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In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham is joined by Andrew Wright from SureFire to dive deep into the world of tactical lights, suppressors, and high-performance gear. This discussion explores SureFire’s reputation for creating "bomb-proof" flashlights and their extensive quality control process. Andrew shares insights into how SureFire’s products are trusted by elite military units and law enforcement, and how the same high standards benefit everyday consumers.

Andrew also discusses the technical aspects of their weapon lights, the advancements in suppressors, and how SureFire is pushing the limits of tactical lighting. From enduring extreme testing to offering versatile solutions for both military and civilian users, SureFire’s commitment to innovation is clear. Whether you're interested in competition shooting, personal defense, or just enhancing your daily carry, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge on why investing in quality gear is crucial.

Learn more: https://www.surefire.com/

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This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by SDS Imports, Ruger, Silencer Central, Range Ready, Vortex Optics, Stag Arms, Guns & Gear, Aero Precision and Hodgdon Powder.

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In This Hour:
 
--  20 million new gun owners and the need for supporting 2nd amendment organizations.  Chris Cox of NRA-ILA explains.
 
--  challenges to reloading when the size of the primer pocket changes.
 
--  collecting and firing old military guns.
 
Gun Talk 09.08.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:
 
--  Using guns to stop mass shootings.  Stephen Williford recounts his personal experience and what he would have done differently.

--  The importance of keeping guns so they are ready to use when needed.
 
--  former law enforcement officer explains the difference in being reactive vs. proactive.
 
Gun Talk 09.08.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:
 
--  How and why the AR became the most popular rifle in America.  Randy Luth of DPMS Panther Arms and Luth-AR explains.
 
--  Building strange and unusual cartridges, experimenting by combining different parts.

Gun Talk 09.08.23  Hour 3

If you know David Draper, you want to be David Draper. KJ and David discuss everything from college football rivalries to NRL Hunter matches. The duo discusses what it took to get over the hump and finally compete in the NRL Hunter match in Price, Utah.

Learn more: https://www.petersenshunting.com/

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by: Ruger, Timney Triggers, Range Ready, Silencer Central and Vortex Optics.

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Gun Talk Hunt 09.07.24

In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham discusses the complexities of gun laws and the concept of "sensitive places" with Adam Kraut from the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). They dive into the challenges of carrying firearms even with a permit, recent legal battles, and the impact of Bruen on gun rights. Take advantage of this critical conversation about the Second Amendment and its implications.

Learn more about the Second Amendment Foundation: https://saf.org/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by: Second Amendment Foundation, Vortex Optics, Hodgdon Powder, SDS Imports, Ballistic Advantage, Ruger, Stag Arms and Silencer Central. 

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In This Hour:

--  The wait times to get approval for buying a silencer has been cut from almost a year to a matter of days.   Brandon Maddox, from Silencer Central, gives an update and explains the value of the newest generation of silencers.

--  Tom gets a new rifle.  The only problem is that no one loads ammo for it.

--  One man's project to get gun stores to get customers to register to vote.

Gun Talk 09.01.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Changing and adding parts and accessories for AR-15 rifles and pistols. Mark Keller, of B5 Systems, explains what's possible.

-- A Federal District judge in Kansas rules that a ban on machineguns violated the Second Amendment.

--  How to carry a gun concelaed when wearing bib overalls. There are some good options.

Gun Talk 09.01.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  David Higginbotham, from Sarariland, explains the reason for a retention holster when carrying openly or concealed.

--  Crime Victim Nikki Goeser explains why she will not vote for Kamala Harris.

--  How to work up loads for your hunting rifle.

Gun Talk 09.01.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- What's the proper way to sight in a hunting rifle?

--  Once you have a number of holsters and guns, you don't know which goes with which.  Mark your holsers with the model of pistol it is for.

--  The need to recheck your rifle's aim after changing ammunition.

Gun Talk 09.01.24  After Show

KJ discusses innovation and new pack design with Eric Bender of Kifaru Intl. The Kifaru Scabbard is designed for the backcountry hunter looking to pack in and out of the woods efficiently. Don't miss out on how Kifaru came to be and how this American-made company continues to innovate.
 
