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At the last four SHOT Shows I have longingly fondled the FN 249S semiautomatic belt-fed rifles. I have made wishes while blowing out birthday candles, on shooting stars, and on pulled wishbones. In 2020 I even asked Santa (publicly) for an FDE Para version and the [Read More…]
Back in 2018 we reported that FN would be ceasing production of the iconic Browning Hi-Power. But now its back, ‘reborn’. FN America claim improvements to the pistol’s ergonomics, fire control design, accuracy and an increased magazine capacity of [Read More…]
The Czech Ministry of Defense has announced on 12/21/2021 that it will be purchasing 949 FN Herstal manufactured Minimi Light machine guns in a CZK1.12 Billion ($50.73 Million) deal with the Czech company, CB Servis Centrum SRO. This deal also includes optics, armor [Read More…]
I love a true AR-15 rifle. The classic 20″ barrel with a rifle-length gas tube and rifle recoil system is a joy to shoot. One of my perpetual favorite rifles is an FN M-16A4 Military Collector model topped with a 3.5x ACOG. That rifle accompanies me on almost [Read More…]
Last week TFB travelled to the UK’s largest defense exposition, Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI), where we took a look at some of the newest small arms technology – including FN Herstal’s new EVOLYS. Officially unveiled in May, DSEI [Read More…]
With ammunition starting to show back up on shelves and hunting season just around the corner, maybe it’s time to build yourself another AR15. Primary Arms is now offering a full lineup of FN America AR15 barrels chambered in 5.56. FN America’s barrels are [Read More…]
FN America have announced the introduction of their first-ever .22LR pistol, the FN 502 Tactical. The optics-ready, hammer-fired 502 Tactical feeds from a 15 round magazine and is modelled after the FN 509 and has a 4.6-inch threaded barrel. The new FN .22 comes in [Read More…]
After a series of tests that included a 20,000 round endurance qualification, the FN 509 MRD-LE has been selected as the new LAPD Duty Pistol. All of the new pistols will feature FN’s MRD optics mounting system which will bring red dot capabilities to one of the [Read More…]
It is not every day you get the opportunity to review a book on the life and inventions of the grandfather of modern firearms or as the book refers to him,” the Thomas Edison of guns”. When I saw the chance to read all the way through the new book published by Simon [Read More…]
FN have introduced an improved version of their FN 303 less lethal system, the FN 303 Mk2. This is a pellet launching system which fires fin-stabilized, .68-caliber projectiles. It has a magazine capacity of 15 projectiles and is effective out to 50 meters. It’s [Read More…]
FN America have been awarded a $92 million contract by the US Army to produce M240 series general purpose machine guns. The firm fixed price contract awarded 8 June calls for an estimated completion date of June 2026. FN confirmed that the contract will cover M240 [Read More…]
Welcome to the TFB Field Strip series, where we dig in (literally) to any gun we can get our hands on. In this edition, we’ll be looking at the Fabrique Nationale or FN 1922 pistol designed by John Moses Browning. The 1922 pistol had quite a production run from [Read More…]
For a few weeks, the Belgian company FN Herstal have been promoting an event called: “A New Chapter Begins“. As you know, the company already provides an extensive range of firearms for use in the ground role, or mounted on vehicles, ships and aircraft from [Read More…]
This episode of the TFB Field Strip series involves the feature-rich FN FNX-45 Tactical, naturally chambered in .45 ACP. The FNX‘s predecessor, the FNP-45 Tactical was a contender in the Joint Combat Pistol trials of 2005 and 2006 to replace the Beretta M9 service [Read More…]
With IDEX 2021, the first major international defence exhibition of the year coming up in Abu Dhabi later this month, FN Herstal have announced a pair of improved machine gun mounts for land and sea vehicles. The FN M3M WM (Weapon Mount) and the FN Light MWM (Multi [Read More…]
Sitting on Santa’s lap as an adult is a completely different experience from when you were a young kid. Back then you had no money, completely dependent on your parents for any sort of commercially available goods and services. As a grown-up, you have the means and [Read More…]
Good evening fellow hush lovers and thanks for joining us on the Labor Day weekend edition on TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by the good people at Yankee Hill Machine- manufacturers of the R9 multipurpose suppressor. In fact, we got an initial look at the YHM [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes a look at the FN that time forgot: the Forty-Nine. This pistol was FN’s first polymer-framed striker-fired pistol, with a very heavy DAO trigger intended to appeal to police agencies. Shockingly, it didn’t work, and the Forty-Nine is one of the least [Read More…]
Belgium’s own Fabrique Nationale Herstal, known as FN Herstal or simply FN for short, has produced some phenomenal and highly successful guns over its 131 year history. From their contributions in the handgun market with pistols like the Hi-Power and Five-Seven, [Read More…]
FN America have announced the introduction of an FDE version of their FN 509 Midsize MRD. It has FN’s low-profile MRD optics-mounting system, it has taller iron sights suitable for either suppressor use or co-witnessing with the red dot you choose to mount. The [Read More…]
The trend towards smaller, slimmer and overall more compact concealed carry pistols continues to grow. FN has just announced the release of the FN 503 – a sub six inch pistol chambered in 9mm and designed for everyday carry. Magazine capacity starts at six for the [Read More…]
As I sit here in my apartment, surrounded by toilet paper, ramen, and enough alcohol to kill a lesser man, I reflect on what’s truly important in life. Getting a really good deal on something you absolutely don’t need and honestly shouldn’t be buying. [Read More…]
FN introduces their brand new 6.5 Creedmoor version of the famous SCAR Heavy. Get all the details about this rifle here. Who’s got a SCAR? What kind of precision are you seeing from this platform in the other calibers? Read more at: ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our [Read More…]
Out on the FN booth, on a pedestal all of its own, was the new FN Mk48 Mod. 2 6.5CM light machine gun, chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, it was a response to a US Special Operations Command tender for a version of the 7.62×51 Mk48, a larger calibre variant of FN’s [Read More…]
The steady roll to 6.5 Creedmoor long range domination continues as FN announces the release of the SCAR 20S in a new caliber. Banking on the SOCOM support of 6.5CM in the MK20 SSR, FN decided to release the Creedmoor SCAR In the 20S long range platform as match-grade [Read More…]
Since the introduction of the 509, FN America have steadily expanded the line with midsize and optics ready options. The 509 line has no expanded to include a Compact MRD Optics-Ready variant, the pistol has a 3.7-inch barrel and a compact slide. The 509 Compact will [Read More…]
XS Sights is well known for making pistol, shotgun and rifle sights, as well as mounts for optics and backup sights. Their latest set of pistol sights, the RadioActive Material, or RAM Night Sights, focuses on providing a sight set designed to work both day and [Read More…]
FN America have announced some new additions to their popular FN 509 pistol range. A new Full FDE Model and optics ready mid-size model. Have you been thinking about picking up a 509, how do these new models stack up for you? Take a look at the info from FN below, and [Read More…]
Following on from their recent procurement of .50 calibre heavy machine guns and 5.56x45mm FN Minimi’s to supplement their FN MAGs, the Norwegian Army is now seeking a ‘light weight machine gun’ in 7.62x51mm. An initial batch of 1,000 7.62 light [Read More…]
Portugal is to replace its ageing Heckler & Koch G3 infantry rifles with FN SCAR-L, and training with the new weapons has begun according to a post on the Portuguese Army’s website last week. The short post described the first light weapons training course [Read More…]