A Break in the Action

Between Flushes: Chris P.

We can probably all agree that most of what we love about wingshooting doesn’t actually happen when the birds are in the air… it comes in the preparation, in the walking, and in the listening pauses.  In the quiet moments between flushes—when the gun is open, the dog is working, and there’s time to notice where you are and who you’re with.  It happens when the day is finished and, with a tired dog by your side, you reflect.I'm titling this series, Between Flushes, and I plan to add a few episodes to it each year.  The format will be a bit different…  less edited and more raw.  That is intentional; there’s no rush and nothing to brag about - no scorecard. Rather, just stories, perspective, and a chance to listen in on a conversation between two hunters.In this episode:Follow Chris on Instagram @montanasharpie17Our Sponsors:The Beretta GalleriesB&P ShotshellsDelaney & SonsNegrini CasesGuyette and DeeterCole Fine Guns and GunsmithingHave a comment or suggestion? Text Ryan now! (please note: this messenger does not allow for replies)Support the show

Stuff and Things #1

Shotguns usually have the limelight on A Break in the Action, but today’s episode is dedicated to the unsung heroes of the hunter, and not just what you carry into the field, but also the well-made pieces that fit into the rest of your life. The kind of items that earn their place over time: a knife that feels just right in the hand, boots that have stepped off almost as many miles as your dog, hand crafted leather accessories that you won’t find in the big box store, a briar pipe that’s become part of your hunting ritual... how about even the kind of travel luggage that makes packing for the next trip as satisfying as departing for it.In this episode, I’ll share with you a handful of my personal favorites and why I look forward to using them.  Each has earned a permanent place in my kit because they’re well-designed, durable, sometimes beautiful, and most importantly, they perform every single time they’re called on.In this episode:Crispi Upland ProLeChameau ChasseurCourteney SealousPurdey Leather Twin Strap BootsBuck 110Benchmade 940 OsbournFontenille Pataud LaguioleJoin or Die Knives - Blueridge Bird & TroutBlake Jones Designs Leather Game BagPeterson of Dublin Briar PipesWestward Bag Co. Bison DuffleNalpak Tuffpak CaseOur Sponsors:The Beretta GalleriesB&P ShotshellsDelaney & SonsNegrini CasesGuyette and DeeterCole Fine Guns and GunsmithingHave a comment or suggestion? Text Ryan now! (please note: this messenger does not allow for replies)Support the show

Hit or Miss with Jonny Carter

If you look back through the history of the double-barreled shotgun, nearly every significant step forward — every design change that eventually became a standard — started out as something that at first might have looked or sounded a little odd.  When the first hammerless actions appeared, traditionalists thought they were unsafe. When over/unders began to replace side-by-sides on the gun line and the competition circuit, some swore it was the end of elegance. Even things we take for granted today — like sub gauges, interchangeable choke tubes, or single triggers — once struck people as gimmicks destined to fade away.But the truly significant developments? They might start as new-fangled or trendy, but then prove themselves. They endure not because they’re fashionable, but because they actually make the gun better — stronger, safer, more efficient, more durable, more beautiful, or more effective in the field.And that’s today's topic — Jonny Carter and I will be discussing a few dozen items, separating the genuine advancements from the gimmicks, and thoughtful design from marketing buzz. We’re going to go through some shotgun options and share our opinion on whether they are a Hit or a Miss.In this episode:TGS KitchenHolt's #1554 Edwinson Green & Son triple barrelOur Sponsors:The Beretta GalleriesB&P ShotshellsDelaney & SonsNegrini CasesGuyette and DeeterCole Fine Guns and GunsmithingHave a comment or suggestion? Text Ryan now! (please note: this messenger does not allow for replies)Support the show

The Grouse Hunting Episode

Today, we are discussing grouse hunting —specifically in the Upper Midwest—where a century of wingshooting tradition runs deep.  If you drew a map around America's prime grouse cover, it would definitely include a huge swath stretching from northern Wisconsin across northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula and into the timber country of Minnesota… Finding a good general area to hunt is pretty easy, but how do you dial in on the best spots to spend your time? Joined my Ben Brettingen of OnX and a professional grouse hunting guide - we'll learn how to maximize your chances for success when pursuing the KING of all gamebirds - the ruffed grouse.In this episode:OnXMeemos FarmOur Sponsors:The Beretta GalleriesB&P ShotshellsDelaney & SonsNegrini CasesGuyette and DeeterCole Fine Guns and GunsmithingHave a comment or suggestion? Text Ryan now! (please note: this messenger does not allow for replies)Support the show

CÆSAR GUERINI with Wes Lang

My guest today is Wes Lang, President of Caesar Guerini.  I am excited to bring you this fascinating story of Wes’s background, some of his philosophy, and ultimately what led to the creation of such an impactful and popular brand.Our Sponsors:The Beretta GalleriesB&P ShotshellsDelaney & SonsNegrini CasesGuyette and DeeterCole Fine Guns and GunsmithingHave a comment or suggestion? Text Ryan now! (please note: this messenger does not allow for replies)Support the show