Springfield Echelon VIS: The Smartest Optic Mount Going
The Springfield Echelon VIS mounts most optics straight to the slide, no adapter plate needed. Here's why it works, plus two holsters built for it.
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Okuma Eminent Baitcast Reel – Performance and Value
Okuma is giving anglers what they need while still sticking to the budget with the new Okuma Eminent Baitcast reels, combining top-tier performance with value. This is a new line of low-profile baitcasters engineered with a refined design and dependable performance. Some of the features include ...
Tallboy and Grand Slam: World War II Bunker Busters
By 1940, both England and Germany realized that the Kriegsmarine’s U-Boats were the key to the Battle of the Atlantic. Eliminating the German submarine threat was Britain’s top priority. Expanding the U-Boat fleet was Germany’s greatest hope to bring the British to their knees. In those dar...
TFB Review: XS Sights Walther PDP Tritium Sight Set & RMR Optic Plate
The Walther PDP has quickly become a pistol of choice for all manner of applications: defense, recreation, and competition. Like many stock handguns though, it can leave much to be desired in the way of iron sights and even the adaptation of optics. So, in this TFB Review, we are going to take a ...
AllOutdoor Review – Alpacka Raft Caribou
Packrafting has completely altered how you can get into the wilderness, giving us the excitement of being on the water combined with the freedom of backpacking. And Alpacka Raft Caribou is at the center of this change. They didn’t just create the modern packraft, they keep finding ways to i...
Should I Put Optics on My 1911 (or Not)?
I love 1911 handguns. There is something about the short and light trigger that helps me shoot 1911 pistols more precisely than any other pistol platform. Quite simply, the 1911 pistol hits “home” with me. The craftsmanship engineered into a 1911 supersedes other semi-auto pistols by far for ...
TFB Review: Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F 9mm COA
One of the dominating trends in the firearms industry for the last decade has been red dots on handguns. If we narrow our focus to trends in 2026, then we absolutely need to mention the growing adoption of the Aimpoint COA, an enclosed emitter red dot built for harsh duty use. What does “CO...
New Valhalla Gen 2 Bipod From Spartan Precision Equipment
A good bipod isn't just about keeping the muzzle off the ground. It's a stability system that lets a shooter manage recoil, control follow-through, and call shots with confidence. In prone, a bipod replaces the shooter's supporting arm, freeing it for trigger control and loading. I...
6 Lee Six Pack Pro Upgrades That Make Progressive Reloading Easier
The Lee Precision Six Pack Pro is a well-designed machine, but as with any machine, it can be made better by adding a few simple pieces of equipment.
TFB Weekly Web Deals 192: Deals for June 22nd, 2026
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 192! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like 5.11 Tactical, Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking fo...