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In this episode, hosts Ike, Chris, and Ian talk with guests Gabe Cabrera from Cobalt Kinetics and Frank Woods from the Tasker Network. They discuss their backgrounds in the firearms industry, new products from Cobalt Kinetics including a suppressor collaboration with CGS Group, ambidextrous AR-15 controls becoming more common, and other highlights from SHOT Show 2024 such as Eagle Industries' updated Rhodesian Recon Vest and Taurus' new affordable bolt-action rifle. 

Episode Timeline:

00:00:00 : Intro banter 
00:04:00 : Paul discusses starting Tasker Network after buying LightFighter.net forum 
00:16:00 : Gabe talks about his background with Taurus and other companies before joining Cobalt
00:27:00 : Discussion of Cobalt's new titanium suppressor collaboration with CGS Group
00:42:00 : Paul notes more companies offering fully ambidextrous AR-15 lower receivers 
00:53:00 : Paul is excited about Sons of Liberty Gun Works switching to "stoner cut" AR-10 receiver design
00:56:00 : Ike mentions Modlite's new compact weapon light head
01:00:00 : Gabe is impressed by innovations from his former employer Taurus, including a new customizable bolt-action rifle

The group covers a range of topics related to new products and trends seen at SHOT Show 2024, drawing from the hosts' and guests' deep experience in the firearms industry. Key themes include the rapid advancement of suppressor and weapon light technology, movement towards ambidextrous AR controls, and pushing for pro-2A political activism.

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