We Like Shooting
We Like Shooting - Ep 687
November 2, 2026
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Guests: Sean Maloney – https://secondcalldefense.org
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Shootingnewsweekly
ZeroTech Adjustable BDC Turret
ZeroTech has released an adjustable BDC turret designed to work with any load by allowing users to set custom ballistic drop compensation markings. The turret enables faster ranging, dialing, and shooting compared to traditional methods by combining elevation adjustment with a customizable BDC scale that can be tailored to specific ammunition ballistics.
Availability: New product release covered by Shooting News Weekly
Special: User-configurable BDC scale that can be adjusted for any specific load to enable direct range dialing
Thetruthaboutguns
Ruger American Predator .308 Hunting Setup
The article details a suppressed hunting configuration of the Ruger American Predator bolt-action rifle in .308 Winchester, featuring a 22-inch spiral fluted barrel with burnt bronze Cerakote finish, Green Splatter Gen II stock, AI-style 3-round magazine, and 5/8×24 threading. It is paired with a Primary Weapons Systems BDE 762 suppressor, HORUS HoVR 5-20x50mm riflescope (multiple reticle options), Accu-Tac PC-4 bipod, and Federal Fusion 165-grain bonded soft-point ammunition for whitetail deer at 100-200 yards. The setup emphasizes value, accuracy, and practical hunting enhancements like suppression and stable shooting support.
Availability: Widely available at retailers (tested and reviewed in 2026 article)
Cost: $769
Special: Threaded 5/8×24 spiral fluted barrel with burnt bronze Cerakote finish, compatible with .30 caliber suppressors such as the PWS BDE 762
Thefirearmblog
Spartan Pocket Pod
The Spartan Pocket Pod is a compact, foldable bipod designed to fit in a shooter’s pocket when not in use. It deploys quickly to provide a stable shooting platform for rifles or pistols and collapses into a small, portable unit.
Special: Folds down to pocket-sized form factor while deploying into a functional bipod with adjustable legs for stability Citation: [web:0]
Theoutdoorwire
Gun Owners of America Outdoor and Overlanding Experience
Gun Owners of America (GOA) has launched a new Outdoor and Overlanding Experience event focused on firearms owners interested in outdoor activities and vehicle-based adventure travel. Tickets for the event, referred to as GEAR Tickets, are now available per the November 2026 press release.
Availability: Tickets now available (announced November 2026)
Shootingwire
FLUX Defense Redux – Glock Gen 4/5
The FLUX Redux is a modern evolution of the original FLUX pistol chassis platform for Glock Gen 4 and Gen 5 pistols. It features upgraded materials (injection-molded composite developed to replace metal engine parts), improved ergonomics, a deeper and more secure pistol interface, smoother magazine release, spring-loaded auto-deploying brace/stock for rapid one-handed deployment, an all-new removable aluminum shroud with ambidextrous thumb ledges that accommodates ported/compensated pistols and suppressors, and retains the modular two-piece design with integrated spare magazine capability. It is explicitly not a firearm and is designed for compact carry in home defense, vehicle, bag, and close-quarters applications.
Availability: Available for preorder at FLUXDefense.com and authorized retailers such as Gallenson’s; official release and shipping on November 6, 2026 (currently sold out with waitlist).
Cost: $349.99
Special: Spring-loaded brace/stock system for rapid one-handed deployment combined with a removable aluminum shroud incorporating ambi thumb ledges and suppressor clearance.
Arken Optics USA (Nick)
Arken Optics Targetlock TL3000 Weapon-Mounted Ballistic Laser Rangefinder
The ARKEN TARGETLOCK TL3000 is a compact, lightweight weapon-mounted ballistic laser rangefinder featuring 3,000-yard ranging, instant ballistic solutions powered by the DNT Ballistic Engine, and Kestrel® connectivity. Built for PRS competition, long-range hunting, and precision shooting.
