How I Almost Got Married Because of SIG 552 - Swiss Rifles History

There are very few guns that are universally liked by everyone. The Swiss SIG 550 series is probably one of the best examples of such a weapon. Just like Swiss watches, to me, Swiss rifles were always a symbol of quality and refinement. But I never had a chance to shoot one and only saw this rifl...

By Vladimir Onokoy

TFB Review: Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 Rifle

In the world of AR15s, the sky truly is the limit with almost endless options for every budget. As of the time of this writing, there are complete rifles available online starting at $349.99. With such a wide variety of pricing, looking at some of the most expensive options can seem wild. I never...

By Matt E

Wheelgun Wednesday: Henry Deadeye Revolvers

Welcome back to TFB’s Wheelgun Wednesday  weekly column, where we discuss everything revolving around gats with cylinders. Today, we’ll take a look at the latest addition to the Henry Repeating Arms revolver line, the Deadeye revolvers. Henry Deadeye revolvers differ from their s...

By Hrachya H

Needle in a Haystack – Finding Other Local Preppers

A very common complaint in the prepper world is an inability to locate other preppers in the immediate vicinity. The idea is to network with them, share ideas, and, in some cases, resources. If nothing else, it helps to know you’re not the only one around with the same sorts of concerns. Social...

By Jim Cobb

Firestarting 101: How to Start a Fire

In today’s article, skilled outdoorsman Wayne van Zwoll teaches us how to start a fire. This basic survival skill was once commonly held by Americans. In the modern world, fewer men and women understand the basics of firestarting. If you spend any time outside of the house, this is a valuable a...

By Wayne van Zwoll