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The popular "Gun Gripes" series from Iraqveteran8888 is now in podcast form! Listen in on your drive, while at the range or while you are working. As one of the longest-running 2A advocacy shows on the internet, Gun Gripes is also available on YouTube in video format. Eric began this series at Moss Pawn & Gun with our good friend Barry, a huge voice and wealth of knowledge in the 2A community who unfortunately passed away in 2014. Gun Gripes continues to this day with Eric's longtime friend and co-host Chad and other special guests. Currently in its ninth year with plenty more to gripe about.

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Gun Gripes #349: "After Tra...

02.03.2023

JOIN THE FIGHT: https://donate.gunowners.org/ga01/ After attending a couple sessions of the virtual training related to the Final Rule on Stabilizing Braces, things are still just about as clear as mud and we may never understand the rule at this point. ...

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02.03.2023 Gun Gripes #349: "After Training, Brace Rule Still Clear as Mud" JOIN THE FIGHT: https://donate.gunowners.org/ga01/ After attending a couple sessions of the virtual training related to the Final Rule on Stabilizing Braces, things are still just about as clear as mud and we may never understand the rule at this point. ...
02.02.2023 Gun Gripes #348: "Bumpstock Ban Overturned" with Michael Cargill JOIN THE FIGHT: https://donate.gunowners.org/ga01/ In this episode, Michael Cargill joins Eric to discuss the recent ruling by the 5th circuit regarding bumpstocks and what it means for the future of regulatory agencies and their abilities to make laws. SUPPORT US ...
01.26.2023 Gun Gripes #347: "No One Has a Clue About the Brace Rule" Well, here we go again. Since our last video, many more concerning details on the ATF Final Rule regarding Stabilizing Braces have come to light. These new details show that not even the ATF has a clue how their own ...
01.19.2023 Gun Gripes #346: "ATFs Final Rule on Pistol Braces" In this Gripe, we go through some of the details of the ATF Final Rule on Stabilizing Braces, what it means to the gun community at large, why it crosses regulatory and legal boundaries and why it will be fought ...
01.03.2023 Gun Gripes #345: "Are 7.5 Inch ARs Useless?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this video, we cover the topic of short, 7.5" ARs and their usefulness or worthlessness. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH ...
12.28.2022 Gun Gripes #344: "The HK Slap" FLATLINE FIBER: https://flatlinefiberco.com/ In this video, we discuss the HK slap. Should you do it? Should you not? Is it useful or does it just look cool? SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ...
12.20.2022 Gun Gripes #343: "Are PCCs Useless?" AMMO DEPOT: https://www.ammunitiondepot.com/ USE CODE " IV8888" FOR FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $150! Are Pistol Caliber Carbines over-glorified pea throwers? Or are they useful tools for Life & Liberty? Sound off in the comments section below. SUPPORT US BY ...
12.08.2022 Gun Gripes #342: "Dumb Range Rules" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this Gun Gripe, we discuss range rules that in most cases are meme-worthy, going down in the annals of fudd history. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA ...
12.01.2022 Gun Gripes #341: "Shotgun Wars: Pump vs Semi" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this podcast, we break down the difference between pump and semi-auto shotguns and lay the groundwork as to which is a better platform for delivering massive payloads of 12 gauge on target. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE ...
11.23.2022 Gun Gripes #340: "Oregon Ballot Measure 114" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenoptics.com In this video, we discuss the recent passing of Oregon Ballot Measure 114, what it means for gun owners in the state, and how this unconstitutional measure will be fought and overturned. ARTICLES OF NOTE: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2022/11/what-does-oregon-measure-114-require-of-gun-buyers-gun-owners.html https://www.opb.org/article/2022/11/11/oregon-gun-measure-114-passes-reactions/ ...
11.17.2022 Gun Gripes #339: "Ridin' the Slide" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this video, we discuss the "riding" of slides and charging handles, how the action can induce malfunctions, and the easy solution. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA ...
11.17.2022 Gun Gripes #339: :The HK Slap" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenoptics.com In this video, we discuss the HK slap and its popularity, why people do it, and why it is mostly wrong. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA ...
11.10.2022 Gun Gripes #338: "What the 2022 Election Means for Gun Owners" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenoptics.com In this video, we go over the still-up-in-the-air election results and discuss the potential ramifications for gun owners. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED ...
