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FoldAR Introduce New 2023 MoBetta Pistol Variants
The folks over at FoldAR have just announced the introduction of their new 2023 models of the MoBetta pistol including versions in both 5.56 NATO and 300 BLK.
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Strike Industries Introduces the ASM Ring Cap Multi-Optic Mount System
Rail space is often limited on a lot of modern carbines and rifles which can sometimes limit the options you have for mounting optics. The new Strike Industries ASM Ring Cap is a multi-optic drop-in mounting system that gives you access to more Picatinny rail space or a red dot optic plate for mounting IR […]
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Is the Mk18 Reliable? Colt/Daniel Defense Mk18 Torture Test
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves asks “is the Mk18 reliable?” For the unaware, the Mk18 is, more or less, a 10.3″ barrel short and compact AR-15 or M4 that is common in the special operations community. There have been criticisms of the platform over the years and calls for its replacement – but […]
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TFB Podcast Roundup 66: ATF Regs, and Tactical Blindness
Welcome to TFB Podcast Roundup 66. As the year continues to press on and we’re forced to enter yet another cycle of intense politics, the topic of ATF regulations always seems to come to the fore within the firearms world. While we here at TFB like to stay away from the political side of things, […]
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POTD: Canadians with VZ-58 Rifles
Welcome back to our Photo Of The Day! If you haven’t shot the back-to-basics VZ-58 rifle, I can tell you that it sends the brass just as pictured here – kind of straight up, and with brute force to a place far, far away. Don’t try to bump fire one with a cap on, because […]
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TFB Armorer’s Bench: Commentary on the Remington 74 Series
Welcome everyone to the TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I decided to run through another “commentary” style article since it seems they are well received and doing their job by being informative. This one is […]
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POTD: Finland’s Machine Gun – The 7.62 KK PKM
Photo Of The Day and this is the third in a series of articles TFB is doing on the firearms used by the Finnish Army. Quite a few of their infantry firearms are manufactured in Finland, but the 7.62 KK PKM machine gun is actually from Russia. The caliber is 7.62×53mmR. Shooting the PKM from […]
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Zastava M21: Serbia’s Military Service Rifle
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Zastava Oruzje in Serbia to try out a number of their most famous (and infamous) small arms. In today’s video, James has the opportunity to shoot the M21. The Zastava M21 is similar to the Zastava M90 but it has a few changes making it something […]
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TFB Review: The Glock 48 MOS Pistol
With the expansion of the Glock compact line of pistols, there are more options than ever from Glock to fit any occasion. In the past, I’ve looked at the Glock 43 and 43X line of pistols but recently I decided to pick up the new Glock 48 MOS to check out the latest offering from […]
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Friday Night Lights: Dual Tube Spotlight – L3Harris BNVD PVS-31A
Hello again nocturnal enthusiasts. Did last week’s Friday Night Lights article about Rifle Dynamic’s Red Oktober Kalashnikov Championship After Dark get you intrigued to want to shoot AKs in the dark? I hope so. It is a lot of fun. Well, today we take a look at arguably the best dual tube night vision goggle […]
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PARD Introduce the DS3x Series Scopes
PARD have introduced their DS3x series – DS33/35 LRF day and night scope. While externally it looks like a traditional optic, internally it has a number of impressive features including a ballistic calculator, a 1200-yard laser range finder, WiFi connectivity, video recording and an 800 x 800 Circular LTPS display. The optic has an MSRP of $1,059 […]
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New Streamlight ProTac 2.0 Tactical Light with USB-C
Streamlight has a new Tactical Light called the ProTac 2.0. The flashlight has three operating modes: High, Medium, Low – all controlled via one hand. With the High setting, you get 2,000 lumens and 17,300 candela; on the Medium setting, it provides 570 lumens and 5,000 candela. The Low setting gives you 100 lumens and […]
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SK Customs HAKA Stainless 1911 Pistol
SK Customs is now shipping a full-sized Colt Classic 1911 Series 70 in .38 Super, which comes in a high-polished stainless steel frame, slide and accents. The magazine release is gold-plated and high polished. If you study the images you can see the Māori culture HAKA ceremonial dance engravings. The HAKA Stainless is priced at $3,200, […]
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How to Dress like a “Gray Man” (Yes, even in 5.11)
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is with former LAPD undercover agent and current Guns & Ammo handgun editor, Jeremy Stafford, to talk about the dos and don’ts of EDC and dressing like a “gray man.” While the term “gray man” is kinda cringe, you get the point – this is about dressing without […]
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HOT GAT or FUDD CRAP? Pure Mandalore or Fudd Lore?
Welcome everyone to the 165th edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, this is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a sweet deal or only has […]
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New CZ 712 G3 Series Semi-Auto Shotguns from CZ-USA
CZ-USA has a new series of semi-automatic shotguns called the CZ 712 G3, with a focus on clay shooting or hunting. The 712 G3 Utility model (pictured above) can also be used for home defense. All of the models are gas-operated and made to cycle 2 ¾- and 3-inch shotshells through the chrome-lined barrel. There […]
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TFB Review: Leupold MK5HD 5-25×56 FFP Scope
The Leupold MK5HD is built to deliver superior edge-to-edge clarity even in low-light conditions. A 56mm objective lens and 35mm main tube aim to provide the best image clarity and light transmission for your dollar. I had the opportunity to review the MK5HD on a couple rifles over the past six months, and here’s what […]
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TFB HANDS ON: The B&T SPC10
Unveiled during our recent trip to Switzerland, the B&T SPC10 is the newest member of the Special Purpose Carbine (SPC) lineup. It carries over features from the SPC family with more AR parts compatibility out of the box. It even takes Glock mags. I had a chance to go over the SPC10 and put a […]
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DIY Pistol Optic Cuts (and 0% AR Receivers!): The Ghost Gunner 3S
In this spooky Halloween episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews Cody Wilson of Defense Distributed about the Ghost Gunner 3S. A more advanced version of the Ghost Gunner 3, this at-home milling machine allows shooters to perform DIY RMR cuts on their Glock slides (or, really, any pistol) as well as slide serrations, stippling, and […]
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TFB Armorer’s Bench: 10 Random Quick Tips and Tricks
Welcome everyone to the TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on many home armorer and gunsmith activities. Today, I decided to do a quick tips and tricks sort of article. I have had an extensive list of article ideas and reminders on my phone and this quick tips […]
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