Assorted Calibers Podcast

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Bloomberg throwing a ton of gun prohibition money at the election, and its payoff; Maine's new red flag law, which has deep flaws; a UK Man sent to prison just for possessing the recipe for gunpowder; and predictably, Everytown is now pressuring Ruger to change their guns now that Glock's new V-series are out. David reviews a Mantis X training pistol; and Tiny is making venison summer sausage. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic Gun-Control Activists Swamped Money Race en Route to Election Sweep See how your community voted on Maine's 'red flag' law referendum  UK Man Arrested for Possessing Gunpowder Recipe Breaking: New V Series Images Have Leaked! After Glock Redesign, Leading Gun-Control Group Calls on Ruger to Discontinue Popular Pistol Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Erin's Laserlyte Targets Erin's Laserlyte Emitters Mantis TitanX Laser Training Academy Kit ACP 325: It'll Work This Time. Right? Laser Training Cartridge SIRT (Shot Indicating Resetting Trigger) Training Pistol Mantis TitanX Deep Dive NRAAM 2025 Mantis TitanX TitanX Detail 01 TitanX Detail 02 TitanX Detail 03 TitanX Detail 04 TitanX Detail 05 TitanX Outer Box TitanX Case 01 TitanX Case 02 TitanX User manual (PDF) Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the latest development in the story of the Wyoming Airman who killed his friend and blamed it on his SIG M18; the Ad Council using tax money to push gun control; the US Navy Sailor who was sentenced to 20 years for possessing demilled guns and legal-to-own parts, and why his appeal will affect all gun owners. There's a big shake-up within the NRA, and Board Member John Richardson gives us the inside scoop; and David gives us his thoughts about a recently acquired Super Safety from Hoffman Tactical. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic S.A.F.E. Pet Rescue Tillie, Erin's good little pupper girl Ad Council Using Your Tax Dollars to Push Anti-Gun Rhetoric Gun Violence in the United States 2022 (PDF) Six Words Every Killer Should Know: 'I Feared for My Life, Officer' Adamiak's Attorney Strikes Back at his Criminal Charges John Richardson No Lawyers, Only Guns and Money National Rifle Association Announces Massive Restructuring Gun Lovers and Other Strangers National Firearms Act 1934 (PDF Warning) Forced Reset Trigger Hoffman Tactical Trigger-Man Super Safety v4.4 AR Disconnector AR Disconnector Spring AR Selector Spring AR Hammer & Trigger Pin AR Selector Detent AR Trigger AR Bolt Carrier AR Recoil Buffer Hoffman Super Safety (YouTube Warning) Super Safety 01 Super Safety 02 Super Safety 03 Super Safety 04 Super Safety Position Forward Super Safety Position Rearward Super Safety Detents Bolt Comparison Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: David Hogg's endorsement of a politician with a racist and literal, capital-N Nazi history; the death of the Airman charged with the SIG M18 death; the dubious legitimacy of Everytown's Train Smart program. David talks about revolver cylinder gaps; and Weer'd tells you what to do when you get cut. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic David Hogg Meets With Graham Platner Airman found dead at F.E. Warren was under investigation for M18 incident Everytown Now Offers "Training" On The Tools They Don't Want You To Have I Took Everytown's Training Class and It's Everything You'd Expect it to Be Gun Lovers and Other Strangers BBTI: Cylinder Gap Mind the Gap Cylinder Gap Photo Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 151 Cylinder Bearings Paul Harrell: Injury Potential From Revolver Cylinder Gap Trigger Tribe: Fingers Vs. Cylinder Gap DESTRUCTION Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More Weer'd Segment 3M Vetbond Steri Strips Styptic Pencil  New Skin Liquid Bandage  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirming that background checks for ammunition purchases in New York state are constitutional; SCOTUS taking up a case on marijuana use and gun ownership; Chicago police arresting people for carrying guns without a permit (even though they did have valid permits), and they've all been black; Glock discontinuing most of their guns for new "V Models". Tiny went hunting, and learned some lessons about listening to his body; and David talks about barrel crowns. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic Appeals Court Upholds New York Ammo Background Check Law Supreme Court will consider whether people who regularly smoke pot can legally own guns Black gun owners in Chicago charged with felonies despite valid FOID cards, CCLs; say they're traumatized Rumor Alert: GLOCK Discontinuing Vast Majority of Handguns, Introducing "V Models" to Combat Switch Conversions Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Crown - Rifle Muzzle Does a crown affect accuracy? Brownells Barrel Crown Tools F.W. Mann: The Bullet's Flight From Powder To Target Brownells: Crowning and Chamfering a Muzzle\ Standard Crown Target Crown Barrel Crown Flat Crown Recessed Crown 01 Recessed Crown 02 Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a federal judge's ruling that the ban on post office carry is unconstitutional — but not for everyone; the DOJ declining to force gun rights groups to release membership information in the under-21 handgun case Reese v. ATF; California banning the new sale of Glocks and Glock-compatible pistols; Everytown quietly distancing themselves from Jay Jones after giving him $200K   now that his violent text messages have come to light; the rumor that Colt Canada and its parent company CZ-USA are helping the Canadian government to dispose of bought-back guns — but Colt Canada denies it. Weer'd fisks gun prohibitionist interviews after the Minneapolis church shooting; and Xander hosts a fireside chat on fire safety. