In this episode, we’re joined by Tracey Wilson and Sophie Belen from the CCFR to break down the massive Quebec City protest against the federal gun confiscation program.

With thousands of Canadians rallying in freezing rain outside the National Assembly, we discuss how the protest came together, why Quebec became the focal point of resistance, and what impact the rally is already having on municipalities and provincial leaders. Sophie shares her firsthand experience organizing the event and confronting hostile media coverage, while Tracey explains why political pressure from everyday Canadians is forcing officials to walk back their positions.

We also dive into:

• How the Quebec government is distancing itself from federal confiscation efforts
• Why municipalities are refusing to participate in the buyback
• The role of public pressure in changing political narratives
• Media bias, misinformation, and standing your ground
• What’s next for the movement across Canada

This is an inside look at one of the largest firearm rights protests in Canadian history—and why organizers believe Quebec could be where this policy finally collapses.

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This week, Tony hijacks the show and runs a mostly solo episode, starting with listener feedback before diving into gunsmithing projects, Canadian firearms news, upcoming events, and a huge batch of new gun gear and sales.

Listener Feedback

• Discussion on CZ and their stance on the confiscation program
• Semi-auto shotgun inertia systems and stock weights
• Philosophical debate: does buying guns fill the hole in your soul?
• PRS rifle weight limits and modular handguards
• Follow-up to Lawrence’s hunting rifle question: .308 vs 6.5 Creedmoor vs .30-06
• Ethical hunting distances and recoil comparisons
• Copper vs lead hunting projectiles

What We Did in Guns

• Troubleshooting a pistol optic that won’t hold zero
• Adapter plates, screw length, and threadlocker application
• Cleaning Loctite residue (spoiler: acetone didn’t help much)
• Installing a Magpul extended magazine release
• Torque specs (or lack thereof) and tool frustrations
• General cleaning and prep during “gunsmithing weekend”

Upcoming Events

• HGG Farm Training PAL courses (Sherwood Park)
• 3gun.ca match schedule
• Maple Seed events still pending — call your range board!

New

• Assault-Style Firearm Compensation Program issues for deployed CAF members
• Reports of PAL renewals being blocked without buyback declarations
• West Virginia proposing state-run machine gun sales
• YouTube pulling competition-related firearm content
• BC political comments blaming international students for shootings

Club & Match Talk

• Kyle remains club president (whether he likes it or not)
• Ideas for growing club membership and outreach
• Match performance struggles and classifier woes
• Trigger freeze and gear differences between platforms
• VR training space needs (10×10 minimum!)

New Gun Stuff

• Tactical Imports TR-4 revolver “rifle”
• Canuck/O’Dell Engineering expanding into .30-30 lever guns
• Turkish O/U shotgun deals with free ammo
• Mossberg shotgun and rifle sales
• Hi-Point Homesteader PCC availability
• Wheeler/Caldwell armorer tool kits
• Lead-free shotgun slugs
• Lever-action shotguns
• Bass Pro/Cabela’s deals
• Costco now selling rifle cases

Listener Emails

• Fixing last episode’s left-channel-only audio
• Mark from Manitoba shares how he stacked gift card promos and discounts to score a Stoeger Condor O/U at a massive savings — and how it’s holding up after 750+ rounds

Final Thoughts

A chaotic but packed episode covering:

• Gun politics
• Gear failures and fixes
• Match shooting realities
• Canadian market weirdness
• Listener wins
• And a whole lot of Turkish shotguns

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In Episode 642 of Slam Fire Radio, the crew is back with travel stories, winter woes, and a jam-packed show covering everything from antique firearms to modern gear and ammo deals.

Adriel shares updates from recent PAL and RPAL courses, range time with new shooters, and his latest firearm pickups including Turkish lever actions and several unusual and historic shotguns. The hosts break down what makes these old guns interesting (and sometimes sketchy), plus what’s involved in keeping them safe and usable.

Tony dives into reloading tips, including better ways to use Lee resizing lubricant, and answers questions about PAL renewals without retaking the course.

The team also covers upcoming matches and training events, plus a quick hit of Canadian firearms and political news.

