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Be Prepared! Water for the Next Emergency
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There's one thing more essential to survival than food, and that's water. After all, it makes up about 50% to 70% of your body weight. This week, the Gun Cranks continue their series on emergency preparedness. How much water should you store per person in your household? Where else can you find potable water if you're really in need? What filtration/purification gear do the Cranks keep in their...
Be Prepared! Food For the Next Emergency
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The Cranks are back! This time, for a multi-part series on emergency preparedness. Let's kick things off by talking about food. How much land does one person need to produce enough food to survive year-round? Is canning food underrated? How much backstock should the average person keep in case of emergency? We dive into these questions and more. Hit the subscribe button to get notified when par...
Should You Customize Your CCW?
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How custom should your carry gun be? This week, the Cranks tackle yet another controversial topic - this time, at the suggestion of Roy Huntington. Where do you fall on the spectrum: factory gun, fully custom or somewhere in between? Let us know in the comments. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane season is here, and the time to prepare is NOW. Create you...
Alarm in Albuquerque
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What the heck is happening in Albuquerque? The Governor of New Mexico just outlawed carrying guns despite the U.S. and State Constitution, along with countless instances of case law. Has she lost her mind, or is this the precursor of things to come? The Gun Cranks dissect the end game of this unbelievable move. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane season i...
Will A Laser Get You Killed?
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Our resident Gun Cranks - Roy Huntington, Tom McHale, and Brent T. Wheat - take on one of the most contentious self-defense topics: Are laser sights a good or bad thing? Hear what the guys have to say about these high-tech shooting tools that, depending on who you ask, are the best things since sliced bread or a quick way to end up in a pine box! EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presen...
The Cranks Burn Climate Change
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Everybody is talking about climate change. Everybody's got an opinion, and some folks even believe it's the beginning of the end of civilization as we know it. As usual, the Gun Cranks have unique insights on the topic and ask some pointed questions that need to be discussed. Don't miss this sure-to-aggravate episode as The Cranks cuss and discuss whether climate change will get us all in the e...
We've Got Mail!
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The Gun Cranks are back this week to respond to comments and answer real questions from real readers/listeners. All topics are on the table. Want to add your two cents? Leave us a comment or email guncranks@fmghq.com. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane season is here, and the time to prepare is NOW. The Patriot Power Sidekick mini generator can help you ...
The M1 Carbine: Still A Thing!
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The M1 carbine is arguably one of the most iconic firearms in U.S. history. With over six million made during World War II, the M1 remains popular today. Light, easy to handle, and low-recoil. What’s not to love? The Gun Cranks explore the pros, and maybe cons, of this little rifle. Love it or hate it? Let us know! EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane seas...
What To Do With Your Guns When You Die
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In the words of Benjamin Franklin, "Nothing is certain except death and taxes." And while no one really wants to dwell on their own mortality, it's important to have a plan for what to do with your guns when you inevitably meet your demise. In this must-watch episode for all gun owners, the Gun Cranks share tips on making a plan for your firearms, including downsizing, documentation, and potent...
MotoSchützen: Motorcycles and Shooting
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What do motorcycles have to do with shooting? Plenty, if you take part in Motoschützen - an invitation-only shooting industry event. This year, non-biker GUNS Editor Brent T. Wheat joined the group for a sidecar ride. In this episode of the 'Cranks, he reports back about the guns, the gear and what it's like to cling like a Zebra mussel to a hurtling death-bike! EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks P...
Stupid Potato Launcher Stunts
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Potato Guns! The mere mention brings shudders of fear to the unwashed masses. But fear not, the Gun Cranks demystify the secrets, challenges and those ne'er-do-wells who populate the potato gun crowd. Did you know potato guns are illegal in some states?! Yikes! Tune in … and wear your seat belt! Warning: We don’t recommend anyone try anything we talk about in this video. We’re “experts,” so got...
Machine Guns: Fun or Fearsome?
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The Gun Cranks share their varying experiences from the full-auto machine gun world. They are legal - sort of … assuming you’re okay with spending tens of thousands of dollars and a lifetime’s worth of government regulation. We answer the big questions … What’s the best full-auto fun gun? Will these outrageously expensive pieces of hardware become worthless with some bureaucrat’s stroke of the ...
Introducing The "Hold My Beer" Awards
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We've all heard them uttered. Those famous last words right before someone does something dumb or dangerous, or in most cases, both ... "Hold my beer!" This week, the Gun Cranks scoured the internet (and yes, got paid to do so) in order to bring you the first-ever "Hold My Beer" Awards. Do you agree with who won? Share the link for your nominations in the comments or email us at guncrank@fmghq....
VR Simulations: Useful … Or Useless?
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Virtual reality isn’t just for gamers anymore. Loaded with real-life scenarios, dynamic targets, and interactive drills, the technology is being adopted by shooting ranges and law enforcement agencies across the country. In this week’s episode, the Gun Cranks weigh in on whether VR simulations are useful or useless for weapons training. Have you ever trained using VR simulations? Let us know wh...
Gifting Guns: Don't Be Cheap!
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Gifting Guns: Don't Be Cheap!
Bigfoot - A Triggering Discussion
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Bigfoot - A Triggering Discussion
Got A Pistol Brace? Congrats, You're Now A Felon!
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Got A Pistol Brace? Congrats, You're Now A Felon!
Black Powder for Self-Defense?
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Black Powder for Self-Defense?
Guns vs. Italians
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Guns vs. Italians
Don't Be A Range Karen!
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Don't Be A Range Karen!
Tactical Twaddle: Speed Reholstering
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Tactical Twaddle: Speed Reholstering
The Gun Industry Needs To Be More Woke
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The Gun Industry Needs To Be More Woke
Ported or Un-Ported: Does It Really Matter?
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Ported or Un-Ported: Does It Really Matter?
Why Women Are Better Shooting Students Than Men
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Why Women Are Better Shooting Students Than Men
Worst Training Experiences Ever
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Worst Training Experiences Ever
Best Shot Ever!
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Best Shot Ever!
Gun Cleaning ... Why Bother?
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Gun Cleaning ... Why Bother?
Is The .44 Magnum Too Much Gun?
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Is The .44 Magnum Too Much Gun?
Open Carry Is Stupid!
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Open Carry Is Stupid!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @moosepn
    @moosepn День тому

