POTD: The Springfield Trapdoor Carbine – Custer’s Cavalry Gun

Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have a carbine that rode into the most studied battle in American history. This is a Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor carbine in .45-70, and this one falls in the serial range issued to the 7th Cavalry. In other words, it’s the type of gun G...

By Sam.S

TFB Behind the Gun #227: Earle Pope w/ Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing

On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome Earle Pope, founder and owner of Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing, a brand-new company out of Brevard, North Carolina, that made quite a splash at GunCon 2026. Chestnut Mountain caught a lot of attention at the...

By Luke C.

Wheelgun Wednesday: Good News, Everyone - The Manurhin MR88 Is Back

Founded in the early 20th century, Manufacture de Machines du Haut-Rhin, aka Manurhin, has done a lot of things. They made food processing machinery and scooters. But after World War II, like much of reindustrializing Europe, they were keen to try new things, so they started making semi-auto pist...

By Zac K

Ever Green International Lucy Worm – Ribbon Renaissance

Ever Green International is going back to the classics with the new Lucy Worm, a 3.2″ curly tail worm. Curly tail worms have been a staple in tackle boxes for anglers since the early 1970s and are arguably one of the most effective soft plastic designs ever conceived. Ever Green Internation...

By Eugene L.

Magpul PMAG GEN M2 vs. M3: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to AR-15 magazines, Magpul’s PMAG line is about as proven as it gets. For years, the PMAG 30 GEN M2 was the standard. It’s tough, reliable, and affordable. But as with any product, there are always potential updates and enhancements to be made. Enter the PMAG GEN M3, Magpul’s ...

By Ryan Domke
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