Front Line Friday #1: The Reality Between Policy and Pavement
A weekly look at duty-grade gear, training, and decisions that have to work on your worst day—not just photograph well on someone else’s best day.
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NEW Vortex Triumph 2 MOA Red Dot
The Triumph line proves that an honest, attractively priced optic doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality, and the Triumph 2 MOA Red Dot is no exception.
2015 Russian 6x49 Assault Rifles
In 2015, photographs and videos began circulating of several prototype rifle designs from the mid-2010s, chambered for an obscure experimental round, the 6x49, which was the Soviet Union's unified 6mm cartridge . The photos and videos show new developmental rifles chambered for the Soviet-er...
POTD: Czech Craftsmanship - The KMR W-02 Spectra S OR
Today’s Photo of the Day features the KMR W-02 Spectra S OR. TFB hasn’t written tons about KMR; in fact, this might be our first-ever article. KMR Arms is a Czech firearms manufacturer known for precision-focused competition pistols, particularly within IPSC and action shooting.
Robert Cekada Poised to become Next ATF Director After Confirmation Hearing
A key theme emerged around Second Amendment protections. Cekada repeatedly vowed that the ATF's mission is "not to burden lawful gun owners."
REVIEW: Griffin Armament MK2 11.5” CQB
I’ve been a fan of Griffin Armament for a while, having used their M2 iron sights for years, enjoying the quality of their silencers, and, more recently, appreciating significant value in their optics line after reviewing the 1-10x Mil-R SFP LPVO. Perhaps I’ve been working backwards, but it m...
Is Your EDC a Worthless Talisman?
Editor’s Note: The following article is not intended as legal advice and represents the opinion of the author. Consult all applicable federal, state and local laws. Everybody knows that there are many places where you cannot carry a firearm — even if you’re licensed — like federal bu...
Understanding Pistol Red Dot Footprints
DPP, RMSc, RMR, ACRO, and Doctor Optics: all similar but different red dot footprints. Are you confused yet? The world of optics footprints is messy and confusing. The naming conventions sometimes overlap, also adding to the quagmire. In this article, we’ll sort through it all to provide a clea...
[SHOT 2026] US Palm EOS Series Suppressors Debut 3D-Printed Lineup
US Palm unveiled their EOS Series suppressors at SHOT Show 2026, bringing 3D-printed construction and low back pressure design to four dedicated models. The Eye Of the Storm lineup includes three Inconel cans and one titanium option, each optimized for specific platforms rather than taking ...
Trump DOJ Submits Brief in Massachusetts Handgun Roster Case
The Civil Rights Division of the Trump administration Department of Justice has filed an amicus brief defending the Second Amendment against infringements imposed by the Massachusetts handgun roster.