Ep 7. The Taser Shotgun

The Taser Shotgun is the seventh episode of the second season of Sons of Guns, a reality TV show about a gun shop in Louisiana that specializes in customizing and creating firearms. In this episode, the Red Jacket Firearms team takes on a unique challenge when a police department asks them to create a shotgun that can fire both regular shotgun shells and taser cartridges.

The episode begins with Will, the gunsmith at Red Jacket Firearms, meeting with the local sheriff's department to discuss their request for a taser shotgun. The sheriff explains that they often encounter situations where a suspect is not armed but still poses a threat, and a taser shotgun would allow them to subdue the suspect without using lethal force. Will takes on the challenge and begins designing and building the gun.

Meanwhile, Vince, another gunsmith at Red Jacket, is tasked with modifying a World War II-era rifle to be used in a movie. The rifle is needed for a scene where a character uses it to shoot through a wall, so Vince has to make sure it's powerful enough to do so while still maintaining its historical accuracy.

As work on both projects progresses, tensions begin to rise among the Red Jacket team. Joe, the shop's owner, becomes frustrated with Will's design for the taser shotgun, feeling that it's taking too long to complete. Will, on the other hand, feels that he's being rushed and isn't able to work at his best when he's under pressure. This tension creates a rift between the two and affects the entire team.

Despite the conflicts, both projects are eventually completed. The taser shotgun is tested and works perfectly, with the team demonstrating its capabilities to the sheriff's department. The modified rifle is also successful, with Vince achieving the desired effect of shooting through a wall during the movie's filming.

Overall, this episode of Sons of Guns is a fascinating look at the process of designing and building custom firearms. It also offers insight into the challenges that arise when working on multiple projects at once, as well as interpersonal conflicts that can impact the team's ability to work together effectively. The Taser Shotgun is a standout episode in the series, showcasing the ingenuity and skill of the Red Jacket Firearms team.