In this episode:

• Rare and antique shotgun finds PAL & RPAL training updates
• Glock clone troubleshooting
• Reloading tips and case lube hacks
• CCFR “Raining Guns” fundraiser
• New shotgun models and gear
• Ammo and surplus rifle deals
• Binoculars, muzzle brakes, and magazine sales
• What listeners bought using the show’s sponsor links
• Listener emails: first hunting rifle advice & upgraded shotgun light review

Send your questions to slamfireradio@gmail.com Listen on your favorite podcast app Support Canadian firearms advocacy and training

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In this episode, the Slam Fire Radio crew catches up on a busy week in guns, gear, and politics.

Dustin kicks things off with a behind-the-scenes look at his recent work in film and television firearms training, including blank-fire sessions with actors, first-time shooters, and even a machine gun “maiden voyage” for the season. He also shares his experience meeting with his MP and the frustration of trying to get clear answers on firearms policy.

Kyle updates listeners on new gear arrivals, including a Real Avid barrel nut tool kit, MDT slingshot, and new Savior rifle bags that impress with their slim profile and storage capacity. He also discusses upcoming match prep and the growing pressure on gun owners in New Mexico as new semi-auto legislation advances.

Tony reports in from BC after visiting Italian Sporting Goods, picking up discounted parts and brass, and testing equipment at a recent Steel Challenge match. He also talks about optic mounting issues, reload experiments, and returning to competition shooting.

The hosts then run through upcoming training courses and matches across Canada before diving into the news. Topics include:

• Lockhart Tactical cancelling plans for a semi-auto MRA conversion
• Alberta’s CFO pushing back on the federal buyback program
• Government redactions released through Access to Information requests
• A data breach affecting millions of Canadian firearms license holders
• Evidence of Gen 6 Glocks appearing in Canadian crime scenes
• Ongoing U.S. legislative battles over semi-automatic rifle bans

The episode closes with discussion around the tragic mass shooting in northern BC, the failures in mental health intervention, and concerns over how future policy responses may unfold.

A wide-ranging episode covering training, equipment, competition, and the evolving political landscape for firearms owners in Canada and beyond.

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Recorded live on February 4, 2026, the “Ontario Crew” (Kelly and Dave) reunites with Adriel, Tony, and Dustin for a packed Episode 640. The team catches up on a long hiatus, sharing hunting success stories, technical gear headaches, and the evolving landscape of Canadian firearms advocacy.

What We Did in Guns

• Adriel’s Range Day: Convinced his wife to shoot for the first time in a decade; she favored the semi-auto .22.
• The Glock Headache: Adriel diagnosed reliability issues with an optics-ready slide, discovering he had used screws that were too long, interfering with the extractor.
• Dave’s First Deer: After seven years of hunting, Dave harvested his first deer (a spike horn) using a Lee-Enfield with iron sights.
• Tony’s DIY Grip: Experimented with 3M Safety Walk tape as a rubberized, less abrasive alternative to skateboard tape for handgun frames.
• Kelly’s “Core” Training: Assisted correctional officer recruits with pistol drills to help them qualify for their service requirements.

The News Desk

• RCMP Inventory Issues: Discussion on the Halifax RCMP losing service carbines for three months, only to find them at the wrong detachment.
• FRT Prohibitions: The Charles Daly N-Force G-III bullpup shotgun has been moved to the prohibited list as a “variant”.
• The “Buyback” Stall: The hosts analyze the latest federal confiscation numbers, noting that declarations seem to have plateaued around 20,000–25,000 firearms.
• Political Shifts: Discussion on the Conservative leadership review and the NDP’s shifting (and often confusing) stance on firearms policy.

Gear & Tech

• Vortex “Relay” & GeoBallistics: Tony breaks down the new Vortex ecosystem, including the ACE Ballistic Weather Meter and the integration of GeoBallistics software for long-range shooters.
• Stock Swap Woes: Dave warns about the different versions of the Magpul Hunter stock for the Ruger American, noting that the AICS version does not always play nice with Magpul’s own PMAGs in certain configurations.

Community & Advocacy

• She Shoots Update: Kelly announces that the “She Shoots” podcast is now an independent entity, no longer under the CUSF banner, and is launching its own YouTube channel.
• MP Outreach: Dustin shares his strategy for an upcoming meeting with his Member of Parliament to discuss the financial and social impact of recent firearms bans.

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The hosts—Adriel, Kyle, Dustin, and Tony—return from SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas to discuss the latest industry trends, their range day experiences, and the unfolding situation regarding the Canadian firearms “buyback” (confiscation) program.

