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Why is fixing scope shadow important when you shoot? Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham uses his Ruger American Rifle to explain what scope shadow is, why you don't want
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Gun Talk's Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin talks with Silencer Central's Brad Anfinson again to get the details of Brad’s quest to harvest and recover a black buck at FTW
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Why is it important to pattern your shotgun? Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham nerds out doing some shotgun patterning with Benelli's Super Black Eagle 3 semi-auto
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Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin dive into the top guns and gear from 2021. Find out what guns and gear made the top of the list. Plus, you won’t
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Looking for a training boost and up for a visit to Wisconsin? Check out the Vortex Edge training facility, by Vortex Optics. Jimmy Hamilton, who runs the Vortex
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Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham visit the 1997 Fastex Pro Challenge at Hopkins Sporting Clays in Chestertown, MD, where each target becomes increasingly more
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Why should a trainer continue their education, and what do you do during a carjacking? Shootrite Firearms Academy’s Tiger McKee joins Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham to
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Silencer Central makes purchasing a suppressor easy. Brandon Maddox of Silencer Central joins Gun Talk’s Tom Greham to explain their easy online process, and
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Robert calls Gun Talk's Tom Gresham to inquire about a common myth - Does leaving a magazine loaded weaken the spring? Tom offers some different thoughts on the
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What is twist rate when talking about your rifle barrel, and why does it matter to you? Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham uses the Ruger American to describe what twist
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Long range shooting with suppressors, getting a gun to true zero, the benefits of using Silencer Central to buy a suppressor, investing in hunter training
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Experience the new First-Time Hunter Course at FTW Ranch with Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and his daughter, Parker. Over the course of four days, the class learns a
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Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin break down a few self-defense encounters with a Christmas twist. Are these justified defensive responses? Plus,
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Remington's Jon Langenfeld talks with Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham outside of Marfa, Texas, about their new Core-Lokt Tipped hunting ammo that debuted this year. How
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Gun Talk's Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin talks to Chris Cerino about Hodgdon Powder's variety of gun powders - what makes each different from burn rate to ball size, how
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In this segment of ESPN's Shooting Sports America, Grits Gresham and Tom Gresham visit the 1997 Fastex Pro Challenge in Reno for a day of twists in clay target
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How do you know if you are in danger around the holidays? Steve Tarani joins the show to discuss to educate folks on the necessity to have situational...
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Steve calls Gun Talk's Tom Gresham with a Springfield Armory Ronin range report. Plus, Steve has a problem when his wife steals his Springfield Armory Hellcat.
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Steve Lemenov of ATN presents the many deals on optics for the Holiday Season. Tom and Steve talk about the benefits of thermal and night vision optics...
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Mark Gurney of Ruger and Gun Talk's Tom Gresham discuss the big news from Marlin - the release of the Marlin 1895 SBL made by Ruger! This stainless-steel lever
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What if your suppressor ran 40% cooler, sent toxic gases out the front instead of your face, and you could clean it with dish soap? Navy SEAL Justin Sheean...
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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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GUN TALK ARTICLES
Body Language
The majority of our communication with others is through non-verbal body actions. It’s important to pay attention to this because body language gives you an ...
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Hard Lessons in Handgun Hunting
I headed into day three of my hunt feeling dejected. In my hand rested the Springfield Armory TRP chambered in 10mm, but in my mind two misplaced shots still...
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Influence of Weatherby Magnum Calibers on the Industry
By 1957, long before there was any knowledge in the industry of the new Mark V action, the increasing popularity of the Weatherby Magnum cartridges was making..
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Considerations About Stopping Mass Shootings
In the wake of the terrorist shooting at the Fort Lauderdale airport, a number of Network members came to us with varied questions about stopping a mass...
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Oh Yeah? Well, What Do You Say to This!
You wouldn't go into a gunfight without a gun (or more than one). It makes no sense to go into a battle of ideas without having tools ... weapons, if you will..
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Training or Practice?
There seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to the difference between training and practice. Training is the introduction of new techniques and theory...
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Memories Reborn
Growing up, I’d sit at my grandfather’s feet and watch the classics: She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, El Dorado, The Searchers, Rio Bravo and my all-time favorite...
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Confessions of a First-Time Shooter
When I agreed to sign up for the Women’s Defensive Pistol class put on by VATA, Vulnerability Assessment and Threat Analysis, it sounded like a fun thing to...
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The Subconscious Mind
To effectively fight with firearms requires training –instruction on fighting techniques and combative theory – and practice, the actual learning and...
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Training to End the Threat
Thinking of the Texas church shooting ... Have you heard of the "failure drill?" Basically, it's two shots to the body and one to the head. What's that about?
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Is There Always a Trial After a Shooting?
Recently, a Network member asked a question on our members-only internet forum, inquiring about the likelihood of a “righteous shooting” going to trial...
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Restaurant Attack Thwarted!
Here's another letter from a friend and listener who got into a "situation." He doesn't (yet) carry a gun, but his ramped-up situational awareness may have...
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Not Your Granddaddy's Gear
My grandfather would have never paired the words technology and hunting together, but I’d be willing to bet he’d be on board with the gear today.I took the...
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Real Attack. Real Response!
This is how it happens. Fast, when you don't expect it. I just received this from a Gun Talk listener about an attempted attack, and his response. There are...
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Building Your Bridge
What’s the biggest mistake I see concealed carry holders making right now? That’s a pretty easy question to answer because I see it so often. I’d say 99%...
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Pictures and Memories...
Images are something to be cherished. You get one chance to capture a memory. Don’t blow it by having a gun pointed at the person in the photo.If your...
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Life-Saving Training You Can Do Today
On Gun Talk, I emphasize training all the time -- probably to the point of driving some of you crazy. Sorry about that, but it's not just important. It's vital.
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Is It Time...
When do you hand the gun over to youth? It’s something that plays out in my mind constantly. However, I’ve come up with a sure-fire way to know when your kid...
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Numbers Don't Lie
A friend once said something that really stuck with me. He said there is nothing so comforting as a closely held bias. As you scratch your head, wondering how..
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Gun Rights Defender of the Year!
Many folks love accolades and believe those define a career. Tom Gresham doesn’t rely on awards to know he’s making a difference. Actions speak louder than...
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America Turns 250 Tomorrow. These Are the Firearms Worth Buying to Mark the Moment.
From a 250-unit Ruger Hawkeye to Colt's new snub-nose Python, here's the definitive buyer's guide to America's 250th birthday — plus where 2A stands today.
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The 4 Rules of Firearms Safety: Why They Exist, Where They Came From, and Why Not a Single One Can Ever Be Ignored
Jeff Cooper's four rules of gun safety, explained in full — the Gunsite origin story, why the rules are deliberately redundant, and how to apply each one.
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The Supreme Court Just Agreed to Decide the AR-15 Question. This Is the Biggest Second Amendment Case in a Generation.
The Supreme Court will finally decide if the Second Amendment protects the AR-15. Two consolidated cases, 12 states affected, ruling expected by mid-2027.
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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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