Geissele Automatics showcased two new additions to their product lineup at SHOT Show 2024, specifically a trigger designed for AK rifles and the El Corto short barreled rifle. The new Geissele AK trigger bears similarities to their established SSA-E X model and boasts a [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its rich history, the extensive array of unique firearms, as well as its fun and enjoyable shooting sports that are accessible to virtually [Read More…]
Welcome everyone to the TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. Today we get to dive into a rather spontaneous project. This is one I’ve had on my list for a while but [Read More…]
Strike Industries is always at the forefront of providing their customers with innovative ways of making their guns more useful for them. The KRISS Vector pistol is one of those rigs that while compact, has limited use without a solid and stable platform to shoot from. [Read More…]
Griffin Armament have introduced the second generation of their AR-15 pattern rifles. The main difference of the new Griffin Armament MK2 family of rifles from the MK1 guns is the new lower receiver that has ambidextrous controls (magazine release button, bolt [Read More…]
Kalashnikov Concern first introduced the AK-19 rifle, the version of AK-12 chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, during the ARMY 2020 exhibition. Three armies later, at ARMY 2023, the company revealed the shortened AK-19 Compact carbine. This version of the AK-19 was designed [Read More…]
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its many types of guns, gear, shooting sports, and ammunition types! Last week we talked about a recent upgrade that was released for the [Read More…]
Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM Turbo T3 rifle suppressor. Last week we took the B&T SQD RBS 9mm rifle suppressor out for a spin on the H&K MP5K [Read More…]
Noveske Rifleworks has a lottery where winners get the opportunity to purchase a “Swamp Rat” rifle. This SBR is designed in collaboration with WRMFZY, in homage to America’s OG Swamp Rats. Noveske @ TFB: Noveske Rifleworks Ghetto Blaster Rifle Suppressed [Read More…]
Geisslele Automatics won a contract to supply AR-15 rifles to Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This new contract includes both complete rifles and upper receiver groups. Let’s take a look at the specifics of this contract, and what it might mean for [Read More…]
There are really not many firearms in the market chambered in Wilson Combat’s 300 HAM’R cartridge. Four Peaks Tactical is changing that today with the introduction of their new SBR or pistol in 300 HAM’R featuring an 11.3 barrel. The veteran-owned [Read More…]
One of the biggest hurdles for most people when it comes to buying a suppressor (aside from the high upfront cost) is the fact that suppressors or other ATF Form 4 items usually take somewhere between 6-months to over a year to get back approved. For many, this means [Read More…]
One of the more intriguing firearms from SHOT Show 2022 was the Czech Weapons CSV-9, a modular 9mm pistol caliber carbine from the Czech Republic. Four Peaks Imports of Arizona is going to be importing small batches of these in pistol form and in at least two [Read More…]
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[SHOT 2022] New CETME L Options From MarColMar MarColMar Firearms is best known for their revival of the CETME L rifle. This unique gun was used by the Spanish and traces its lineage back to certain other stamped steel roller delayed firearms, though it has its own [Read More…]
Smith & Wesson has produced ARs for many years now. Their M&P 15 series has expanded to dozens of models, ranging from .22 rimfire plinkers, to standard .223 AR-15s, to large-frame camo-coated .308 versions, and more. Most of their offerings live more on the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV‘s “lost” chapter of #GunFest2021 coverage, James Reeves speaks with Matt Hurt of Daniel Defense to get an exclusive look at the new DD5 308 SBR AR-10. This rifle has a number of proprietary features that should set it apart from its competition. Matt and [Read More…]
Due to the fingerprint requirement for National Firearms Act (NFA) applications, some people have sought the services of law enforcement, while others look to do it for themselves. Just to clarify, you can fingerprint yourself when applying to the ATF to make a Short [Read More…]
Two weeks ago, CZ issued a soft release of their U.S.-made conversion kits for the Bren 2. The kits are made for Bren owners that wish to update the furniture to have the look and functionality of the Czech-made version. For those unaware, U.S. law, (18 U.S. Code [Read More…]
I finally did it. After years of hem-hawing and debating the ATF EForm 1 process, I am now officially an owner of a National Firearms Act (NFA) Stamp. I didn’t get struck by lightning and all my animals are still alive. Not only that, but it was much easier than [Read More…]
Welcome to Costa’s Gat Swag. A monthly installment of some subgun, SBR, or SBS that I have built or bought. I have an addiction to shorties. I love versatile PDW setups, and I am here to share some of my favorite builds. Meet the KR-9 9mm AK SBR with Zenitco [Read More…]
In the past few years, we have drilled down into the netherworld of NFA laws, attempting to determine the subtle differences between short barreled rifles (SBRs), Any Other Weapons (AOWs) and simply firearms. We’ve also reviewed the new ATF accessory classification [Read More…]
SIG Sauer have announced the introduction of a new 120 grain supersonic .300 Blackout round for their Elite Performance range. SIG Sauer describe the new round as a duty round optimized for SBRs with sub-9 inch barrels. The new round uses an all copper bullet in a black [Read More…]
Springfield Armory has announced a NEW iteration of their SAINT AR-15 leading into SHOT Show 2019! The unveiling of the SAINT Victor is a new tier within the SAINT family of rifles and pistols that is meant to be a cut above. There are 5 different configurations: 5.56 [Read More…]
Silencers can do an excellent job of suppressing flash on a host firearm. They provide a large expansion chamber for gasses that are rapidly expanding behind the projectile. Not only are they able to suppress the sound, but a vast majority of the muzzle flash as [Read More…]
For this episode, we took a trip to the folks at Battle Arms Development in Las Vegas and were able to get our hands on some of the companies newest rifle entries that were premiered at SHOT this year. The Tanker and the Paratrooper is sort of the manifestation of Battle Arms in the company [Read More…]
As we gear up for the NRA Show in Dallas, Texas from May 4th – 6th we get some completely unexpected news. Springfield Armory has announced 2 new NFA firearms for consumers to build off of their increasingly popular SAINT line of modern sporting rifles. These are [Read More…]
CMMG has announced the addition of a new series of short barreled rifles (SBR’s) and AR Pistols that will be known as the BANSHEE line. The BANSHEE’s sleek new design sports the shortest barrels CMMG offers in 9mm, .45 ACP, 300 BLK and .22 Long [Read More…]
For those of you who dabble in NFA items, you will know the hate/love relationship with having awesome things and the pain of getting the tax stamp. @Silencers_1909 posted his NFA stamp collection on a Facebook NFA group. You may remember his Old Glory image consisting [Read More…]
The Canik TP9 has been a successful pistol. The first run of them was abysmal but the TP9DA, SA, SFX, and Elite are some of the best well-rounded striker-fired pistols to come to the market under $400. Canik is making a quick detach TP9 stock to convert the Canik into [Read More…]
After recent events in Florida, Scott-Dani Pappalardo decided that his AR-15 is one too many and decided to get rid of it. In a very public forum, he cut the gun in half with a chop saw. Unbeknownst to him, he may have just committed a felony and made an illegal SBR. [Read More…]
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