For February's edition of the AK KORNER, presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA, we get in to a very detailed discussion on the camouflages used during WWII to present day (we touch on some pre WWII camos as well).  Designs, philosophies of use, effectiveness and history.  Joining Lefty is Historian, decorated Soviet Solder and Author, Marco Vorobiev; Military Historian, Fireforce Ventures consultant and Rhodesian camo expert "Hank";  and highly decorated USA Soldier and VP of Pioneer Arms Corp USA, CJ Johnson.  Listener questions are fielded and a very special limited edition giveaway for this episode is announced by CJ. Also, we give the instructions for how to enter next month's firearm giveaway which will be a special edition PAC AKM chambered in 5.56 NATO



This episode is also powered by: Mission First Tactical (code "leadhead" 20% Off)  SEAL 1 (code "leadhead" for 25% Off) & Fireforce Ventures (code: "LEADHEAD" 15% Off)






















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TLP 524 – AK KORNER 6-2: CAMOUFLAGE WWII to Present

John Gilstrap is a New York Times and USA Today best selling Author.  He is a returning guest to the Talking Lead Podcast.  John has two new Novels out since his last appearance on the show.  Harm's Way is his 15th book in the Jonathan Grave action thriller series and is as intense as you would expect.  White Smoke is his third book with John's post apocalyptic heroine, Victoria Emerson. John's first novel, Nathan's Run (1996), had the movie rights purchased by Warner Bros.  We discuss his latest books, his upcoming release of Zero Sum (due out in August 2024 pre-order now), his SHOT Show experience, his take on today's social/political environment and more.  
























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TLP 523 – Harm’s Way / White Smoke: John Gilstrap

In this WILD Episode of Talking Lead: Stories from this year's largest gun show in the world SHOT SHOW aka The SH*T Show. Joining Lefty to tell us their first-hand tales: Stunt Professional/Operator Tracy Lee (@TracyGuns), Fitness Guru/Police Sergeant Ashley Smith (@OfficerAshleySmith), Competition Shooter/Non-binary Explosives Expert Ton Jones (@TonJonesOfficial), Professional Firearms Trainer/Political Commentator Paul Markel (@StudentOfTheGun) and Lefty's right-hand-man Evan Floodman (@Floodmunitions). Hear about everyone's range day experiences, show-floor travels, night time escapades and behind the scenes tales of the big Circle Bar brawl, Las Vegas traffic stops, and Trump JR. encounters!
 

TLP 522 – Bar Brawls, Handcuffs & Roller Skates

Warning this episode may cause extreme hunger! In this episode Lefty has Whiskey River Beef's very own Prentiss Holt and every one's favorite griller-extraordinaire Ton Jones (Firebird Targets) on to give some pro cooking tips, recipes and equipment suggestions that just might make you the talk of the neighborhood at your next BBQ or the hero-of-the-household when it's your night to cook dinner. Specifically we focus on beef and wild game.  So, grab a snack and a beverage because this episode will get your belly growling! Plus...Ton drops a Firebird Target exclusive release on their new "Quieter" explosive targets, the M50, only 65dbs at 25 feet.

TLP 521 – Cooking Tips From The Pros

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This season of the Talking Lead AK KORNER is presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA.  Lefty and Marco Vorobiev ( Author, Historian, former Soviet Spetsnaz Soldier) are back for our 6th Season of AK-47 "leaducation".  To kick it off the guys are joined by CJ Johnson (President of Pioneer Arms Corp USA) and Michael Michalczuk (Founder / President of Pioneer Arms Corp Poland).  We cover a lot in this episode; The history of PAC, Michael's strong military family history, we address some common PAC manufacturing misconceptions, discuss details of their updated manufacturing processes (forged vs cast front trunnions) and quality control, we discuss the new 1:1 AKM in .22lr, the PMR63-c, PPS43-c plus we answer listener questions. And we announce four (4) PAC firearms will be given away to AK KORNER listeners this season plus SEAL 1 and Mission First Tactical are back to add to the prize packages each month!



Radom, Poland was founded in 1340,  the city is famous for its small arms production. In 1998 Michael purchased a portion of the old Circle 11 factory to produced high quality Greener-style double barrel side-by-side with exposed hammer shotguns for cowboy action competition. Pioneer Arms Corp. USA was established January 2, 2001. Pioneer Arms Corp. Poland was established November 18, 2002 by the owners of Pioneer Arms USA. In 2004 Pioneer Arms Poland moved to the facilities of the former Circle 11 factory.  At present time Pioneer Arms owns two buildings located at former Circle 11 plant, with over 50,000 sqft.



