In this episode of TFBTV, Hop talks about the Taurus CT9 Carbine, Brazil’s answer to the HK UMP.

Nerd out with James in this episode four of the “ TFBTV Goes to Hollywood” series. Today, we are talking about the real guns of Joss Whedon’s Firefly TV series and the Serenity film. Did you know that Mal’s Moses Brothers Self-Defense Engine Frontier Model B is actually a working Taurus Model 85? Larry Zanoff and James handle and talk about the guns from this cult classic series, discuss what they were made from and how the concepts came to life. This is a must-watch for gun guys who love their space westerns, too.

In this episode of TFBTV filmed at Thunder Ranch, James Reeves interviews legendary trainer and good friend, Clint Smith, about his five favorite guns. Clint taps into a half-century of firearms training experience and his personal preferences to tell TFBTV viewers which guns he loves the most.

Australia’s history of indigenous small arms production begins with the opening of the Lithgow small arms factory in the eastern part of the country. Starting with Lee-Enfield production before the First World War and ending with the Self Loading Rifle before the takeover of Australian Defense Industries (ADI) after the Vietnam War. During this time period, Lithgow and other facilities in the country produced the majority of small arms and ammunition that armed the Australian infantry in WW1, WW2, and Vietnam where Australians fought alongside Vietnamese and American allies against the Viet Cong and Noth Vietnamese Army.

In this episode of TFBTV – part of the “TFBTV Goes to Hollywood” series – James Reeves visits Larry Zanoff of Independent Studio Services to talk about the REAL gun (or guns, as it turns out) used by Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry. Larry talks about the origin of the gun, how it was used, and the legacy it left behind, blazing a new trail for guns in cinema.

The Egyptian contract FN49 rifles are a fascinating example of the geopolitics of Egypt became entrenched in the Warsaw Pact side of the Cold War. Adopted in the same era that Nasser was seizing power from the Egyptian royalty, the Egyptian contract numbered approximately 37,000 rifles purchased from FN Herstal in several different orders directly from Belgium. The majority of these rifles were of standard configurations but among these, there were precision rifle variants with Meopta quick-detach optics that are highly coveted on today’s surplus market.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop compares all magazine and lower options for building an AR-9 on a budget. Reviewed and evaluated in this video are the Torkmag Magdapt adapter for Glock mags, KAK Industries adapter for Colt mags, Mean Arms Endomag 9mm conversion for PMAGs, and a dedicated lower made by Palmetto State Armory.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves takes you behind the scenes at ISS, Independent Studio Services, for the making of the gun from Pirates of the Caribbean. A lot of work goes into making and using the black powder firearms from movies like Pirates of the Caribbean, and Larry Zanoff of ISS explains to everyone exactly how much work the creation and use of these guns requires.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves brings you more Thunder Ranch and Clint Smith gun genius in this entry of the “How to Win the Fight” series (check the end card for the full playlist). If you want to know what it takes to win, you’ve gotta work on your fundamentals. Clint Smith discusses what basics you need to get down pat to be a better shooter, and we go over a Thunder Ranch exercise from the comfort of our own homes. Stay tuned for more.

In this episode, TFBTV GOES TO HOLLYWOOD! (Well, technically Burbank, California.) This video is a part of a 5 episode series covering guns used in cinema and film, and we kick off the playlist with this Episode 1, “The Top 5 Most Expensive Guns from Movies”. In terms of episode ones, we think this ep one is better than Star Wars’ ep one, but that’s not setting the bar too high. Anyways, Larry Zanoff, as the head honcho at Independent Studio Services (or “ISS”), runs perhaps the biggest movie prop house in the world, and oversees an arsenal of over SIXTEEN THOUSAND GUNS. Today, Larry tells us about the 5 most expensive guns in the collection.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the all-titanium Dead Air Nomad Ti silencer/suppressor. First thing’s first: If you want to run this can on a 5.56mm/.223 rifle with shorter than a 12.5″ barrel OR on a full auto OR if you just like mag dumping, this is NOT the can for you. If you want ultra-lightweight performance for controlled fire from any rifle smaller than .300 Norma Mag…this may interest you. James runs the Dead Air Nomad Ti through the Punisher course at Thunder Ranch and reports the results. Check it out.

The Taurus G3C is a successor to the G2C and PT111 G2 that incorporates the improvements from the full-size G3 pistol. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes the new G3C to the range to see how it handles.