Shop Kifaru Intl.: https://kifaru.net/

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by EOTECH, Rossi USA, Ruger, Timney Triggers and Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Hunt 08.31.24

The Savage AXIS Rifle is the top selling rifle for Savage. Value priced with great performance. Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham sits down with Savage Arms engineer, John Thomas to get the behind the gun story of the new Axis 2 Rifle.

Learn more: https://www.savagearms.com/firearms/family/axis

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by the Second Amendment Foundation, Vortex Optics, Hodgdon Powder Company, SDS Imports, Ballistic Advantage, Ruger, Stag Arms and Silencer Central.

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In This Hour:

-- There are hundreds of new guns that don't show up in the catelogs. Jason Cloesner, from firearms distributor Lipseys, explains how they create exclusives and how people can buy them.

--  Tom buys another rifle that will be impossible to buy ammunition for. He tries to justify his new 338-06 hunting rifle.

--  Following up on Tom's suggestion, this caller went to a local gunsmith who was able to repair the "home gunsmithing" which glued the rifle action to the stock.

Gun Talk 08.25.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

--  Tom screwed up on a question last week, so he brings on Mike O'Dell from CMMG to set the record straight on the conversion kits for shooting 22 rimfire ammo from an AR-15.

--  All the way from Geneva, Switzerland, Rick Patterson, from the Second Amendment Foundation, gives an on-location report on the continuing efforts by the United Nations to push global gun control.

--   A young Alaskan is attacked by a grizzly, and in the process of shooting the bear with his 10mm pistol, he shoots himself in the leg.  Fortunately, he was carrying the emergency first gear to save his own life.

Gun Talk 08.25.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Shooting really is a lifetime sport, as evidenced by pro shooter Todd Jarrett, who recently won his class in the world shoot in Finland.

--  He bought his wife an expensive double stack 1911 pistol. Now they have three of them!
 
--  Tourists renting an AR-15 in Alaska react to the fact that it's lightweight, has low recoil, is accurate, and is FUN!

Gun Talk  08.25.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  How to track down the info on what may be a rare gun.

--  The real reason gun makers often don't make the models or chamberings people ask about.

--  Sig brings out an image stabilized binocular.

Gun Talk 08.25.24 After Show

In This Hour:

-- Ron Duplessis from Carbonsix and McGowen barrels reveals new technology for increasing accuracy.

--  How to ignore the noise and choose the right carry gun.

--  Is it legal to build your own gun without a serial number?

Gun Talk  08.18.24 Hour One

In This Hour:

-- Clark Aposhian gets his bump stock back from the ATF after suing them in federal court.

--  Stop worrying about the wrong things in guns, sights, and training.

--  Work on the hard things at the range.

Gun Talk 08.18.24 Hour Two

In This Hour:

-- The Texas State Fair decided to ban guns, but the state attorney general has other ideas.

--  What accuracy should you expect with an AR-15?

--  What's the best gun for someone who has never owned one?

Gun Talk 08.18.24  Hour Three

In This Hour:

--  What can you learn at Gun School?

--  What does the phrase "You don't know what you don't know" mean? Often it's an entire category of skills or knowledge you didn't know exists.

--  Will shooting your gun inside for self defense deafen you? Should you have hearing protection handy?

Gun Talk 08.18.24 After Show

In This Hour:

-- Who is this Riton Optics company, and what scopes and optics do they make? Trent Marsh delivers the 411 on Riton.

--  It looks like a loss, but the 4th Circuit decision supporting a ban on modern rifles really is a gift in the form of a fast-track to the U.S. Supreme Court.

--  Used and consignment guns at local gun stores often are great deals selling for half the price of new guns. 

Gun Talk 08.11.24  Hour One

In This Hour:

-- Mossberg makes more models of rifles than most people know.  Rich Kirk runs down some of the options.

-- Why are shotguns being fitted for red dot optics? How would you use an optic on a scattergun?

--  Mike Mihalski, from Sons Of Liberty Gun Works, explains how to maintain an AR-15 rifle.

Gun Talk  08.11.24  Hour Two

In This Hour:

-- Yes, there really is an automatic revolver.

--  The lesson of Ross Perot, and how a third-party candidate gave American the gun bans of Bill Clinton.

-- For five years the FBI has done at least one million gun purchase background checks every month.

