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What really happens after you press the trigger? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt, hosted by KJ, dives deep into the often overlooked part of the hunt: what...
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Snake in the grass or threat in the street—DoubleTap’s Snake Shot Defense does both. Designed for semi-auto pistols (9mm, .45 ACP, and 10mm), this innovative...
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Kimber Firearms is back with a vengeance. In this exclusive episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with Everett Deger from Kimber to explore...
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What does it take to turn your passion for the outdoors into compelling content? In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, KJ sits down with Jared Serigné of Outside...
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The legendary Ruger 10/22 just got a serious upgrade—and it starts with carbon fiber. This build features a cold hammer-forged carbon fiber barrel, Magpul...
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Night hunting just got way easier. The Armasight Operator 640 thermal clip-on transforms your daytime rifle setup into a night-ready predator rig—without...
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A major blow to lawful gun commerce just dropped. FedEx has terminated its contract with Silencer Central, citing an unwillingness to ship firearms directly...
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In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with legends Julie Golob and Fred Mastison as they walk through real-world force-on-force...
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The MAC IX 9mm isn’t your average PDW—it blends MP5 magazine compatibility, AR-style controls, and a direct blowback system into one compact, versatile...
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How do you really prepare for a hunt? As the saying goes: don’t forget your underwear. In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host KJ talks with seasoned hunter...
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When elite hunting teams gathered in Wyoming for the First Annual SIG Hunter Games, things got competitive—fast. But Team Big Horn, made up of Matt Light...
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Looking to upgrade your Henry lever-action rifle? In this video, we dive deep into the XS Sights LVR-HG Handguard – a lightweight, aircraft-grade aluminum...
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In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with Mark Smith, CEO of Smith & Wesson, for an exclusive, in-depth conversation on the...
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What happens when you shoot the exact ammo trusted by the U.S. military? You get results that redefine accuracy in 5.56. The Black Hills MK262 Mod 1-C uses...
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In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host KJ brings you a full breakdown on how to travel with firearms, suppressors, and hunting trophies properly—both...
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What happens when you put breaching loads and birdshot to the test on real doors? Chris dives deep into the real-world performance of the Mossberg 590RM...
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We hit the range with the Crimson Trace Rail Master Pro, a compact, dual-purpose light and laser unit designed for any handgun or rifle with a standard...
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Is the Vortex Venom 6 MOA Enclosed Micro Red Dot worth it? Ryan breaks down everything you need to know in this hands-on review. The Vortex Venom enclosed...
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The Tisas PX-9 2.0 Comp isn’t just riding on value—it’s stepping into serious performance territory. In this hands-on breakdown, we hit the range to see how...
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Are you truly prepared for what happens after you defend yourself? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with Chris Cunningham...
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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
Advice for a First-Time Turkey Hunter
A million thoughts go through my mind as I read a message in the inbox, "What advice would I have for a first-time lady turkey hunter?” I could reply with a...
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Summertime! And the Carrying is Harder
As much as we love to shed our heavy coats, shake off the winter and early springtime chill, and throw on shorts and tees to fend off the summer heat, there...
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Wolves Travel in Packs
For years, I've had the impression from the reports I've been seeing that bad guys are attacking in numbers. It was confirmed this week when Steve Tarani...
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Consider Your Glass Carefully
The freezing drizzle instantly stuck to anything it touched. Cameras lost function, and our eyelashes began to freeze shut. We crested the hill on that old...
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Knives and the Second Amendment
The Interstate Transport Act (S.542- ITA) has once again been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). While...
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Wins and Losses
I'm writing this on the day the national ban on bump stocks went into effect. As of today, if you have a bump stock, you are in violation of the federal law...
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Injury Drills to Master
I don’t believe in swapping the weapon from one hand to another, for example when clearing corners or working cover, however, I do think knowing how to...
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One Gun Deserves the Love
I started with a first-gen Springfield Armory XD. That was the carry gun I felt comfortable with from day one. That gun clung to my side through hot summer...
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Shaming the Innocent - Culture War 2.0
In the culture war raging in America, the hot LZ of gun rights continues to expose new weapons being trotted out in their field trial periods. Witness New...
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Three (Cheap) Steps to Being a Better Shot
Everyone wants to be a better shot, but few of us have the time or money available to shoot all the time. No worries. I have your back with a plan guaranteed...
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5 Things Turkey Hunters Forget
I arrived in turkey camp excited. How could I not be jacked? It’s the first real hunting I’ve had since coyote hunting a few months back. I knew something...
READ NOWCoyotes and Hogs at the Beat of the 224 Valkyrie
I’m two days into a coyote hunt, and the last thing I thought I'd find is a new favorite hunting round. For coyote hunting, I reach for the 204 Ruger or a...
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One of These Days...
I had intended to write about last week's interview with Benchmade Knives about the internet blowup which followed the exposure of that company cutting up...
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Tipping Their Hand
Sometimes understanding what's going on requires us to connect the dots on things that don't immediately appear to be connected. Looking at recent events...
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Practical EDC Upgrades
We upgrade everything in our lives. We upgrade our data plans, cell phones, vehicles and of course our firearms. We constantly look at what makes our lives...
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Problem Solving at High Speed
A while back, a Washington, D.C., museum displayed the rifle Charles Whitman used to kill 14 people and wound over thirty others from the top of the...
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Gun Banners Return to Handguns
It seems clear that there’s a change, or an addition, to the strategy of the gun banners. Back in the 1950s, they started with the call to ban handguns...
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Coyote Run
Sadly, deer and duck seasons have ended, and not far behind goose season concludes. For me, this means one thing…coyote season is in full swing. Many of us...
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Refuse to Compromise... No Matter What
SHOT Show 2019 is in the books. We are back and are still recovering, but we sure did see a bunch of new guns, ammo, optics, and more. If you missed our live...
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The Power of Lies and Why You Matter
When I created the Gun Talk Truth Squad almost two decades ago, it was to push back on the misinformation and outright lies about guns, gun owners, crime...
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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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