The Rimfire Report: Do .22LR Bullet Coatings Matter?
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of its different types of firearms, ammo, shooting sports, history, and more! One benefit that the .22LR has being one of the oldest self-contained cartridges in the world is that there is an extensive list of ammo types available to the end user. Whether you want hollow points, round noses, copper projectiles, fancy fracturing ammunition, tracer ammo, or even shotshell ammo - .22LR has just about everything. Depending on what you’re doing, different ammo types could prove to be a better overall choice than just opting for either the most expensive or the cheapest ammunition. One often overlooked feature that can drive the price and performance of ammo either up or down is the type of coating (if any) that is used during the manufacturing process. Today we’re going to take a look at the different types of coatings currently available and see what each offers the shooter and what ammo companies offer that type of coating on their ammo.
Blast From The Past: The LWRC IC PDW
Welcome back to another edition of our Blast From The Past. This week, I wanted to take a look at an interesting PDW that was one of the first viable PDW options on the market before 300 Blackout came onto the market. LWRC was known for making extremely reliable and accurate firearms. This PDW was one of the first to be fully ambidextrous as well so there are certainly some cool features. Let’s take a closer look at the LWRC IC PDW.
HOT GAT or FUDD CRAP? Pocket Magnum or Accident Waiting to Happen?
Welcome everyone to the 251st 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 have Fudd appeal? Each week the TFB staff weighs in with their thoughts, but readers get the final say in the poll at the bottom of each article.
Savage 110 Pro Pursuit: Going Upscale, Again
Savage Arms has announced a new up-spec’d rifle just in time for 2024’s fall hunting season. The new Savage 110 Pro Pursuit is based on a familiar action, the 110-series pattern, but with several updates that should make it a much better shooter for the serious big game killer.
POTD: Tequila Sunrise 300 BLK Precision Rifle
Tequila Sunrise in our Photo Of The Day, as we take a closer look at a 300 BLK Precision Rifle with a pretty nice looking carbon-nickel barrel with an Enticer LTI 762 suppressor to keep things silent.
The Rimfire Report: Ruger American Rimfire Long-Range Target
Confession. I’ve always enjoyed shooting .22s, but I’ve never owned one personally. That doesn’t mean I haven’t had my eye on one though. Back in 2020, the Ruger American Rimfire Long-Range Target (LRT) caught my interest. As a long-range shooter who loves bolt action rifles, I knew at first glance that I had to have one. The timing couldn’t be better either as I lived in Wyoming and had prairie dog towns everywhere begging me to decimate the varmint population. Bad news, I could not find a single one of these rifles for sale anywhere at the time. It wasn’t meant to be…
TFB Review: Meprolight FABS Self-Illuminated Metal Flip Backup Sights
Let's dive into something that every rifle needs but doesn't always get enough attention - backup iron sights. Today we're looking at the Meprolight FABS, a set of flip-up sights that promise durability and low-light capability. I've spent some time with these on the range, and while they definitely have some strong points, there are also a few things you should know before dropping your hard-earned cash on them.
JMac Customs Unveils Its AKM Railed Dust Cover Assembly
JMac Customs has announced the launch of its AKM Dust Cover Assembly, innovatively designed to transform how optics are mounted on AKM pattern firearms. For those expecting more from their rifles in the field, in competition, or when working with night vision and thermal devices, the JMac Customs AKM Dust Cover Assembly offers a combination of adjustability, durability, and precision, meeting the needs of serious modern shooters.
TFB Weekly Web Deals 111: Deals for October 28th, 2024
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 111! This series is brought to you by KYGUNCO, your one-stop online shop for all things firearms.
We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.
Silencer Saturday #352: Are Silencers In Common Use Now?
Welcome back to this week’s edition of Silencer Saturday. Last week we looked at a “DIY Lisle” carbine, an interesting second act for an Enfield rifle that had seen better days. This time we are going to look at the US legal and regulatory framework for silencers, and one potential argument for changing it.
"The Sower of Death" - the History of Yugoslavian M84 Machinegun
Recently I wrote a series of articles about the history of Kalashnikov GPMGs: PK and PKM. However, the history of this machine gun is not limited to the Soviet Union. Different versions of it are still produced in different countries: Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Sudan, China, Ukraine, Romania, North Korea and Vietnam.
POTD: Putting The XM7 To The Test At Fort Campbell
Photo Of The Day and we’re looking at Maj. Jonathon Bless as he tests the optics on the XM7 rifle at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. This side-view really shows how big of a beast the XM7 is. As regular readers of TFB surely know by now, the XM7 is a part of the U.S. Army's Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) program. Designed by SIG Sauer, the XM7 is a 6.8mm rifle meant to replace the M4 and other legacy rifles, offering greater firepower and range. The XM7 is often paired with the advanced XM157 Fire Control System, which integrates optics and ballistic calculation to assist soldiers in acquiring targets with precision.
TFB Podcast Roundup 152: The October 25th Roundup
We’re back again with another roundup of fresh firearms-focused podcasts in TFB Podcast Roundup 152. 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 featuring the most recent episode of TFB’s own Behind The Gun Podcast which airs every week on Thursday mornings. If you’d like to check out the full episode list for TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you can find it here on the TFB website or on your favorite podcast app. Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening to this week’s selection of gun podcasts.