Gear

Episode 103: The 1911 and Glock Got Together and Had a Baby

By Riley Bowman / March 13, 2017

Have you heard about the hottest new gun that was the “talk of the town” at SHOT Show 2017? Today we sit down to chat with Cy Hudson, the creator of the Hudson H9 pistol, the gun that feels like and has the trigger of a 1911, but shoots flat and fast like a Glock. We get the back story, inspirations behind the creation of it, and what the future looks like for Hudson Manufacturing. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this interview! Tune in now!

Crossfire Holster Reviews [VIDEO]

By Matthew Maruster / March 10, 2017

The models I tested were The Grip low profile IWB holster, The Tempest comfort concealed carry series and their newest design, The EDC low profile IWB holster. Like all my holster reviews, I spend a considerable amount of time using the…

CTRL Eyewear CTRL One Glasses Review

By Jacob Paulsen / February 23, 2017

Eyewear is a must have any time that you go out shooting. Whether that be at an indoor or outdoor range. Now there are some differences that are going to occur when you are outside vs. when you are inside with regard to light and reflectivity. Things that can vastly affect your ability to shoot as you normally would. So wouldn’t it be nice if there was a set of glasses that could adapt with you no matter what sort of light source you are going to be shooting in?

Episode 98: Bacon Grease In Your Gun: All About Lube

By Riley Bowman / February 22, 2017

Today we welcome a new guest on the show to talk about lubricants. What makes for a good lubricant, why is it important for your firearms, etc.

Episode 96: Interview With Ratigan From MantisX

By Riley Bowman / February 15, 2017

Oftentimes mixing digital technology with firearms is a mistake in our opinion, or at least it is executed poorly. Smart guns that require a special watch to be within inches in order to fire, biometric safes that fail to open when you need them to, or even the government trying to force you to use certain “safety” products…but how about one product that makes a lot of sense, is executed very well, and actually can make you a better shooter…a much, MUCH BETTER SHOOTER?! Check out this interview we do together with Ratigan from MantisX that is making a product that is revolutionizing the shooting world…it’s like “having an instructor in your pocket!”

Episode 95: Interview With Top Shot Season 4 Winner Chris Cheng

By Riley Bowman / February 13, 2017

We sit down with self-taught amateur and season 4 winner of History Channel’s Top Shot and now professional shooter sponsored by Bass Pro Shops…Chris Cheng! Chris goes over how he started in the shooting sports, what inspired him to take it to the next level, what it was like competing with the kind of stress one experiences in a competition like Top Shot, all while making all kinds of relevant connections to what it means for everyday gun owners and CCWers. Trust me, you don’t wanna miss this interview!

Episode 94: All About Concealed Carry Positions

By Riley Bowman / February 10, 2017

Well here you have it…all about concealed carry positions. We break down all the various positions, their pros and cons, and discuss tips and suggestions about how to make your concealed carry journey easier with fewer mistakes and wasted time and money. You can also check out the infographic mentioned in this episode HERE.

This EDC Trauma Device Will Save Lives

By Matthew Maruster / February 3, 2017

There most well known is a windless style of tourniquet that uses a handle to lever that when twisted causes the device to constrict around the limb. There are also ratcheting tourniquets that work just as you would expect, a ratcheting device allows the tourniquet to be tightened and stay secure around the limb.

Episode 92: Myth or Fact? CCWer Mistakes Another CCWer for Bad Guy

By Riley Bowman / February 1, 2017

We’ve had a few podcast listeners request that we do an episode where we discuss the potential issues for friendly fire during deadly force encounters. While these sorts of situations are EXTREMELY rare (we, to date, have not been able to find one single instance where one concealed carrier shot another mistaking them as the bad guy while trying to stop a threat), this is still a relevant topic that Riley and Jacob provide some insight and suggestions on. Tune in!

Episode 90: SHOT Show 2017 Wrap-up

By Riley Bowman / January 26, 2017

Riley and Jacob just returned from SHOT Show 2017 to report on their overall impressions of this year’s show and state of the industry. Also they discuss their top picks for new handguns, rifles, shotguns, optics, accessories and more! Check it out….

Sig Sauer Wins Contract to Become Standard-Issue U.S. Army Sidearm

By Craig Martin / January 24, 2017

After 30 years of service as the U.S. Army’s standard-issue sidearm, Beretta is about to make way for a new generation of pistol. And this generation belongs to Sig Sauer.

Don’t Overlook The Cammer Hammer For Your 1911

By Matthew Maruster / January 24, 2017

The Cammer Hammer is an aftermarket 1911 hammer that has a different shape than that of your traditional 1911 hammers.

Episode 89: Good Samaritan Saves Trooper’s Life

By Riley Bowman / January 23, 2017

We talk about the Florida Airport attack, the San Antonio mall shooting, and a CCWer who saves the life of a State Trooper in Arizona. Plus a few thoughts about Nevada’s dumb law and the TSA’s latest stats on firearm confiscation. Check it out and listen now!!

Episode 88: SHOT Show 2017 First Impressions

By Riley Bowman / January 19, 2017

The boys are attending SHOT Show 2017 this week in Las Vegas doing their best to bring to you up-to-date news and info on the industry’s latest and greatest products and innovations. Riley and Jacob share the pistols, rifles, holsters, training products and other accessories that have surprised and impressed them over the first couple of days of the show. Check it out and listen now!!

Episode 87: Interview With Top Shot Gary Quesenberry

By Riley Bowman / January 16, 2017

On this episode Riley and Jacob interview Homeland Security Agent and 2-time Top Shot competitor Gary Quesenberry. Trust me, you don’t wanna miss this one!!!