Adriel and Tony kick things off with a weekend of grouse and deer hunting, including some surprisingly good grouse numbers and plenty of discussion about hunting with .22 rifles. The guys also look at a CBA Scout single-shot rifle, hunting setups, deer encounters, shot placement and the challenges of hunting through thick brush.

The conversation moves into upcoming three-gun and shooting matches, including events in Alberta, Calgary and Ontario, before getting into the news that Garmin has acquired Applied Ballistics.

There is also a gear discussion covering affordable rifle slings, hunting boots, insulation, breathability and what makes a good boot for hunting in cold Alberta weather. The guys also talk about primers and shotgun ammunition before answering listener questions.

The show wraps up with listener emails and YouTube comments, including discussion about pump-action firearms, pistol ergonomics, the Olympic handgun exemption process in Canada, upcoming events and a growing problem with firearms-related videos being removed from YouTube.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Slam Fire Radio Episode 672
03:00 Grouse hunting with .22 rifles
05:00 CBA Scout single-shot rifle discussion
10:00 Hunting gear, ammunition and shooting setup
15:10 Deer hunting and hunting strategy
20:00 Close encounters, shot discipline and missed opportunities
25:00 Deer hunting positions and dealing with adrenaline
30:00 Hunting through brush and some target shooting
35:10 Upcoming matches, three-gun and shooting events
38:00 Garmin buys Applied Ballistics
40:00 Hunting boots, breathability and cold-weather gear
43:20 Magnum primers, tungsten loads and shotgun ammunition
48:30 YouTube firearms videos being removed
50:00 Listener comments, firearms and hunting questions
53:10 Olympic handgun exemption process in Canada
55:00 More listener comments and upcoming events
57:00 Final thoughts and sign-off

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Slam Fire Radio Episode 671 is packed with new gun news, shooting sports discussion, competition updates, and plenty of Canadian firearms talk.

Tony talks about his recent three-gun match, including some lessons learned from close-range shooting and his experience with modern sporting-style firearms. We also get into magazines, hunting season, Appleseed, TACOM, new handgun designs, the latest SIG pistol, the Schmeisser PSR-9, and an interesting new 12-gauge accessory.

The conversation also covers the challenges facing Canadian shooting sports, declining match attendance, IPSC and mini-rifle, RPAL training, the handgun freeze, borrowing firearms for competition, ammunition costs, a Thompson 1928 parts kit, shotgun slugs, and questions from viewers and listeners.

Toward the end of the show, we discuss lead exposure on shooting ranges and some practical ways shooters can reduce their exposure, followed by YouTube comments, hunting news and some deals.

Chapters:

00:18 Welcome to Slam Fire Radio Episode 671
01:00 Three-Gun Match and Close-Range Shooting
03:59 Magazine Design and 9mm Magazines
08:00 Hunting Season and Getting Out Hunting
14:00 Appleseed, Patriots Day and Shooting Events
20:00 TACOM, New Guns and Industry News
26:00 USPSA, Maple Seed and Upcoming Matches
28:00 New SIG Pistol Discussion
36:00 Schmeisser PSR-9 and Canadian Firearms Availability
40:00 New 12-Gauge Accessory and Competition Guns
48:00 Why Are Shooting Sports Losing Participants?
52:00 RPAL Training, Handgun Restrictions and IPSC
60:00 Ammunition Prices and the Thompson 1928
64:00 Shotgun Slugs, Effective Range and Chokes
68:00 Listener Emails and Firearms Questions
72:00 YouTube Comments and Canadian Gun News
76:00 Lead Exposure and Shooting Range Safety
82:00 Deals, Gear and Final Thoughts

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YouTube is changing the rules for firearms content, and the latest policy changes could have a significant impact on gun channels, firearms reviews, sponsored content and the Canadian gun community.

In Episode 670 of Slam Fire Radio, Adriel takes a look at YouTube’s new restrictions around sponsored firearms and ammunition content and what they could mean for gun-focused creators. We also discuss recent three-gun matches, the latest semi-auto .22 options, the Canadian R9 situation, new firearms spotted at TACOM, more SPAS-12 clone discussion and more.

Adriel also goes through listener comments about the SPAS-12 clone, the SG-XII, duck hunting, grouse numbers and other recent firearms discussions.

