The Rise and Fall Of Anderson Manufacturing

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 SHOT Show recap from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner covers industry trends, including a surge in budget suppressors and the 'invasion' of Chinese optics. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington discuss the evolving firearms market, the continued popularity of revolvers and .22 LR rifles, and the importance of industry fellowship.

This video provides a look at the Knight's Armament booth during SHOT Show 2026. The discussion highlights their focus on refining 5.56 suppressors and plans to expand product availability to the civilian market. It offers insight into their development direction, emphasizing a continued commitment to performance and reliability. The video encourages attendees still at SHOT Show to visit the booth on the final day.

This video takes viewers to the Knight's Armament Company (KAC) booth at SHOT Show 2026. The focus of the visit is to see what KAC has been working on, following up on last year's KS line rifles. This year, the discussion highlights advancements in their 5.56 suppressors and strategic moves towards expanding product availability for the civilian market. The content offers a glimpse into KAC's future development, emphasizing their continued commitment to performance and reliability. The description encourages attendees still at SHOT Show to visit the KAC booth on the final day.

This montage from SHOT Show 2026 offers a rapid overview of the latest in custom firearms and tactical gear. It highlights high-end AR-15s, competition handguns from Taran Tactical Innovations, and custom 1911/2011 platforms. The video also showcases manufacturing technology, advanced training simulators, and specialized firearms like the MCR belt-fed upper receiver, providing a glimpse into industry trends and luxury firearm offerings.

This video covers Day 1 of SHOT Show 2026. It highlights visits with Sons of Liberty Gun Works to discuss their MK1 rifle, and Eberlestock to explore their new 2026 outdoor gear. The day concluded with a meet and greet hosted by Aimpoint. The content aims to set the tone for the week and express gratitude to supporters. Future updates from SHOT Show are anticipated.

This video demonstrates the installation of a Kynshot Hydraulic Buffer (RB5000) into an AR-15 platform. The presenter shows the disassembly process, highlighting the removal of the standard carbine buffer and recoil spring. The Kynshot buffer is then installed, and the firearm is reassembled and function-checked, emphasizing its role in reducing felt recoil and bolt bounce.

This review focuses on the Radian Raptor SD-SL, a gas-busting charging handle designed to mitigate gas blowback, especially when using suppressed fire on AR-15 platforms. The video demonstrates its installation and highlights its ambidextrous latches and ported shaft for gas redirection. It's presented as a high-quality aftermarket upgrade for improved shooting experience.

This video compares the audible difference between a standard AR-15 buffer spring and the Armaspec Stealth Recoil Spring (SRS). It highlights the 'twang' noise of traditional springs during charging handle operation and demonstrates how the SRS provides a significantly smoother and quieter experience. The installation process is shown to be simple, replacing the two-piece buffer and spring with a single, captured unit.

This video demonstrates the difference between a standard AR-15 buffer spring and an upgraded Sprinco Chrome Silicon spring. The Sprinco spring is shown to provide a smoother and quieter cycling action after installation. The comparison highlights the visual differences and the audible/tactile improvements in firearm operation.