07.22.2022 Gun Gripes #337: "H.R. 1808 Assault Weapons Ban \| Can it Pass?" This bill bans almost all semi-automatic firearms including rifles, handguns, and shotguns. H.R. 1808 has passed committee and will be headed to the House floor for a vote soon. TAKE ACTION: https://www.gunowners.org/na07152022awb/ https://oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/messages/edit?promo_id=17525 SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: ...
06.28.2022 Gun Gripes #336: "Should You Buy a Gucci Gun?" FIREARMS LEGAL PROTECTION: https://firearmslegal.com/iraqveteran8888/ USE CODE "IV8888" FOR DISCOUNTED PRICING ON ALL PLANS! SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH GOLD – https://bit.ly/2SjvV0S BLADE HQ ...
06.23.2022 Gun Gripes #335: "Senate Republicans Cave on Gun Control \| VOTE TODAY!" CONTACT YOUR SENATORS IMMEDIATELY: https://www.gunowners.org/na06212022/ The gun control insanity continues, several turncoat Republicans voted along with Democrats to start debate on S.2938. A vote can be tallied as early as TODAY! Please support organizations like Gun Owners of America and ...
06.09.2022 Gun Gripes #334: "National Gun Registry Proven 100% Real" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu READ AND TAKE ACTION: https://www.gunowners.org/gunregistryreport/ Turns out that the ATF has been keeping an illegal registry for some time and has been adding more digitized sales records to a centralized and searchable database each day. SUPPORT US BY ...
06.04.2022 Gun Gripes #333: "More Gun Control Incoming! HR 7910" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu TAKE ACTION: https://oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/messages/edit?promo_id=17131 READ THE BILL: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/7910/text?r=1&s;=1#toc-H52ACDD7AF59146B49ADAD375ADC2B83D SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH GOLD – https://bit.ly/2SjvV0S BLADE HQ - http://shrsl.com/1b4du BROWNELLS - ...
05.19.2022 Gun Gripes #332: "So Many Parts" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH GOLD – https://bit.ly/2SjvV0S BLADE HQ - http://shrsl.com/1b4du BROWNELLS - https://goo.gl/tQLBHB COLE-TAC: https://www.cole-tac.com/ Save 10% with code ...
03.14.2022 Gun Gripes #331: "The Importance of Training" MEET THE PRESSERS: https://meetthepressers.com/ SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH GOLD – https://bit.ly/2SjvV0S BLADE HQ - http://shrsl.com/1b4du BROWNELLS - https://goo.gl/tQLBHB COLE-TAC: https://www.cole-tac.com/ Save 10% ...
03.01.2022 Gun Gripes #330: "Safe Queens" In this video, we discuss what a "safe queen" is perceived to be and what it should be. Be prepared for some hurt feelings in the comments section. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS ...
02.22.2022 Gun Gripes #329: "Travelling with Firearms" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu Matt with @Meet The Pressers joins Eric to discuss the confusing topic of traveling with firearms. There are many common myths that abound in the gun community that this video will clear up and keep you within the ...
01.31.2022 Gun Gripes #328: "Is 308 Dead?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this podcast, we pit the 308 Winchester against the 6.5 Creedmoor and go over several data points to show how the Swedes and others had it right many decades ago with small-bore, higher BC projectiles when it ...
01.24.2022 Gun Gripes #327: "Is The Golden Age of Milsurps Over?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this podcast, we discuss the current state of the military surplus market and reminisce on the days of old when Mosins were $89. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR ...
01.18.2022 Gun Gripes #326: "No, Your Gun Isn't Registered" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this podcast, we discuss the common misconception by new gun owners that they have to register their firearms upon purchase. This is not the case in a few select, draconian States, but generally, across the board, there ...
01.12.2022 Gun Gripes #325: "Is Gun Control Dead?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In the light of a massive influx of new gun owners over the past two years leading into 2022, many failed attempts at sweeping gun control legislation on the Federal level, and numerous lower and Supreme Court cases ...
01.03.2022 Gun Gripes #324: "Constitutional Carry in Georgia NOW! HB2" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu READ MORE AT GACARRY: https://www.georgiacarry.org/cms/current-bills/ CONTACT YOUR REPS: https://www.georgiacarry.org/cms/georgia-legislative-page/ In this podcast, we discuss HB2, a bill to enact Constitutional Carry in our home state of Georgia and what this could mean for gun owners and the 2A ...