    I'm the weird guy that had 7.62 x 25 before 5.7 was cool. Yeah it's kind of an evolution of the old KGB round, so it's not really new. What it's good for, pistol engagements at 50 yards plus, which can be interesting with optics. You can also make those shots with 9mm now but it's flatter. In which case my grandfather would've said wtf are you doing? You should've brought a rifle. Also, true if you need more than 6 bring a rifle. So for the size why aren't you just carrying a 1911? Quit being weird. People talking about looking for pocket knives to go jousting with. Getting sold, we already have 22 mag and it's not advisable to bring a pocket knife jousting.

  • @rudylane9692
    @rudylane9692 День тому

    Jerry Miculek 329PD magnaport test was found to be faster than stock 🤔

  • @504deadshot_reaper
    @504deadshot_reaper День тому

    I'm big enough to carry a CZ P-09, P-07 and a couple of 21 round magazines.

  • @trjnsd6874
    @trjnsd6874 2 дні тому

    "Anyone in need of carrying one gun ought to carry two." "Two is one, and one is none." "If you can't fight your way out with the weapons you have, the problem isn't your weapons, its your scary life!"

  • @MichaelSmith-jz4st
    @MichaelSmith-jz4st 2 дні тому

    Kimber k6s an a Bond Arms roughneck. Both in the same caliber makes sense ammo wise

  • @henrymendoza5586
    @henrymendoza5586 5 днів тому

    1975 I was 15 years old I bought smith model 29 at Western auto in Gila Bend Arizona without parental guidance that’s when I became Dirty Henry now still have it today

  • @user-wy9fk7ts8w
    @user-wy9fk7ts8w 9 днів тому

    What about 10 mil

    • @charliefoxtrot5001
      @charliefoxtrot5001 7 днів тому

      What about it? Good for the woods, likely too hot for the streets.

