Firearms like Caracal’s CAR816 A2, the CAR814 A2 Patrol and MOE rifles are soon to be found under KROLL International’s umbrella. Furthermore, you will also be able to find the Enhanced F 9mm pistol, the CMP9 9x19mm and the Lynx-DS pistols. Caracal’s new CSR sniper rifle is also included in the new strategic partnership signed between Caracal and KROLL International.

Today’s guest is one that followers of our YouTube channel should at least be familiar with – Munitionworks. Munitionworks is a boutique firearm producer specializing in “best bang for your buck” rifles featuring solid core components, and peripheral components you can swap out later on as your build progresses. What this does is provide customers with limited access to tools and workspace to have a solid working rifle that can be progressively updated as time and money allow. The J.O.E. Carbine MK2 is just the latest progression of the Munitionworks carbine, using unique techniques like thermal barrel fitting to improve consistency across the board and maximize the potential of the components being used in each rifle. Today our guest Dane, the owner of Munitionworks, has quite an interesting story as to how he decided to start up Munitionworks, and his journey thus far complete with his successes and learning moments.

Springfield Armory has their Gear Up 2023 promotion in full swing, and if you purchase a SAINT® or Hellion™ rifle now through January 31st, 2024, you can receive $500 in FREE gear. This includes a Vortex® Crossfire® red dot (with your purchase of a SAINT Victor, SAINT Edge or Hellion rifle) or a HEX™ Dragonfly red dot (with the purchase of original SAINT model rifles). You also receive a Gray Ghost Gear single-point QD sling and a $200 voucher for Alexo Athletica x Springfield Armory premium readywear, redeemable on the Springfield Armory Webstore.

In a massive deal Vista Outdoor, the parent company to over 40 well known brands, is to sell off its sporting products business in a $1.91 billion deal with Czechoslovak Group. Czechoslovak Group is a major Czech Republic-based holding company which already controls brands across the arms, aerospace and manufacturing industries – including Fiocchi, Tatra, and Atrak.

SIG Sauer are set to expand their ammunition manufacturing facilities in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Reports suggest that the New Hampshire-headquartered company plans to add over 600 jobs through an investment project that will see $150 million spent on the Jacksonville plant.

CZ shooting team at the 2023 IPSC European Handgun Championship in Greece dominated many of the main divisions, winning a total of nine medals – six gold, two silver, and one bronze from the
individual competitions and with six European Champion titles and eight victories in worldwide rankings.

Gentex (Ops-Core’s Parent Company) has introduced an update to the FAST Bump Helmet. The most notable change is the removal of the molded shroud that was originally designed to accommodate airborne operations. Instead, it now features the same Lightweight Modular Bungee Shroud found on other helmets in the range. Additionally, the updated FAST Bump Helmet is equipped with PowerPath ARC Rails, allowing users to route cables behind the rail system, ensuring they are kept out of the way during use. These improvements enhance the versatility and functionality of the helmet for a wider range of users and operational needs. No weights have been given at this time and it will be interesting to see if these new helmets are lighter or heavier than the older models.

San Tan Tactical have announced that they will be moving to Fort Worth, Texas in a move aimed at lowering costs and growing the company with a larger, more efficient facility. The move will see the company relocate from Chandler, Arizona. San Tan Tactical offer a range of ambidextrous AR-pattern rifles and pistols across their STT-15 and 6ARC series as well as a variety of parts.

Varusteleka has fast become one of my favorite clothing brands, mostly due to their judicious use of Merino Wool in most of their in-house designed products. Beyond that, they are one of a select few places online where I know it’s absolutely safe to purchase military surplus gear without having it misidentified. Varusteleka is Europe’s largest military surplus provider and one of the largest gear providers as well. This year they once again hosted Finnish Brutality 2023 in their home country, and their CEO Jari Lane is and always has been instrumental in the event. In addition to helping organize the event, Jari also puts a lot of time, effort, and thought into designing each stage for a brutality event. Today Jari and I discuss Varusteleka’s rich company history in their 20 years of operation, how they’re celebrating, and what plans Jari and his team have for both Varusteleka and the Finnish Brutality competition in the years to come.

