SHOT Show 2013: Hanging Out With Gunny

This podcast episode discusses the SHOT Show, acknowledging its frustrations like setup and travel, but ultimately defending its relevance. The speakers highlight that crucial industry decisions are made, commerce is generated, and jobs are created at the event, making it valuable for both industry titans and content creators.

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 video debunks a rumor of a stabbing at the 2026 SHOT Show, clarifying the incident occurred outside a Starbucks near the venue. Experts from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner explain the details, emphasizing the importance of factual reporting over sensationalism. The discussion highlights the quick intervention of attendees using a tourniquet, likely saving the victim's life.

This video provides an expert-level overview of GUNBROS' strategic approach to navigating the massive SHOT Show. The speaker, demonstrating significant business acumen, details how the team is divided into specialized groups for industry relations, product scouting, and compliance/finance to maximize efficiency and business outcomes at the event.

This video provides a glimpse into the SHOT Show, highlighting its scale as the world's largest shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade show. It showcases the diverse attendees and energetic atmosphere, featuring various industry activities and product displays. The NSSF representative offers a positive outlook and teases the 2026 event in Las Vegas.

This video highlights the positive experiences of first-time exhibitors at the 2026 SHOT Show, emphasizing the unique networking opportunities and brand exposure. Companies like LiveWire, Elos Thermal, and Grayl found significant value in connecting with the firearms community and plan to return.

This video details the meticulous process of ammunition manufacturing at Hornady's facility in Grand Island, Nebraska. It covers the creation of bullets, starting with copper cups and lead cores, and the production of brass cartridge cases through annealing and hammering. The content also highlights Hornady's rigorous quality control testing on a 100-yard range and the final packaging stages, emphasizing their commitment to American-made quality.

The L1A1 SLR, a British variant of the FN FAL, was adopted by the UK military for its semi-automatic-only operation and inch-pattern components. It served through major conflicts like the Falklands War and was eventually replaced by the L85 bullpup. The rifle is known for its robust design and reliability, though original British-made examples are now rare.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

Vista Outdoor has acquired the iconic Remington Ammunition brand, aiming to revive its manufacturing operations in Lonoke, Arkansas. The acquisition follows Remington's 2020 bankruptcy, with Vista Outdoor integrating the brand alongside Federal, CCI, and Speer. The focus is on restoring quality, securing raw materials, and re-employing skilled workers to meet high market demand for popular lines like Core-Lokt and UMC.