12.27.2021 Gun Gripes #323: "The Gun Owner Mentality" FIREARMS LEGAL PROTECTION: https://firearmslegal.com/iraqveteran8888/ USE CODE "IV8888" FOR DISCOUNTED PRICING ON ALL PLANS! SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e BIRCH GOLD – https://bit.ly/2SjvV0S BLADE HQ ...
12.20.2021 Gun Gripes #322: "The Accessory Wars" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenopticsusa.com/ In this podcast, we try to dissect the reasoning behind not accessorizing a particular firearm properly for defensive tasks before purchasing more and more guns for the same task... SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR ...
12.13.2021 Gun Gripes #321: "Should You Use NFA Items for Self Defense?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this video, we discuss the pros and cons of using NFA items for home and self-defense. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR GUN DEPOT - https://goo.gl/S8j2uS AR500 ARMOR - https://goo.gl/oT7wgA BIG DADDY UNLIMITED - https://lddy.no/9r6e ...
12.08.2021 Gun Gripes #320: "Truck Guns" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b USE CODE "IV8888" TO SAVE 10% ON YOUR ORDER! In this video, we discuss "Truck Guns." What are they? How are they best used? What makes a good one? How do people screw the concept up? ...
11.22.2021 Gun Gripes #319: "What the Heck is a Fun Gun?" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b In this video, we answer the question: "What is a fun gun?" and why you need one, and why to not worry what other people think about it. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING THESE GREAT COMPANIES: AIR ...
11.15.2021 Gun Gripes #318: "Is The Ammo Crisis Getting Better?" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenopticsusa.com/ Recently we've started to see core caliber pricing start to trickle back down across the board, is this an indication that supply is getting ahead of demand? Will we see prices keep coming down for other calibers ...
11.12.2021 Gun Gripes #317: "The Senate Wants to SHUT DOWN Armslist and MORE! S2725" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu FIGHT BACK: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/s2725_online_markets_bill_2021 In this video. we discuss S2725, a bill that would allow online firearms marketplaces such as Armslist to be held liable for the actions of criminals. Same old song and dance. SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING ...
11.12.2021 Gun Gripes #316: "Make Bump Stocks NFA Items & ALLOW REGISTRATION??? HB 5427" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b READ THE BILL HERE: https://legiscan.com/US/text/HB5427/2021 FIGHT BACK: https://defendbumpstocks.com/ In this episode, we discuss HB5427, a bill to not only close the so-called "Bump Stock Loophole" but also allow their registration under the NFA, contradictory to the ...
10.25.2021 Gun Gripes #315: "SECURE Firearms Storage Act \| S2908" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenopticsusa.com/ CONTACT YOUR SENATOR: https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm GET IN THE FIGHT: https://www.gunowners.org/ https://www.firearmspolicy.org/ In this podcast, we discuss S2908, a bill designed to further hinder gun dealers by imposing extreme security measures to prevent theft as a measure to defer ...
10.18.2021 Gun Gripes #314: "MORE RED FLAG LAWS Hidden in Plain Sight! H.R. 1620" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu FIGHT BACK WITH GOA: https://www.gunowners.org/na10052021/ Shermichael from @Guns Out TV joins Eric to discuss the red flag pork now attached to the latest Violence Against Women Act (HR 1620) being debated in Congress as we speak. Please contact ...
10.11.2021 Gun Gripes #313: "Vetting Your Equipment" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b SUPPORT US BY PURCHASING A MAN CAN: https://iraqveteran8888.com/collections/man-can APPAREL & MORE ON BALLISTIC INK: https://ballisticink.com/ OUR AMAZON STORE: https://amzn.to/2H7Lq6Y SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/iv8888 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @iraqveteran8888_official, @chad_iv8888 & @mrsiraqveteran8888 FACEBOOK: @iraqveteran8888official PARLER: @iraqveteran8888 ...
10.04.2021 Gun Gripes #312: "Gun Community Hallway Monitors" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenopticsusa.com/ In this podcast, we discuss what it means to be a gun community hallway monitor and why these types should simply mind their own business and get a life. No one has time for all that drama. ...