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic 5 Gallon Immersion Heater Weer'd Beard bingo card Federal Judge Rules Post Office Gun Ban Unconstitutional — But Not for Everyone  ORDER DEMANDING PRODUCTION OF SAF MEMBERSHIP LIST VACATED California's New Glock Ban Bill: What You Need to Know Everytown for Gun Safety Gave $200,000 to Jay Jones Who Texted He Wanted to Shoot GOP Lawmaker Colt Canada Denies Involvement in Confiscation Scheme Weer'd Audio Fisk Mike Spies on MSNBC Illhan Omar On CNN Nearly half of all U.S. households own at least one firearm. Majority in U.S. Continues to Favor Stricter Gun Laws Stalled 2016 gun buyer measure heads to Nevada high court Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019  Bloomberg nonprofit gives $3 million to Maine gun groups  2016 California Proposition 63 Tucker Carlson and the famous 'Barrel shroud' clip [2007] The Myth That Australia's Gun Laws Reduced Gun Homicides Independent Thoughts Clint Smith on Fire Extinguishers  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the murder and arson at the LDS church in Michigan; the Dallas ICE facility murderer and the media's continued demonization of bolt action rifles; the ATF's ruling on the Franklin Armory Antithesis; new information about the Everytown for Gun Safety's firearms training program, and reactions from inside the gun control world. David discusses firearms markings and their meanings; and Oddball gives us a review of his new Microtech knife. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Main Topic Michigan LDS church shooting Michigan CCW Prohibited Places Anti-ICE shooter used Nazi battle rifle in deadly Dallas attack Did Dallas ICE facility shooter Joshua Jahn use M1 Garand rifle? Full details on shooting incident, ammunition messages and suspect ATF Franklin Armory Letter (PDF) Everytown wants stricter laws on guns. Now, they'll also teach you to use one Gun Lovers and Other Strangers SAAMI NRA Museum: Proof Marks British Proof Marks Gun Control Act 1968 (PDF Warning) Standard Directory of Proof Marks Official Guide to Gunmarks Remington Barrel Marks Marlin Year of Manufacture ColtAutos.com NRA Museum Serial Number Charts (PDF Warning) Waffenamt Forgotten Weapons: Introduction to Proof marks Gun Proofing Barrell Markings  Maker's Mark Frame Markings Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More Oddball's Corner Pocket Microtech Out the Front Knives  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the ABC affiliate station shooter and his ties to gun control; gun prohibitionists within the Democrat Party calling for a relaxation of gun control rhetoric; the press going insane over sniper rifles bolt-action hunting rifles because one was used to assassinate Charlie Kirk. Weer'd interviews Kent Brown of CCW Safe about their merger with the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network; and David reviews Doubletap SnakeShot ammunition. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic FBI arrests Sacramento man in connection with ABC10 news station shooting after earlier release on bail It's now confirmed. The suspect being charged with firing shots at an ABC affiliate office is a gun control supporter.  What a Bigger-Tent Democratic Party Could Look Like Charlie Kirk assassin's alleged gun was powerful, vintage and hard to trace Gun Lovers and Other Strangers NRAAM Doubletap Ammunition Starline Brass Smith & Wesson Faxon Rock Island Armory Kentucky Ballistics Doubletap SnakeShot SnakeShot Water Jug Penetration Test Ammo Box Ammo Box 45 ACP Ammo Box 9mm 45 ACP components Torx Bit Fits Hollow Point Cavity Doubletap SnakeShot Shot Spread 01 Doubletap SnakeShot Shot Spread 02 Doubletap SnakeShot Shot Spread 03 Doubletap SnakeShot Shot Spread 04 Doubletap SnakeShot 45ACP Accuracy Doubletap SnakeShot 9mm Accuracy Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More SNL Shimmer Floor Wax sketch   CCW Safe CCW Safe Armed Citizens' Legal Defense Network    

