The History of Smith & Wesson | Gun Talk Nation

Gun Talk’s own Tom Gresham - of Gun Talk Radio - sits down with host Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In a wide-ranging discussion, two generations cover the humble origins of Gun Talk Media, the growth of Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios, the importance of mindset, why quality film equipment matters and so much more. Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk Radio is currently in its 29th season. Learn more: https://www.guntalk.com/gun-talk-radio This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by SDS Imports, SecureIt, Ruger, Range Ready, Stag Arms and Aero Precision. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.02.24

In This Hour: -- The U.S. Supreme Court will hear another case impacting gun rights. Adam Kraut of the Second Amendment Foundation explains the significance. --  A New York judge declares that the Second Amendment doesn't exist in her courtroom. --  What can an experienced shooter learn from an AR-15 class at Range Ready Studios?  The benefits of using a sling, for starters. Gun Talk National Radio  04.28.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: -- What makes the shotgun such a good home defense weapon? Ken Campbell, from Gunsite Academy, counts the reasons. -- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem writes about shooting dog, and probably takes herself out of consideration for the Vice President slot. -- It's essential to check your bags for ammunition before flying on the airlines.  At least one tourist who forgot he had a few rounds of hunting ammo in his bag is facing a possible 12 years in prison. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.28.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: --  World Champion shooter Max Michel why he doesn't start shooting right away when he gets to the range. --  Is the old idea of using rock salt in a shotgun load for defense a good plan? --  States are banning credit card companies from tracking gun purchases with merchant codes. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.28.24  Hour 3

In This Hour: --  The Mossberg is a handful, but there are ways to tame the recoil and enhance the aiming options. --  He sees an orange color in the barrel, but it won't scrub out.  Is that rust, or is it something else? --  The hunt continues for the GT30 gun to mark 30 years on the air. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.28.24  After Show

Smith & Wesson Historian Mike Helms sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a fascinating discussion on a variety of topics, including: The origins of S&W, how quickly the company began to thrive, historical guns, the impact of the Civil War and firearm sales, new products that are a nod to the history of the iconic brand and much more.  Check out the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 here: https://snp.link/ee0bfd75 For more information on Smith & Wesson’s history, visit: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ourstory This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by: Ruger, Aero Precision, Range Ready, SDS Imports, SecureIt and Ballistic Advantage. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.24.24

The always entertaining Corey Beaudreau of Smith & Wesson sits down with host Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for this episode of Gun Talk Hunt. The guys are talking about Corey’s unique introduction into the world of firearms and recapping his memorable first big game hunt in Texas - with a S&W Model 1854 Lever Gun in .44 Mag. Check out the Model 1854 here: https://snp.link/ee0bfd75 Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 04.23.24  

In This Hour: -- Louisiana State Representative Blake Miguez explains how he got Constitutional Carry passed and sounds the alarm for New Orleans wanting to declare much of the city to be "gun free." -- Reports from taking an introduction to AR Rifles class. -- Will designating home school households as "public schools" make them "gun free zones"? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.21.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: -- Why do some gun stores and trainers support restrictions on gun rights? David Codrea has some ideas. -- News stories about people who screwed up and used guns when they shouldn't have.  Unfortunate examples of the need for training. -- You simply shoot better with guns that have less recoil. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.21.24 Hour 2

In This Hour: -- How Tennessee gun owners are fighting for the Second Amendment.  --  How one man listened to Gun Talk Radio and used what he learned to become a Second Amendment activist and firearm instructor. --  Are "special" guns and commemoratives worth more than standard guns? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.21.24  Hour 3