Griffin Armament's Dwell Time podcast

Ever wonder what it's like to work in the gun industry? Mr. Jeff Morris takes us on a journey of his experience in the firearms industry and a bit about his personal life.

In this episode of Dwell Time Evan and Sam discuss the changes and advancements of Griffin Armament in the past year. Including new products, challenges of working through a pandemic, and what to expect in 2021. This has been a crazy year for the firearms industry, to say the least.

In this episode of the Dwell Time Podcast Evan and Sam discuss the various Griffin Armament pistol products. Including silencers, barrels, compensators, and other related products.

In this episode, we talk with Dave Matheny owner and founder of Silencer Shop. He shares with us the intriguing story of how he started Silencer Shop and what it has become today, the nation's largest distributor of silencers.

In this episode, Jimmy Bell talks about his upbringing in rural Texas, and how that shaped him to become the tip of the spear as a Force Recon Marine. He then continues to talk about his exploits and experience in the firearms industry and why he chose to start Texas Ordnance Depot, a boutique shooting supply store and training area in central Texas with his partner Cody Kerr.

In this episode, Austin and Evan have a technical discussion talking about the origin of the concept and how it was eventually brought through the engineering process and to the market. The CAM-LOK™ piston system is re-defining utility in the pistol silencer market.

In this podcast, Austin and Evan Green discuss why the Optimus® became one of the most successful products in the suppressor space. We also talk about the notable improvements to this universal suppressor.

In this episode, we talk to Dustin Ellermann, a well-known instructor and all-around great person who loves the Lord and gives back through service ministries that help young kids with personal development. Check out www.Camphisway.com & www.marksmancamp.com for more info on Dustin's ministries. Also Check out his social media outlets on instagram , Facebook , and Youtube Thanks for coming on Dustin! God bless the work you do!

Mr Hwang is a prominent figure in the US firearms industry as the founder and owner of Rainierarms.com John comes on the podcast to discuss his beginnings and expansion in the firearms sector both here in the US and abroad! He also speaks about his personal interests and what it's like living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest region.

In this episode we talk about where, why and how Universal Silencers started to be a thing. We also go into detail on the Optimus and Bushwhacker suppressors as well as the background on both and future improvements!

Frank Galli is a subject matter expert on precision rifle marksmanship, an accomplished instructor, an author, a prolific educational content producer, and most importantly, he is a Marine. Frank is the owner of SnipersHide.com, one of the best resources online for information on anything precision shooting. His most recent work is a book titled "Precision Rifle Marksmanship: The Fundamentals - A Marine Sniper's Guide to Long Range Shooting" which can be pre ordered via Amazon or directly from Gun Digest. In this episode, Austin, Evan, and Sam have a conversation with Frank ranging from shooting techniques and gear, to their varied experiences in the military sniper community. Enjoy this hour+ long interview with Frank Galli!

In this episode of The Dwell Time Podcast we welcome Andrew Henry, the founder of Henry Holsters, a company which provides impeccable quality kydex holsters for the discerning self-defense/concealed carry practitioner. Andrew and Sam have a great conversation that ranges from the current (as of May 2020) COVID-19 pandemic, to Andrew's background in instrument making, all the way to his current business creating some of the finest holsters for the modern gunslinger. His designs are intuitive and backed by real world trial and error. Andrew has also built a successful OEM solution division of his company wherein he advises and supplies other holster makers with the tools and knowledge to raise their own standards. For more info on Andrew and Henry Holster please visit their Instagram page as well as their website.

The term "MIL-SPEC" is thrown around a lot in the firearms industry. Its mostly used as a marketing buzzword to imbue a sense of ruggedness and quality in a given product, but is largely misunderstood/misused in its application. In this episode of The Dwell Time Podcast, Austin, Evan, and Sam talk about the term "MIL-SPEC", what it really means, how it applies the the commercial firearms market, as well as several interesting offshoots from the main conversation!

With the recent spike in firearms sales nationwide due to the COVID-19 panic, there is an excess of under-educated new gun owners. Folks are reaching out to their friends who are "gun people" for advice and sometimes not getting the best info. Evan and Sam sit down to talk over the responsibilities for safety and education, bare minimums for what you should be looking at purchasing, and the economic reality of what it costs to outfit yourself with a proper defensive tool.

Billy Johnson has been involved in Firearms industry media for nearly a decade. He first made a big impression with his series of youtube videos surrounding the misrepresentation of "gun violence" (their term-anti freedom folks-not ours) and the principles of freedom, including the right to defend yourself with firearms, with his youtube channel Amidst The Noise. In addition to this, Billy has run a tactical gear business in the past called Boxer Tactical and is now the man behind Great Lakes Leather & Cloth, a premium quality leather goods company. In this episode, we get a rundown from Billy on how he got to where he is, what his goals are, and where he is planning on taking his reenvisioning of Amidst The Noise as a newly launched Podcast series.

In this episode, Evan and Sam talk about the story on everyone's mind these days, the Coronavirus "pandemic". We talk a little bit of preparedness, where our heads are at, how this has affected the firearms industry, and our take on what all this really means.