UK-based Shield Sights have announced their expansion into a bigger manufacturing facility. The 26,000-square-foot factory will be refurbished over the next year and once they move in, they will be able to streamline production bringing manufacture, testing and shipping under one roof.

The start of day two at the Leupold Optics Academy began with us confirming our 100 m zero on the Seekins Precision Havak HIT Pro rifle. We would then run a course of fire similar to the previous day, but this time it was at a much more rapid pace. This course of fire was also taking place earlier in the morning with the sun directly facing us. I’m happy to report that even with a lot of sunlight hitting the front of our optics, seeing down range was still really easy with these Leupold scopes. Of course, it really helps when you have an extended hood on the front of your scope as well.

Sadly, it seems that Windham Weaponry is closing its doors for good. They broke the news in a statement posted on their website on Monday, September 11, 2023. They will cease taking web orders on September 12th.

Edgar Brothers, the UK-based prime contractor for the UK’s new  Alternative Individual Weapon System – the L403A1, has provided some further details on the rifle and a breakdown of its components. The UK plans to procure 10,000 of the rifles over the next decade at an estimated cost of £90 million ($110 million).

Last week I was lucky enough to be invited out to Beaverton OR to take a tour of the Leupold factory with a number of other outdoor journalists. This is part two of the tour so if you have not read my previous article, I highly recommend starting here before reading this one.

Last week I was lucky enough to be invited out to Beaverton OR to take a tour of the Leupold factory with a number of other outdoor journalists. Our tour began in the beautiful front lobby of Leupold HQ where our tour guide Nic Kytlica gave us a brief history of the company. 

Rock Island Auction Company’s premier auctions always contain firearms that belonged to prominent figures such as renowned political and military leaders, artists, celebrities, etc. The recently-ended August 2023 Rock Island Premier Firearms Auction was no exception and there was a Smith & Wesson Model 53 revolver consigned to this auction that once belonged to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll Elvis Presley. The estimated price range that this revolver was expected to be sold at was $60,000 – $90,000, however, the King’s wheelgun was sold for over twice the estimated high price – $199,750.

I’ve heard it said that any gun is only as good as its magazine. As someone with a family to feed, I’ve dipped my toe into the world of cheap gear. Some of those purchases have been magazines of questionable merit, and I must say that I agree with the earlier statement. It’s no wonder the demand for mags, big and small, is constantly increasing. Whether you’re looking for box mags, stick mags, drums, clips, or ‘stendos, the ability to find what you need all in the same place is paramount to keeping yourself stocked. One such place is GunMag Warehouse, a powerhouse in the magazine space, ammunition supply, and much more.

Getting solid firearms training has simultaneously become easier than ever but also more difficult than ever. While there are a ton of great training companies out there, for every good one there are probably half a dozen other ones peddling either unsafe or ineffectual training for their customers. Mo, Raven Wing Limited, and the network of trainers that they’ve managed to collaborate with are some of the best in the business and offer a wide variety of training ranging from fairly basic firearms manipulation skills to advanced pistol and carbine courses, as well as private consultations and even night vision courses. Based out of Los Angeles California, you’d think that Raven Wing would face a lot of competition but in fact, it is quite the opposite: Raven Wing often brings in other trainers and hosts them to bring both their customers more refined training from living legends like Scott Jedlinski from the Modern Samurai Project, Tim Herron Shooting, or JJ Racaza who you might remember being on TFBTV several times. Today I’ve brought on Mo to talk about some of the most pronounced training trends he’s noticed in the firearms world today and what times of guns, optics, and holsters people are using to train for competition and self-defense nearly a quarter of the way through the 21st century.

True Velocity, manufacturer of lightweight polymer-cased ammunition and weapons developer, have announced the acquisition of Oregon-based suppressor developer Delta P. Delta P specialise in 3D printed suppressor technology and previously partnered with True Velocity as part of their bid for the US Army’s Next Generation Squad Weapon program.

