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An AK in .50 BMG: Introducing The AK-50 (Project AKG)
Is it a unicorn? Some thought so. Brandon Herrera, TheAKGuy, may have cracked the code on a really cool innovation–a .50BMG AK. When you think of innovation, there are things like the Cobalt Kinetics BAMF (note that I am not including the idea of a new color or pattern as “innovative”, which is apparently what some […]
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Sphinx SDP Subcompact Review
The Spinx pistols imported from Switzerland have been on the market for a while now, but this new model has been put on a diet for the concealed carry market. Does this Swiss wonder-pistol bring anything remarkable to the table? Well, in this episode of TFBTV we find out! Thanks to our sponsor Ventura Munitions. Without […]
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Double Barrel 1911 Ballistics Test
Jerry Miculek tests out different ammo in the Arsenal Double Barrel Pistol. He loads one magazine with Hornady 220gr +P flex tip hollow point and the other magazine with regular 230 gr ball ammo. The most surprising aspect was the ball round flying through the large cavitation made by the hollow point. Because the hollow […]
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AKOU Tests Magpul AK Magazine
Rob of AK Operators Union performs a small torture test of the Magpul AK47 Gen 3 Magazine with his AK. He drops the gun onto concrete so that it falls and hits the magazine. Then he drops them in dirt and covers them up before using them in his DDI AK. The final test is […]
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New Zealand Defence Force Releases Sneak Peak At New Carbine
Recently, the New Zealand Defence Force selected Lewis Machine & Tool Company to be the supplier of rifles to replace their aging Austrian-designed Steyr AUG bullpups. The exact model of rifle was not revealed in the press release regarding LMT’s selection, but those who speculated that it would be that company’s CQB16 model were soon proven […]
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POTD: Chicharrones’ .22 Magnum All Purpose Carbine (with Unique Trapdoor)
Fred Johnson (aka chicharrones on Rimfire Central) sent us photo of his “.22 Magnum All Purpose Carbine” be build by modifying a Zastava bolt action rifle. I live the concept and the execution. Fred writes … Here’s a creation I came up with in early 2015. I modified a Zastava bolt action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 […]
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Testing G2 R.I.P., Liberty Civil Defense, Inceptor, and Lehigh Defense Rounds – Part 6 – Conclusions
Background This is a six part series of which this is PART 6. (you can find links to the rest of the parts at the end of this article). Thomas Gomez and I were approached about doing a test shoot of four different defense rounds: 9 millimeter Radically Invasive Projectile, R.I.P from G2 Research. 9 […]
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Multitasker Tools TWIST Pen Shaped AR-15 Tool
Other than ammo and cleaning supplies the other important thing I carry in my range bag is a good multi-tool. The one I’m currently using is the Real Avid AR-15 tool which we reviewed a while back, Breach-Bang-Clear also did a test of 4 popular Multi-Tools on the market. Multitasker Tools just debuted their new pen […]
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New Gun Concealment Method from Skinner Sights
Most gun owners are always interested in new ways to conceal their firearms whether around their homes or in their vehicles. There has been a definite upswing in the storage market lately with products ranging from the popular hinged American flag wall hanging to coffee table safes to shelves with compartments. Although the ability to […]
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10 Gift Ideas For the Shooter Under $25
Now things are going to get a bit interesting. Even just increasing the budget 150% over $10 can yield some fun trinkets. At $25, money starts to go a bit further, as there were a few items that just could not get under the $10 mark. Now, with a slightly larger budget, Ten great gifts […]
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DIY Hydrodip With Spray Paint
This in a very interesting technique. I am curious how the final result turned out. Meaning, how well does the finish stay on the object you dip. I would like to see someone try this with a firearm. You could get some interesting patterns. Side note: since so many people asking… Tyler said the water […]
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The “Juicer” Shotgun Slug
I had not originally intended to post this video but after seeing it begin to make a semi-regular appearance on social media, I changed my mind. Its appearance was accompanied with the words “Gotta get me some of these!” rather frequently, a statement withdrawn on more than one occasion after the original poster actually viewed […]
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Top 10 Firearm Holiday Gift Guide Under $10
Joyous times abound as the variety of Holidays are upon us. With the weather getting colder (for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere), we look forward to spending time with friends and family. To assist with the cheer, we’re working to compile a few lists of gift ideas. If many readers are like me, […]
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Ruger GP100 in .22 LR
Sturm, Ruger & Co. introduced a new GP100 revolver chambered for the classic .22 LR. The new rimfire wheelgun will operate much the same as the other current production GP100 revolvers, but with a few changes and an increased price tag. The new guns will hold 10 cartridges in the cylinder, which is fairly easy to […]
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How Links And Belt Fed Machineguns Work (TFBTV Weekly 4)
Many people have asked us how a belt fed machinegun works, so in this episode of TFBTV weekly, we showcase a few different types of common links found in belt-fed machine guns, as we show how a 1919 strips cartridges from the links in order to fire. As always thanks to our ammo sponsor Ventura Munitions. […]
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Washington Times: Worst Firearms Ever Made
All us writers are highly opinionated (no, really?). We love and we loathe many a firearm, but its not common for us to say anything is “the worst”, as everyone has their own tastes. That however, did not stop the Washington Times, a news outlet not known for its expertise in firearms, from creating a […]
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PSA & Reminder: Wear Safety Glasses While Shooting
I’ve been there and done that. In a rush to get through a limited range session with plenty to do, I simply did not put on eye protection for a new gun with new ammo. While the worst that happened was a hang-fire, it certainly reminded me of my own idiocy. As we get deep […]
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Winchester USA Forged Ammunition
Winchester Ammunition released a new line of domestically made steel cased ammo. Called USA Forged, the new line is aimed at budget shooters and should be less expensive than its current brass cased USA line of ammunition. Currently, the company is only making the ammunition in 9mm. However, I expect the company would be willing to […]
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9 Prototype Soviet Assault Rifles From WWII
While it’s well known that the Germans were the first to field select-fire assault rifles in large numbers during World War II, the Soviets, thoroughly impressed by the idea of an intermediate-power infantry cartridge and intrigued by the idea of the assault rifle, were hot on the Germans’ heels with as many as nine different kinds of […]
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Winchester XPR Recall
Winchester Repeating Arms began a recall of XPR rifles in October. The reason behind the recall is that manipulation of the safety can cause movement in the trigger itself. This movement, according to Winchester, could result in an unintended discharge. This is clearly a bad situation. It is unclear if all XPR rifles, or only certain XPR […]
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