Episode 825: Are the New PRC’s Calibers Replacing Their Classic Counterparts?

What this episode covers

Mossberg VP Of Marketing Richard Kirk is a straight shooter; a no BS mentality delivered with a touch of humor. We sat down at the recent NRA Convention in Houston for a candid conversation spanning a myriad of topics. Highlights include: * Richard’s background/humble beginnings making $20K a year in NYC * What was it like working at Kimber with Ryan Busse? * A recent Alberta black bear hunt * The PRC Craze * God Bless Texas * Shorter barrels for hunting * It’s all threaded now * 590 Bliksem * The first gun Mossberg ever made (Brownie .22 Pistol) * Why did we get out of the pistol game recently? * What percentage of sales are shotguns vs rifles? * The incestuous nature of the firearm industry * How Richard ended up working for Mossberg * Dinner at 1 AM