American Handgunner Magazine: Guns, Gear and Shooting

This is one you can do at home. Ever wanted to test your reloaded or factory-bought ammunition? The Gun Cranks discuss a variety of ways to test your ammo at home while (maybe) making a big mess in the process. Sponsored by Umarex Airguns https://umarexusa.com Umarex Airguns is known worldwide as a leading innovator and manufacturer of air pistols, pellet rifles, airsoft guns, paintball training guns, and big game air gun hunting rifles. Umarex Airguns.....Shoot with Air.

Should you hunt with an AR shotgun? And our favorite shooting tips and gear. Resident Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale and Roy Huntington show off their favorite products, share shooting tips to improve your shooting and have a heated discussion over hunting with an AR style shotgun. It's the Gun Cranks! Sponsored by Umarex Airguns https://umarexusa.com Umarex Airguns is known worldwide as a leading innovator and manufacturer of air pistols, pellet rifles, airsoft guns, paintball training guns, and big game air gun hunting rifles. Umarex Airguns.....Shoot with Air. For more information on the products discussed: https://www.realavid.com/product-category/gun-cleaning/cleaning-kits/ https://ransomrest.com/multi-cal-steady-rest/ https://shop.pepperball.com/products/compact Hit the Subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live!

Now you can have an iconic Hi-Power of your own, and one you'll want to take to the range. Modern tweaks and a great price make this a winner. FMG Publication's Roy Huntington has a quick look at the newly released Springfield Armory SA 35 9mm pistol.

Optics ready and big capacity in a small package. American Handgunner Editor tom McHale spends the day at Gunsite Shooting Academy reviewing Mossberg's newly released MC2sc compact handgun. For more information, visit https://www.mossberg.com

Yeah, it's cool and elegant, but can 100-year-old technology still keep you safe? Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington finds out as he fires two different Colt 1903 pistols at the same time! For more information: https://www.colt.com http://www.novaksinc.com

From American Handgunner and Guns magazines, resident Gun Cranks Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Roy Huntington discuss the temptations and dangers of "really bad idea" targets. Brought to you by UmarexUSA.com Umarex Airguns is known worldwide as a leading innovator and manufacturer of air pistols, pellet rifles, airsoft guns, paintball training guns, and big game air gun hunting rifles. Umarex Airguns.....Shoot with Air.

Do you want to build your own 80% pistol from a kit? American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows you how to convert the 80% polymer frame from 80 Percent Arms kit into a legal handgun using basic tools. Enjoy the satisfaction of manufacturing your own handgun!

Once you’ve milled your 80 percent pistol frame, it’s time to assemble the parts so you can head to the range. American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows you a step by step how-to assembly of a Glock-compatible pistol from 80% Arms.

From American Handgunner and Guns magazines, resident Gun Cranks Brent Wheat, Tom McHale and Roy Huntington discuss their all-time favorite fun and plinking guns. They're backing up their picks, how about you? Sponsored by Umarex Airguns https://umarexusa.com Umarex Airguns is known worldwide as a leading innovator and manufacturer of air pistols, pellet rifles, airsoft guns, paintball training guns, and big game air gun hunting rifles. Umarex Airguns.....Shoot with Air.

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".

We've all read stories about guns that are well outside of our budget, but how many of them are worth the cost? Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, and Erick Gelhaus talk about the gear they've used that justify the cost. 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/.

This week on Gun Cranks TV, Resident Gun Cranks — Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington — discuss these topics searching for answers only the Gun Cranks could find. Sponsored by Umarex Airguns https://umarexusa.com Umarex Airguns is known worldwide as a leading innovator and manufacturer of air pistols, pellet rifles, airsoft guns, paintball training guns, and big game air gun hunting rifles. Umarex Airguns.....Shoot with Air.

It's your duty to be ready and American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale shows how Walther's new 9mm Performance Duty Pistol (PDP) keeps you alert and always at the ready.

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 your own stockpile of the best-selling 4Patriots Survival Food Kits. Handpacked in the U.S.A. They have different delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Right now, go to 4Patriots.com and use code GUNMAG to get 10% off your first purchase. Start building your own stockpile today! — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.

Some expensive gun gear is (gasp!) ... disposable! The Gun Cranks explain why it’s perfectly normal and cost-effective to throw away those expensive pistol and rifle magazines. Of course, the devil is in the details, so listen in to find out when and why yours should make the final journey to the trash can. 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/.

10mm is in. You can't argue with the power downrange and when packaged in a classic 1911 pistol platform, the 10mm is surprisingly easy to control. Recoil is a bit more than a .45 ACP in a similar handgun, but not bad. American Handgunner magazine editor Tom McHale checks out the Springfield Armory 1911 Ronin 10mm with a range report.

What do motorcycles have to do with shooting? Plenty, if you take part in Motoschutzen — 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 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 can keep your family safe during a power outage. Harness the power of the sun to keep your critical devices charged in an emergency and stay connected to family, important news and first responders. Right now, go to https://4patriots.com and use code GUNCRANKS to get 10% off your first purchase — including the Patriot Power Sidekick mini generator. — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.

The Gun Cranks are stirring up some controversy yet again! This time, debating whether 5.7x28mm is just a fad or here to stay. Which Gun Crank do you agree with? Let us know in the comments. 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/.

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 season is here, and the time to prepare is NOW. The Patriot Power Sidekick mini generator can help you can keep your family safe during a power outage. Harness the power of the sun to keep your critical devices charged in an emergency and stay connected to family, important news and first responders. Right now, go to https://4patriots.com and use code GUNCRANKS to get 10% off your first purchase — including the Patriot Power Sidekick mini generator. — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.

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 potential challenges to consider. 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 can keep your family safe during a power outage. Harness the power of the sun to keep your critical devices charged in an emergency and stay connected to family, important news and first responders. Right now, go to https://4patriots.com and use code GUNCRANKS to get 10% off your first purchase — including the Patriot Power Sidekick mini generator. — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.

The Cranks discuss the potential for violence following the election, no matter who wins. And though we all hope nothing goes sideway, the Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington talk about reasonable strategies on how to be prepared.

Tom McHale, editor of American Handgunner, discusses some of the new pistols recently released at the 2023 SHOT Show.

Special Assignments Editor Roy Huntington explains how to safely load a single-action revolver for field carry — known as The Gunfighter Load — in this First Look Quick Tip video.

Need some humorous relief? The Gun Cranks - Brent Wheat, Tom McHale & Roy Huntington dissect several Internet shooting videos of people doing dumb stuff with guns. See why, for example, you shouldn't put a 12 ga. shotgun against your nether regions and pull the trigger for the sake of a viral video!

Too much of a good thing is still too much. The same can be true when it comes to gun cleaning. In this episode of the Gun Cranks, things get dirty as Brent Wheat, Tom McHale, Erick Gelhaus, and Roy Huntington share how often they clean their guns, a few embarrassing anecdotes, and their must-have gun-cleaning products. Are you guilty of cleaning your guns too much or not enough? Let us know in the comments. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Create your own stockpile of the best-selling 4Patriots Survival Food Kits. Handpacked in the U.S.A. They have different delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Right now, go to https://4patriots.com and use code GUNCRANKS to get 10% off your first purchase. Start building your own stockpile today! -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.