The SIG Sauer SP2340 was introduced in the late 90s as the first pistol in the SIG Pro series, and SIG’s first polymer framed handgun. In this episode of TFBTV, Hop talks about the history of the SIG Pro and tests the SP2340 with a .357 SIG conversion barrel … even though it isn’t technically made for this model.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves capitalizes on a rare chance for one of mother nature’s best Glock torture tests: tropical storm. Tropical storm Cristobal made landfall in Louisiana on June 7, 2020, so before the storm hit, James left his Gen 5 Glock 17 in the backyard. Out there it sat for two days in constant, driving rain. Once the storm lifted, James brought it to the range to see if it still functioned or if there were any issues. Tune in to see what happened.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves brings you episode two of “Thunder Rants”. This series captures bits and pieces of knowledge dropped by Clint Smith while James was visiting Clint at Thunder Ranch in Oregon. You’ve got gun knowledge, life knowledge, and Clint’s opinions on random subjects.

Brannon LeBouef of NOLATAC and the St Bernard Indoor Shooting Center reports back after 6 months and over 1000 rounds with the Alchemy Custom Weaponry “ Brimstone” 1911 from Cabot Guns, in 45 ACP, in the Concealed Carry Officer size. This is a high-end custom 1911 handcrafted by a single gunsmith. This gun is flat out sexy! NOT being a “1911 guy”, this gun won Brannon over. With an MSRP of around $2500, this is a “gentleman’s gun” that can also be a workhorse when she needs to get her hands dirty.

Can you get by with a budget LPVO? In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the Burris RT-6 and Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x low power variable optics to see how they stack up.

In this episode of TFBTV, we look at firearms ownership in South Africa. We discuss how many and what types of firearms a person can own and the steps in the process of purchasing a firearm. We look at the different kinds of firearms licenses available (self-defense, sport, hunting and collecting), and the national police register of firearms. We also look at issues like concealed carry, ammunition purchasing, suppressors, and magazine capacity.

Let’s get weird, gang. The Beretta PX4 Storm Compact Carry is not often thought of as a popular option for concealed carry, especially over Glock, Smith & Wesson’s M&P series, and other options. However, LTT (Langdon Tactical) has taken the lowly Beretta PX4 Storm and transformed it into a CCW BEAST – but that comes at a cost. Would you carry this? James tells you why you would – and why you wouldn’t – today on TFBTV.

IT’S BUBBA TACTICS TIME in this episode of TFBTV, when James Reeves breaks out the good ol’ fashioned Ruger Mini-14 and Mini-30 and tells you about three must-have accessories for the platform. Stocks, sights, optics, mounts – we’ve got you covered.

In this episode of TFBTV Mailroom, James complains about the Olympics, explains the mysterious origins of the channel, gets drunk (again), curses, complains, and reads your awful mail. NSFW language.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the new 8″ barreled version of the Ruger 10/22 Charger. This may be the ultimate plinker and range toy, but it could also be the perfect tactical .22.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves subjects a Glock 17 (Gen 5) 9mm pistol to seven hours in a cooler with -100 degree Fahrenheit dry ice for a sub-zero freezing torture test. The Glock was then removed from the icebox and shot immediately to see if the most reliable handgun of all time could get through an entire magazine of ammo after extreme freezing.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews SIG about their ultimate belt-fed machine gun – the MG 338. The gun weighs under 20 lbs and is chambered in .338 Norma Magnum giving the gun an effective range out to 2000 metres. This machine gun uses a short-stroke gas piston system and SIG Sauer’s proprietary recoil mitigation system, it can also be re-chambered to 7.62x51mm. The gun has been purchased by US Special Operations Command (US SOCOM).

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the lightest .357 Magnum revolver ever made – the S&W 340PD. This gun, that weighs 11.8 ounces, is a full-power .357 Magnum. This is a small, light gun shooting a high-power cartridge, meaning that the recoil is going to be…noticeable. But is it so bad that this gun shouldn’t be carried? Or is this noisy cricket a lightweight pocket rocket powerhouse? Watch the video for James’ observations.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the new Winchester Wildcat to see if it can dethrone the Marlin 795 as the ultimate budget .22 LR plinker. The new Wildcat is lighter than a Marlin 795, cheaper than a Ruger 10/22, and with a few tasty bonus features of its own like one button takedown, and 10/22 magazine compatibility.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves puts the AK-47 and the AR-15 against each other in a sub-zero freezing torture test. Both guns were placed in freezing temperatures well below negative 20 degrees Fahrenheit for over 7 hours. They were then removed from the icebox and shot immediately to see which one could get through an entire magazine of ammo. Spoiler alert: Only one gun came out on top. Which one do you think won the challenge?

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop tests the SB Tactical FS1913 aluminum strut brace and an upgraded version of the polymer strut brace with the Ruger PC Charger.

Which is better? That AUG or the AR-15? Let’s hear your opinion with this poll before James gets started: https://forms.gle/xei8FeLqgRo7f3rMA

Here’s a solid review of the new SIG Sauer Tread 716i. It is a .308 caliber AR10 style rifle with the SIG Tango6T low power variable optic mounted on top. We’ll give you all the details and stretch the distance out to 600 yards with this capable rifle.