Gun Talk 08.11.24 Hour Three

In This Hour:

-- Your vehicle is not a holster.  How to store or keep your gun in your car or truck.

--  He won the auction for Tiger McKee's famous "Twins" revolvers, and he didn't know he was bidding against Tom.

--  One vote for piston AR-15 rifles because of their durability.

Gun Talk 08.11.24  After Show

In this special episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham visits SIG SAUER in New Hampshire to sit down with CEO Ron Cohen and Executive VP Tom Taylor. They discuss SIG SAUER's evolution and innovation over the past 20 years, including the development of the SIG Experience Center and the introduction of groundbreaking products like the P365. Cohen shares insights on the company's culture, emphasizing the importance of embracing failure to drive innovation and success.

Tom Taylor reflects on SIG SAUER's growth and the passionate community of employees who live and breathe the brand. They delve into the impact of the P365, which revolutionized the concealed carry market, and the recent introduction of the P365 X-Macro and P365 FUSE. The conversation also touches on SIG's advancements in military weaponry, including the Next Generation Squad Weapons program, and their commitment to continuously improving and innovating for both military and civilian markets. The episode offers a deep dive into SIG SAUER's strategic vision, dedication to quality, and the future of firearm technology.

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SIG P365 X-Macro: https://snp.link/0f598bdb
SIG P365-FUSE: https://snp.link/7b0c3883

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Hodgdon Powder, Aero Precision, Vortex Optics, Guns & Gear, Ruger, Range Ready, SDS Imports, Silencer Central and Ballistic Advantage.

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In This Hour:

-- When Kyle Rittenhouse slammed Donald Trump on his gun rights record, he again showed poor judgement and immaturity.  Why does anyone listen to this young man, anyway?

-- When the state AGs take on the Feds, the people regain control. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey details how he approaches the challenge of taking on the Federal government.

--  A court has struck down the New Jersey ban on AR-15s, but it's so restrictive that it applies only to Colt-brand rifles.

Gun Talk  08.04.24 Hour 1

In This Hour:



-- You hear it all the time. "We don't go to bad places." Well, bad people travel, bringing the "bad places" to you.

-- He used a glass bedding compound to make his rifle more accurate, but actually glued the rifle to the stock.  How can he get it apart?

-- Donald Trump banned bump stocks.  Was that a move to outsmart the gun banners?

Gun Talk  08.04.24 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Joel Hodgdon does the "Prodigal Son" routine, returning to Hodgdon to help run RCBS. Is there still any reason to get into handloading your own ammunition?

-- If your shooting isn't as good as you want, why not get instruction?  

-- Why do most people remain clueless about their personal safety, and what can you do to get out of that rut?

Gun Talk  08.04.24 Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- Kamala Harris renews her calls for gun bans, while proclaiming she will not ban guns.

--  Instead of commercial products one reloader uses regular rice to  clean cartridge cases.

-- What's involved in working up handloads for your rifle?

Gun Talk  08.04.24 After Show

World-renowned trainer, speaker and author Steve Tarani joins Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In this wide-ranging discussion on a variety of topics, Steve and Ryan cover improvised weapons, “keyboard commandos”, situational awareness, Steve’s vast and impressive resume and much more.

Train with Steve Tarani and SIG SAUER’s Max Michel at Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios - “Hands To Guns” - October 18-20, 2024:
https://www.rangereadystudios.com/courses/hands-to-guns-michel-tarani-1024

Learn more about Steve Tarani: https://stevetarani.com/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Ruger, B5 Systems, SDS Imports, Stag Arms, Range Ready Studios, SecureIt, Vortex Optics, Hodgdon Powder, Silencer Central, SDS Imports and Aero Precision.

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Gun Talk Nation 08.01.24

In This Hour:

-- Kamala Harris is the most anti-gun candidate in history.  Larry Keane from the NSSF announces a new political action committee which supports candidates who are pro-gun.  www.protectlibertypac.com.

-- Some states remove you from the voter registration roles if you haven't voted in a few years.  Check your status at www.gunvote.org.

-- Why use a shot timer?  What's the best way to get the most from it?

Gun Talk 07.28.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Again, the ATF gets handed a loss when it puts out a rule without any basis in law.  Lawrence DeMonico from Rare Breed Triggers has been fighing this overreach for years.

