Firearms Customization

In this episode of TFBTV, Nic takes FN’s Quick Detach Pistol Compensator to the range for a hands-on test. We’ll see if a QD pistol compensator really reduces recoil and muzzle flip as advertised. Does it improve control and accuracy, or is it just another pointless and pricey accessory? Watch to find out!

Strike Industries has a new muzzle device for 9mm handguns with 1/2x28 threaded barrels. The new Strike Pistol Linear Compensator is advertised to redirect the concussive force and muzzle flash forward and keep the lens of the weapon-mounted lights clean. The Strike Pstol Linear Compensator is not a suppressor although it may look like one and Strike Industries say it can be a great prop alternative to suppressors.

Timney Triggers are not just for bolt action and semi automatic guns anymore! The new Timney Lever Action Trigger fits the Marlin family of lever guns. It offers a 3-3.5 pound single-stage pull. Let’s take a closer look at what it brings to the table.

If you’ve thought of building a retro “Gordy” or “Blood Diamond” rifle in the past, raise your hand. I’m right there with you. As if a sign from above that it’s truly meant to be, B5 Systems recently expanded on their retro line of furniture for the CAR15. Let’s face it, I didn’t need a sign. This is an itch that isn’t going away until I finally scratch it, and B5 Systems is stepping up to make it easier to accomplish without sacrificing the quality of materials and exacting standards we’ve come to know from them.

B5 Systems has a new family of furniture for AKs. There are multiple models of stocks, a handguard, and a pistol grip. All of the B5 Systems AK furniture is made in the USA and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Keep reading for an overview of all of the models.

FN has released several new accessory items for the SCAR family. These parts have already been seen on complete guns, but are now being offered for the first time as individual parts. These new parts are compatible with existing SCAR firearms.

It’s no secret that the Sig Sauer P365 has become one of the most popular sub-compact handguns on the market since its 2018 SHOT Show debut, and you know what they say, with great success comes great accessories. Alright, maybe that isn’t the saying, but it’s true! While polymer-frame handguns have been the norm since the P365 was a twinkle Sig’s eye, you just can’t please everyone. Well, maybe you can. Now you can buy a JT P365 Aluminum Grip Module, developed by Juggernaut Tactical, directly on the Sig Sauer website. There is a little more going on here than just a grip module, however. Let’s take a closer look.

Rosco Manufacturing is adding to its limited edition series of Husky heavy barrels for the AR-15 platform. The lineup previously included 10.3”, 12.5”, and 14.5” models, however, at the moment only the 14.5” and new 11.5” variants are in stock and available for purchase. Will there be more? You’ll have to ask Rosco, but “limited” could indicate a firm “you snooze, you lose” policy from the Rhode Island barrel manufacturer. Let’s take a closer look at the Limited 11.5” 5.56 NATO Husky Barrel.

Rosco Manufacturing, delivering accuracy and expertise in hard-use precision barrel making, demands stringent performance standards throughout its product lines. The Rhode Island manufacturer has evolved again, excited to announce its 6mm ARC Purebred Barrel Series in 14.5”, 16”, and 20”, respectively.

Why a design that is over 40 years old has so deeply and indelibly penetrated the firearms market is a bit perplexing. Everywhere you turn at the gun range, it is Glocks as far as the eye can see. Gaston Glock obviously was onto something because here we are 42 years later deploying them for military, law enforcement, competition, self-defense, and general tomfoolery at the range purposes. One of the hallmark downsides to a factory Glock pistol though are their sights. They are plastic… a dull white color… and prone to breaking if you’re doing one of those YouTube brutality tests for some internet clout.

MDT Sporting Goods is announcing the expansion of its Field Stock Chassis System line to include the CZ 455, Savage MKII, and Tikka T1X rimfire rifles. These additions aim to enhance the performance and ergonomics of these popular rifles, providing shooters with a tailored and customizable shooting experience.

While at GunCon 2024 at the Brownells headquarters, I stopped in at the Victor Company booth and found some brand new chassis with two handguard options for the Ruger 10/22 rifle. The Victor Company RPG Chassis for the Ruger 10/22 platform are designed with precision shooting and competition in mind but are light enough to fit other roles as well. The Victor Company’s “RPG” designation stands for “Rapid Precision Gun.”

Luke C (  @BallisticAviation  ) is back at GunCon 2024 hosted by  @brownells  and  @TheGunCollective  to talk with Jake from  @radianweapons  about their latest version of the AFTERBURNER + RAMECT recoil management system. The AFTERBURNER and RAMJET work together to help you control the recoil of your pistol which should lead to faster split times, and tighter groups, and add a bit of aesthetic flare to your favorite range or carry a gun. The AFTERBURNER + RAMJET now make their way to the P365 and P365-XMACRO platforms. Stay tuned for news about future AFTERBURNER and RAMJET releases coming soon.

During the GunCon 2024 event at Brownells in Iowa, I stopped by the Align Tactical booth. They’ve been on a quest to provide pistol thumb rests across a varied selection of self-defense and competition models. Align Tactical’s newest addition is the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Thumb Rest, however, they had already released thumb rests for Glock Gen 3, 4 and 5, SIG P320, Heckler & Koch VP9, and Canik Rival and Mete series pistols.

Suppressors are hot in the U.S. shooting market right now, and that means a renewed interest in subsonic ammunition—if your bullets aren’t breaking the sound barrier, it’s a lot easier to stay stealthy. And for that reason, the rimfireologists at Volquartson have brought the Firefly bolt back into production.

