Episode 647 – Mystery Mountain 3-Gun & The Last Week of the Confiscation Declaration

Episode Summary

This week, the crew covers the trip to Arizona for the massive Mystery Mountain 3-Gun match, including travel logistics, gear setups, and how Canadian shooters stack up against top U.S. competitors. Back home, the team discusses reloading projects, range time, and the latest developments in Canada’s ongoing firearm confiscation efforts—plus a major update as the Supreme Court agrees to hear the challenge.

What We Did in Guns

  • Reloading projects and experimenting with .303 and alternative bullet options
  • Precision rifle builds and gear upgrades
  • Studio and filming setup improvements for YouTube content
  • Range days, club involvement, and new shooter outreach
  • Toronto Sportsman Show recap and community engagement

Mystery Mountain 3-Gun Match Recap

  • First-time experience traveling to the U.S. with firearms
  • Border crossing tips (Form 6, ATT, documentation)
  • Match scale: ~360+ competitors
  • Stage design: technical, movement-heavy, execution-focused
  • Extreme heat (40°C) and its impact on performance
  • Gear breakdown:
    • Handgun, shotgun, and rifle setups
    • Magazine capacity differences vs Canada
    • Lessons learned on belt setup and equipment
  • Match performance:
    • Adriel places 3rd in Limited Division
    • Close margins and key mistakes that made the difference
  • Total trip cost breakdown (~$2700 CAD all-in)
  • What to improve for next year

Gear & Builds

  • Savage Model 12 FV precision rifle pickup
  • Rimfire accessories and loaders (Speed Beez vs others)
  • AR builds and tuning challenges (gas systems, reliability issues)
  • Shotgun upgrades and high-capacity magazine discussion
  • The never-ending pursuit of “perfect” competition gear

Lessons Learned

  • Importance of stage planning vs “gaming”
  • Why reliability beats optimization
  • Heat, hydration, and gear prep matter more than you think
  • Don’t cheap out on prep—or overcomplicate your setup

Canadian Firearms News

  • Final phase of the firearm confiscation declaration approaching
  • Community concerns and uncertainty
  • Supreme Court agrees to hear the challenge
    • Potential implications for OIC use
    • Possible timelines (18–24 months)
    • What it could mean for gun owners

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