Videos tagged with Kevin Michalowski

This Gun Talk Radio episode features Kevin Michalowski from Concealed Carry Magazine discussing everyday carry (EDC) guns, training lessons, and carry tips. Host Ryan Gresham, along with Chris Cerino and Kevin Jarnagin, welcomes Michalowski to the show. The discussion likely delves into practical advice for individuals carrying firearms daily, drawing from Michalowski's expertise at Concealed Carry Magazine and the established legacy of Gun Talk Radio, which has been a source for firearms and shooting sports content since 1995.

This video compares two Ruger GP100 revolvers: a 7-round .357 Magnum with a 2-inch barrel and a 6-round 10mm Match Champion with a 4-inch barrel. The speaker found he shot the 10mm significantly better, highlighting its potential for defense against both human threats and large animals. The choice depends on the user's intended application, with the 10mm showing superior accuracy in this test.

The Intratec TEC-22, a discontinued stamped metal firearm, is reviewed as both 'ridiculous' and 'amazing'. Despite its rudimentary sights and unique top-mounted cocking mechanism, it surprisingly demonstrates accuracy during live fire. The TEC-22 utilizes Ruger 10/22 compatible magazines, with a noted 25-round capacity for the Intratec branded version.

Drawing a concealed firearm, even without firing, can lead to severe legal consequences. The legal standard for deadly force (imminent death or great bodily harm) is often subjective and subject to prosecutor discretion. While most defensive gun uses de-escalate without shots fired, the act of drawing places the carrier in a 'legal shark tank' where witness accounts can be unreliable and lead to charges.

This YouTube video presents a live scenario training focused on home defense, featuring a young woman confronting intruders in two simulated situations. USCCA Director of Content Kevin Michalowski and ARMA Training President Dave Young moderate the scenarios, providing expert analysis on the participant's actions. They break down what was done correctly and suggest areas for improvement, offering home-defense solutions. The video utilizes the UTM stress vest system for realistic training and includes timestamps for different segments, such as scenario one, debriefs, scenario two, and an after-action discussion.

This video explores the legal ramifications of using deadly force in a self-defense scenario. It emphasizes that even when justified, the legal system may initially treat a firearm carrier as a criminal. The discussion, featuring USCCA's director of content and a former state prosecutor, covers when deadly force is acceptable during an attack and the potential legal consequences. Key aspects touched upon include how legal trouble can arise after a self-defense incident, factors influencing a case, the importance of conflict avoidance, and the limitations of even a skilled attorney. The video also briefly mentions a giveaway.

This video analyzes a real-world incident captured on surveillance footage, demonstrating the lawful use of deadly force. It breaks down the legal pillars of Ability, Opportunity, and Jeopardy, explaining how a numerical disparity and proximity of suspects can establish a reasonable fear of death or great bodily harm. The tactical assessment highlights the importance of situational awareness and decisive action when cornered for effective self-defense.

Drawing a firearm in self-defense is legally permissible only when facing an imminent threat of death or great bodily harm. Improperly drawing can lead to charges like brandishing. It's crucial to be the first to report to 911 and to avoid speaking with law enforcement without an attorney present to protect your rights.

This video critiques NYC's bizarre nuclear survival plan, highlighting its three-step 'get inside, stay inside, stay tuned' approach. The speaker, Kevin Michalowski from USCCA, stresses the critical need for personal preparedness, urging viewers to stock essential survival items like firearms, ammunition, food, and water. He suggests that official government warnings about nuclear threats signal a serious need for citizens to proactively prepare for self-protection.

Drawing a firearm during a verbal argument without an imminent deadly threat can lead to serious legal charges such as disorderly conduct while armed or reckless endangerment. Even if you are justified, police response to a 'gun' call will focus on you. It is crucial to only draw your weapon when facing an immediate threat to life or limb.

This video analyzes President Biden's executive order on firearms, arguing it targets law-abiding citizens and is ineffective against violent crime. The USCCA Director of Content, Kevin Michalowski, breaks down the executive order's points, highlighting concerns about universal background checks, red flag laws infringing on Fourth Amendment rights, and safe gun storage laws potentially leading to confiscation. The video also questions the marketing of guns to children and the broader implications for Second Amendment rights, emphasizing the importance of constitutional checks and balances. It includes a giveaway for viewers and encourages USCCA membership.

Carrying a concealed firearm involves more than just the moment of defense; it carries significant long-term legal, psychological, and social consequences. Prepare for the aftermath, including potential interrogations, loss of firearm, and severe PTSD. Trauma can also affect bystanders and even pets, highlighting the life-altering responsibility of using a firearm.