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No Lowballers

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No Lowballers is the official podcast from GunBroker.com, America"s largest online marketplace for firearms, ammunition, and shooting accessories. Hosted by industry experts with decades of combined experience, this weekly show delivers unmatched insights into the firearms world. Co-hosts Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com and historian Logan Metesh of High Caliber History reveal the truth behind the trigger as they explore fascinating stories of firearm history and collectibles. Each episode dives into

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48:41

20 Years of the Taurus Judge: From Big Dumb Fun to an...

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2026/02/05

This week on the No Lowballers podcast, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com mark a milestone that few expected back in 2006: the 20th anniversary of the Taurus Judge. Joining the show is returning guest Caleb Giddings to unpack how one of the most debated revolvers in modern firearms history went from punchline to perennial best seller. From big dumb fun to real-world utility, the Judge’s staying power tells a much bigger story about gun culture, innovation and

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23:03

GunBroker Buying Strategies Every Collector Should...

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2026/01/29

When winter weather knocks out power and production plans, the No Lowballers crew does what any seasoned collectors would do. Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com dig into the archives and bring back one of the most informative and entertaining episodes in the show’s history. This Best Of episode revisits Episode 11 featuring David Parrish of GunBroker, widely known around the office as the Chief Lowballer.In this classic conversation, the crew breaks down how

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16:26

SHOT Show 2026 Bonus Episode: No Lowballers Goes Live...

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2026/01/22

The No Lowballers crew heads straight to the SHOT Show 2026 floor for a bonus episode packed with first impressions, emerging trends and industry insight. Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com break from the usual long-form format to deliver an on-the-ground look at what is shaping the firearms world this year.Key Topics and Takeaways • The Year of the Suppressor The $0 tax stamp officially reshapes the market, with an estimated 150,000 forms filed on January 1

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48:06

Why Jack O’Connor Still Matters to Hunters and...

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2026/01/15

This episode of the No Lowballers Podcast is a deep, wide-ranging conversation about one of the most influential figures in firearms and hunting history: Jack O’Connor. Nearly 50 years after his death, O’Connor’s impact on American gun culture, rifle selection, cartridge debates and outdoor writing remains unmatched.Joining Logan Metesh of ⁠High Caliber History ⁠and Allen Forkner of ⁠GunBroker.com⁠ is acclaimed gun writer, former big-game guide and ⁠Backcountry Hunting Podcast⁠ host Joseph von

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57:13

Dan Wesson’s Untold Story: Firearms History, Family...

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2026/01/08

The No Lowballers podcast kicks off 2026 with a deep dive into one of the most respected and misunderstood names in American firearms history. The Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker are joined by Tom Taylor, chief marketing officer for CZ-USA, for a wide-ranging conversation on the legacy of Dan Wesson, the family behind the name, and what the future holds for the brand.This episode goes well beyond product talk. It explores lineage, innovation, craftsmanship, and

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50:15

The Guns You Think You Know — And the Myths Everyone...

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2025/12/11

In the final new episode of the year, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com go hunting for sacred cows and digging into some of the most persistent myths in the gun world. From whether Doughboys liked the 1911, to who actually carried Colt SAAs, to the truth behind trench guns and the Old West, the guys separate legend from history with equal parts humor and heresy.🔥 The 1911 Wasn’t Loved at First • Early troops distrusted semi-autos and preferred

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61:08

How Factory Letters Work: Behind the Scenes at the...

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2025/12/04

This week on the No Lowballers podcast, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner with GunBroker.com sit down with Paul Szymaszek of the Colt Archives for a deep dive into one of the most fascinating—and misunderstood—parts of the firearms collector world: the factory letter. Paul walks us through the origin of the Colt records, how the archives operate today, what a letter can (and can’t) tell you, and why those handwritten ledgers from the 1800s still matter so much in 2025.The trio

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49:43

Top Firearm Gifts Every Shooter Actual Wants

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2025/11/20

It’s the week before Thanksgiving, Logan’s got roofers pounding away, and Allen is feeling like a rash — which is how you know we’re off to a good start. With Black Friday looming and inboxes full of click-bait subject lines, the guys decided to join in with a full-blown Gun Guy Holiday Gift Guide.But this isn’t the usual “buy the hunter new boots” nonsense. This is a curated list of genuinely thoughtful, genuinely useful and possibly hilarious gift ideas for the gun collectors, shooters,

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45:02

Blunderbusses, Muff Guns and Howdahs: The Antique...

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2025/11/13

The No Lowballers crew is back with returning guest Dwight Van Brunt of Sportsman’s Legacy for an episode steeped in the golden age of gunmaking. Dwight joins High Caliber History's Logan and Allen to talk about one of the most remarkable private collections ever to hit GunBroker.com — a single-owner estate featuring over a hundred fine firearms, including paired dueling pistols, percussion antiques and multi-barrel curiosities from the 1800s.The discussion dives into the artistry, innovation and

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52:12

Yes, Sears Sold Shotguns: The Strange History of...

