Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 61! As your gun collection grows, so does the budget for your ammunition. I find that despite the fact that I buy a lot of guns chambered in odd cartridges, I still end up always buying more of the standards – 9mm, 5.56, and 22LR. [Read More…]
Cabot Guns have added another masterpiece to their OAK (One-Of-A-Kind) Collection of deluxe 1911-style pistols. Dubbed the St Michael’s Banderole, this 9mm pistol is made of Damascus steels from Jason Morrisey and Robert Eggerling, is fitted with meteorite-made [Read More…]
Our in-house rimfire junkie (not seeking rehab for his addiction either) – Luke Cuenco – has fired and covered the CCI Clean-22 ammunition series extensively. The advanced polymer-coating that CCI deploys coupled with freaky fast velocities like Jimmy Johns [Read More…]
The Kimber K6s was dubbed the world’s lightest 6-shot .357 Magnum revolver at the time of its launch and has only been succeeded slightly by the ever-so-slightly smaller K6s revolver. However, what the K6xs lacks is a true rear iron sight. Last time we did an XS [Read More…]
In an unlikely partnership that some might say is out of this world, Viridian Weapon Technologies and Optics Planet have partnered together to craft some OPMOD One-Piece 30mm scope mounts perfect for all of your sporting rifles, AKs, AR-15s, and much more. These are [Read More…]
The full force of the intense summer heat is out this year and I’m looking for almost any way to stave off the sweat before we finally make it to fall. One way I’ve found that works well is to just not go outside and instead take more time to restock and [Read More…]
Hello readers. Did you enjoy reading last week’s article about Gibbous Outfitters’ MP5K upgrades? This week we take a look at ANVIS alternatives. Specifically, the AVS-6 (V2) and PVS-23. These are goggles based on the ANVIS design but have very specific use [Read More…]
Israel’s Ministry of Defense has contracted with Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) for an unspecified number of X95 bullpup rifles. The announcement from IWI explains that the contract will see ‘additional thousands’ of Micro Tavors supplied for the [Read More…]
One-piece scope mounts with integrated rings simplify the mounting process. They’re often more durable, weigh less, and this virtually guarantees you performance under the harshest conditions. MDT has just announced the introduction of its own 35mm one-piece scope [Read More…]
AK-74 magazines have become increasingly expensive over the last few years. These days, surplus Bulgarian mags often retail for more than $50. Thankfully, the commercial market is stepping up to the plate with new options. This article is an examination of three of [Read More…]
Friday night is here and you know what that means, Friday Night Lights! Last week we took a look at a very rare and obscure thermal spotter, the Elbit CORAL-SD. Well, today might be even more rare and obscure. The Optics 1 ECOSI (Enhanced Clip-On SWIR Imager) is a [Read More…]
Arken Optics has created a name for itself in the affordable optics space. Up until now, their offerings were all in higher magnification ranges like 4-16x, 6-24x, and 5-25x. Their new EP8 LPVO bucks that trend. More Optics @ TFB: TFB Review: The Vortex Strike Eagle [Read More…]
My first handgun was on sale when I bought it. Starting your journey into firearms can be tough when you’re young. Shooting is an expensive activity. However, there comes a point in every shooter’s life when they have the resources to make a more substantial [Read More…]
James is at GunCon 2023 with Radian, perhaps one of the most innovative quality accessory manufacturers (and creator of the popular Raptor charging handle) to see their new optic plate system for the Glock MOS and Walther PDP series of pistols. The Guardian plate is unique in that it isn’t JUST a [Read More…]
As we gear up for Independence Day this year, let’s stop and take a minute to be thankful for this great country we have – specifically because of arms. There is an interesting quote that floats around on the internet that I often like to think of when it [Read More…]
Trijicon’s optics and specifically its line of ACOGs (Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight) are known across the globe for being one of the toughest magnified optics on the planet. Designed specifically for medium-range engagements, selected by both the Marine Corps [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Podcast Roundup 90, where we aim to not only celebrate our passion for firearms but also honor the spirit of fatherhood. With Father’s Day this coming Sunday, what better way to pay further homage to all the firearm-loving, gun-toting dads out there [Read More…]
The laws of physics can be so annoying. As much as we’d like to be perfect shooters every time, there are universal rules that we fight against. A great example of this is recoil. Isaac Newton famously wrote, “To every action, there is always opposed an equal [Read More…]
How many Americans own guns? What kind of guns do they own? How many guns do they own? The 2021 National Firearm Survey by William English, Ph.D. at Georgetown University, sought to answer these questions and more. So let’s take a look at what the survey found. [Read More…]
North Forest Arms, a company located in Burlington, NC, makes interesting pistol night sights called Dual Picture sights. The rear sight of Dual Picture sights is a large aperture with a notch cut on top and tritium dots on its sides. The front sight houses a tritium [Read More…]
In the world of micro pistols, there’s a wide variety of options on the market today. Things get tricky when you start going into the lower-budget options and finding a reliable choice for everyday carry becomes harder. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not [Read More…]
SIGHTRON is proud to introduce its latest optic, the S-TAC 1-4.5×24 SR1 LPVO riflescope, designed to revolutionize your competitive shooting experience. This high-performance riflescope is meticulously engineered for use in Civilian Marksmanship Program’s [Read More…]
XS Sights is proud to present its new R3D Kimber Night Sights for the recently updated K6s Revolver line which now includes the much lighter K6xs (for eXtra Small). These new sights offer a solution for Kimber K6s revolver owners seeking improved sight visibility and [Read More…]
Recently, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives published a major report entitled the National Firearms Commerce And Trafficking Assessment (NFCTA). This report looked at the state of the firearm industry in the United States. It contains information [Read More…]
Springfield Armory continues to expand its lineup of 1911 pistols with the Operator 9mm. Springfield’s Operator series needs little introduction and dates back several years. This latest version is a steel-framed, railed 9mm option. Springfield Armory @ TFB: [Read More…]
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 51, Mother’s Day edition. As we celebrate the amazing mothers in our lives, we also want to make sure they have everything they need to protect themselves and their families. Whether you’re a mom who loves to hit the range or [Read More…]
The Photo Of The Day can be chosen for a variety of reasons. It may be because of its aesthetic qualities, its newsworthiness, its emotional impact, or its technical excellence. Some Photos Of The Day features have a specific theme, such as nature, architecture, or [Read More…]
Mission First Tactical, or MFT for short, produces a wide variety of firearms-related components and accessories. From buttstocks and grips, to rail systems and muzzle devices, to holsters and more, their product catalogue covers a fair amount of ground. Among [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the 188th 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…]
Looking to add some variety to your gun collection? Well, look no further than the Colt All American 2000 – the gun that’s more American than apple pie and bald eagles combined! Okay, maybe not quite, but this quirky little pistol is definitely worth taking [Read More…]