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Why did Oklahoma raise the price of hunting licenses so much? Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin and Thomas Allen chat about the adverse effects of such a move and what...
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Zoe believes in the right to protect herself. In this First Person Defender episode, domestic violence erupts in broad daylight. Is Zoe prepared to defend...
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Smith & Wesson launches a ton of new products each year. Currently, it has three different models that are blowing the competition away. This is a rundown on...
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What is the most efficient way to take down the spookiest of Halloween Monsters? Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin of Gun Talk Nation discuss the many...
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Lever guns are all the rage, but what about the lost relics of old? A rugged Sears & Roebuck Model 54 gets a makeover. Plus, the BUILD BOX crew adds...
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In this Gun Talk Hunt, every parent's nightmare played out while KJ searched desperately to find his son, who was lost in the woods. Told by Jett Jarnagin...
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In this gripping episode of First Person Defender, we put Chris, a young jiu-jitsu competitor, through a real-life home invasion scenario. Chris faces an...
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Do you need a new lower to convert your AR into a PCC? Not today! Chris Cerino takes some time on the range to shoot with Andrea and Kristin of Stern Defense...
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What are the actual costs of a self-defense situation? Mike Darter of CCW Safe joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss the aftermath and the wake of...
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We’re rebuilding a throwback GLOCK G19 with an 80s twist. The BUILD BOX crew takes a bone-stock G19 and makes it an EDC everyone wants to carry...
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Is technology ruining hunting and fishing? Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin sits down with Thomas Allen of In-Fisherman to discuss the advancements of technology-driven...
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Is a carbine a good option for home defense? Chris Cerino utilizes the Ruger LC Carbine in 10mm to show the benefits of using a carbine for home defense.
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In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham speaks with Don West from CCW Safe about the legal complexities of self-defense cases. They explore how...
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Introducing the HK CC9! Seven years in the making, HK launched a compact HK CC9 that was developed and produced here in the United States. Chris Cerino tries...
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We wouldn't use this PCC as a home-defense firearm, but Brian might. Brian's PCC is a real POS. The BUILD BOX crew takes on their most difficult task turning...
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In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, Jeff Bradley of Christensen Arms joins KJ to chat about lightweight hunting rifles and new technologies that improve...
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In this episode of First Person Defender, we follow Kameron, a new gun carrier in a high-stakes gas station scenario. Discover how he handles the situation...
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This Gun Talk Nation features a detailed discussion on revolvers, particularly focusing on their use in modern-day fighting scenarios. Host Ryan Gresham and...
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Georgia reaches out to surprise her husband by breathing new life into an old classic. The BUILD BOX crew dives into a bolt gun project for a viewer who has...
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Shawn Skipper from Leupold joins the show to chat about the newest optic from Leupold. KJ and Shawn discuss two to prepare and fail for the NRL Hunter...
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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
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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Bushnell Introduces RSX-100
Bushnell announced the introduction of a new reflex sight – the RXS-100. Designed with user-adjustable brightness settings and multi-platform versatility, the..
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Easy Way to Sell Your Gun; Knife Rights - This Week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk®
It's an easy way buy or sell guns, the deplatforming of firearm & firearm accessory companies on social media outlets, new legislation for knife owners...
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TSA Reporting Higher "Catch Rates"
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) doubled its catch rate of firearms. This marks the highest catch rate in the 19-year history of the...
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Black Hills 9mm HP and Honey Badger – Solid, Reliable Choices
If you’re like me, you burn through a lot of practice ammo but don’t get a lot of time running defensive rounds because they’re so darn expensive. It’s like...
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Safariland Enhanced Liberator HP 2.0
If you value your hearing at all you want to check out Safariland’s new hearing protection. Hearing protection isn’t only about being able to maintain...
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Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing
Browning announces that the new Maxus II autoloading shotgun will be available in feature-packed Wicked Wing versions. Wicked Wing model shotguns include a...
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It’s a look at what you might have missed in 2020 and what’s coming in 2021 with some of biggest manufacturers in the industry, a snubby appreciation...
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Browning and Winchester Go Western
New caliber introductions remain the norm around water cooler talk. In this installment of Cooler Talk, Browning/Winchester introduces the 6.8 Western...
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What the WOOX?
I was introduced to WOOX during the 2019 NASGW show. That had to be one of the highlights from that show for me. To see how they are blending wood and metal...
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Why Choosing a Handgun is Very Personal
Just like there is no truly one-size-fits-all clothing, there is no one handgun that works perfectly for every person and every need. From caliber choices to...
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All The Better To See You With, My Dear!
Even though I am new to the world of spotting scopes, the Leupold GR 15-30x50mm Compact spotting scope is easy to use. It is very effective, relatively small...
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The League of Extraordinary Gun Clubs
If you're new to owning a firearm, you may be wondering, "What do I do now?" Across the country, there are excellent training facilities that you can go to...
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Major Airlines Won't Allow DC-Bound Passengers to Check Guns ahead of Biden's Inauguration
Travelers taking flights to Washington, D.C., ahead of the Wednesday’s inauguration are temporarily not allowed to check firearms on several major airlines...
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De-Platforming of Gun Sites is a Dark Harbinger
Throughout history, censorship has occurred whenever government or private groups attempt to impose their political or moral values on others. One would...
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Springfield Armory Announces 10 Round Hellcat
Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the new 10-Round Hellcat® and Hellcat® OSP™ pistols. The new offerings provide those in locales requiring restricted...
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NRA Filing and Move: Tom's Initial Reaction
After hearing the news that the NRA has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to move to Texas, Tom read Wayne LaPierre's letter to the NRA Board of...
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NRA Leaving New York - Reincorporating in Texas
Today it has been reported that the National Rifle Association (NRA) will be leaving New York to reincorporate in the state of Texas...
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It’s the importance of knowing where your gun rights donations are going, top shooting on TV, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk® Radio...
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The Sky Is Falling! Or Is It?
These are troubling times. Of that there is no doubt. What do we make of all this, and what should we be doing now?
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Crimson Trace Launches 50 New Riflescopes
No stranger to innovation in the world of optics, Crimson Trace is set to launch 50 new riflescopes in 2021.
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