--  Gun owners who say they just can't vote for Trump.

--  What is a good backup handgun for grizzly bears?

Gun Talk 07.28.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- A big win in the courts to restore rights for 18, 19 and 20-years olds.  Alan Gottlieb, of the Second Amendment Foundation, explains what it means.

--  He's hunting brown bears in Russia.

--  The .375 H&H rifle cartridge was introduced in 1912, but the .375 Ruger came out in 2007.  Which is better?

Gun Talk  07.28.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- The key for gun owners to win the election in November is as simple as it is difficult.  Getting out the vote.

--  What happens if you lose the key to your gun?

-- When taking someone shooting for the first time, be sure to have a paper target he or she can take home.

Gun Talk  07.28.24 After Show

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Seth Swerchek of Hornady Ammunition in Utah to discuss NRL Hunter Matches and how this type of competition is a huge benefit for hunters. Plus, the guys discuss what ammo you should be considering for your next hunt and much more.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by EOTECH, Rossi USA, Ruger, Timney Triggers and Range Ready Studios.

For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.

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Gun Talk Hunt 07.27.24

Pete Brownell of Brownells sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. In this wide-ranging conversation, Pete and Ryan are discussing the ever-changing federal regulations on gun ownership and the right to build, the company’s 85-year history, preserving our rights, current trends that Pete is seeing in the industry, the need for new gunsmiths and much more.

Shop Brownells here: https://snp.link/eb10a356

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by SDS Imports, SecureIt, Vortex Optics, B5 Systems, Range Ready Studios, Ruger, Aero Precision and Ballistic Advantage.

For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.

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Gun Talk Nation 07.24.24

In This Hour:

-- President Joe Biden drops out of the race for reelection. What's that mean for the Gun Vote?

-- Amanda Suffecool, host of  Eyd On The Target Radio, attended the Republican National Convention and gives a report.

-- New company puts ammunition vending machines in grocery stores.

Gun Talk 07.21.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Popular "Gun Tuber" known as "Mr. Gunsandgear" talks about the challenges of having a gun-centric online video channel when the hosting services keep restricting the content.

-- Will Vice President Harris get the nod for Biden's slot? She's even more anti-gun than he is.

--  Road rage shooting caught on video.

Gun Talk 07.21.24 Hour 2

-- World Champion Doug Koenig shooter talks about long range shooting competitions.

-- The Presidential election just restarted.

--  Video of hunting shooting a charging Cape buffalo and what hunters can learn from it.

Gun Talk  07.21.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- The Democrat ticket just got even more anti-gun, regardless of who gets selected for President and Vice President slot on that ticket.

-- A 10-year old girl drop into the studio and has thoughts on the election.

-- Taking a long range rifle class because he sucks at figuring out the wind.

Gun Talk   07.21.24  After Show

In This Hour:

-- The assassination attempt on President Trump exposed weaknesses in Secret Service practices.

-- Enhancing personal safety in the wake of the Trump shooting.

-- Wayne Black, security professional who has interacted with the U.S. Secret Service many times, thinks they screwed up ... or worse.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 07.14.24 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Corey Beaudreau announces several new guns from Smith & Wesson, including Carry Comp versions of the M&P pistol.  

-- A grandfather helps his granddaughter shoot better by moving the target farther away.

-- An Idaho credit union has a part of its terms that blocks members from buying guns and ammo.  It got exposed, changed its terms, but won't reveal where the original wording came from.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  07.14.24 Hour 2

In This Hour: 

-- Roy Huntington, editor and publisher of American Handgunner and Guns magazines, is selling part of his gun collection on Gun Broker.

--  Long range handgun shooting isn't that difficult, and it's fun.

-- Wondering why the Secret Service assigns short agents to protect Donald Trump.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 07.14.24 Hour 3

In This Hour: 

-- In the video when President Trump was shot, it looked like a Secret Service Sniper picked up his head while shooting.  What was that about?

-- Usually it's Tom teasing a new gun, but today he got surprised by a new Smith & Wesson gun that's not out yet.

-- Jim likes his conspiracy theories, so the shooting of Trump is fertile ground.

