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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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No taxation, full representation. Happy Independence Day from Shooting Sports Life - your new favorite channel. Visit shootingsportslife.com and learn where...
WATCH NOWTwo bombshells in one episode. Federal just rewrote the rules of ballistics with 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak ammo — 500 fps faster, shorter barrels, and performance...
WATCH NOWAre 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...
WATCH NOWCompact, suppressed, and built to go anywhere — the Volquartsen Envy in pistol configuration checks every box. Carbon fiber barrel, 10/22 mags, and a Banish...
WATCH NOWTrain smarter, not louder. The Savage 110 RF Elite Precision paired with the Savage suppressor and CCI subsonic ammo is the quiet, affordable answer for...
WATCH NOWWhat 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...
WATCH NOWTired 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...
WATCH NOWWhat happens when artificial intelligence starts researching firearms policy for itself? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with...
WATCH NOWIn 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...
WATCH NOWIn this Gun Talk Radio segment, Ryan Gresham steps in for Tom Gresham. Joe Kurtenbach from Banish Suppressors discusses the benefits of training with...
WATCH NOWIn 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...
WATCH NOW22plinkster 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...
WATCH NOWSome 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...
WATCH NOWFrom cutting-edge suppressors to futuristic folding PCCs, this NRAAM 2026 conversation covers some of the most innovative gear on...
WATCH NOWGood guns are everywhere these days. But some guns make you stop and go, whoa… Ryan Gresham catches up with Ernest Langdon...
WATCH NOWAffordable doesn’t have to mean boring. At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Ryan Gresham checks in with Caleb Giddings from Taurus USA...
WATCH NOWBig news from the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting—Gun Talk has officially launched Shooting Sports Life, a completely free 24/7 streaming channel...
WATCH NOWAt 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
GLOCK's Big Announcement
As I arrived in Georgia, I couldn’t imagine what GLOCK would be introducing on December 10, 2019. Pieces of the puzzle began to appear before the event...
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AR-15, The Ultimate Hunting Platform
Hunting with an AR can raise eyebrows and start debates, but why? I am hoping by the end of this story, you understand why this usually more traditional...
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You Aren't That Good
Call it a refresher, or a wake-up call, or a reality check, but this ego-crushing experience can serve a purpose -- if you are listening. It just happened to...
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Betting Your Life on Your Ammo
What gun to buy or carry for personal protection will always be a hot debate topic, but I wonder how many people put as much thought into the ammo in their...
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Concealment Draw
Even though in Alabama it's legal to carry openly, I still conceal my pistols. The technique I use to draw, and the holster has evolved over the years into...
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A Case for the .380 Auto
Designed by John Moses Browning, the .380 Auto is still a formidable round more than 110 years after it was introduced. You’re certainly welcome to disagree...
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Springfield Armory SAINT Victor
Were it not for the military's adoption of the AR15 as the M16, the gun designed by Eugene Stoner may have just been a footnote in American arms development...
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Twenty Minutes Changes Everything
The shot rang out on the range. His eyes looked up at me as if I’d stolen the last Birthday Cake Oreo. It was one of those looks a father gets when his kid...
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Kudu in the Brush
In May of 2001, my wife and I went on our first African hunt to northwest Namibia with Okatjove Trails outfitters. We planned on hunting jackal and other...
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Gun 101: Five Reasons Why You Need a Holster
Besides becoming familiar with handling your weapon, choosing a holster is one of the most critical aspects of concealed carry for those who want to use a...
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A Level Playing Field for Bad Guys is Dumb
I’m a proud gun nut. That means I often take friends, family, and acquaintances to the range to introduce them to shooting sports.I’ve had the pleasure of...
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Making the First Pistol Purchase Count
My first experience shooting handguns came with my dad. We were out collecting firewood, and he asked if I wanted to take a shooting break. For a kid looking...
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A Tribute to a Dear Friend
David and I were the new kids in class. Fifth grade. We were both 10 years old. My family was in the process of building a house near that school, so I rode...
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Wyoming Outdoes Itself Again
Over the last eight years, I’ve had the opportunity to hunt Wyoming for mule deer, antelope, and turkeys with great success. Out of all the states, I've...
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Random Shots
Several things are buzzing in my head this week. Springfield Armory released its answer to the Sig P365, and it's a good one. Called the Hellcat, it's a...
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Optics Testing 2019
Fall 2019 started out with a trip to Canada, chasing bugling elk and portly bears. Then it was on to Wyoming to chase those free-ranging speed demons—the...
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The Ethics of Guns
A teacher in Cleveland, Ohio asked his high school ethics class what topic they would like to discuss. The class chose gun ownership. I had met the teacher...
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HELL(cat) YES!
Being in the firearms industry has its privileges. SHOT Show brings out the heavy-hitting new launches each year, and we get a sneak peek at the latest guns...