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2025/11/06

In this week’s episode of the No Lowballers Podcast, host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History returns—sleep-deprived but energized—with Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com to explore one of the most fascinating corners of firearms history: store-brand guns and white-label firearms. Triggered by the reintroduction of the Glenfield brand under Ruger, the duo dives into the heritage of guns sold under names like Western Field, J.C. Higgins, and Ted Williams, unpacking how hardware stores, catalog

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7:24

When Chevy Gave You a Rifle: The Story of the 1985...

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2025/10/30

This week on No Lowballers, we’re going off script. While Logan Metesh of HIgh Caliber History is on special assignment—making a little history of his own at home—we’re firing up something special for you. Allen of GunBroker takes the driver’s seat for a nostalgic deep dive into one of the wildest automotive promotions in American history: the 1985 Chevy K10 Outdoorsman.Picture it—McDonald’s smoke-filled booths, Walkmans on hips, and square-body Chevys rolling off the line. But this wasn’t just

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39:11

The Secret Psychology of Gun Collectors — Nostalgia,...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of the No Lowballers Podcast, host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com sit down at Bryant Ridge with Eric Pruner to explore what truly defines a collector. From the moment you move past simply “accumulating” to curating with intent, the conversation dives into what drives people to collect — nostalgia, quality, artistry, or pure accident. Whether it’s engraved Colts, Gen 3 Smith & Wessons, or even the ultra-rare 1985 Chevy Outdoorsman package,

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49:23

Reddit Bans Gun Parts! No Lowballers Take on 2A...

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2025/10/16

Online censorship of Second Amendment content is nothing new—but it’s reaching new levels. In this week’s episode, host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and GunBroker’s Allen Forkner dive deep into the latest wave of digital crackdowns hitting the firearms community, including Reddit’s recent ban on all firearm parts and accessory sales. From disappearing subreddits to shadow bans on major video platforms, the guys unpack how these moves affect enthusiasts, creators, and businesses across the

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30:27

From Bidding Wars to Sunday Night Wins: What Drives...

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2025/10/09

The No Lowballers crew goes on the road to Liberty, Kentucky, for an inside look at the auction world with special guest Eric Pruner of the Bryant Ridge Company. With more than 14 years as a top GunBroker seller, Bryant Ridge has seen the platform evolve from its early days into today’s e-commerce powerhouse. In this episode, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com dive into the psychology of bidding, the art of timing auctions, and why the thrill of “just another 10

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46:54

Genealogy Meets Firearms: How the SAR Tracks...

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2025/10/02

This week on the No Lowballers podcast, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com welcome Zac Distel, Director and Curator of Collections for the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. Together, they dig into the challenges of proving provenance, separating family lore from hard evidence, and how museums approach research when firearms and artifacts come with big stories attached. From musket mysteries at Ticonderoga to shotguns handed down through

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56:40

Inside the Model 1917 Rifle Story: How the U.S. Armed...

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2025/09/25

In this episode of No Lowballers, host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History is joined by GunBroker's own Allen Forkner to welcome guest Jon Krisko, a U.S. Army judge advocate stationed at Fort Leavenworth and researcher of World War I ordnance history. Krisko shares the remarkable story of the Model 1917 rifle and the little-known Rifle Demonstrator Corps—an elite team of marksmen tasked with introducing a new service rifle to America’s rapidly expanding wartime Army. From urgent production

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66:18

Classic Country, Rock & Murder Ballads: The...

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2025/09/18

From outlaw country ballads to classic rock and even pirate rap, this week’s episode dives into the powerful connection between music and firearms. Host Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of https://www.gunbroker.com/finally sit down with their elusive friend Nick Hoffman—fiddler, hunter, pilot, dad, Apple Music radio host and the man behind Nick’s Wild Ride on Outdoor Channel. After years of trying to get him on the show, the trio celebrates season 10 of his TV series and

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44:18

MILSPEC: The good, the bad and the bare minimum

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2025/09/11

This week on No Lowballers, hosts Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com tackle a controversial word in the firearms world: milspec. Is it a mark of quality, a synonym for “stock,” or just the lowest bidder’s minimum requirement? The guys dive into the history, myths, and real-world applications of military specifications in firearms manufacturing.Key Topics Covered • What “milspec” really means – interchangeability and functionality, not guaranteed quality • The

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50:04

When Canada Gets Gun Laws Right (For Museums At Least)

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2025/09/04

This week on No Lowballers, hosts Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker dive into a surprising twist: sometimes Canada does firearms museums better than the United States. While civilian gun laws north of the border are notoriously restrictive, Canadian museums actually enjoy more freedom than their American counterparts.Logan shares insights from the recent Arsenals of History Symposium and explains why the lack of proper licensing in the U.S. prevents museums from

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49:15

Farewell to a legend: The Smith & Wesson Model 41

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2025/08/26

In this episode of the No Lowballers Podcast, hosts Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker.com are joined by Smith & Wesson historian Mike Helms for his record-setting third appearance on the show. Together, they dive deep into the history, design, and legacy of one of the most iconic .22 target pistols ever made—the Smith & Wesson Model 41.With news breaking that Smith & Wesson has officially discontinued production of the Model 41, the crew takes listeners through

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