Videos tagged with Gun Cranks

This video from SHOT Show 2025 features Brent and Tom from Gun Cranks visiting the Silencer Central booth. Brent receives a demonstration on the simplified process of purchasing a suppressor. The episode encourages viewers to subscribe for future content or sign up for a weekly newsletter for updates.

This episode of "The Gun Cranks" discusses significant policy changes by Meta (Facebook and Instagram) regarding content moderation, specifically the end of third-party fact-checking and alterations to content policies. The hosts explore how these changes could impact discussions and content related to the Second Amendment and firearms on their platforms. They hint at future content from their team and encourage viewers to subscribe for updates and sign up for their newsletter.

This episode of The Gun Cranks tackles the recent surge of "SUV-sized" drone sightings, drawing parallels to the Chinese spy balloon incident. The hosts explore various conspiracy theories surrounding these unidentified flying objects and, crucially, offer practical advice on how to react if one is spotted in your airspace, emphasizing that shooting them down is not the recommended course of action. The discussion aims to provide humor, common sense, and actionable guidance to navigate the ongoing drone drama.

This episode of The Gun Cranks delves into the immediate aftermath and potential consequences of the 2024 election. The hosts discuss the anticipated impact on Second Amendment rights, existing gun laws, and the broader firearms industry. They also explore how the election's political shifts might influence the perspectives and purchasing decisions of gun owners nationwide. The conversation is described as lively and direct, aiming to provide a thorough breakdown of the election results and their implications for the gun-owning community and its future.

In episode 237 of "Gun Cranks," the hosts and their digital editor, Ashley McGee, review emergency preparedness gear in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. They cover essential items such as power banks, solar chargers, lighting solutions, and emergency water supplies. The video emphasizes the importance of being prepared for natural disasters, regardless of location. The description also promotes Roy Huntington's book "The Insider" and encourages viewers to subscribe to the Gun Cranks channel and newsletter for future updates.

This episode of Gun Cranks explores the controversial topic of warning shots in self-defense scenarios, examining both law enforcement and civilian perspectives. The discussion delves into the risks, legal implications, and practical considerations of firing a warning shot. Experts break down when, if ever, it might be an appropriate action, offering insights for responsible gun owners seeking to stay informed and enhance their safety knowledge.

This episode of Gun Cranks' "Show & Tell" features a diverse collection of firearms, including rifles and revolvers. Highlights include a miniature AR-15 and a modern interpretation of the Colt Python. Before showcasing the firearms, the hosts discuss achieving channel milestones, the importance of community engagement, and tease an upcoming project. The episode also promotes a book by Roy Huntington and encourages viewers to subscribe for future content or join their email newsletter.

This episode of Gun Cranks discusses the legal and ethical implications surrounding Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter case, exploring whether he was an "idiot," a "criminal," or both. The hosts offer their perspective on the situation, and viewers are encouraged to subscribe for future episodes and sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles newsletter. Past episodes are available via a provided link.

This episode of Gun Cranks (Ep. 232) tackles a range of topics including the recent bump stock decision, a tribute to the late Mike Venturino and Mark Hampton, and the introduction of the 'Angry Baboon Oracle.' The video also promises a patriotic 'Hold My Beer' segment for the 4th of July, humorously acknowledging potential technical difficulties and a look of panic on Ashley's face. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe for future episodes or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles newsletter.

This video delves into the long-standing theory that gun owners, particularly those with larger firearms or multiple guns, are compensating for perceived personal deficiencies. It highlights a scientific study conducted by sociologists from The University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas A&M University, and Florida State University, which aimed to empirically test the "psychosexual theory of gun ownership." The findings of this study, published in the American Journal of Men's Health, are presented, though the description leaves the reader to discover whether the results align with the popular assumption. The video also promotes subscribing to the Gun Cranks channel and its newsletter for future content.

This video, "Haters Gonna Hate: Firearm Export Restrictions | Ep. 228" from Gun Cranks, discusses the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) decision to extend a temporary ban on exporting firearms, ammunition, and related components to non-governmental entities in certain countries. The hosts analyze the immediate impacts and potential future consequences for the firearms industry, exploring what they describe as a "death-by-a-thousand-cuts" approach to firearm regulation. The episode includes segments like "News & Views," "Mailbag," and "Hold My Beer" Awards.

This episode of Gun Cranks dives into the reimagining of the classic Browning Hi-Power pistol, questioning whether modern innovations are brilliant or heresy. Host Tom McHale, alongside the Gun Cranks, explores changes and challenges the idea that timeless firearms should remain untouched. The episode also features a segment on dating Buck knives and the humorous "Hold My Beer" Awards.