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[SHOT 2022] The Retro Roundup Retro guns have been undergoing a renaissance lately, with an increasing number of manufacturers offering firearms that appeal to more classic tastes. Many SHOT Show 2022 vendors displayed wares of interest for the carry handle gang or [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits with the guys at DSA to talk about their new Heavy FAL, a US-manufactured, spot-on clone of the Belgian FALO rifle (with a cameo from Ian of Forgotten Weapons). Also demo’d for this video is DSA’s Israeli clone M4 for those Tzahal enthusiasts [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews DSA’s unusual new FALs – Israeli (or “Izzy”) FALs built on extremely rare Israeli Light FAL parts kit. These kits were uncommon, almost unheard-of, in the United States up until this point, so it was quite a surprise to see that [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Jimmy Grant discusses the guns from hit video game series, “PlayerUnknown’s: BattleGrounds”, and compares them to their real-life counterparts. ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» DSA Voyager 18 BCM AR-15 20in Chinese SKS Desert Tech SRS Covert Colt M16A1 [Read More…]
Having worked on antique firearms in the past, I really appreciate the modularity and ease of repair that modern firearms have. This is especially true in the case of the AR-15 platform. That being said, quality parts are needed when making repairs or modifications. [Read More…]
D.S. Arms, the well-known manufacturer of FAL and AR-15 rifles, was booted from Wizard World Comic-Con as a result of a misunderstanding and public pressure earlier this month. The gun manufacturer had already purchased the booth space and was all set up to display [Read More…]
UPDATE: See more photos at Lionel posts for DSA 2016 and for DEFEXPO 2016 My good friend Lionel Helias sent us photos of firearms that were at DSA 2016 last month in Malaysia. Thanks Lionel. We really appreciate you sending these photos!
The “race to the bottom” in terms of AR weight has been heating up for quite some time, now hitting boil. Fantastic sub 5 lbs rifles are available from 2A Armament with other production manufacturers not too far behind. Lightweight components are now [Read More…]
Joe sent us this photo of his AWESOME gun. He wrote … Hey TFB, here is my FULL AUTO SAR-48. As you can see I’ve done some heavy modification to it. I’m running a DSA 11″ barrel on their OSW front end, A Yankee Hill Flash hider and their 7.62 [Read More…]
The FN FAL is one of the greatest battle rifles to have ever graced the Earth. It garnered a reputation for extreme reliability, durability, and user friendliness over its decades of service and one of the rifles biggest fans is our boss man Steve. His opinion of the [Read More…]
DS Arms are now selling half-assembled AR-15 receivers. Half assembled means no bolt, bolt carrier or charging handle. Forged 7075T6 A3 Flattop Upper Receiver Forged Front Sight Base with Bayonet Lug A2 Flash Hider 16 Inch 5.56mm NATO Nitride Treated Chrome Moly 1:9 [Read More…]