Custom Guns in the Wild Pt. 2

In Week 2 of our 4-part Gun Talk Hunt series, host KJ sits down again with Todd Bonura of Maniacal Arms to talk precision, purpose-built rifles, and the truth about building the ultimate backcountry hunting rifle.

From spiral fluting to suppressor compatibility, barrel length debates, and lightweight vs. performance balancing—this episode covers it all. Whether you're hiking the steep mountains of Colorado or headed to a local stand, this is the gear conversation hunters need to hear.

Topics Covered:

• What makes a rifle truly backcountry ready?
• The problem with going “too light” on your rifle setup
• Barrel length, suppressors, and velocity loss—what you should know
• Why scope rings matter more than you think
• How to lighten your load without compromising accuracy
• Real-life fails: Todd and KJ share stories of missed shots, overbuilt setups, and what NOT to do
• Listener Question: What would your “do-it-all” hunting rifle look like?

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About Gun Talk Hunt

Gun Talk Media's Gun Talk Hunt, with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, pairs decades of experience with today’s latest tools and technology to help you succeed in the field. Whether it runs or flies - no matter what game you pursue - Gun Talk Hunt is a multi-platform podcast that gives today’s hunters a voice in the digital world.

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