Tom Gresham's Gun Tallk 07.14.24 After Show

In This Hour:

-- Ted Nugent celebrates freedom ever day, but has thoughts on the 4th of July.

-- Game wardens face dangers regularly.  Tim Flanigan details the challenges he faced in his new book, "Night Killers."

-- The new Sig P365 Fuse needed a couple of hundred rounds before it was broken it, but it's a heck of a shooter.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  07.07.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Lee Williams - The Gun Writer -- unwraps the story of the U.S. Surgeon General declaring guns to be a health crisis, doing the work of the gun ban lobby.

--  In wars, the 1911 pistol was typically loose and rattled when it was shaken.  Did that make it more reliable?

--  A caller describes his process of using a power tool to smooth out the barrel of his pistol.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 07.07.24 Hour

In This Hour:

-- Hannah Hill, from National Association For Gun Rights, explains why the Supreme Court did not take the lawsuit challenging Illinois' ban on semi-auto rifles.

-- Even if you carry a gun, consider adding pepper spray to your EDC.  Here's why, and how to use it.

--  In some states you can carry a firearm into a restaurant that serves alcohol, but should you drink?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 07.07.24  Hour 3  .

In This Hour:

-- Ted Nugent just needs to come out of his shell.

-- How to use pepper spray, and why you should have it.

--  When cost is no object in building a custom rifle.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 07.07.24  After Show

In This Hour:


-- While the televised debate between Trump and Biden was a disaster for the President, it was telling there were no questions about guns and gun control.

-- The U.S. Surgeon General launched a new initive calling for treating guns as a health crisis.  Dr. John Edeen of Doctors For Responsible Gun Ownership details the history of this movement, and its dishonest approach to back-door gun bans.

-- Sigsaur releases the latest variation of its popular P365 line.  The P365 Fuse is larger and has much more ammo capacity.  But what is it good for?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.30.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

--  Beloved firearms trainer Tiger McKee's guns are to be sold at aucton.  Dwight Van Brunt explains how it work. The Gunbroker auction will be held here: https://tinyurl.com/njffrybm

-- Whether it's the .460 Roland of the .450 SMC, you can shoot a "magnum" cartridge in your .45ACP 1911 pistol.

-- If you were to prepare for widespread terrorist attacks or civil unrest, how would you start?  Guns, first aid, and having a plan.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.30.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- On July 4 Louisiana gets Constitutional Carry.  However, there are still good reasons to have a carry permit. Dan Zelenka from the Louisiana Shooting Association explains why.

--  Gun Free School Zones may be the sneaky trap that can put you in prison, even when you try to obey the law.

--  What should you be working on when you practice dry firing? The critical role of follow-through.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   06.30.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Why does dry fire practice make you a better shot? How to get the most from it.

-- In the consideration for the next Gun Talk firearm, on conversation compares the 10mm carbine and thew .41 or .44 Magnum lever action.

-- Why not go with a pistol-caliber carbine?  They are available in 9mm, .45ACP, and even 10mm.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.30.24  After Show

How an Iowa startup rocketed to a global powerhouse.

Two firearms industry legends meet, as Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham sits down with Pete Brownell, CEO of Brownells, to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the heralded family-owned firearms supply company.

The conversation covers the company's history, starting with Pete's grandfather, Bob Brownell, who founded it in 1939. Initially a home gunsmith and NRA writer, Bob responded to a growing demand for firearm parts and tools, significantly impacting the industry with his "Encyclopedia of Modern Firearms."

Brownells has grown from its humble beginnings to become a global leader, adhering to values of quality, customer service, and a deep understanding of gunsmithing needs. Pete emphasizes the company's culture of collaboration and personal relationships, reflecting their customer-first philosophy. Initiatives like "Back to the Lodge" foster a supportive community among employees.

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Pete also shares his own journey, working in the construction industry and Silicon Valley before joining Brownells. His experiences taught him leadership and modern business practices, which he brought back to the family business. He also talks about his passion for mountain climbing and an upcoming expedition to Kilimanjaro with veterans, aiming to inspire resilience and recovery.

