Send us a text In this episode of The Shooter’s Apprentice Podcast, Daniel dives deep into the history, design, and evolution of one of Smith & Wesson’s most beloved revolvers — the Mountain Gun. From its origins in the late 1980s to the brand-new 2025 re-release in 10mm, this episode covers it all. You’ll hear how top shooters like Tom Campbell and Ross Seyfried helped shape the concept, why the Mountain Gun became a backcountry favorite, and how it’s earned a cult following among revo...
Send us a text In this episode of The Shooter’s Apprentice Podcast, Daniel dives deep into the ongoing saga of his Springfield Range Officer 1911 in 9mm — a gun he wanted to love, but that had other plans. From out-of-the-box disappointment to DIY tuning trials, it’s been a long road of spring swaps, trigger jobs, grip mods, and match-day letdowns. But through the frustration came hard-earned lessons in setting up a single stack gun for USPSA the right way… and sometimes the wrong way first...
Send us a text In this episode of The Shooter’s Apprentice, we’re diving deep into the gritty, no-nonsense world of the snub-nosed revolver. From smoky jazz bars and trench coats to front pockets and ankle rigs, the snubby has carved out a lasting legacy. You’ll hear the history of how the snub-nosed revolver came to be, what made the J-frame so iconic, and how my own journey with pocket carry went from “no way” to “never leave home without it.” I’ll also break down some of the key models, ...
Send us a text Welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! I do appreciate everyone taking the time to listen to the podcast. Today I just give a short update as to why episodes haven't been getting published, talk about a few new firearms acquisitions and announce the winner of the Simply Rugged rifle sling giveaway. Also be sure to checkout and subscribe to my youtube channel as follow me on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www....
Send us a text Welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! Today we talk about jumping back into competitive shooting, some of the basics of USPSA competition and the gun I will be running along with how I set it up. Thanks for listening! Be sure to sign up for our Patreon to be entered into our Simply Rugged rifle sling giveaway! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.simplyrugged.com/store/Alaskan-Sling-p595114621 Also be sure to checkout and subscribe to my youtub...
Send us a text This week we take some time to talk about one of my all time favorite cartridges, the 222 Remington. We go over some of the history and the development of the cartridge, and also talk about my Remington Model 660 rifle. Be sure to sign up for our Patreon to be entered into our Simply Rugged rifle sling giveaway! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.simplyrugged.com/store/Alaskan-Sling-p595114621 Also be sure to checkout and subscribe to my youtube channel...
Send us a text What is going on everybody, Welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast. This week I sit down and tell you guys about some of the treasures I picked up at the local gun show over the weekend, and talk about a few of the things I learned along the way. We will talk about a couple of really cool Smith & Wesson revolvers as well as some classic shotguns. Thanks for listening! Be sure to sign up for our Patreon to be entered into our Simply Rugged rifle sling giveaway! ht...
Send us a text What is going on everybody, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast. This week we sit down and talk about my journey with the six gun and what made me the big bore revolver lover that I am today. Thank for listening! Be sure to sign up for our Patreon to be entered into our Simply Rugged rifle sling giveaway! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.simplyrugged.com/store/Alaskan-Sling-p595114621 Also be sure to checkout and subscribe to my youtube ...
Send us a text What is going on everybody, thank you for joining me this week. This week I am talking about some of my experience shooting with suppressors. Be sure to go subscribe to our patreon to be entered into our giveaway! And if you haven't already be sure to follow us on youtube and instagram! https://www.simplyrugged.com/ https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www....
Send us a text What is going on everybody. This week I talk about my experience shooting with suppressors. Thanks for listening. Be sure to sign up for our monthly patreon giveaway! Also be sure to check out https://www.simplyrugged.com/ https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtube.com/@theshootersapprentice
Send us a text This week I talk about picking up some parts and assembling my first AR15 pistol, a 7.5" fire breather. Be sure to check out https://www.simplyrugged.com/, https://www.meprolight.com/, https://timneytriggers.com/ and https://skinnersights.com/ Be sure to follow on Youtube and Instagram and Subscribe to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www...
Send us a text Hello everyone, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast. This week I tell you guys about some changes coming to the podcast in the future.
Send us a text What is going on everybody, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast. This week we sit down and discuss the New Ruger RXM which is a fantastic Glock 19 clone. I also tell a story from the haul road, and talk about my choice in carry pistol. Sit down, grab a drink and lets hang out! Be sure to check out https://timneytriggers.com/ for all of your trigger needs. Also be sure to check out https://www.meprolight.com/ for your night sight needs, and https://www.simplyrugged...
Send us a text Whats going on everyone, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! This week I am talking about shooting in the dark and weapons lights. Pull up a chair, and lets hang out! Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtube.com/@theshootersapprentice
Send us a text What is going on everyone, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! This week I will be talking about the 36 yard zero and maximum point blank range for the 223/5.56 and Modern Sporting Rifles. Pull up a chair and lets hang out! Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtub...
Send us a text Welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! I am so sorry about missing a episode last week. To make up for it today we answer a question from a listener about cold weather survival guns, and talk about a new project gun I picked up. Pull up a chair, and lets hang out! Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshoot...
Send us a text What is going on everybody, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! This week I am talking about using firearms in the cold weather up here in Alaska. Pull up a chair and lets hang out for a bit! Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtube.com/@theshootersapprentice
Send us a text What is going on everybody, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! This week I talk about a few gun show acquisitions, shooting handguns from a bench, and reloading for the 10mm! Pull up a chair and lets hang out! Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtube.com/@theshootersapprentice
Send us a text Hey Everybody, welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast. This week I will be talking about light weight 1911s and giving some thoughts on the new run of Colt Night Commander pistols. Link to 1911 magazine article https://www.patreon.com/posts/1911-magazines-116361241?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Be sure to check us out on Patreon, Youtube and Instagram! https://www.patreon.com/c/The...
Send us a text Welcome back to The Shooters Apprentice Podcast! This week I talk about a new rifle I picked up and one of my favorite rifle cartridges, the LEGENDARY 30/06! Thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheShootersApprentice https://www.instagram.com/theshootersapprentice/ https://www.facebook.com/theshootersapprentice https://www.youtube.com/@theshootersapprentice