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What happens when KJ goes on the road with Ryan Gresham? A lot of gear discussion is ramping up on the road when headed to a cow elk hunt in New Mexico—KJ...
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What's the best gear to take on a road trip? Ryan Gresham is on the road with Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin, discussing the newest gear for 2025. In this episode...
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What happens when multiple bad guys attempt to carjack an innocent bystander and his granddaughter? Bill is faced with the difficult decision to fight or flee.
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Is the 7mm Backcountry as fast as they say? Here's a first look at the Federal Premium 7mm Backcountry. The newest cartridge in a star-studded lineup from...
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Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and trainer Chris Cerino of Range Ready Studios discuss the recent Bourbon Street, New Orleans event. How do we move forward...
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Installation video ALERT! Chris Cerino walks through installing the Franklin Armory AR-Elite binary trigger. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at...
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What good are action rods, and is there a benefit to using an action rod over an action block? Chris Cerino demonstrates the Real Avid Lug-Lok Upper Vise Block.
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Are you willing to train hard to fight easy? How about with a revolver? Bryan Eastridge with American Fighting Revolver demonstrates a simple drill to help...
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Want to trap more coyotes? Coyote Academy owner Colt Morris joins Gun Talk Hunt to chat with KJ about what it takes to harvest more than 100 coyotes in a year.
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Brian is a competitive shooter who aims to protect his family. He's confronted with a major situation that only escalates. How will he handle these tense...
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Join Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin of Gun Talk Media as he takes an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Christensen Arms factory. KJ not only explores the cutting...
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How big is your red dot? Chris Cerino explains the differences in sizes, utilizing the Meprolight MEPRO M21 optic. This is a helpful look inside the...
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What is trending in the optics world? Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham sits down with Mark Boardman of Vortex Optics to discuss red dots, training, and trends...
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Do you need a monopod for shooting rifles? You do if it's the Mid-Evil Industries Overwatch Commander. In this BUILD BOX Bonus, Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin details...
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What types of ammo are better for revolvers? Bryan Eastridge of American Fighting Revolver discusses which ammo to use for many of today's revolvers...
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What should you do with all the gift cards you got for Christmas? KJ runs down a list of gear you should purchase with all that newly found plastic...
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Is pocket carry a good option for concealed carry? There are some things to consider before carrying in your pocket. Chris Cerino delivers a few compelling...
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How many rounds until the Ruger RXM fails? The crew at Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios puts the Ruger x Magpul RXM through its paces. We've lined up shooters...
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Two iconic brands come together to introduce an exceptional pistol platform. The Ruger RXM is a collaboration between Ruger and Magpul. Join Gun Talk’s Ryan...
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Why would gun owners need training? In this insightful episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham and Colt's Mark Redl tackle the importance of proper firearm...
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No taxation, full representation. Happy Independence Day from Shooting Sports Life - your new favorite channel. Visit shootingsportslife.com and learn where...
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Two bombshells in one episode. Federal just rewrote the rules of ballistics with 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak ammo — 500 fps faster, shorter barrels, and performance...
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Are you carrying a weapon light — or are you betting your life on muzzle flash? SureFire's Andrew Wright joins Ryan Gresham to break down everything from...
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Compact, suppressed, and built to go anywhere — the Volquartsen Envy in pistol configuration checks every box. Carbon fiber barrel, 10/22 mags, and a Banish...
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Train smarter, not louder. The Savage 110 RF Elite Precision paired with the Savage suppressor and CCI subsonic ammo is the quiet, affordable answer for...
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What happens when you hand a pro shooter the keys to Colt's R&D department for 19 years? You get Mark Redl — and he's sharing everything. From why your...
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Tired of scrubbing lead fouling out of your barrel? CCI's Clean 22 ammunition might be the answer. JJ Reich breaks down the polymer-coated bullet technology...
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What happens when artificial intelligence starts researching firearms policy for itself? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with...
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In this Gun Talk Radio segment, Ryan Gresham steps in for Tom Gresham. JJ Reddick of Federal Premium discusses the brand’s 100+ year history with rimfire...
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In this Gun Talk Radio segment, Ryan Gresham steps in for Tom Gresham. Joe Kurtenbach from Banish Suppressors discusses the benefits of training with...
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In this Gun Talk Radio segment, Ryan Gresham steps in for Tom Gresham. Jerrod “Box” Grove of Caldwell spotlights the company’s game-changing clay target...
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22plinkster joins Gun Talk Nation to share his YouTube origin story, wild trick shots, and the emotional Colt Woodsman that launched his career. Don't miss...
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Some things just stop you in your tracks on the show floor… and this gold folding Ruger 10/22 build definitely did that. At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, KJ...
