How the 1911 Evolved Into the 2011, and Took Over the Handgun Market

John Browning’s 1911 served the U.S. military for 75 years and became one of America’s most respected handguns. More than a century later, its trigger, ergonomics, and proven operating system live on in the modern double-stack 2011. Here is how a military sidearm evolved into one of today’s...

By Ryan Hodges

TFB Behind the Gun #229: Going Supersonic w/ Johnny of Wild Arms R&D

Jonathan Wild has spent the better part of a decade working his way up the escalation ladder of DIY destructive devices — from a patented caseless ignition system to a hand-built Panzerfaust, then a Fliegerfaust, then the M202A1 FLASH, and most recently a hypervelocity kinetic rocket built ...

By Luke C.

Rock Island VRPF14 Pump Action 12 Gauge – $199.99

The Rock Island VRPF14 is on sale at Palmetto State Armory for just $199.99. With a compact 14.1-inch barrel, 5+1 capacity, and pump-action reliability.

By Ammoland Editors & Staff

Upgrading My Camera Bag: Pelican 1510 Next Generation Protector Case

For the better part of a decade, my camera case was a no-name FDE hard shell I bought from a local Tractor Supply Co. store, the kind of thing that looks like a Pelican from ten feet away and functions like one until you actually open it up. There was no interior organization to speak […] T...

By Luke Cuenco

Review: Springfield Armory Kuna .40

In today’s article, Beyond Seclusion reviews the new Springfield Kuna chambered for the .40-caliber cartridge. Developed specifically for international law enforcement use, this PDW is now being offered to U.S. citizens looking for a bit more thump than the 9mm offers. The firearm used in t...

By Beyond Seclusion

From Armor to Answer: How the 5.7x28mm Was Built to Beat 9mm’s Limits

FN’s 5.7x28mm was designed for a late-Cold-War problem: compact weapons that could outperform 9mm where armor, range, and controllability mattered. It never replaced 9mm, but NATO standardization proved the cartridge was more than a failed experiment.

By Ryan Hodges

TFB Weekly Web Deals 198: Deals for August 3rd, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals  198, brought to you by Strike Industries , manufacturer of innovative, high-performance firearm accessories. We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Strike Industries, ...

By Luke C.

TFB Review: Springfield Armory Echelon Alpha 4.0C 9mm

The Springfield Armory Echelon has been the darling of Geneseo, Illinois ever since its inception for innumerable reasons. The supremely-clever optics mounting system, texturing/stippling that borders on coming from a Custom Shop, a chassis design for ultimate modularity, and flat out performance...

By Adam Scepaniak
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