Helix 6 Precision is well known in the Pacific Northwest for being a premium precision barrel manufacturer and specifically for its carbon fiber barrels. Helix 6 Precision is excited to announce that they've just doubled their product line offerings with the addition of 68 total new barrel options available to purchase now for popular platforms like the SIG Cross, Tikka T3, Savage, AR platform, and even .375 barrel blank options!

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I decided to do some much-needed and desired maintenance on a gun that was once dubbed “the gunsmith’s best friend” or “gunsmith’s nightmare” depending on where you read. I of course am talking about the contentious Colt 1877 otherwise known as the Lightning (Thunderer for 41 cal or Rainmaker for 32 cal). I have talked about all the little issues, controversies, and real-world happenings of this controversial Colt in a separate Commentary article. Today we are taking it apart, taking a peek, and seeing if we can get this thing closer to the like new condition it deserves. Let’s dive right into Diagnosing and Assessing a Colt 1877 Lightning!

The new RUK AK magazine adapter from Occam Defense brings standard AK mags to the Ruger American bolt-action rifle. Rather than the standard Mini-30 mags, which can be expensive and hard to find, AK mags practically grow on trees and tend to be more affordable (as long as you aren’t buying rare ones). Let’s check it out.

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I figured with Memorial Day around the corner it may be a good opportunity to talk about M1 Garand maintenance or even a touch of general firearm maintenance and conservation. The last time we did something like this was with a Glock and a Glock Armorer’s Book. Perhaps you have Pappy’s M1 and want to clean it according to the military manuals or you just want to be on top of preservation. Let’s dive right in!

Magpul added another crop of new items to their catalog for 2024, just like they do every year, but this time it’s not just AR stocks and grips. First up, they have a new set of grip modules for the SIG P320 to go along with their P320-compatible AMAGs. Second, Magpul joins the year of the lever action with stocks and handguards for several patterns of lever guns. Hop and Luke visited to check them out but this time they got permission first.

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I decided to add to my pile of dummy rounds and show you folks one way to make them. There are multiple ways and they all have pros and cons. I would not call this gunsmithing by any means but it’s gunsmithing adjacent. Sometimes testing a firearm with live ammunition is not possible or necessary. I have always found it convenient to have a safe quick way to test feeding and chambering. I find myself wishing I had more cartridge types but I’m at the point where I don’t feel like overpaying for a few mass-produced ones. That being said, let’s dive into my solution and how I make dummy rounds!

C&H Precision has a new series of scope tube mounts for micro red dot optics. They are available in a range of tube diameters and footprints. Let’s take a closer look at the feature set.

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits the ERATAC booth to talk to them about their high-end, adjustable (and pricey!) drop-in AR trigger. Have a look and let us know what you think in the comments – worth the price?

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I decided to take you guys along with me for another closer look at some tools I picked up at SHOT 2024. Wheeler was once a sponsor of TFB Armorer’s Bench so I made sure to stop by and say hello and thank you and when they were showing me the new stuff they handed me their newish F.A.T. Stix Preset Torque Wrench Set. I have had the chance to use these a couple times now so let’s dive into the F.A.T. Stix Preset Torque Wrench Set and give it a closer look!

Welcome back to another face-off review. This week, I wanted to take a look at some of the compensated pistol options on the market. Some of the most popular currently are the SIG Sauer P320 Spectre Comp and the PMM (Parker Mountain Machine) JTTC Dual Compensator. At the surface, both options look remarkably similar but when digging a bit deeper, the differences start to become apparent where a certain individual may prefer one system over another. Let’s take a closer look at the JTTC Dual Comp and SIG Spectre Comp.

If you’re not a fan of your original SIG Sauer P365 grip module and are looking for something affordable and fresh, Strike Industries is excited to announce the pre-order availability of their new P365 Enhanced Grip Module. Available in a variety of colors, the polymer grip module also includes several comfort and utility enhancements including a larger trigger undercut, added accessory rail, and a beveled and flared magazine well.

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I am going to relay my experience working with silicon carbide and the process of applying it to a grip. This is something I have no experience in, have heard of, have seen it done, but never attempted until now. I did some stippling in gunsmithing school and honestly, it was not for me. I can do it but I am not a patient person so the time/steadiness aspect involved in actual stippling is unattractive to me. Silicon carbide-ing grips however presents itself as being not only user-friendly for a beginner but also forgiving. So how’d it go and how’s it feel? Let’s dive right in!

Welcome to our Photo Of The Day! Each day, we feature a stunning photograph that captures the beauty and diversity of our world. Daniel Defense firearms are designed, manufactured and assembled in Black Creek, Georgia and here’s an excellent photo of a custom V7S Short Barreled Rifle.

Welcome everyone to the  TFB Armorer’s Bench! As mentioned in the little blurb below, this series will focus on a lot of home armorer and gunsmith activities. In this article, I wanted to recap some of the new tools I spied at SHOT Show 2024. SHOT 2024 came, went, and left us with some interesting and exciting new products on the way and already on store shelves. I had the amazing opportunity to attend (my first SHOT) and it was overwhelming, to say the least. At the same time, it was an absolute blast and a great chance to meet folks. Lots of new stuff left and right but I kept my eyes out for anything new under the TFB Armorer’s Bench umbrella of interest. Let’s dive right in!

The new AK Trigger from Timney is now available. This drop-in trigger has a 3.5-pound single-stage pull and fits a wide range of AK models. Let’s check it out.