This Week in Guns 12/11/23 - I got SWATted, New York Times Running Amok, & More

Published on December 12, 2023
Duration: 60:30

This episode of "This Week in Guns" covers a range of firearms-related topics, including a personal swatting incident, commentary on New York Times reporting, discussions on firearm safety rules and their interpretation, legal challenges to New York gun laws, and analysis of gun buyback programs. The hosts also touch upon the ACLU's involvement in a First Amendment case against New York officials and a shareholder lawsuit against Smith & Wesson regarding AR-15 sales.

Quick Summary

The 'This Week in Guns' podcast discusses the complexities of firearm safety rules, noting that while novices should strictly adhere to them, experienced shooters understand them as guidelines for risk mitigation. This nuanced approach allows for safe handling even when rules are intentionally bent, emphasizing awareness and control over absolute prohibition.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Intro & Winchester 1890
  2. 01:31Swatting Incident & Safety Rules
  3. 10:01Trigger Confidence Posting & Internet Backlash
  4. 15:15New Design Announcement
  5. 20:23Firearm Safety Education Discussion
  6. 23:42VZ Grips Sponsorship
  7. 24:58Gun Buybacks & NYT Reporting
  8. 36:19New York Gun Laws & Bruen Response
  9. 43:03ACLU & NRA Lawsuit
  10. 47:01Smith & Wesson Shareholder Lawsuit
  11. 51:51Math Corporation Sponsorship
  12. 52:42Assault Weapons Ban Blocked
  13. 57:49Patriot Patch Sponsorship
  14. 59:01Future Content & Personal Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is swatting and how did it affect the host of 'This Week in Guns'?

Swatting is a malicious act where a false emergency report is made to dispatch law enforcement to a specific address. The host of 'This Week in Guns' was a victim of swatting after a social media post about firearm safety was misinterpreted, leading to a police welfare check and personal harassment.

How are firearm safety rules interpreted by experienced shooters versus novices?

While novices are taught the four rules of firearm safety as strict guidelines, experienced shooters understand them as principles for risk mitigation. They can intentionally break a rule when necessary, provided they are aware of the associated risks and take steps to minimize them.

What legal challenges are being faced by New York's gun control measures?

New York's Concealed Carry Improvement Act has faced significant legal challenges. A federal appeals court recently struck down the 'vampire rule,' which broadly prohibited carrying firearms, though other restrictions within the act were upheld, indicating ongoing legal battles.

What is the significance of the ACLU representing the NRA in a lawsuit?

The ACLU is representing the NRA in a First Amendment case against New York officials who allegedly used their power to blacklist the NRA and its business partners. This collaboration highlights the ACLU's commitment to defending free speech and association, even for organizations they may politically disagree with.

How do gun buyback programs contribute to the secondary arms market?

Gun buyback programs, intended to remove firearms from circulation, often involve disposal services that destroy only certain parts of the guns while selling usable components and scrap metal. This practice, highlighted by services like Gunbusters, fuels a secondary market for firearm parts.

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