".308 ammunition"
17 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke discussed FEMA activity in Michigan, particularly a reported deployment of 350+ vehicles to Oscoda, and urged listeners to monitor airports, fairgrounds, Walmarts, and abandoned facilities across Michigan counties for suspicious activity. He covered firearms recommendations, emphasizing the Bear Creek Arsenal BC-10 .308 rifle as an affordable main battle rifle option, and discussed preparedness including hard currency, barter systems, and essential supplies like coffee and batteries. Koernke also criticized incoming Secretary of State Marco Rubio as Israel-first and warned of continued globalist infiltration despite Trump's election, while addressing voter fraud investigations in Michigan and communist Chinese influence in state politics.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons, ammunition, and tactical gear on Weapons Wednesday, January 4, 2017. He covered the M1 Garand rifle, its continued relevance in modern conflicts, and practical solutions for carrying ammunition using MOLLE gear and cartridge belts. Koernke provided detailed information on sourcing .30-06 and .308 ammunition from UNAMMO.com, reviewed equipment sales at Coleman's.com including grenade pouches and gloves, and discussed lubricants and maintenance. He also announced receipt of new surplus equipment including Kevlar helmet covers, Austrian mountain jackets, and Flecktarn camouflage gear for his preparedness program.
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Mark Koernke opened with the patriotic poem 'Visitor From the Past,' then discussed firearms and tactical gear, focusing extensively on the PTR-91 rifle platform, HK91 magazines, ammunition sourcing, and related equipment. He provided detailed product recommendations and pricing information from vendors like CDNN and Centerfire City. The show included multiple commercial segments for Republic Magazine, silver health products, tactical gear, and toothpaste. Koernke concluded with a lengthy monologue from what appears to be a television program critiquing American exceptionalism and comparing U.S. rankings in various metrics to other developed nations.
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Mark Koernke discussed Taiwan's highway runway operations and military preparedness, drawing parallels to Swedish and Norwegian defense strategies. He covered improvised runway capabilities, aircraft landing gear specifications, and the DC-3/C-47 as examples of rugged aircraft. The show featured extensive commentary on weapons systems, emphasizing the need for penetration and heavier calibers over lighter firearms, with discussion of armor-piercing incendiary ammunition. Koernke addressed robotoid and drone threats, advocating for larger caliber weapons and discussing tactical responses. A caller named George from Texas reported on a police officer assault case in Texas where prosecutors refused to charge the suspect, and Koernke emphasized the importance of citizens understanding their legal rights to self-defense.
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Mark Koernke discussed firearms inventory and pricing, focusing on surplus handguns including Browning High Powers and FEG 32 ACP pistols available through AIM Surplus. He fielded caller questions about 8mm Mauser rifles, .308 caliber weapons, and recommended the PTR-91 as an affordable HK-clone alternative with inexpensive magazines. The show covered ammunition sources, rifle specifications, and barrel length considerations. In the second half, Koernke addressed the Bundy Ranch militia situation, discussed bullet runout precision in .50 caliber shooting, and took calls about gun confiscation bills, Houston's pro-LGBT policies, and political primary results.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons systems and preparedness, focusing on affordable .308 rifles like the PTR-91 and the importance of stockpiling magazines. He extensively analyzed a mass stabbing incident in California, attributing it to psychiatric drugs like Prozac and alleging government involvement in creating violence through pharmaceutical manipulation. Koernke connected the incident to broader themes of social engineering, common core education targeting male students, and what he characterized as coordinated efforts to destabilize the nation. He criticized the pharmaceutical industry, psychiatric establishment, and anti-gun activists, arguing that drug manufacturers knowingly create violent side effects for political purposes.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons systems and ammunition on Weapons Wednesday, focusing on rifle platforms including the AR-10, M1A, M14, HK91, FAL, and various AK-pattern rifles in .308 and 7.62x54R. He covered optics mounting systems, night vision technology from guest Don, and ammunition availability from vendors like UnAmmo and AmmoMan. The episode included extensive caller discussion comparing .30-06 and .308 cartridges, with analysis from Boston's Gun Bible. Koernke emphasized the Bundy Ranch situation and the importance of militia preparedness, weapon system redundancy, and long-range marksmanship capabilities.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition availability and firearms preparedness, focusing on .303 British rifle ammunition from AIM Surplus and AR-10 magazine modifications using C Products Defense mags adapted for .308 AK-pattern rifles via TIG welding. He addressed the Bundy Ranch situation, critiquing doomsday-focused online videos and encouraging practical support for the Bundy family. Koernke promoted various ammunition suppliers including UNAMMO.com and highlighted rare .50 BMG armor-piercing incendiary rounds, .308 tracer ammunition, and .22 long rifle tracers. He discussed local ammunition availability at small sporting goods stores and took a caller regarding .22 ammunition sources. The episode concluded with announcements about upcoming town hall programming.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons and preparedness on Weapons Wednesday, December 18, 2013. He reviewed firearms inventory at Atlantic Firearms and Del-Ton, including AK-pattern rifles (SAGAs at $475, Romanian M10s), battle rifles (PTR-91 GI at $869, M1A options), and specialty weapons (semi-auto .50 caliber rifles). Callers Tim, Jim, and Tex-Mex engaged in detailed technical discussions about .308 rifle barrel lengths, Springfield Armory M1A receiver quality (forged vs. cast), flash hiders, and specific rifle models. Koernke emphasized the importance of mil-spec components, proper ammunition selection, and magazine stockpiling for combat readiness.
