91326 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This hour of Eye on the Target Radio focuses almost entirely on the changing legal landscape surrounding the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the recent elimination of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda and Rob explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but that the current legal fight is concentrated on the first three. They describe the elimination of the tax as part of a broader strategy to dismantle or...
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91326 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The latest episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses heavily on what Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell see as a series of important victories and potential turning points for Second Amendment rights. They begin by discussing the impact of the Supreme Court’s Bruen decision, particularly its requirement that modern firearm restrictions be consistent with the nation’s historical tradition of firearm regulation. They express frustration with courts and governments reaching back to obscure English laws from the 1300s to justify contemporary restrictions, arguing that American...
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9626 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing New York’s efforts to restrict 3D-printed firearms and the publication of firearm-design files online. They focus on the conflict between New York officials and Defense Distributed founder Cody Wilson, who argues that firearm designs—including numerous military-specification drawings—are already widely available. The hosts question how effectively New York could regulate information that is distributed over the internet, arguing that once a technology or design becomes known, attempts to...
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9626 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing the transition from cap-and-ball firearms to fixed ammunition, using the example to compare technological transitions with modern changes such as gasoline, electric, and hybrid vehicles. The conversation then turns to major Second Amendment cases before the Supreme Court. The hosts discuss the Court’s decision to hear two consolidated AR-15 cases, Grant v. Higgins and Vera Montez v. Cook County, with oral arguments scheduled for December 2, 2026. They note that numerous organizations,...
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83026 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the changing legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the removal of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that eliminating the tax does not automatically eliminate every NFA requirement. They discuss how complicated the rules have become over the decades, using examples such as the Thompson...
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83026 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the evolving legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the recent elimination of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that eliminating the tax did not automatically eliminate all of the paperwork and regulatory requirements. They describe the change as part of a broader, strategic effort to...
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82326 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the rapidly changing legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but recent legislative and court actions have concentrated on the first three. They describe the elimination of the $200 NFA tax as part of the 2026 budget legislation as a strategic step toward dismantling portions of the NFA...
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82326 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses heavily on the changing legal landscape surrounding the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the removal of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns. Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that the recent legislation only directly addresses the first three. They discuss how the $200 tax, originally...
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81626 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode focuses on the rapidly changing legal status of National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations, particularly the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecoo,l and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA contains six major categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but that the current legal fight is primarily centered on the first three. They describe the removal of the $200 tax through the “Big Beautiful Bill” as part of a broader strategy to gradually...
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81626 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio is starts with Gun Prom and gun guru's and then at the bottom of the hour has Charlie Cook join. Charlie is the coordinator of the 2026 AmmCon that is being held in Dallas September 25, just prior to SAF.org and its GRPC.
info_outlineThe episode opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing how an AI-generated list of the most influential modern firearms designers sparked an unexpectedly passionate debate. Rob argues that the list overlooked many significant innovators, including Bill Ruger, Roy Weatherby, J.D. Jones, and numerous early firearms and cartridge designers whose contributions shaped the industry but are often forgotten. Their conversation expands into the evolution of firearms technology, explaining how many seemingly "new" concepts actually originated decades ago but only became practical with modern manufacturing techniques such as CNC machining. Rob also shares historical anecdotes about designers like Dick Casull, whose experimental "triplex" powder loads helped create the powerful .454 Casull cartridge, illustrating how innovation has always driven firearm development. The hosts conclude that the discussion deserves a future show devoted entirely to influential gun designers and wildcat cartridge pioneers.
After a commercial break, the hosts shift to Ohio politics, criticizing a proposed Toledo income tax increase that city officials say is needed to fund police staffing while also directing money toward violence-prevention organizations. Amanda argues that taxpayers deserve transparency about where the money will be spent and expresses concern that some funding could support anti-gun advocacy groups rather than law enforcement. The discussion broadens into voter participation, emphasizing the importance of registering to vote and researching candidates' records rather than simply casting ballots without understanding the issues. They also discuss reports regarding non-citizens appearing on voter rolls and encourage listeners to stay informed about election processes in their own states.
The program then examines firearm confiscation related to restraining orders, using a case from Peoria, Illinois, where a divorcing gun owner allegedly had firearms seized and later sold while still under a temporary restraining order. Amanda and Rob argue that confiscating and disposing of firearms before a person has been convicted raises significant constitutional questions and predict the case could eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court. Rob recounts experiences from his time operating a gun shop, describing firearms that were returned damaged or missing parts after being held by police. The hosts advise firearm owners facing divorce or restraining orders to arrange for lawful third-party storage to protect their property while complying with legal requirements, and they criticize what they see as inconsistent treatment of firearms compared to other valuable property.
In the final segment, Amanda and Rob discuss the National Firearms Act (NFA) and the historical purpose of its tax stamp system. They explain the distinction between the traditional $200 tax stamp and the $5 "Any Other Weapon" classification before turning to recent legislative changes that eliminated the tax stamp for suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns. The hosts discuss a lawsuit arguing that if the tax has been removed, the federal registration requirement should no longer exist because the NFA was originally defended as a tax measure rather than a gun control law. They also revisit past ATF amnesty periods, registration efforts involving pistol braces, and stories of unregistered war souvenirs passed down through families, emphasizing the confusion surrounding federal firearms regulations. The hour concludes with speculation about future legal challenges to the NFA and encouragement for listeners to follow developments closely.