09.27.2021 Gun Gripes #311: "How Much Ammo Is Enough?" FIREARMS LEGAL PROTECTION: https://firearmslegal.com/iraqveteran8888/ USE CODE "IV8888" FOR DISCOUNTED PRICING ON ALL PLANS! In this video, we ask the age-old question, "How much ammo is enough?" and hopefully answer it accordingly. SUPPORT US BY PURCHASING A MAN CAN: https://iraqveteran8888.com/collections/man-can APPAREL ...
09.20.2021 Gun Gripes #310: "Selective Enforcement \| Marijuana & The 2A" JOIN USCCA: http://usccapartners.com/IV8888 USE CODE "IV8888" TO SAVE ON ALL PLANS! READ MATT'S ARTICLE ON USCAA: https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/the-smoking-gun/ In this episode, Matt & Klint @Meet The Pressers join Eric to discuss the hot topic of marijuana laws and enforcement or lack ...
09.13.2021 Gun Gripes #309: "Gun Control from Ammo Manufacturers?" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b In this video, we discuss something that has been on Eric's mind lately regarding LE-marked ammunition that comes in at much better price points commonly being restricted for civilian purchase. What is the reason? SUPPORT US ...
09.06.2021 Gun Gripes #308: "Can We Repeal the NFA?" ARKEN OPTICS: https://www.arkenopticsusa.com/ In this podcast, we go over what the roadmap may look like to repealing parts of potentially all of the NFA and we talk about what paved the way for many of the gun laws on the ...
09.01.2021 Gun Gripes #307: "But Wait, There's More! HB 4992 & HB 4505" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu FIGHT BACK AT FPC: HB4992: https://oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/promo/3ab HB4505: https://oneclickpolitics.global.ssl.fastly.net/promo/3ZN In this video, we wanted to make you all abreast of two more concerning anti-gun bills, one seeking to restrict 18-20 year-olds from purchasing long guns, and another with tax ...
08.26.2021 Gun Gripes #306: "Biden's Russian Ammo Ban" RMA BODY ARMOR: http://www.rmadefense.com/?rfsn=5959978.ab3f4b In this video, we discuss the new sanctions against Russian firearm and ammunition imports, the initial ramification for gun owners and the industry as a whole, and why the sky isn't falling 100%. READ ABOUT IT: ...
08.23.2021 Gun Gripes #305: "HB 4953 \| Would Make ALL Semi-Autos NFA" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu FIGHT BACK AT FPC: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/oppose_the_nfa_expansion_bill_of_2021 In this video, we discuss more draconian legislation out of Congress, this time aiming to turn all magazine-fed semi-auto firearms into NFA items requiring registration and a $200 tax to own. SUPPORT US ...
08.20.2021 Gun Gripes #304: "Taliban Confiscate Civilian Firearms" FIREARMS LEGAL PROTECTION: https://firearmslegal.com/iraqveteran8888/ USE CODE "IV8888" FOR DISCOUNTED PRICING ON ALL PLANS! In this video, we discuss the recent news of the Taliban collecting firearms from civilians in Afghanistan after a very swift takeover. When arms are confiscated from ...
08.20.2021 Gun Gripes #303: "Is Florida Anti-Gun?" JOIN USCCA: http://usccapartners.com/IV8888 USE CODE "IV8888" TO SAVE ON ALL PLANS! In this video, Matt and Klint from @Meet The Pressers join Eric to pose the question "Is Florida an Anti-Gun State?" Current legislation and recent court rulings to uphold ...
08.03.2021 Gun Gripes #302: "Why Do You Need So Many Guns?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this video, we dive into the age-old question asked by spouses, 2A outsiders, and the anti-gun lobby pertaining to constitutionally protected tools. Buckle up, guys. SUPPORT US BY PURCHASING A MAN CAN: https://iraqveteran8888.com/collections/man-can APPAREL & MORE ON ...
07.26.2021 Gun Gripes #301: "Cuomo's New Executive Orders \| SAFE Act 2.0?" SDI: https://www.sdi.edu In this video, Matt, and Klint from Meet The Pressers (https://meetthepressers.com/) join Eric to discuss Cuomo's recent executive orders pertaining to firearms that basically equate to a revamped SAFE Act and more unconstitutional restrictions on New York gun ...

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