Join us here on After Dark for an exclusive dive into the world of firearms development with Buck Pierson, the head of business development at Staccato. In this episode of the Iron Sights Podcast, we uncover the secrets behind Staccato's rise in the firearms industry. When it comes to firearms training and exploration, Staccato pistols have captured the attention of enthusiasts worldwide. Buck Pierson shares insights into Staccato's journey, from its humble beginnings to its current position as a leading firearms company their innovative approach to firearm design, their plans for the future. Buck offers a firsthand account of the company's ethos, successes, and aspirations, giving you a deeper understanding of what sets Staccato apart in the competitive firearms market. Episode Sponsor: BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/ For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout. BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best. Episode Sponsor: SLNT: https://slnt.com/pages/ironsights Use the code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout for an exclusive discount SLNT offers a range of sleek RFID blocking wallets, EDC Faraday bags, travel gear, laptop sleeves, and key-fob cases with the added protection of their patented Silent Pocket® Faraday cage technology, which turns your devices invisible, and safe, from the outside world by instantly blocking Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, RFID/NFC, EMP, and EMF. This elite signal blocking technology is the easiest way to instantly enhance your peace of mind around how your mobile devices are screwing your digital life up. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 08:52 Buck's Background 13:20 Buck's Career 18:16 Iraq 19:24 CQB Training School 24:44 Re-enlisted 29:37 Process To Become A Leader 34:32 First Responder Suicides 39:54 Contemplating Getting Out Of The Military And Preparing For Deployment 44:51 Buck's Retirement 49:22 Buck's Transitions After Retirement 51:05 Staccato 56:31 Improving Weapons At Staccato 59:55 The Past Year 01:04:44 Re-Inventing And Innovating 01:09:00 Customer Service At Staccato 01:13:18 Staccato New Facility 01:16:29 Staccato And The Law Enforcement Community 01:22:54 Buck's Future At The Company 01:26:56 Find Out More About Staccato Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: rdfprograms.com Online Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching): https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membership Virtual Coaching: https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coaching Self-Guided Programs: https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1 Connect With Us: Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/