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Suppressors Today: E-Forms, ATF processing, New products, and more with Silencer Central's Brandon Maddox Feb 25, 2022

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Silencers, suppressors, and the new E-Form application process have the shooting world on point. Brandon Maddox, founder and owner of Silencer Central, joins us as a special guest.

His insider perspective clears up misconceptions, provides solid, data-backed info on processes and wait times and what purchasers should expect, and generally throws a ton of light on the subject of purchasing a suppressor.

Additionally, we talk through current trends in suppressors and the growing contingent of hunters using them. Mr. Maddox gives us an inside look at Silencer Central's new products, including the exceptionally compact, highly effective 338 Banish, and the versatile, modular 46 Banish.

For our Backcountry Bounty segment, we announce a new limited-edition run of custom Northern Shrike backcountry hunting knives by Siembida Custom Knives.

Wrap: No time like the present to start your suppressor application.

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Mountaineering Quality Bipods & Tripods, with Rob Gearing Feb 18, 2022

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When it comes to gear for deep backcountry hunting, failure is not an option. Warrantees do you no good if a critical piece of kit breaks when you're several days away from any resources. This episode we're joined by Rob Gearing: rock climber, mountaineer, fly-fishing addict, and the genius behind Spartan Precision Equipment. We talk about multi-purpose tripods and ultralight bipods for hard use in unforgiving country, swap hunting stories, and get Rob's take on the ultimate fly-fishing rig for backcountry waters. ENJOY!

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Optimizing .30-06 Performance Feb 11, 2022

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The .30-06 still stands as one of the best choices for all-around use on big game—particularly with modern projectiles and propellants.

From close up to 400 yards, it's superb. From little southern whitetails and pronghorn antelope to Alaska/Yukon moose, it's outstanding.

This episode takes a deep look into how to get the best performance your .30-06 is capable of.

Why the .30-06 became so popular in the first place
What traditional cup-and-core bullets do so well out of the .30-06
How it is still relevant today
How it kills with so much authority
Where it's at it's best (out to 400 yards) and why
Capability, shootability and recoil
Factory ammo: broad-spectrum use
Barrel life
Picking modern loads with modern bullets
Handloading tips for the .30-06
Classic bullets for use inside 300 yards
Modern bullets for maximizing capability past 300 yards
Best bullets for use on big elk, moose, and bear
Rifle actions, barrel lengths, stock types, and scopes for use with .30-06

Final thought: It's not just about what you use, it's how you use it.

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Hornady's New CX Bullet with Seth Swerczek Feb 04, 2022

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Hornady technician, ballastician, and communications guru Seth Swerczek joins us this episode, for an in-depth look at the new CX monometal bullet.

We discuss Hornady's old GMX bullet, and what makes the new CX different. Top terminal performance, increased aerodynamics, and a high accuracy standard set the CX apart.

Initial cartridge offerings and component bullets are detailed, along with tips for handloading the CX for best accuracy.

Additionally, we examine the meteoric rise of the recently introduced 6.5 PRC and the .300 PRC, discussing what it is about those cartridges that resonates with hunters.

Finally, Seth talks through Hornady's flagship ELD-X hunting bullet as well as traditional classics such as the Interlock and SST, defining what each is particularly good for.

Bonus: Check out The Hornady Podcast, just launched!

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Q&A: Bears, Cartridges, Backcountry Books & More Jan 28, 2022

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Backcountry Q&A

This fun episode responds to a dozen fascinating questions from listeners, including: • Bear deterrent • 6.8 Western vs. .280 Ackley vs. .30-06 cartridge comparison • Rifling twist rates • Traditional bows & muzzleloaders • Wild Bison success • Precision scopes for .22s • Upcoming live Podcast Q&A on Zoom • Troubling memories of unrecovered game • One-shot drops & escapes • Backcountry hunter's "essential book list" • More DIY Alaska tips & tricks • "Popper" loads for .35 Whelen •

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SHOT Show: New Gear & Trends of 2022 Jan 21, 2022

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Main topic: New and intriguing gear and trends.

SHOT Show 2022 had an interesting vibe and dynamic. Joseph and Colton discuss subtle trends in rifles, optics, ammo, and other gear, as well as manufacturing challenges and processes. Most interesting new products include GA Precision's new ultra-small backcountry-appropriate suppressor, Leica's new compact rangefinding binocular, Browning's new X-Bolt Speed SR (suppressor ready), and some smaller items.

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An Ultimate Alaska Rifle Jan 14, 2022

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SHOW NOTES

Main topic: Planning and building the ultimate all-purpose rifle for hunting Alaska

WINNER Announced: 150th episode custom knife winner revealed

Q&A:

Starter .22s for left-handed kids
Aoudad hunting (heat, humidity, and big rams)
Utah's bonus point-creep dilemma
Best .270 bullets for elk

Ultimate Alaska Rifle

CRITERIA
- Capable of cleanly killing anything you want to hunt
- Capable of reaching way out
- Capable of not just killing a grizzly, but stopping a charging bear
- Absolute reliability
- Familiar, intuitive function

Ultimate Scope for the Ultimate Alaska Rifle

CRITERIA
- Wide magnification range, starting low (2x)
- Superb quality to handle heavy recoil and adverse weather
- Good dial-up turret with zero stop and zero lock
- Ideally, parallax adjustment

Ultimate Gunsmith to build the Ultimate Alaska Rifle

Expert with chosen action
Legendary for building reliable, accurate rifles
Great human with a character as big as Alaska
- Lex Webernick of Rifle's Inc.

The Final Build & Accessories

Rifle—you'll have to listen to get details!
Bipod: Spartan Precision Javelin Pro Hunt
Sling: Red Kettle M19

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