About this episode

The episode features a discussion with Frank Riess about 2A news, firearms history, and various related topics.

“Sometimes the stories behind the tools we use are just as powerful as the reasons we carry them.” Episode Summary On this episode of The Gun Experiment, we chop it up with our regular in-studio guest, Frank Riess from Wallkill River Small Arms. We kick things off with some banter, dive into the latest 2A news (including Supreme Court rulings on gun rights and self-defense for marijuana users), and nerd out on everything from ballistic helmets to the fascinating history behind the Browning Superposed shotgun and military bayonets. We debate bathroom etiquette for dads with daughters, discuss defensive display laws, and talk about why America might just be the best place to live—especially if you love freedom, firearms, and good bourbon. Call to Action 1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Youtube4. Grab some cool TGE merch6. Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.com5. Be sure to support our show sponsors; they are a big part of making the show possible. Show Sponsors HSM Ammunition: American-made, reliable, accurate ammo for hunting, competitions, and tactical…

People in this episode

Guest: Frank Riess

Topics covered

• 2A news
• firearms history
• gun rights
• self-defense
• defensive display laws
• freedom
• firearms

Keywords

• gun rights
• firearms history
• 2A news
• self-defense
• ballistic helmets
• Browning Superposed
• defensive display laws
• freedom
• firearms

Sponsors

HSM Ammunition, Flatline Fiber Co., Kings River Customs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wallkill River Small Arms

Products: Browning Superposed shotgun, ballistic helmets, 1911 pistols

Places: America

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