Perhaps no modern trend is as polarizing as the resurgence of the carry handle equipped AR-15s. Love them or hate them there were many of them on the show floor at SHOT 2023. Last year my Retro Roundup featured mostly AR-related items. This year there were so many new [Read More…]
One of my favorite stories to write each SHOT is a summary of all things throwback. The Retro Roundup gives me an excuse to snoop around the show looking for anything new in the world of the old. This year’s offerings were so plentiful that I split the article [Read More…]
This week on Wheelgun Wednesday, we will give a quick roundup of some of the interesting wheelguns we were able to get hands and eyes on at SHOT 2023. Keep in mind, SHOT is hectic, but we tried to get our eyes on as many new and interesting revolvers as we could. We [Read More…]
There were a lot of really great optics, soft goods and gear, thermals, night vision, muzzle devices and more at SHOT Show 2023. James Reeves walks you through what he thought the 10 best accessories were from SHOT Show and why. What did you think of the list? ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» [Read More…]
![[SHOT Show 2023] 5.11 Boots, Gear Is The TFB/TFBTV SHOT Uniform](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/C68833C9-B3E6-4E87-B716-4B34E4B76548-660x260.jpeg)
There was a time, more than two decades ago, when 5.11 gear was only associated with “fishing” vests and baggy BDU pants. Back then I was both the giver and the recipient of tactical fashion shaming. Thankfully, those days are but tiny specks in the rearview mirror [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] DTV XR338 - Minigun in .338 Norma Magnum (3)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-DTV-XR338-Minigun-in-.338-Norma-Magnum-3-660x260.jpg)
In this writer’s opinion, one of the coolest firearms of SHOT Show 2023 was the XR338 rotary machine gun which was displayed at the Radical Firearms booth. This machine gun is designed by Kris Paulson and Matthew Steinhauser of DTV Tactical Innovations (Radical [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] JL Billet's 5.56 Tommy Gun (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-JL-Billets-5.56-Tommy-Gun-1-660x260.jpg)
Last year, we published an article about the prototype guns seen at SHOT Show 2022 one of which was the 5.56 Gun concept by JL Billet. Well, the company has been working on refining the design of the gun during the year and they brought several pre-production samples [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] .308 Galil Builds From Ikon Weapons](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_090035-660x260.jpg)
Ikon Weapons produces 5.56 Galil variants including the Mirco and ARM. At SHOT Show 2023, they also displayed their new .308 versions. These included wood and polymer furniture models and even one with a California-complaint grip fin. [SHOT 2023] .308 Galil Builds From [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Fostech FLITE Elite Receivers and FLITE Phantom .22LR Rifle (4)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Fostech-FLITE-Elite-Receivers-and-FLITE-Phantom-.22LR-Rifle-4-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, Fostech introduced a new generation of magnesium/aluminum alloy AR-15 receivers called FLITE Elite that are now made of forgings. These receivers are advertised to be 30% stronger and 30% lighter than their counterparts made of 6061 aluminum. In [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] POF-USA Tombstone 9mm Lever-Action](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_Tombstone_9-660x260.jpeg)
What do you want on your Tombstone? POF-USA gives you plenty of options with their new Tombstone 9mm lever action. Featuring a 10.5-inch receiver rail, M-LOK slots all along the forend, and a threaded barrel, this new short-throw, mag-fed 9mm lever gun has plenty of [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] MK Machining's MK2 Bullpup Chassis and Amazingly Good Bullpup Trigger](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/mk-chassis-scaled-660x260.jpeg)
Before SHOT 2023, I was tipped off by a co-worker who knew that I was a Tikka fan that a company was bringing a bullpup chassis and optimized bullpup trigger for the Tikka to SHOT. That company is MK Machining of Hallsville, MO. One of the few bright lights in the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New XM177 From Windham Weaponry](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_095746-660x260.jpg)
Windham Weaponry continues to add new rifles to its lineup, including an XM177 variant. The XM177 family was one of the first AR-style carbines to enter wide use. Several variants were used, including the XM177E2 and GAU5/A. Most original versions featured a ~4″ [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the 5.11 Tactical booth during SHOT Show 2023 to see the XTU series of uniforms being made by 5.11 under the V.XI brand. These well-thought-out and feature-filled uniforms look promising, and it will be interesting to see if V.XI manages to break into the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] HM Defense HM50B (3)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-HM-Defense-HM50B-3-660x260.jpg)
A little over a month ago, we reported about the release of the HM Defense HM50B bolt action .50BMG rifle, and many of our readers found it suspiciously similar to Bushmaster BA50 and Remington R2Mi. HM Defense brought the HM50B rifle to SHOT Show 2023 (displayed at [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Jacob Grey Firearms JG10 Warthog Rifles (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Jacob-Grey-Firearms-JG10-Warthog-Rifles-1-660x260.jpg)