All manufacturing is completed in the Circle 11 Plant in Radom, Poland by many of the original employees from the previous Circle 11 operation. PAC acquired complete sets of the original technical specifications documents of Kalashnikov firearms produced by the Circle 11 Radom Factory, including AK-47, AKM-47, AKMS-47, Tantal (AKM variant in 5.45×39 caliber), Beryl 5.56×45, PPS-43, PM63 and others, with rights to produce these weapons.  All 922r compliance and assembly is done by Pioneer Arms Corp USA.



AK KORNER SEASON 6 - PIONEER ARMS CORP - CJ JOHNSON; MICHAEL MICHALCZUK; LEFTY; MARCO VOROBIEV



AKMs at the Pioneer Arms Corp Factory - Radom, Poland - Talking Lead



Old WWII Watch Tower - Radom, Poland - Talking Lead



Pioneer Arms Tech Inspecting Parts by X-Ray

Talking Lead 520 – AK KORNER S6 Ep1: The AK From Radom, Pioneer Arms Corp

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  Kris Hammer with KELTEC joins Lefty and Ton Jones (Firebird Targets) to talk about the new Generation 3 straight blowback Sub2000 9mm carbine.  KELTEC has improved the Sub2K by adding new quick "twist-fold-lock" action to it's legendary folding carbine.  The trigger has been improved with a metal trigger and the front and "folding" rear sights have been eliminated to make room for you to add your favorite iron sights and/or red dot.  Listen in for all of the upgrades.  Also joining this episode is Prentiss Holt owner of Whiskey River Beef to announce the winner of the WRB $100 Gift Card!  



Do us a solid and subscribe to the show at your favorite podcast app and follow us on social media! @talkinglead

Talking Lead 519 – The New KELTEC Sub2000 Gen3 Carbine

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Happy New Year Lead Head Brigade!  In this New Year Kick-Off episode Lefty is joined by Expert Trick Shot Professional, Ton Jones.  Ton is the brand manager for Firebird Targets.  As the guys recap some of the show's brightest highlights from the past year, some trick-shot-talk works it's way into the conversation.  Lefty makes a "KABLOOWEY" challenge to Ton for a never before attempted extremely difficult shot using the exploding Firebird Targets.  Also, Lefty makes a big announcement for the Season 6 AK KORNER's Presenting Sponsor!  You don't want to miss it.

Talking Lead 518 – The “Kabloowey” Trick Shot Challenge

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In this Season 5 finale of the Talking Lead AK KORNER - Ding, ding, ding!  It is time for Round 3 of the annual AK vs AR slugfest.  In the red corner we have Team AK;  Marco Vorobiev (former Spetsnaz soldier, Author & Historian), Drew Breneman (Century Arms AK Human Encyclopedia) & Chad Enos (New Brand Manager at Century Arms and newbie to the AK world).  In the blue corner is Team AR; Nick Dooley (Host of the AR-15 Podcast & Defender of American Freedom), Garth Hofer (Host of the AR-15 Podcast & Red Blooded American) & the Pimp-hand of America, Professor Paul Markel (Host of Student of The Gun Podcast).  The debate gets heated and no punches are pulled.  Feelings get hurt and jaws get cracked as it comes down to a split decision, only you can make the final vote of which team is the winner of Round 3 of this on-going battle. So, who did you vote for?

Talking Lead 517 – Stoner vs Kalashnikov Round 3

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast our special guest is David Lucas with MEAN LLC:  Blowback!  When it comes to shooting pistol caliber carbines (PCC) the key to a smooth, comfortable, reliable shooting experience is managing the blowback from the gas.  Over the years there have been many engineers and companies that have tried to tame the blowback lion with radial cuts, flywheels, toggles, vectors, rollers and more.  Enter the Bearing Delay System by MEAN ARMS.  MEAN Arms has developed a new innovative take on the 9mm delay blowback design using ball bearings.  Lefty and David also talk about MEAN's Hybrid triggers, Hybrid handguards, ENDOMAGS and their new EXOMAGS



The heart of MEAN Arms Bearing Delay Upper Receiver is the unique ball bearing bolt carrier group (BCG). The ball bearings interface with corresponding features in the barrel extension and provide the lockup in battery and the delay after firing. The system can be tuned by replacing a "Lifter" to change the angle of the surfaces that push the bearings from the inside of the BCG. The bolt face includes a unique center ejector to provide the most consistent ejection of any 9mm AR on the market. With 3 bearings allowing 50% more contact surface area than a traditional roller delay. This means that even with the higher pressures of modern ammunition, the Bearing Delay system has greater durability than any roller delay.



