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Episode 106 – Collectible Firearms

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This episode is and interview with Rick Breneman of the Power Factor Show. One of his specialties is collecting firearms. I have not done a show on collecting firearms because I don’t know much about it, so I took this advantage of an expert’s opinion and want to share it with you. We talk about how to acquire collectible firearms, what type Rick collects and what he shoots! The Power Factor Show is also part of the Gun Rights Radio Network and our first video podcast. Enjoy this interview on collecting firearms. Warning, this show could cause a firearms collection addiction.

Bob Mayne

HandgunWorld Show

Episode 105 – Rental Gun Reviews and Back Up Gun Match.

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More discussion on rental guns. After going to the range with James Kimmerle, I did an interview with him. We discussed our thoughts about a Glock .357Sig, FN 9mm and Beretta PX4 sub compact 9mm. At the beginning of the show I cover some information on a recent back up gun match I shot with my P380. We also discussed James’ new High Noon Public Secret left handed holster for his PX4. We also spent some time discussing the Tucson shooting and why the anti gunners and media have it all wrong. I also make an announcement about a new fund raising effort for the 2nd Amendment foundation. Please join me on the GRRN Forum by clicking the forum link at the top of the page and don’t forget about my YouTube Channel.

Episode 99 – Interview with Jon Hodoway

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Jon Hodoway is my guest on this show. He agreed to be interviewed due to some challenges I had with some of his comments and quotes of me a few weeks ago. We had a very good civil discussion on concealed carry, caliber, choice of gun, training, stopping power and why he doesn’t like the .380acp! So download and listen as soon as you can. I found this to be very informative and while we don’t see eye to eye on everything, that’s a good thing. Jon does a good job of backing up his arguments and he makes some very convincing points. I like the fact that he used evidence that he’s found and not just pie in the sky theories. We also discussed some expensive 1911’s and a couple of revolvers.

Thanks for listening,

Bob Mayne

Handgun World Show

Episode 98 – Real World Gun Part 2

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Before and after analysis of the Real World Gun Match that’s more defensive oriented than most competition matches in my opinion. I realize it’s still a game, but I shot my carry gun and used my carry gear/holster, etc. This is a relatively short show but I think you’ll enjoy the analysis and shooting results. I also got a chance to shoot a Wilson Combat CQB 1911, so tune in for a quick review on that gun. This Friday I’ll post my recent interview with Jon Hodoway. Remember to join the GRRN forum if you’re not already and check out my Facebook Page, YouTube Videos and Shooters Legion page.

Also, if you haven’t ordered my CD or digital download yet, let me encourage you to do so. You’ll support my show but more importantly, Steve Zopfi and I share some very nice shooting skills advice from Brian Enos’ book. Most people are asking for an .mp3 digital download so reserve your copy today. Just click the buy now button at www.handgunworld.com.

Episode 97 – Real World Gun

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Most of this show is listener feedback but I also give a summary of The Real World Gun match I’ll be shooting this Thanksgiving weekend.  So stay tuned next week for the results of what happened. However, I do explain the differences between Real World Gun and IDPA. I also answer listener’s questions about holsters, throwing yogurt at vehicles, arm extension, carrying a Kahr, carrying a Taurus, tuckable holsters, practice techniques and more. Please remember to join me at the Gun Rights Radio Network Forum, YouTube, Facebook and Shooters Legion. Be thankful you live in an area where you can own and carry a gun to defend yourself (if you do) this Thanksgiving Holiday and have a great weekend!

Episode 90 – Interview with Eric Shelton of Handgun Podcast

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Eric Shelton from the Handgun Podcast joins me this week to discuss our podcasts, how they came about, why we do this and how we are similar, yet different in a few ways. We discuss ideas about concealed carry guns, holster, sights, lights on guns, revolvers, sights, trigger pulls and more. We agree on some things and differ on others but I have to let you know that Eric’s show has certainly been an inspiration to me and one of the influences that made me start this podcast. Eric and I also discuss why we like to carry a Glock 19 and how I started shooting 1911’s in IDPA. For those of you that don’t know, Eric’s show is also part of the Gun Rights Radio Network. Last Friday I was on his podcast, so you may want to listen to that first, because this is sort of a “Part 2” of that episode. Both interviews were recorded at the same time.

Thanks for listening,

Bob Mayne

HandgunWorld Show

Episode 87 – Revolvers

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Revolvers are a good choice for a self defense handgun. They are not my first choice, but at the request of a listener, I did this show on my experience shooting 2 particular revolvers. James Kimmerle and I went to a range, rented 2 .357 magnum revolvers and we give you our straight talk review on them.

Highlights:

  • Simplicity of the revolver, good or bad?
  • Firing a revolver from a pocket.
  • Capacity of a self defense revolver.
  • Reliability pros and cons.
  • Revolver myth busting.
  • Is 5-6 round capacity enough?
  • Every time you pull the trigger?
  • Cost vs. features.

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Episode 80- First time Glock shooter vs. first time Beretta shooter.

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What happens when someone shoots a Glock for the first time and when someone shoots a Beretta for the first time? Tune in to find out. James and I went to a Fort Worth shooting range. There’s a lot of talk about the grip angle of a Glock and the DA/SA trigger of a Beretta being difficult to shoot. We tried our best to do some myth busting. It’s not a scientific test, but at least an attempt to show what first time shooters of each gun can experience. James shot my Glock 19 and I shot his Beretta PX4 subcompact.

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Episode 76 – IDPA Back Up Gun Match, Gun Show Goodies, Real Gunfight Story

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Interview after a recent IDPA Back Up Gun Match, with my shooting buddy James K, it was the first time I have every shot a BUG match. Lots of fun, in segment one we talk about it. Then went to a Gun Show in Friso on Saturday and saw some interesting pistols. Also, ever heard of Lance Thomas? Watch the video and tune into the podcast for more on his self defense with a gun.

Highlights:

  • Kahr P380, Sig P238 at Back up gun match.
  • Crappy reliability of Sig P238.
  • Shooting Pit Bulls.
  • James’ favorite stage.
  • Frisco (Fort Worth) Gun Show.
  • Marlin 336.
  • Freedom Raffle.
  • Listener questions.
  • Carrying a gun into a restroom.
  • How often should you change magazine springs?
  • SAF Challenges CCW Permit Review Board in Maryland.
  • Accidental Discharge at IDPA match.

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Episode 75- Finnish Mosin Nagants, Glock 34 Review, Court of Public Opinion

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More military surplus rifle info and a review of my Glock 34. In segment one, a listener from Finland weighs in via email with more information about Finnish Mosin Nagants. In addition to that, I review my Glock 34 9mm. Then in segments 2 and 3 I’ll talk about the court of public opinion and why we have a lot of work to do to win over some people in the general public who are simply ignorant about gun owners.

Highlights:

  • Finnish Mosin Nagant history and technical details.
  • Swedish Mausers.
  • Ammo quality and it’s effect on accuracy.
  • Once gun friendly Finland, now turned anti-gun.
  • Glock 34 review, IDPA related and self defense related.
  • Why I’ve retired my Glock 34 for a few months.
  • Smith and Wesson M&P Pro Series Pistol.
  • Performance Center Trigger Jobs.

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