Griffin Armament Founder and product designer, Austin Green, joins us for this episode where was go in-depth on the integration of our B&K Pulse system, testing standards, system parameters, and all that went in to getting up and running with the new system. Austin is a subject matter expert in firearm suppressors, their design, manufacture, and testing. His experience with the previous industry-standard sound meter (B&K 2209), training and mentorship from silencer industry magnates like Dr. Phil Dater, and a profound understanding of how firearms function with a suppressor add up to the B&K Pulse equipment and Griffin Armament's testing standard for comparison becoming a widely accepted baseline for demonstrations of real silencer performance. In the second half of the episode, we dig into the factors to consider when setting up all the various types of host firearms for suppressed use To learn more about Griffin Armament, and to view our full product line, please visit our website: GriffinArmament.com

Dixxon Flannel Company has grown from a small brand run as a side hustle to an established lifestyle apparel company shipping out of a 50.000 sqft warehouse. Danny Dixxon's approach to business, authentic foundation, and relentless drive to succeed embody the entrepreneurial spirit we embrace here at Griffin Armament. In this episode, we have an open conversation with the Janitor of DFC, Dan Dixxon. We talk business, bootstrapping, staying true to your core, a little bit of logistics/sales strategy, guns, principles, and more. Dixxon Flannel Co. is a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and they don't mind showing it. With past collaborations with companies like Noveske, DFC isn't afraid to let people know where they stand! Enjoy this episode and be sure to check out all the latest from Dixxon Flannel Co. Dixxon Flannel Co. Instagram Griffin Armament - Website

When industry media types bring up meme pages in conversation, the reactions are typically polarizing. Few firearms industry memers are more polarizing, at times, than 9mmsmg (Mike). In this episode, the man behind the memes joins us to talk meat, gold, guns, and more!

Evan and Sam recap the 2020 NSSF SHOT Show, where Griffin Armament exhibited new products and had a very successful week of business in Las Vegas.

Sam and Evan go back and forth discussing growth at Griffin Armament in 2019, new products and otherwise. The conversation flows into ambitions and goals for the coming year, state of the industry, and more! Enjoy this year-end episode from Griffin Armament. If you enjoy the Dwell Time Podcast, please leave a review and share this episode with a friend! Thanks so much for listening.

In this episode, Austin and Sam (with Evan joining us for the first portion of the episode) are talking Sound Performance and Testing! This topic causes wild speculation among silencer end-users and industry pros alike. Austin and Evan give us insight into their nearly 15 years of silencer sound testing experience, the equipment use, testing standards, frequently misunderstood data points, and more! If you enjoy The Dwell time Podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a review. Also, sharing this show with a friend who might also enjoy it is the best way to support the work we're doing to bring you new episodes of Dwell Time!

In anticipation of the forthcoming release of the Bushwhacker 46 silencer from Griffin Armament, Evan planned a trophy hunt for an American Bison Bull to showcase the capabilities of this versatile new product from Griffin Armament. This hunt was done in partnership with Hornady Ammunition, Marlin Firearms, and Stetson. Enjoy this unedited conversation between Evan, Austin, and Sam about the hunt, the gear selection, and experience using Hornady 325gr .45-70 Govt LEVERevolution ammunition. Look for the Bushwhacker 46 at SHOT Show 2020, and soon after wherever silencers are sold.

Sam, Austin, and Evan go in depth on the history, development, applications, considerations, maintenance, and industry acceptance of the Griffin Armament Taper Mount Interface. For more information on Griffin Taper Mounts, compatible silencers, accessories, and maintenance tools, please visit our website: www.griffinarmament.com/tapermount

Sam, Austin, and Evan sit down and discuss the ins and outs of the development and monumental amount of work that went into Griffin Armament's newest product line: The Superior Precision Rifle Modular Mounts

Austin takes us to school delivering a massive amount of knowledge in regard to the material Griffin armament has selected for their various silencer products in all the different categories. He covers material specs, applications, and the wide use of "exotic" materials in other products and why they're by and large... marketing fluff. Enjoy this episode of Dwell Time!

Picking a the right silencer can be complicated. There are so many high-quality, high-performance options from reputable brands. The NFA process itself makes the decision more difficult due to the lengthy wait time and additional burden of cost involved. Buying a single silencer from a single brand is almost like marrying yourself to that brand due to the previously mentioned factors. In this episode of Dwell time, Sam, Evan, and Austin discuss all the various considerations to take into account when selecting the appropriate silencer for anyone's given situation. This episode should give anyone looking to buy a silencer, whether its their first can or their 50th can, a thorough list of considerations for not only choosing a specific type of silencer, but what brand you should be buying from as well.