Brownells has expanded into selling complete firearms, with a focus on their acclaimed BRN line. Looking ahead, Pete and his company plan to enhance the customer experience with better information and to explore new markets like preparedness and survival gear.Throughout the interview, Pete's respect for his family's legacy and commitment to innovation and customer service are evident. The conversation highlights Brownells' evolution while maintaining its foundational values, ensuring its continued success and relevance in the firearms industry.

Learn more about Brownells here: https://snp.link/9fc0ef7a

Tom Gresham is the host of Gun Talk Radio, the original national radio show about guns and gun-related topics, and is celebrating its 29th year. Gun Talk runs on nearly 300 stations weekly across the U.S. and is also available as a podcast - accessible wherever you find your podcasts.

Learn more about Gun Talk Radio here: https://www.guntalk.com/gun-talk-radio

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If you’re looking for shooting tips, it’s hard to beat advice from an Olympic Gold Medalist. USA Shooting National Team athlete Vincent Hancock sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham prior to heading to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Learn more about Vincent here: 
https://usashooting.org/athlete/vincent-hancock/

Learn more about shooting at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics here: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/sports/shooting

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Vortex Optics, Ruger, SDS Imports, Range Ready Studios, B5 Systems, SecureIt, Ballistic Advantage and Stag Arms. 

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-- The Supreme Court decision on bump stocks go far beyond guns.  Michael Cargill expains how it will affect all federal agencies.

-- Combine manufacturing in Washington State, Florida and Wyoming and you get barrels, receivers, rifles and silencers.  Ryan Donahue of Stag Arms pulls it together.

-- Tom hints at new pistols to be introduced over the next few weeks.  

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.23.24  Hour 1

-- The ideal home defense gun might be a short barrel AR-15 with a silencer. Now that wait times for the NFA tax stamp is shorter, many are considering buying an SBR.

-- The inside story on making an AR-15 rifle run well.

-- A story in a Dallas newspaper is typical of dishonest reporting, or more correctly, propaganda.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.23.24 Hour 2

-- Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation explains that the Rahimi decision from the Supreme Court is not the loss to gun righgs the media is reporting.

-- He went into the store to get a 9mm, but he came out with a 10mm.

-- Reduce recoil for better shooting.  Here's one way how. 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  06.23.24 Hour 3

-- The aftermath of the Supreme Court Decison on bump stocks.

-- Was that a "seminar caller" on Gun Talk Radio today?

-- Modifying a strange and older pistol.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.23.24 After Show

With nearly two decades in the night vision/thermal industry, Armasight’s Steve Lemenov sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a discussion on a wide-array of night vision topics. Formerly price-prohibitive, night vision and thermal products are not only more accessible for consumers, but the advancements in technology - across brands - is nothing short of astounding.

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Gun Talk Nation 06.12.24

Dustin Wallace of Faxon Firearms sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. Faxon has been coming on strong, and the guys are discussing how the brand got started in the firearms industry, the legendary ARAK (and its return), the new Faxon Outdoors brand, the emergence of the 8.6 Blackout and so much more.

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Gun Talk Nation 06.11.24

ATN’s Steve Lemenov joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to talk about their customizable reticles, some of the wild hunting videos captured through ATNs scopes. Plus, Steve offers up some intel on great deals that ATN has to offer shooters and hunters. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Franklin Armory, Ballistic Advantage, ATN, Springfield Armory and SIG SAUER. Learn about ATN’s night vision, thermal, day/night optics and more: https://bit.ly/32IploL Copyright ©2022 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 08.11.22

In This Hour: -- Doug Hamlin, the new Executive Vice President of the NRA, explains his plans to revive the Second Amendment group. --  Why do most shooting schools ban shoulder holsters, and should that make you look for a different way to carry? --  Callers weigh in on the promised changes at the NRA.  Many seem skeptical.   Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 06.02.24 Hour 1

In This Hour: --  The U.S. Supreme Court brings in a 9-0 decision in favor of the NRA.  Chuck Michel of the California Rifle and Pistol Association explains how that happened. --  Just as an exercise to help people understand it, Tom decided to rewrite the Second Amendment. -- Taking on the Rattle Battle challenge to get better at shooting. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  06.02.24 Hour 2

In This Hour: -- A  liberal college professor looks into gun ownership and becomes a gun owner himself. David Yamane explains in his new book, "Gun Curious." --  Donald Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts.  Should gun owners still vote for him? --  Carrying a gun for protection involves more than most people realize. Tom explains just a few things to think about. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  06.02.24  Hour 3

