Backfire Guns Podcast

Recent episodes

1. How Good Is The 22 Creedmoor Really? With The Founder Of Horizon Firearms (Derrick Ratliff)

   Aug 3, 20261 hr 6 min

   In this episode we interview Derrick Ratliff the founder of Horizon Firearms. He talks to us about everything from the darkest times in Horizon's history to the perfect hunting rifle setup from the mind of a gunmaker.

2. What You Didn't Know About Accuracy...

   Jul 23, 202657 min

   In this episode we talk about quest for understanding what it takes to truly understand what a rifle is capable of when it comes to accuracy.

3. The Hunting Rifle Brands John McAdams Does and Doesn't Trust

   Jul 13, 20261 hr 5 min

   Backfire brings it's first guest on the Backfire Guns Podcast! John McAdams joins the show to give us his favorite Hunting Rifle brands (and least favorite) as well as how to hunt Africa on a budget and more!

4. "Gun Counter" Myths We've All Believed

   Jul 3, 20261 hr 15 min

   In this episode we are discussing topics like barrel length and accuracy, velocity/power myths, magnification needs, ammo choices (e.g., Core-Lokt), cleaning frequency, dry firing, youth rifles, and more, emphasizing nuance, real-world testing, and practical hunting advice.

5. The Truth About 6.5 Creed Plus Peak...

   Jun 24, 20261 hr 0 min

   The 6.5 Creedmoor Plus Peak and peak alloy / high pressure performance upgrades might be the biggest development in cartridge history—or it might be all hype. We take a hard look at the velocity claims, performance potential, and whether hunters should actually be paying attention.

6. Welcome To Backfire! The Story Behind One Of YouTube's Biggest Hunting Channel's!

   Jun 23, 20261 hr 2 min

   Welcome to the Backfire Guns Podcast. In this first episode, we introduce the Backfire team, share the story behind the channel, and explain what listeners can expect from future episodes. From rifles, cartridges, optics, and ballistics to hunting stories, industry insights, and conversations with some of the biggest names in the shooting world, this is the place for hunters and shooters who want to go beyond the surface.