Review: Springfield Armory 1911 Mil-Spec .45

I recently had the chance to test the Springfield Armory Mil-Spec pistol in .45 ACP, positioned in the manufacturer’s line as a very reasonably priced basic service pistol — yet one that still features a rugged forged frame and slide. Except for its taller sights, it shares the silhouette of ...

By Massad Ayoob

Lindnerhof Expands Portfolio with Magazine Pouches, Utility Solutions and Chest Rig

LENGGRIES, GERMANY (24 April 2026) Lindnerhof, a tactical gear manufacturer specialising in load-carrying systems and part of Mehler Systems, is expanding its portfolio with a new range of pouches and load-carrying solutions. The release includes magazine pouches for common calibre systems, admin...

By Eric G

TFB Weekly Web Deals 183: Deals for April 27th, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 183! 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.

USPS Pushes New Firearm Mailing Rule That Gun Owners Say Defies Court Ruling

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Postal Service is moving forward with a proposed rule that gun rights advocates say undermines a recent federal court victory and continues to violate the Second Amendment. Gun Owners of America (GOA) won a court case earlier this year that forced the USPS to overtur...

By Luke McCoy

Lockheed D-21: Cold War Spy Drone

In October 1962, the C.I.A. and the U.S.A.F. requested that Lockheed study a high-speed, high-altitude drone concept for reconnaissance flights over particularly hostile territories to avoid endangering aircrews. Created during the height of the Cold War and following the shootdown of a U-2 spy p...

By Friedrich Seiltgen
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