The Gun Experiment

A show hosted by two regular guys just like you, who like experimenting with concepts in guns, gear, training and everything in between. We’re going to talk about interesting things, with interesting people. We’ll discuss everyday topics and try to make you laugh, probably at our expense. You better believe we’ll be reviewing gear and sure we’ll talk about guns, but not just guns because that would get boring. We believe the gun is merely a tool and and the person is the true weapon. We want to explore different ways to make this “weapon” better in mind, body and spirit. Experiment...everyday.
Episodes
Episodes



Tuesday Sep 22, 2020
Talking Custom Guns with a Mad Cactus
Tuesday Sep 22, 2020
Tuesday Sep 22, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 013. This week Keith and I speak to Mad Cactus Customs, review tourniquets and shoot the shit about dove hunting.
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I. Interview (00:02:42)
Our guest tonight is an FFL out of Dayton, Texas. He specializes in custom Cerekote, laser engraving and stippling. Please welcome Luck, from Mad Cactus Customs.
II. Run and Gun (00:21:25)
III. Top Gear (00:23:07)
Recon Medical Gen 4 Tourniquet
Pros:
Solid Construction
Aluminum Windless
Windless clips were beefy
Lifetime Warranty
Price: $16.97
Cons:
Made in China
IV. Shootin’ The Shit (00:32:50)
The guys shoot the shit about Dove Hunting. It’s something Mike has always wanted to do, very similar to one of Keith’s favorite activities and something Luck has a lot of experience doing.
V. Outro (00:45:39)
I want to thank Luck for being on the show, it was a pleasure hearing all about his business and we thank him for sharing his knowledge of gun customization and dove hunting. You can find Mad Cactus Customs at:
Instagram
Facebook
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Tuesday Sep 08, 2020
Daniel Shaw, Mental Toughness and Guilty Pleasures
Tuesday Sep 08, 2020
Tuesday Sep 08, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 012. This week Keith and I speak to a very special guest, discuss Mental toughness, and shoot the shit about guilty pleasures.
We drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends.
I. Interview (00:02:00)
Our guest tonight is a retired US Marine Corp infantry leader and combat weapons master instructor, founder of Shaw Strategies, director of marketing at Gun Mag Warehouse and host of The Gunfighter Cast Podcast, please welcome Daniel Shaw.
II. Run and Gun (00:44:11)
III. Let’s Mix It UP (00:46:36)
”Hurt or injured? There’s always a way to fight. You just have to find it.”
We discuss mental toughness and how we can develop the mindset to keep pushing through during difficult challenges
IV. Shootin’ The Shit (00:56:56)
The guys shoot the shit about guilty pleasure and how Keith has zero guilt about anything.
V. Outro (01:05:15)
I want to thank Daniel for being on the show, it was a pleasure hearing all about his experiences and we thank him for all of his insight. You can find Daniel at:
Shaw Strategies
Gunmag TV
Instagram
Facebook
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Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Building a better NY/Cali Compliant AR 15
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Tuesday Aug 25, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 011. This week Keith and I speak to Will Katz from Resurgent Arms, do our first live product review, torture test a tourniquet and talk about time travel.
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I. Interview (00:02:07)Our guest tonight is trying to revive the gun culture in places like NY and California, by selling innovative and reasonably priced featureless gear, please welcome the owner of Resurgent Arms, Will Katz.
II. Run and Gun (00:22:10)
III. Top Gear (00:24:07)
a. Live Review: Resurgent Arms extended safety, stock stop, grip.
Pros:
Magazines reloads function normally
Decent one handed purchase on grip (unlike the spur)
Storage in Grip
Allows for normal looking stock
The stock stop is very easy to install and does not require damage to your stock.
The right angle on the safety is easy to use.
Made in the USA
Cons:
Ergonomics are a little off / A little uncomfortable (Bring up Crystle)
Bite in webbing of hand (didn’t have a chance to test out ergonomic endplate)
Grip storage a little tough to open
Subjective:
Looks/Style
https://resurgentarms.com/
Use Discount Code GunExperiment12 at check out for 12% off
b. B5 Bravo Stock
Light weight
Great cheek weld
IV. Shootin’ The Shit (00:50:30)
If you could live during any other era in the history of the world, other than our current time what would it be and why?
V. Outro (00:56:51)
I want to thank Will for being on the show, his product is a really nice option for people in states with regulations on the AR 15. Find Will and all of his products at:
Resurgent Arms
Facebook
Instagram
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Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Bonus: Discussion on Suppressors and the Hearing Protection Act
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
Tuesday Aug 18, 2020
In this bonus episode we discuss the advantages of suppressors with Rick "The Criminal Investigator" as well as why the Hearing Protection Act never materialized.



Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Competition Shooting, Life Saving Tactics and the Supreme Court
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Update: This interview was prerecorded. The Supreme Court cases discussed in this episode were not taken by the court. It is our belief at TGE that the conversation is still important and relevant.
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 010. This week Keith and I speak to a Criminal Investigator, talk about the supreme court and discuss new products.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends.
I. Interview (00:01:45)
Our guest tonight retired from the US Army with 28 years experience, has over 20 years in law enforcement, is a Master Class high power shooter, NRA instructor and currently works as a criminal investigator Law enforcement Agent; please welcome Rick E. to the show.
*Disclaimer: Rick’s last name and actual position are being withheld due to the nature of what he does for a living.
II. Run and Gun (00:41:33)
III. Mixin’ it Up (00:43:40)
We discuss the Supreme court cases that they could take up and why they should.
*Update: This interview was pre recorded and after it was recorded the supreme court decided not to hear any of the cases discussed.
IV. Top Gear (00:58:33)
Primary Arms Advanced Micro Red Dot
Similar to Aimpoint micro T-2
50,000 hour battery life
12 brightness settings
2 MOA red dot
Waterproof and fog proof
Comes with bikini cover
$150 comes w/ 3 year warranty
https://www.primaryarms.com/primary-arms-advanced-micro-dot-with-push-buttons-and-up-to-50k-hour-battery-life-red-dot
Gunzilla CLP Gun Cleaner
Non Toxic
Leaves dry fill lubricant
No odor
https://www.amazon.com/Gunzilla-The-Worlds-Best-CLP/dp/B00557MLRI
V. Outro (1:06:00)
We want to thank Rick for being on the show and sharing his years of expertise with us. His on tactical was invaluable and we learned a lot.
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Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Guns and Social Media, Mojo and Lubrication for Gun Owners
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Tuesday Jul 28, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 009. This week Keith and I speak to Eduardo Blanco from the Gun Enthusiasts Group, review knife sharpeners and lockboxes and talk about RV camping.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends.
I. Interview (03:00)
Our guest tonight is an administrator of a pro 2nd amendment group on Facebook, please welcome Eduardo Blanco to the show
II. Run and gun (32:04)
We ask Eduardo our 10 rapid fire questions to see if he has what it takes to run and gun with the best of them.
III. Top Gear (34:17)
Keith’s Product: Smith’s 6 three stone sharpening system
Great starter kit
Three stones all on a rotating roller from 300 grit to 1000 grit
Comes with a guide for the most common angle to sharpen with
Keith had no experience sharpening blades before buying this and managed to restore an old meat cleaver with it.
Negative: Could come with more of the honing solution
$33
https://www.smithsproducts.com/
Mike’s Product: Sentry Safe quick access digital pistol safe
Solid Steel ConstructionDigital code (set your own) + backup key (Biometric, XL size and lighted inside available)
Bolts down
Compression gas strut/auto open
Negative(s): Need to keep an eye on the batteries and need to lubricate the gas strut
$107
https://www.sentrysafe.com/product/QAP1E
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (47:17)
Tonight we are going to talk about RV camping.
V. Outro (56:38)
We want to thank Eduardo for being on the show and sharing his perspective on social media groups as well as his experience with RV camping.
Be sure to contact him at the Gun Enthusiasts on Facebook if you are interested in becoming a member, be sure to tell him you heard about the group on The Gun Experiment.
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Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Reloading Ammunition with Dave
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 008. This week Keith and I enter the world of reloading with Dave Echeveria, debate buying vs. building an AR 15 and explore the dangerous world of gun and knife fighting.
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month so be sure to subscribe and tell your friends about us.
I. Interview (02:05)
Our guest tonight is a former United States Marine, a World Champion in BJJ, and overall gun and shooting enthusiast please welcome to the show, Dave Echeveria. On this episode, Dave will be sharing his years of experience in reloading and knowledge of ballistics with us
II. Run and gun (38:28)
We ask Dave our 10 rapid fire questions to see if he has what it takes to run and gun with the best of them.
III. Let's Mix it Up (39:48)
So you want to get your first AR 15? We'll discuss whether you should buy it or build it.
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (45:06)
Assuming you can’t run and must engage, would you rather get into a knife fight or a gun fight and why?
V. Outro (49:56)
We want to thank Dave for being on the show and sharing his vast knowledge of reloading. It has opened our eyes to not only the advantages of reloading, but how to get started down the path.
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Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Keith's Buggin' Out
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Tuesday Jun 23, 2020
Welcome to the Gun Experiment Episode 007. This week Keith and I hang out with Cousin Brian, review Ameriglo sights, Rifle Rods and set up our dream workshop.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every
month so be sure to subscribe.
I. Interview (03:46)
We hang out with Keith’s cousin Brian and chat about the role that firearms play in rural living and self preparedness.
II. Run and gun (25:19)
III. Top Gear (27:48)
Keith’s Product: Rifle Rods
$22 Made in the USA
Purpose is to maximize the storage in your gun safe small or large
Sometimes the simplest designs work the best.
Plastic rods that fit into the barrel of a rifle or shotgun and allow you to stand your guns straight up and down and next to each other or in front and behind each other. Overall fairly easy to install.
https://www.storemoreguns.com/search.php?search_query=rifle+rods
Mike’s Product(s): Ameriglo (Proglo) Front Sight and I.C.E. Claw Rear Sight
Front Sight
Green tritium lamp and orange (or green) outline
$60
https://ameriglo.com/collections/products/smith-wesson-pro-glo-tritium-fronts
Rear Sight
Concave CLAW allows for one handed manipulation
low glare with no tritium or Dots
$25 (currently sold out)
https://ameriglo.com/collections/groups/smith-wesson-claw
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (41:08)
Setting up the Ideal Workshop or Garage
You get a 3000 Sq ft outbuilding, what do you deck it out with to make it the ultimate workspace.
V. Outro (50:34)
We want to thank Cousin Brian for being on the show and having a great conversation about being more self sufficient and prepared.
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