Pistols

In this exciting episode of TFBTV, James Reeves teams up with Kaya from Classic Firearms to showcase the top 5 Turkish handguns. From 1911s and 2011s to striker-fired models and even a Beretta Cheetah clone, we dive into the best offerings from top Turkish brands like Girsan, Tisas, SAR, and Canik. Join us as we discuss the features, performance, and value of these impressive firearms. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or new to the world of handguns, this video has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this in-depth review and comparison of Turkish craftsmanship at its finest!

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we discussed the idea of compensators on carry guns. If you missed that article last week, be sure to click the link here to read it. This week, I wanted to look at some of the constitutional carry statistics that came out along with taking a look at some of the pros and cons of constitutional carry. Let’s take a closer look at the good and bad of constitutional carry.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world! Last time we talked about the AMT Automag II .22 Magnum pistol. As I assumed would be the case in the comments, most of you guys love the idea, and the looks of the sizeable silver handgun but absolutely loathed the size of the grip, and the lack of consistent reliability across all models with most types of ammo. However, as with any discontinued handgun, not every example is a negative and at least a handful of you mentioned that the pistol was not only stylish but was entertaining as heck to shoot due to the gigantic fireballs the handgun produced. I think we all share the sentiment that it’d be pretty cool to have a modern, decently functioning replica of the Automag II around. This week we’re going further back to a legend within the rimfire pistol scene. Born out of the “Standard” series released in 1949, the eventual Ruger Mark or MK series of pistols would completely change the rimfire pistol scene forever. Today we’ll check out a very nicely preserved sample of the Ruger Standard model sent over to us by our friends at FirearmLand. FirearmLand has been helping us get a closer look at some of these rare and discontinued historical pieces so be sure to check out their website if you’re interested in collecting or even selling some of your rare firearms!

SK Guns/SK Customs has expanded its popular Lost States series with its 3rd installment, “ The Lost State of Transylvania” – Daniel Boone. The Lost States of America: Daniel Boone series will begin shipping in August 2024 with pre-orders currently being taken at $2,700 per handgun. The custom engraved pistol is a full-size government model Colt 1911 chambered in .45 Auto with only a limited run of 200 pistols being produced. Each will be accompanied by a commemorative antique challenge coin.

My first encounter with the Spohr brand began at IWA 2022, where Mr. Spohr’s incredible revolvers immediately caught my eye. The build quality was evidently superior, and the hefty price tag was justified with a visual inspection and an enlightening conversation with Thomas Spohr himself. He explained that the high cost is attributed not to extravagant materials (although, of course, Spohr uses only top-tier materials and does indeed dabble in things like Damascus steel, if you are kinky that way) but to the use of top-tier processes, meticulous hand-fitting, and avoidance of cheaper manufacturing methods like Metal Injection Molding (MIM) drive the price up. 

Beretta has a new handgun, the 92GTS Centurion. It takes the features of the standard 92GTS but brings them to a more compact configuration. Let’s take a look at the rest of its features.

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about some things not to do when carrying a handgun. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to take a closer look at the concept of having a compensator on your carry gun as a daily accessory. Springfield Armory was the latest to release a compensated version of their Hellcat line so it’s not a bad option to look at what compensators offer in the world of carrying concealed as well as some of the drawbacks. Let’s take a closer look at compensators on carry guns.

The new Taurus 692 Executive Grade revolver takes the formula of the 856-series Executive model and offers more hitting power, including two different chambering options.

Springfield Armory debuted their Hellcat pistol as the “world’s highest capacity, micro-compact” several years ago, and they have been building out that family of pistols ever since. This includes their Hellcat RDP (Rapid Defense Package), Hellcat Pro (longer barrel, longer grip), and OSP variants (“Optical Sight Pistol” – optics ready). Now, they have announced the most feature-rich iteration yet with the unveiling of the Hellcat Pro Comp OSP.

Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its many different types of guns, ammo, and history. Last time we talked about the concept of a gas-operated 22LR rifle or pistol. While the concept is a neat exercise in “can we do it” the reality of the situation is that the 22LR cartridge is not meant for nor would it be suitable for anything other than a manual or standard blowback semi-automatic action. This week I want to talk a bit about an obscure pistol I’ve been trying to get my hands on for years – the elusive and massive AMT Automag II .22 Magnum rimfire pistol. Born out of the technological revolution of the 80s, the Automag II is equal parts hand cannon and target pistol. This is one rimfire gun I’d love to see make a comeback and hopefully today I can show you why.

SIG Sauer have announced that a P320-M17 version of their ceremonial M17 pistol will be available. The Ceremonial M17s were introduced in October 2018 and have equipped the honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier since.

What is the Best Revolver Money Can Buy? James might have the answer. Join us as we explore the legacy behind the Spohr brand and its founder, Thomas Spohr. Renowned for their meticulous attention to details, Spohr revolvers are crafted with precision, utilizing top-tier materials and processes that set them apart from the competition.

Dark Mountain Arms is a new firearms manufacturing company (founded in 2023) located in Asheville, North Carolina. The company’s first products are a takedown rifle and pistol called STOWAWAY that have a rather unusual action and chambering combination – these are single-shot bolt action firearms chambered in 5.7×28. Let’s take a quick look at the specs and features of Dark Mountain Arms STOWAWAY rifle and pistol.

The LTT Beretta PX4 is taking the handgun world by…Storm? It took me years to warm up to this firearm, but I may have finally come around to it with the most recent developments from Beretta and Langdon Tactical to the PX4 Storm Compact Carry 2.

