Firearm Trends, New Guns, Optics | Gun Talk Nation

Published on September 15, 2021
Duration: 48:13

This episode features Jason Klostner from Lipsey's discussing current firearms trends, including the resurgence of 10mm, the popularity of hunting firearms, and the red dot revolution in handguns. A significant portion focuses on the exclusive Ruger Custom Shop GT25 1911 pistol in 10mm, highlighting its features, shootability, and value as a versatile firearm for various applications from concealed carry to hunting and self-defense.

Quick Summary

Current firearms trends show increased availability of defensive firearms and ammunition, a booming hunting sector, and the dominance of red dot optics on handguns. The 10mm Auto caliber is experiencing a major resurgence due to its versatility for defense and hunting, highlighted by exclusive models like the Ruger Custom Shop GT25.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Lipsey's
  2. 00:13Gun Talk Nation Sponsors
  3. 01:18Biden Tactical T-Shirt Gag
  4. 02:10Why Shooting in the Leg is a Bad Idea
  5. 03:33Lipsey's Exclusive GT25 Gun
  6. 03:44Current Firearms Market Trends
  7. 04:25Hunting Guns Still in High Demand
  8. 05:04The Boom in Hunting Interest
  9. 06:08The Red Dot Revolution
  10. 06:52Smaller Guns, More Capacity
  11. 08:45Changing Expectations for Capacity
  12. 10:02Show Sponsors: ATN, Springfield Armory, Armscor
  13. 11:00Show Sponsors: Smith & Wesson
  14. 12:07Deep Dive: Ruger Custom Shop GT25
  15. 13:33Ruger Custom Shop Explained
  16. 14:36GT25: 1911 Commander Size Explained
  17. 15:5210mm Power in a Smaller Package
  18. 16:27GT25 Shootability & Features
  19. 17:55GT25 Case, Mags, and Carryability
  20. 19:061911s as Concealable Firearms
  21. 19:3010mm Versatility: Hunting & Defense
  22. 20:22The 10mm Craze Continues
  23. 21:08Backcountry Hunting & Field-to-Table Trend
  24. 21:3210mm: The Magnum of Semi-Automatics
  25. 23:15Show Sponsors: Safariland, Hodgdon, Lockdown
  26. 25:19Show Sponsors: Timney Triggers
  27. 25:21New Guns Emerging Post-Boom
  28. 26:08Smith & Wesson M&P 12 Bullpup Shotgun
  29. 28:36Teasing Product Launches & Market Research
  30. 29:14Glock Carbine Rumors & April Fool's Jokes
  31. 31:28Optics Trends: Red Dots & Magnified Scopes
  32. 32:31Traditional Scopes vs. High Magnification
  33. 33:53Golden Era of Firearms Gear
  34. 34:13Value of Custom Shop Firearms
  35. 36:15Customizing the GT25
  36. 36:23GT25 Sights: Novak & Tritium
  37. 39:14Other Fun Guns: Big Bore Revolvers
  38. 39:54Handgun Hunting Challenges
  39. 41:41Practicing in Hunting Environments
  40. 42:07Low Light Shooting Considerations
  41. 43:46Testing Night Sights & Lights
  42. 45:25The 'YouTube Expert' Phenomenon
  43. 46:06Conclusion & GT25 Recommendation
  44. 47:03Where to Find the GT25 & Ammo
  45. 47:52Biden Tactical T-Shirt Plug
  46. 48:03Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current trends in the firearms market?

The firearms market is seeing increased availability of core defensive items like 9mm pistols and AR-15s, alongside a continued boom in hunting firearms. The 'red dot revolution' is prominent, with optics cuts becoming standard on handguns, and there's a growing demand for smaller pistols with higher ammunition capacity.

What makes the Ruger Custom Shop GT25 a unique 10mm pistol?

The GT25 is a Commander-sized 1911 in 10mm, featuring custom shop enhancements like forged internals, specialized parts from Cylinder & Slide, and custom sights. It's designed for exceptional shootability, offering manageable recoil despite its powerful caliber, and is presented as a versatile firearm for defense and hunting.

Why is the 10mm Auto cartridge gaining popularity?

The 10mm Auto is popular due to its versatility, bridging the gap between self-defense and hunting calibers. It offers a wide range of ammunition loads, from moderate to magnum-level power, making it suitable for various applications including backcountry defense, hunting larger game, and general handgun use.

How have handgun expectations changed regarding capacity?

Handgun expectations have shifted significantly, with smaller, thinner pistols now expected to hold more rounds. The introduction of models like the SIG P365 has set a new standard where a 1-inch thick pistol holding 10-12 rounds in 9mm is becoming the norm for concealed carry.

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