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Vortex Optics has launched the Defender-CCW Red Dot, a micro-sized 3 MOA pistol sight. Gun Talk Media’s Chris Cerino got his hands on one and provides a full...
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When a shooting breaks out at a public location, so many variables exist. Our Defender, Tony, is at a restaurant having dinner with a friend when violence...
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Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios facility in Robert, LA offers multiple training opportunities, including the First Person Defender Experience course. Hear...
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You never know quite how it will go down. Our Defender, Tony, is having dinner with a friend at a hot, new restaurant when violence breaks out. Not only does...
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Chris Cerino joins the show to discuss all things handguns. Chris and Tom detail how to select the correct self-defense handgun. It could be difficult to...
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Pete calls in to let Tom know about a couple of panic buys he made recently to get ahead of the Washington assault weapons ban. Tom and Pete discuss what is...
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Can astigmatism cause problems with a red dot optic? Tuff calls in with an issue with seeing starbursts when looking through a red dot optic. Tom discusses vari
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One of our favorite guests, Thomas Allen, joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss all things turkey hunting. The guys are talking about battling...
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Our Defender, Nick, is just looking to pick up some pizzas and head home, but he’s confronted by an attacker full of rage and accusations. As this one gets...
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There is ZERO substitute for firearms safety. This episode of GT LIVE is for those that only practice the firearms safety rules every once in a while. Ryan...
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Sometimes road rage can strike outside the vehicle. Our Defender, Nick, just wants to go home with his pizza when he’s violently approached in the parking lot.
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Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios facility in Robert, LA offers multiple training opportunities, including the AR15/Carbine Operator 1 (aka ARCO1) course. Hear...
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Most airlines have low ammo weight limits, but Alaska Airlines allows a surprisingly high total for ammunition. Tom and Travis discuss why this is great for...
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Thomas calls in to find out if his thinking is correct. Should he consider a .410 revolver for self-protection? Tom gives his take on utilizing a .410 to...
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Traveling with guns is not as difficult as many believe. Max Michel joins the show to discuss traveling with firearms. Tom and Max also spend some time...
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Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is sitting down with YouTuber Adam Weis (Who Tee Who) and Rob Gates of Savage Arms. The guys are on a hunt in Texas to...
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With summer temps on the way, it’s time to dress for the weather. Ryan and KJ discuss options for carrying your heater, in the heat. Plus, a recent...
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In this Range Ready Training Tip, presented by Ruger, instructor Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating the importance of understanding how to maintain...
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Carjackings are becoming all too common, and they can happen quickly and violently. Charles, our Defender, is put to the test bothy physically and mentally...
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Gavin Gear of Ultimate Reloader was recently on set with Ryan Gresham while teaching a course at Range Ready Studios. You know Gavin for his reloading...
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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
Here We Go Again: HPA Reintroduced
Representative Jeff Duncan introduced H.R. 95, which is also known as the Hearing Protection Act (HPA), the focus is to remove suppressors from the NFA...
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Tech Giants Begin Silencing 2A
Here comes the universal conformity shift. GoDaddy suspended AR15.com yesterday. The site, which is owned by Brownells, is continuing to monitor the situation..
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FN Launches FN 509 LS Edge
FN America is growing its offering in the FN 509 line with the introduction of the FN 509 LS Edge. By the looks of it, this firearm is tuned to perform...
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Top Home Defense Pistols of 2020
With the year ending, it’s time to look back on the guns that protect the home. Yes, all guns can protect us, or our home...
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SAF Launches Nationwide TV Campaign
Next week, the Second Amendment Foundation is launching a new nationwide TV campaign to protect the Second Amendment by joining SAF’s popular “2nd Amendment...
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Gun Rights in 2021; Pistol Training & More
It’s a dramatic ending to the 2020 Election cycle, handgun training, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk® Radio.
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10 Reasons Why We Need SHOT Show
This is an open invitation for criticism I suppose. I don’t care where you stand on the protocols or ideology when it comes to viruses. If you know me...
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Crimson Trace Launches Laserguard for Ruger MAX-9
Built with the Instinctive Activation™ technology that put Crimson Trace® on the map, the Laserguard® for the RUGER® MAX-9® is activated with a button...
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Review: Boston Tea Party Holster
One thing the gun community is famous for is quickly responding to fill a need. Such is the case with the new Boston Tea Party holster from Weber Tactical...
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Gun Talk Podcasts: #1 in Category in 2020
A podcast about guns and the Second Amendment ranks number one in the hobbies category on iTunes, hitting 6,219,939 downloads in 2020 per Gun Talk Media...
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Maven Introduces New Scopes
Maven launches the CRS Series of scopes. I’ve had some time behind the Maven optics, primarily the binocular side of things. I utilized the B.5 binos for an...
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Savage Introduces U.S.-Made Straight Pull Rifle
Savage Arms launches the exciting IMPULSE line of straight-pull rifles for big game, hog and predator hunting.
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No-Mill? No Problem. Leupold Delta Point Micro
The new Leupold Delta Point Micro is a lightweight aluminum pistol red dot sight that is a direct replacement for rear pistol sights...
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Self-Defense Necessities
A simple and inexpensive upgrade to any Glock is replacing the front sights. The front sight is the same on all Glocks, but the rear sight differs depending...
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Don't Go Cheap on Glass
A quality set of compact binoculars are crucial for hunters and shooters alike, but finding the right pair that pulls double-duty without breaking the bank...
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How to Pick a Good Quality Gun Belt
Gun belts serve a specific purpose and are asked to carry an extra load. They need to be thicker than an off-the-shelf belt from the local clothing store...
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Glock, Ruger, Crimson Trace, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson - This Week on Guns & Gear
This week on Guns & Gear: It’s the optics-ready GLOCK MOS G43x & G48 handguns; Ruger’s Super GP100 9mm revolver; Crimson Trace’s popular Rail Master Pro & more
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It’s a look at ammo shortages, discriminatory banking practices, worrisome picks for Biden’s administration, and more, this week on Gun Talk® Radio...
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Handgun Defense Loads with Hodgdon Powders
Build the best handgun defense loads using Hodgdon powders. We cover powder selection, bullet pairing, and tested load data for carry ammo.
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What to Know About Traveling with Personal Defense Accessories
Traveling to a new place can be a scary experience because you worry about your safety. However, traveling with your favorite self-defense weapon could lead...
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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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