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CCW at 100 Yards: Is It Even Possible? — GMP #292
CCW at 100...

Hitting with a handgun, especially a small "carry" gun, at 100 yards and beyond seems impossible. However, with practice and a few tips from Roy Huntington...
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Archaic Cartridges for Modern People — GMP #291
Archaic...

There are lots of newfangled calibers on the market, but what about those "oldies but goodies" — the standard cartridges that have been around since...
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Guns to Kill Artificial Intelligence — GMP #290
Guns To Kill...

Recent research shows that the old science fiction trope of computers turning on their masters is a real possibility. American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale...
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What's It Like to Shoot Someone (Reboot!) — GMP #289
What's It Like...

For those who have ever wondered if they could really shoot someone in self-defense or questioned how they’d handle it psychologically, Brent T. Wheat...
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survival rifles: toys or tactical?
Survival Rifles:...

Survival rifles, such as the Armalite M7, are interesting special-purpose guns, but do they have a place in today's shooting world?
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Three gun battery
The Three-Gun...

The "three-gun battery" was a staple topic of yesteryear, long before 3-Gun competitions came along. Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss the...
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best-kept secret: 32 H&R Magnum
Best-Kept...

The .32 H&R Magnum has a small but devoted following. It offers .38+P power in a smaller package, but a lot of folks don’t even consider it a concealed...
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Silencer Secrets
Silencer Secrets...

Did you know silencers are legal in most of the U.S. and they're easier to buy than ever before? American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale joins us to discuss...
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Is It Your Fault? Yes! — GMP #284
Is It Your...

Is "accidental discharge" or "negligent discharge" a more accurate term? American COP Editor Erick Gelhaus joins a discussion of why unintended shots happen...
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Do We Really...

Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to take on a viewer question: Why are there so many new cartridges on the market, and do we really need them?
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We don't hate the AR
We Don't Hate...

It's the biggest misconception on YouTube: No, we don't hate the AR! In this episode, Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to address our complicated...
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Perfect Packin' Pooches
Perfect Packin'...

Today is a bit off track, but entirely on point! Roy Huntington joins us to talk about dogs and the shooters who love them!
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why is your .22 rifle so picky?
Why Is Your .22 So Picky?...

Everybody knows .22 rifles are very persnickety about their ammo, but why? In this episode, Roy and Brent discuss the reasons for this common ballistic...
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Perfect Plinking Pistols
Perfect Plinkin' Pistols

We shared our take on John Taffin's "Perfect Packin' Pistol." In this episode, Roy Huntington returns to talk about a different facet: What do we consider...
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What is a Perfect Packin' Pistol?
What is a "Perfect Packin'...

In this episode, Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to give his thoughts on what is and what isn't a Perfect Packin' Pistol.
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where have all the gunsmiths gone?
Where Have All The...

Host Brent T. Wheat recently enlisted Roy Huntington's help with a shotgun restoration project, which inspired a conversation about what happened to the...
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The Insider Story with the New Thompson/Center Boss!
The Insider Story with the...

Gregg Ritz has brought Thompson/Center back from the dead. In this episode, learn about how he did it and his plans for the future of this venerable brand.
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"One of the Coolest Rifles...

Joel Kolander from Rock Island Auction Company joins us to talk about the upcoming sale of the "Marshfield Find" — a Winchester Model 1886 Rifle — plus...
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My Travel Gun

In this episode, GUNS Magazine Editor Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington discuss Brent's new "travel" gun — a 2" J-Frame revolver — and why he chose it.
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Snubbies Are Stupid!

The keyboard warriors on social media and discussion forums frequently claim, "Snubbies are stupid!" But if they are, why do so many well-known...
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The 1911 Is DEAD!

John Browning’s epochal 1911 is enjoying another one of its periodic “rediscoveries” by a new generation of shooters. However, whenever this happens,...
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Leverguns Are Back!

Lever-action rifles are suddenly the new hotness in the shooting world. Find out why from Host Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington — two guys who never got...
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Revolvers NEVER Went Away!

Every generation seems to think they've discovered something new. Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss the trend of younger shooters...
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Snake Shot Cartridges...

Are snake shot cartridges useful, or are they a gimmick? Roy Huntington talks about his experiences, including his tests on the deadly potato!
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Mark Hampton
Saying Goodbye To Mark Hampton

For the second time in two weeks, a GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner staff writer has died. Today, Roy Huntington and Brent T. Wheat talk about Mark...
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Thompson/Center Is Back!

Thompson/Center is dead and gone, right? Wrong! T/C is once again family-owned and in the midst of a rebirth. GUNS Magazine Editor Brent T. Wheat and Roy...
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A Tribute To Mike "Duke"...

Longtime GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner contributor Mike Venturino passed away on June 9, 2024. In this special tribute episode, Roy Huntington and...
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Pro Secret: I Hate Carrying A Gun!
Pro Secret: I Hate...

If we're being honest, carrying a gun all the time is a pain in the neck. In this episode, Roy Huntington and Brent T. Wheat discuss the truth of carrying a...
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In Memory of John Taffin
In Memory Of John Taffin...

Roy Huntington joins Brent T. Wheat to celebrate the life and times of the singular sixgunner with insider stories and memories of John Taffin.
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Gun Bunnies Beware
Gun Bunnies Beware!

Suzi Huntington doesn't hide her feelings when discussing women "Gun Influencers" who emphasize certain female attributes to get ahead in the media game.
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