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HOT GAT or FUDD CRAP? Last Samurai or Wanna Cry?
Welcome everyone to the 155th 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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The New ReFlex IFAK Hanger from High Speed Gear
Developed with advice and suggestions from active duty medical personnel and made with the same high-quality materials and craftsmanship that High Speed Gear is known for, the new ReFlex IFAK is the latest plate carrier compatible piece of gear on the market. The new hanging IFAK pouch features an ambidextrous design, adjustable retention for the […]
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TFB EXCLUSIVE: Zastava Teases A New M70 Underfolder AK Rifle
TFBTV’s James Reeves and Ryan Ogborn have been spending some quality time out in the Chicago area hanging out with the good folks from Zastava USA. Zastava is most well known for its very popular lineup of AK rifles and pistols including the ever popular ZPAP 92, and of course the ZPAP M70 rifle. Zastava […]
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The Dead Air Sierra 5 Review
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the Dead Air Sierra 5 and asks – is this the best deal going in suppressors for the AR-15 right now? Starting at just $699 for a suppressor, HUB compatible mounting device (KeyMo or Xeno), and a muzzle device, the Sierra 5 drives a hard bargain. James […]
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Public Service Announcement: Don’t Start A Wildfire
Wildfires have long been a feature of life in the western states. Unfortunately, target shooting starts some of those fires. The good news is that target shooting fires are preventable, so let’s discuss how we can keep them from happening. Public lands make for some of the best shooting spots, but they are at risk […]
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Friday Night Lights: CATS EYES Aviation Night Vision Goggle
Did the name of today’s Friday Night Lights catch your attention? Well, let’s go on a little trip through history about a somewhat obscure HUD window night vision goggle called CATS EYES. The font and cat logo are all original from the time period used on promotional brochures about this aviation night vision goggle. HUD […]
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TFB B-Side Podcast: Is Reloading For You? With the Ultimate Reloader
Reloading is one of those hobbies I never thought I’d actually pick up – even as a firearms owner. However, all it took for me to get addicted to the benchtop hobby was for a good friend of mine to send me a very inexpensive Lee Challenger reloading press kit and from there, the rest […]
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The NEW 17-Round Capacity Compensated SIG P365 X-Macro
It seems that capacity is still king – at least in SIG’s mind. SIG Sauer had myself and TFBTV’s Hop out to their new SIG Experience Center back in July 2022 to get the low-down on not only the new SEC but also their latest compact handgun – the new 17-round capacity SIG P365 X-Macro […]
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The NEW SIG-Sauer P365 X-Macro: MORE FIREPOWER
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop and Luke take a trip to New Hampshire to shoot the brand new SIG P365 X-Macro, and run it through some action pistol competition stages. With a slightly larger frame than a P365XL and a standard magazine capacity of 17 rounds, the X-Macro is set to push the size […]
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POTD: Finland’s Assault Rifle 7.62 RK 62
We’ve been running our Photo Of The Day article series for almost 10 years, and the archives keep growing every day. Today it’s time for the 7.62 RK 62, made in Finland. This is the second in a series of articles TFB is doing on some of the firearms used by the Finnish Army. Here is […]
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Wheelgun Wednesday: The Forcing Cone Zone
The forcing cone of a revolver barrel bears a lot of stress. They’re not only the first part of the barrel to engage with the bullet coming out of the cylinder, but they’re also largely exposed to all the heat, flame, and gas cutting from the cylinder gap, however infinitesimally small. This may not be a […]
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CZ 600 Rifles Under Recall From CZ-USA
CZ-USA has initiated a safety recall for their new CZ 600 rifles that have the capacity for the user to swap barrels. One of the major features of the CZ 600 rifle series was the multi-caliber option within each of the three sizes of receivers, however, CZ-USA’s recall notice advises that if a barrel were […]
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The Rimfire Report: RSM Firearms MINI-50 Ruger 10/22 Conversion Kit
Hello and welcome to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its many guns, sports, ammunition, and trends. Last week, we talked about the new Fletcher Rifle Works Bandera OpenTop 11/22 pistol. Since that article was posted, I’ve had the opportunity to take it to the […]
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The 5.7 Reasons 5.7x28mm is Better than 9mm
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves talks about something we’ve all been wondering ourselves: Is the FN 5.7x28mm round better than 9mm? Maybe it is, maybe it isn’t, but there’s no debate that there are at least 5.7 things that the 5.7mm does better than the legendary 9mm round. James discusses the advantages of […]
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POTD: Brazilian Snipers in Fuerzas Comando 2022
Every day we run an article called Photo Of The Day with some of the coolest pictures from the world of firearms. Today we have images from Fuerzas Comando 2022 on offer, with Brazilian snipers. Fuerzas Comando is a Special Operation skills competition and a senior leader seminar supported by SOCSOUTH. The competition enhances SOF […]
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SIG Sauer Releases the Proforce P365 Airsoft Pistol
Replica airguns or airsoft pistols are a lot of fun for backyard target shooting, force-on-force training, or even just as a fun and inexpensive way to pass the time without heading to the range. SIG Sauer has just announced the release of their newest air pistol, the new Proforce P365 Airsoft gun. The new Proforce […]
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New From Palmetto State Armory: The Soviet Arms Rail Mount
Palmetto State Armory continues to increase their AK accessory lineup under their Soviet Arms line of products with the new Soviet Arms Rail Mount for optics. Milled from billet 6061 aluminum and adjustable for not only different spec side rails, but the rail can also be moved forward or back on the mount to suit […]
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India Looks To Manufacture 400,000 5.56x45mm Indigenous Carbines
India has long sought a modern 5.56x45mm carbine and has launched numerous efforts to procure one internationally and locally. The latest initiative will see a competition launched to find indigenous Indian companies who can manufacture hundreds of thousands of carbines. This is in line with India’s well-known ‘Make In India’ initiative which is seeking to […]
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TFB B-Side Podcast: Gunsmithing Advice with TFB Writer Sam S
Gunsmithing is one of those trades that often gets passed down from generation to generation. Sadly, in these times it seems like it’s almost falling out of favor. With the advent of tighter QC controls making firearms more or less maintenance-free for longer periods, and a lack of interest from the up-and-coming generations of firearms […]
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TFB Review: Athlon Optics MIDAS CF40 Tripod
Athlon Optics MIDAS CF40 tripod is built for heavy rifles and hard use. The largest member of the MIDAS lineup, the CF40 features 10-layer carbon fiber legs designed to support up to 88 pounds. As someone who enjoys heavy rifles and tripod shooting, I was keen to see just how good this tripod from Athlon was […]
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