In This Episode

00:00 Intro and Episode 670
00:25 Adriel’s three-gun double header
02:20 TM-22 Pro light strike problems
03:20 New Canadian C-22 and semi-auto .22 reliability
05:00 Upcoming three-gun and shooting matches
06:20 New firearms and the Calgary Shooting Centre range day
07:15 The Canadian R9 and RCMP classification discussion
09:40 YouTube’s new firearms sponsorship restrictions
11:00 How the new rules could affect gun channels and firearms reviews
12:30 The article behind the YouTube policy controversy
14:00 YouTube demonetization and firearms content
16:00 Listener comments and Section 230
17:20 Duck hunting and grouse numbers
19:30 SPAS-12 clone reliability and owner experiences
21:30 SPAS-12 clone availability, pricing and collector appeal
23:00 New firearms and TACOM discussion
24:30 Wrap-up and where to find Slam Fire Radio

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The crew is back for Episode 669 of Slam Fire Radio, covering everything from rainy IPSC matches and squib loads to new guns, optics, questionable firearms purchases, Canadian firearms laws, and, eventually, a very problematic SPAS-12-style shotgun.

The big story this week is the SPAS-12 we have at home in Canada. The guys take a close look at the shotgun, its folding mechanism, magazine spring and retainer, semi-auto operation, reliability problems, range testing and the surprisingly questionable build quality. Is it a legitimate SPAS-12 reproduction, a copy of a copy, or just another Turkish shotgun with some serious problems?

There is plenty more along the way, including sporting rifle matches, new shotgun purchases, optics and rangefinders, a suspicious van full of firearms, cheap Turkish shotguns, lever-action rifles, and a discussion about importing the Turkish SPAS-12.

Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome to Slam Fire Radio Episode 669
10:00 – Sporting rifle matches and shooting in the rain
20:00 – Squib loads, reloads and questionable ammunition
30:00 – New guns, Benelli shotguns and red dots
40:00 – Canadian firearms laws and a van full of guns
50:00 – Rangefinders, optics and cheap tactical shotguns
59:00 – The SPAS-12 arrives and the problems begin
1:09:00 – SPAS-12 magazine, spring and retainer problems
1:19:00 – Range testing, repairs and the warranty
1:29:00 – Is this actually a SPAS-12?
1:39:00 – Gun rooms, storage and the final stories

Slam Fire Radio is a Canadian firearms podcast covering guns, shooting sports, hunting, firearms news, gear, competition and the Canadian firearms community.

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Slam Fire Radio Episode 668 is here, and this week we get into a mix of new guns, shooting competitions, hunting, Canadian firearms news, and a surprisingly deep discussion about the basics of firearm storage and transportation.

Kyle gets some range time with the FRT AK, we troubleshoot the Genesis shotgun build, Tony talks about his latest shotgun match, and we discuss hunting with shotguns, slugs, red dots and optics. We also take a look at new firearms and ammunition, including the 7mm Backcountry, new tactical shotguns and some interesting upcoming products.

The biggest discussion of the episode is aimed at newer Canadian firearm owners: what do you actually need to do when transporting, storing and displaying firearms? We break down non-restricted versus restricted firearms, trigger locks, locked cases, ammunition storage, hunting in remote areas, and some of the common misconceptions about Canadian firearms laws.

We also get into listener questions covering suppressors in the United States, wildlife-defense shotguns, the Wildcat, .22 rifles and plenty more.

CHAPTERS

00:01:30 What We Did in Guns: PAL Testing, New Gear and Hunting Plans

00:05:24 Testing the FRT AK

00:09:19 The Genesis Shotgun Build and Troubleshooting

00:13:15 Shotgun Competition, Slugs and Hunting Setup

00:19:58 Nighthawk Custom and Tracking the History of Used Guns

00:25:02 Alberta Hunting News and the New License Plate

00:29:00 New Guns and Gear: 7mm Backcountry, Tactical Shotguns and More

00:38:49 Firearm Transport Basics: What Do You Actually Need to Do?

00:42:07 Firearms, Hunting and Storage in the Backcountry

00:53:08 Trigger Locks, Storage, Display and Canadian Firearm Rules

01:08:04 Listener Feedback: Suppressors, Wildlife Defense and More

01:17:39 Is the Mossberg Shockwave Actually a Good Choice?

01:23:08 New .22 Rifles and the Latest Gear

01:35:17 Pheasant Hunting, Shotgun Loads and Chokes

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Slam Fire Radio Episode 667 is here, and this week the crew gets into competition shooting, suppressors, FRTs, new guns, shotgun problems, hunting rifles, straight-pull rifles, and the eternal question: what actually makes a good coyote gun?

