Modern Protector

This video provides a comparative review of several popular casual concealed carry belts, including the Comfort Concealment Blackout Belt, Filster Enigma, Concealment Labs Liner, Hunter Constantine Belt, and Conceal Craft Bridge. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, evaluates each belt based on comfort, adjustability, concealment effectiveness, durability, and price, offering insights for viewers seeking the best option for their needs.

This video critiques the common practice of storing all firearms in traditional gun safes for home defense, arguing they are too slow and cumbersome for immediate access during an emergency. The presenter advocates for a middle-ground solution, such as a biometric gun cabinet, which offers secure storage away from children and unauthorized access while allowing for rapid deployment of home defense firearms. The Carr biometric gun cabinet is presented as a viable option for this purpose.

This video by Modern Protector outlines three critical mistakes gun owners often make that can negatively impact their image and legal standing. The instructor emphasizes avoiding jokes about firearms, refraining from displaying offensive or aggressive slogans on apparel or property, and cultivating a generally good and conflict-averse personal demeanor. These points are crucial for responsible gun ownership and self-defense preparedness.

This video provides a comprehensive tour of the Modern Protector's personal firearm collection, detailing his journey and preferences. He highlights his first concealed carry pistol, a customized Glock 19 Gen 4, and discusses its evolution and continued utility. The collection also features a budget-friendly AR-15 for home defense, a family heirloom 12-gauge shotgun, and a grandfather's muzzleloader, emphasizing sentimental value over practicality. Modern additions include a Smith & Wesson Shield Plus Carry Comp for everyday carry, several new tactical firearms from Retay USA, and his all-time favorite, a Taylor & Company .45 Colt single-action revolver, cherished for its nostalgic appeal and enjoyable shooting experience.

This video argues that all concealed carriers should participate in competitive shooting to significantly improve their defensive capabilities. The instructor, a concealed carry instructor and occasional competitor, highlights that most concealed carriers lack advanced skills due to insufficient training beyond permit classes. Competition offers a practical environment to develop crucial skills like shooting under stress, moving and shooting, engaging targets at distance, and making complex decisions, effectively serving as a 'practice gunfight' that better prepares individuals for real-world threats.

This video introduces the Retay USA 724 Patrol, a new tactical shotgun from a brand historically known for hunting firearms. The presenter, typically a pistol enthusiast, highlights its adjustable ghost ring sights, optic-ready plate (compatible with RMR/RMSC), and M-LOK forend. The shotgun's reliability is emphasized, stemming from Retay's established expertise in producing dependable hunting shotguns, making it a strong contender for home defense.

This guide, from Modern Protector, outlines four critical reasons most concealed carriers would lose a gunfight: inadequate draw practice from everyday clothing, lack of movement in training, insufficient force-on-force experience, and absence of stress inoculation. It emphasizes the need for realistic practice, including drawing from various concealed positions, shooting while moving, engaging in simulated combat scenarios, and using tools like shot timers and competitions to build confidence under pressure.

This video from Modern Protector, presented by a firearms instructor, focuses on three essential gadgets that enhance shooting skills for concealed carriers. It emphasizes practical training over purely aesthetic EDC setups. The recommended gadgets are a C pistol for dry-fire practice, a red dot sight to improve speed and focus, and a shot timer to measure and improve draw and follow-up shot times, crucial for winning gunfights.

This video emphasizes that a basic concealed carry class is insufficient for true self-defense preparedness. It highlights that while classes provide foundational knowledge in firearm safety, operation, and legal aspects, they do not develop the critical skills needed for a real-world encounter. True preparedness requires consistent, dedicated training to build muscle memory, proficiency in drawing from concealment, and the ability to engage moving targets or threats that shoot back. The speaker, identified as an instructor from Modern Protector, stresses the importance of ongoing practice beyond initial certification.

This video from Modern Protector outlines three essential items beyond a firearm and holster for concealed carriers: pepper spray for non-lethal encounters, a trauma kit for severe bleeding, and a shot timer for skill development. The instructor emphasizes that while a gun is a tool, it's not always the right one, and these additional items enhance preparedness and safety.

This video details an everyday carry (EDC) setup for a father of three, emphasizing practical tools for self-defense and daily life without appearing overtly tactical. The presenter, a homeschooled dad, highlights comfortable yet functional clothing, essential EDC items like a knife and pepper spray, a versatile flashlight, a trauma kit for emergencies, and his preferred firearm and holster combination. The focus is on balancing preparedness with a casual lifestyle.

This guide outlines five essential steps for new concealed carriers after obtaining their permit. It emphasizes the importance of advanced training beyond basic permit classes, building a training community, setting clear practice goals, implementing consistent dry and live fire routines, and carrying non-firearm self-defense tools like pepper spray and a trauma kit, alongside medical training.