The Gun Experiment

We experiment with concepts in guns, gear and training; all while having conversations about interesting things, with interesting people. Yes, we will talk about guns, but not just guns because humans weren’t meant to be one dimensional. The gun is merely a tool and we believe the person is the true weapon. We want to explore different ways to make this “weapon” better in mind, body and spirit. Experiment...everyday.
We experiment with concepts in guns, gear and training; all while having conversations about interesting things, with interesting people. Yes, we will talk about guns, but not just guns because humans weren’t meant to be one dimensional. The gun is merely a tool and we believe the person is the true weapon. We want to explore different ways to make this “weapon” better in mind, body and spirit. Experiment...everyday.
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Dec 8, 2020
Keep Your Head Down and Your Pants Up
Dec 8, 2020
Dec 8, 2020
1hr 10 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. This week Keith and I hang out with Kurt Sills from Blue Alpha Gear, review the Microstream flashlight and Sentry Strap and talk about gun guys that are just too serious.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends at: https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you like the content we’re creating, we’d appreciate it if you'd head over to apple podcasts and leave us a 5 star review as well as a comment; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
I. Interview (00:03:02)
Our guest tonight is the owner of a company that makes high quality products catering to the outdoor and shooting community. They take pride in offering a great value for their products and great service to their customers, please welcome Kurt Sills from Blue Alpha Gear.
II. Run and Gun (00:43:42)
III. Top Gear (00:46:19)
a. Mike’s Product Review: The Streamlight Microstream
Click here to purchase the Streamlight Microstream
b. Kurt’s Product Review: Neo Mag Sentry Strap
https://theneomag.com/shop/sentry-strap/
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (00:55:32)
Today on Shootin’ the shit we are going to talk about gun guys that are just too serious.
V. Outro (01:09:24)
We want to thank Kurt for being on the show and telling us more about the company. Go check out all their great products and information at:
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To everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to listen to our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter so we can keep the conversation going.
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Nov 24, 2020
Ja Eat the Bird?!
Nov 24, 2020
Nov 24, 2020
1hr 1 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. This week Keith and I speak to Peter Wakem from Carolina Customs, discuss gun talk at the Thanksgiving table and shoot the shit about what we are thankful for this year.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe wherever you like to listen to podcasts and share the show with friends at: https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you like the content we’re creating, we’d appreciate it if you'd head over to apple podcasts and leave us a 5 star review as well as a comment; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
I. Interview (00:02:54)
Our guest tonight is the creative force behind a company that brings customized gun cases to the market. Producing products that not only protect your favorite firearm, but keep you looking cool at the same time, please welcome Peter Wakem from Carolina Custom Foam.
*Head to Carolina Custom Foam and enter Discount Code TGE20 to get $20 off any ins stock or commissioned gun case.
II. Run and Gun (00:44:32)
III. Let’s Mix It Up (00:46:32)
On this episode of “Let’s Mix It Up” we will discuss strategies for discussing politics and gun control around the Thanksgiving dinner table.
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (00:55:33)
On this episode of “Shootin’ the Shit” we will reflect on the things we are thankful for from this past year, both personally and as gun owners.
V. Outro (01:00:16)
We want to thank Peter for being on the show and telling us more about the company. Go check them out at:
Carolina Custom Foam Instagram Youtube
To everyone listening (wish a thanksgiving )we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to listen to our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter so we can keep the conversation going.
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Nov 10, 2020
God Has Your Back? Must Be a Praying Mantis X!
Nov 10, 2020
Nov 10, 2020
1hr 8 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. This week Keith and I speak to Austin Allgaier from Mantis X, discuss the perfect range bag, and review the Browning Citori.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends at: https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you like the content we’re creating, we’d appreciate it if you'd head over to apple podcasts and leave us a 5 star review as well as a comment; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
I. Interview (00:04:06)
Our guest tonight represents a company that is bringing state of the art analysis and computing technology to the firearms industry. They believe their products lead to rapid improvement in shooting through instant and accurate feedback, please welcome Austin Allgaier from Mantis X.
II. Run and Gun (00:42:00)
III. Let’s Mix It Up (00:44:32)
What are the must have items every shooter should keep in their range bag? The guys talk about their go to items in their personal range bags.
IV. Top Gear (00:53:41)
a. Keith’s Review: The Browning Citori XT Trap Shotgun
b. Austin’s Review: Sig Sauer P365 XL
V. Outro (01:06:14)
