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TFB Review: Bear Creek Arsenal BC-45 Side Charging .45 ACP AR Pistol
by WesKL on April 19, 2025 at 12:00 am
I’ve wanted an AR pistol for a while but couldn’t decide between building one or buying a complete kit. Then, Bear Creek Arsenal (BCA) sent me the BC-45 to test and review, making it easy to decide.
POTD: The Canadian Military Police
by Eric B on April 18, 2025 at 11:30 pm
Photo Of The Day and a closer look at the Military Police who are sworn to uphold Canadian law and the Code of Service Discipline. With over 1,250 full-time members, they represent one of the largest police forces in Canada. From investigating cybercrimes and theft on military bases to protecting VIPs, conducting undercover operations, and providing aircraft security, the Canadian MPs deliver 24/7 policing, security, and detention services. They serve the Canadian Armed Forces both at home and on deployments around the world—including in conflict zones and disaster-stricken regions. The rifle above seems to be the C7A2 automatic rifle.
Fudd Friday: Remington's Model 8 And Model 81 Were Weird And Wonderful
by Zac K on April 18, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Until the great AR-ification of American gun culture, semi-autos had an iffy reputation among hunters. The Browning BAR was well-respected, but also expensive. The semi-auto centerfire rifles that most hunters could afford came with one or two knocks against them: They were either unreliable or not particularly accurate. But wayyyy back, in the first half of the 20th century, there was one series that had a pretty good reputation amongst anyone fortunate enough to afford one. The Remington Model 8 and subsequent Model 81 were generally considered to be excellent hunting arms, at least by the standards of their day.
Different Kinds Of Handguns, Explained
by Daniel Y on April 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm
When you hear the word “handgun,” the image in your mind could vary wildly. Everything from the cowboy revolvers of the Wild West to a modern pistol with a silencer, flashlight, red dot sight, and extended magazine fall into that category. If you are thinking about getting a handgun, understanding the various types is critical. Let’s break them down into categories that can help you find what you are looking for.
Magpul’s Toughest Glove Yet? Meet the Breach 2.0
by Eric B on April 18, 2025 at 5:00 pm
Magpul has added a new tactical glove to its lineup - the Breach Glove 2.0, designed for better protection and fire resistance. It uses D30 knuckle protectors that meet motorcycle and industrial safety standards, and incorporates fire-resistant Nomex material.

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RE: Divine Simulation - A Model That Came From A Discussion With ChatGPT

I was bored in my office and was killing some time to s...

By Donald Baker , 8 hours ago
RE: Divine Simulation - A Model That Came From A Discussion With ChatGPT

Wow that's one long chat. I've found myself using AI m...

By Phidippides , 2 days ago
RE: Divine Simulation - A Model That Came From A Discussion With ChatGPT

Here is the actual chat that preceded the model outline...

By Donald Baker , 5 days ago
RE: Divine Simulation - A Model That Came From A Discussion With ChatGPT

I was playing around with ChatGPT and this was the resu...

By Donald Baker , 5 days ago
Divine Simulation - A Model That Came From A Discussion With ChatGPT

By Donald Baker , 5 days ago
RE: I Love This Political Cartoon

Wow, I did not have "Trump destroying the current finan...

By Phidippides , 2 weeks ago
RE: I Love This Political Cartoon

I personally think Trump might intentionally be trying ...

By Donald Baker , 2 weeks ago
RE: I Love This Political Cartoon

The tariffs are an interesting development. I don't kno...

By Phidippides , 2 weeks ago
I Love This Political Cartoon

Ben Garrison is pretty good. Trump-Saves-Uncle-...

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