Summary

Mark Koernke and Don discussed firearms, ammunition, and tactical self-defense on Weapons Wednesday. The episode covered pistol design history (1911, Browning High Power, Glock), caliber comparisons (9mm vs .45 ACP, .40 caliber, 5.45x39), and self-defense tactics including ambush response and weapon handling. They addressed structural weaknesses in AK-pattern rifles and advocated for manufacturers to produce AR-15 upper receivers in 5.45x39 to utilize abundant cheap Russian ammunition. The hosts also recommended budget-friendly firearms options like High Point pistols and Marlin Camp Carbines for arming family members and non-combatants, and discussed the presence of Canadian police at Detroit's Dream Cruise event.