Dustin Ellermann recently conducted a simple test in which he shot various firearms of varying calibers through a chronograph with and without suppressors on each, in order to test their velocity. The overall findings are that, yes suppressors will increase the velocity [Read More…]
In a recent article on Guns.com shows an outlined plan for Colt Defense to get itself out of the current financial quagmire that it finds itself in these days. And no, it doesn’t involve a Native American Casino company as was proposed earlier this year in an [Read More…]
I had a chance to see the Stealth Operator holsters at the recent National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers show. The synthetic rigs were interesting as they are rigid holsters that can hold a range of different firearms securely in one single holster without [Read More…]
I knew AmmoReady was a service for ammo subscriptions (and we even posted about it last year). What I did not know is that AmmoReady provides a near turn key solution for those that are interested in setting up their own white labeled ammo subscription service. [Read More…]
Some of John Browning’s contributions to the effort of the First World War – like the M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle and the M1917 Browning Machine Gun – are well-known, but there’s one that never made it to production, or even any substantial [Read More…]
Aguila, which is a subsidiary of the TECNOS ammunition factory, has announced they’re going to be selling their shotshell line in the United States. The 54-year-old company manufactures a number of shotshells including skeet, trap, and sporting clays competition [Read More…]
Weatherby is now offering a new rifle called the Vanguard Laminate H-Bar. The new rifle carries the company’s sub-MOA accuracy guarantee (3 shots, 100 yards, premium ammunition.) The gun uses a 22″ heavy barrel that has a #3 contour. The barrel is free [Read More…]
Continuing their theme for immediate release of a laser to match a pistol (a’la R51), Crimson Trace has announced the release of their LG-479 laser system for the new RM380 handgun. Touted as the result of “behind the doors shared details” between [Read More…]
Liberty Suppressors has announced the release of their new integrally suppressed titanium version of their Leonidas platform. The new can is part of a system including components from Seekins Prevision, Lilja (a match barrel) and a NiB M16 bolt carrier group. MSRP for [Read More…]
We covered the Magpul Remington 700 Magazine Well in a previous TFB post where Magpul said they would be releasing the product this past summer. However, delays must have occurred because it is now November and they are just now releasing it for sale. There is no [Read More…]
Welcome to another Friday Field Strip. Watch the Field Strip video below, then read the article below… The Thompson submachine gun is perhaps one of the most recognizable and important American firearms of all time. Most people in the United States could recognize the “Tommy Gun” [Read More…]
Adam Roth, owner and founder of Aridus Industries, tried to start a crowdfunding campaign to fund the molds to have his shotgun Quick Detach Carriers injection molded. He ran into a snag. All of the crowdfunding sites turned down his proposal. So he is trying to raise [Read More…]
Too often I am confronted with the question “why do you have so many old guns?”. Well, the answer is pretty simple, and I lay it out quickly in a three minute video. Modern firearms have their place, but shooting antiques is definitely more my style. Please remember to subscribe to our [Read More…]
Liberty Ammunition will announce a new .308 Win load later this month. The new ammo will use a 100 grain monolithic copper hollow point that is nickel plated. Muzzle velocity is said to be greater than 3,500 fps. For the .308 Win, this is a light bullet. The lightest [Read More…]
Top New Zealand blogger Cam Slater sent us this video of his teenage daughter hunting Sika deer. In the video she is armed with a Tikka M88, rechambered in .260 Remington, and shoots at a Sika hind 300 yards away. You can hear the muffled shot, then silence, [Read More…]
If you’re like me and enjoy having various accessories for your shotguns, you might be interested in the newest addition from Mesa Tactical. Their new item is called the SureShell Shotshell Carrier and is just what it sounds like, a holder for shotshells on your [Read More…]
DPMS/Remington/AAC came out to Big 3 East and they brought out their G2 rifles. The G2 is the smallest and lightest 308 MSR on the market. The G2 308 rifle is the same size as a 223 AR but only the magwell is bigger. The bolt carrier is 20% smaller than a traditional [Read More…]
Mike writes … A photo of me taking part in one of my favorite pastimes: Cowboy Action Shooting. This was taken in Jackson New Jersey with the Jackson Hole Gang. I’m wearing a brace of 1858 Remingtons with .45 conversions (pistols made by Uberti), and [Read More…]
Turns out one can take a 1911 to “pretty darn cold” and the the handgun will keep on trucking. Brass Fetcher Ballistics Testing took the time and equipment to put the platform through an extreme test, opting to share the video of the frosted handgun all [Read More…]
Obviously I’m not asking the reader if they are a dummy. The topic of this article is about Dummies, Snap Caps, and other assorted types of simulated non firing ammunition. Dummies are an extremely important tool when used correctly. Unfortunately I don’t think they [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James runs Tactical RX’s prescription shooting glasses through a battery of tests to compare them to generic prescription lenses and frames. How much protection do you get from standard frames and lenses, and how much better are ballistic-rated optics such as the [Read More…]
Merkel announced a new bolt action rifle aimed at American hunters: the R15. The rifles will be available with either a synthetic stock or a walnut stock. Specifications magazine – detachable, 3 round (2 round in magnum calibers) 22″ barrel (24″ in [Read More…]
Deep South Precision, Inc., a company that makes it its business to specialize in the customization of its rifles, will be producing MSRs in Mossy Oak. The camo finish use is the result of an agreement Deep South struck with Hass Outdoors, Inc., the company that owns [Read More…]
LIke the previously published Remington video, I am always amazed at the industry behind manufacturing firearms, especially pre-CNC. In this installment, Springfield Armory is showcased in true 1950’s video style with all pre-CNC machines. Those looking for rare [Read More…]
Paul Mauser, the person who with his brother was chiefly responsible for the excellent line of Mauser bolt-action rifles that even today are the pattern for almost all modern bolt-action designs, lost an eye in 1901 during testing of a self-loading rifle which had an [Read More…]
Gunbroker.com has released their best-sellers list, outlining the top 5 best-sellers for various categories of guns. Categories include both new and used and range from semi-auto pistols to revolvers to O/U shotguns and bolt-action rifles. There are a few surprises in [Read More…]
Browning partnered with Winchester to develop a complete line of ammunition. No word yet on the calibers and bullet designs. This represents a large shift for Browning, and their owners FNH USA, into the profitable ammunition sector. Why make money only when you sell a [Read More…]
At the 2015 SHOT Show, Howa introduced a new rifle action: the mini action. It is 12% shorter than a standard short action, suggesting that the rifles can weigh less, and a shooter may be able to cycle the bolt faster. At introduction, Howa made rifles chambered in .204 [Read More…]
My friend Adam Roth of Aridus Industries asked me to help him test his Quick Detach Carriers aka QDC as a competitive shooter. It started with the Remington 870 QDC Adapter. These prototype carriers are made of machined delrin and an aluminum back plate. The [Read More…]
Riding on the enormous popularity of the AR15 post we recently completed concerning the feedback from Battlefield Las Vegas, we’re now bringing to you the handgun section that the manager, Ron has so diligently posted up on AR15.com. I’ve combined all of his [Read More…]
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