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An updated trigger, the HEX Wasp micro red dot optic, and a compensator are all part of the new Hellcat Rapid Defense Package (RDP) from Springfield Armory.
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Finding the right holster can be a difficult process. DeSantis GunHide's Chad DeSantis joins Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham in the studio to talk about some wild holst
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It's a look at the evolution of the shooting sports, from sporting clays to historical muzzleloader shoots to plinking, competitions, and more.
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A custom look and updates from SIG Custom Works for two popular SIG lines - meet the P320 XCompact Spectre and P365XL Spectre.
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This week on Guns & Gear: The Colt Anaconda, Frankford Arsenal’s FX-10 reloader; Smith & Wesson revolvers; and Sig Sauer red dot optics.
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Steve talks to the Gun Talk After Show (Tom, Jim, and Michelle) crew about the SilencerCo Banish 22 suppressor he recently shot, and why shooting suppressed is
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Attorney Don Kilmer joins Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham to discuss a major court victory: The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled...
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Tony calls Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham to seek some advice - Do you really need a gun belt? They are many pros to wearing a true gun belt.
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Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham talks with Luke, who recently participated in Gun Talk’s First Person Defender self-defense series.
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A woman calls her boyfriend to come help after she hits a car in a parking lot, and is dealing with an angry driver. What happens after he arrives?
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Team Ruger's Doug Koenig discusses some features of the Ruger MAX-9 10+ or 12+1 micro pistol with Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham
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Hunters scramble to find out what to do after drawing a coveted tag. Gun Talk's Matt Johnson drew out, and discusses his process of what to do next...
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Gun Talk's Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin and Ryan Gresham discuss KJ's crucial mistake when sighting in, which leads him to adopt a 5th Rule of Gun Safety.
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Crimson Trace introduced FIFTY new riflescopes to their optics offerings - Brushline scopes for hunters, and Hardline for tactical/long range fans.
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Holosun's Luis Chirino joins Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham to talk tips for using red dot optics, how to choose a red dot, the magic of the gold recticle...
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As they celebrate 75 years, Timney Triggers goes all out with their new Alpha Competition handgun trigger - available now for GLOCK Gen 3/4/5s.
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Just who is Grits Gresham? Learn more about the man who inspired Gun Talk's Tom Gresham and Ryan Gresham. Presented - with a little tongue-in-cheek.
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This week on Guns & Gear: Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, Tipton's Nope Rope, Black Hills Honey Badger, and Ruger's LCP II.
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After taking an 11-year old to a Hunter Safety class, John calls in to discuss getting the young man a lifetime hunting license.
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Sheriff Julian Whittington of Bossier Parish discusses his support for constitutional carry and why legislators should override Louisiana Governor Edwards’ veto
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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
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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Textbook Example of Winning
As I write this on May 1, I just returned from committee meetings at the Louisiana Legislature, where several gun bills (bad and good) were scheduled to be...
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The NRA Meltdown
I was going to write about my thoughts on the meltdown at the NRA and how I this has the potential for destroying this organization. Then I found an article...
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Rewriting History and Banning Speech
Amazon is banning books by conservatives. Facebook has taken it upon itself to ban whatever it deems to be "fake news." Now we see the latest...
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Advice for a First-Time Turkey Hunter
A million thoughts go through my mind as I read a message in the inbox, "What advice would I have for a first-time lady turkey hunter?” I could reply with a...
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Summertime! And the Carrying is Harder
As much as we love to shed our heavy coats, shake off the winter and early springtime chill, and throw on shorts and tees to fend off the summer heat, there...
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Wolves Travel in Packs
For years, I've had the impression from the reports I've been seeing that bad guys are attacking in numbers. It was confirmed this week when Steve Tarani...
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Consider Your Glass Carefully
The freezing drizzle instantly stuck to anything it touched. Cameras lost function, and our eyelashes began to freeze shut. We crested the hill on that old...
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Knives and the Second Amendment
The Interstate Transport Act (S.542- ITA) has once again been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). While...
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Wins and Losses
I'm writing this on the day the national ban on bump stocks went into effect. As of today, if you have a bump stock, you are in violation of the federal law...
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Injury Drills to Master
I don’t believe in swapping the weapon from one hand to another, for example when clearing corners or working cover, however, I do think knowing how to...
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One Gun Deserves the Love
I started with a first-gen Springfield Armory XD. That was the carry gun I felt comfortable with from day one. That gun clung to my side through hot summer...
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Shaming the Innocent - Culture War 2.0
In the culture war raging in America, the hot LZ of gun rights continues to expose new weapons being trotted out in their field trial periods. Witness New...
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Three (Cheap) Steps to Being a Better Shot
Everyone wants to be a better shot, but few of us have the time or money available to shoot all the time. No worries. I have your back with a plan guaranteed...
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5 Things Turkey Hunters Forget
I arrived in turkey camp excited. How could I not be jacked? It’s the first real hunting I’ve had since coyote hunting a few months back. I knew something...
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I’m two days into a coyote hunt, and the last thing I thought I'd find is a new favorite hunting round. For coyote hunting, I reach for the 204 Ruger or a...
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One of These Days...
I had intended to write about last week's interview with Benchmade Knives about the internet blowup which followed the exposure of that company cutting up...
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Tipping Their Hand
Sometimes understanding what's going on requires us to connect the dots on things that don't immediately appear to be connected. Looking at recent events...
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Practical EDC Upgrades
We upgrade everything in our lives. We upgrade our data plans, cell phones, vehicles and of course our firearms. We constantly look at what makes our lives...
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Problem Solving at High Speed
A while back, a Washington, D.C., museum displayed the rifle Charles Whitman used to kill 14 people and wound over thirty others from the top of the...
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Gun Banners Return to Handguns
It seems clear that there’s a change, or an addition, to the strategy of the gun banners. Back in the 1950s, they started with the call to ban handguns...
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