A Break in the Action

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Our days are busy. Professional, family and personal obligations fill our schedules. You’re invited to take A Break in the Action of your day and escape to a place filled with sights of highly figured walnut and rich, vibrant case-color hardening. Intoxicating scents of wood smoke from a perfectly laid fire and spent shotshells fill the air. The only deals we broker are for new-to-us shotguns and our only appointments are for chilly mornings and impatient bird dogs. Here, our currency is memories and we consider ourselves wealthy.  


The goal here is simple, to provide a place to escape, a place to learn, a place to reminisce, and a place to relax - be it through our podcast or social sites. Our focus will reliably be on vintage and modern shotguns, best-in-quality gear, accessories, and experiences that complement the sporting lifestyle.


Our days are busy… take A Break in the Action.





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Recent Episodes
  • On Location: The 2025 Southern Side by Side
    May 2, 2025 – 01:17:32
  • A Guide to the Gauges
    Apr 10, 2025 – 45:59
  • Shotgun Stories V: Reid Bryant
    Mar 31, 2025 – 01:19:16
  • The 26th annual Southern Side by Side Championship and Exhibition - you need to be there!
    Mar 19, 2025 – 01:00:25
  • Shooting driven and walked-up birds in England
    Feb 26, 2025 – 01:03:37
  • A history of Beretta SO shotguns + introduction to Beretta's Shotgun of the Year
    Feb 3, 2025 – 01:00:02
  • An exciting and unique shotgun announcement with Rich Cole
    Jan 13, 2025 – 50:01
  • Shotgun Stories IV: Jonny Carter
    Dec 31, 2024 – 01:21:33
  • MacNab Challenge
    Nov 24, 2024 – 01:01:58
  • London Best: Holland and Holland
    Oct 21, 2024 – 54:20
  • Anthony Matarese Jr and Will Primos discuss their new book 'Straight Shooting for Hunters'
    Oct 14, 2024 – 57:43
  • Dove hunting at Hollywood Farms and review of the Rizzini Venus
    Oct 4, 2024 – 01:09:07
  • London Best: James Purdey and Sons
    Sep 9, 2024 – 58:09
  • Shotguns, sporting clays and steaks at Nemacolin Resort
    Sep 3, 2024 – 39:50
  • Shotgun Stories III: Larry Potterfield
    Aug 5, 2024 – 56:08
  • A weekend with Griffin and Howe at the Hudson Farm Club + Longthorne Victory Sporter shooting review
    Jul 15, 2024 – 01:36:33
  • Shotgun Stories II: Dania Vizzi
    Jun 17, 2024 – 37:19
  • Beretta DT11: A six month review + recap of our listener's event
    Jun 3, 2024 – 32:16
  • The legends in your sporting library with Steve Smith
    May 15, 2024 – 01:08:49
  • Humbled by helice at Prairie Wildlife
    Apr 15, 2024 – 59:45
  • Best double-barrel shotguns $1,000 - $3,000
    Apr 3, 2024 – 01:00:55
  • John Rigby and Co.
    Mar 19, 2024 – 36:20
  • Flying with your shotgun
    Mar 12, 2024 – 41:48
  • Shotgun Stories I: AJ DeRosa
    Feb 19, 2024 – 52:58
  • Used shotgun buyers guide with Gregg Elliott and Phil Bourjaily
    Feb 5, 2024 – 57:29
  • What's in my shooting bag?
    Jan 15, 2024 – 32:23
  • PART 2: High pheasants, flighted mallard and two magnificent 12g game guns!
    Dec 30, 2023 – 40:11
  • PART 1: High pheasants, flighted mallard and two magnificent 12g game guns!
    Dec 29, 2023 – 46:37
  • Glorious guns! Best Scottish shotguns with J-P Daeschler
    Nov 28, 2023 – 44:56
  • Hunting trips, bird camp and micro-conservation with Joe Schwenke
    Nov 13, 2023 – 53:49
  • Dr. Frankenstein's shotgun with Jonny Carter, Part 2
    Oct 30, 2023 – 31:53
  • Dr. Frankenstein's shotgun with Jonny Carter, Part 1
    Oct 23, 2023 – 42:05
  • Why walnut for shotgun stocks + what was the Browning 'salt wood' fiasco?
    Oct 9, 2023 – 40:48
  • Et al. 2023
    Sep 25, 2023 – 45:23
  • Best quail gun: A panel discussion with Reid Bryant, Durrell Smith and Charlie Jordan
    Sep 4, 2023 – 58:03
  • 28 gauge: Magic or Myth?
    Aug 23, 2023 – 42:18
  • A look at "the golden age of shotgunning" / Vintage Gunners Cup 2023
    Aug 1, 2023 – 30:36
  • Westley Richards: The pioneer of your modern shotgun.
    Jul 24, 2023 – 25:22
  • A tribute to The Shotgun Journal with Marty Fischer
    Jul 19, 2023 – 26:30
  • Best grouse gun: A panel discussion with Nick Larson, Gregg Elliott, Meadow Kouffeld and Rich Wong.
    Jul 12, 2023 – 40:40
  • A weekend shooting at The Omni Homestead Resort plus a review of the new Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. G1
    Jul 4, 2023 – 34:55
  • Shooting tweeds
    May 9, 2023 – 45:02
  • Reuniting pairs of shotguns
    Jun 1, 2021 – 39:05
  • Best double-barreled shotguns <$1,000
    Mar 21, 2021 – 21:15
  • Are British shotguns better than American shotguns?
    Mar 8, 2021 – 42:46
  • Bird hunting with a .410
    Mar 1, 2021 – 31:07
  • An anthology of Orvis branded shotguns with Greg Carpiniello
    Jun 15, 2020 – 31:23
  • Vintage shotguns with Gregg Elliott
    May 11, 2020 – 37:08
  • Finished stock sets for Beretta O/U's from ColeGun.com
    May 19, 2019 – 24:13
  • A look at British style shooting in the U.S.
    Apr 6, 2019 – 30:42
Recent Reviews
  • Boomer44s
    Best fine shotgun podcast
    If you’re looking for a podcast about bag limits, plastic guns and killing the most game look elsewhere. This podcast talks about the finer aspects of hunting and shooting with an emphasis on fine shotguns.
  • KUdavido
    “Must listen” podcast
