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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
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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Buying an AR-15; New Clay Targets Program - This Week on Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk
It’s tips for buying an AR-15, a new program to engage with new clay target enthusiasts, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk® Radio, the original...
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My 20-Gauge Season - Part 2
In Alabama, you’re allowed five turkeys during the season, but only one per day. One of my primary goals with the 2020 turkey season was to hunt almost...
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A Beretta Tale
Back in 2001 I became enamored with Beretta pistols, although I’d never even fired one. I had several .45ACPs from Smith and Glock, but no 9mm and the price...
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Premiere of Guns & Gear Season 12
The twelfth season of Guns & Gear premieres on Sportsman Channel on this week. In the premiere episode, Guns & Gear features the crew customizing Ruger's PC...
READ NOWWhat To Do If You Get Caught in a Riot - This Week on Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk
It’s training talk, knife rights, firearms history, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk® Radio, the original nationally-syndicated radio talk show...
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Get More From Your Gun
As good as guns are today, I think the advancements and the variety in ammunition really is the big story, and I wonder if most shooters really understand...
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3 Ways Your Training Will Fail You
If you’re one of the many new gun owners out there today, you should be focused on getting quality training from a reputable firearms trainer regardless of...
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Using Sights in a Defensive Encounter
When you first learned to shoot, your instructor probably hammered home the concept of sight alignment, putting the dot in front between the dots in back...
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1911s Refuse to Die
Say what you will about the 1911 platform, it refuses to die. Partly because companies like Springfield Armory perfected the art and continue to produce one...
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It’s another example of why gun rights are essential rights, why all gun owners need more training, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk® Radio, the...
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5 Things You Didn’t Know about Cowboy Action Shooting
Cowboy Action Shooting (CAS)! It’s the shooting sport for the kid who loved classic westerns and grew up to love guns. The sport is actually pretty similar...
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Should You Shoot Your Defensive Ammo
I debate constantly with myself. I know what you are thinking. KJ is either a little crazy or he is full-blown crazy. We all have small debates that...
READ NOWSecurity in an Insecure Time - This Week on Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk
Training and taking charge of securing your home and family in a time of unrest, permitting issues in Hawaii, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's Gun Talk®...
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Changing Your Carry Depending on Your Environment
Change. We're in the middle of it. Millions of people have purchased their first guns over the last few months. Riots, looting, theft, attacks, murders...
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Primary Arms Now Shipping New GLx Rifle Scopes
Primary Arms Optics is now shipping the new GLx 2.5-10x44 FFP ACSS Raptor M2 and GLx 4-16x50 FFP MIL-DOT Rifle Scopes. Following the initial release of GLx ...
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First-Time Gun Buyers Explain How Coronavirus Changed Their Politics
Scott Kane went 38 years without ever touching a gun. That streak would have continued had it not been for the coronavirus. In March, fearful of the...
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New Galco Scout 3.0 for SIG Sauer P365
Galco is excited to introduce the Scout 3.0 tuckable inside the waistband holster for the SIG-Sauer P365, one of today’s most popular modern carry pistols!
READ NOWBecoming a Firearms Instructor; New Ways to Connect to Gun Talk - This Week on Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk
It’s an inspiring story about getting involved in the shooting sports, a new way to watch Gun Talk videos and shows, and more, this week on Tom Gresham's...
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FN Releases FN 509 Compact Tactical Pistol
FN America, LLC, the makers of the world’s most battle-proven firearms,® proudly announces the release of the FN 509® Compact Tactical, the smallest and most...
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Slam Fire
During a class a while back a student’s pistol experienced a couple of “slam-fires.” Twice, during an empty reload with a Browning Hi Power, the pistol fired...
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