SHOT Show 2026 Highlights

• Range Day Experience: The crew attended the Staccato Range Day, testing Staccato’s, full auto rifles and shotguns, and suppressed everything.
• Standout Gear & Firearms:
  • Suppressed M2 .50 Cal: Tony got to see a full-auto, suppressed, belt-fed M2.
  • Briley Shot Shell Caddies: Adriel showcased magnetic caddies designed for quad-loading.
  • Vortex Defender CCW: Tony discussed using the 6 MOA dot on an RMR footprint.
  • Savior Equipment: Kyle scored a new 3-liter/5-liter sling bag and discussed their Friday floor deals.
  • Core Essentials: A new competition belt system featuring a ratcheting inner belt and a V-mount style holster release was highlighted.
  • Applied Ballistics Quantum App: Discussion on new binoculars that communicate with teammate wrist pads and Kestrels to sync match data and mover timings.

Canadian Firearms News

• CCFR’s “It’s raining guns” Giveaway: The Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights is giving away 100 guns (valued at $90,000) to raise funds for legal and advocacy efforts.
• The “Buyback” Program: The federal government’s gun confiscation compensation program went live recently. The hosts noted that only 22,000 firearms have been declared so far out of an estimated 1 to 2 million prohibited items.
• Jurisdictional Resistance:
  • Participating: Currently, only Quebec, Winnipeg, and Halifax are actively partaking.
  • Refusals: Alberta and Saskatchewan are actively opposing the program, while various other provinces (Yukon, Manitoba, NWT, Newfoundland) and major police forces (OPP, Toronto Police) have stated they will not participate.
• Political Commentary: The hosts discuss that the program is politically motivated to secure votes in Quebec and may not change with a lead into a spring election.

Listener Questions & Gear Talk

• First Rifle Debate: A discussion on the TM-22 versus the classic Ruger 10/22 for new shooters.
• Derya 9mm: The hosts expressed interest in the new Derya 9mm bolt and pump-action firearms seen at the show.
• Holster Concerns: A brief debate on the safety and utility of speed/race holsters versus traditional locking holsters for competition.

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The team gears up for SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas!

This episode covers the hosts’ recent range trips, a DIY vintage rifle restoration, and a deep dive into the newest gun industry announcements leading up to the world’s largest shooting sports trade show.

What We Did in Guns

• Adriel’s Restoration: Adriel shares his progress on restoring two .22 rifles: an Eaton’s Ranger and a Mossberg 36C. He details using a PVC tube with rust remover to un-seize a frozen bolt and his plans for a boiled linseed oil finish on the stocks.
• Tony’s Match Struggles: Tony discusses recent issues with his ST-22 at a match, including slam fires and extraction failures. He also shares his experiences testing Sierra bullets and their seating depth.
• Kyle’s SHOT Prep: Kyle focuses on dry fire practice and technical preparation for Las Vegas, including a new Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 lens for better video coverage.

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Industry News & Canadian Updates

• RCMP License Oddities: Adriel discusses how the RCMP may be swapping out the old purple licenses for blue ones, even before they expire.
• Buyback Program Discrepancies: Tony highlights a “bait and switch” regarding the federal buyback pilot program in Cape Breton, where some participants reported receiving less compensation than expected for lower receivers.
• Distributor Changes: Odell Engineering (Canucks) has ended its 10-year partnership with Derya Arms.
• Expansion: Korth Group is reportedly expanding its distribution presence into Eastern Canada.

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SHOT Show 2026 Sneak Peek

The hosts discuss several new products they plan to investigate on the show floor:

• Ruger: The “New” 10/22 featuring a BX trigger, M-LOK slots, and a match bolt release.
• Palmetto State Armory (PSA): Updates on the Saber bolt gun, the modular shotgun, and the .50 cal project (which may be on hold due to ammo costs).
• Vortex: The high-end, compact Razor Gen III 1-10x LPVO (codename “Eleanor”) built for the British Royal Marines.
• Holosun: A new optic featuring built-in IR/Visible lasers and target-based brightness sensors.
• Weatherby: The new .25 RPM cartridge.

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In this episode, the hosts reflect on their achievements over the past year and lay out their ambitious plans for the future of the show and their personal hunting goals.

