CN Live | 100 Guns in Eight Hours - 2/8/17

Published on February 9, 2017
Duration: 10:12

Stephen "The Gun Writer" Koslowski details his ambitious goal of shooting 100 firearms in eight hours at Shot Show Media Day. He discusses the exhaustion, the logistics of navigating crowds, and highlights emerging industry trends like the popularity of 10mm Auto and extended barrel handguns. Koslowski also shares his experience with the KRISS Vector's unique full-auto shooting characteristics and the importance of adequate hearing protection.

Quick Summary

Stephen Koslowski attempted to shoot 100 firearms in eight hours at Shot Show Media Day 2017. He observed trends like the popularity of 10mm Auto and extended barrel handguns. A key takeaway was the necessity of adequate hearing protection, as basic earplugs were insufficient for the noise levels encountered.

Chapters

  1. 00:17Guest Introduction: Stephen Koslowski
  2. 00:53The Ambitious Goal: Shooting Every Firearm at Shot Show
  3. 01:43Shot Show Media Day: A Carnival for Guns
  4. 02:09Last to Shoot the KRISS Vector
  5. 02:17KRISS Vector Full Auto Experience
  6. 03:21Industry Trends: 10mm Auto and Barrel Lengths
  7. 04:55Negative Aspects: Hearing Protection
  8. 06:07Post-Event Recovery and Activities
  9. 07:08Underestimating the Scale of Shot Show
  10. 07:24The Process: Visiting Booths and Shooting Guns
  11. 07:56Taking Media Day for Granted
  12. 08:47The Mentality Behind the Challenge
  13. 09:32Concluding Remarks and Future Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Stephen Koslowski's ambitious goal at Shot Show 2017?

Stephen Koslowski set out with the ambitious goal of shooting 100 different firearms within an eight-hour period during Shot Show Media Day 2017, aiming to experience the latest industry offerings firsthand.

What industry trends did Stephen Koslowski observe at Shot Show 2017?

Koslowski noted a significant trend towards the 10mm Auto cartridge and a dual focus on extremely small sub-compact handguns alongside larger, full-size models with extended barrels, suggesting a shift away from traditional compact firearm sizes.

What was a key negative experience during the Shot Show shooting challenge?

A major negative aspect was the lack of adequate hearing protection. Relying on basic foam earplugs led to headaches, highlighting the importance of bringing personal, high-quality hearing protection, especially when shooting numerous firearms, including high-powered rifles.

How did the KRISS Vector perform in full-auto according to Stephen Koslowski?

Koslowski described the KRISS Vector's full-auto capability as surprisingly smooth for a short-barreled rifle, significantly reducing felt recoil and making the shooting experience less jarring than expected, though he noted this smoothness could also detract from the gun's inherent fun factor.

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