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Brandon Maddox of Silencer Central to discuss the latter’s epic hunting season. Plus, Brandon and KJ discuss record-fast suppressor approval times and much more. Check out the new Banish Speed K Ti: https://snp.link/094ae34b Check out the new Banish Backcountry: https://snp.link/d59ab905 This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by EOTECH, Rossi USA, Ruger, Timney Triggers and Range Ready. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 06.01.24

Pro shooter and Colt’s Manager of Product Testing Mark Redl joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. The guys are discussing a variety of topics including: Mark’s shooting background, Colt’s exhaustive testing process (and why that matters), all of Colt’s new products, Mark’s pro tips and much more. See all of Colt’s new firearms here: https://www.colt.com/ This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Stag Arms, Black Hills Ammunition, SecureIt, SDS Imports, Aero Precision, Range Ready Studios and Ruger. Sign up for GunDealio’s Daily Deals: https://www.gundealio.com/enewsletter For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.29.24

In This Hour: --  A reform slate takes over the National Rifle Association, but is it too late to save the organization? --  The U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear a case banning semi-autos, but it's probably just a temporary delay. --  Tom tries out precision .22 rimfire competition.  It's harder than it looks! Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.26.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: --  Mike McCoy at the Mountain States Legal Foundation unpacks the lawsuit challenging gun restrictions in New Mexico. --  Did Alec Baldwin actually fire that gun on the set? --  Is appendix carry safe?  Why does it make people nervous? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.26.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: --  How to cannonballs work?  What makes them explode? --  What does it mean to "cowitness" a red dot sight, and is it necessary? --  Congress reviews recent ATF abuses. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.26.24 Hour 3

In This Hour: --  One way to remember the sacrifices made by veterans is to visit war museums. The WWI Museum in Kansas City and the WWII Museum in New Orleans are great places to start. --  There is no better, and no more fun way, to practice shooting then with a .22 rimfire firearm.  --  Save shipping and hazmat fees by buying ammo and powder locally. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.26.24 After Show

Trent Marsh of Riton Optics joins host Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for this episode of Gun Talk Hunt. Trent and KJ discuss a variety of topics including: Budget shotguns, being a “Young Fudd”, the evolution of firearm optics and the technology associated with them - plus much more. Learn more about Riton Optics here: https://ritonoptics.com/ Trent is the President of theAssociation of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers (AGLOW). Learn more about AGLOW here: https://theoutdoorfeed.org/ Ruger, Timney Triggers, EOTECH, Rossi USA and Range Ready Studios. For more content like this, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 05.21.24

In This Hour: -- LIVE from the Ruger booth at the 2024 NRA Annual Meetings in Dallas, Gun Talk Radio delivers the latest news in products and Second Amendment advances. -- For its 75th anniversary, Ruger offers several commemorative guns.  RG Stitt runs them down for Gun Talk. -- Making a great rifle even better, Timney Trigger adds a new model for the Ruger American Gen 2 rifle.  Chris Ellis talks triggers, turkey hunter, and squirrels. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.19.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: -- Eric Lundgren reveals the latest from Marlin, and hints at what's to come. -- Sig Sauer just keeps bringing out new versions of the P320 and P365 pistols.  Phil Strader unveils the latest. -- At the NRA Show, Franklin Armory announces a new trigger.   Dan Dement tells what it is and what it does. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.19.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: -- Mitch Hulsey of Barrett Firearms announces the return of the REC 7 rifle. -- Meprolight's war-tested lights for defensive uses.  Bill Yerby explains the company's products. -- How much accuracy do you really need? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.19.24  Hour 3

You may have heard that silencer wait times are down. That’s good news, but it didn’t just happen by sheer luck. Knox Williams, President and Executive Director of the American Suppressor Association sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to examine why forms are being processed faster and the massive amount of work the ASA has done to help this process.  Formed in 2011, the American Suppressor Association describes itself as “the unified voice of the suppressor community” and they exist “to fight for pro-suppressor reform nationwide.” Save 10% on your ASA membership with Gun Talk’s exclusive code. Learn more: https://americansuppressorassociation.com/asa-guntalk/ This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Ballistic Advantage, Ruger, Range Ready Studios, SDS Imports, SecureIt and Stag Arms. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.15.24

