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Is competitive shooting really worth getting into? Does expensive gear make you a better shooter? And can competition actually improve your real-world shooting skills?
This week on the MacBroz Show, Josh is solo as Darius is out at Monsoon Demo Day! This episode we are joined by Dave Stroh, Jamarkus Anderson, Sean Salemink, and Rob Lucente for a competitive shooting roundtable!
We're going beyond the timer to talk about what gets people into competitive shooting, what keeps them coming back, and the lessons they've learned along the way.
From gear and training to match-day experiences, the competition community, and the debate over practical shooting skills, we're covering it all.
Whether you've been competing for years or haven't shot your first match yet, there's something here for you.
No gatekeeping. No experts-only panel. Just shooters talking shop.
Join the conversation, drop your thoughts in the comments, and let us know: Has competitive shooting made you a better person?
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Welcome to the Firearms Insider Gun & Gear Review Podcast episode 647. This episode is brought to you by Walker Defense, XS Sights, Hi-Point Firearms, and CMC Triggers. In this show we have hearing protection reviews, we talk about a Taurus suppressor, Bushrangers, some optic with veracity, and CZ’s Duty
As you may know, we showcase guns, gear, and anything else you might be interested in. We do our best to evaluate products from an unbiased and honest perspective.
I’m Chad Wallace, host of the most dedicated firearms podcast around
With me tonight are:
Tony, Rob, Rusty
Sponsor #1: Walker Defense Research
Walker Defense provides shooters with the finest, most innovative, quality, tactical accessories and firearm components around. From their NILE grip panels to their NERO muzzle brakes, no details are ever left behind. Only top quality materials are used in the manufacturing process. Together, all of this gives you some of the best firearm performance around. Everything they have to offer is proudly made in the USA. Walker Defense, where American ingenuity meets bleeding edge technology.
Our Walker Defense Product of the week is - Dark Matter High-Polish DLC BCG
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What we did in Firearms:
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ROB - Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual co-hosts and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Firearms Radio Network and/or their employers. This is NOT legal advice, nor should it be considered as such. Viewer discretion is advised.
Main Topic is sponsored by: CMC Triggers
CMC triggers is the creator of the original, drop in cartridge style AR trigger. CMC has been in aerospace manufacturing for over 30 years. This gives you peace of mind knowing that every trigger is of the utmost quality. Their patented design ensures a crisp, short, trigger pull across their whole line of triggers. With triggers for AR’s, AK’s, pistols, and bolt guns, CMC can make your firearms trigger great. Proudly made in Texas with strong morals and values, giving you confidence that you are buying one of the best triggers out there. Choose Confidence, choose quality, choose CMC
Our CMC Product of the week is - Single Stage AR15/10 Combat Curved Component trigger
Use Code “GGR26” for 10% off at CMCTriggers.com
Main Topic: Product Review
Chad - Elgin USA Hearing Protection
https://www.firearmsinsider.tv/gun-gear-reviews/2026/10/10/elgin-usa-hearing-protection
Giving away the Elgin Sign and the Fury Dual Defense, separately
To enter, send email to: [email protected]
Ends on Oct 31st 2026
Product Spotlight and Discussion:
Taurus TTX30
MSRP - $599.99
https://www.taurususa.com/product/suppressors/ttx30/
Chiappa Bushranger
MSRP - $515.00
https://chiappausa.com/shop/rifles/bushranger-semiauto-rifle/
Sponsor #3: Hi-Point
Hi-Point firearms has been crafting American made firearms for over 30 years. If you are looking for your first firearm, or just want something fun for the range, Hi-Point has you covered with models including handguns, pistol caliber carbines, and AR15's. They even have a new suppressor line. Hi-Point firearms can be found at extremely affordable prices, making them available for anyone that wants to protect themselves and/or their families. Every Hi-Point also comes with a lifetime warranty and most of their products are 50 state legal. Hi-Point Firearms, made by the American working man for the American working man.
Our Hi-Point Product of the week is - C9 in OD Green
Visit hi-pointfirearms.com and check out their line of products
Use code “GGR” FOR $20 off a Hi-Point firearm at ShootAmmo.com
Burris Veracity 3–15x44mm
MSRP - $1080.00
https://www.burrisoptics.com/riflescopes/veracitytm-3-15x44mm
CZ Duty 4” C(ompact)
MSRP - $729.00
https://www.czfirearms.com/en-us/products/pistols/cz-duty-series/cz-duty-4-0-c
Sponsor #4: XS Sights
For over 25 years, XS Sights has helped you get on target faster. Offering tritium sights in all different types and styles, low light is no longer an obstacle. Most options come with a brightly colored photoluminescent ring around the tritium. That colored ring makes them work great in the daylight also. XS Sights has sight styles for everyone: Big Dot’s, Ghost Rings, Standard Notch and Post, Minimalist, Suppressor Height, all offering tritium options. Available for a plethora of firearms types, from shotguns to handguns, XS sights has you covered for all your low light sighting needs.
Our XS Sights Product of the week is - DXT2 pro big dot night sights for glock
Use Code “GGR20” for 20% off of almost everything at xssights.com
Listener Feedback
Darryl P
I have listened to 646 of the 646 episodes of the Gun Gear Review and I love the show. I’m driving most of the time so listening is the primary way of getting the show. I have only seen a few of the shows on YouTube so I must visualize the show most of the time.
Tony’s criticism of Black Rifle Coffee has me stunned because I buy that product frequently and I have NEVER seen a can that does not say RIFLE on it. They have changed their logo but rifle is still plainly on the can. Please email me a pic of the rifleless can so I can ask the question to my supplier on the difference in the marketing.
Now on the Rob issue.
Please put a gun in your hand at least once a week. I’m not saying you are the only one not doing something in firearms every week but if those 646 shows I can honestly say maybe 10-15 times you have every did something in firearms for the week. I don’t want to hear the excuse;
I was working, we all work.
I was raining, it rains everywhere.
I was hot, I’m from Texas, it’s hot everywhere.
I was sick, I’ve heard the other guys still go out and do something with guns while being sick.
I’m sure there is very little or no pay for this podcast but you still are trying to do it so it must be worth it.
I hate to be critical but 3 wheels on the wagon won’t get you very far.
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In Episode 68 of Horror Movie Rundown, we kick off the annual 31 Days of Horror with a rundown of the movies watched in the first several days of October. We also cover indie horror finds on YouTube like Trick or Treat and Fear Itself, plus related topics including smart guns, GunSite simulator training, the Mini-14 with LBR, and more from the show. Follow along on IG and X.
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245: On this episode, we talk about the new Springfield Echelon PRO, a new FCU gun from CZ and Smith starts offering the Spec VI slide as a kit!
Wisconsin Section results and NISA Monster Match updates
I shot a revolver in a match!
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On this episode of AK Radio, it's just Sam and Will holding down the fort as the Commissar heads off into the darkness for a night fighting class, where he rediscovers the joys of shooting at mysterious noises, fumbling with magazines, and discovering just how little peripheral vision you have under night vision goggles.
Meanwhile, Sam takes another opportunity to brag about his expensive toobs, questionable financial decisions, and the rapidly deteriorating condition of his bank account. Apparently, seeing in the dark is a privilege reserved for those willing to financially ruin themselves.
From night vision shooting, tactical training, and low-light firearms handling to night vision devices (NODs), helmet-mounted optics, and the joys of running guns in the dark, the boys discuss the expensive rabbit hole of nighttime shooting.
Come for the gun talk and night vision gear. Stay for the financial irresponsibility.
AK Radio — NODs are expensive. Financial responsibility is counterrevolutionary.








