If you grew up playing Half-Life, you probably remember how cool the MP5 looked with that underslung grenade launcher. It was a staple of late-90s gaming, and let’s be honest, it still holds up today. I’ve always wanted to recreate that look, but nothing on the market quite hit the mark—so I decided … [Read more...]
We Made The MP5 W/ M203 From Half-Life; You Can Own One
Rethinking the necessity of back-up iron sights for moder…
Rethinking Backup Iron Sights for Carry Pistols As miniature red-dot sights (MRDS) become the industry standard for carry pistols, the long-held philosophy that backup iron sights are mandatory is facing increased scrutiny. Modern optical technology has advanced significantly in durability and … [Read more...]
AR-15 vs AK-47: Which Is Better for Home Defense?
When you're thinking about which rifle to keep around the house for protection, the AR-15 and the AK-47 often come up. They're both super popular, but they're built on pretty different ideas. One is all about being tough and simple, while the other focuses on being precise and easy to change up. … [Read more...]
Top 10 Guns of 2018: TFBTV Viewers’ Picks
The top 10 guns of 2018, as ranked by TFBTV viewers, show exactly what gun enthusiasts were paying attention to that year. These are the 10 firearms that grabbed the most attention in their first month in the spotlight — chosen by viewer interest, not by editors. Top 10 Guns of 2018: Key … [Read more...]
Assault Rifle Effectiveness: A Practical Test 2026
The term "assault rifle" often gets a bad rap, especially in media discussions. But what does it really mean, and how effective is such a firearm in practice? This post explores the technical definition and puts an M16A1 carbine to the test to see how it performs. Key Takeaways The term … [Read more...]