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: open carry becoming legal in Florida; the murder of Charlie Kirk and the consequences it will likely bring. Xander shares his Independent Thoughts on ghoulish post-tragedy blood dancing; and Weer'd fisks Manuel Oliver and Jim Acosta as they "interview" an AI mockery of the slain Joaquin Oliver. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic Florida's open carry ban for guns ruled unconstitutional. What's that mean for gun owners? FBI recovers rifle used in Charlie Kirk shooting, traces path through woods OBS-PP Official Statement on the Charlie Kirk Murder Local LGBTQ Community Members Protest $8 million Encircle Project It's rare for me to hate that I was right, but this is one of those times. Charlie Kirk (2023): "I think it's worth to have a cost of unfortunately some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the 2nd Amendment.  Weer'd Audio Fisk Jim Acosta: Remembering Joaquin: AI Brings Voice to Gun Victims Jim Acosta interviews 'made-up' AI avatar of Parkland victim Joaquin Oliver Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 125: Deepfake Necromantic Blood Dancing Parkland father climbs crane near White House, demands Biden do more on gun control Manuel Oliver, father of Parkland victim, arrested during heated House gun law hearing Show Promo on Bluesky Manuel Oliver interview on Bluesky  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Maine families suing the US Army for not stopping the Lewiston Shooter; New York being ordered to pay $800K for the house of worship gun ban; the DOJ asking to speak against Assault Weapon Bans in the Illinois court challenge. Rather then Weer'd or Erin, Lara Smith of the Liberal Gun Club discusses the problems with the proposed trans gun ban; and Sean Sorrentino and Robb Allen talk about SSRI medication, the stigma against it, and why not everyone who takes SSRIs is dangerous. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic Lewiston shooting survivors, victims' families file lawsuit against US Army New York Ordered to Pay $800K After Church Challenges Ban on Firearms in Houses of Worship Following its amicus brief in support of us, the federal government has asked the Seventh Circuit for approval to participate in oral arguments in our lawsuit challenging Illinois' "assault weapon" and magazine bans Lara Smith Trump DOJ Weighs Ban on Trans People Owning Guns EXCLUSIVE: Full Transcript: Daily Caller Interviews President Donald Trump Canaries in the Gun Rights Coal Mine Liberal Gun Club Sean and Robb Robb Allen Twitter Moth, Rust, and Thieves on Spotify  

This episode was tossed together at the last minute. Most of the crew had a busy Labor Day weekend and was unavailable (except for Erin, who recorded a segment), so Matt from Geeks, Gadgets and Guns jumped in to help Weer'd. In This Episode Weer'd and Matt discuss: California attempting to ban all Glocks, and why this is a big deal for all of America; the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School; and Congressman Thomas Massie introducing legislation to end the Federal Gun Free School Zones Act. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Glock Ban Bill Nears Final Vote in California Senate: Glocks and Clones Targeted for 2026 Ban Annunciation Catholic Church shooting Operation Blazing Sword - Pink Pistols' Official Statement on the Annunciation Catholic School and Church Shooting Accomplices charged in mass shooting near Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Former March For Our Lives Staffer Accuses Group of Racism, Retaliation in Lawsuit The Massacre We Should Be Learning From Right Now Congressman Massie Introduces Bill to Repeal Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act

Before you say anything: Erin is fully aware of the nomenclature sin she committed. She did it just to make Weer'd and other gun purists twitch. In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the Air Force returning M17 and M18 pistols to service; a Federal Court of Appeals rejecting New Mexico's waiting periods for firearm purchase; Michael Bloomberg's Everytown offering to teach gun safety "training"; Australia's hoplophobes freaking out that legal gun ownership is increasing; and March for our Lives blaming racism for their woes. Weer'd interviews Kent Brown of CCW Safe about how it protects members from charges; and in honor of Episode 357, David celebrates the life of Elmer Keith, the inventor of the .357 Magnum cartridge. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic Sig M18 Pistol Returned To Service By Air Force Global Strike Command Federal Appeals Court Blocks New Mexico's Gun Sales Waiting Period Gun Control Group Now Offering Firearms 'Instruction'  Australia's gun lobby says it's 'winning' the fight against firearm control as numbers surge They Rallied the Nation After the Parkland School Shooting. Years Later, Their Group Is Floundering. In Gun Control Crowd, Racism Is Still the Favorite Scapegoat CCW Safe CCW Safe Armed Citizen Legal Defense Network Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Elmer Keith .357 Magnum .44 Magnum .41 Magnum .38 Super SAAMI Winchester Model 70 .338 Winchester Magnum .340 Weatherby Magnum .338-378 Weatherby Magnum Hell I was There Sixguns by Keith Smith & Wesson .38/44 Smith & Wesson Model 27 Forgotten Weapons: Shooting Elmer Keith's Carry Pistol Forgotten Weapons: Elmer Keith's ka-BOOM Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