Jacob Grey Firearms of West Columbia, SC is a manufacturer of AR-style rifles, 1911 pistols and firearm accessories. At SHOT Show 2023, Jacob Grey Firearms showed their new JG10 Warthog line of DPMS LR-308 pattern semi-auto rifles and pistols. According to the company [Read More…]
American Tactical Imports (ATI) will be bringing to the stateside .22LR conversion kits for Glock pistols made by German Schmeisser. These kits consist of drop-in barrels and feed ramps as well as 9x19mm cartridge-shaped chambers that house the .22LR ammunition, fit the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves talks about what he thought were the six best long guns at SHOT Show 2023. There were great showings by a lot of manufacturers including Beretta, B&T, Zastava, Henry, and even a company you probably never heard of making a pretty wild AR-10. Check the video [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Geissele GFR Maritime RECCE and Stratomatch 6mm ARC Rifles (1)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-Geissele-GFR-Maritime-RECCE-and-Stratomatch-6mm-ARC-Rifles-1-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, Geissele Automatics displayed a number of their government contract rifles as well as a pair of civilian market guns chambered in 6mm ARC (Advanced Rifle Cartridge), the GFR Maritime RECCE and GFR Stratomatch, that are also based on DoD contract [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Kalashnikov USA to see what new releases KUSA has for 2023. AKs in 5.56mm and 5.45mm are on the menu, as well as a few other selections. ««« GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO »»» • Apparel: All TFBTV apparel is sponsored by 5.11 Tactical. Click below [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_092501-660x260.jpg)
Bergara sister company CVA continues to roll out new bolt action rifles and muzzleloaders. Their new Cascade XT and Paramount Pro V2 were both present at Industry Day At The Range of SHOT Show 2023. [SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models The Cascade [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at SHOT Show 2023 with Jerry of ZEV to talk about the new pistols and chassis systems that ZEV Technologies is launching in 2023. ZEV is adding a second generation to its OZ9 chassis systems and launching multiple configurations and price points. See [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Global Ordnance booth to talk to the Stribog gang about the new additions to the Stribog lineup for 2023. This popular, budget carbine seems to expand every year at SHOT, and 2023 is no different. See what’s coming up for the Stribog. ««« [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] CAA Agada, MCK Apollo and MCK Gen 3 (7)](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SHOT-2023-CAA-Agada-MCK-Apollo-and-MCK-Gen-3-7-660x260.jpg)
CAA brought all their latest products and prototypes to SHOT Show 2023 including the third-generation MCK conversion kits, the Apollo PCC and the sci-fi AGADA carbine. Let’s take a look at each of these CAA products. CAA @ TFB: CAA USA Announces the NEW 10mm, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_091513-660x260.jpg)
Forster Products is (quite literally) expanding its line of Co-Ax presses with a forthcoming XL model. It is designed for cartridges up to .50 BMG. [SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press Forster’s Co-Ax press is a unique design and it has [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, JamesReeves talks with BFG Director of Training and former Army Ranger, Chris Sizelove, about the new Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed Split Chest Rig. A pricey but well-thought-out and extremely well-constructed piece of gear, the Ten-Speed Split Rig is a great minimalist option [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New KelTec KSG410 and R50 Rifle](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_KSG410_6-660x260.jpeg)
New this year from KelTec, formerly known as Kel-Tec, is the KSG410, a dual mag tube, single-barrel shotgun that fits into the footprint of KelTec’s KS7. Also new from KelTec is their R50, a 16″ barreled rifle version of their P50 5.7×28 pistol, [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Kel-Tec booth during SHOT Show 2023 to discuss the new Kel-Tec .410 KSG. While there’s little doubt that the 12 gauge is the king of tactical shotguns, the .410 KSG manages to bring something to the table in that its smaller barrel and tubes [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Springfield Armory's New Products](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/930EB5DD-8585-43CD-95F1-7C7462A96EE9-660x260.jpeg)
Over the last few months, Springfield Armory has come out with a number of new products which have done well for them. Whether it’s the Prodigy, 9mm Saint PCC or the SA-35, they have been busy over the last year with new product releases. At SHOT Show they had a [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Bergara Crest, HMR Carbon, And Ridge Carbon Models](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_090631-660x260.jpg)
Bergara’s newest rifle models (Crest, HMR Carbon, And Ridge Carbon), all with carbon fiber components, were present at Industry Day At The Range 2023 as well as SHOT Show proper. All three of these new models have threaded barrels. [SHOT 2023] New Bergara Crest, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Two Reintroduced Leverguns From Marlin - 1894 and 336](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_Marlin3361894_6-660x260.jpeg)
Ruger’s Mayodan, NC facility has been busy cranking out reintroduced Marlin models, and they have two more to add to their list: the 1894 and 336. The reintroduced models have features updated such as hooded front sights and should be available soon to the [Read More…]
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