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Rifle Sling Positions: Front and Rear Slung

Thu, 03/05/2020 - 19:00

When transitioning to slung positions, the users need to use their hands for something other than holding their rifles. There are two slung positions, front and rear slung. Today we will discuss some key takeaways on these positions. Front Slung Front slung is a sling position that allows for use of both hands without interfering […]

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POTD: Firing the Massive Mark-38 25mm “Machine Gun”

Thu, 03/05/2020 - 18:30

We’re in the NAVY now and they have their own terminology. Therefore this Mark-38 25 mm is a “machine gun“. Please do not blame the messenger on this, instead, we hope you can enjoy another one of TFB’s Photo Of The Day. Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Shane Howard stands by to fire the Mark-38 25 […]

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Spuhr Ring Turret Guards from Gray Ops CNC

Tue, 03/03/2020 - 09:00

Gray Ops was created by the professional shooter David Preston. In 2015 he won the National Championship. The name behind the company came after his son, Gray Preston. I have a few of their products for my PRS rifle(s), and I’ve been happy with the overall look, feel and functionality. If you’re a Precision Rifle […]

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The Complete History of the Colt Single Action Army in One Man’s Collection

Tue, 03/03/2020 - 08:00

See the entire history of the Colt Single Action Army (S.A.A.) pistol in one man’s collection! From the earliest models that were issued to the United States cavalry, to $20,000 pistols with engraving and pearl grips, and S.A.A’s that were owned by celebrities, this is an incredible collection that spans from the 1870s to the […]

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POTD: Blowing Up Good Old 50 Cals

Mon, 03/02/2020 - 18:30

I feel terrible when I see these pictures, it’s almost like a funeral but I guess it had to be done. What we’re looking at today is an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Marine conducting four controlled detonations to dispose of a large quantity of 50-caliber rounds. This happened in Kuwait. The Marine is assigned to something […]

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Lost and Found: Stolen K98k Returned After 47 Years

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 18:00

The K98k (Karabiner 98k) rifle has been a common sight in the United States as a hunting rifle or family heirloom. After the close of the Second World War, some of the rifles that were produced in Germany began to make their way out of the country and at the same time copies were made […]

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New Rifles From Accuracy International

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 13:00

Accuracy International Ltd. recently announced the launch of two new rifle models: the AX MKIII and the AX 50 ELR. The AX MkIII evolved from the advanced multicalibre AXMC rifle, the MKIII will come in .338 Lapua Magnum as standard but can be converted to chamber .300 Win Mag or .308. The AX 50 ELR […]

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Rock River Arms Introduces ARs Chambered in .350 Legend

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 12:00

Illinois-based Rock River Arms have introduced a pair of new ARs chambered in .350 Legend. The carbines are aimed at the modern hunting rifle market and come with a free floated M-LOK handguard, low profile gas block and a Rock River two-stage trigger. Here’s what Rock River had to say about the new .350 Legend […]

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CAA MCK Glock Chassis: Range Toy or Tactical Tool?

Mon, 02/24/2020 - 09:01

Today on TFBTV, James Reeves gives an honest review of the CAA MCK Glock chassis (also made for other platforms). This device allows you to slip your handgun into a chassis that gives it SMG-like properties, and it’s an expensive gadget cooked up by real Israeli operators. But is this thing really a piece of […]

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Diamondback Firearms New DBX57BGFB Pistol

Fri, 02/21/2020 - 09:00

Earlier this year at SHOT Show 2020 Diamondback Firearms presented their new DBX57BGFB AR-Pistol chambered in 5.7x28mm. The semi-auto pistol is a lightweight and compact 20 round FN Five-seveN magazine compatible platform set to take advantage of the 5.7x28mm cartridge. Diamondback Firearms New DBX57BGFB Pistol My assumption late last year after getting to review the […]

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NEW Strike Industries Mass Driver: Gimmick or Gamer Gear?

