In this video, I give Larry Vickers a quick rundown of an SVCh DMR in 7.62×54. If you have any problems with the video, here is the direct link: https://kalashnikov.media/en/media/videolibrary/4522395 At the moment, SVCh is still a prototype and undergoing testing at both the factory and [Read More…]
Every field has its own mysteries and mystifications. And if we are talking about the history of Soviet small arms, the biggest puzzle is the notorious AKMSU. If you look it up on Russian gun websites, you can find a lot of fascinating information, for example: The [Read More…]
Today’s Picture(s) Of The Day are from the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service, with the focus on Kalashnikovs in the hands of US soldiers. The top picture is taken by Senior Airman Ryan Conroy and shows U.S. Marines and Airme, as they fire [Read More…]
At a recent amnesty program held by the Israeli Defense Forces, a first model Dror in .303 British turned up along with a number of other small arms that had been surrendered as part of a drive to return historical small arms from IDF veterans or otherwise. In this [Read More…]
According to an article by Stephen Chow of the South China Morning Post, China is making a “Laser AK47” that can set fire to targets one kilometer away. Ok, yes I know it is NOT an AK-47. I am quoting the source and the source clearly does not know what an [Read More…]
In a move that is both shocking and unsurprising at the same time, the video hosting powerhouse YouTube has terminated Brownells’ channel citing violations of their “community guidelines”. In the professional business of gunsmithing, tools, parts supply, [Read More…]
Due to ever-increasing import restrictions, the supply of quality, foreign made AK patterned rifles and pistols has been reduced to a trickle. Luckily, our friends at Atlantic Arms have been working with Arms Of America to import Polish made 7.62×39 pistols with [Read More…]
AR-15 pistols are all the rage these days, especially those chambered in pistol caliber rounds that accept Glock magazines. The Sig Tac SB15 was the first pistol stabilizing arm brace on the market. It kick-started a new trend and lots of controversies along the way. [Read More…]
Recently The Freedom Shoppe in Connecticut was visited by the ATF over possible NFA violations. According to Victor Benson, proprietor of The Freedom Shoppe, the ATF is measuring his firearms with the brace folded and declaring his firearms as illegal AOWs. Based [Read More…]
Yeah, yeah – “Firearms, no Politics…” but this is AFRICA! We have a “Killer Bandit” problem. There is continuing debate on the usefulness of firearm restriction and gun control, especially in the repressed cultures of Africa, and [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James reviews the Galil ACE in 5.56mm/.223. The Galil is Israel’s answer to the AK47, but a sleeker, more modernized version. Taken directly from IWI’s brochure: “The modernized Galil ACE is based upon the reliable mechanism of the original Galil rifle [Read More…]
It is that time of year again, when we reflect on all the times we have under appreciated the mothers in our lives. And now you think you can make up for 364 days of neglecting your most cherished relationships with a generic greeting card or some imported flowers in a [Read More…]
Although soldiers in Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are most commonly seen carrying M16 rifles and M4 carbines made in the United States, the Israel Military Industries (IMI) Galil was their official rifle for almost two decades. During the Six Day War In 1967, the IDF [Read More…]
I stumbled across Komatsu Factory from his custom Multicam samurai armor (shown below). While looking for more information about the custom Cordura armor, I discovered a treasure trove. Komatsu had documented some of the build of this custom sewn armor along with an [Read More…]
Last month, TFB published the “March Gatness” tournament – a readers’ choice bracket tournament to determine which rifle, revolver, and handgun is the best of the best (or at least the readers’ favorite). The winners will be featured in a TFBTV video. To vote, [Read More…]
What does an average person know about the Pakistani weapons and the military-industrial complex? Nothing. Ordinary people are not interested in this kind of weird stuff. OK, so what does an average gun enthusiast know about Pakistani weapons? Probably not much either. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James discusses (and busts) four of the most popular AK-47 myths with the help of Mishaco and Karl from InRange TV. Is the AK as 10+ MOA inaccurate as people say? Is it as reliable as legend tells us? Are they cheap to make? And what’s the deal with shooting [Read More…]
Opening in theaters on March 9th is 7 Days In Entebbe – a Focus Features film based on the actual events of Operation Thunderbolt – a hijacking/hostage crisis and subsequent counter-terror rescue mission in 1976. Lead by two German and two [Read More…]
HERA Arms of Germany will be presenting a long list of news as IWA Germany 2018 opens the doors. They can be found in Hall 7, stand 536. Please note that some parts may not be available in the USA straight away. This is the first batch of new products, we will get back [Read More…]
Will a lowly backpack full of books beat an “assault rifle” loaded with military-grade ammo? In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves tests an SBR H&K MP5, an AK-47, and an AR-15 against a lightly loaded bookbag to find out if books are more effective than body armor against guns. [Read More…]
The Arsenal ARS30-1 made its public/dealer debut at the 2017 NASGW Wholesaler Expo in San Antonio, Texas. Made by Gemtech, the ARS30 is obviously purpose-built for the AK47/AK74 platform but is capable of withstanding a variety of calibers and barrel lengths. Constructed of titanium, it weighs in at [Read More…]
Found this in a Facebook AK group. I have seen some clever toilet advertising, usually at SHOT Show and it was an ad for Cerakote. But this is a first. I asked Hrachya for help in translating the text. We had hoped there would be some humorous text, but unfortunately it [Read More…]
ETS is best known for their translucent Glock magazines. Last year they came out with their CAM Loader magazine loader. I reviewed the CAM Loader last year. They have addressed one of the issues I had with the CAM Loader. The probem is that it only worked with 9mm and [Read More…]
With the launch of so many new AR15/AR10/PCC firearms and accessories at SHOT Show this year, there’s one company introducing a new accessory that would be easy to overlook… Precision Armament brought 2 new types of washers to SHOT Show 2018. They may be [Read More…]
Palmetto State Armory debuted their new AK-47 chambered in 9mm at the 2018 SHOT Show. They’re calling it the PSAK-9. The model they had on display was using MP5 mags but they are also going to release a model that uses Glock mags as well. They also have plans for [Read More…]
Last week we saw a rather DOPE tattoo. While the DOPE tattoo has its issues, it is functional and on the forearm. Here is a tattoo of an AK47 a guy’s face. He already has brass knuckles on his neck. The tattoo was done by Chris Young Stathakis, a Florida tattoo [Read More…]
Here is a video posted by Vaporwar on Facebook. It has some fantastic slow motion video clips of firearms being fired. They have: PSM STG-44 AK47 FAL M249 I probably missed one or two. I liked seeing the bolt of the STG-44 unlocking as it chambers a cartridge then [Read More…]
I will come right out and say it: I’m in love with Pelican Cases. For 20 years I’ve used Pelicans in all shapes and sizes to carry gear around the world. The are strong, secure, water tight and have a variety of internal organization options. But since they are [Read More…]
Recent evidence has suggested that there is an uptick of mounting evidence to suggest that rebels in the Jammu and Kashmir province of Northeastern India are slowly trading their traditionally used 7.62x39mm Kalashnikov patterned derivatives for 5.56x45mm M4 [Read More…]
Krebs Custom has introduced a new AK handguard set with M-LOK accessory attachment slots. We are used to seeing this company’s rails with KeyMod. In order to find out whether this new model means a launch of an entire line of M-LOK handguards or is it going to [Read More…]
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