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POTD: Star Wars Themed CZ 75 SP-01
I am not much of a Science-Fiction fan, but I love the look of this custom Star Wars-themed CZ 75 SP-01 commissioned by long time gun blogger Linoge, who blogs at Walls of the City. He hinted this might cause some contention in the comments. I think he might be right, but personally I believe in diversity and have […]
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Battle Rifle HEXRail System
Battle Rifle Company is now selling a new hand guard called the Battle Rifle HEXRail System. The Battle Rifle HEXRail System is machined 7075-T6 aluminum with a hard coat anodized finish. It is designed to be free floating. According to Battle Rifle Company, the Battle Rifle HEXRail System offers these benefits: 12.5 inch overall length with Battle […]
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The Japanese Garand
Following on the heels of another clone of John Garand’s M1 rifle, was the Type 4 (ambiguously synonymous with the designation “Type 5″) another product-improved copy. Compatible with existing 7.7mm ammunition and stripper clips, the Type 4 fed from a 10-round fixed box magazine. Interestingly, the Japanese had before the war experimented with Pedersen-derived toggle-locked […]
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Polenar Tactical’s AK Operator DVD
Polenar Tactical, the pro-firearms Slovenian group, has started an IndieGoGo campaign to make a training video about the AK platform. You may recall they are the group that made the video on “Stereotypes at the Range” The team at Polenar Tactical believe they can fill a void when it comes to […]
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UTG Announces 13″ Keymod AK Handguards
The number of accessory mounting options for AK owners continues to grow; UTG has announced new 13″ AK handguards compatible with Vltor’s KeyMod rail/accessory mounting system. From the press release: The Venerable AK47 has seen numerous upgrades and modifications throughout its long history. Perhaps none of them has changed the appearance and functionality as drastically […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Alexey Krivoruchko, the CEO of the Kalashnikov Group, Has Answered YOUR Questions
Six weeks ago I announced that Alexey Krivoruchko, the CEO of the Kalashnikov Group, would be interviewed by me and he was willing to answer question submitted by TFB readers. As promised, I chose the highest up-voted questions and sent them to the Kalashnikov Group, along with questions written by Nathaniel F and myself. I can honestly say […]
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New AKX-9 9mm AK From Atlantic Firearms and Definitive Arms
Atlantic Firearms and Definitive Arms have partnered to create a US-made 9mm AK rifle for the US civilian market. In January, a video was uploaded to YouTube showing testing of the rifle, and its bolt-hold-open feature: Earlier this week, however, a semi-official announcement of the rifle was made via the AK Operators Union. The rifle […]
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Duralar: A New Coating for Firearms
The next new (of many to come, I am sure) coatings for firearms has been released by ProtoTactical, Duralar. Duralar is a diamond-based nanotechnology coating that “enhance(s) metal hardness and durability — and to provide other qualities as well.” In the Press Release, ProtoTactical contends the carbon component of the coating provides a “natural, dry […]
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Nothing New With The C Clamp Grip
Ballistic Radio posted this over the weekend. 1986 NYPD FTS, Rodmens Neck. I have no idea who, what, where, or when. But nothing is invented by anyone in this business. I have never had an original thought in my life and I’m pretty sure I copied that from someone else.” – Pat Rogers, discussing the […]
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Middle Eastern Ammo Manufacturer
Another video I found on Facebook. No information about who these people are or where they are from. Can anyone ID the caliber of bullet they are making?
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Russian Anti Terror Squads
RT (Russia Times) posted this on their Facebook page. It shows Russian soldiers fighting Islamic Terrorists. WARNING: There is some graphic content. Images of dead terrorists are in this video. There are some interesting weapons being used in this video. But I do not recognize them. Can our readers help ID these weapons? […]
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GSG Unveils .410/.45 LC Derringer
German Sport Guns GmbH has introduced a combination .410 bore/.45 Long Colt derringer for personal defense. All4Shooters has the story: The new .22 Long Rifle pistol lines and the 9x19mm caliber semiautomatic version of the legendary Mp40 sub-machinegun design are not the only new products showcased by the GSG – German Sport Guns company at the […]
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Jessie Duff Shotgun loading technique
The Outdoors Channel has this little segment going around about Jessie Harrison-Duff, a renowned USPSA competitor and Cowboy Action shooting participant demonstrating a pretty unique and cool way to hand feed a pump action shotgun. She uses the top load technique with a support hand, in addition to holding two shells in her firing hand, […]
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Review: Caldwell AK Mag Charger
As many AK shooters know loading magazines for a range trip can be a dirty and time consuming task. It seems those steel cased rounds are covered with plenty of dirt that ends up all over my hands. While loading the magazines doesn’t take that much time, Caldwell’s new AK Mag Charger makes it a […]
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DPx Gear Knives
DPx Gear is a company that strives to make tools that can endure the most extreme environments. Here are a few examples of DPx Gear’s survival blades and what they can do. The two blades we have to look at are the H.E.S.T.(Hostile Environment Survival Tool) 2.0 folder and the H.E.F.T.(Hostile Environment Field Tool) 6 […]
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The Redi-Catch for MSRs by Boonie Packer
I first saw the magazine release doubling as a bolt catch on the ADAC lower receivers by AXTS Weapon Systems and found it highly useful. Expanding the same functionality, albiet with an external spring, is the Redi-Catch, a product from Redi-Mag. Using a S-shaped steel sprint, anytime the magazine catch is pressed, a spring pushes […]
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Special Thanks To Our Subscribers!
We just wanted to extend a special thanks to the supporters and especially the subscribers of TFBTV. So far the channel has been going great and we are doing better than I would have thought possible at this point. Thank you so much for your viewership! And if you are not already subscribed … [click […]
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Cartridge Keychains: Cool Small Business for Gun Lovers
Normally, I do not spend much time on Facebook, but have to thank my friends for sharing the advertising of Cartridge Keychains, a small paracord business who adds a small twist, the incorporate bullets into their work. Their offerings range from standard bracelets, to slings (both single-point and double) and they offer the standard array […]
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ACCESSORY REVIEW: RISE Armament RA-535 Advanced Performance Trigger and RA-701 Compensator
As indicated in my brief post from SHOT, I was getting the opportunity to review a trigger and compensator from RISE Armament. About two weeks after SHOT I received a care package from them, and it contained their RA-535 Advanced Performance Trigger and RA-701 Compensator (as well as a KNS Trigger Pin Kit). Observations Overall […]
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Rubber Band Powered AK
Taofledermaus, master of unconventional (and some would argue unsafe) ad-hoc gun modifications has taken the Kalashnikov hobby to a new level. A well-made AK with good magazines is one of the most reliable firearms on the planet. It’s certainly no mystery why examples of the type have stuck around in third world backwaters for decades […]
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