Kyle talks about a recent competition, including a classifier that had to be reshot after the targets were set incorrectly, a gun malfunction, and the ongoing debate over how competition classifications and scores should work.

We also get into the headaches of buying firearms and suppressors in the United States as a Canadian non-immigrant, including the state-level licensing issues that can come with a work visa.

Other topics include a new AK, FRTs, shotgun troubleshooting, .303 British handloading, Proof of Proficiency testing for Authorization to Carry, Mapleseed, ISSF pistol shooting, Hawk Optics, Savage rifles, upcoming matches, firearms transportation, straight-pull rifles, and the current Canadian firearms market.

And, naturally, we spend a considerable amount of time arguing about shotguns.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and What We Did in Guns
07:30 Suppressors and Non-Immigrant Firearms Ownership
20:30 PAL Courses, ATC Testing and Maple Seed
33:00 Hawk Optics and New Guns
53:00 Upcoming Matches and Shooting Events
01:05:00 New Firearms, Savage Rifles and Shotguns
01:28:00 Straight-Pull Rifles and Competition Guns
02:01:00 What’s the Best Coyote Gun?
02:13:00 Listener Feedback and Wrap-Up

Cope Guns discussed:

Amazing semis that are coming in/here in R form

• Mikasi
• Carmel
• Valmet

Questionable Turkish/Canadian semis

• Chimera
• AD–something
• Crusader Backlands hunter (no FRT)

Pumps/Manual

• Taipan
• Troy PAR
• Henry Supreme 

Bolties & straight pulls

• LPC
• Maverick/Renegade
• Ruger American Ranch / Patrol
• BCL Bison/other thing
• Mossberg MVP

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Slam Fire Radio reaches Episode 666, and apparently the Devil brought shotguns.

Dustin and Cowtown Tony are on their own for this episode, talking shooting competitions, new and interesting firearms, Canadian gun laws, upcoming matches, ammunition, and the eternal question: what is the best shotgun?

The second half of the show turns into a full-on shotgun debate. We look at short-barrel shotguns, pump actions, semi-autos, box-magazine-fed shotguns, capacity, reliability, functionality, competition use, and, of course, which shotguns are simply the most fun to shoot.

We also discuss the Mossberg 590, Turkish short-barrel shotguns, semi-auto shotguns, the Remington Versa Max, the infamous Striker-12, full-auto 12 gauges, and some of our personal favourite shotguns.

Plus, there’s listener feedback, upcoming shooting matches, firearms industry news, and a few things Canadian gun owners should know.

If you like Canadian firearms news, gun reviews, shooting competitions, shotguns, hunting, firearms legislation and general gun nerd nonsense, you’re in the right place.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and Episode 666
01:20 Shooting the Olympic-style 25m rapid fire stage
04:00 Shooting the GSG 1911 and range observations
06:00 Sherwood Park and shooting facilities
08:00 Firearms, shooting and listener mail
12:00 Reloading, brass and ammunition
17:00 Cool guns and the temptation to buy them
18:00 The Thompson 1928 and dream guns
22:00 Estate firearms and newly prohibited firearms
26:00 Behind the scenes and working on film projects
30:00 Sorting brass and finding forgotten ammunition
34:00 1911s, .45 ACP and ammunition
36:00 Upcoming matches and shooting events
38:00 Combat Shotgun Match at SPFGA
42:00 Firearms industry news
46:00 Canadian gun business support and government programs
50:00 Ammunition sales and firearms retailers
54:00 What is the best shotgun?
58:00 How do you actually judge a shotgun?
01:00:00 Short-barrel shotguns and defensive use
01:04:00 The Turkish short-barrel shotgun
01:08:00 Rating shotgun fun, functionality and capacity
01:12:00 The Mossberg 590 enters the debate
01:15:00 Smoothbores, chokes and shotgun capacity
01:18:00 Pump-action shotguns and the classic shotgun experience
01:20:00 Semi-auto shotguns and aftermarket upgrades
01:22:00 Semi-auto shotgun capacity in Canada
01:25:00 Why semi-auto shotguns are so versatile
01:28:00 The learning curve of semi-auto shotguns
01:30:00 Remington Versa Max and the most fun shotguns
01:31:00 The Striker-12 and other unusual shotguns
01:35:00 Full-auto 12 gauge shotguns
01:38:00 Picking the best shotgun
01:41:00 Listener feedback
01:44:00 Listener homework and favourite shotguns
01:45:00 Sponsors, Patreon and show shout-outs

What is your pick for the best shotgun? Let us know in the comments. Pump action, semi-auto, over-under, short barrel, competition gun or something completely ridiculous?