In This Episode It's an ACP Round Table! Join Oddball, David, Erin, and Weer'd as they discuss: the SIG P320 saga getting even more complicated now that an Airman present at the fatal shooting has been arrested and charged; the Giffords gun control lobby showing that there will never be enough gun control for them; the plaintiffs in Duncan v. Bonta urging SCOTUS to do their job; and David and Oddball, fresh from GOALS, share some highlights of the expo. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Airman arrested for death that prompted Air Force-wide safety review of Sig M18 Giffords:  New York's Easy Access to Guns will they try and BAN HARDWARE STORES next?! Plaintiffs in Duncan v Bonta petition SCOTUS *again,* and straight up ask them to finally do their jobs. William Kirk gives us some hope. GOALS Expo TCRT self healing targets Black Steel USA Bond Arms Kahr Arms unsuppressed 50BMG vs Barrett suppressed 50BMG DSArms FALs Stern Defense Battle Arms Development G80 Oriskany Arms BOE Suppression/DuraMag Wren Metal Works Ranger Point AS Designs Gear Head Works DefGrip Trailblazer Firearms (Lifecard update) Microtech Ultratech ZPT StogieMag 2nd Amendment Bourbon Ballistic Dummy Lab Arc Fire Freedom Ordnance Devil Dog Concepts Rock Island Armory USA (Folding Shotgun) Freedom Ordnance Stuff and Things, Inc Arise Armament Strike Industries Emily Stanley (Princess and the Pistol) Tony Simon Stephen Willeford (Stopped Texas church shooter barefoot) Tim Hoffman (Hoffman Tactical) William Kirk (Washington Gun Law) Jeff Yeager (Appleseed)  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the gun rights groups that are challenging the legality of the NFA with a lawsuit; the McCloskeys of St. Louis finally getting their rifle back; and SIG Sauer managing to avoid paying damages in a P320 lawsuit, but the jury findings might be worse in the long term. David discusses optimal barrel length for guns; and Tiny tells us about his Mountain Dulcimer. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic FPC & Allies File Lawsuit to Strike Down the NFA McCloskeys win back AR-15 rifle 5 years after Black Lives Matter protest confrontation  Jury finds SIG P320 'defectively designed' in Cambridge police lawsuit Sig Sauer Just Won A P320 Court Case - And It's A Really Bad Sign For the P320 Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Ballistics By The Inch The Bullet's Flight From Powder To Target Caldwell Chronograph Brownells Product Spotlight: Garmin Range Products Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More Tiny's Rocks and Cows Dulcimer Kits The Mountain Dulcimer: A Musical Possibility Box | Jerry Rockwell  Folkcraft Cardboard Dulcimer Build and Review Great Big Sea- Jakey's Gin The Pyrates Royale Tiny's Dulcimer 1 Tiny's Dulcimer 2  

In This Episode: It's another ACP Round Table!  In this episode, Weer'd, Erin, Oddball, and David are joined once again by Matt and Heinrich from Geeks Gadgets and Guns and LFD Research  to discuss: several spree attacks across the country; a proposed law to adjust the NFA tax for inflation; California's background check for ammunition purchases law has been declared unconstitutional (again); and the killing of a US Airman by a SIG M18 pistol, still in the holster, which has led to increased scrutiny of both the pistol design and Sig Sauer's public relations tactics. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Walmart Stabbing: Video Appears to Show Suspect Being Confronted Meet Derrick Perry, the GOOD GUY with a firearm who helped subdue the Walmart mass stabbing suspect in Traverse City, Michigan, until police arrived, per local reports. NYPD widens investigation into Midtown shooting as details emerge on victims  Tone-deaf Brady TwiX Five charged over attack on white couple at Cincinnati jazz festival Freed on bail despite previous weapons and other charges Door Kick Challenge Democrat Senator Pushes for $4,700 Tax Stamps California Ammo Background Checks Ruled Unconstitutional US Air Force Suspends Use of M18 Pistol After Airmans Death FBI SIG P320 Evaluation Forgotten Weapons: SIG's Real P320 Problem is no Longer Uncommanded Discharges P320 Changes Survey  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the DoJ abandoning the Pistol Brace Ban, making them legal once again; the 2nd Circuit allowing New York to continue to sue gun makers because of advertisements; Everytown trying to crack down on 3D printers by violating our civil rights. Xander explains how ignorance is not bliss; and David pays his respects to the passing of Frank Brownell  and to the closing of Anderson Manufacturing. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic DOJ, Now Under New Management, Throws in the Towel on ATF's Pistol Brace Ban Rule NSSF Disappointed with 2nd Circuit Decision of NSSF's Challenge to N.Y. Anti-PLCAA Statute Let's go through Everytown's new white paper on 3D printing. Everytown 3d Printed Guns Independent Thoughts Samizdat Ribs (recordings) Gun Lovers and Others Strangers Remembering Frank R Brownell Frank's Obituary In Memoriam: Frank R. Brownell Remembering Frank Brownell Brownells Brownells Gunsmith Kinks Anderson Manufacturing Anderson Manufacturing Closes Welcome to Brownells GOA GOALS Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More