Editorial

The Vietnam War drew in weapons from across the globe, as socialist nations rallied to support their revolutionary ally in the fight for reunification. Among the most significant contributions were the Kalashnikov-based rifles supplied by the Soviet Union and its allies. While traveling across Vietnam, I encountered many of these rifles on display, each representing a unique chapter of the war and international military aid. Here, I'll cover the AKs I could see and give a little overview of the Kalashnikov variants that found their way to the battlefields of Southeast Asia.

Photo Of The Day: For those who favour a medium-frame wheelgun with crisp sights and a short barrel for carry, Taurus answers with the 66 Combat. This one comes wearing a surprise: a seventh cartridge in the cylinder, perhaps perfect for Hollywood movies? Or perhaps to compete with all those “+1” after-market options for pistols? This drum is built for .357 Magnum power; it will also run .38 Special (standard and +P) with no fuss.

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we did our first part of this two-part series about the top stereotypes in the gun community. The first part of this series explains the thought process and fun behind looking at the different groups of concealed carriers. If you happened to miss last week's article, be sure to check it out before continuing with this week's article with the link here. This week, we continue looking at the interest subgroups of the concealed carry community. Let's continue our look at the top stereotypes.

Smith & Wesson continues to expand their offerings of lever-action rifles with more models, iterations, and cartridge selections. Their newest offering to be announced is their prized Stealth Hunter, which can now be purchased in the venerable .30-30 Winchester cartridge.

Burris has introduced the fifth generation of its Fullfield riflescope series, marking fifty years since the original model was launched. The first Fullfield scopes were known for providing a wider field of view and improved light transmission compared to many contemporary optics, establishing the line as a popular choice among big-game hunters in the United States.

While visiting B&T’s headquarters in Switzerland, James gets hands-on with two new variants of one of the company’s most unique platforms: the KH9. If you're familiar with B&T’s KH9 series—short for “Karl’s Hobby,” a nod to its founder—you know it’s always been a bit of an oddball in the world of PCCs and SMGs. But these new versions might be the boldest iterations yet.

Most of you here will already know who TANDEMKROSS is, but today on TFB’s Behind The Gun Podcast, you’ll get a small peek behind the curtain at one of my favorite rimfire aftermarket parts manufacturers in the United States. Based in the small town of Weare, New Hampshire, TANDEMKROSS designs, manufactures, and ships all of its parts from its ever-growing facility. Today, they offer more than 250 individual parts for popular platforms like the Ruger PC Carbine, Ruger MK IV, Smith & Wesson Victory, and, of course, the Browning Buckmark series. What’s impressive is that in just the decade or so they’ve been in business, they’ve not only managed to carve a nice niche for themselves in the aftermarket space, but they’re also branching into manufacturing complete “10/22” style firearms completely made in their New Hampshire facility. Tune in to today’s episode to learn about all that and more from Alex Whiteside of TANDEMKROSS.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program offers screaming deals on used, refurbished Daisy 853 competition air rifles. They are only $140 shipped! So I decided to pick one up for positional shooting practice in my basement during the highpower rifle winter off-season. Is this a worthwhile purchase for you too? Maybe, maybe not. Hopefully, this review will help you sort that out.

A 1940 Izhevsk SVT-40 Tokarev followed the photographer home, and with kind permission, TFB is sharing these images in our Photo Of The Day. Widely used during the Winter War, some 80 years ago, the SVT-40 (Samozaryadnaya Vintovka Tokareva) is a Soviet semi-automatic battle rifle designed by Fedor Tokarev. Adopted in 1940 as an improvement over the earlier SVT-38, it was chambered in 7.62×54mmR and intended to give Red Army infantry greater firepower than the standard Mosin-Nagant bolt-action rifle.

Wheelgun Wednesday: NEW Colt Revolvers with Enhanced Hogue Overmolded Rubber Grips

Federal Releases Reloading Data for their New 7mm Backcountry Cartridge

Kinetic Development Group (KDG) has introduced the MREX15, a compact rail system for the FN SCAR 15P. The company describes the MREX15 as a shortened variant of its MREX MKII rail, intended to improve ergonomics and utility on the SCAR 15P without increasing overall length.

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) has just named Hornady as the ammunition manufacturer of the year for the third consecutive year. That is quite a feat, and as we look at Hornady’s upcoming products for 2026, it’s clear they have no intention of stopping. The list of new products and part numbers is quite long, and if I try to make some sort of conclusion, I’d say the 2026 lineup broadens Hornady’s focus on precision and specialised hunting loads.

While in Serbia, I had the opportunity to visit the Old Gun Foundry Museum in Kragujevac, a must-see for anyone interested in the country's industrial and military history. The museum highlights the pivotal role of the Zastava Arms factory, a historic manufacturer of firearms and military equipment in the region. Its exhibits feature a diverse collection of weapons produced over the years, offering a look at the development of Serbian small arms and industry.

Imagine having chemical elements like Germanium and Titanium at your fingertips, and being able to craft them to their finest. This is where we’re at, in 2025, with 3D printed suppressors reducing most of the noise of those heavy 300 BLK pills, and thermal imaging in conjunction with semiconductors and firmware, that break through darkness and fog like they didn’t exist.

