Tag: Michael Bane Podcast

Remember the .458 SOCOM bolt action rifle built by Merissa and Dianne Bishop? It recently went viral on TikTok. Also, we get back to the question of how are we carrying a gun in this new world we live in.

Michael talks about the rules of gunfighting, including the most important Rule 1, HAVE A GUN. Also, the best way to practice with mouseguns.

Michael has some thoughts on the modern firearms market and why Springfield Armory’s big bet on a new 9mm striker-fired platform, the Echelon, might pay off big.

Training with a .22 can yield big benefits, as well as easing the high price of ammo. Also, why the Rock Island “Baby Rock” is such a great little gun.

This week, some thoughts on how to protect yourself and your family from mob-style "recreational” violence. Also, why the home defense shotgun is back on top, and, hey, the Rossi RM 66 .38/.357 is a great buy!

This week Michael ponders whether it’s time to move away from calibers he simply isn’t using.

This week Michael starts working with the smallest of the Stoeger STR line, the Micro Compact, by adding a Bushnell RXC-200. Plus, the continuing allure of the .32 H&R Magnum and a first look at the Henry Big Boy Revolver.

With test and evaluation of the Military Armament Corporation MAC 2 under way, Michael wonders about the ideal defensive shotgun for this autumn’s Van Comp Thunderstruck shotgun training event.

Michael starts working with his Ruger competition revolvers in anticipation of the revolver competition season, plus the new Rossi 4-inch .357/.38 on the range!

This week Michael talks about lessons to be learned from Newt the Beagle’s unfortunate encounter with a rattlesnake. Plus, why the Stoeger STR-9MC is a hot property, and a look at revolvers from Finks Custom Gunsmithing and Rossi.