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[TriggrCon 2018] Range Day
This is TFB’s first year at TriggrCon, and really still the infancy for the show as a whole, in its third year (in 2016 it was called the Northwest Shooting Sports Expo), and which is organized by Rainier Arms. I was invited last year but the timing just didn’t work out and I’m bummed that […]
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TFBTV: “The Cell Phone Gun”: Ideal Conceal .380 Derringer Pistol
In this episode of TFBTV, James looks at “The Cell Phone Gun”, a.k.a. the Ideal Conceal .380 Derringer Pistol. Designed to be discreet, slim, and easy to carry for EDC and deploy quickly, the Ideal Conceal is certainly an unorthodox and novel carry option. But how does it shoot? James Reeves tells you today. From […]
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TFB Review: Smith & Wesson Model 19 Classic .357 Magnum
While many firearm owners nowadays love their high-capacity polymer pistols there is still a strong segment of shooters who love their revolvers. Especially the throwbacks with deep illustrious bluing, superb accuracy and gorgeous wood grips. In this TFB review we examine a revolver just like that in the Smith & Wesson Model 19 Classic .357 […]
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Leave the Frills at Home: NEW Falkor Defense “The Standard AR-15” in .223 Wylde
When it comes to the highly modular platform that is the modern day AR-15 it is pretty easy to get tooo tactical or tacti-cool. I know, I said it, but it is true. Sometimes it is best to hit the range with just the bare essentials. No crazy over-engineering or fancy tactics that require calculus […]
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NEW Elite Tactical Systems ETS MP5 9mm Magazines
For shooters who love running their MP5 and all other associated copies of that time-tested platform, you now have another option when it comes to purchasing your magazines. Elite Tactical Systems is now offering ETS MP5 magazines in four different capacities to keep your range fun flowing. These new ETS MP5 9mm magazines feature their hallmark […]
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BREAKING: US Army’s Subgun Search Resumes!
We at TFB have been following the US Army’s Sub Compact Weapon programme closely. It was initially announced at the beginning of May, this was quickly followed by the news that weapons submitted by no less than 13 companies would be evaluated. At that point the programme’s contracts had an estimated worth of almost $260,000. Then […]
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TFB Review: Bravo Concealment Torsion IWB Kydex Holster
If you have been carrying a sidearm for any reasonable amount of time you likely have a shoebox or desk drawer with a dozen plus holsters inside. There is no magically perfect holster for carrying Outside-the-Waistband (OWB) or Inside-the-Waistband (IWB). To muddy the waters even further, if you ask ten friends what holster you should […]
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LOAD ‘EM UP: MagLULA STEYR AUG 5.56mm StripLULA
Let’s take a few minutes to play the game Opposite Day – hopefully you can follow along. I think Bullpup Firearms are the best invention to ever grace the shoulder fired firearms market. When I go to the rack to grab a rifle, my first choice is always a Bullpup. I also use my thumb to […]
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2nd LEB Tests Australian Company’s Moving Targets at Camp Lejeune
Recent news from the Department of Defense has shown that the 2nd Marine Law Enforcement Battalion, based out of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina has been working with Marine Corps Systems Command in testing a new target system that the Marine Corps could possibly purchase and integrate into marksmanship qualifications. Although the DOD imagery was very […]
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A History Of 300 Blackout: TFB On The Podcast By Q
One of my favorite perks of working here at The Firearm Blog is not the guns or ammunition – it’s the access to industry leaders who are intelligent, dedicated and passionate about making quality gear. So, when I’m given the chance to talk to people who have literally changed the course of the firearms industry, […]
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James Henry Burton: 19th Century’s Most Influential Man in Firearms Development
While you’ve probably never heard of him, James Henry Burton is one of the – if not the most – influential gunsmiths of the 19th century. Under his direction, millions of arms made in three countries on two different continents played an essential role in the Civil War regarding how it was fought and how […]
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RWS .308 Winchester “Short Rifle” Hunting Ammunition
RWS now offers .308 Winchester ammunition tailored to provide maximum efficiency from shorter barreled rifles. Observing the trend of hunters preferring shorter barrelled lighter rifles, the company came up with this load that is specifically designed for short barrels. The new ammunition is called .308 Winchester Short Rifle and it comes loaded with two bullet types: RWS […]
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Sentinel Concepts: Practical Urban Carbine
I attended Practical Urban Carbine (PUC) with Sentinel Concepts in Alliance, Ohio. Steve Fisher, the owner of Sentinel Concepts, brought an incredible depth of knowledge to the course. After realizing many in his carbine courses had minimal understanding of their carbines past 50-100 yards, Steve developed PUC. The US Census Bureau showed 80% of the […]
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The Tatmadaw’s “Thumper”, Burmese Standalone 40mm Grenade Launcher
There is extremely little to nothing written about the Tatmadaw’s 40mm Low-Velocity standalone Grenade Launcher. Even when it comes to the name, we are actually unsure of it’s official nomenclature within the Burmese Army and Police Forces. For argument’s sake, we’ll be calling it the MA-Launcher, similar to the designation used by the Burmese Army […]
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5 Best Gear Items For Long Range Competition
Today Joel goes over his 5 best gear items for long range competition shooting and explains why he chooses to use these specifically and what some of the main features are of each product. What are your go-to items for long range shooting? ««« GUNS IN THIS VIDEO »»» Various custom bolt action rifles ««« […]
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Panama Commandos using Tavor X95s at Fuerza Comando 2017
Recent imagery of the Latin American-based special operations competition organized by U.S. South Command has shown that some members of the Panamanian contingent were using 5.56x45mm IWI X95 select-fire carbines during the small arms live fire portion of the course. In particular, there were only two Commandos of the Panamanian team that were pictured with […]
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TFB Review: Hornady Vintage Match Ammunition in .303 British
Old Reliable When I had the funds available, I set out to find a good quality No.4 Lee-Enfield. After doing some research, it seemed like No4 Mk1* Canadian “Long Branch” models demonstrated the best accuracy overall, due to better receiver steel and bedding techniques. I finally found one while traveling, and acquired it after inspection. […]
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Large Cache of Rare Historical Firearms Seized in Russia
Russian Federal Security Service (FSB (ФСБ)) in cooperation with the Russain Ministry of Internal Affairs and National Guard seized a large cache of illegal firearms that were smuggled from Europe to Russia. When trying to identify these firearms, I was amazed to see that most of them are historical guns many of which are quite […]
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Custom Beretta 490 Serpentina Side by Side Shotgun
Normally, when thinking about a deluxe custom shotgun you are probably depicting a gun covered by complicated engravings such as precious metal inlaid relief hunting scenes or photorealistic Bulino engraving. What Beretta shared on their social media pages are images of a custom shotgun with a completely different minimalistic and simple approach yet still unbelievably beautiful and harmonic […]
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BOTW: Detail-less AR Platform
Sixth Installment of Build of the Week was contributed by John D. He did not submit a ton of details for this build–we are just including the information he submitted. Ask away in the comments for John to discuss more about his build–Steve (last week) did a helluva good job providing more detail in the […]
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