Franklin Armory F-22: Binary-Equipped .22 Rifle & Pistol That Hits
Franklin Armory’s F-22 series blends rimfire fun with real capability. Whether you're grabbing the rifle with its 16" fluted bull barrel or the compact...
When Self-Defense Training Gets Too Real
Gun Talk Nation host Ryan Gresham is joined by Jeremy Hedin (@whatthekicks) and Santiago Lopez (@tactical.santi) for a brutally honest conversation about...
Why Your Toolbox Is Failing You | (Real Avid X3 Driver Review)
Still using standard screwdrivers on your firearms? Time to upgrade. The Real Avid X3 Driver Kit is purpose-built for gun maintenance—with smart torque...
Trijicon RMR Sighting-In Tips
Gun Talk’s Chris Cerino hits the range to walk through his personal process for sighting in his Trijicon RMR red dot sight on his truck gun.
2A Strategy, Safety Lessons & Classic Wish-List
Ryan Gresham (filling in for Tom) and the Gun Talk crew dive into platform throttling, why curating your feeds matters, and a sharp Open Source Defense take...
Smart Locks, “Arsenal” Myths & Red-Dot Wins
Ryan Gresham fills in for Tom from the Gun Talk Nation studio for a fast, funny, and info-packed episode: Kenny Barlow (Regal Products) joins to reveal how...
Machine Guns, Myths & Underrated Cartridges
Ryan Gresham - filling in for Tom Gresham - and the Gun Talk team dig into three hours of everything guns — from underrated cartridges and nostalgic...
Hunting Tips for Meat Care, Gear, and Survival
What really happens after you press the trigger? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt, hosted by KJ, dives deep into the often overlooked part of the hunt: what...
One Round, Two Jobs: DoubleTap Snake Shot Defense for Semi-Autos
Snake in the grass or threat in the street—DoubleTap’s Snake Shot Defense does both. Designed for semi-auto pistols (9mm, .45 ACP, and 10mm), this innovative...
GLOCK Gen6 is Here!
GLOCK finally pulled the curtain back on the new Gen6 pistols, and yeah… there’s a lot to talk about. Gun Talk’s Ryan Gresham was on the ground at GLOCK HQ...
Crimson Trace RAD Series — Everything You Need To Know
We check out the Crimson Trace’s RAD (Rapid Aiming Dot) series — MicroPro, Pro, and Max Pro red dots. Motion-activated on/off, auto-brightness, long battery...
Tisas Carry 1911 B9 RDS — Double-Stack 9mm Range Test & Review
Hands-on range test of the Tisas Carry 1911 B9 RDS double-stack 9mm: bull barrel, 17-round mags, RMSC optic cut, ambi controls — accuracy, handling, and value.
TT12 Pro — Magazine-Fed 12ga Shotgun
The Tokarev TT12 Pro updates a popular platform with competition-ready features and hunting-friendly versatility. We test its ergonomics, magazine changes...
Galco and Jackass Leather!
Discover the history of Galco Holsters, from its humble beginnings as the Jackass Leather Company to becoming a leading name in American-made leather holsters.
Black Hills .308 Load Test
We put four Black Hills Ammunition .308 loads on the range to find what our rifle likes: a 150-grain copper/solid hunting load, mid-weight target loads, and...
Deer Herd Management 101
Want to grow bigger, healthier bucks and boost your fawn survival rates? Then it’s time to get serious about predator control and herd nutrition.
Pro Shooter Max Michel’s Future | Coming Friday!
Professional shooter Max Michel has a big announcement - exclusive to Gun Talk Nation. Join us on Friday!
Smith & Wesson M&P FPC .22 — A Folding Plinker
Smith & Wesson’s M&P FPC in .22 brings everything you loved about the 9mm folding PCC into a lightweight, packable plinker. It folds neatly to the side...
A New Way to Get Your Dream Gun
Jeff Tesch of Guns.com joins Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham to discuss their roots in content creation, their huge inventory of new firearms, cerfitifed used guns...
How to Use the Zeiss Binocular to Tripod Adapter (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn how to properly use the Zeiss Tripod to Binocular adapter with your ARCA-compatible tripod setup. This hands-on guide shows how to mount your Zeiss...
Is the 1911 an ‘Old Guy’s Gun?’
Team Colt professional shooters Jalise and Justine Williams join Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham to discuss the ongoing legacy of the 1911 pistol, updates on their...