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Slam Fire Radio Episode 665 is all about competitive shooting, new gear, match results, and the latest news from the firearms world.

Dave kicks things off with his first full service rifle match, followed by a precision rifle match, a few plinking days, and an unfortunate reminder about why eye and ear protection matter. The crew also talks about the Garmin Xero chronograph, a new Slam Fire Radio light box, and some upcoming shooting events.

The main topic is the Sherwood Park team match. Adriel and Tony break down what makes team matches different from regular three-gun competitions, including stage planning, communication, dividing up targets, choosing equipment and dealing with the inevitable equipment problems. There is also plenty of discussion about rimfire rifles, pump-action rifles, magazine reliability and what makes a good competition gun.

Kyle joins the show to talk about his experience at Nationals, including a challenging multi-gun match, what went wrong, what went right, and the lessons he’s taking away for future competitions. He also talks about working the Rocky Mountain 3-Gun match and what it’s like being on the other side of the timer as a range officer.

In the news, the crew discusses the latest developments surrounding suppressors and the National Firearms Act in the United States, Staccato’s changing dealer relationships, and a surprisingly cheap Savage hunting rifle package. They also take a look at the new Garmin Xero C2 chronograph and whether it’s worth upgrading from the previous model.

Listener feedback covers shotgun parts, magazine issues, ammunition disposal, .300 Winchester Magnum, Olympic-style shooting and plenty of other firearms-related questions.

Plus, upcoming matches and training opportunities, listener shoutouts, Patreon updates and the usual assortment of firearms nerdery.

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The Slam Fire Radio crew is getting ready for the Sherwood Park Team 3-Gun Match, and that means checking gear, testing rifles, packing way too much equipment, and debating the “right” way to prepare for competition.

In this episode we discuss:

• Final preparations for the Sherwood Park Team Match
• Testing rifles, optics, and ammo before match day
• Tony’s new shotgun setup and gear modifications
• Dustin’s recent machine gun, movie firearm, and range adventures
• Upcoming 3-Gun, Mapleseed, and Steel Challenge events
• Changes in Alberta PAL/RPAL course administration
• The passing of firearms YouTuber Duelist1954
• Major U.S. NFA legal developments affecting suppressors
• CMP surplus M14 rifles coming to American shooters
• New firearms, ammunition, and gear hitting Canadian retailers
• Tips for preparing your firearms and equipment before a major competition

Whether you’re getting ready for your next match or just want to hear the latest firearms news from Canada and beyond, Episode 664 has plenty to cover.

Have your own match preparation routine? Let us know in the comments!

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In this episode of Slam Fire Radio, the crew catches up after a busy few weeks of camping, Mapleseed events, PAL courses, and preparing for the upcoming Sherwood Park Team Match.

Adriel shares his experiences teaching PAL courses, motorbike camping around Drumheller, testing the TM22 with disappointing accuracy, and planning for another packed shooting season. Tony and Adriel dive into new gear, including upgrades for competition shotguns, Vortex warranty replacements, trigger modifications, and getting ready for IPSC-style steel matches.

The hosts also discuss:

• How the Olympic handgun exemption process works in Canada (click here for in-depth guide)
• Upcoming three-gun, IPSC, Mapleseed, and HGG Firearm Training events
• Budget-friendly firearm deals, including Savage Axis rifles, Canuck lever-actions, Ruger Precision Rimfires, and more
• Team match planning and what competitors can expect
• Listener feedback, Discord discussions, and KelTec’s tiny new SUB2000

Whether you’re into competition shooting, hunting, firearms training, or keeping up with Canadian firearms news, there’s plenty to enjoy in Episode 663.

Topics Covered:

• Motorbike camping and range trips
• Mapleseed and PAL course updates
• Sherwood Park Team Match preparations
• TM22 accuracy testing
• Competition shotgun upgrades
• Vortex warranty experience
• Olympic handgun exemption explained
• Canadian firearms events
• New firearms and gear
• Listener feedback

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