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about carry bags and when it’s appropriate time to utilize a carry bag. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to look at some of the worst things I have seen out in public when it comes to carrying a concealed handgun. Whether it’s someone just starting out and learning how to carry a gun or someone just flat out doing wrong, it’s a good learning experience to talk about some of these mistakes so more can avoid them down the road. Let’s take a closer look at things to not do concealed carrying.

Smith & Wesson have introduced a Jerry Miculek signature Model 327 WR which is bound to have you as fast as Jerry on the range in no time… well at least putting the work in to get there might be even more fun with a signature Performance Center Model 327 WR inspired by Jerry’s 2023 World Record Revolver.

Springfield Armory announced their best polymer pistol yet close to 1 year ago in the Echelon. Now, if you are a bonified Springfield junkie like me, they have even more variants to wet our whistles and tempt our wallets. Today, Springfield Armory has announced two new Cerakoted color offerings with an OD Green and Desert FDE Echelon pistol now available.

James Reeves might start carrying a Beretta PX4 Carry Compact for EDC. It took a while for him to come around and he’s still not so sure about it, but in this video, James dives deep into the LTT Beretta PX4 Storm, possibly his favorite compact pistol right now. From initial skepticism to falling in love with its performance, James shares the journey with this incredible firearm. Join him as he explores the features of the PX4 Storm Carry II, discusses his experience with Ernest Langdon, and compares it to other popular handguns. Is it worth the investment for a carry gun? Watch to find out!

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at optimal versus practical carry guns. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to give it a read. This week, I wanted to look at a topic that often times comes up more in the summer months which is carrying off body in carry bags. With the explosion in options for carry bags on the market today, is it a good idea to carry your gun in a bag? Let’s take a closer look if carry bags are a good option.

Luke C is back for day 3 of the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits to talk with Shield Arms about some of their latest products and services. Today Seth shares Shield Arms’ new ROC (Revolver Optics Conversion) mount – a no-mill option that easily attaches to your J-Frame revolvers (like the S&W 442) giving you an instant optics solution for iron-sighted revolvers. Shield Arms is also showcasing their new Split Rig – an easy on-and-off chest rig perfect for shooting prone, and finally their Grip Chop service for the Glock 48 and 43X. This service shaves off just enough of the grip to fit the new Shield Arms 10-round flush fit mag made specifically for their Grip Chop – Did they just invent the Glock 43X/48 SF?

Welcome to TFB’s Wheelgun Wednesday, our weekly foray into the world of wheelguns. This week, we’ll take a look at the Smith & Wesson 36, which is a 5-shot, small-frame revolver chambered in .38 Special. The Model 36 is a purpose built self-defense revolver, which is also associated with detective work during the 20th Century. Is it still a viable self-defense weapon for the 21st Century? Let’s see.

Luke C joins legendary competitive speed shooter Jerry Miculek at the 2024 NRA Show to talk about his new custom revolver from Smith & Wesson – the Model 327 WR. The Model 327 WR is a 9mm revolver with a lot of high-end lightweight materials baked into the design to make it lighter and quicker to handle in tandem with Jerry’s custom slick polished grips. Join Luke and Jerry today as they talk about the reasoning behind all of these design decisions for this special revolver celebrating his World Record (WR) revolver speed shooting achievements.

Say you’re worried about being rolled in the mean streets, see? If you feel you might need to wear iron to keep the redhots at bay, then the new Heritage Roscoe will throw lead and make you look like a private dick while you’re at it.

Welcome everyone to the 237th edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, this is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are actually for sale and ask the question – is this Gat a sweet deal or only have Fudd appeal?  Each week the TFB staff weighs in with their thoughts, but readers get the final say in the poll at the bottom of each article.

Luke C is back on the floor at NRAAM 20204 talking with Jess from Colt about some of their new revolvers. In addition to a new 8″ long variant of the ever-popular Python line of revolvers, Colt is also re-releasing and updating the compact Viper, and introducing two new Bear-themed revolvers with the new Kodiak and Grizzly magnum revolvers.

Magpul Industries just announced their new Magpul P320 Grip modules for the popular SIG Sauer P320 pistols. This new aftermarket boost for the P320 will be available in full sized and compact versions, with two versions each; with a manual safety cutout, and one without. For new shooters unfamiliar with the SIG P320, unlike nearly every other pistol, its Fire Control Unit (FCU) is the serialized part, separate from the grip, which means the FCU can be swapped into different grips to meet user’s needs and desires.

Glock has finally added the 17L back to their lineup! New for 2024 the longest variant of 9mm Glock is now available with the Gen 5 upgrades and the MOS optics cut system. Hop stopped by the Glock booth at NRAAM 2024 to check out the Glock 17L Gen 5 MOS.

In the last couple of years, the resurgence of the Hi Power pistol has taken the market by storm. Both Springfield Armory and FN have come out with their own variants of the iconic pistol. While my write-up of the Springfield Armory SA35 is coming soon, I have spent a fair amount of time with the FN High Power and after a couple of months shooting the FN, I can tell you my experience with this modernized classic.

That’s right folks, Glock has finally graced us with a new G17L. And not just any Glock 17L, but a Glock 17L Gen5 MOS. This has always been a less common model in the Glock catalog, so it was a bit of a surprise to see it added. But it is a very interesting model, so let’s check it out.

[Luke is at NRAAM 2024 in Dallas, Texas checking out the Fusion Firearms booth and their brand new 2011-style pistol that takes Glock mags. The Fusion Firearms 20X11 pistol is currently available in a 4.5” model but will soon be expanded to include 5” variants. Each 20×11 is compatible with Glock OEM and aftermarket 17 round magazines and retails for about $1,100 making it a more affordable option for those seeking a 2011-style pistol.