A Farewell to Mike “Duke” Venturino

Kalash Bash Texas 2026 is announced by KLAYCO47 as the largest AK event globally, relocating to Texas for expanded facilities and a multi-day festival experience. The event will feature full-auto shooting, diverse AK variants, numerous vendors, and demonstrations, welcoming all AK enthusiasts regardless of experience. This move aims to leverage Texas's strong gun culture and freedoms for an unprecedented celebration of the AK platform.

This video from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner explores the unique, family-like atmosphere of the SHOT Show. It highlights the exceptional hospitality of smaller, family-owned firearms manufacturers who prioritize personal interactions with visitors, contrasting this with a more 'mercenary' approach seen in other trade shows. The content emphasizes the strong community connection within the firearms industry.

This YouTube video appears to be the first episode of a podcast titled "No Fudd Zone." While the primary content of the podcast itself is not described, the description includes a promotional link for StreamYard, a streaming platform, offering a discount for new users. The podcast title suggests a focus on firearms and potentially challenges traditional or outdated viewpoints within the gun community.

This video from GUNBROS discusses 'gun blasphemy' within the firearms community, defining it as opinions or actions considered sacrilegious. Key points include the assertion that calling the Ruger 10/22 a bad rifle is blasphemous, as it's considered the 'gold standard' and ideal starting point for .22 LR firearms. The hosts also suggest that not owning or liking the AR-15 platform is blasphemous, emphasizing its importance for every gun owner. While acknowledging the value of high-end rifles like Radian and Geissele AR-15s, the ultimate conclusion is that personal training is more critical than gear for performance.

TheYankeeMarshal expresses frustration and confusion regarding YouTube's removal of content from 'Top Gun Supply' for alleged community guideline violations. The speaker speculates the removal might be linked to displaying business contact information like a business card or website, highlighting a common challenge for firearms-related content creators on the platform.

GunCon 2026, organized by John Patton of The Gun Collective, is announced as a hybrid industry and consumer event. Unlike industry-only or open-to-all events, GunCon is ticketed and features entertainment panels with live Q&A for attendees. The event will take place in Niles, Ohio, offering a more accessible location for East Coast attendees. Tickets are limited and available for purchase.

This video compares buckshot and birdshot for home defense scenarios, highlighting their effectiveness and penetration characteristics. At close range, both are lethal, but birdshot offers a safer option due to reduced over-penetration risk through interior walls. The Remington 870 is featured as a suitable platform.

This video provides a detailed guide on how to field strip a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington of American Handgunner. It covers the essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly including bushing rotation and slide removal, and a reverse reassembly process. An alternative 'cheat' method is also demonstrated for quicker disassembly, along with tips on using bushing wrenches and a strong emphasis on firearm safety rules.

This video showcases a museum-quality, first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker revolver discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The firearm, manufactured in 1875, exhibits significant authentic patina and wear, including a thin muzzle from holster carry, indicating heavy historical use. Its discovery among homestead ruins highlights its deep burial and preservation.

This guide advocates for a '5-minute clean' approach to modern firearms, emphasizing that intensive cleaning is often unnecessary and can cause premature wear. It details a streamlined process focusing on essential areas like the barrel chamber and slide rails, using minimal solvent and oil. The video also warns against common mistakes like over-oiling magazines, promoting efficient maintenance for reliable function.