In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves has gone pazzo over the Beretta Cheetah series of firearms. After watching “Heat” he decided he would buy a 40-year-old Beretta 84 Cheetah .380 ACP and review it. Was this a huge mistake or does this compact .380 still have gas in the Vespa 40 years after it was made? Only one way to find out, paisano – watch today’s ep of TFBTV.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves brings you the exhilarating second part to his “Poverty Tier Shotgun Review”. James bought a $400 Black Aces Tactical S MAX Pro semi-automatic shotgun a couple of weeks ago, rigged it with $100 of cheap parts he found online, and got it ready for today’s 500 round torture test. How does the Black Aces shotgun fare against 500 rounds of mixed light, medium, and heavy birdshot and buckshot? There’s only one way to find out: watch today’s video.

In this episode of TFBTV Mailroom, James curses, complains, and reads your awful mail. NSFW language.

Today, James Reeves ranks the autoloading handguns from Michael Mann’s “HEAT” in a tier list. Mann’s films always show a sophistication with guns and gun handling, and HEAT is no exception, featuring 30 types of guns, including the Heckler & Koch USP, the SIG SAUER P220, the Beretta 92 and the 84 “Cheetah”, the Colt 1911, the Ruger P-Series, two Star Megastars, and even one, individual Glock pistol. James briefly discusses each in the context of the 1990s (including a disclaimer about .45ACP vs. 9mm in the ’90s) and ranks his picks. How would you rank these and why? Tell us in the comments and we’ll pin the best ranking.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the 3D-printed titanium CGS Hyperion and discusses whether titanium silencers are worth the cost. James compares the Hyperion to offerings from Dead Air like the Nomad and Nomad-Ti, and the Surefire SOCOM65-TI. Check the review and the titanium overview on TFBTV. Note that the Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro Chassis in 6.5CM was used with the CGS Hyperion in this video.

You asked for it: After James’ popular Beretta 1301 review and build videos, viewers wanted a budget shotgun build and review. In this episode, James budgets $500 for a semi-auto shotgun build. So, he buys a $400 Black Aces Tactical Pro Series S Max semi-automatic shotgun and then spends $100 at Amazon.com on budget accessories and goes over the build process. A build list is below, along with the budget items James would have bought instead. James will run this train wreck of a rig in a full review airing in 2 weeks.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at SilencerCo speaking with Beaver, the in-house firearm expert, about five unusually good suppressor host guns. This video features a handful of guns that are not very common but work really well with suppressors for a number of different reasons. Check these out today on TFBTV.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves goes over the top 5 rifles that are NOT an AR-15, but that ARE chambered in 5.56mm or .223 caliber like the AR-15 or M16. This was a tough list to make but James buckled down and did it anyways. Do you agree with this list of top 5 non-AR15 rifles? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already.

In this episode of TFBTV Mailroom, James curses, complains, and reads your awful mail. NSFW language.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves answers the 5 most-asked questions from his comments about his gun gear including holsters, eye protection, chest rigs, watches, and more. So what are a few of James’ favorite things? James gets a rare opportunity to talk about guns AND gear he likes instead of just guns in this episode of TFBTV.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves takes another look at the Ideal Conceal “cell phone gun”. There have been some developments since the cell phone gun in .380 was introduced, including a new caliber. With more developments, accessories, and calibers on the way, James takes the opportunity to discuss the Ideal Conceal with its inventor, Kirk Kjellberg. This exclusive interview and a review of the 9mm cell phone gun in this ep.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the brand new Ruger LCP MAX .380 pistol. According to Ruger, the LCP MAX is: “The latest upgrade to America’s favorite ultra-compact pistol: the LCP MAX. Chambered in .380 Auto, the Ruger LCP MAX fits 10+1 rounds into the same footprint as the LCP II. Compact and lightweight, the LCP MAX continues to be the definitive pocket-sized personal protection pistol.” James takes this brand new pistol to the range and gives you his honest opinion.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop pits the Ruger Max-9 against the Taurus GX4 to see which delivers a better value in the micro 9mm handgun category. Both pistols are about the same size and deliver similar capacity, but are otherwise very different. The Max-9 has an optics cut allowing for the mounting of micro red dots, and has a lot of nice out-of-the-box features. The GX4 has a better trigger and a lower MSRP.

There’s no question that the small frame .357 Magnum revolver is an EDC legend. Dependable, compact, and powerful, the snubnose revolver is still a popular choice for concealed carry over a century after the snubby was introduced. But should it be as popular as it is, still? Within the past decade, ultra compact, dependable, high capacity semi-automatic handguns like the SIG SAUER P365, Glock 43X, and Smith & Wesson Shield Plus have skyrocketed in popularity for good reason, but at the same time, advances in metallurgy and ammo technology have also improved the revolver at the same pace, with these pocket rockets pushing out more power in smaller, lighter packages. Today, James Reeves tests out the smallest, lightest .357 Magnum ever made, the Smith & Wesson 340PD, and fires it under stress at 20 feet, 30 feet, and 50 feet to see if a gun this small with this much horsepower is still a good idea. Check out the results.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves answers viewer questions about his setup for his Beretta 1301 shotgun that he used at the Thunder Ranch combat shotgun course. In particular, viewers asked about James’ chest rig, sidesaddle, and optic, how they worked, and his opinion of the gear. Check this video for tips from James and from Thunder Ranch’s shotgun instructors on how to set up your defensive shotgun.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves meets with John of RIA to discuss the new Rock Island Armory STK100 striker-fired, aluminum-framed handgun. This gun is, essentially, an aluminum-framed Glock clone that has about 90% parts compatibility with the Glock 3rd gen handguns. However, the STK100 has a number of features that aren’t featured on other striker-fired guns in the same price point including optics cuts, lightening cuts in the slide, an aluminum frame, and more.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at West Orlando Firearms Training with Heckler & Koch for a reveal of their new pistol. Bulletproof backpack manufacturer Ballistipax was also attending the event and had a few of their Survivor-1 backpacks for demo. The packs have rapid-deploy panels that pull out of the pack and serve as frontal protection. The packs come with plastic or Polyethylene (UHMWPE) plate body armor. James was skeptical about the performance of these plastic body armor plates, so the guys from Ballistipax let him try burning one down with a full auto H&K MP5 using standard ball 9mm ammunition. How’d it done? Also, cameo from our friend John at Active Self Protection.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the new Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro Chassis rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor. Daniel Defense says that the Delta 5 Pro Chassis is the most accurate rifle for under $2,500, and it even comes with a half-MOA accuracy guarantee. James tests out the Delta 5 at none other than Thunder Ranch with Clint Smith spotting the range and calling the shots. Does the Delta 5 Pro Chassis live up to the hype? Watch this episode to find out.

