The Gun Rack

In this episode of The Gun Rack, Christian Sequerra is joined by SDI co-hosts Steve Ross, Jarred McNeely, and Rick Casner to welcome Jim Schlender (Group Publisher) and Luke Hardell (Editor-in-Chief) from Gun Digest. The group dives into the enduring legacy of Gun Digest—which has been a staple in the firearms community since 1944—and discusses how the industry has transitioned from traditional pr...

This week Christian sits down with Steve Ross and SDI grads Owen Chambers and Talon Jayne, and we’re joined by Brandon Golob from Freedom Protective Gear and HolsterSupply.com. If you’ve ever walked a gun show and seen a guy making holsters in real time — talking, selling, adjusting retention, and running what looks like a one-man assembly line — that’s Brandon. In this episode we cover: • How he...

Christian and Steve are joined by Rick Casner (Program Director), Bart Miller (Firearms Specialist), and SDI grads Owen Chambers and Talon Jayne to break down industry trends, booth culture, and how SHOT Show continues to function as a meeting point for manufacturers, retailers, educators, and working gunsmiths. The conversation also covers recent updates to SDI’s firearms programs, including expa...

The Gun Rack | Innovation, FRTs, and the Fight That Shaped a Case This week Christian and Steve sit down with SDI’s Chief Academic Officer, Jarred McNeely, and Lawrence DeMonico of Rare Breed Triggers. We cover the origin of forced reset triggers, why Rare Breed planned for a legal fight from day one, what the court ruling actually requires for an FRT to be lawful, and hard-won lessons for innovat...

In this episode of The Gun Rack, SDI’s Rick Casner and Bart Miller join Christian and Steve to talk all things hunting prep—from a gunsmith’s perspective and a retailer’s. Whether you're helping clients get their gear field-ready or stocking up your store before the seasonal rush, this episode covers: • Common mistakes hunters make (and how to help them avoid disaster) • How to prep your gunsmithi...

Everyone starts somewhere. Whether it was a rusty old .410 passed down from family or a brand-new High Point off the shelf, your first firearm says a lot about your journey. On this episode of The Gun Rack, Christian and Steve are joined by SDI Firearm Specialist Bart Miller—who brings over 30 years of gunsmithing experience—to dive into stories from the SDI community and share what makes a first...

The Return of SDI’s Official Podcast. Mauser rifles, military stories, and what it really takes to teach gunsmithing online. We cover it all in the debut episode of The Gun Rack. Christian and Steve sit down with SDI’s Chief Academic Officer, Jarred McNeely, for a wide-ranging conversation about firearms education, student success, and why learning online doesn’t mean learning alone. Also in this...

We've made it to 200 episodes of The Gun Rack! On this very special episode, Drew reminisces on some of his favorite moments, Joey shares his essential firearms from his collection, and they share some very important info—all this and so much more on this commemorative edition of The Gun Rack. - Be sure to send your thoughts on the kinds of content you want on The Gun Rack to marketing@sdi.edu . ...

Last week, we took a look at what Guns.com had as their picks for the ultimate survival guns available. This week, we are talking about the survival guns that you and other websites picked as your ultimate choice. - The Gun Rack is the official podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute's School of Firearms Technology. For more info about how SDI can help you get your career in gunsmithing started, visit...

Say that you're stuck in the unknown wilderness and you could choose any firearm to aid you in hunting and self-defense. What firearm do you choose? That's the question that Alexander Reville of Guns.com is tackling and we're here to talk about it. Be sure to comment on what firearm you would choose in that scenario! - Article source: https://www.guns.com/news/2024/05/29/what-is-ultimate-survival-...

If you are a small business owner, you know that to sell in the online marketplace effectively, it is crucial you use solid photographs of your product. That is why we've brought Chris Beller, SVP of PVS Studios to discuss ways that you can improve your photography, no matter your budget! All this and more on this edition of The Gun Rack! - Learn more about PVS Studios here: https://www.pvsstudios...