In This Hour: REBROADCAST -- AWR Hawkins counts down the most important gun rights stories of the year.  --  It might sound crazy, but is a .22 rimfire rifle suitable for home defense? --  Is the Supreme Court avoiding taking an "assault weapon" case? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.12.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: REBROADCAST -- What's behind the rapid growth of precision and long range rimfire shooting competitions? -- Paul Parrot explains how Vudoo Gun Works makes super-accurate .22 rifles. -- Would you carry a $3000 pistol for protection?  Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.12.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: REBROADCAST --  Fun targets.  Playing Battleship at the range. --  Should you shoot a highly-collectable firearm? --  Resident shoots a naked man who broke through the wall of his apartment. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.12.24 Hour 3

In This Hour: -- Hodgdon, the major gun powder company in the U.S., buys RCBS, the leading maker of reloading equipment. Aaron Olger tells how that sale came about. -- The slate of reform candidates all were elected to the NRA Board of Directors. Jeff Knox explains what happens now, and guesses about the chances of saving the gun rights group. -- A rancher protects his newborn calves from coyotes with a bolt-action rifle in .223 Remington. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.05.24 Hour 1

In This Hour: --  Can a collection of gun parts be called a gun?  The Firearms Policy Coalition has pushed that case before the Supreme Court. Cody Wisnewski explains what's at stake for all gun owners. -- How can you run afoul of gun laws while trying to stay in compliance? It's easy, as Cam Edwards explains. --  Do Wall Street investors force companies to dump the parts that make and sell guns and ammunition? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.05.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: -- Novelist Kurt Schlichter explains why he imagines mass terrorist attacks in the U.S. and why he built his newest book, "The Attack," around that frightening concept. -- Sam Parades of Gun Owners of America reveals details of that group's latest gun rights lawsuit headed to the Supreme Court. -- More power for personal protection handguns?  10mm versus 9mm versus specialty ammunition. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.05.24  Hour 3

In This Hour: --  The case for, or again, open carry. --  What advantages or liabilities come with using specialty ammo in your carry gun? --  Are gun prices falling?  Should you buy now? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.05.24 After Show

Gun Talk’s own Tom Gresham - of Gun Talk Radio - sits down with host Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In a wide-ranging discussion, two generations cover the humble origins of Gun Talk Media, the growth of Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios, the importance of mindset, why quality film equipment matters and so much more. Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk Radio is currently in its 29th season.
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In This Hour: -- The U.S. Supreme Court will hear another case impacting gun rights. Adam Kraut of the Second Amendment Foundation explains the significance. --  A New York judge declares that the Second Amendment doesn't exist in her courtroom. --  What can an experienced shooter learn from an AR-15 class at Range Ready Studios?  The benefits of using a sling, for starters. Gun Talk National Radio  04.28.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: -- What makes the shotgun such a good home defense weapon? Ken Campbell, from Gunsite Academy, counts the reasons. -- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem writes about shooting dog, and probably takes herself out of consideration for the Vice President slot. -- It's essential to check your bags for ammunition before flying on the airlines.  At least one tourist who forgot he had a few rounds of hunting ammo in his bag is facing a possible 12 years in prison. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.28.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: --  World Champion shooter Max Michel why he doesn't start shooting right away when he gets to the range. --  Is the old idea of using rock salt in a shotgun load for defense a good plan? --  States are banning credit card companies from tracking gun purchases with merchant codes. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.28.24  Hour 3

In This Hour: --  The Mossberg is a handful, but there are ways to tame the recoil and enhance the aiming options. --  He sees an orange color in the barrel, but it won't scrub out.  Is that rust, or is it something else? --  The hunt continues for the GT30 gun to mark 30 years on the air. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.28.24  After Show

The always entertaining Corey Beaudreau of Smith & Wesson sits down with host Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for this episode of Gun Talk Hunt. The guys are talking about Corey’s unique introduction into the world of firearms and recapping his memorable first big game hunt in Texas - with a S&W Model 1854 Lever Gun in .44 Mag. Check out the Model 1854 here: https://snp.link/ee0bfd75 Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 04.23.24