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From cutting-edge suppressors to futuristic folding PCCs, this NRAAM 2026 conversation covers some of the most innovative gear on...
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Good guns are everywhere these days. But some guns make you stop and go, whoa… Ryan Gresham catches up with Ernest Langdon...
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Affordable doesn’t have to mean boring. At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Ryan Gresham checks in with Caleb Giddings from Taurus USA...
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Big news from the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting—Gun Talk has officially launched Shooting Sports Life, a completely free 24/7 streaming channel...
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At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Tom Gresham catches up with Pete Brownell of Brownells for a conversation that goes way beyond products.
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GUN TALK ARTICLES
Iguana Hunting in Puerto Rico
You want to see two grow men giggle like school girls? Turn them loose with one of Pyramyd Air’s rifles and send them to Puerto Rico to hunt iguana...
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Why an Over/Under Shotgun?
There's a reason you see over/under shotguns in the hands of so many experienced hunters and competitive shooters. Why are these knowledgeable shooters...
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Never Count Out A Determined Teenager
When she was 16, Brooklyn, Iowa, trap shooter Lizzy Worthington didn't like the fact that it was a 45-minute drive to the nearest trap field. What to do?
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3 Fixes to Common Trail Camera Mistakes
I’ve heard countless stories of guys who set out 15+ trail cameras and capture images of a shooter buck. Then, come season, the buck disappears, never to be...
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A Look at Those that Forgot the Firearms Safety Rules
Purchasing a gun comes with great responsibility. Some folks are better than others about practicing the four simple rules of firearm safety. Don’t let their...
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Loose Rounds In Your Vehicle. Safety Issue?
Just when you think you've heard it all, someone points out another way to possibly get hurt with guns and ammunition. Honestly, if someone had suggested...
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10 Ways to Celebrate National Shooting Sports Month
The National Shooting Sports Foundation has declared August to be "National Shooting Sports Month". Here are some suggestions from NSSF on how you can...
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Top 5 Summer Holsters
A lesson on what a quality holster can do for you: A Federal Agent in Florida accidentally shoots himself in the Orlando International Airport...
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On Fascism and Kryptonite
Did you ever feel as though things are upside down with the media and what people think is important? I sure do. So, when Mike Wood sent me a short piece he...
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Upgraded Handgun Performance
The easiest and quickest way to make a dramatic improvement to a handgun is to get a custom trigger job -- or replace the trigger. Action may be the heart of th
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Donuts and Free Recoil
Recently, I journeyed back home to the Sooner State in search of adventure—or more accurately, GunVenture. Who knew I’d find it in a donut shop and a place...
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A Scarlet Letter for Gun Owners
Imagine being a grandfather seeking custody of his grandson. The state says that will be okay, but you'll have to give us the serial numbers of all your guns...
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A Budget Sauer? (Sponsored Spotlight)
What? A budget Sauer rifle?If you've been around bolt-action rifles for a while no doubt you bumped into the name Sauer. What you heard, or saw, or shot, was...
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Random Thoughts...
Does your hunting rifle kick the snot out of you? Many hunters use rifles chambered for cartridges which are uncomfortable to shoot -- too much recoil. The...
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The Shortest Shoot...Comes with the Coolest Gear Yet
Gun Talk produces a lot of content, ranging from TV production (including our shows Guns & Gear, GunVenture and First Person Defender) to newsletters and...
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Bears, Handguns and Practice
Confidence. What's the value? How do you get it?Confidence comes from competence. Competence comes from training and practice. That was certainly the case for..
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Hearing Protection with a Modern Touch (Sponsored Spotlight)
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but Walker’s isn’t your grandfather’s hearing protection. Formerly known as Walker’s Game Ear, Walker’s recently launched a...
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The New Guy
You may have been wondering about this KJ guy and what his story is. Well, I hail from Oklahoma and came to Gun Talk in February. I worked for a small PR firm..
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This IS What it's About
This is what last November's election was about for many of us. The U.S. Supreme Court just declined to hear a case challenging the laws and procedures which...
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Beating Summer EDC Heat
Hot doesn’t begin to describe the summer heat here in Southern Louisiana. I’d put it somewhere between blazing hot and hell. Every Day Carry (EDC) becomes...
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Virginia’s AR-15 Ban Takes Effect on July 1st. Here’s the Full Picture — the Law, the Lawsuits, and What Comes Next.
Virginia's SB 749 assault firearms ban takes effect July 1. An injunction was denied, four lawsuits remain active, and the DOJ may sue—here's the full picture.