The Arken Optics Targetlock TL3000 is a weapon-mounted ballistic laser rangefinder designed for direct integration on firearms. It combines precise laser ranging with onboard ballistic computation to deliver rapid, compensated aiming solutions in a compact, rugged package suitable for tactical and long-range applications.
Availability: Available for purchase directly from Arken Optics USA website
Special: Integrated ballistic computer provides real-time compensated holdover or turret adjustment data based on ranged distance, environmental factors, and ammunition profile
Thefirearmblog
Atlas Defense CRC Compact Rail Carrier
The Atlas Defense CRC is a compact rail carrier designed as a lightweight, low-profile mounting solution for adding Picatinny rail sections or accessories to firearms without a full-length handguard. It provides a modular interface that maintains a slim profile while allowing users to attach optics, lights, or other gear directly to the carrier section.
Special: Compact, low-profile design that adds modular Picatinny rail capability while preserving a slim firearm profile and reducing overall weight compared to traditional handguards.
Gogunzee
GoGunZee E-Type Silhouette Targets
GoGunZee offers E-Type silhouette qualification targets made from AR500 steel, designed for pistol and rifle practice. The collection features durable, reactive steel targets in standard E-type silhouette shapes for training and competition use.
Availability: Available for purchase on gogunzee.com
Special: AR500 steel construction for durability against repeated impacts
Bullet Points
Thetruthaboutguns
Why Is My Suppressed AR-15 Still Loud?
A suppressor on an AR-15 primarily reduces muzzle blast from expanding propellant gases but does not eliminate the supersonic crack produced by standard 55-grain 5.56 ammunition traveling faster than the speed of sound. Additional noise sources include backpressure from the suppressor increasing gas flow through the direct-impingement system (often called “port pop” or gas to the face), barrel length, ammunition choice, and suppressor design. Switching to subsonic ammunition removes the crack but sacrifices velocity and ballistic performance; tuning the gas system or using flow-through suppressors can mitigate excess backpressure.
Availability: Range/competition (hearing-safe practical shooting and training with reduced muzzle blast but persistent supersonic crack or gas issues)
Special: Pro: Significantly reduces muzzle blast (typically 20-40 dB overall, bringing 165 dB unsuppressed 5.56 down to ~135-145 dB); Con: Supersonic crack remains with standard ammo; increased backpressure causes more gas to the face, fouling, and over-gassing on DI AR-15s.
Shootingnewsweekly
I'm Sorry Dave I'm Afraid I Can't Give You The Gun Related Answer You're Looking For
The article discusses AI systems refusing to provide information on firearms or gun-related topics, referencing the HAL 9000 line from 2001: A Space Odyssey. It highlights limitations in AI responses for queries involving guns, ammunition, or related technical details in the context of the firearms industry.
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Going Ballistic
Bearingarms
Treasury Department Releases Report on Debanking
The U.S. Treasury Department issued a report examining debanking practices, where financial institutions terminate relationships with customers in certain industries. The report highlights concerns over politically motivated or risk-based account closures affecting lawful businesses, including those in the firearms sector. Author Tom Knighton discusses the findings in the context of Second Amendment implications.
The Gist: Affects U.S. businesses and individuals in politically sensitive industries such as firearms, with nationwide scope
Impact: Highlights regulatory and political pressure on banks leading to viewpoint discrimination; may prompt legislative or regulatory reforms to protect lawful commerce
Bottom Line: Report confirms debanking occurs and disproportionately impacts gun-related businesses, underscoring need for stronger protections against financial censorship
Breitbart (Savage)
Report: Armed Citizens Stopped 36.6 Percent of Active Shooter Incidents from 2014 Through 2025
A report by CPRC president John Lott shows armed citizens stopped a third of all "active shooter incidents" from 2014 through 2025.
A new report covering active shooter incidents in the United States from 2014 to 2025 finds that armed citizens successfully intervened in 36.6% of cases. The data highlights the role of lawfully armed civilians in ending attacks before law enforcement arrival, based on analysis of incidents meeting the FBI’s active shooter criteria. The findings come from a detailed study tracking both civilian and law enforcement interventions over the 12-year period