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Mark Koernke discussed rifle selection and specifications for preparedness, focusing on comparisons between the M1A, FN FAL, and HK91/PTR-91 platforms in .308 caliber. He emphasized magazine availability and cost as primary decision factors, recommending the PTR-91 for its affordable German military surplus magazines and overall value. The show included detailed technical discussion of ammunition types, steel case versus brass case considerations, chamber design, reloading practices, and maintenance requirements for each rifle platform. Callers contributed questions about rifle selection, ammunition sourcing, and practical preparedness considerations.
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Mark Koernke and Don Thatcher discussed firearms procurement and pricing, focusing on affordable rifle options including the M77 Stava in .308, SKS rifles available for $200 with damaged stocks that can be repaired, and various vendor recommendations. The hosts emphasized practical preparedness, weapon maintenance, and the importance of not being afraid to use tools in the field. They also discussed night vision technology availability, Detroit infrastructure decay including a damaged telephone pole near the Rouge River, and concerns about government surveillance tools like child protection software being misused as control mechanisms rather than genuine law enforcement tools.
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Mark Koernke opened the November 15, 2013 morning broadcast with extended commentary on Michigan's deer hunting season, using hunting metaphors to discuss armed resistance against federal authorities and law enforcement. He compared rifle marksmanship and tactical positioning in hunting to potential combat scenarios, discussed various rifle platforms (.308 rifles, AK variants, the M77), magazine compatibility and sourcing, and ammunition logistics. He also critiqued media coverage of hunting deaths versus other recreational risks like skiing and football, arguing the anti-gun lobby selectively highlights hunting casualties while ignoring comparable dangers in other sports. The show included standard sponsor advertisements for precious metals, candles, and herbal tea products.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons, preparedness, and self-defense techniques on the evening of November 13, 2013. The show covered rifle options (M77 in .308), blade weapons including Bowie knives and Kukri knives, improvised melee weapons, and hand-to-hand combat techniques. Koernke demonstrated audience participation exercises involving wrist control, body positioning, and 180-degree turning for tactical stability. The episode emphasized practical self-defense skills, weapon maintenance, and the importance of martial training in a preparedness context.
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Mark Koernke discussed Veterans Day observances and criticized media censorship of armed soldiers in commemorative imagery. He covered satellite debris falling into the Atlantic and speculated about salvage rights. The show featured extensive product recommendations including an M77PS .308 rifle from AIMSurplus.com ($620), ammunition sources (sgamo.com, ammoman.com), and cold weather gear. Koernke addressed record numbers of foreign students displacing American students at universities, particularly citing 3,000 Chinese students at University of Michigan, and criticized preferential government benefits for foreign nationals. He discussed New York's ammunition registration system facing implementation delays due to contractor failures and warned about communist enforcement tactics. The episode included discussion of upcoming field exercises and signal communications tests.
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Mark Koernke and Don Betcher discussed ammunition availability and pricing on October 28, 2013, noting severe shortages and price increases in .308, .22, and other calibers due to currency devaluation and sustained demand. They analyzed battle rifle options (PTR-91, FN FAL, M14/M1A), magazine costs, and ammunition reliability with military ball rounds. The show pivoted to criticizing the Obamacare website rollout and the embedded national ID requirement, urging listeners to flood the site at quarter-hour intervals to disrupt it. They also discussed a Marine Corps uniform hat standardization issue involving Chinese manufacturing and cost overruns, and called for cable subscription cancellations on November 1st as economic pressure tactics.
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Mark Koernke discussed preparedness strategies, emphasizing the importance of establishing secure retreat locations and maintaining material supplies before any crisis occurs. He addressed recent political developments including Secretary of State Kerry's signing of the UN gun ban, which he characterized as a declaration of war against the American people. The show featured extensive discussion of ammunition availability and pricing across various calibers, with specific recommendations for ammunition types and sources. Koernke also covered themes of self-defense, community resilience during power outages, and the need for citizens to be prepared as first responders rather than relying on government authorities.
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Mark Koernke discussed firearms and preparedness on the second hour of his afternoon show on June 30, 2010. The episode featured an extended conversation with caller Marcus from Georgia about the FN FAL rifle, specifically a new Century Arms rebuild (STG 58/G1 model) available from Classic Arms for under $700. Topics included magazine compatibility across .308 platforms (FAL, M14, HK91), web gear systems from various eras (BAR belts, British Type 58, ALICE gear), and the versatility of the Saiga 12-gauge shotgun with hourglass slugs and drum magazines. Koernke and callers discussed tactical load-bearing equipment, ammunition selection, and long-range shotgun capabilities. The show concluded with a funeral announcement for Clint Daire, a former Wolverine militia commander, with visitation and service details for Barker-Leek Funeral Home in Mulliken, Michigan.