Thu, 02/20/2020 - 08:00

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the new Strike Industries Mass Driver compensator to see if it’s a game changer or just a space gun gimmick. The Mass Driver is a blow forward compensator for the Glock that doesn’t require the use of a threaded barrel. If it works, it should reduce felt recoil […]

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The One Rifle I’d Want For The Rest Of My Life

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 09:00

Last year, I wrote an article about what handgun I would choose if I could only own one handgun and had to get rid of everything else. Typically, this will be a conversation I have with like-minded shooters at dinner and then we will debate the rest of dinner about our choices. Deciding on a […]

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Gemtech Lunar 9: Super Light (5-8 oz.) $600 Silencer for 9mm, .300BLK, or .22LR

Tue, 02/18/2020 - 11:00

Today on TFBTV, James Reeves looks at Gemtech’s quietest 9mm suppressor ever, the Gemtech Lunar 9. How does it perform on the S&W M&P 2.0 and the Heckler & Koch SP-5 / MP5? Check today’s video to see (hear?) for yourself. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star […]

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Fire Doused at North Haven Mossberg Headquarters

Mon, 02/17/2020 - 12:00

Just this past week, North Haven Firefighters had to knock down a structure fire at the Mossberg headquarters. Located on 7 Grasso Ave in North Haven CT, the fire was first engaged at about 9:15 am. To date, no major Injuries have been reported. Photo: Ben Lambert / Hearst Connecticut MediaAccording to North Haven Deputy […]

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POTD: German Soldiers with G28 and G95K

Fri, 02/14/2020 - 18:30

POTD, short for Photo Of The Day, is TFB’s recurring articles where we go to great length trying to find the most interesting pictures out there. Today we take a look at two German Soldiers fully kitted with helmets, hearing protection and Night Vision Goggles. They are armed with the G28 with a Schmidt & Bender […]

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Atibal Opics Offers Trade-In Program for Nikon Scopes

Fri, 02/14/2020 - 12:00

If you read TFB every day you know that the Nikon Corporation has withdrawn from the Riflescope business. We reported about it at the end of last year in this article. Atibal Sights from Mesa, Arizona, has taken the opportunity and is now offering a Nikon Scope Trade-in program. According to Atibal, you can trade your […]

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Zastava M85 Tactical: Is this $1,000 Krink Worth the Spend?

Fri, 02/14/2020 - 08:00

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gets hands on with Zastava’s new M85/Z85 Tactical, which was unveiled at SHOT Show 2020. The new M85 Tactical is a Zastava-made, Zastava-imported, and Zastava-converted 10″ .223/5.56mm “Krinkov” style AK in “pistol” format including a brace, AR-15 buffer tube adapter, a CNC Warrior brake, and a quad-rail handguard […]

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SCCY Announces Sub-$350 Crimson Trace CPX Red Dot Pistols

Wed, 11/27/2019 - 09:00

CPX ReD Dot Pistols On the Heels of their CPX-4 release, SCCY Firearms just unveiled their latest update to the CPX handgun series. The new series includes an already mounted Crimson Trace red dot to the CPX-1/CPX-2 or CPX-3/CPX-4 handguns. The new CPX Red Dot line will still retain the iron sights for those who […]

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SIG Tread M400 Pistol – Almost the Perfect Budget AR

Wed, 11/27/2019 - 08:00

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the new pistol variant of the SIG Tread M400, to see how SIG Sauer does a value AR. How does it stack up to the Ruger AR-556 as an AR, and as an AR pistol? Let’s find out! Tread specs from SIG: Overall Length: 27″ Barrel Length: 11.5″ […]

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SilencerCo Headquarters – Silencer Magic

Thu, 09/12/2019 - 18:00

Last month I was invited out to West Valley City, Utah to visit SilencerCo Headquarters. As an owner of some SilencerCo cans and a fan of their products, I was extremely eager to go check out where my cans were made. Also since I am now behind enemy lines in California, I would get to […]

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