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They Brought a Lever Action to a Precision Rifle Class. It Won. Meet the Henry SPD PREDATOR.
Henry's SPD Predator is a .223 lever action with a factory sub-MOA guarantee—1,200-yard hits at a Haley Strategic D5 class. Full review, specs, and who it's for
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Glock Finally Listened: The Gen 6 G17, G19, and G45 Are the Best Factory Glocks Ever Made
After 15,000 rounds, the Glock Gen 6 delivers a real grip redesign, better optics mounting, and a flat-face trigger. Full G17, G19 & G45 review and buying guide
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After 99 Years, You Can Mail a Handgun Again. Here’s What That Actually Means.
A 1927 federal ban on mailing handguns just collapsed. Here's how the USPS rule change works, what still requires an FFL, and the lawsuit that could undo it.
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Made in the 250th Year of American Liberty: Ruger’s Semiquincentennial Series Is the Most Important Commemorative Launch in Decade
All 14 Ruger 250th Anniversary firearms—from the $129 AR lower to the 250-unit Hawkeye .30-06. Specs, prices, and which to shoot vs. keep before July 4, 2026.
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The U.S. Army Just Validated What Hunters Already Know: Federal’s Peak Alloy Technology Is the Future of Ammunition
Federal Ammunition has signed a landmark agreement to supply the U.S. Army with its patented Peak Alloy case technology — the same innovation that just...
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The Savage 110 Tactical & 110 Precision: Built for the Hunter Who's Ready to Level Up
Hands-on with the Savage 110 Tactical and 110 Precision: AccuTrigger, suppressed accuracy, a rimfire trainer, and NRL-ready performance without the price tag.
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Vortex Talon HD 10K 12x50 vs. Leupold BX-6 Range HD: Which Rangefinding Bino Wins on the NRL Hunter Course?
A season behind both ballistic rangefinding binos on the NRL Hunter course—glass, 4DOF vs. GeoBallistics, GPS pinning, and the one that froze on the clock.
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92 Million Acres Just Opened Up. Here’s What the Biggest Public Lands Hunting Expansion in U.S. History Means for You.
The FWS just proposed the largest hunting access expansion ever—92M acres, 1,450 new opportunities, lead ammo rollbacks. Comment by June 26.
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Federal 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak Terminal Ascent: The Round That Just Made Your Existing Rifle Better
Federal's new 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak runs Terminal Ascent past 3,100 fps from your existing rifle—matching 6.5 PRC velocity with no new gun. Full review.
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Suppressor Buyer's Guide 2026
For 90 years, a $200 federal tax stamp kept suppressors out of reach for millions of law-abiding Americans. That barrier is gone. The market has exploded...
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I Asked AI About Guns — Then It Changed Its Mind
What happens when AI researches gun owners, concealed carry, and firearms policy for itself? One AI experiment delivered surprising results...
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The Complete Guide to Visible Lasers For Pistols
Every pistol laser type explained — Lasergrips, guide rod, trigger guard, and rail-mounted. Crimson Trace, Viridian, LaserMax, red vs. green, zeroing, and...
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Safariland x Haley Strategic INCOG XS: Built for Concealment, Tested Under Reps
We ran the Safariland x Haley Strategic INCOG XS from concealment at Haley Strategic in Scottsdale. Here’s how it performed.
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The Complete Guide to Pistol Weapon-Mounted Lights (2025–2026)
Nearly every pistol WML compared — SureFire, Streamlight, Olight, and more. Rail systems, slim-rail compatibility, candela vs. lumens, and holster fits...
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The Complete Guide to Pistol Red Dots & Optic Footprints (2025–2026)
Every pistol red dot, holographic sight, and optic footprint explained. RMR, RMSc, DPP, ACRO, and full pistol compatibility charts for Glock, SIG, S&W, and more
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Buyer's Guide to the 10mm: The Big-Bore Semi-Auto That Refuses to Go Quiet
Shopping for a 10mm? This buyer’s guide covers the best 10mm pistols, ammo, carbines, holsters and accessories from Glock, SIG Sauer, FN, Springfield, S&W...
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Concealed Carry Tips for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know
New to concealed carry? Everything you need to know — permits, gear, training, mindset, wardrobe, and the mistakes to avoid. A complete beginner's guide.
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Best Home Defense Shotguns in 2026
The best shotguns for home defense in 2026 — pump-actions and semi-autos compared. Gauge, barrel length, capacity, and ammunition recommendations from Gun Talk.
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Best AR-15 for Beginners: What to Buy First
The best AR-15 rifles for first-time buyers in 2026. We compare budget, mid-range, and premium options and explain exactly what to look for in your first AR.
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