Ep 6. When the Guns Come Out

When the Guns Come Out is the sixth episode of the third season of the American crime drama television series Justified. The episode aired on February 14, 2012, on FX.

In this episode, Raylan (played by Timothy Olyphant) is tasked with finding a missing informant, while Boyd (played by Walton Goggins) sets out to take down a drug cartel. Raylan begins his investigation by visiting the informant's last known location, a bar where he discovers a cellphone that belonged to the missing man. Using the phone, Raylan pieces together the events leading up to the disappearance of his informant, which involves a ruthless drug lord named Quarles (played by Neal McDonough).

Meanwhile, Boyd enlists the help of his cousin Johnny (played by David Meunier) to supply him with weapons, as he sets his sights on taking down Quarles and his associates. Boyd's plan involves ambushing one of Quarles' drug shipments and stealing the drugs to sell them for a profit. However, the plan is complicated when an unexpected third party shows up, leading to a violent showdown between Boyd and the drug cartel.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise between Raylan and Quarles, as the two square off against each other in a game of cat and mouse. Raylan is determined to find his informant, while Quarles is equally determined to maintain his control over his drug empire. The two men engage in a series of tense confrontations, each trying to outmaneuver the other.

When the Guns Come Out is a tense and action-packed episode that continues to showcase the strong writing, acting, and pacing that have made Justified one of the most popular and critically acclaimed shows on television. The episode is full of surprises and unexpected twists, as the various storylines converge in a thrilling and satisfying way. Fans of the show will not want to miss this standout episode of an already outstanding season.