Gun Cranks: SHOT Show 2023 Day 1 Wrap-up
The Gun Cranks take on SHOT Show 2023. Here's their Day 1 report.
Jan 23, 2023•33 min
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Episodes
Shooting Trends We Can't Stand | Episode 190
The shooting community is like any other and is not immune to annoying trends. Join the herd as Brent Wheat, Roy Huntington, Tom McHale, and Erick Gelhaus discuss the shooting trends they wish would be ejected from our ranges. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/. To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/ ....
Jan 11, 2023•23 min
What's REALLY Causing "The Ammo Shortage" To "Chicken Sniping" | Episode 16
The GunCranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington are back with in-depth insight on what's causing the ammo shortage, chatting up chicken sniping - yes, you read that right! - and keeping your gun clean.
Jan 09, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Triggered! We HATE TikTok | Episode 189
TikTok, Facebook, the YouTubes, and the Twitter Files. Social media has become a big part of this generation, but is it with nefarious intent? Listen along as Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Erick Gelhaus dive in. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/. To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/ ....
Jan 04, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 189
Cranky New Year's Resolutions For 2023 | Episode 188
Whether you're adding new habits or removing old ones, New Year's resolutions are part of our lives. Tune in to hear what Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Erick Gelhaus are changing next year. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/. To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/.
Dec 30, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 188
Sleigh Defense: Santa's Carry Gun | Episode 187
Rosie cheeks, a gelatinous belly and a Tec-9? Today, Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Roy Huntington discuss the best carry options for jolly Saint Nick and his little helpers. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/ . To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/.
Dec 30, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 187
The Most Important Mods For Fighting Guns | Episode 176
Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Roy Huntington are at it again. The Gun Cranks discuss another controversial topic. What is the most important modification for a fighting gun?
Dec 19, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 176
Then and Now: Our Concealed Carry Journey | Episode 186
What was your first carry gun? Tom McHale, Ashley McGee, and Nic Lenze discuss where they started, what they carry now, and how clueless husbands can be. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/ . To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/.
Dec 16, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 186
Holiday Wishlists: Gun Cranks Style | Episode 185
On this episode of Gun Cranks, Tom McHale, Ashley McGee, and Nic Lenze (aka the young crew) discuss their holiday wishlists. To subscribe to FMG Publications Newsletters, visit https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters/. To subscribe to GUNS Magazine and/or American Handgunner Magazine, visit https://fmgpubs.com/checkout/subscribe/.
Dec 12, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 185
Cop Stories... | Episode 10
You've asked for it, so here we go: Roy Huntington and Brent T. Wheat tell some PG-rated cop stories from their long law enforcement careers. Today's episode is moderated by Tom McHale and he certainly has his hands full - we're not sure exactly what is going to happen tonight but if the show-prep is any indication, there might be some warrants issued after the broadcast!
Dec 05, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Junk In The Trunk: Vehicle EDC And Boyfriend Warning Signs | Episode 184
Everyday carry can extend to your daily driver, and for the Cranks, it certainly does. Listen as Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Ashley McGee discuss their vehicle-based emergency equipment.
Nov 30, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 184
It Happened At SHOT Show: Tales From The Vegas Strip | Episode 183
With so many SHOT Show conventions in the books, the cranks had to share some of their favorite moments over the years. If you have young children, put them to bed. It's time for tales from the Vegas strip with the Gun Cranks.
Nov 28, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 183
Everyday Carry Gear | Episode 9
Join our resident gun cranks - Roy Huntington, Tom McHale and Brent T. Wheat - while they have a lively discussion about the gear they carry in their pockets every day. Learn more about the gear they carry at gunsmagazine.com & americanhandgunner.com
Nov 21, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Best Home Defense Weapons | Episode 8
The Gun Cranks are GUNS Magazine editor Brent Wheat, American Handgunner editor Tom McHale and Roy Huntington, Publisher. These three firearm aficionados will enlighten, entertain and pass on all their knowledge in weekly conversations about a variety of topics. In this first episode, they discuss the best weapon for home defense.
Nov 21, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Alternate Police Weapons That Work (And Some That Don't) | Episode 182
With many years of experience as cops, Brent Wheat, Roy Huntington, and Erick Gelhaus discuss alternate methods that they've seen (or heard about) work on bad guys.
Nov 17, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 182
Guns We Hate | Episode 181
Tag along with Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Erick Gelhaus as they discuss their most hated guns, effectively ending their careers... maybe.
Nov 09, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 181
Will Polymer Guns Become Future Classics? | Episode 180
Our three classic Cranks look ahead this week. Which modern firearms do Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Roy Huntington think will be considered classics in the next 20 years?
Nov 02, 2022•21 min
Our Biggest Hunting Mishaps: Lions, Bears, and Squirrels, Oh My! | Episode 179
Listen in as Brent Wheat, Roy Huntington, and Ashley McGee share their biggest hunting mishaps, plus a fun tidbit about our current president.
Oct 28, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Worst Guns Ever Made | Episode 7
Join our resident Gun Cranks - Roy Huntington, Tom McHale and Brent T. Wheat - as they chat about their own nominations for "Worse Gun Ever!"
Oct 17, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Top 5 Gun Myths! | Episode 6
The Gun Cranks talk about their favorite - or infamous - top five gun myths. Whether it's blasting bad guys through the saloon window or explaining why suppressors aren't something criminals use, the guys blow apart the myths that give good gun owners a bad name.
Oct 05, 2022•32 min
Red Dot Sights: Awesome Or Awful?| Episode 5
Our resident Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Roy Huntington discuss the pros and cons of red dot sights and if they're right for you.
Oct 05, 2022•43 min
Don't Get Kicked Off The Range! | Episode 4
What's charm school for shooters? Our resident Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington talk about how to be a good neighbor, and a few sure ways to get banned when you're at the firing range!
Oct 05, 2022•42 min
"I Support Guns" & Other Joe Biden Lies! |Episode 3
Resident Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington review and dismantle the biggest lies Joe Biden has told throughout his campaign, starting with "I support the 2nd Amendment".
Oct 05, 2022•47 min
New Gun Owner Tips | Episode 2
Lots of folks bought firearms in the last month....so what do you do now? Our resident Gun Cranks have a short chat about the easy and safe next steps to take in your journey as a new gun owner.
Oct 04, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Does Size Matter? | Episode 1
So, does size really matter? It depends on what you're talking about, but today, the Gun Cranks are taking on a controversial topic: should you be carrying a sub-compact, a compact or a full-sized handgun? There are many different schools of thought on the subject, and the boys will cover it all!
Oct 03, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Lessons From Indiana: Stopping Mass Killers | Episode 34
We can learn a lot from the actions of the heroic young man who stopped a bad guy with a gun at an Indiana mall. The Gun Cranks discuss these lessons and how they should affect your training.
Sep 30, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 34
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