We were joined by two of the hardest working legal minds at the tip of the spear on the fight for our individual, constitutionally protected liberties. Adam Kraut is the Director of Legal Strategy and Matt Larosiere is the Director of Legal Policy at The Firearms Policy Coalition, a 501(c)4 grassroots, non-partisan, nonprofit organization that advocates for individual liberties and important constitutional rights. We hit all the current hot button topics surrounding the fight for our rights, a fight which Adam and Matt are engaging in at both the Federal and State level. From California to Massachusetts, FPC is an organization that "walks the walk" and pulls no punches regarding their stance and is actively taking steps to secure more freedom for every American. To find out more about The Firearms Policy Coalition see how you can help Adam, Matt, and the rest of the FPC team, please visit their website: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/

Austin Green, founder and product design lead at Griffin Armament, joined us for an episode where we discussed the history and experiences that led to his development of the Griffin Armament GATE-LOK QD interface (formerly known as "SDQD"). Austin takes us back to his days as an Army Sniper and the shortcomings of the kit he was issued, all the way to the GATE-LOK line you see today which is being capped with the release of the 30SD-K. Enjoy this peek behind the curtain of Griffin's history and how one of our most successful product lines came to be. View all Griffin Armament GATE-LOK silencers and accessories at these links: GATE-LOK Silencers GATE-LOK Muzzle Devices/Accessories

Mike Mendoza is a highly decorated Reconnaissance Marine combat veteran with a successful career in private security. He is also a highly accomplished endurance athlete and currently holds the Guinness World Record for most 70.3 Ironman Triathlons completed in one year. You can follow Mike on instagram: @thepatriotracer Visit his website to stay up to date and earn how you can help support the causes Mike represents! www.thepatriotracer.com

Sam, Evan, and Eddie discuss the ins and outs of applying for and getting hired for any professional job. We talk mindset, interviews, follow-ups, resumes, and cover letters. Evan gives us an employer/hiring manager's perspective on what they look for and what gets someone automatically disqualified. Griffin Armament is currently hiring for several position (as of 9/9/19)! Check out our listings on Indeed if you think you have what it takes to join the Griffin Armament team.

Sam and Evan discuss how to properly prepare for and execute a trade show, both as an attendee and an exhibitor. From pre-show logistics for new exhibitors to media follow-ups... there is something in this episode for everyone! If you enjoy Dwell time, please leave us a review wherever you listen to us and consider sharing with someone you think would also enjoy our show. Thanks!

In this episode, we were joined by David Merrill, the Features Editor for RECOIL Magazine. Dave is a good friend of the Griffin Armament brand and a personal friend to both Evan and I so this conversation was relaxed and will give you a nice peek behind how Dave got to where he is today, and how he views our industry. Enjoy this episode and follow the links below for more information on David and RECOIL Magazine! RECOILweb.com Dave Merrill on Instagram!

We were joined for this episode of Dwell Time by Alexander Crown, current RECOIL contributing writer, freelance marketing consultant, and former Gemtech employee. We talked silencers, the industry, Gemtech's legacy, and a whole lot more!

Evan and Sam discuss the topic of Sales Promotions, what they are, how they can be implemented, and why businesses offer them. This episode coincides with the release of Griffin's new Resistance® 2 Modular rimfire silencer and the sales promo that is helping bring market awareness to it! Follow the link below to check out the Silencer promo (only $124.95 with the purchase of any qualifying griffin Armament silencer!). Resistance® 22M Summer Promo (through 9/15/19)

In this Episode of Dwell Time, we welcomed Brownells GunTech, historical firearms enthusiast, and NFA aficionado, Keith Ford. Our conversations went all over the place from surplus guns, to the pre-AWB home FFL glory days, and our wide span of interest in firearms... We really enjoyed having Keither as our guest, and hope you will too! Brownells

Evan and I welcomed Danny Domin into the Griffin Armament HQ Studio to record this episode of the podcast. Danny is a fellow Marine and owner of Defense Targets. Please enjoy our conversation with Danny and if you'd like to support our show, leave a review for the show on whichever platform you're using to enjoy it and share the show with someone you think would also enjoy it! - Sam

Evan and I were excited to welcome a long time Griffin Armament customer, Bryan Flannagan, the owner of AIM Surplus. We talked about guns, optics, ammo, and of course... surplus! Bryan has an awesome competitive outlook as an online retailer in today's market space. Check out everything awesome over at AIM Surplus here: >AIM Surplus

In this episode we brought in Griffin's founder and co-owner, Austin Green, to discuss the complex world of Intellectual Property protection and how that has applied to the Griffin Armament brand over the years.

In this episode Evan and I are joined by Jim O'Shaughnessy, the founder and CEO of PRIME Ammo. He gives us an update us on the current availability of PRIME Ammo and we discuss the unique brand Jim has built based on his own personal values and how that has brought PRIME Ammo success in business. www.primeammo.com

In this episode of the podcast, we bring on the founder and co-owner of Griffin Armament, Austin Green, to discuss the process of buying the machine tools that allow us to manufacture nearly all our products at our Watertown, WI headquarters.

In this episode we welcomed Gary Hughes, an established firearms industry professional, to talk about his experience, opinions on various subjects, and to update us on all the ventures he's involved in! MOD Outfitters 3C Medical

In this episode, we have Josh Buege of Precision Rifle Components join us via phone to discuss his new company. We also spend a decent amount of time talking about Wisconsin firearms culture and the direction we would like to see it go into the future.

In the inaugural episode of our new podcast, we had Scot Hill join us via phone to discuss the business he and his brother Evan own, Hill People Gear. https://hillpeoplegear.com/ HPG on Instagram