Cowboy Action Shooters and fans of Old West hardware just got a much desired update. The Heritage Badlander shotgun just added models chambered in 20-gauge and .410, drastically increasing the potential of the this classically-themed line. Heritage Badlander Adds 12-gauge, .410 Bore Each side-by-side shotgun features an 18.5-inch barrel adorned with a modern, corrosion-resistant black […]
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We love a good torture test around here, and this one was fun to watch. Caracal released a video recently showcasing the Enhanced F Pistol Torture Test. The pistol took on submersion in water, along with burial in sand and mud. And it came out firing on all cylinders, so to speak. Caracal Enhanced F […]
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Each year, my publisher, Athlon Outdoors, hosts a gathering of gun writers in Victor, Idaho. The idea was to bring writers together with a number of select gun manufacturers to learn about their newest products. Specifically in a setting that was friendly and unrushed. One of those products was the Smith & Wesson Performance Center […]
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Wilson Combat just announced the update many have been waiting for. The new Wilson Combat EDC X9 2.0 updates the line originally launched in 2016. It features multiple upgrades aimed at delivering performance and reliability without sacrificing the elite aesthetics Wilson Combat pistols are known for. Wilson Combat EDC X9 2.0 Details “The EDC X9 […]
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Few companies give back to the overwhelming degree of Henry Repeating Arms. The company’s latest charitable build supports the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting. Proceeds from the sale of Henry Big Boy Brass SASSS rifle will benefit the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS). Henry Big Boy Brass SASS Rifles The custom builds should appeal greatly […]
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There's nothing better than a knife with cold, hard steel backing it up. Or is there? Today, more and more knives can be found with ceramic blades. This newbie variety of the knife world is gaining traction from both novice and seasoned knife users. Ceramic vs Steel Knives: Is One Better? Are ceramic knives better […]
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Enter to win May’s Free Gun Friday Giveaway! **Enter the sweepstakes at the bottom of this article to win! The Gun: Smith & Wesson M&P 9 M2.0 Metal Smith & Wesson’s commitment to excellence shines through with its new M&P9 M2.0 Metal FDE featuring a threaded barrel. Elevate your handgun with the rigid metal frame […]
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There is definitely no one-size-fits-all EDC. Simply put, it doesn’t exist. It can’t exist. That’s because every day of your life is different. No matter how mundane and routine, I doubt anyone on the planet has the same regiment. So, what is the perfect EDC for you and everyone else on the planet? Great question. […]
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SIG surprised many with the introduction of the CROSS bolt-action platform in 2020. The company owns a reputation for personal defense, law enforcement, and military products after all. But the Cross debuted not as a tactical product in nature. The CROSS blends a hunting rifle with aspects of a precision bolt gun. SIG Sauer Cross […]
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According to Webster, the word “bespoke” means “Custom-made or dealing in or producing custom-made articles.” Speakers of the King’s English commonly use the term. However, it is rarely used by the former subjects of His Majesty on this side of the Big Pond. Unless we are talking about a beautiful custom-made pistol, like the Abernathy […]
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Good afternoon everyone and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the brand new YHM 338 Bad Larry Suppressor. Last week we took some initial shots with the YHM Bad Larry 338 rifle suppressor. This week we take a look at the compatible mounts and muzzle devices […]
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In part 1 of this article, I wrote the history of North Korean AKs and how four different sets of markings on those guns helped to conceal the North Korean identity of the weapons. However, if you look at actual features, it is pretty easy to identify a North Korean AK. When factories started mass production of […]
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A new dawn – or is it the sun setting – and another Photo Of The Day where we have the Barrett MK22 MRAD in the hands of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tevita Fukofuka, a scout sniper with Battalion Landing Team 1/1, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. The picture is taken aboard the amphibious docking ship […]
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We're back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 127. Each week we're bringing you a new set of podcasts from across the web that cover a wide variety of topics including gunsmithing, hunting, precision shooting, war stories, competition shooting, gun industry news, and much more. In addition, we're also […]
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Rosco Manufacturing, the AR-15 components manufacturer, has announced new complete Upper Receiver Groups (URGs) in 7 unique configurations for AR-15 platforms. With barrel lengths varying from 11.5″ to 16″, they have debuted a good assortment that should hopefully entice everyone’s wallet during a potential new build. Rsoco Manufacturing @ TFB: Rosco Manufacturing K9 11.5″ Kinetic […]
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T.Rex Arms has reintroduced the Raptor holster, but now with some upgrades. The original model was discontinued in 2021. This new version is a simple, small-footprint holster that works for appendix or strong-side carry. Holsters @ TFB: Revenge of the Revolver! Masterbilt Series – NEW Galco Revenger Holster Cookie Monsters! Safariland Limited Edition Chocolate Chip […]
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The announcement of a Gen II series of rifles for the Ruger American has a lot of people excited because of the affordability and quality distilled into those rifles at such an attainable price-point. If anyone has ever had a complaint though, it was directed at the very plain trigger. So, Timney Triggers understanding this […]
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Why does James love the Zastava M84 LMG? Dive deep into the heart of Serbia’s legendary Zastava factory with James Reeves. In this exclusive feature, join us for a historical journey and behind-the-scenes access where we uncover the secrets of the M84’s design, inspired by the iconic Soviet PKM but perfected by Serbian ingenuity. Watch […]
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The AR-15 is a solid platform. Its performance and ease of use has made it the most popular rifle in America. There's another reason for this. These rifles are so easy to customize, everyone can feel like a gunsmith for a few hours. Many of the aftermarket accessories available to these “gunsmiths” seek to solve […]
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Photo Of The Day and today the Heckler & Koch G36, the standard-issue rifle for the Spanish Army, is on offer. Above you see Ejército de Tierra (Spanish Army) infantrymen assigned to Recon Platoon, Protected Infantry Battalion “San Quintín” I/3, Brigada “Galicia” VII, as they prepare to round a corner during an urban warfare combat […]
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