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Travis Tomasie of the United States Army Marksmanship Unit joins Rob to talk about his introduction to competitive shooting, his guns, tips for competitive shooters and more.

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Looking for a gift for the hard-to-please shooter?  You’re sure to find the perfect gift below!

Monkey Knuts – $6.95

For anyone that would enjoy slinging a 3/4” stainless steel ball bearing on their keychain.

Why? Because you can’t go wrong with a name like Knut Buster!
Buy it here!

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Stephen Hunter’s “Dead Zero” – $14.82

For the reader that enjoys an author who knows his guns.

Why? Because no one can turn down a good Bob Lee Swagger story!

Warning:  This book releases on December 28th, but any fan will take an IOU

Buy it here!

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Nikon SpotOn Ballistics iPhone Application – $4.99

For the techie long range shooter who can’t put away the iPhone

Read more about this app

iTunes store page

Why? Because we need another justification for that iPhone purchase.

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Swisstech Utilikey – $8.65

For the gadget geek that’s too stylish to carry a Leatherman on their belt.

Why? Because those Christmas gifts may need opening and assembly before the real tools get opened.

Buy it here!

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Quark Mini AA2 – $31.20 + Free Shipping

For the security minded person in need of a high quality EDC flashlight.

Why? Because deep down, everybody’s afraid of the dark.

Buy it here!
Read this review

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KaBar TDI Law Enforcement Knife (Small) – $33.59

For the handgunner who wants a knife that draws like a handgun.

Why? Because sometimes guns need to be taken back.

Buy it here!

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Battle Bears – $29.99

For the youngest member of the family who wants to be “tactical”.

Why? Because nothing says “Don’t kidnap me!” like a teddy bear in Multicam.
Buy it here!

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Boresnake  – $6.26 – $21.95

For the shooter who hates to clean their guns.

Why? Because now they will be without excuse!
For Handguns – $6.53 -$15.26
For Rifles – $6.26 – $16.29
For Shotguns – 13.74 – 21.95

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Magpul Dynamics – The Art of the Dynamic Handgun (4 Disc Set) – $49.99

For the Magpul fanboys(or girls)

Why? Because everyone loves to sit on the couch and watch Chris Costa roll in the dirt.

Buy it here!

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SOG Tactical Tomahawk – $38.10

For the person fixated on historical weapons.(Think revolver shooters)

Why? Because everyone wants one, but they’re just to embarrassed to add it to the list.

Buy it here!

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Rangelog.com – Free service or Premium for $7.95/mo or $29.95/yr

For the numbers geek that tracks every round sent downrange.

Why? Because paper is so last year!

Use the promo code: PersonalArmamentPodcast for 90 days of free PREMIUM access

Check it out here!

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Brass Flowers – Starting at $28

For the ladies that want to show their shooter cred and still wear stylish jewelry.

Why? Because nothing says Merry Christmas like repurposed brass.

Buy it here!

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The Ultimate Cliploader – $23

For the rimfire shooters who buy ammo by the case.

Why? Because bullets don’t jump into magazines on their own.
Buy it here!
Works with: Ruger Mark II, III & Hunter, Ruger 22/45, Colt Woodsmen Mag., Old Military High Standard, Newer High Standard, Browning Buckmark Pistols, Stoeger Luger

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Warren Tactical Sevigny Carry Rear Sight ~$45

For the shooter who blacked out the white dots on their rear sights.

Why? Because it’ll make you shoot like Dave Sevigny!

More info
Prices vary dependent on the handgun
Pair this with a Dawson Precision fiber optic front sight…

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Ranger Up Shirts – $18 to $25

For the shooters who need a special outfit just for the range.

• I am the sheepdog – $19.99
• 2A Shirt – $25
• Carbon Footprint – $18
• Ultimate Authority Revolvers – $22
• Sons of Liberty – $22
• No dangerous weapons, only dangerous men – $22
• Chicks dig shooters – $22
• Gun Flag – $19.99

Use the code PERSONALARMAMENT for 15% off any of these shirts!

Why? Because you haven’t been there or done that unless you have the t-shirt!

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Dave’s Book – Handgun Combatives – $23.95

For the hadgunner who wants to learn without watching Chris Costa roll around in the dirt.

Why? Because Dave Spaulding is the man!  He does a fantastic job of explaining complicated subjects and infusing a healthy dose of reality.

Buy it here!

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California Competition Works 8 Magazine Pouch – $24.95

For the shooter who stores his handgun mags in a cardboard box.

Why? Because everyone should have 8 lint-collecting pockets to stick their mags into!

Buy it here!

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Kershaw Ken Onion Blackout with Speed Safe – $45.78

For those that want a fast opening knife that isn’t a switchblade.

Why? Because not everyone wants a fixed blade.
Buy it here!

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Radians Custom Molded Earplugs – $11.04

For the shooter who doesn’t want to mess up their hair, but wants comfortable, custom earplugs.

Why? Because you know you want to see someone else stick goo in their ear.

Buy it here!

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Lyman Combo Powder Funnel Pan- $6.09

For the reloader who weighs every single charge.

Why? So there is less stuff on the reloading bench.

Buy it here!

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Martial Blade Concepts – The Enhanced Version – $29.95

For the knife guy who wants some practical and realistic training.

Why? Because who doesn’t want to learn to make that scary face?

Buy it here!

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USPSA or IDPA Membership – $40/year

For the shooter who loves to play.

Join USPSA

Join IDPA

Why? Because everyone can use some more game!

So what do you think?

Are there glaring holes in the list?

Did I leave anyone out?

Be sure to email this to those that may be purchasing gifts for you this holiday season!

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Zak Smith, match organizer, joins Rob to discuss the annual Steel Safari Match.

More info

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Sgt. Danny Weaver, match organizer, joins Rob to discuss the annual FNH Leupold Long Range Precision Competition at Ft. Meade.

More info

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Blake Miguez, USPSA/IPSC shooter joins Rob.

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Phil Strader joins Rob and they discuss:

• His intro to shooting and the shooting sports
• Dry-fire practice
• If he could change police training…

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Matt Burkett joins Rob to share his perspective on self-evaluation, mindset, the shooters toolboxes, and much more.

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Iain Harrison, winner of Top Shot, joins Rob.

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Max Michel joins Rob to discuss his seven area championships this year and the steel challenge.

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JJ Racaza comes on the show to discuss how he got started in the shooting sports as well as his experiences from Top Shot and the recent Steel Challenge.

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Peter Palma of Top Shot fame joins Rob to discuss Top Shot, behind the scenes, etc.

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Max Michel and Bob Vogel come on the podcast and discuss their practical shooting success this year.  Bob and Max are both fresh off of their wins(Bob-Limited, Max-Open) at the Area 5 Championship.  Listen to their stories, strategies, and insights.

We recorded the show live on Monday and had a caller ask a great question about how to get his son involved in practical shooting.

Check out video of Bob at the Area 5 Championship.

Call (660) 207-1239 and leave questions or suggestions on the voicemail or e-mail me.