Why Is Reloading Powder So Expensive?; State Gun Rights Groups Are Vital; Hunting's Social Aspects: Gun Talk Radio | 03.17.24 Hour 1

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

In This Hour: --  Most .22 rimfire ammunition is inexpensive, but not the highly-accurate match ammo. --  The Biden administration continues to support banning marijuana users from owning guns. --  Pepper spray should be considered by anyone wanting personal protection. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.21.24  After Show

You know them for their innovative slings, but Blue Force Gear is also a leader in tactical medical supplies. Brad Gilpin of Blue Force Gear joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham in the studio to discuss Brad’s background, Blue Force Gear’s mission with medical gear, the “essentials” you need in your kit, what medical skills you need to have, and much more. Blue Force Gear Medical Gear: https://www.blueforcegear.com/medical-items.html This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by SecureIt, SDS Imports, Ruger, Rossi USA, Range Ready, Ballistic Advantage and Stag Arms.  Shop Blue Force Gear at PSA: https://snp.link/7a566e39 New SIG Barrels from Ballistic Advantage: https://snp.link/d23e3ffa Subscribe to GunDealio’s Daily Deals: https://www.gundealio.com/enewsletter Train at Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios: https://www.rangereadystudios.com/training-courses Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.17.24

In This Hour: -- Knowing how to shoot isn't enough when you want to teach others.   -- Showing up with others and having a plan is the key to winning gun rights battles in state legislatures.  Clark Aposhian tells how he does that in Utah. -- Joel Kolander reveals tips and secrets to winning auctions on regular and exceptional guns at Rock Island Auction Company. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.14.24 hour 1

In This Hour: -- How to choose between a laser and a red dot optic for your defensive gun. Or, so you really need to choose? Brian Steere, from Crimson Trace, runs down the options. -- Through body cams and security videos, we now can see what actually happens in deadly attacks.  John Correia, from Active Self Protection, explains some of the lessons most people get wrong. -- An 85-year old woman in Idaho shoots and kills a home invader after he handcuffs her to a chair. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.14.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: -- The new Ultimate Carry revolver from Lipsey's and Smith & Wesson.  What have they done to the iconic J-frame? -- Is there a place for a revolver in your personal protection plan?  Darryl Bolke explains where the wheelgun fits. -- ATF greatly speeds up processing applications for silencers and SBRs.  Dave Matheny, from Silencer Shop, explains what that means and that you can now get a silencer in a week! Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.14.24  Hour 3