"7.62x54r"
21 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons maintenance, ammunition reloading practices, and preparedness on Weapons Wednesday. He covered .50 caliber rifle issues related to SLAP rounds and muzzle compensators, detailed progressive ammunition testing procedures with color-coded loads, and emphasized the importance of developing practical skills like shoe repair and tool maintenance. The show included caller discussions about ammunition and rifle availability, pricing on surplus Mosin-Nagant rifles and 7.62x54R ammunition, and recommendations for purchasing boots, magazines, and military surplus parts from various online retailers.
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Mark Koernke discussed Weapons Wednesday topics including shotgun technologies, black powder cap-and-ball pistols and conversion kits to cartridge systems, the Kel-Tec .223 rifle platform, and historical firearm modifications such as the Peterson device and Australian Sten conversions. He emphasized operational security regarding inherited weapons, detailed how bolt-action rifles could be adapted with add-on modules for increased firepower, and provided specific vendor recommendations for surplus magazines, ammunition, and firearm components including Mosin-Nagant rifles and Argentine Mausers.
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Mark Koernke discussed rifle modifications, ammunition, and tactical gear on New Year's Eve morning, taking a call from Bill in Texas about Mosin-Nagant rifles, scope mounting, and budget-friendly upgrades using bicycle inner tubes and surplus parts. The show featured extended technical discussion on rifle maintenance, long eye relief scopes, and ammunition storage in rifle stocks. In the second hour, Koernke addressed law enforcement conduct, DUI enforcement patterns, and concerns about police misconduct, including anecdotes about planted weapons in police vehicles. The episode concluded with a drawing for an FM transmitter won by Steve Clay from Missouri, who revealed he already operates a 50-watt micro radio station and donated the transmitter back to the network.
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Mark Koernke discussed firearms inventory and pricing from various surplus dealers, including Browning High Power pistols, Glock alternatives, and budget handgun options. He covered ammunition availability across multiple calibers, noting supply constraints due to international conflicts affecting U.S. market inventory. The show included preparedness topics such as seasonal gardening for winter vegetables, weather preparation for early frost, and a caller discussion about VEPR rifle magazine compatibility and solutions. Koernke also addressed the station's end-of-month fundraising goal for Liberty Tree Radio operations.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition and reloading component shortages, including powder availability and primer scarcity across the market. He addressed his personal experience with anonymous government complaints about property maintenance, drawing parallels to authoritarian surveillance tactics. The show covered practical reloading techniques for Berdan-primed cases, sourcing alternatives like Berdan primers from Potter Valley, and strategies for improvising ammunition storage using commercial containers. Callers contributed information on 7.62x54R reloading dies and experimental powder manufacturing methods. The episode concluded with preparedness reminders about Quartermaster Holiday on July 5th and sourcing ammo cans and storage solutions.
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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 opened with the patriotic poem 'Visitor From the Past' and then discussed current events including ammunition availability and pricing, particularly 7.62x54R rounds becoming scarce due to Eastern European tensions, and recommended viewers purchase corrosive ammunition for bolt-action rifles as a cost-effective alternative. He also covered ATF enforcement actions and scandals, including congressional oversight by Darrell Issa regarding ATF storefront sting operations, and criticized federal agencies for using aggressive tactics to intimidate gun owners.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition procurement strategies, particularly 7.62x54R rifle ammunition from Russian and Eastern European sources, recommending listeners purchase ammo before firearms. He read an extended open letter from Mike Vanderbaugh comparing proposed gun confiscation laws in New Jersey and Rhode Island to Civil War-era tyranny, using the historical example of Jenny Brooks to illustrate potential consequences of firearms confiscation. Koernke also addressed caller questions about physical fitness for militia preparedness and reflected on his military service at Fort Huachuca, emphasizing the importance of attitude, training, and tactical thinking in potential armed conflict.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition availability and pricing for various calibers, particularly 7.62x54R for Mosin-Nagant rifles, noting significant price increases and inventory shortages across multiple retailers. He provided detailed recommendations for purchasing firearms and ammunition from specific vendors including AIM Surplus, Classic Firearms, and others. Koernke also covered preparedness items including weather gear from Coleman's at clearance prices, promoted micro-FM transmitter networks for emergency broadcasting with expansion planned in Kansas, and discussed electronic kit building through Ramsey Electronics. The episode included commentary on geopolitical events, particularly Ukraine, and featured a segment from Phyllis Schlafly on border search authority.
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Mark Koernke and Darryl Sivik discussed winter weather conditions, preparedness for armed conflict, and ammunition shortages. They reviewed a tactical gear loadout from Zombie Squad's MOAB bag guide and promoted upcoming gun shows in Pennsylvania. The hosts addressed a fake petition video from California about executing gun owners, using it to illustrate the need for armed readiness and tactical training. They extensively analyzed weapon calibers, penetration capabilities, and squad tactics, emphasizing heavier cartridges like .308 and 7.62x54R for superior performance. The episode included discussion of government ammunition purchases, vehicle armor, and defensive strategies against federal agents.
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Mark Koernke discussed preparedness, militia training exercises, and ammunition availability on November 18, 2013. He reviewed shotgun ammunition deals from JG Sales, recommended the Spartan 12-gauge double-ought buck load tested by militia units, and covered revolver options including Smith & Wesson Model 10s and Nagant rifles as affordable alternatives. The show included extensive discussion of 7.62x54R ammunition sourcing, reloading practices, and weather conditions suitable for unconventional warfare training. Koernke also addressed food preservation techniques using pears and pectin, referenced recent militia artillery demonstrations, and commented on cartel resistance movements in Mexico and activity in New Mexico.
