Videos tagged with Geauga Firearms Academy

This guide details the quick draw technique using the Valhalla Tactical Loki Jacket, as demonstrated by instructors from Geauga Firearms Academy. The jacket features specialized side snaps and an internal 'Hand Garage' designed to facilitate a sub-second draw from concealed positions like 4 o'clock or appendix carry. Consistent practice is emphasized to overcome the resistance of the strong snaps, enabling a faster and more covert presentation of the firearm.

This guide outlines critical steps for civilians after a deadly force incident, based on the expertise of an instructor from Geauga Firearms Academy. It emphasizes clear communication with 911, compliance with arriving law enforcement, and managing the immediate aftermath, including legal and emotional considerations. The advice is presented with a serious, professional, and authoritative tone, drawing on the instructor's experience in various policing environments.

This video, presented by Geauga Firearms Academy, uses a humorous, satirical 90s infomercial style to highlight the challenges women face with concealed carry options. It transitions to promote a practical local training event focused on personal protection, self-defense, and selecting appropriate CCW gear. The instructor emphasizes practical advice over impractical marketing.

This guide provides an overview of the Nitecore EDC17 flashlight, covering its unique flat design, practical features like a glass breaker and slider switch, and multi-functionality with white light, green laser, and UV. The review highlights its durability, IPX7 water resistance, and USB-C charging, offering insights from a professional firearms instructor on its real-world utility for everyday carry.

Neil from Geauga Firearms Academy announces his nomination for 'Best Shooter' in The Gundies Awards and encourages viewers to vote daily on thegundies.com between December 1st and 15th. He expresses gratitude and holiday wishes to his audience.

This guide from Geauga Firearms Academy offers a comprehensive holiday gift selection for firearm enthusiasts and those interested in everyday carry (EDC) items. It covers a range of products from practical range accessories like reactive targets and D-Lead wipes to specialized gear such as concealed carry apparel, advanced flashlights, and dry-fire training tools. The recommendations emphasize quality, functionality, and specific use cases, drawing on the instructor's expertise.

This video from Geauga Firearms Academy focuses on the defensive firearm draw, emphasizing situational awareness and weapon retention over pure speed. Instructor Neil explains that in real-world self-defense, de-escalation and creating space are paramount. The draw technique prioritizes keeping the firearm close to the body for retention, especially against close threats or multiple assailants, and involves a deliberate 'L' formation before presenting the weapon. The instruction covers both Outside the Waistband (OWB) and Inside the Waistband (IWB) draws, highlighting the importance of the support hand in clearing garments and maintaining control.

This video reviews two affordable Osite red dot sights, the SE (battery-powered) and the S (rechargeable), highlighting their features and value. The instructor, Kim from Geauga Firearms Academy, emphasizes the fully enclosed emitter design and user-friendly adjustments. Both models are presented as solid options for those looking to add a red dot to their pistol without a high price tag, with particular attention paid to the SE's manual brightness control and the S's rechargeable capability.

This guide from Geauga Firearms Academy emphasizes the critical importance of checking red dot optic mounting screws. The instructor demonstrates a simple yet effective method of marking screws and their mounting surfaces with ink. This allows for quick visual confirmation if screws begin to back out due to recoil, a common issue that can lead to optic failure. The video also suggests using Loctite for added security.

This video from Geauga Firearms Academy addresses the common issue of shooting low and left for right-handed shooters. Lead instructor Kim emphasizes that excessive grip pressure, particularly at the moment of trigger press, is the primary cause. The guide details how to achieve a consistent, stable grip by using the support hand to create a rigid structure and avoiding over-tightening the shooting hand, leading to improved accuracy.

This Geauga Firearms Academy video by Neil demonstrates a practical tip for cost-saving by adapting gear from different systems, specifically highlighting the use of Blade-Tech products. The video emphasizes that this is a demonstration of concepts and does not replace professional, hands-on training. It provides links to Blade-Tech, the Geauga Firearms Academy website, social media, and other exclusive video content.

This Geauga Firearms Academy video explains a fundamental firearm operation: why the slide locks to the rear when a pistol is empty. Presented by Neil, the content is geared towards new shooters seeking to understand basic mechanics and safety features. The video emphasizes the importance of hands-on training with a qualified instructor and provides links to additional resources, including their Patreon channel, Instagram, and website, as well as a documentary series on student progression.