Lehigh Extreme Penetrator and Extreme Defense bullets have a lot of marketing force behind them but I’ve been skeptical for years. But a new, totally unscientific demonstration might change my mind.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves discusses five guns that need to make a comeback in the American market, and how they could be remixed a little bit to make them more functional or commercially attractive. Not to spoil any surprises, but we are looking at guns from Heckler & Koch, Glock, Magpul, Ruger, and more.

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

In this episode of TFBTV Mailroom, James gets invited to a wedding that happened a year ago, goes on a rant about toxic pesticides in our plants, gets drunk (again), curses, complains, and reads your awful mail. NSFW language.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the BUL Armory SAS II Ultra-Light.  The BUL Armory SAS II UL is a 2011 (or double stack 1911) that he thought he was going to hate – no, that he wanted to hate. The BUL Armory SAS II UL is a polymer/alloy/steel hybrid made specifically to be the same size, weight, and capacity of the Glock 19 and to take the king of the compacts head on. Does it succeed? Is this 2011 a challenger to the Glock 19 throne? James puts this double-stack 9mm 1911 through the paces including a 500 round review and a full takedown. Check today’s video to get the scoop.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves ranks the six thinnest, smallest, MOST EFFICIENT single stack 9mm handguns for concealed carry by efficiency. In other words, which 9mm EDC pocket pistols are the most efficient carry guns based on capacity versus their size and weight? It’s a tough question, and James has spent years of his life trying to find the answers.

In the year 2000, Beretta introduced a Y2K compliant cyberpunk subcompact pistol; the 9000S. Their first polymer handgun looks less like an Italian sports car, and more like a running shoe. But how does it shoot? In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes a look at the history of Beretta’s first and worst plastic pistol.

Today we review the Falkor Defense Petra rifle in 300 Winchester Magnum. It’s a big gun, with fairly light recoil. Watch this complete review and learn why Joel thinks this is the softest shooting magnum he’s ever fired. It’s really an impressive weapon system.

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In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves discusses why he wasn’t really that hot on the Ruger PC Carbine Chassis model…until he got it out on the range for a while.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves ranks the six best double stack 9mm handguns for concealed carry by efficiency. In other words, which double stack 9mm handguns are the most efficient EDC/carry guns based on capacity versus their size and weight? It’s a tough question, and James has spent years of his life trying to find the answers.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes a look at the Remington R51; the gun so bad it killed Big Green. Is the updated R51 worth it for under $250? Or is it a worthless perversion of Pedersen’s perfect pistol? There’s only one way to find out.

Revolvers are obviously inferior to autoloading pistols in a general, overall sense for gunfighting and personal protection. But there are a handful of things revolvers do better than autos. Here are a few.

In this episode of TFBTV – the third in a series about bear defense – James Reeves discusses the results of a new study that tends to prove that guns are, indeed, more effective than bear spray for deterring grizzly bears. But does that mean that you should ditch bear spray? Not so fast…

Jordanian Armaments and Weapon Systems is a component of King Abdullah II’s Design and Development Bureau. JAWS primarily focuses on small arms production and assembly, both for internal use by Jordanian Armed Forces in addition to some export sales.

It’s AK-47 vs. AR-15 today on The Firearm Blog. We’ve got a fun coronacollab for you today on TFBTV; James and his equally well-maned brother from another mother (possibly literally), Brandon Herrera (a.k.[47]a. “ The AK Guy“) decided to have a good old fashioned YouTube pissing match over which platform was better for SHTF survival – the AR or the AK.

Yes, you guys probably already panic bought your guns, but James has advice for the Johnny-come-latelys to the gun game (and info for the next Chinese virus crisis). Background checks and gun buys were up 300% last week. There are brand new gun owners out there who panic buy firearms for the flugaloo without any guidance whatsoever. In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gives advice to beginners on what noobs should NOT buy for personal defense and tells you why. Check it out.

In 2006 Beretta introduced the 90-TWO, a complete modernization of the 92FS pistol. But it didn’t catch on and was discontinued after only three years. Was there something wrong with it? Was it too ugly to survive? In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the 90-TWO and tries to figure out why it was forgotten by history.

Background checks and gun buys were up 300% last week. There are brand new gun owners out there who panic buy firearms for the flugaloo without any guidance whatsoever. In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves gives advice to beginners on what the best guns are for personal defense and tells you why. Check it out.

In this episode of TFBTV mailroom, James Reeves opens and reads your shitty email and packages, builds the PEN-15 with the help of Mark the Ruiner, and reveals it on NATIONAL TELEVISION (or just YouTube, but you know what we meant).

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes the brand new Ruger PC Charger for a spin. The PC Charger is a pistol variant of the Ruger PC Carbine, much like the original Charger is a pistol variant of the 10/22. When fully kitted out with a brace and red dot, the PC Charger is a capable 9mm micro subgun.

In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves brings you episode one 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 horses and submarines.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop takes (another) Kel-Tec P17 to the range to see if the kinks have been ironed out. Is the third time a charm? Or is Hop demonstrating a troubling inability to learn from his mistakes? Let’s find out!

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves buys himself a Molot VEPR-12 short barrel shotgun. Impressed by its reliability in previous reviews, James wants to find out if the venerable VEPR-12 and its self-regulating gas system is also reliable with the SilencerCo Salvo-12 shotgun silencer. Watch today to find out.

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop gives a sermon on the superiority of the Generation 2 Glock 19, and offends basically everyone. Is the Glock 19 Gen 2 still the best pistol Glock ever made? Of course it is, didn’t you read the title?

In this episode of TFBTV, @James Reeves continues the “Win the Fight” Series, a set of videos that TFBTV recorded and produced in collaboration with Thunder Ranch and in partnership with Aero Precision, EOTech, Ballistic Advantage, Brownells, and Doubletap Ammunition. This episode is a discussion of what the ultimate urban rifle should be, taking in input from Thunder Ranch, Aero, and Ballistic Advantage as to how you should equip the ultimate rifle for modern day urban defense.

SIG Sauer has announced their newest line of 3D printed silencers. This includes a host of rifles silencers, and the MODX9 and MODX45 pistol cans. The MODX45 is a modular, 3D printed, titanium silencer that allows the end users to utilize a full configuration of nine baffles down to a single baffle configuration and everything in between.

See the entire history of the Colt Single Action Army (S.A.A.) pistol in one man’s collection! From the earliest models that were issued to the United States cavalry, to $20,000 pistols with engraving and pearl grips, and S.A.A’s that were owned by celebrities, this is an incredible collection that spans from the 1870s to the 1970s! The Colt Single Action Army is an incredible piece of Americana which revolutionized firearms design near the turn of the 19th century and set a new standard for reliability and effectiveness. If you’re a fan of history, westerns, or beautiful handguns, check out this video!

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves follows up on his prior video, “The Best Guns for the Apocalypse: Boogaloadouts Vol. I”, and talks about the 5 WORST loadouts for TEOTWAWKI. TFBTV viewers made suggestions in response to the first video, and James went through each and every one individually to find out which ones were the absolute worst. The only hard part was choosing just 5. What boogaloo classes will fall to a hobo with a sharp stick and good cardio? Watch to find out.

Today on TFBTV, James Reeves gives an honest review of the CAA MCK Glock chassis (also made for other platforms). This device allows you to slip your handgun into a chassis that gives it SMG-like properties, and it’s an expensive gadget cooked up by real Israeli operators. But is this thing really a piece of tactical gear or just a silly range toy? Tune in today to find out.