PRO GUN is live! Saturday July 5th 2025

Published on July 6, 2025
Duration: 88:00

This live stream covers recent legislative changes regarding firearm tax stamps, the acquisition of Anderson Manufacturing by Ruger, and various firearms and gear discussions. The speaker clarifies that while the $200 tax stamp for suppressors and short-barreled rifles has been eliminated, the ATF form process and waiting period remain. The discussion also touches on self-defense incidents, state-level gun rights, and the importance of continuous training, particularly dry-fire practice.

Quick Summary

The $200 tax stamp for suppressors and short-barreled rifles has been eliminated, but the ATF form process and waiting period remain. Ruger acquired Anderson Manufacturing, but the Anderson brand will be discontinued. The best self-defense caliber is what you shoot best, emphasizing accuracy and training.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Welcome
  2. 00:55Gun News and Announcements
  3. 02:19Hot Weather in Tennessee
  4. 03:22Product Review: Snap Point Snap Caps
  5. 04:41Big Beautiful Bill: Tax Stamp Clarification
  6. 06:16Ruger Acquires Anderson Manufacturing
  7. 07:45Church Shooting Incident and Self-Defense
  8. 09:20Fighting for Gun Rights: North Carolina Veto
  9. 10:11Colorado Semi-Automatic Firearm Permit Law
  10. 11:11Joining Gun Rights Organizations
  11. 12:04Optics Review: Zissi Optics
  12. 12:30Firearm Discussion: Ruger SR1911
  13. 13:01Firearm Discussion: Savage Stance XR
  14. 13:40Open Forum: Q&A Session Begins
  15. 14:39Community: Avoiding Gun Snobbery
  16. 17:07Carry Caliber Discussion
  17. 18:17YouTube Monetization: Shorts vs. Long Videos
  18. 21:26Ruger/Anderson Manufacturing Recap
  19. 22:08First Gun Recommendation: .22LR
  20. 22:38Taurus TX Discussion
  21. 23:03Kel-Tec Product Opinion
  22. 23:171911 Fanaticism
  23. 24:11Clarification: Big Beautiful Bill Impact
  24. 25:44.22 Ammo Reliability
  25. 27:03Kel-Tec Sub2000 Feed Ramp Issue
  26. 28:09Optics Review: Zissi Optics Recap
  27. 29:21Snap Caps Review: Snap Point
  28. 30:02Colt Commando Appreciation
  29. 30:1010mm Fanaticism: Glock 20, Colt Delta Elite
  30. 30:30Lever Action Rifle Desire
  31. 31:23Private Email for Questions
  32. 32:43Glock 30 Gen 5 vs Gen 3 Discussion
  33. 33:46Pierce Pinky Extension for Glock 30/29
  34. 35:55Glock Magazine Base Plate Removal Tool
  35. 37:25Favorite Firearms Discussion
  36. 38:18Glock vs. FN 10mm Comparison
  37. 38:53Glock Collection and Branching Out
  38. 39:20Suppressor Fascination Debate
  39. 40:08Glock 20 as Best 10mm
  40. 41:44Motorcycle Exhaust Wrap for Suppressors
  41. 43:19Shooting Hard Cast Bullets Through Suppressors
  42. 44:50Dry Fire Training Drills Development
  43. 45:07AR-15 Optic Recommendation: TrijiCons
  44. 46:09AR Collection: Smith & Wesson M&P5, Homemade ARs
  45. 46:43Anderson Lower Receivers and Ruger Acquisition
  46. 47:23Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AK Rifles
  47. 48:48American AKs vs. Bias
  48. 49:39CZ Group Acquires Colt
  49. 51:358.6 Ammo Discussion
  50. 52:05Springfield Ronin 10mm and KUNA
  51. 53:07Channel Growth and Firearm Purchases
  52. 53:36Massive Firearm Collection
  53. 55:03Gun Safe Needs and Brands
  54. 55:53Single Favorite Weapon Choice: 1911
  55. 57:13Caliber Choice: Personal Preference vs. Practicality
  56. 58:13Caliber Wars and Accuracy
  57. 59:07New Gun Safe Acquisition
  58. 01:00:05.45 Hollow Point Ammunition
  59. 01:00:43Giveaway Winners: Spotting Scope and Bipod
  60. 01:01:44Hollow Point Ammunition Effectiveness
  61. 01:02:36Stream Ending Time and Open Forum
  62. 01:03:32Call to Action: Watch, Comment, Share Videos
  63. 01:03:53Safe Recommendations: Superior Safes, Liberty Safe
  64. 01:07:06Gun Safe Configuration Preferences
  65. 01:08:08Handgun vs. Long Gun Preference
  66. 01:14:44Firearm Collection Growth and Safe Space
  67. 01:15:15Gun Wall vs. Safe
  68. 01:16:19Backyard Shooting and Heat
  69. 01:19:10Safe Configuration: Lego Set Analogy
  70. 01:22:03Shotguns in Collection: Mossberg 500, Panzer Arms AR12, Remington 870
  71. 01:25:04Long Gun Disinterest and Handgun Preference
  72. 01:29:56Two-Minute Warning and Stream End
  73. 01:34:38Tennessee Gun Laws: Open Carry, Stand Your Ground
  74. 01:36:32Politician Corruption and Gun Rights Advocacy
  75. 01:37:00Tennessee Gun Laws: Home Invasion Defense
  76. 01:37:40Tennessee Permitless Carry Pros and Cons
  77. 01:40:23Cluelessness of Firearm Opponents
  78. 01:40:39Importance of Continuous Training
  79. 01:41:42Dry Fire Training Importance and Resources
  80. 01:42:12Mantis X Dry Fire Training System
  81. 01:44:43Mantis X10 Elite Versatility
  82. 01:45:19Mantis X: Best Training Product
  83. 01:46:15Stream Extension and Growth Goals
  84. 01:53:07Interaction and Information Sharing
  85. 01:54:43GOA Event in Knoxville, TN
  86. 01:55:32Gun Oil Preference: Hoppe's
  87. 01:57:44Stream Conclusion and Holiday Wishes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of the tax stamp for suppressors and short-barreled rifles after the recent bill?

The $200 tax stamp for suppressors and short-barreled rifles has been eliminated. However, you still need to go through the ATF and fill out the necessary forms, including the waiting period. So, while the tax is gone, the process with the ATF remains.

What happened with Anderson Manufacturing and Ruger?

Ruger has acquired Anderson Manufacturing, including their assets and manufacturing facility. However, Ruger will not continue the Anderson Manufacturing brand of firearm products. This means you won't be able to buy Anderson lower receivers under that brand name anymore.

What is the best caliber for self-defense?

The best caliber for self-defense is the one you shoot best. While personal preferences exist, like 10mm or .45 ACP, accuracy and shot placement are paramount. 9mm often allows for more accurate follow-up shots, making it a practical choice for many.

What are the benefits of dry-fire training?

Dry-fire training is crucial for maintaining proficiency when live fire isn't feasible due to cost, ammo availability, or range access. It allows for consistent practice of fundamentals like trigger control and sight alignment, and the speaker practices it three days a week.

What are Tennessee's gun laws like?

Tennessee has very favorable gun laws, including permitless carry for handguns (open or concealed) and strong Stand Your Ground and Castle Doctrine protections. If someone breaks into your home, the law presumes intent to cause harm, and you are indemnified from civil lawsuits if you use lethal force.

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