Videos tagged with Into the Fray

This episode of 'Into the Fray' emphasizes the critical importance of being armed at all times, even within one's own home, to effectively counter home invasions. It highlights how immediate firearm access can de-escalate or end a violent encounter within seconds, contrasting it with the dangers and uncertainties of hand-to-hand combat or using improvised weapons.

This video from Into the Fray Episode 308 reviews Pitbull Tactical's improved universal magazine carrier. The carrier is designed to securely hold a wide range of pistol magazines, from single-stack 9mm to double-stack .45 ACP. It can be worn inside or outside the waistband and features ergonomic improvements for comfort and ease of use. The carrier utilizes a simple yet effective design with two polymer pieces held together by an expanding polymer band. The video also highlights the USCCA's mission to educate gun owners, protect members, and prevent crime, encouraging viewers to join their mission.

This episode celebrates the 300th installment of the 'Into the Fray' series by USCCA. Host Kevin Michalowski, editor of Concealed Carry Magazine, reflects on the show's six-year journey, highlighting its evolution from a small operation to a significant platform. The series covers a wide range of topics including new firearm reviews, gear showcases, analysis of surveillance videos, and discussions on both mistakes and effective actions taken in self-defense scenarios. Michalowski expresses gratitude to the behind-the-scenes team and encourages viewers to share the content and subscribe for weekly updates.

This video from the 'Into The Fray' series discusses the concept of 'money stamping' as a way for responsible gun owners to demonstrate their economic impact and positive presence in the community. The host suggests stamping currency with phrases like 'Responsible Gun Owner' to raise awareness, acknowledging potential legal gray areas but framing it as relatively safe. The video highlights Sackmann Stamps as a provider of such stamps and encourages viewers to support local businesses. The USCCA's mission and membership benefits are also promoted throughout the description.

This video from USCCA's 'Into The Fray' series addresses the suppression of firearms content by internet companies like YouTube and Facebook. Host Kevin Mikhailovsky emphasizes the importance of subscribing to channels and activating notification bells to ensure continued access to free training and information, as platforms are limiting the organic reach of such content.

This episode of 'Into the Fray' analyzes a self-defense incident to highlight critical firearm safety rules. It emphasizes the importance of knowing your target and what lies beyond it, especially in dynamic situations where unintended targets can appear. The video also addresses the danger of pointing a firearm at anything you don't intend to destroy, even when disarming an assailant.

Kevin Michalowski, editor of Concealed Carry Magazine, emphasizes the importance of training for one-handed shooting with the support arm in a relaxed, down position, rather than across the chest. This technique simulates scenarios where the support arm may be injured. He advises practicing drawing, engaging targets, and clearing malfunctions with the arm hanging limp, highlighting how this affects balance and operational efficiency.

This video demonstrates that even with a shotgun using birdshot, careful aiming is crucial for self-defense. Instructor Kevin Michalowski shows target patterns at 5, 7, and 10 yards, illustrating that the spread is not wide enough to guarantee a hit without precise aim, debunking the myth of 'no-aim' shotgun defense.

This video demonstrates the 'out of battery' or speed reload technique, emphasizing the critical importance of keeping eyes on the target. Instructor Tony Lira of Ultimate Training Munitions, alongside Kevin Mikolowski of Concealed Carry Magazine, utilizes a UTM conversion kit with marking rounds for safe, repeatable practice. Key takeaways include maintaining situational awareness, working the firearm within a designated 'fighting box', and practicing with varied magazine loads to simulate real-world scenarios without relying on counting rounds.

This video provides tactical advice for defending oneself when attacked in a vehicle at a traffic light. Instructor Kevin Mikowski emphasizes using the vehicle door as a barrier, exiting the vehicle to create distance, and utilizing the car for cover while engaging a threat if escape is impossible. The advice assumes a deadly force situation where fighting is the only option.

This episode of "Into the Fray" addresses viewer comments regarding product reviews. The host clarifies that product reviews are indeed part of the channel and emphasizes that their inclusion is based on genuine belief in the product, not on companies "buying their way in." Any future promotional content will be clearly distinguished from "Into the Fray." The description also includes links to USCCA resources for concealed carry and their social media channels. A free gun giveaway is also advertised.

This guide details the process of installing a laser guide rod into a Beretta 92FS, a modification that enhances aiming capabilities, especially in low-light conditions, without requiring a new holster. The expert instruction from USCCA emphasizes safety protocols throughout the disassembly and reassembly steps. This modification is presented as a practical upgrade for self-defense pistols.