The Big Tex Ordnance Podcast The BTO Crew

In this episode of the Big Tex Ordnance Podcast, hosts Ike and Chris are joined by special guests Steve Fisher from Sentinel Concepts and Cain Frey, a dedicated shooting enthusiast. The conversation kicks off with a lighthearted discussion about bourbon preferences and the importance of proper storage. Cain shares his experience competing in steel challenge events, emphasizing the welcoming and supportive atmosphere within the shooting community.The discussion then shifts to the latest precis...

Join Chris and Ike from Big Tex Ordnance as they sit down with Alex Hartmann from Ridgeline Defense and Jared Reston to discuss the exciting new Ridgeline LPR rifle. Alex dives deep into the design process and features of this innovative small-frame AR built for precision and reliability. Podcast Timeline00:03:50 - Overview of the Ridgeline facility and Bash Brothers training event00:16:50 - Detailed walkthrough of the Ridgeline LPR rifle's components and design00:30:40 - Extensive qual...

We are resharing a favorite episode, number 26, featuring Jack Clemons and Keith Finch. As we listen, we remember our dear friend Jack and the laughter and stories he brought to our lives. For over ten years, Jack was a constant presence in our corner of the industry. With his sense of humor, supportive nature, and knack for both wise and questionable advice, he made an indelible impact on us all. Join us in treasuring Jack's memory as we revisit this special conversation. He will be deeply m...

Rusty Firmin discusses his life and career in the British Special Air Service (SAS). He was forced to join the army at age 15 and initially hated it. Over time, he grew to enjoy the military lifestyle and joined the SAS in 1977 after serving in various units. Rusty details the grueling selection process for the SAS, which includes physical and mental challenges, jungle training in Belize, and close quarters combat training.A significant portion of the interview focuses on the 1980 Iranian Emb...

In this episode, Ike and Ian interview Robyn Sandoval, President of A Girl & A Gun, a nationwide women's shooting organization founded in 2011. Robyn shares how A Girl & A Gun started as a way to get more women involved in shooting sports through "Girls Night Out" events at ranges. The organization has since grown to have chapters in all 50 states, training over 40,000 women last year alone. Robyn discusses the various training events A Girl & A Gun holds, including their Nat...

In this episode, Chris and Ike from Big Tex Ordnance chat with Aaron Cowan and Jon Dufresne about training and gear. They discuss the importance of consistent practice and training, even for law enforcement officers. Aaron shares his perspective on why some police departments are switching to Staccato 2011 pistols and the potential training issues that may arise from that change. Jon talks about how he has evolved his class curriculums to better serve students at different skill levels. They ...