MEAN LLC is a manufacturer that specializes in custom firearm development and product innovation. We develop in-house engineering solutions that range from complete firearms to custom-designed parts.



The MEAN goal is to innovate:  Do what hasn’t been done. Provide first-rate service and always deliver QUALITY, INNOVATION and RELIABILITY.



David Lucas MEAN ARMS EXOMAG - Talking Lead Podcast



MEAN ARMS BEARING DELAY BLOWBACK SYSTEM - TALKING LEAD PODCAST



BALL BEARING DELAY BLOW BACK SYSTEM MEAN ARMS - TALKING LEAD PODCAST

Talking Lead 516 – Blowback! New Bearing Delay System: MEAN Arms

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Tired of getting gifts from family and friends that don't quite meet your expectations and just plain suck? Would you like to know exactly what to get that someone that has everything?  In this episode Lefty and Ton Jones will guide you through the murky and treacherous waters of Holiday gift giving and receiving.  The guys lay out exactly what and where you can find the perfect gift for anyone on your gift-giving list.  If cost is a factor don't worry we've got you covered with affordable ideas and discount codes.  If money is no object, we've got suggestions for you Elon-Musk-Elbow-Rubbing-Money-Burners too.  Grab your Leadi™ and fill it with your favorite adult beverage, fire up the laptops and get those credit cards ready to melt 'cause here we go!







Links to shopping sites we like:







https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/smartphone-controlled-paper-airplane







https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/bluetooth-banana-phone







https://odditymall.com/



https://gun.deals/



https://missionfirsttactical.com/achro-22l-edc-backpack-slick/







https://defiantmunitions.com/45-70-400gr-tcxs-mad-pig-total-copper-x-panding-subsonic-defensive-ammunition/



https://seal1.com/



https://shomer-tec.com/

Talking Lead 515 – Gifts That Don’t Suck

Happy Thanksgiving Lead Heads!  Get your big forks and knives ready!! To make your Turkey Holiday even more delightful Lefty is serving up a hearty helping of entertaining Leaducation with Tommy of TNOUTDOORS9 fame.  Tommy is well respected in the industry as one of the top ballistics experts.  Lefty and Tommy cut it up in this episode with discussions on the Smith and Wesson Micro 9mm, Best EDC Ammo, Ruger 9mm PC Carbine, Monkey suits, Mountain Lions, Hickok45, .224 Valkyrie, up coming projects and more!    Plus we are joined by Mr. Holt with Whiskey River Beef for, not 1, but 2 special announcements (Exclusive Discount and Giveaway!).  Bon Appetite Lead Heads!  



P.S. Here's a quick link to our Epic 100th YT video we refer to in this episode

Talking Lead 514 – Ballistic Talk with TNOUTDOORS9

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Light Machine Guns is the topic for this month's edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER.  Historian, Author and former Spetsnaz Soldier Marco Vorobiev joins Lefty and Andrew from Century Arms to talk about the history, development, use and types of Light Machine Guns.  We mainly focus on the development of the Soviet RPK , its predecessor and its derivatives.   Marco explains how other LMGs and MGs lead to the RPKs development and implementation within the Soviet Military.  Marco's book, AK-47 Survival And Evolution Of The World's Most Prolific Gun, is a great resource for obtaining detailed and insightful knowledge that you will get nowhere else on the AK-47.

Talking Lead 513 – AK KORNER S5 Ep10: Light Machine Guns

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: We talk about the rebirth of the old Buck Knives' Buckmaster model 184 and 185 to the new Buckmaster Combat Dive Knife Pro (CDP) model 084.  Nearly 40 years have past since the first Buckmaster hit the market which was made insanely popular by the Rambo: First Blood movie.  



Joining Lefty to talk about the history of the Buckmaster and the development of the CDP are:  CJ Buck, CEO and Chairman of Buck Knives; Richard Neyman, Historian, Author and Developer: Commander DT Coulter, "SEAL" United States Navy Retired and Developer.  Commander Coulter's 55 year journey to finding the Ultimate Dive Knife has led to the development and production of the new Buckmaster 2.0 Combat Diver model 084.

