Videos tagged with First Time Buyer

Johnny Q, demonstrating high authority, provides recommendations for first-time concealed carry firearms, focusing on compact pistols with substantial magazine capacity. He highlights the Glock 19 Gen 5 (15+1), Smith & Wesson Shield X (13+1), Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro Comp (15+1), Sig Sauer X Macro (17+1), and Bul Armory Ultralight Pro (16+1), all chambered in 9mm. The video also includes a brief mention of the Sonoran Desert Institute for firearms education.

This video from Gun For Hire Range recommends the Springfield Armory Echelon as an excellent first handgun. The instructors highlight its ambidextrous controls, modularity for adapting to the shooter's needs, and out-of-the-box optic-ready slide with night sights. It's presented as a versatile option suitable for new owners.

This video reviews five handguns available for under $400, focusing on options suitable for concealed carry and first-time buyers. The expert highlights features like size, trigger quality, magazine capacity, and optics readiness, comparing them to popular models like the Sig Sauer P365 and Hellcat. The reviewed firearms include the Taurus GX2, Ruger Max 9, Canik, Smith & Wesson Shield Plus, and Smith & Wesson Equalizer, with an honorable mention for the standard S&W EZ.

This guide, presented by Spartan Defense, offers a comprehensive breakdown for selecting your first 1911 pistol. It covers essential features like sights, triggers, safeties, size variations (Government vs. Commander), and customization options such as grips and mainspring housings. The instruction emphasizes practical considerations for new owners, highlighting modern tactical upgrades and ergonomic nuances.

This guide provides essential considerations for first-time AR-15 buyers, covering price, purpose, setup, maintenance, and the critical importance of training. It highlights how intended use dictates features and budget, and emphasizes understanding firearm operation for reliability. The video features insights from Classic Firearms, a major firearms retailer, offering practical advice for new owners.

This video from GUNBROS offers practical advice for new firearm owners, emphasizing the importance of budgeting for ammunition costs. The speaker, identified as a knowledgeable retail professional, warns against purchasing expensive firearms like the SCAR Heavy without considering the ongoing expense of ammunition, which can render the firearm unusable for practice. The core recommendation is to start with an affordable and inexpensive-to-shoot firearm to ensure consistent range time and skill development.

The Smith & Wesson SD9 2.0 is presented as a budget-friendly, USA-made polymer-frame striker-fired pistol. While offering aggressive texturing and decent ergonomics for its price point, the reviewer notes a long trigger reset and the inclusion of only one magazine as drawbacks. It's considered a shootable and balanced option for those seeking an affordable entry-level firearm or a budget collection piece.

This guide outlines the essential steps for first-time firearm buyers, focusing on the necessary paperwork and background check process. It highlights the distinction between forms required for long guns versus handguns and provides context on typical processing times, referencing Wisconsin's same-day pickup possibility. The information is presented with an approachable and professional tone from D'Boss Firearms.

This review of the Taurus G3C, presented by firearms expert Colion Noir, highlights its exceptional value for its price point. Noir details the pistol's trigger mechanics, emphasizing its predictable take-up and crisp reset for effective follow-up shots. He also praises the improved ergonomics and grip texture, which significantly aid in managing the recoil of the .40 S&W cartridge, making it a controllable option even for newer shooters.

This guide, drawing from the expertise of Elliott Delp and Sparky, emphasizes the importance of investing in high-quality optics for your first AR-15 build. It highlights that confidence in gear performance and reliability is paramount, preventing shooters from misattributing misses to skill rather than equipment failure. The advice focuses on making a quality optic a foundational part of the initial setup.

This video captures the immediate reactions and opinions of a first-time Glock buyer who transitioned from multiple Sig Sauer P320 pistols to a Glock G19. The content aims to compare and contrast specific, often idiosyncratic, differences observed between these two popular handgun models. The creator emphasizes that the opinions expressed are personal and for entertainment purposes only, with all items being legally available products. The description also includes unrelated personal advice and a disclaimer regarding fair use and the non-commercial nature of the video.

This guide, presented by firearms trainer John G. Johnson, outlines five critical mistakes first-time pistol buyers often make. It emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience before purchase, advises against overly complex or impractical firearm choices for beginners, and stresses the need to master iron sights before adding optics. Johnson's authoritative instruction aims to prevent common pitfalls for new gun owners.