    If you like fine shotguns, travel hunting, sporting clays and all things related, then you must check out Ryan’s podcast. Interesting, informative, and pertinent to today’s outdoor enthusiasts. I highly recommend giving it a listen.
  • indyarrowhead
    Amazing Content on Fine Guns and the Sporting Life Style.
    A Break in the Action is like no other podcast covering the past and the present of the classic sporting life. Fine Guns, in depth discussion with some of the most influential people in the industry and descriptive narratives about amazing destinations. Ryan is a Class Act!
  • FC#27
    Outstanding content
    Ryan’s content is an excellent source of detailed information for the fine shotgun enthusiast. Listening to his podcast it is evident that Ryan thoroughly enjoys his subject. Take a listen. You will not be disappointed.
  • snarematt
    Friendly, informative, engaging
    This is a gun podcast for people who aren’t ‘gun nuts’. There’s no apocalyptic politics, no loud music, no silly G.I. Joe cosplay, just interesting conversations about beautiful break-action shotguns and the amazing outdoor activities they enable. I particularly enjoy the deep dives into unique shotguns and historic brands, as well as the in depth reviews of shotgun related experiences around the world. I also enjoy the conversations with women in the sport - Ryan does a great job weaving his family and personal experiences into conversations that actually illuminate different perspectives on the things we all enjoy.
  • DrivenDelaney
    Informative and Enjoyable!
    Not many gun related podcasts are as enjoyable as this one! Ryan asks great questions and dives deep and the hour flies by. He’s humble and entertaining as are the guests!
  • Jon H Upland Obsessed
    Terrific Shotgun Podcast!
    Ryan does a fantastic job. I listen to his podcast on my commute and always look forward to new episodes. He offers a great stories on new and vintages shotguns, offering very useful information. This is a must listen for anyone interested in wing shooting, sporting clays, etc.
  • In The Echo of the Shot
    Delighted!
    Every time I listen to the many varied episodes of A Break In The Action, it feels like an escape from the everyday! A chance to dive into our sporting world even if you are stuck in traffic! I love the knowledge, the passion, and the tranquillity that comes with every episode. The personality and tone of the show is just one thing that makes it so delightful!
  • NashvilleClays
    A true enthusiast’s podcast
    A Break in the Action is the perfect podcast for both the seasoned shotgun enthusiast as well as the novice new to the sport. From incredible guests covering interesting topics, to world class shotguns, this podcast covers something for everyone. Ryan does a great job sharing his passion for the sport, and it truly shines through each episode. Have a listen, you won’t regret it!
  • Chopperlump
    Excellent
    If you are a double gun enthusiast you will find this podcast both entertaining and educational.
  • wisc_me_nord
    Love It!
    Ryan is an exceptional host. You’ll enjoy carefully curated content with guests that are experts in the field. Episodes from A Break in the Action will take you on a tour through a myriad of genres - from history to technique, gun making and more.
  • Motorhole
    Season 5, Episode 17 Outstanding!
    I greatly enjoyed this , the second of three episodes, of “Best” shotguns. Your questions and conversations were thorough and insightful. I’m not sure if a London best is in my future, but if it is I’d like it to be a Holland and Holland. I can’t wait to feel the diamond grip! Please keep up the great work, and thank you very much for this, your latest offering of shotgun enthusiasm.
  • Tamiami09
    Unique, sophisticated and extremely interesting content
    Ryan elevates the entire shotgun lifestyle experience through exposing the audience to eccentric shotguns, travel hunting destinations and a carefully curated selection of guests and content. This podcast is absolutely fascinating and only wish there were twice as many episodes to enjoy. Appreciate everything you do, Ryan! Keep’em coming…
  • NabeelAl
    Excellent podcast
    Very much enjoying the new life that has been infused in this podcast! Keep up the gopd work!
  • Braque Frances Owner
    Great Podcast
    Great podcast for both the upland hunters and sporting clays enthusiasts.
  • jrllgk
    Interesting, good pace, great information!
    Interesting host and guests. I enjoy the lifestyle and historic content the most 👍🏼
  • Tundra fan
    Love the podcast!
    I love the podcast! I am a novice when it comes to shotguns but I am fascinated by this show and I find myself learning more with each episode! Keep them coming!
  • Craigslist Addict24601
    Great show
    I’m a clay shooter that will find the time one of these days to get into upland hunting. I thoroughly enjoy the wide range of topics and the podcasts are well done.
  • Dave11212121
    Fantastic Show!
    Great job Ryan and fellas. Always a very informative and interesting show. Highly recommend listening to the Break in the Action podcast. A double gunners type of easy listening! David J. Olshansky Society of the American Side By Side Shotgun
  • billnbones
    Need more episodes
    Interesting
  • Bullet. b
    Interesting Subjects
    Educational and leaves you Yearning for more.
  • Chicago-House
    Great podcast
    Very informative and entertaining, down to earth host
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