Videos tagged with Carry Gun Selection

The speaker discusses their personal preferences for revolver barrel lengths, prioritizing carryability and comfort. They favor shorter barrels, specifically 3-inch and 4.25-inch, with a particular fondness for 3-inch. While they acknowledge 5-inch and 6-inch barrels, they find them less practical for concealed carry due to size and perceived insecurity. The 2.5-inch barrel is also mentioned as a comfortable option that balances well.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio discusses firearms that were once go-to choices but are no longer carried by individuals, exploring the reasons behind these shifts. Topics include the evolution of concealed carry pistols, the decline of the .40 S&W cartridge, and the importance of EDC items beyond firearms. The discussion highlights how technology, personal experience, and changing needs influence firearm preferences.

The Yankee Marshal prioritizes firearm selection for concealed carry based on power, then accuracy, and lastly speed. He argues that a firearm must possess sufficient power to neutralize a threat, citing examples of inadequate calibers failing to penetrate barriers or clothing. Accuracy is deemed the second most critical factor, ensuring hits on target, while speed in drawing and firing is considered the least important, as effective shooting relies on the shooter's ability to be fast and accurate simultaneously.

This video argues that reliability is often misstated as the primary factor when choosing a carry gun. The speaker asserts that revolvers are inherently more reliable than semi-automatic firearms due to simpler mechanics and fewer failure points. The core message is to honestly assess priorities, such as capacity or concealability, rather than defaulting to 'reliability' as the sole or primary driver for selecting a semi-automatic handgun.

This live Q&A session with Nightwood Guns delves into critical firearm durability concerns, particularly focusing on the SIG Sauer P365's trigger bar spring issue. The instructor emphasizes understanding a firearm's limitations and potential failure points, contrasting the P365's issues with more robust designs like HK and Glock. The discussion also touches on other known failure points in firearms like the Beretta 92FS and CZ 75, providing actionable advice for selecting and maintaining reliable firearms for critical applications.

This guide helps individuals choose the perfect carry gun by focusing on five key criteria: caliber suitability, ammunition capacity, comfort and concealability, shootability, and personal fit. It emphasizes that reliability is paramount and advises against underpowered calibers like .22LR. The instructor uses an elimination bracket approach to narrow down options, highlighting that a comfortable and concealable firearm is essential for consistent carry.

This video features Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson, renowned firearms experts, discussing and dissecting the '7 Shooter's Sins' that plague the shooting community. They provide pragmatic advice on focusing training on realistic scenarios, mastering fundamental skills like grip and accuracy, and avoiding common pitfalls such as buying skill or over-tuning firearms. The discussion emphasizes a no-nonsense approach to developing true proficiency with a defensive handgun.

TheYankeeMarshal, an expert firearms instructor, details his personal criteria for selecting a modern carry gun, prioritizing hammer-fired, all-steel platforms in .45 ACP due to physical limitations like arthritis. He evaluates several popular models, ultimately choosing the Sig Sauer STX 1911 for its balance of features and shootability, while explaining why other options like Glocks, CZs, and Berettas fell short of his specific needs.

This video discusses the importance of understanding different handgun trigger pull types for concealed carry. The presenter, who prefers Double-Action Only (DAO) triggers for their consistency, explains the characteristics of DAO, Double-Action Single-Action (DA/SA), and Single-Action Only (SAO) triggers. He emphasizes that personal shooting style and comfort are paramount when choosing a carry gun, and that trigger consistency can be beneficial under stress.