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Mark Koernke opened the October 18, 2013 morning broadcast discussing the breakdown of the federal government system, recent political theater in Washington, and widespread ammunition shortages across the country. He provided detailed analysis of ammunition inventory levels at major retailers, comparing prices and availability across calibers including 9mm, .45 ACP, .308, 7.62x54R, and various specialty rounds, urging listeners to purchase ammunition as a form of protest voting against government policies. He also discussed the resurgence of PMC ammunition from Korean military production, the importance of properly labeling stored ammunition cans, and recommendations for acquiring ammunition for various rifle platforms including Schmidt-Rubin, Argentine Mauser, and other vintage firearms.
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Mark Koernke discussed Colorado's recall efforts against state senators who voted for gun control legislation, emphasizing the importance of sustained citizen activism and organizational tactics. He provided detailed guidance on ammunition maintenance for corrosive ammunition types, particularly 7.62x54R, and fielded caller questions about black powder firearms and banking security. The episode covered strategies for political recall campaigns, firearm maintenance protocols, and warnings about capital controls on bank accounts.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition procurement strategies, recommending listeners buy cases of various calibers including 5.45x39, 7.62x54R, and .308 to make a statement against government overreach. He promoted several surplus suppliers and gun parts retailers, then shifted to discussing prison system food budget fraud, detailing how Michigan prisons receive $27-35 per prisoner daily but spend only $2.75-3.10 on actual food, with the remainder disappearing into bureaucratic corruption. He also addressed EBT card fraud and welfare system abuse, contrasting the purchasing power of welfare recipients with working people.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons preparedness, ammunition availability, and night vision technology on Weapons Wednesday, October 9, 2013. He covered pistol magazine configurations and MOLLE gear setups, detailed Russian armor-piercing incendiary tracer ammunition characteristics and proper application, and provided extensive technical guidance on zeroing night vision devices using tracers and lasers. Guest Don contributed information on first-generation night vision availability and mounting options for rifle systems.
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Mark Koernke discussed ammunition procurement and storage strategies, particularly 7.62x54R rounds for various rifle platforms, and recommended retailers like AIM Surplus and Joe Bob Outfitters for AR-15 components and complete rifles. He extensively covered personal firearm carry practices, self-defense scenarios involving close-quarters threats, and the legal and tactical implications of concealed carry in various locations including banks and churches. The episode shifted to criminal justice system failures, featuring a caller named George who shared experiences with home invasions and parole board corruption in Michigan, leading to a broader discussion about prosecutorial misconduct, the need for armed self-defense, and revolutionary action against government overreach. Koernke concluded by calling for organized militia training and preparation for potential civil conflict.
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Mark Koernke hosted the evening Intelligence Report on October 1, 2010, focusing on preparedness and tactical resource deployment through Quartermaster's Corner. The show featured extensive discussion of ammunition and reloading supplies, including 50 BMG powder deals from Widners, loaded 50 BMG ammunition from AIM Surplus, 223 ammunition pricing comparisons, 7.62x54R boxer-primed reloadable ammunition from Pervi Partisan, Romanian Dragunov rifles, gas mask filters, and wool socks from multiple vendors. Koernke emphasized the importance of building inventories for five-man and ten-man tactical units, discussed reloading techniques and historical military powder testing, and promoted cost-effective preparedness strategies.
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Mark Koernke and co-host Don discussed firearms preparedness, focusing on magazine sourcing and rifle customization. Topics included PSL/Dragunov rifle magazines available from Eisel Armory, adapting Tokarev magazines for compatibility, building custom rifle systems using surplus parts, and the practical advantages of older rifle designs like the Nagant and Tokarev for long-range defense. The show emphasized cost-effective weapon system assembly, spare parts inventory, and the enduring effectiveness of historical rifle platforms. A second-hour segment featured Craig discussing technical broadcast issues on the Forbidden Knowledge show.
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Mark Koernke discussed firearms training, weapon selection, and ammunition considerations on Weapons Wednesday, April 29, 2009. The episode covered progressive firearms instruction methods, emphasizing proper technique over volume of fire, adapting weapon systems to individual physical capabilities and age, and the importance of training aids like airsoft and snap caps. Koernke and co-host Don addressed ammunition pricing anomalies, particularly the unexplained high cost of .380 Auto rounds, and discussed cost-effective alternatives like 7.62x54R Russian and 5.45x39 calibers. The show included caller input on caliber nomenclature and practical training progression from simulators to live fire.
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Mark Koernke discussed weapons preparedness and firearms availability on "Weapons Wednesday," focusing on the rapid depletion of firearms and ammunition from retail shelves following recent political developments. He provided detailed information on acquiring AR-15 and AK-pattern rifle parts from vendors like CenterFire Systems and Ohio Ordnance Works, discussed alternative calibers including .22 long rifle uppers and .308 rifles, and addressed the advantages of larger caliber main battle rifles (.30-06, 7.62x54R, 8mm Mauser) over smaller calibers. The show included a caller troubleshooting headspace issues with a Mauser-action rifle and concluded with maintenance advice for corrosive ammunition.
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Mark Koernke discussed the historical context of Patriot's Day (April 19), focusing on the events of 1775 leading to Lexington and Concord. He recited Patrick Henry's famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech in full, emphasizing the colonists' grievances against British tyranny and the necessity of armed resistance. The show featured a "Weapons Wednesday" segment covering historical air rifles used by Austrian and Spanish forces, their effectiveness and silent operation, and modern applications of pneumatic weapon technology. Caller Larry from Michigan discussed affordable surplus rifles like the Mosin-Nagant Model 91 and 7.62x54R ammunition availability for preparedness.