2025 Year in Review

The team looks back at a successful year marked by consistency and growth:

• Production Milestones: The show successfully maintained its weekly schedule, releasing 50-ish episodes in 2025.
• Audience Growth: The podcast saw a significant increase in downloads and overall reach.
• Matches: the hosts shot at many shooting competitions
• Hunting Success: The hosts celebrated a productive hunting season

Goals for 2026

The hosts outline several key objectives for the upcoming year:

• Expanded Content: Plans are in motion to increase video content production and improve the quality of their YouTube presence.
• New Hunting Frontiers: The team aims to explore new hunting territories and pursue different species, including a planned moose hunt.
• Community Engagement: A major focus for 2026 is to increase interaction with the audience through more live streams and listener-driven segments.
• Personal Development: Individual goals include refining long-range shooting skills and improving physical fitness for backcountry excursions.

The Vision Ahead

The episode concludes with a commitment to providing high-quality, authentic content for the Canadian firearms and hunting community, emphasizing the importance of setting clear, actionable goals.

Adriel’s 2025 targets:

• 50-ish podcasts
  • Actual 45-47?
• 500 students PAL/RPAL
  • Actual: 331 (plus a bunch I helped at)
• 10-ish Mapleseeds
  • Actual: 8
• 6-ish 3 gun matches
  • Actual: 5
• 20 YT videos
  • Actual: 56
• 10 articles if that
  • Actual: 45 (about 5 in draft)
• Vote in a federal election (DISAPPOINTED!)

Adriel’s 2026 targets:

• 45ish podcasts 
• 400 students PAL/RPAL
  • Strat: more PAL than RPAL, remote communities, trying to find a more local spot to teach
• 8-ish Mapleseeds
• 4-ish 3 gun matches (4 majors): including 1 in the US, BOA, Rimfire Madness, MP3G
• 50 YT videos
• 40 articles
• Mentor more new hunters (some AHEIA, some on my own)

Kyle’s 2025 goals:

• 6 majors
• Dry fire once per week
• Earn a spot on team USA for shotgun to go to world’s
• Make Class A with Pistol and PCC
• Do much better with content creation like at Shot Show

Kyle’s 2026 goals:

• Assemble a bunch of AR’s for Canadians
• Be the exclusive arms supplier for temporary Americans (Canadians)
• 6 majors
• Break through the 60% of division plateau
• Better with the content creation
  • 6 videos (1 for each major)
  • 4 gear reviews
  • Post 50 posts to Instagram

Dustin’s goals for 2025:

• 30 podcasts
• Make 4-6 videos for the ccfr
• Launch one of my YT projects (probably gonna be the political one)
• Distribute double the amount of flyers for the ccfr election push
• Shoot 5 – 3 gun matches
• Explore getting my PAL/RPAL instructor Certification
• Make sure at least 5 of our new MPs know my name after the election
• Shoot my AR15… in the bush legally? Stay tuned!
• Buy a Sig 320 FLUX legion
• Start an ammo business, move to america, freedom!

Dustin’s Goals for 2026:

• 40 Podcasts
• Do some work on shorter Slamfire video content
• Shame my MP 
• Shoot more 3 gun matches then last year
• Actually launch the first video that youtube project –  just start doing it dummy
• Make progress on my PAL instructor cert
• Set up business firearms storage at home
• Watch the Cons win this next election
• Shoot my AR!… legally
• Get a GSP for myself
• Make progress on the ammo business
• Hang with 3 slamfire hosts in person

Tony’s 2025 Goals:

• Vote in the federal election
• Shoot a deer in the face
• Shoot a PCC maybe?
• Buy a pistol
• Buy an AR15

Tony’s 2026 Goals:

• More Hunting – More Species?
• Pheasants
• Explore “Standard” Optics – 1911 Shooting
  • Not Break the NP29
• Little More 3Gun – Mighty Peace?
• Vote in an Election if Applicable
• SHOT SHOW!!
  • Feel a TRP
  • Touch the Sabre 11 PSA

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In this year-end episode of Slam Fire Radio, recorded on December 17, 2025, hosts Adriel, Kyle, Tony, and Dustin gather for a final 2025 recap and a look at the uncertain future of Canadian firearms legislation


The crew balances holiday cheer with technical talk, range reports, and a deep dive into international “gun ban” trends following recent events in Australia

