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Malaysian Head of State Shoots Pistol Competition
Sultan Muhammad V of Kelantan was crowned Yang di-Pertuan Agong (Monarch and Head of State of Malaysia) December 13th. He is known to enjoy shooting sports. Thanks to Azril for sending us this link and photos. On 15th December 2016. The recently crowned as new Yang-DiPertuan Agong (Head of State of Malaysia). Sultan Muhammad […]
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TFB’s 8th Day Of Christmas: Lights And Lasers
The advances that manufacturers have made in the development of lights and lasers in the past five to ten years is nothing short of amazing. I, like most of you, remember a time when attaching a weapon light to a firearm was a head-turning event at the range. Thankfully, the idea of proper illumination has […]
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UPDATE: Video Proof That Accidental Discharges ARE Real
If you have been shooting long enough, chances are that you have become careless and had a negligent discharge or know someone who has. If you talk to self-righteous gun people about it, they will tell you there is no such thing as an “accedental” discharge, but that each one of these incidents are flat out negligent. Well, […]
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RTT Firearms AR10 SASS
RTT Firearms is now selling a new .308 semi-automatic rifle called the AR10 SASS. The new rifle looks like it could be a good choice for anyone needing a precision rifle in .30 caliber. The upper and lowers are machined from billet 7075 aluminum and are a DPMS pattern/compatible design. The lower has an integrated […]
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Battleworn Glock 19 Pistols
Legal Manufacturing teamed up with Chattanooga Shooting Supply (CSS) earlier this year to produce Glock 19 pistols with the NIB Battleworn finish. It would seem that these were commercially successful as CSS is set to show a new Battleworn Glock 19 with relief cuts at the SHOT Show next month. The guns are third generation […]
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BREAKING: Has the USMC Adopted the PMag Gen M3?
An update from the USMC has been released today authorizing the purchase of Gen M3 PMags with unit funds for Marine Corps combat units. The update reads: GENTEXT/RMKS/1. PURPOSE. THIS MESSAGE PROVIDES UPDATED GUIDANCE REGARDING THE USE OF MAGAZINES FOR THE M4/M16 SERIES AND M27 INFANTRY AUTOMATIC RIFLE (IAR). 2. BACKGROUND. MARINE CORPS UNITS WILL […]
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Hardware store zip guns
Pictured are two dirt simple improvised ‘zip guns’ seized by police which were the subject of an officer safety notice. The weapons have been constructed by screwing together standard pipe fittings which can be obtained for a total of around $5 at any local hardware store. Each gun consists of a length of copper pipe […]
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Steyr Mannlicher Factory Tour in Austria
This is a Guest Post by my friend Dickson Ly. Earlier I posted a photo of him and the rare Steyr ACR. Well Dickson was there taking a tour of the Steyr Arms Factory in Austria. Austria is a country where many people have the stereotype image of people dressed up in lederhosen, drinking […]
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Inland M37 Trench Shotgun Review
Inland Manufacturing released the M37 Trench Shotgun in 2016. The M37, made by Ithaca Gun Company exclusively for Inland Manufacturing, is a dedicated re-creation of the original Ithaca 37 Shotgun. This shotgun was used by U.S. servicemen throughout WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Inland Manufacturing, LLC, was formed in 2013 and focuses primarily on reproducing iconic […]
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TFB’s 7th Day Of Christmas: Magazines
Ok, there is is nothing earth-shattering buried within TFB’s seventh day of Christmas. But no matter how many magazines you have collected over the years, it’s always fun to be gifted more. Or, if you are looking for last minute or Secret Santa gifts for the special shooters in your life, mags are a safe bet. […]
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Gift Idea for your Gunner: AR.5 Bottle Opener
Why 80% an AR-15 receiver when you can 50% one and never use it in a firearm, ever? My gut answer would be to never go halfsies on a receiver, especially if it cannot be used in a firearm. But, my gut answer would be wrong… Nelson Precision Manufacturing has found a perfectly valid reason […]
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Video Games Real? “Snap-To” Targeting with AIMLOCK
The various uber-popular first-person shooter franchises are a hoot to play. While yes, they certainly lack realism despite being based on reality, it’s enjoyable to spend an afternoon being lost in a story and being able to vicariously shoot many firearms that its not possible to own. To keep campaigns to an afternoon and avoid […]
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New Cleaning Gear from Real Avid
As we approach the new year, Real Avid announced the introduction of several new gun cleaning tools. They are the Gun Tool Max, Carbon Boss AR15 and the Bore Boss. Let’s take a look. Gun Tool Max A multi-tool is a handy thing to keep in your car, bug out bag, hunting pack and range […]
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CAA CDMAG Countdown AR-15 Magazine is Now Available
CAA has announced the availability of their CDMAG, which is a 30 round AR-15 polymer magazine with round counting capability. The magazine has a small window on the bottom portion of its rear wall, which shows the exact number of the ammunition left in the mag. The background of numbers is also color coded and changes the […]
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BREAKING: Savage Arms MSR Coming January 2017
Savage Arms posted a teaser video on YouTube yesterday showing remnants of an MSR (modern sporting rifle). Some simple features that can be seen from the shadowy video are an M-Lok free float handguard, a side charging handle, and a dust cover (possibly plastic). The Savage Arms MSR should officially be unveiled at SHOT Show. Some […]
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Grayboe Shows Us Around Their New Factory
Who is the madman behind Grayboe stocks? That would be Ryan McMillan, son of Kelly McMillan. Given that Ryan has literally grown up around some of the best shooters in the world and likely played in the McMillan Fiberglass Stocks factory as a child, it would be easy to say that stock making is in his blood. […]
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Current usage of the CAA Roni
Converting handguns into a carbine like form is nothing new, going back at least to the Civil War with various attempts at installing a stock and longer barrel on revolvers in use at the time. Command Arms Accessories has been brining to market their Roni kit for several years now, but is there any actual […]
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Sig Sauer Silencers Surface At Silencer Shop
You’re welcome for the holiday alliteration. Sig Sauer has advertised their 9mm and .45 caliber pistol suppressors for at least two years with only limited consumer availability. Until a few days ago that is. Silencer Shop just announced that the Sig silencers are now in stock and available for purchase, opening the door to some […]
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Guy Almost Shoots Hand Off In Training Course
Bullsye Bishop posted this video on their website and Facebook page. From the previous shooter, it looks like the drill is to walk while shooting with right hand only. However, the second guy draws his pistol and reaches with his left hand for a customary two handed grip. As he does this he pulls the […]
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TFB’s 5th Day Of Christmas: Cleaning Kits
Every time I lament cleaning guns after a range trip, I think about the regiment that black powder shooters have to undergo to avoid corrosion. Specifically, how I am able to use cotton patches and my choice of CLP rather than a bucket of hot water and dish soap. I own and use all of […]
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