The new Vortex Spitfire Gen II prism optics are lighter and smaller for the magnification than any other prism sight on the market. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the Spitfire Gen II 5x prism sight, with a piggyback mounted Vortex Venom red dot; a package that has 5x magnification and two sighting systems despite weighing less than an Aimpoint PRO.

In this episode of TFBTV Mailroom, James gets drunk (again), plays Beyblade (kind of), gets a death threat or two (kind of), curses, complains, and reads your awful mail. NSFW language.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits SilencerCo to talk about the SilencerCo Maxim 9. James and Jake of SilencerCo talk about the past, present, and future of this ambitious project, and even shoot the only full-auto Maxim 9, which fires at a blistering 1,300 rounds per minute (the notoriously fast Glock 18 fires at 1,100 rounds per minute). If you aren’t familiar with the Maxim 9, according to SilencerCo:

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves asks: “Are single stack handguns now obsolete?” It’s a fair question in view of the so-called “one and a half stack” micro compacts like the S&W Shield Plus, SIG P365, Springfield Hellcat, and Ruger MAX-9. These are all guns that are an inch thick or less, weigh less than a pound and a half, and have an overall height of about 4 inches. Now you can get 10 or 11 rounds of capacity instead of 6 or 7 in the same size frame. In this video, we test single stack versus double stack versus micro-compact with 10 shooters at St. Bernard Indoor Shooting Center to see what performs the best.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gives TFBTV viewers a sneak preview of the new magazines that Shield Arms is releasing for the Glock 43X and 48 tomorrow. Not long ago, Shield Arms released the remarkable Shield Arms S15 magazine for the Glock 43X and Glock 48. The S15 mags hold FIFTEEN rounds in the 43X or 48, flush fit, and they work! So what is different about these new Shield S15 Gen 2 magazines? Check today’s video to find out.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves puts the Beretta 1301 Tactical Shotgun to the test with a 1,100 round review of this shotgun at Thunder Ranch during the Combat Shotgun Course. James initially wanted the Benelli M4 to use at the course but after he couldn’t get the Benelli for the class, he “settled” on the 1301 Tactical and was disappointed – at first. But two harrowing days on the Ranch showed what the Beretta 1301 Tactical was made of, and James breaks it down for you in this TFBTV review.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop reviews the new Taurus GX4. The GX4 is Taurus’ entry into the micro doublestack 9mm pistol market, with a standard magazine capacity of 11 rounds of 9mm in a package barely larger than a Glock 43. It’s also the first Taurus semi-auto handgun with no manual safety lever because it has a totally redesigned Glock-style trigger. Finally! I’ve never been so happy.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is curious: How well does he shoot after he’s been drinking? Since guns and booze don’t mix, James uses drunk driver-simulation goggles to test it out. He also enlists the help of James Bond, an expert at drunk marksmanship, to test out this double tall order. The gents get tuxed up and use the new Ideal Conceal 9mm Cell Phone Gun and, of course, the Walther PPK. How do they do? The results may surprise you.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews Clint Smith of Thunder Ranch and asks him viewer questions submitted by Patreon and SubscribeStar supporters about everything from guns, to ‘Nam, to training. Clint passes on what he’s learned over the years in this vid.

In this episode of TFBTV filmed at SilencerCo in Salt Lake City, James Reeves and Austin R. from The Firearm Blog go to SilencerCo’s lab to answer the question: “Which silencer do I get for my AR-15? A .223 or a .308 can?” This is a difficult question because .308 cans are more versatile and can be used with more calibers including .300 Blackout. On the other hand, .223 cans are lighter, smaller, and usually less expensive. In this video, we have a blind panel compare the sound from each without knowing which is which, and asking what they think about .223 versus .308 cans. After the guys give their opinions, we hook the AR-15 up to a sound meter to see which one is actually quieter. The results may surprise you.

The MR73 is coming back. Yes, you read that right. The legendary Manurhin MR73 revolver is being imported again into the United States, and this time it’s through the oldest gun manufacturer in the world, Beretta. James Reeves gets his hands on this $3,300 masterwork of a combat revolver built for the elite French GIGN counterterrorist force in today’s episode of TFB TV. As usual, James walks you through the specs, gives you the details and gives you his honest opinion about the Manurhin MR73. Yes, this gun is pricey, but its accuracy, durability, and construction may be without parallel. Check out today’s video and let us know if you agree. The following is from Beretta’s press release about this gun:

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves introduces the IWI Galil ACE Gen 2. This version of the ACE takes the Galil ACE – which was introduced 13 years ago in 2008 – to its next, logical evolution, with a bevy of upgrades, tweaks, and new barrel and caliber options. What’s new with it, and which version should you get? Check out today’s video to find out.