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Why We Won't Compromise - The Cake Story
Maybe I'm the last one to know this story. My shooting buddy, Dan, couldn't believe I had never seen it. But, it's the perfect explanation to use when...
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Turning Into a Traveling Hunter
I grew up on a small farm in Oklahoma. Access to hunting was just down the road, so traveling out of state to hunt never came about. When I got older, the...
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Why Your Toolbox Screwdrivers are Wrecking Your Guns (And What to Use Instead)
Let’s face it: the Phillips head screwdriver from your garage wasn’t made for your gun. It wasn’t made to dial in torque specs. It wasn’t made to keep your...
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DoubleTap Snakeshot Defense Ammo: One Round to Rule Them All?
DoubleTap Ammunition is flipping the script on traditional trail carry with their new Snake Shot Defense line—a purpose-built ammo series designed to work...
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Why GLOCK Is Phasing Out Legacy Models and Launching the "V" Series: A Strategic Shift
GLOCK is making a bold portfolio move. The company is discontinuing a large number of its commercial pistol models — across multiple generations, including...
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Ruger 10/22 Carbon Fiber: Lightweight Rimfire, Big Performance
The Ruger 10/22 Carbon Fiber edition takes everything you love about the original and turns it into a lightweight, accurate, and modular powerhouse for...
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Turn Day Into Night
Night hunting is growing fast—especially across the South where hogs and coyotes are always on the move. But swapping rifles or re-zeroing optics between day...
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MAC IX Review: A Budget-Friendly, Modular PDW That's a Blast to Shoot
The MAC IX is a modular, budget-friendly 9mm PDW that punches above its price. Full review with range footage and breakdown.
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Modernize Your Henry Lever Gun with the XS Sights LVR-HG Handguard
Lever-action rifles are experiencing a full-blown renaissance. Hunters, shooters, and home defenders are rediscovering the fast, reliable function and...
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Crimson Trace Rail Master Pro Review: Why This Light & Laser Combo Belongs on your Handgun
When it comes to upgrading your pistol for home defense or range days, few accessories offer as much practical value as a combination weapon light and laser...
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Feature-Rich and Ready to Run: The Tisas PX-9 Gen 2.0 Comp
The Tisas PX-9 Duty Comp packs 20 rounds of 9mm into a feature-rich, affordable package. Full review with range test and accuracy data.
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Precision, Durability, and American Craftsmanship: The Steiner H6Xi Hunting Scope
When most shooters hear Steiner Optics, they immediately think of German quality. And they’re right—but not the whole story. While Steiner’s reputation is...
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Smith & Wesson CSX-E Review: A Compact 9mm With Big Gun Flexibility
In the world of concealed carry pistols, it’s easy to get stuck with trade-offs. Small frame, limited capacity. Big capacity, chunky profile. But Smith &...
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Rock Solid Reloading: Finding Zen with the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Kit
Sometimes the best way to slow down is to do something one deliberate step at a time. That’s precisely what the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme reloading press is...
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No Recoil, No Flinch, No Excuses: Putting the New Lead Sled Family to the Test
Let’s be honest—nobody enjoys recoil. Whether it’s punching you in the shoulder with a .45-70 or just nudging you off target shot after shot, recoil can mess...
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Custom Gun Storage That Grows With You: A Look at SecureIt's Agile Bundle
If you're a gun owner, there’s a good chance you've run into one of two problems: not enough space—or too much clutter. Whether it's ammo, mags, cleaning...
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Doves, Dots & Realities: Hunting Doves with the Aimpoint Acro S-2
If you’ve ever lost a dove against a washed-out September sky or felt your bead go fuzzy just as a bird flared, you’ve probably wondered if there’s a better...
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Timeless & Tough: The Marlin 1895 Trapper in .45-70
Some things never go out of style—blue jeans, cast iron skillets, and Marlin lever-action rifles. In a world of ever-evolving firearms, the Marlin 1895...
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One Size Fits All? SureFire’s Fast Attach Hub Makes It Happen
SureFire's Fast Attach Hub lets you run one suppressor across multiple hosts. We review the system, compatibility, and why it matters.
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The Ruger Precision Rifle in 6mm GT: Custom Shop Power with Match-Ready Precision
The Ruger Precision Rifle in 6mm GT delivers match-grade accuracy from the Custom Shop. Full review with long-range data and impressions.
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Caldwell Steel Targets: Build Your Own Range
It’s clear that steel targets have come a long way—and Caldwell has been at the forefront of making them affordable, durable, and smart. Whether you're...
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Smith & Wesson Model 1854: A Modern Lever Gun with Big-Bore Swagger
If you’re a fan of lever-action rifles and you’ve been watching the evolution of modern gun design, Smith & Wesson’s 1854 series is likely on your radar—and...
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