In celebration of their 25th anniversary, starting from July till the end of the year, every month Henry Repeating Arms will release high-end versions of their firearms limited to 25 units each. This limited edition series is called Henry Masterpiece Collection. The rifles of this collection are hand built, fine tuned and finished by a lead Henry gunsmith and come with a certificate of authenticity.

SAAMI, (Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute) plays a vital role in the firearms industry by setting and maintaining standards for firearms, ammunition, and their components. As an association comprised of leading firearms and ammunition manufacturers, SAAMI serves as the authoritative source for technical expertise, safety protocols, and industry coordination that makes things like manufacturing firearms safe for everyone – not just those who developed the technology. Through extensive research, testing, and collaboration, SAAMI ensures that firearms and ammunition meet rigorous performance and safety standards, promoting responsible manufacturing and enhancing the overall safety and reliability of firearms in the sporting and commercial markets. SAAMI just recently announced that they’ve added a new board of directors seat for AMMO Inc – known not just for producing ammunition, but also for being the principal owner of the gun auction website Gunbroker.com. With this seat on the board of directors, AMMO Inc will have a direct influence on things like cartridge standardization.

Today we found out via our friends over at Zastava Arms USA that the Serbian Government decided that due to the ongoing situation in the area (tensions mounting with neighboring Kosovo), it’s likely they’ll be suspending all arms exports in an effort to make sure that the Serbian military has sufficient arms and ammunition to cater to the needs of the Serbian Armed Forces. At the time of writing, Zastava Arms has not received any official word from the Zastava Arms factory regarding the ban and they are still continuing to receive shipments as usual. With Serbia being home to Zastava Arms, and also being owned by the Serbian Ministry of Defense, Zastava Arms may have no choice but to completely cease all of their US exports to Zastava Arms USA.

In part 1 of this article, we talked with Larry Zanoff one of the most prominent armorers in Hollywood who works for ISS, the company that provided weapons for “Extraction 2“.

At the end of May, after some careful consideration, I canceled my Netflix subscription, only to find out a few days later that “Extraction 2” is coming out on Netflix on June 16.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits the Beretta Museum in Gardone Val Trompia, Italy, and asks the curator of the museum, Jarno, what the five most important Beretta firearms are in the entire museum. Jarno gives us a detailed look at some of the oldest, most valuable, and most historically significant

Traditional captive two-stage triggers have a give and take relationship between pull weight and crispiness because one part controls both stages. However, with the ICONIC trigger, this issue is a thing of the past. It features two independent stages with separate mechanical components, eliminating the compromise.

C&H Precision, probably equally as well known now for its new line of optics as its firearms, has announced its decision to expand its operations in Bryan County, GA, with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing and headquarters facility. Valued at $10 million, the project is expected to create 20 to 30 new jobs and demonstrates C&H Precision’s dedication to local growth. The 48,000-square-foot facility will feature modern offices, cutting-edge manufacturing space, a ten-bay indoor shooting range, a firearms retail pro shop, and an on-site coffee and sandwich shop. With strategic partnerships in place and a focus on providing an exceptional work environment, C&H Precision aims to foster a vibrant and productive atmosphere for its employees.

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FN Herstal have announced that their optronics subsidiary, based in Oulu, Finland, has expanded its production capacity with a $1.2 million investment. Noptel is the subsidiary responsible for the development of FN’s fire control unit for 40mm grenade launchers and the new Elity ballistic calculator. The Noptel facility has expanded to 620 square meters and has the capacity to increase the number of workstations. Noptel has also hired more technicians.

The worst part about any range trip for me is setting up and taking down everything. When TFBTV’s Hop and I go to shoot, it usually involves several steel targets and several paper targets. Over time, we’ve learned to streamline our gear down to be more efficient but bulk and weight are still always an issue and that’s why Re-Nine Safety’s new Compact Target Stands piqued my interest. Their new 1×2 Compact Target Stands are made to work with common 18″ wide cardboard targets and fold down into a compact package for transport and quick setup.