All Shots Fired PodCast

How does a young man fresh out of high school end up building a career in the wireline industry? In this episode of All Shots Fired, host Russell Smith of Top Gun Oilfield Training Center sits down with Wyatt Ranger of SureShot Wireline in Canada. Wyatt recently completed our Supervisor Training course and shares his journey into the oilfield, what it was like starting from the ground up, the challenges he faced, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're considering a career in wireline, are new to the industry, or have years of experience, you'll enjoy this honest conversation about hard work, opportunity, and what it takes to succeed. In this episode: Wyatt's path from high school to the oilfield Getting started in wireline Challenges faced as a new hand Swapped to frac Advice for the next generation of wireline professionals If you enjoy this episode, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share with others in the wireline community. Hosted by Russell Smith Top Gun Oilfield Training Center #Wireline #Oilfield #OilAndGas #Perforating #WirelineLife #OilfieldTraining #TopGunOilfieldTraining #AllShotsFired #SupervisorTraining #Podcast

We had a busy month with David Rose with DiDrill out of Bakersville, CA and got to go to TAMU to talk wireline with students. Lastly we got to go on Local Energy and visit with Peter and Wade and talk about the school and how it got going. Check it out.

Ever wonder why sheave wheels are different sizes? We will answer that plus look at 3 different brands of sheave wheels. Sabtex promotes that their sheave wheel is built with thicker iron and the bearing is a 2 piece that is bolted on each side to help side loading issues. They also have a true 26" sheave. The measurement is from the groove which is 26" and not the wheel size.

We did a comparison with a Probe 2.75 bond tool and a Hunting 2.75 bond tool. How they look differently, how the look in warrior, and how much difference the logs look. A link to the Thoriated welding rods for a radiation source is https://a.co/d/bn8L6nG

Wireline 101: Blaster’s Meter Basics – Explained by Russell Smith | Top Gun Oilfield Training If you're new to wireline operations or just starting to learn about basic electrical testing in the oilfield, this video is the perfect place to start. In "Wireline 101: Basic Blaster’s Meter Settings and Functions," Russell Smith, President of Top Gun Oilfield Training Center, walks you through the fundamental features and functions of a typical Blaster’s Meter. Russell explains how to properly set and use the meter, interpret readings, and apply these skills in real-world wireline operations. Whether you're a new hire, a trainee, or looking to refresh your knowledge, this introductory guide will give you a solid foundation in the electrical safety and diagnostics used in wireline work. 🔧 What you'll learn in this video: Overview of the Blaster’s Meter Key settings and when to use them Basic safety checks Common troubleshooting techniques Real-world tips from a seasoned wireline instructor 🎓 About Top Gun Oilfield Training Center: Top Gun provides high-quality, hands-on training for oilfield professionals, with a focus on safety, skill-building, and real-world readiness. Visit us @ topgunoilfield.com 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated on more training videos from Top Gun Oilfield Training Center. #Wireline101 #OilfieldTraining #TopGunTraining #BlastersMeter #WirelineSafety #OilfieldBasics