Welcome everyone to the 80th 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 firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a sweet [Read More…]
Photo Of The Day – We take a quick look at the Oberland Arms OA-15 SL14 (Super Light) M-LOK in caliber .223 Remington. It weighs only 2.8 kgs or 4.4 lbs. “Argh – another one of those boring black AR15 clones” you might think. But this is the [Read More…]
Daniel Defense unveiled their new DDM4 PDW at SHOT 2020. Chambered in 300 Blackout, the new PDW is built for out of the box reliability in two configurations. On display at the Daniel Defense booth were both the pistol and SBR variants. The Daniel Defense PDW comes [Read More…]
Daniel Defense announced the next three new additions to their existing DD5 line today. Each model accepts standard Magpul SR25/M110 pattern magazines, and some are available in multiple chamberings. These include 308 Winchester, 260 Remington, and 6.5 Creedmoor. [Read More…]
Griffin Armament quietly announced a line of tubeless silencers at last week’s SHOT Show. Named the EXPLORR, the lightweight cans come in 300RUM, 6.5CM and .224, feature Griffins QD mounting system and sports a smaller footprint than other options. The Watertown, WI [Read More…]
Blowback Banshee CMMG’s Mk57 series is their line of 5.7x28mm firearms. Their “Banshee” model incorporates their shortest barrel in the caliber (5″), as well as a Tailhook PSB. All Mk57 models use CMMG’s Patent Pending Radial Delayed [Read More…]
Sometimes a firearm comes along and you just have to put it in your hands. The CMMG MkGs Banshee 9mm AR Pistol falls smack dab into that category for me. I came across one recently and with no time to shoot it or extra kidneys to buy it, I had to at least fondle it. [Read More…]
Faxon Firearms has built a reputation for making high quality, lightweight AR-15 components. With their most recent project, they quite possibly have outdone themselves by producing a factory AR-15 for consumers that weighs in under 5 Lbs. The FX5500 Ultralight AR-15 [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV’s Range Day Coverage of SHOT 2018, James visits CMMG to have a look at their new Mk4 Precision Rifle in .224 Valkirie and the new 9mm Guard AR15, which is Glock mag compatible. From CMMG’s press releases: *CMMG Mk4 .224 Valkyrie* The new CMMG Mk4 rifle in 224 [Read More…]
Strike Industries used their Facebook page to announce a potential New Year’s treat. Apparently they are developing a drop-in aluminum H&K MP5 receiver that will work with standard trigger housings. The new gun will also use standard H&K barrels, charging [Read More…]
Griffin Armament announced the company is now selling its new MK1 series of AR-15 rifles. The new rifles are designed to be top tier firearms and use a range of the company’s own components in their manufacture. There will be four basic models offered: PSD – [Read More…]
Not deterred by now highly restrictive ownership rules in Australia, a new company called Wedgetail Industries has started manufacturing semi-automatic AR-15s for domestic sale. Named after a large Australian bird of prey, the wedgetailed eagle, the company is [Read More…]
Lancer Systems is known for their high quality polymer magazines for ARs and other small arms. A few years ago, Lancer entered the accessories market with their carbon-fiber furniture and flared magwell add-on. Nowadays, Lancer Systems is making completed AR-15 and [Read More…]
SHOT 2016 Day 3 has come to an end. Below are some pictures I took during Day 3 of SHOT show. I will not be covering Day 4. Heading back to New Mexico tomorrow. Great show.
If you follow the blog you might know I have become a bit of a Strike fan boy after reviewing some of their outstanding products.I thought that a visit to their booth at SHOT was in order to not only take a look at the new stuff they will be introducing, but to put a [Read More…]
In this video, James enlists the help of retired Army Ranger, Jacque B., to review LWRC’s newest model, the M6IC-DI. Bucking LWRC’s piston-gun trend, this is a direct impingement gun with a $1500 price tag and a lot of tricks up its fluted sleeve. Thanks to our sponsor Ventura [Read More…]
In a move to broaden its appeal from its traditional base of piston-based AR’s, LWRC International has announced the release of its new Direct Impingement rifle, the LWRCI-DI. Like the basic name implies it is basically a standard rifle, but with LWRC’s [Read More…]
One of the more appealing guns at the SIG event is the new SIG MCX. The MCX comes in several variants including an SBR,Carbine and pistol. The carbine and SBR have the new skeletonized stock with buffer pad. The pistol uses the next generation pistol stock which folds [Read More…]
I had never heard of AXTS before this press release, but I am definitely intrigued by their product. I think the idea of a fully ambidextrous rifle (ready to go out of the box) is a great idea. And you get your choice of pinned muzzle device (if you are not doing it as [Read More…]
Rainer Arms has released their first complete .308 rifle, the RA-308. Outfitted with their UltraMatch billet receivers, the rifle comes complete with a corresponding 16″ (1/10″ twist) UltraMatch barrel (Shilen-blanks) and 14″ Switch .308 rail with [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 83! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking [Read More…]
Who is interested in new options for shotguns for IPSC and 3-Gun competitions? Breda America, a brand under Banshee Brands LLC, has just unveiled their latest models for competitive shooters worldwide: the Breda B12i/T4 and B12i/T4 X Competition Grade shotguns. These [Read More…]
You’re watching and reading TFB’s Photo Of The Day and we’re having a look at Watchtower Firearms‘ Navy Seal Robert O’Neill (NSRO) Rifle. Robert J. O’Neill is one of the USA’s most highly decorated combat veterans who served at SEAL [Read More…]
In the video interview at IWA 2024, James Reeves explores the Antreg ARS M4s rifle, a high-end firearm on the AR platform and similar to the HK 416. The rifle, chambered in .223 Rem, is notable for its versatility, offering 28 different variations that can be customized in terms of colors, [Read More…]
The Italian-made Weatherby SORIX line debuts in 12 and 20 gauge versions, with hand-finished paint at the company's American factory.
In September 2023, Beretta unveiled their next generation combat rifle, the project is collectively termed the ‘New Assault Rifle Platform’ or NARP. Beretta were kind enough to speak to TFB and give us a detailed rundown of the rifle, the project and its [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 79! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 225th 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 firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a [Read More…]
Montana-based Olympus Arms returns to SHOT Show’s Industry Day at the Range with their Vulcan rifle. James saw it last year and made a very popular video about it, but there are some changes that have been made and also, James wanted to know about the accuracy of this platform. The company has [Read More…]
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META Tactical, renowned globally for providing the first-ever pistol to bullpup kit, shows no sign of slowing down the innovation train; the team has recently added the Taurus G3 to their impressive lineup of products, and they introduced it at SHOT 2024. The [Read More…]
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