  • @minnil7927
    @minnil7927 15 днів тому

    I’m 22 and you guys are my tribe. You know I can’t tell you on youtube

  • @tomhoffman4284
    @tomhoffman4284 18 днів тому

    Be nice if your data was up to date and accurate. FN SS197 is over 2000fps and FN SS 198 is 2400 fps and readily available. This out of 5.7 handgun!

    • @charliefoxtrot5001
      @charliefoxtrot5001 7 днів тому

      SS197 is 1,736 fps and SS198 is 2,142 fps. Source: Testing by LuckyGunner. You are saying?

  • @colloidalsilver1096
    @colloidalsilver1096 19 днів тому

    great video

  • @anuthabubba964
    @anuthabubba964 19 днів тому

    If it'll poke a hole in 'em, they'll likely notice it!

  • @AniwayasSong
    @AniwayasSong 19 днів тому

    While I respect (And usually enjoy) debates about the effectiveness of things 2A related, I've been on this spinning rock long enough to know it's how effective something is USED that often matters, more. We drop 1,000lb steers all day long with the .22mag. Yes, we're at point blank range, angling the shot appropriately, and with one cartridge that bovine is instantly sent to bovine heaven. It's effective. I replaced my trusty-dusty Ruger P85 (9mm) which I EDC'd for DECADES, for the Ruger 57. All of my friends/cohorts tried giving me grief over this, until we took our various platforms out to the range, and put the various calibers through all the paces (Speed, penetration, damage) using varied targets. They're not laughing/mocking anymore! Is it a 'Niche' cartridge? Sure, why not? Are there many other calibers that hit harder? Of course there are. For what the 5.7x28 can do, coupled with it's capacity/ease of shooting/instant target acquisition as you're shooting it? That it is reloadable and has a wide array of options for projectile? It and the LC Carbine I've teamed it up with suit my expected needs perfectly! Now, if/when the Zombie Apocalypse happens? Nuke 'em from orbit! ('s the only way to be sure!) ;-)

  • @tc556guy
    @tc556guy 20 днів тому

    Back in the 80s when we were still carrying revolvers, I ported my duty 357. It had a noticeable impact on muzzle rise, and I never noticed any additional noise.

  • @4g63a1
    @4g63a1 22 дні тому

    These are the you only need 8 round guys.

  • @mauromazzorana3303
    @mauromazzorana3303 23 дні тому

    I am Italian here in Italy, I just wanted top point out that you can legally own ar15, m16, M4 guns and other military style rifles in semiautomatic version

  • @shg373
    @shg373 24 дні тому

    This video is not aging well.

  • @r.shanethompson7933
    @r.shanethompson7933 27 днів тому

    Speer Lawman 200 grain .44 magnum hollowpoints. Came in a yellow plastic flip top box of twenty rounds. I am looking at a box right now. Been meaning to give them a try in my S&W329pd.

  • @stuartmarkman769
    @stuartmarkman769 28 днів тому

    I like a 148 gr. hollow base wadcutter. It is a devestating round when loaded with a propper powder load. I load all my ammo and wad cutters are great for EDC in a short barrel revolver.

  • @65panhed39
    @65panhed39 29 днів тому

    It was for me. I went 1911 never looked bak.

  • @True-word74
    @True-word74 Місяць тому

    Secret service knows the greatness of it .

  • @dennisl4000
    @dennisl4000 Місяць тому

    Great commentary. As my dad told me once, "The glove does not make the ball player." That being said, any advantage in a gun fight is worth having.

  • @blahblahfiremaker
    @blahblahfiremaker Місяць тому

    One thing that annoys me about these conversations is it's always "ball and cap" yet British bull dog is a double action 44 webley that's black powder and not a bad option in my opinion if you can't get a modern handgun for whatever reason.