Winchester Supreme Optics | Affordable Glass That Delivers
Winchester is stepping into the optics game with their Supreme Optics line—and it’s surprisingly good. We got hands-on with everything from spotting scopes...
Rost Martin RM1C Comp | Anything But Standard Issue
The Rost Martin RM1C Comp may look like just another black pistol—but trust us, a lot is going on here. We hit the range to test its performance and were...
How Gun Laws are Really Made
Think you understand self-defense laws? Think again. In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Dan Zelenka, President of the Louisiana...
Have Cover. Give Commands. Be Ready to Shoot.
In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, Chris Cerino discusses and demonstrates engaging a threat from a position of advantage - where you have cover, and...
How Many 2x4s to Stop a 9mm?
Can drywall and 2x4s really protect you from incoming gunfire? The answer might surprise you. In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, we dive deep into the...
Shooting Without Vision, Is It Possible?
In this special bonus, we test shooting accuracy when vision is compromised — simulating scenarios where your prescription glasses are lost, knocked off, or...
Surviving the Ambush
Step into a high-stress, force-on-force scenario where an unsuspecting participant faces a surprise active shooter in a realistic training environment.
Store Robbery: Armed Citizen Responds
What would you do in a high-stress store robbery with multiple armed threats? In this episode of First Person Defender, Aaron faces a dynamic armed robbery...
Carjacking Happens FAST
How do you react when you're faced with a carjacker, especially with your family in the car? This high-intensity training episode from First Person Defender...
Mentally Unstable Attacker with a Knife
In this First Person Defender scenario, a man walks out of a bathroom and straight into a dangerous situation: a visibly unstable individual ranting...
Road Rage Turns Violent
What starts as a minor fender bender quickly escalates when a driver refuses to back down—and one woman is forced to make a life-or-death decision. In this...
1911 Grip Safety Build-Up
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Chris Cerino is discussing issues that some shooters can have with fully...
Self-Defense Gone Wrong?
What happens when good intentions lead to dangerous decisions? A gunfight breaks out when Josh steps in to stop a mailman robbery.
Brutal Hostage Carjacking
In this episode of First Person Defender, Neil and Stephannie Weidner from Active Self Protection face every defender’s nightmare—not once, but twice.
Can She Escape Without a Gun?
What happens when you're unarmed and trapped in a car during a violent encounter? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Shirley faces a...
Fake Delivery Person Attacks!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we throw Michael into a high-pressure force-on-force training scenario known as the Hooded Box Drill. Watch as he’s...
Violent Highway Robbery Gone Wrong
In this intense First Person Defender scenario, James and his wife stop to help a stranded motorist, only to face a terrifying armed robbery. What starts as...
Home Invasion Turned Violent: Armed Woman Fights Back
What happens when a regular person is attacked in their bedroom? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Natasha walks into what should be her safe...
First Person Defender Season 14: Coming in Hot!
A new season of First Person Defender is here. Season 14 is the wildest, most intense season yet, and if you’re an FPD fan, you know that’s saying something!
Three HK Options - What’s Right For You?
Which HK is right for you? Chris Cerino details the HK CC9, HK VP9, and HK M556A1. If you're interested in a new HK for home protection or self-defense and...
Situational Awareness & Training
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe presents a critical message about the importance of situational awareness for concealed...
Be Polite, Be Courteous…Be Safe
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe offers some sage advice for communicating with authorities in the aftermath of a critical...
The Real Cost of Self-Defense
What is the actual cost of a self-defense situation? If you defend yourself in a self-defense scenario, the costs will mount. Mike Darter of CCW Safe and...
What is a Micro Compact Pistol?
How does a micro compact compare against a compact and full size? HK announced their newest micro compact, the HK CC9, but is it really that small? Chris...
Shot the Wrong Guy? A Self-Defense Reaction
What would happen if you shot the wrong person? Mike Darter of CCW Safe and Ryan Gresham react to a First Person Defender scenario that deals with mistaken...
NEW Concealed Carry Range Drill
You need a new range drill to test you skills. Chris Cerino offers up a new drill utilizing the newest HK CC9. Watch if you are in need of a drill to spice...
Camper Carry
Is it possible to mount a holster to the bed of your truck? Can you defend yourself if you find yourself camping in the back of your truck? Chris Cerino...