The episode kicks off with guest Erik Jacobson, CEO of Bushmaster Firearms. Erik shares his Marine Corps background and dives into the Bushmaster 22 ARC, its caliber details and the Mutta 2 suppressor. Insights into Bushmaster's acquisition, brand evolution, and future projects, including the ACR and XM15 A2 retro are shared.

(0:00) Introduction, technical difficulties, and sponsor message: Arms List

(2:29) Guest introduction: Eric Jacobson, CEO of Bushmaster Firearms

(3:42) Audience engagement and Eric Jacobson's background

(6:13) Eric's connection with Hank Strange and SHOT Show experiences

(9:38) Bushmaster 22 ARC pistol overview

(14:36) 22 ARC caliber details and comparison with other calibers

(20:17) Gun's muzzle brake and Muda 2 suppressor discussion

(22:18) Sponsor message: Franklin Armory

(23:23) Muda 2 suppressor features and 22 ARC cost effectiveness

(27:03) Bushmaster brand awareness and acquisition details

(30:05) Future of the Bushmaster ACR and XM15 A2 retro rifle

(38:01) AR practicality, unique firearms, and upcoming Bushmaster projects

(42:36) Sponsor: High Point Firearms and Full Forge Gear

(45:01) Bushmaster factory tour and branding changes

(49:03) ARC caliber inspiration and performance with longer barrels

(54:03) Wildlife encounters and upcoming rifle capabilities

(58:06) Bushmaster's 50 caliber projects and suppressors

(1:01:43) Giveaway announcement and Bushmaster's historical logo

(1:09:13) Python hunting and Florida wildlife

(1:10:40) Lake Tahoe relocation trends and Franklin Armory motorcycle culture

(1:13:45) Eric Jacobson's Marine Corps experience and COVID vaccine discussion

(1:23:07) Sponsor message: 2A Commerce

(1:25:09) Generational perspectives on government trust and COVID impact

(1:32:06) Exciting developments in the gun world and recent purchases

(1:37:02) Self-defense guns, foreign-made firearms, and US LawShield mention

(1:44:35) Family discussions and machine guns at Bushmaster

(1:50:11) Bushmaster's historical data, repair, and warranty