Veteran Suicide Prevention — GMP # 169

This video provides highlights from Day 3 of SHOT Show 2026, emphasizing the critical role of in-person networking for business growth. It showcases the Archery Business & Hunting Pavilion, featuring archery equipment and hunting technology, and discusses the industry's involvement in suicide prevention initiatives. The coverage offers insights into manufacturer access and the synergistic relationship between shooting sports and archery.

This video features NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi in conversation with Dr. Matthew Miller, Executive Director of Suicide Prevention at the Veterans Administration (VA). They discuss the collaborative efforts between the firearm industry and the VA to address suicide, particularly among veterans and gun owners. The discussion highlights resources like the Veterans Crisis Line, including phone numbers (988, 838255, TTY: 800-799-4889) and chat options, emphasizing confidential, 24/7 support.

This video features a personal account of a life-altering event at age 21 involving a miscarriage and a subsequent mental health crisis. The speaker details a period of severe alcohol and drug abuse, culminating in a suicidal ideation moment where a shotgun was involved. The narrative highlights a profound turning point in the speaker's life.

This town hall emphasizes the critical role of connection and small gestures in suicide prevention, drawing on the experiences of a VA official. The speaker highlights that timely outreach can save lives and that organizational excellence in small details is fundamental to larger success in mental health initiatives.

This video features Ryan Price from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) discussing their partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) to address firearm-related suicide. The interview, conducted at SHOT Show TV, highlights the distribution of a suicide prevention toolkit for ranges, retailers, and instructors. The toolkit emphasizes responsible firearm ownership and strategies like firearm locking during crises. Links are provided for more information and to order the free toolkit.

Jonathan Wilson, a former Navy SEAL, shares profound combat experiences and discusses the critical issue of veteran suicide. He highlights the effectiveness of plant medicine and psychedelics in processing trauma and introduces INVI Mindhealth, an app designed to support veteran mental well-being through biometric tracking and community.

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.