Welcome back to TFB’s Small Business Spotlight! In this weekly article series, we talk about small firearm-related businesses. Today’s company is Spectrum Defense, a suppressor manufacturer from Lynchburg, Virginia.

It’s official, Glock is relaunching most of its pistol lineup before the end of the year. I received an email this morning from Glock stating the following:

EOTECH is expanding its product range with the introduction of the DCBL line of suppressors. The DCBL series uses 3D-printed Grade 5 titanium in a monolithic design intended to balance weight, durability, and sound reduction. The suppressors are said to feature a flow-through architecture and a proprietary “Breathable Technology” that is intended to stabilize internal pressure, reduce blowback, and lower back pressure on the host weapon. According to the announcement, those characteristics translate into smoother cycling, reduced carbon buildup, and improved shooter control.

I think we’ve all been there, or maybe the rest of you just have better taste than I do - Budget Optics. How cheap is too cheap? About a month ago, I was given the opportunity to test just one, but two MCG Tactical Stinger Combat Optics, which claim to be built to Mil Spec Precision so that they can survive the roughest conditions. Additionally, they claim in their copy that “it’s the same elite optic trusted by special ops, now available to civilians at a fraction of the cost.” Today, we’ll evaluate not only those claims but how the optic itself has actually performed so far.

Recently, Serbian company Zastava Arms presented an entire array of new firearms at the Partner 2025 exhibition in Belgrade: the light machine gun chambered in 6.5 Grendel and the M24 modular rifle chambered in 5.56x45. That alone would have been newsworthy, but there was more.

If you’re one of those guys who likes to have a cigar with your friends after a solid range day, then you might be interested to hear of a new product that kind of blends the shooting part in with the smoking part - the new Ready Rack cigar tube. Designed to mount directly to M-LOK or KeyMod rails and made from aerospace-grade aluminum with a mil-spec anodized finish, this durable, waterproof holder fits one cigar up to 6.25 inches long and 50 ring gauge, providing a unique blend of utility and style. Whether you’re out for a hunt, on a long-range shooting session, or just want your cigar handy on the go, the Ready Rack brings a little bit of classic temptation to the modern battlefield.

In this review, we take a closer look at the new Kahles K18i-2 low power variable optic (LPVO), with a focus on practical shooting. Dynamic rifle shooting is a discipline that demands speed, precision, and adaptability. All at once, and under the pressure of getting the maximum out of yourself and your gear in as short a time as possible. Optics that don’t enhance your performance under these kinds of circumstances usually don’t stay on top competitors’ rifles for long.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This week, we’re checking out Smith & Wesson's newest rimfire firearm, and an extension of their popular and well-renowned K-Frame revolver series - the Model 617 Mountain Gun. I first got my hands on a Model 617 a few months back at a media event, but now I’ve been able to take out the 617 for a proper range session, and I wanted to give you guys my first impressions on this new, beefy, rimfire wheel gun.

Gun ranges can be intimidating. Dark rooms, poor service, confusing layouts—it’s a turn-off for new shooters and even seasoned enthusiasts. That frustration is exactly what inspired the founding of Range USA back in 2012. Now, 13 years later, the company has opened its 50th store, located in Chester, Virginia.

When someone asks me what AR to buy, there are two questions I always ask back: What are you intending to use the gun for, and what is your budget? If the answer to the first question is “working as a military contractor in a war zone,” then the answer to the second question should be high. However, for many people, an AR will perform some combination of duties like coyote blaster, soda can hunter, carbine class tool, and home defense gun. It is possible to get a lot of gun without breaking the bank, but some guns are much better deals than others.

FALCO Holsters has announced a significant upgrade to its Kydex Duty Holster lineup, introducing a completely redesigned safety hood. This new mechanism enhances user safety and operational speed by repositioning the thumb-activated release button for smoother, faster draws and adding a protective shroud to prevent accidental release. The squared hood profile now supports reflex sights up to 1.18” in height, keeping compatibility with the latest law enforcement optics and iron sights.

Nocpix has announced the Nite D70R, a new digital day and night riflescope designed for hunters seeking improved image clarity and long-range precision. The Nite D70R combines a 70mm objective lens and 5× base magnification with a 4K Ultra sensor (3536×3536, 12MP) that is said to offer about 50% higher pixel density than conventional 4K systems and provide sharper detail, improved color reproduction, and consistent performance across varied environments.

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 160! 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.

The Cheapest “Match” 2011? That’s the hook. I took the Girsan 2311 S Match, a sub-$1,000, competition-style double-stack 1911, out for a proper range day to see what you actually get at this price. On paper, it checks a lot of boxes for the money. Five-inch bull barrel. About 41 ounces on the scale. Polymer grip module with an extended beavertail. Ambi safety. A railed full-length dust cover. An adjustable rear sight that doubles as the cover plate for a direct-mount RMSc footprint, so micro dots like the Holosun 407K can sit low without an adapter. It ships with Check-Mate magazines, one flush 17 and one extended 20, which matters if you are thinking about spares and match lengths.