Talking SHOT with Joe Mantegna - 2014 SHOT Show

This video highlights Smith & Wesson's commitment to safety and quality in firearm manufacturing. It features employee Jon Hall, who emphasizes the pride and responsibility in producing safe firearms. The segment also showcases industry-wide safety initiatives, like the distribution of millions of gun locks and safety devices, reinforcing the importance of responsible gun ownership.

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 covers the 11th Annual NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic, a significant fundraising event for Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA) held during SHOT Show week. Industry leaders and attendees discuss the importance of supporting disabled veterans through outdoor activities and the strong commitment of the firearms industry to this cause. The event highlights camaraderie, networking, and the collective effort to improve veterans' lives.

This episode of GUNS and American Handgunner Magazines delves into the behind-the-scenes realities of the SHOT Show, highlighting its evolution from a small trade event to a massive global exhibition. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington discuss the show's primary function as a business-to-business platform for manufacturers, dealers, and media, contrasting it with consumer perceptions. They also address the challenges posed by the proliferation of digital media and content creators, emphasizing a shift back towards established media relationships and long-form content.

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 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 drill focuses on improving pistol accuracy by isolating trigger anticipation. By firing a single live round and immediately following with a dry fire, shooters can identify muzzle movement caused by flinching or anticipating recoil. Practicing this at distance, like 40 yards, provides clear feedback on trigger control and sight alignment.

Understanding Minute of Angle (MOA) is crucial for accurate long-range shooting. MOA is an angular measurement, approximately 1 inch at 100 yards, that increases linearly with distance. This concept simplifies scope adjustments for bullet drop and windage, allowing shooters to precisely compensate for gravity's effect on trajectory. Proper zeroing and understanding scope click values are key to achieving consistent accuracy.

Ryan Cleckner highlights stability as paramount for long-range shooting, recommending shooting bags for a consistent platform. He stresses focusing on the reticle for sight picture and maintaining steady trigger pressure through the shot with follow-through. Proper scope setup is crucial to avoid 'scope shadow' and ensure accurate point of impact.

Proper rifle scope mounting is crucial for accuracy and shooter comfort. This guide emphasizes fitting the scope to the individual shooter, ensuring a natural cheek weld and eye alignment. Key steps include secure ring installation, achieving correct eye relief, leveling the reticle, and focusing the ocular lens for a clear sight picture.