Smith & Wesson Historian Mike Helms sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a fascinating discussion on a variety of topics, including: The origins of S&W;, how quickly the company began to thrive, historical guns, the impact of the Civil War and firearm sales, new products that are a nod to the history of the iconic brand and much more.  Check out the Smith & Wesson Model 1854 here: https://snp.link/ee0bfd75 For more information on Smith & Wesson’s history, visit: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ourstory This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by: Ruger, Aero Precision, Range Ready, SDS Imports, SecureIt and Ballistic Advantage. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.24.24

The History of Smith & Wesson | Gun Talk Nation

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In This Hour: -- Hodgdon, the major gun powder company in the U.S., buys RCBS, the leading maker of reloading equipment. Aaron Olger tells how that sale came about. -- The slate of reform candidates all were elected to the NRA Board of Directors. Jeff Knox explains what happens now, and guesses about the chances of saving the gun rights group. -- A rancher protects his newborn calves from coyotes with a bolt-action rifle in .223 Remington. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.05.24 Hour 1

Hodgdon Buys RCBS To Keep It In America; Reformists Sweep NRA Board Election; Rancher's Friend -- A Bolt-Action .223 Rifle: Gun Talk Radio | 05.05.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: --  Can a collection of gun parts be called a gun?  The Firearms Policy Coalition has pushed that case before the Supreme Court. Cody Wisnewski explains what's at stake for all gun owners. -- How can you run afoul of gun laws while trying to stay in compliance? It's easy, as Cam Edwards explains. --  Do Wall Street investors force companies to dump the parts that make and sell guns and ammunition? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.05.24  Hour 2

When Do Gun Parts Become A Gun?; Quirky Gun Laws Trips Up Another Good Guy; Wall Street Forces Sale Of Gun Companies: Gun Talk Radio | 05.05.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: -- Novelist Kurt Schlichter explains why he imagines mass terrorist attacks in the U.S. and why he built his newest book, "The Attack," around that frightening concept. -- Sam Parades of Gun Owners of America reveals details of that group's latest gun rights lawsuit headed to the Supreme Court. -- More power for personal protection handguns?  10mm versus 9mm versus specialty ammunition. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.05.24  Hour 3

Novelist Kurt Schlichter Imagines Mass Attacks In U.S.; Major Case Heads To Supreme Court; More Power In Defensive Handguns?: Gun Talk Radio | 05.05.24  Hour 3

In This Hour: --  The case for, or again, open carry. --  What advantages or liabilities come with using specialty ammo in your carry gun? --  Are gun prices falling?  Should you buy now? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.05.24 After Show

Open Carry Versus Concealed Carry: Specialty Ammo For Defensive Handguns; Where Are Gun Prices Going?: Gun Talk Radio | 05.05.24  After Show

Gun Talk’s own Tom Gresham - of Gun Talk Radio - sits down with host Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In a wide-ranging discussion, two generations cover the humble origins of Gun Talk Media, the growth of Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios, the importance of mindset, why quality film equipment matters and so much more. Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk Radio is currently in its 29th season. Learn more: https://www.guntalk.com/gun-talk-radio This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by SDS Imports, SecureIt, Ruger, Range Ready, Stag Arms and Aero Precision. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.02.24        

The History of Smith & Wesson | Gun Talk Nation

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