypse: Boogaloadouts Vol. I”, and talks about the 5 WORST loadouts for TEOTWAWKI. TFBTV viewers made suggestions in response to the first video, and James went through each and every one [Read More…]
Today on TFBTV, James Reeves gives an honest review of the CAA MCK Glock chassis (also made for other platforms). This device allows you to slip your handgun into a chassis that gives it SMG-like properties, and it’s an expensive gadget cooked up by real Israeli operators. But is this thing [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the new Strike Industries Mass Driver compensator to see if it’s a game changer or just a space gun gimmick. The Mass Driver is a blow forward compensator for the Glock that doesn’t require the use of a threaded barrel. If it works, it should reduce [Read More…]
From full auto machine gunning in the hottest desert to skiing into ice-cold water, TFB’s Photo Of The Day covers all possible subjects. Today we go to Finland for their Winter Warfare Course, which of course includes going for a swim. So, how brave are you? [Read More…]
Today on TFBTV, James Reeves looks at Gemtech’s quietest 9mm suppressor ever, the Gemtech Lunar 9. How does it perform on the S&W M&P 2.0 and the Heckler & Koch SP-5 / MP5? Check today’s video to see (hear?) for yourself. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gets hands on with Zastava’s new M85/Z85 Tactical, which was unveiled at SHOT Show 2020. The new M85 Tactical is a Zastava-made, Zastava-imported, and Zastava-converted 10″ .223/5.56mm “Krinkov” style AK in “pistol” format [Read More…]
Springfield Armory have announced the launch of three brand new AR pistols, in 5.56x45mm and 7.62x51mm. The SAINT pistol family is expanding to include the SAINT Edge EVAC, Edge PDW and Victor .308. Adam checked out the SAINT Edge Evac at SHOT Show, check out his [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James reviews the TSA databases and the FAA traveler traffic reports to figure out which airports found the most guns at TSA security checkpoints in 2019. While it’s easy to predict which airports may have taken the most firearms from passengers, James dives deeper, [Read More…]
The Performance Center version of the Smith & Wesson Shield 380 EZ seems like a weird idea, right? Take a pistol your mom would probably like, then add a bunch of competition bling to it, and this is the result. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the Shield 380 EZ Performance Center and tries [Read More…]
Hello everyone and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, home of the new MARC Bolt Action Pistol Chassis in 300BLK and .308WIN. Last week we discussed one of my favorite topics in the firearms world – [Read More…]
What was the best gear from SHOT 2020? In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves talks about the five best bits of kit that he liked at SHOT Show 2020. There was a LOT there – did you see anything you liked? Let us know in the comments. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE […] [Read More…]
Brannon LeBouef walks through some of the pros and cons, both actual and perceived, of the differences between a traditional “American” button magazine release and a “European” paddle release. Using the #hkvp9 and #hkvp9B to show this, he also walks through some of the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s Show Time, James reviews the BEST SMGs and pistol caliber carbines from SHOT 2020. Do you agree with his list? Why or why not? Tell us in the comments! ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if you enjoy our [Read More…]
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