  • @GIJeaux1
    @GIJeaux1 Місяць тому

    Stage coaches...for coast to coast travel? 😂

  • @KeithC0351
    @KeithC0351 Місяць тому

    You got a new subscriber! I couldn’t agree more! People have bought into the marketing scheme of these ammo manufacturers with these new and “improved” bullet types, but completely disregard the wadcutter. In my opinion it’s the best round you can carry, especially out of a short barrel j-frame style revolver.?

  • @tbjtbj4786
    @tbjtbj4786 2 місяці тому

    I carry a 44 snubbey i use the 180gr sjhp it penitra about the same as 230gr 45 hp in water jugs. But does expand a bit more.

  • @alaskamonster9492
    @alaskamonster9492 2 місяці тому

    I have a 629-6 with a 4inch she is mean i use it for home defense 180 gr and Bear defense 305 gr and mono copper round 256 gr

  • @swiftbear
    @swiftbear 2 місяці тому

    I think it all comes down to profits, companies like selling $1.40 a round , copper bonded, HP , blitz , zombie home defense. vs. a .40 cent a round FMJ / wadcutter or whatever.

  • @thetg2117
    @thetg2117 2 місяці тому

    I see 5.7 as the perfect defensive round for females and old folks.the lethality plus soft recoil is a win-win

  • @tbjtbj4786
    @tbjtbj4786 2 місяці тому

    Just got 2 boxes of lswhp 44 spc today.

  • @Irishlen64
    @Irishlen64 2 місяці тому

    I have been carrying a S&W model 29 for 22 years. I prefer for CCW my 4 inch barrel. I do have a model 29, 6 1/2 inch barrel as well will carry it in the colder weather sometimes when more heavily dressed. For target shooting, I do use the 44 special 220 grain. Once in a while, I will get a 44 mag rem. 240 grain. For CCW, I use the Hornaday Critical Defense hollow tips. I have taken tactical classes and am able to move around with my model 29 and get off shots quickly. This weapon was made for me, would not consider anything else. Been shooting model 29's since my teen years carrying them for 22 years CCW. I do not recommend this weapon for most people.

  • @DesertMav
    @DesertMav 2 місяці тому

    I regret not buying a M1 Carbine 5-10 years ago, but I recently bought a WW2 Postal Meter Carbine for about $1400 out the door. It saw time in South Korea based on what I could tell with the import marking and it definitely runs great. The real drawback on them today is the price of ammo and the weapon itself. Mine is currently in it's original configuration, but I am about to swap the stock for a polymer folding one and I am going to replace the handguard with a pick rail for a red dot. The best part is that I can always return it to it's original configuration if needed or wanted.

  • @Leo-fk9ch
    @Leo-fk9ch 2 місяці тому

    Wadcutters? Really? I’d suggest anyone thinking of wadcutters for self defense, that is killing your attacker not only think twice but also do some ballistic tests. I can hardly believe this subject is remotely taken seriously. My concealed carry is a compact 45ACP, my reloads of +P 240gr HP. Fast burning Red Dot powder for max muzzle velocity. No comparison to medium wadcutter (SWC) loads. Experience over and over proves you’ll have one kill shot, and it had better count. Debate over.

  • @Z06corvetteracer
    @Z06corvetteracer 2 місяці тому

    The quickest reload ? 2 guns

  • @alainmorin
    @alainmorin 2 місяці тому

    Interesting. I own several 44 revolvers (e.g., SW 29) and pistols (DE). My view is that I want to shoot these as hot and powerful as possible. If not, I can shoot a 45LC. For example, I reload 30g of Winchester 296 with 180g bullet. This represents to my knowledge the most powerful load for the 44 Mag. Why shoot lighter loads? Takes the fun out of it in my opinion.

