Paradox of the German Tiger II Tank

The Tiger II tank, officially designated as Panzerkampfwagen Tiger Ausf. B and introduced in 1944, was Germany’s most advanced heavy tank of World War II. Known as the Königstiger (King Tiger) by the Germans and often referred to as the Royal Tiger by Allied forces, it was designed to dominate...

By Eugene Nielsen

Canadian Modular Assault Rifle - Canada Selects New Rifle

The Canadian Armed Forces are set to adopt variants of Colt Canada’s MRR as the Canadian Modular Assault Rifle (CMAR). The announcement  stated that more than 65,000 rifles will be procured over the next 5 years to replace the Colt Canada C7 rifles and C8 carbines currently in Canadian...

By Matthew Moss

Iranian Sleeper Cells in America: How Prepared Do You Really Need to Be?

Editor’s Note — Updated February 28, 2026: U.S. and Israeli forces struck Iran this morning, Khamenei has been confirmed killed, and Iran has retaliated against U.S. military assets across the Gulf. The threat picture for the American homeland has shifted. Read the original guidance below...

By Scott Witner

TFB Review: Chisel Machining Shotgun Stocks

The stock is a critical part of any shoulder-fired firearm. The need to stabilize the weapon and create a marriage of user and system is a personal experience; those assessing innovation seek to strengthen that relationship. Chisel Machining  is one such company that has united out-of-the-bo...

By Toby M

The Unique Story of an Iraqi Designated DMR

Explore the unique story of Iraq's Tabuk Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) - a long-barreled AK variant produced by Al-Qadissiya Establishments that served as the Iraqi military's precision rifle tied to Saddam Hussein's forces.

Push Daggers – A Great Get Off Me Tool

My affinity for push daggers began when I was in middle school. I read a lot of SWAT, American Survival Guide, and similar magazines back then, and there were frequent ads for Cold Steel in them. Their Urban Pal and Urban Skinner caught my attention, as did the later Terminator and Safe Keeper mo...

By Jim Cobb

The MK12 SPR: The Multi-Tool of the AR World

The AR-15 has become the most prolific modern rifle in America—and for good reason. Its modularity, accuracy, ergonomics, and proven track record make it a top choice for self-defense, competition, and professional use. But among all the possible configurations, there’s endless debate...

By Toby M
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