The Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot & Military Gun Show in West Point Kentucky is a Mecca for full auto enthusiasts. Shooting Gallery has covered this event in the past, but this time we do it a little different. We follow Alan Samuel who is shopping for machine guns parts and Michael is looking for [...]
A bumper thumper is not always a traffic accident, but it might be the start of a robbery or an attack. We look at different solutions and how we can prepare and practice for these type of situations. See below for links to more information on topics covered in this episode. The Best Defense #45 [...]
Mike Kresser has taken over as the President and CEO of Taurus International. He talks about the changes we will experience with Taurus in 2012. One of the major changes will be the introduction of new products at a time when they are ready to be distributed to wholesalers and dealers. Reference Links: Taurus International [...]
Michael Janich talks about some of Spyderco’s new knives for 2012, the Yojimbo2 and the Manix2 XL. He also talks about Spyderco’s Opfocus line which can be downloaded using the link below. Reference Links: Spyderco Yojimbo2 Spyderco Manix2 XL Download or view the Opfocus Catalog
This week, Michael begins his wrap-up of the 2012 SHOT Show by declaring this year the “Year of the .22LR!” He talks about the industry “drivers” behind the explosive growth in .22 seen at the Show and which .22s you might be purchasing for yourselves over the course of the year. You can also listen [...]
In this episode of Shooting Gallery, Michael Bane is shooting all 27 stages of the Inaugural IDPA World Championship. This defensive pistol competition is about as close to the real world as you can get. See below for links to more information. Episode #148 – Season 12. Airtimes on Outdoor Channel: 01-25-12 at 3:00AM | [...]
As any marriage counselor will tell you, the secret to a great relationship is communication. In a self defense context, the communication becomes even more important. We look at different scenario where the husband and wife get attacked. In the training segment, Mike Seeklander looks at two handed grip live fire. Michael Janich talks about [...]
Finally, Michael pulled out his credit card for the first gun purchase, but he also found time to look at some interesting firearms from Mossberg and Tactical Solutions. Ten-X revealed a shotgun which made SWAT team officers to line up at their booth and KA-Bar have a hot selling cane. Reference Links: Crimson Trace Sig [...]
The questions we get each year during SHOT Show are of course about what is new, but there is also an interest around what Michael Bane decides to buy. He is getting close to some final decisions. In today’s report we look at some of the products he found roaming the floor. Reference Links: Crimson [...]
This week, Michael is in Las Vegas to digest all the new product on display during SHOT Show 2012. The first day was spent at the shooting range sending lead down range. You can also listen to DR Radio on Stitcher and download it to your mobile phone. Down Range Radio Sponsors: Ruger Firearms * [...]