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At different parts of your life as a gun owner you'll eventually run into a situation where you inherit a firearm, whether that be from a relative passing away, a handed down gift from an elder family member, or in the case of this particular Mossberg 500 brought into your collection by your significant other. While I have zero gripes about the tried and true Mossberg 500 platform and its abilities, at times the accessories that people decide are the right fit for them aren't the best out there. Case in point, this shotgun came to me with a telescoping stock and pistol grip from ATI. This is not an ATI hate piece so I will leave my opinions and observations to a before and after based on my changes. To upgrade my new Mossberg I chose the Mesa Tactical LEO Gen 2 Telescoping stock adapter, specifically model 92630.

The Glock 34 was my first handgun ever. Perhaps not the perfect choice for competition, but I completely disregarded everyone’s advice and that’s what I got. Sharp Shot Studios has one as well, and here his Glock 34 Gen 5 MOS can be seen nestled among snow, ice, and a few scattered doughnuts.

Throughout the years, Turkish firearms have fascinated me in the same way that LADA vehicles from Russia do - they’re typically simple, have straightforward engineering, and best of all, they’re incredibly affordable. Unfortunately, that price drop usually comes at the cost of long-term durability - just take a look at any one of our Turkish shotgun burn downs. However, occasionally, a Turkish firearm like the BRG9 Elite will surprise me with its level of reliability and durability, and thus, I like to try out what the manufacturers in Turkey are up to with their latest offerings. Today, we’re going to test out another example of that with the recently released TriStar Arms (KRAL Arms) KR-22 semi-auto rimfire rifle.

I have been shooting 2011s for a long time. Over the years, I have tried almost every variant of the platform from OG STI 2011s to newer modified variants like the Platypus, OA 2311 and newer Staccato HDs. One of the long-time weaknesses of the 2011 platform has been magazines. Not only are mags expensive, but due to the fact that the 2011 platform grip modules were originally designed for 45 ACP, the tubes tend to be larger than necessary, expanding the size of the grip along with it. Additionally, 2011 mags tend to have problems when dust and other foreign pieces of debris get into the tube, more so than other platforms. In recent years, we have seen a massive increase in “2011’s” on the market that keep the excellent ergonomics and trigger of the platform while using other, typically cheaper and more reliable magazines. The P211 is SIG Sauer’s attempt to break into this market. It honestly surprises me that it took this long for SIG to introduce a 2011 to the market.

The Warsaw Pact was disbanded 34 years ago, but one significant part of it remains almost intact to this day. While the Warsaw Pact was primarily a military treaty organisation, created by the Soviet Union as a counterweight to NATO, there was another part to it - a joint military-industrial complex.

Airman 1st Class Marcus White-Allen, assigned to F.E. Warren Air Force Base and a part of the 90th Missile Wing also known as the “Mighty Ninety”, who was under investigation for the fatal July shooting of fellow airman Brayden Lovan, has been found dead, making it the   fourth death at the base since July   and the second that we can confidently directly link to the original incident.

Beretta has released a limited-edition A300 Ultima Patrol Raider produced to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. The Raider pairs the A300 platform with a Frogskin-pattern finish inspired by early disruptive camouflage used in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Each shotgun is individually serialized and delivered with a custom wooden presentation case and a wooden ammo crate with velvet lining and rope handles.

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Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new YHM R45 Multi-Host Suppressor. This week, we are taking a closer look at modularity. Is it really as much of a benefit as the marketing materials suggest?

The Maven Optics S1.2S-25-50x80 Spotting scope was provided by Maven for this review, and while I am allowed to keep this optic after the conclusion of this review, it will not impact my current or future opinions on the brand and their products. The Maven Optics S1.2S - 25-50x80 has been used extensively over the past 9 months on the range and at a local farm.

Photo Of The Day, where we continue to look at interesting firearms (and their names) from around the World. Today, it’s time for the Schmeisser Messerschmitt AR15 Swedish Hunter Edition, made in Germany. This rifle was designed specifically for Swedish hunters in response to recent legislative changes that made hunting with AR-15s legal. Unfortunately, that legislation changed for the worse just as quickly and the Government is preparing to confiscate them all, and a few more.

Welcome to Fudd Friday, where we look at firearms, ammunition, accessories, etc that might seem outdated but refuse to die. This week we are talking about how Thompson/Center Arms is back from the dead and what it says about what shooters actually want versus what the industry thinks they should want.

Sturm, Ruger & Company has expanded its American Rifle Generation II lineup with the introduction of the new Prairie variant. The addition broadens the series with models chambered in calibers ranging from 22 ARC to 7mm PRC, covering both intermediate and long-range hunting applications. While the stock might look a bit strange, it looks like it could do great for anyone (that’s everyone!) who uses an optic for their aiming.

Palmetto State Armory is back in the news with a new and logical next step in the evolution of its Soviet Arms Krink series of firearms, chambering the new "Krinkov" in classic 7.62x39. Whatever your thoughts may be when it comes to PSA, there is no doubt that they are taking feedback seriously and developing firearms that the gun community wants to see hit the market. More than that, PSA is known for taking on the mission of spreading 2A cheer at a price that won’t take you to the cleaners or a family law practice, and the 7.62x39 Krink is no exception.

Akkar USA is a fully owned subsidiary of Akkar - a premier shotgun manufacturer founded in Istanbul, Turkey in 1985 - and now that they are stateside, Akkar USA is looking to bring affordable and serviceable shotguns to the masses in the US. Their newest releases are the Ranch Hand  and Meat Stick pump-actions for upland bird and waterfowl hunting. 

For all of our brethren in the restrictive state of California, there is good news coming your way via Springfield Armory as their California Legal Echelon models are now shipping. This includes the 4.0C (Echelon Compact) and 4.5F (Echelon Full-Size) as well as compensated barrel versions of each.

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.