Lever Guns, Ammo Innovations & Suppressed Hunting | Gun Talk Nation

In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, we bring you exclusive insights from LeverFest, a special media event celebrating the red-hot lever-action rifle market. Host Ryan Gresham is joined by JJ Reich of Federal Premium Ammunition to explore groundbreaking ammo innovations and deep-dive into topics every firearms enthusiast will love.Key Topics Covered:Lever-action rifle calibers: .45-70 Gov’t, .44 Magnum, .45 Colt, .357 MagnumNew HammerDown ammo optimized for lever gunsSelf-defense ammo insights: .22 LR Punch, .327 Federal Magnum, Hydra-Shok DeepIntroduction of 7mm Backcountry: high-pressure cartridge made for suppressor useSubsonic rounds and suppressed hunting advantagesDiscussion on future trends: .32 caliber resurgence, revolver and suppressor fest ideasShotgun ammo updates: paper hull nostalgia & sporting clays innovationGear & Ammo Mentioned:Federal Premium: HammerDown, Hydra-Shok Deep, .22 LR Punch, Fusion, Terminal AscentVortex Viper Shotgun Enclosed Micro Red DotSmith & Wesson CSX E-SeriesRuger RXMSavage Revel .22Range Ready Training facility overviewDon’t Miss This If You’re Into:Lever guns and legacy firearmsBallistics, cartridge design, and hunting ammoSuppressors and tactical firearm setupsNew ammo tech and bullet bonding processesReal talk from industry insiders and gear nerdsLearn more at: federalpremium.comBe sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into firearms, ammo, and gear! What should the next "fest" be? RevolverFest? SuppressFest? Let us know below!This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Smith & Wesson, Range Ready Studios, Ruger, and Vortex Optics.For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC04.23.25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.