We want to thank Austin for being on the show and telling us more about the company. Go check them out at:
Mantis X Facebook Instagram Youtube
To everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to listen to our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter so we can keep the conversation going.
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Oct 27, 2020
Getting Down Like Four Flat Tires
Oct 27, 2020
Oct 27, 2020
1hr 5 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. This week Keith and I speak to Kerry Davis from Dark Angel Medical, learn how to build the perfect trauma kit for every situation, and discuss brand loyalty.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends at: https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you like the content we’re creating, we’d appreciate it if you'd head over to apple podcasts and leave us a 5 star review as well as a comment; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
I. Interview (00:02:40)
Our guest tonight is the founder of a veteran owned and operated company with a passion for informing, educating and equipping everyone in all aspects of everyday trauma care. Please welcome Kerry “Pocket Doc” Davis, from Dark Angel Medical.
II. Run and Gun (00:36:20)
III. Let’s Mix It Up (00:37:56)
How do we build effective medical kits in different sizes for different scenarios and where should we stage med kits in our daily lives?
IV. Shootin’ the Shit (00:50:14)
This week we talk about brand loyalty, why people grow attached to companies and are people loyal to a fault.
V. Outro (01:04:04)
We want to thank Kerry again for coming on the show and sharing his years of experience with us. You can find him at:
Dark Angel Medical Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube
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To everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to listen to our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter so we can keep the conversation going.
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Oct 13, 2020
Are You ”Ready Man”?
Oct 13, 2020
Oct 13, 2020
1hr 22 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. This week Keith and I speak to Jeff Kirkham from Readyman, discuss building a better human weapon and review new gear.
I just want to remind everyone that we drop new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends at: https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you like the content we’re creating, we’d appreciate it if you'd head over to apple podcasts and leave us a 5 star review as well as a comment; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
I. Interview (00:03:27)
Our guest tonight spent 29 years as a Green Beret, 4 years with the DEA, has authored several books, has several patents credited to him and is the creative force behind Readyman.com; please welcome, Jeff Kirkham.
II. Run and Gun (00:56:08)
III. Let’s Mix It Up (00:58:21)
Where should we allocate our time and money in order to become a more perfect human weapon? (ie. shooting, grappling, striking, medical training, fitness, diet, bush craft, hostage evasion and survival.
IV. Top Gear (01:09:55)
Mike’s Item: Off Body Carry System: Kelty Sling Bag and Alien Gear
Pros:
Carries good amount of gear
Blends in civilian environments
Swappable shells
Holster can be stuck to other surfaces
Cons:
Slow to draw
Bulky if worn in the front
A little pricey (Bag $55 / Holster $45.88)
https://www.kelty.com/sling-bag/
https://aliengearholsters.com/cloak-hook-and-loop-holster-with-velcro.html
Jeff’s Item: American Tomahawk
Small Lightweight
Multi use tool
Use for chopping, digging, meat processing, breaking windows
“Profuse Public Apology Guarantee” HA!
$189
https://www.americantomahawk.com/
V. Outro (01:20:08)
We want to thank Jeff for being on the show and sharing his vast experience with us. Check him out at: Readyman Plan2Survive Full30 Instagram
To everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to listen to our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter so we can keep the conversation going. Facebook Instagram Twitter



Sep 22, 2020
Talking Custom Guns with a Mad Cactus
Sep 22, 2020
Sep 22, 2020
46 min
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.
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 at https://wavve.link/TheGunExperiment/episodes
If you liked this episode we’d appreciate a 5 star review and leave a comment on i tunes; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes.
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:
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Thank you again for listening, subscribing and sharing our show; be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thegunexperiment so we can keep the conversation going.



Sep 8, 2020
Sep 8, 2020
1hr 5 min
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
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If you liked this episode we’d appreciate a 5 star review and leave a comment on i tunes; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thegunexperiment so we can keep the conversation going.



Aug 25, 2020
Building a better NY/Cali Compliant AR 15
Aug 25, 2020
Aug 25, 2020
59 min
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.
I just want to remind everyone that 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 (00:02:07)
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/
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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
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If you liked this episode we’d appreciate a 5 star review and leave a comment on i tunes; we’ll read any comments you leave in future episodes. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thegunexperiment so we can keep the conversation going.