  • @terranthorn437
    @terranthorn437 2 місяці тому

    Thanks, I really needed that. I'm 78 and I will get a hand gun, but I need to know what kind. Maybe a nine m. I used to hunt with my friends. Thanks

  • @lestercecil9305
    @lestercecil9305 2 місяці тому

    Anybody who tries to make their point by telling the opposing party they are an idiot... is an idiot. I am not a fan of open carry but I certainly don’t judge those who do.

  • @wilhelmsbane6160
    @wilhelmsbane6160 2 місяці тому

    Three Fudds.

  • @redfaux74
    @redfaux74 2 місяці тому

    I think this is a stupid argument. It's like saying cops should never be seen. All of them should be undercover??? Let's do 50/50 and leave people alone. We all know half of them can't shoot. But let people carry open 24/7 without restriction. If I see someone trying to take away a gun from someone.... likely I've been paying attention.

  • @jimc7022
    @jimc7022 2 місяці тому

    Plenty of backpackers and hunters open carry. To say always keep it concealed while camping is a bit ignorant. To say people who open carry are always the ones with cheap guns and cheap rigs is showing more of your ignorance. Let’s take backpacking….if you choose to carry while in bear country, as many do, and you have a 40 lbs pack on your back with shoulder and wide waist traps, where do you propose they conceal a 10mm pistol in a way where they could draw in time for a charging bear? Many backpackers may use a chest rig so it is out of the way of their straps. That doesn’t make them yahoo who’s just out to flash a gun. Also, what does it matter if a backpacker has an expensive gun and rig or a budget option? Stop being a gun snob. My bear country sidearm and rig isn’t cheap but even if it was, who cares? I’d never look down on another hiker for choosing a more budget friendly firearm and rig option as long as it’s suitable to the task. And if it wasn’t suitable I may offer some advice if they are inexperienced but I would just smirk all smug like the 3 of you do. 👎

  • @The1saturn
    @The1saturn 2 місяці тому

    when you stand at the wrong end of the gun the last thing you are thinking is oh look its a BP no problem

  • @The1saturn
    @The1saturn 2 місяці тому

    my inline never fails me nor my sawed off each use 209 primers my two 44s cap jam rare and I am very safe in my home PS I own more

  • @vodoofedelin5918
    @vodoofedelin5918 3 місяці тому

    ❤was recently gifted a commercial, California made (National Ordnance, South El Monte, Ca.) In like new condition

  • @robarmstrong5404
    @robarmstrong5404 3 місяці тому

    the information about the stoppages at fort hood is incorrect here. The torso shots stopped people, some were only shot once and died. AND keep in mind he wasn't using a top 5 ammo choice either. THAT's important.

  • @NOLAART
    @NOLAART 3 місяці тому

    bought mine out of the back of American Rifleman, Inland, NRA very good $90.

  • @michaelmichael5896
    @michaelmichael5896 3 місяці тому

    You CAIN’T Leave Me!!!

  • @oldtanker4860
    @oldtanker4860 3 місяці тому

    I assume this is because you tube's management idiocracy. teh stupid are strong with them.

  • @laurence1643
    @laurence1643 3 місяці тому

    Nothing is lost. The 2 channels have just combined.

  • @maxmccain8950
    @maxmccain8950 3 місяці тому

    We’ll miss you. 🥲. I certainly understand why though.

  • @jonweston2521
    @jonweston2521 3 місяці тому

    We need to make more as and self defence rifle with 10 to 20 rounds or 15 round mags.these are good for women and other for home and long gun protections and should be made for home protection instead of Bidins double baroll shot guns. But in a home invasion is a great weapon.

  • @JM-gp2vh
    @JM-gp2vh 3 місяці тому

    Your 22 magnum won’t penetrate body armor! These bullets have a nasty tendency to turn backwards! They have great ballistics considerations as well as velocity! I was at Ft. Hood for that incident believe me nobody wants to be shot at with a 5.7 !! Magazine capacity is also great! I wouldn’t want to be shot with a 22 magnum either! I believe in precision accuracy for self defense and this round is great for accuracy at close range!