This week, we're taking another behind-the-scenes look into some of the operations at SDI to see how FFL Coordinator Tadeo Garza assures that students receive what they need to succeed in their firearms courses. We talk about this and more on this episode of The Gun Rack. - The Gun Rack is the official podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute's School of Firearms Technology. To find out more about what...

This week on the pod, Drew sits down with SDI graduate and Owner of Tyro Firearms, Josh Jenkins as they discuss his time at SDI, the joy he finds in restoring firearms, and even a little espionage. All this and more on this episode of The Gun Rack! - Keep up with Josh on the Tyro Firearms YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4bVaOFtuYikVMUPf68cQ8g/videos   - The Gun Rack is the offic...

We're finishing up the story of the Saratoga Campaign this week on The Gun Rack. Learn how Benedict Arnold and the Continental Army defeated John Burgoyne's Brits in a decisive battle in the first half of the American Revolution. - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). To learn more about SDI, head over to our website at www.sdi.edu . 

This week, Drew tackles one of the most important campaigns during the early days of the American Revolution, the Saratoga Campaign. From discussing the prelude to the campaign to each side's strategies, and even how much of a bum they believe Horatio Gates is, there's plenty to dig into on this episode of The Gun Rack! - The Gun Rack is the official podcast of the Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) S...

This week, Drew goes into the history of the firearms that helped the Prussians become a world power. We're talking about, of course, the Dreyse! All this in the week's educational episode of The Gun Rack. - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). Learn more about SDI by checking out our website at www.sdi.edu . 

It's that time of year once again, folks...Firearms Draft Season!! Join the Gun Rack guys for over 90 minutes of pure firearms talk on this 3rd annual SDI Firearms Draft. - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). For more info about how you can get started at SDI, check out our website at www.sdi.edu . 

We have a very special episode of The Gun Rack in store for you guys today! SDI's Chief Academic Officer and Dean of the School of Firearms Technology, Jarred McNeely, joins us on the pod to discuss how SDI selects the firearms they send to their students. An insightful look into the behind-the-scenes of SDI! - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute. To find out...

Essential for the survival of American pilgrims, the Fowler played a pivotal (albeit, somewhat forgotten) role in the early history of our nation. Today, Joey sheds some light on this relic from the colonial frontier. - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). To find out more, please head to our website at www.sdi.edu . 

We're back again with another firearms history episode and this week, we're taking a quick look at the Russian rifle that helped win The Battle of Stalingrad, the Mosin-Nagant.  - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Insitute (SDI). For more info about how SDI can help you build your firearms foundation, visit our website at www.sdi.edu . 

For the first in, well, forever, the boys are embracing March Madness with a little madness of their own. We're pitting 8 handguns against each other in a bracket-style tournament to see which one comes out on top! All this and more on this week's episode of The Gun Rack! (*Keep an eye out on SDI's social media channels for the bracket, so that you can take part in the madness too) - The Gun Rack...

This week, we had the privilege of sitting down with Owen Chambers, who was recently named SDI's Outstanding Graduate of 2023. We had a great time discussing his SDI journey, his role in creating an unofficial SDI student Discord, and much more. All this on this week's episode of The Gun Rack! - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Insitute. For more info about how SDI c...

"THE GUN THAT WON 2 WORLD WARS!"...What else is there to say about the M1911? This week, Drew shares a brief history of how this iconic firearm came into being. - Did you know that SDI offers 1911 Advanced Armorer as an elective option? To find out more about this course, you can read our article here: https://sdi.edu/sonoran-desert-institute-brings-back-their-1911-course/   - The Gun Rack is the...

We've been teasing this episode for a hot second and it is finally here! This week, Joey goes over some commonly suggested CC handguns for women and gives his thoughts on which firearms he thinks are the best. All this and more on this episode of The Gun Rack! - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Insitute (SDI). To find out more about how SDI can help you get started i...

Inspired by his recent trip to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, PA, Drew attempts to break down the entire build-up, conflict, and fall-out of one of the most important events in American history...should be easy to do, right? - The Gun Rack is the official firearms podcast of Sonoran Desert Institute. For more info about how SDI can help you get started in the world of firearms techno...