Inside the Episode

• Guns in the Wild: The hosts share their recent experiences, from Adriel’s struggle with a finicky new Glock slide and a loud Savage 11 Scout to Tony’s hunt for Remington 597 magazines. Dustin also shares his ongoing battle with the CFO to certify a temporary storage space for a film production.
• The Main Topic – Speculation & Trends: Following a high-profile shooting in Australia, the team discusses the likelihood of even stricter bans overseas and how those might influence Canadian policy. They speculate on whether straight-pull rifles, pump shotguns, or magazine capacities for bolt-action rifles will be the next targets for domestic legislation.
• The “Buyback” Reality: The team reviews a story from a pilot program participant who received significantly less compensation than promised for his lower receivers, highlighting the frustrations and lack of transparency in the current government program.
• Gear & Tech: A look at Real Avid tools on sale at Bass Pro, the merits of stainless steel muzzleloaders for easy cleaning, and Dustin’s new obsession with the Mantis X10 Elite dry-fire system.

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Looking Ahead to 2026

The show wraps up with a round of heartfelt shout-outs to the listeners who have stuck by the community through a year of legal and political “punches”. The hosts look forward to seeing each other—and some of you—at SHOT Show in January.

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In this episode, the crew catches up on a busy week of gun builds, new jobs in the film industry, and competition results. They break down the latest firearms news, including the Firearms Advisory Panel report, and wrap up with a discussion on what they hope to find under the Christmas tree this year.

1. What We Did in Guns

• Kyle’s Shopping Spree: Kyle is in full “hoarder” mode, receiving shipments from Timney, an Aero upper, and a JP ultra-low mass bolt carrier. He also picked up Briley chokes and a belt, Sidio cases for mag storage, and found a military surplus Pelican case capable of holding 12 rifles.
• Tony’s Competition & Build: Tony placed 2nd overall at the BTSA Dynamic Shotgun Challenge using his Winchester SXP. He is currently struggling through a 10/22 build that is suffering from light strikes and slam fires. On a positive note, his CWD results for his deer came back negative.
• Dustin’s Work: Dustin officially started his new role, giving firearms presentations to production executives. He imported high-end airsoft gas guns from Japan and got to handle a “unicorn” prop gun from the movie Deep Rising: a Calico modified with a functional spinning barrel mechanism.
• Adriel’s Inventory Update: Adriel bought a Federation Firearms “Daria” over/under, a BCL MRX Bronco, and a Charles Daly tactical pump. He continues to teach sold-out PAL courses.

2. News & Current Events

• Firearms Advisory Panel: The re-established panel released a report recommending bans on all semi-automatic shotguns and rifles with detachable magazines, citing them as “bad” based on Liberal definitions.
• Municipal Victory: Charlottetown Council voted unanimously against participating in the federal firearms confiscation program.
• Hunting Controversy: TJ Schwanky (Outdoor Quest TV) faced backlash for taking a whitetail deer with a .223, sparking a conversation about caliber ethics and infighting within the community.
• Product Announcements:
  • PSA: Teased a lower kit for the Jackal bullpup.
  • Glock Gen 6: Announced with no MOS system, new barrel fitment (incompatible with previous gens), and a flat-faced trigger.
  • True North Arms: Releasing “D-grade” cast aluminum chassis for the SKS.

3. Main Topic: Christmas Wishlists

The hosts discuss their personal wishlists and give gift recommendations for gun owners.

• Dustin: A spring election, a Mare’s Leg lever action, or the Deep Rising Calico prop gun.
• Tony: A spring election, a TRP 1911, or an Atlas pistol.
• Kyle: A receiver set and more parts for his builds.
• Adriel: Continued demand for PAL courses.

Gift Guide for Shooters:

• Tools & Maintenance: Quality cleaning kits, squib rods, and gun oil/grease.
• Range Gear: Savior Equipment range bags, chamber flags, and bore lights.
• Ammo: A brick of .22LR (federal auto match recommended).
• Accessories: Shooting rests (e.g., Lead Sled), clay throwers, and extra magazines.

4. Listener Feedback

• Eddie: Provided tips on stacking ammo rebates and suggested a Timney trigger for Tony’s troubled 10/22 build.
• Aiden: Emailed regarding political strategy, suggesting support for the gun industry be framed as meeting NATO commitments and following the Swiss/Finnish models of civilian marksmanship.

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