Talking Lead 512 – Combat Dive Knife Pro: Buck Knives’ Buckmaster 2.0

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  Rafael Del Valle with BERSA USA joins Lefty to tell us about their new stainless steal 45acp 1911 line of pistols.  Starting off with four models each offered in standard mil-spec five inch barreled configuration 1911s with enhanced features. Big serrations, AMERIGLO tritium night sights, ambidextrous safety and VZ grips.  Two will be entry level versions starting around MSRP $699 available in flat dark earth and black.  Next level up will be brushed stainless steal and the high-end 1911 will be offered in polished stainless steel.  As time goes on they will offer their 1911s in 10mm and 9mm and future models will be polymer.  In addition to the new 1911, BERSA earlier this year, released their new line of BERSA AR Rifles (BAR). To complement their rifle line BERSA will be offering AR parts such as drop-in Triggers, muzzle devices, charging handles, handguards, etc.  Also on the BERSA menu are two new polymer striker fired pistols and the big news is a... BERSA line of Silencers!  







Rafael Del Valle of BERSA USA demoing the new 1911



LEFTY and Rafael Talking BERSA 1911



LEFTY with the new BERSA 1911 45acp



LEFTY shooting the BERSA 1911

Talking Lead 511 – BERSA Stainless Steal 1911

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  We recap the highlights of our visit to the IraqVeteran8888 (IV8888) annual range day event.  Lefty, Evan (@floodmunitions) and Danny (Dip-Stick Branding) talk about all the cool guns, gear and peeps we ran into during this exclusive invite only Range Day in Georgia.  Bersa's new 1911, MEAN Arms' new 9mm baring delay upper, loud-ass 50bmgs, cannons, amazing steaks and more. We also talk about elephants, alligators and Brawndo (It's got what plants crave)!   Plus we announce how to win one of the new Talking Lead Logo Tee-Shirts from Dip-Stick Branding.  







 



Talking Lead Podcast 510 - IV8888 Range Day Recap Evan Floodman, Danny Bronson, Lefty



Lefty at 2023 IV8888 Range Day



Lefty at IV8888 Range Day 2023



Eric IV8888 Loading Cannon Range Day 2023

Talking Lead 510 – Range Day Madness Recap

Hug Your AK Day is October 18th!  Post your pics and tag @talkinglead & @studentofthe-gun Use #hugyourAKday 
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In this month's edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER:  Chaaarge! The feared Bayonet. The “Bayonne dagger” aka “bayonet” began it's life as a small hunting dagger in the late 1500s, a century before it evolved into the the edged weapon placed on the muzzle of a rifle.  Guest experts this episode:  Marco Vorobiev (Author, Historian & Former Spetsnaz Soldier); Paul Markel (Author, Host: Student Of The Gun & Former USMC) & Rich Neyman (Author: Buck 184 Buckmaster and Buck Phrobis 188 M9 Bayonet Authorized Histories).



We start off with a little history of the Bayonet, as used for military purposes (the 1600s to modern day), and as we continue the guys share personal stories of using Bayonets during their military careers and share information on Bayonets in their personal collections.  We field listener questions and one lucky listener will win a signed copy of Rich's M9 Bayonet book! 



Lefty, Marco Vorobiev, Rich Neyman & Paul Markel showing off Bayonet Collections - Talking Lead Podcast AK KORNER Bayonets



Lefty, Marco Vorobiev, Rich Neyman & Paul Markel Showing each other's books - Talking Lead Podcast AK KORNER Bayonets



Lefty, Marco Vorobiev, Rich Neyman & Paul Markel - Talking Lead Podcast AK KORNER Bayonets



Richard Neyman's M9 Bayonet Book - Talking Lead Podcast AK KORNER

Talking Lead 509 – AK KORNER S5 Ep9: Bayonets

In this special episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  The Greatest Big Game Hunter and Conservationist of all time, Jim Shockey joins Lefty for a very personal and intimate conversation about his new book CALL ME HUNTER, the recent passing of his loving wife,  his Hand Of Man Museum in British Columbia, his life full of adventures and much more.  



Before we get into talking about his new book, CALL ME HUNTER, Jim shares some loving memories of his wife Louise Shockey including a funny story that involves a famous mustached 1980's actor that drove a red Ferrari.



