1879 Reichsrevolver: History and Accuracy Test
Germany’s 1879 Reichsrevolver is often dismissed as obsolete. An original shooting test with a removable red dot shows why this big single-action deserves another look.
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TFB Weekly Web Deals 207: Deals for October 5th, 2026
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 207! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Strike Industries, 5.11 Tactical, Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whethe...
US Army Releases ‘The NCO Barracks Guidebook’ to Empower Leaders, Reinforce Standards as Part of Broader Barracks Strategy
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army has published “The NCO’s Barracks Guidebook,” a comprehensive resource developed by noncommissioned officers for noncommissioned officers, to empower junior leaders with the tools and confidence to improve Soldiers’ living conditions and enforce standa...
CMSAF Announces Distinctive Beret for Air Force EOD Airmen
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —   Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David R. Wolfe announced Oct. 2 that Air Force explosive ordnance disposal Airmen will earn a distinctive rust-colored beret, recognizing their specialized combat arms mission and contributions to the joint force. The ann...
How the AMPV Killed the M113
If you spend five minutes talking to anyone who has served in an Armored Brigade Combat Team, they’ll tell you that the tanks and infantry fighting vehicles usually get all the glory. The public fixates on the 120mm smoothbore cannons and 25mm Bushmaster chainguns punching holes in targets acro...
Why Everyone Wants Montana — And Why Montanans Are Fed Up
Ask a lifelong Montanan how they feel about the steady stream of newcomers, and you may get pointed to a sign hanging in a Bozeman bar. It reads that you should welcome yourself to Montana while remembering you are a refugee, not a missionary. The message is blunt, but it captures a tension that ...
USAF EOD Finally Gets Their Beret
Last night, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Wolfe shared this image and comment on social media: EOD Airmen take on some of our joint force’s most complex and hazardous missions. The beret authorization aligns EOD’s uniform distinction with its designation as a specialized conventi...
The Battle of Mogadishu
On this date in 1993, an event occurred which would forever transform US Special Operations. The Battle of Mogadish was fought by a joint organization named ”TF Ranger” deployed to Somalia in support of a UN-led humanitarian mission. Their mission was to dismantle an armed militia led by Gene...
DOJ Confirms It Won’t Appeal NFA Ruling on Suppressors and Short-Barreled Guns
DOJ has formally confirmed it will not appeal the Silencer Shop NFA ruling. The permanent injunction protects covered gun owners and businesses, while nine plaintiff states seek clarity on its reach and ATF prepares guidance.
Orchid Launches FFL Marketing a Gun Store Can Buy
Orchid launched a Firearm Digital Marketing service for gun stores on Sept. 29, built around the channels Google, Meta and TikTok closed to FFLs: local search, cart recovery, email and marketplace listings.