New Gear & Oryx Hunting | Gun Talk LIVE

Published on November 10, 2022
Duration: 29:13

This episode of Gun Talk Live features a hands-on look at the new Smith & Wesson Equalizer 9mm pistol, highlighting its grip safety, magazine capacity options (10, 13, 15 rounds), and similarities to the Shield EZ platform. The discussion also touches on the Ruger Max-9 as a comparable optics-ready pistol. The hosts recount an Oryx hunt in West Texas, detailing the use of a Ruger SF semi-auto rifle in .308 Winchester and lessons learned from a missed shot, emphasizing the importance of proper shooting fundamentals and magnification use. New gear, including Silencer Central's Banished Backcountry suppressor and Born Primitive hunting apparel, is also showcased.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Equalizer is a new 9mm pistol with a grip safety, drawing tech from the Shield EZ platform and offering 10, 13, and 15-round magazines. It's compared to the Sig P365 Macro and Hellcat Pro. The show also covers Oryx hunting with a Ruger SF rifle and new gear like Silencer Central suppressors.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Internet Issues
  2. 00:33Live Stream Setup & Prize Announcement
  3. 01:08Ruger Prize Bag Details
  4. 03:34Call for FPD Participants
  5. 05:23Weekly Winner Announcement
  6. 06:02New Gear Showcase
  7. 06:16Smith & Wesson Equalizer First Look
  8. 07:03Equalizer Grip & Magazine Features
  9. 08:11Equalizer Grip Safety & Trigger
  10. 09:20Equalizer vs. P365 Macro & Hellcat Pro
  11. 10:46Shield Plus Comparison
  12. 11:11Gun Talk Media Hiring
  13. 11:54Timney Triggers HK MP5 Trigger
  14. 12:32Born Primitive Clothing Line
  15. 13:46Alps Outdoors Blind Bag
  16. 14:54Silencer Central Banished Backcountry
  17. 15:10Oryx Hunt Recap
  18. 15:27Ruger SF Rifle in .308
  19. 17:18Hunting Stance & ATN Optic Use
  20. 18:11Missed Shot Analysis
  21. 20:48Graham's Overwatch Shot
  22. 22:29Specialized Hunting Tires
  23. 23:28Guide Input & Hunting Lessons
  24. 24:01Sponsors: Timney, Kel-Tec
  25. 24:15Springfield Armory Prodigy
  26. 24:43Ruger Max-9 Discussion
  27. 25:21Sig Sauer E-Store & Merch
  28. 25:45Sierra Bullets & Outdoor Master Ammo
  29. 26:23Fall Black Giveaway
  30. 27:22Giveaway Prize Pack Details
  31. 27:48Upcoming Live Show
  32. 28:24Outro & Social Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the new Smith & Wesson Equalizer pistol?

The Smith & Wesson Equalizer is a 9mm pistol featuring a grip safety, similar to the Shield EZ platform. It comes with interchangeable magazines offering capacities of 10, 13, and 15 rounds, making it versatile for concealed carry or range use.

What rifle was used for the Oryx hunt, and what lessons were learned?

The Oryx hunt utilized a Ruger SF semi-auto rifle in .308 Winchester. A key lesson involved the importance of reducing optic magnification when shooting from unstable positions like sticks to minimize reticle wobble and ensure accuracy.

What new hunting gear was featured on Gun Talk Live?

New hunting gear highlighted included the Silencer Central Banished Backcountry suppressor, ideal for mobile hunting applications, and Born Primitive's line of solid-colored hunting apparel, which offers an alternative to traditional camouflage.

How does the Smith & Wesson Equalizer compare to other compact pistols?

The Smith & Wesson Equalizer is compared in size and capacity to popular models like the Sig Sauer P365 Macro and Springfield Hellcat Pro, positioning it as a competitor in the micro-compact pistol market.

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