CALL ME HUNTER: 25 years in the making, Jim Shockey's debut into the fiction mystery/thriller novel world is a bullseye!  Jim talks with Lefty about how a life full of adventure, international art collecting and world traveling lead to this mind boggling, interactive work of art.



Next we get into some great hunting stories and strange encounters that Jim experienced during his extensive World travels. One story may or may not involve a Sasquatch.  Plus we get a hint of what's to come from Jim's next book, his TV shows, his Hand Of Man Museum and much more! 



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Jim Shockey on the Talking Lead Podcast - Call Me Hunter



Jim Shockey on the Talking Lead Podcast - Call Me Hunter

Talking Lead 508 – Jim Shockey: “Call Me Hunter”

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: PART 2...Special guest – CW4 (R) Greg Coker served 22 years in the U.S. Army, 15 years as an AH-6 “Little Bird” attack helicopter instructor pilot who was specially recruited, assessed, and selected in the Army’s only Special Operations Helicopter unit, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. He was one of the senior Lead Instructor Pilots and planner responsible for planning and executing special operations missions in support of our nation’s most elite special operations units, 75th Ranger Regiment and 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta.



Greg’s book, Death Waits in the Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss! Is about a Night Stalker at war. This is the story of an attack helicopter pilot who flew with the renowned 160th Special Operations Regiment (Airborne), and the incredible friendships Greg Coker and his fellow compatriots forged in the heat of combat. The Battle of Mogadishu, the Osama bin Laden mission, and the Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi raid are just some of their exploits that have made it through to the public.



Blades for Brothers supports, empowers, and enriches the lives of America’s veterans, combat-wounded veterans, first responders, and families of fallen service members, by providing opportunities for those veterans to bond with their brothers over common experience and interests, and provide a faith-based, understanding environment to experience the fun and fellowship of blacksmithing and the bond shared by all veterans by sponsoring their participation in knifemaking events, attending blade shows, and learning from some of the top knife makers in the industry.

Talking Lead 507 – Part 2 Greg Coker “Death Waits In The Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss”

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In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  Special guest - CW4 (R) Greg Coker served 22 years in the U.S. Army, 15 years as an AH-6 “Little Bird” attack helicopter instructor pilot who was specially recruited, assessed, and selected in the Army’s only Special Operations Helicopter unit, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. He was one of the senior Lead Instructor Pilots and planner responsible for planning and executing special operations missions in support of our nation’s most elite special operations units, 75th Ranger Regiment and 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta.



Greg's book,  Death Waits in the Dark: Six Guns Don't Miss!  Is about a Night Stalker at war. This is the story of an attack helicopter pilot who flew with the renowned 160th Special Operations Regiment (Airborne), and the incredible friendships Greg Coker and his fellow compatriots forged in the heat of combat.  The Battle of Mogadishu, the Osama bin Laden mission, and the Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi raid are just some of their exploits that have made it through to the public.



Blades for Brothers supports, empowers, and enriches the lives of America’s veterans, combat-wounded veterans, first responders, and families of fallen service members, by providing opportunities for those veterans to bond with their brothers over common experience and interests, and provide a faith-based, understanding environment to experience the fun and fellowship of blacksmithing and the bond shared by all veterans by sponsoring their participation in knifemaking events, attending blade shows, and learning from some of the top knife makers in the industry.

Talking Lead 506 – Part 1 Greg Coker “Death Waits In The Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss”

In this World Record episode of the Talking Lead Podcast:  Our special guests Ton Jones (Airforce Air Guns), Tyler Patner (Pyramyd Air) and Jason Wilson (Lucid Optics) give us play-by-play of Ton's World Record Breaking 2058 yard (1.17 mile) Airgun Rifle Shot.  Using a custom Airforce Air Guns' Texan 308 with a Shaw Barrel 1-14 twist and Lucid Optics MLx 4.5-18x44 scope at the NRA Whittington Center in New Mexico.   We go into the details of everything leading up to this impressive feat and events that transpired after.  Jason shares a hilarious video of Ton running a 3-Gun stage with a cringe-worthy wipe out!  Tyler and Jason give some news on the latest products from Pyramyd Air and Lucid Optics' 40% Off sale going on now!  



Ton Jones - World Record Longest Airgun Rifle Shot *1.17 miles 2023 - Talking Lead Podcast



Gear Used for World Record Longest Airgun Shot - 2023 by Ton Jones



Talking Lead Podcast - 2023 World Record Longest Airgun Shot - Ton Jones, Jason Wilson, Tyler Patner & Lefty

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