A Soviet Experiment - The Kalashnikov Assault Carbine

Shortly after the adoption of the Kalashnikov design in 1949, Soviet small-arms development found itself at a doctrinal crossroads. The AK emerged as the final survivor of a rigorous postwar rifle competition, and, in an odd twist, it was accepted despite not fully meeting the full-auto accuracy ...

By Lynndon Schooler

TFB Weekly Web Deals 175: Deals for March 2nd, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 175! 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 ...

By Luke C.

Review: Custom Smith Enterprise M21A5 “Crazy Horse” Rifle

If you have not heard of Smith Enterprise, Inc., it is one of the most respected names in the M14/M1A world. In addition to providing civilian customers with a wide range of popular products for the platform, the company has also played an important role in both developing and providing weapon sy...

By Jeremy Tremp

Silencer Saturday #421: Should You Change Your NFA Ownership Structure

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new Victra 20-gauge shotgun suppressor . Are your NFA items in the right ownership structure? With free tax stamps available, now may be a good time to rea...

By Daniel Y

Slim, Sleek, and Eye-Catching – Streamlight’s new Wedge SL

While I was at SHOT Show in January, I met with the wonderful PR team for Streamlight. I’ve been a fan of their product line for ages, and I own far more Streamlight products than any other in the portable illumination niche. So, I was excited to see what new models they were rolling out [&#823...

By Jim Cobb

POTD: Toor Knives Tombstone Collection

Photo Of The Day and it’s time for some knives that dropped recently. The Toor Knives Tombstone Collection is a limited-edition series built around frontier grit and hard-use practicality, finished in a bold Black & Brass scheme that makes no attempt to blend in. Drawing inspiration fro...

By Eric B

Bond Arms' 250th Anniversary Hand Cannon: Built For America The Brave

Are you looking for a dead-simple handgun that hits like a hammer? Bond Arms hears your plea and offers the new America 250th Special Edition Hand Cannon. Yeah, that’s what they call it, and the name sounds a bit hokey, but a closer look at the specs shows they might be naming it accurately.

By Zac K
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