This Q&A session addresses common firearms and gear questions for new and experienced shooters. The instructor advocates for red dot sights over iron sights for beginners due to their simpler aiming system. She also discusses concealed carry methods, the utility of a striker control device on Glocks, and personal preferences for defensive tools like pepper spray. The video touches on firearm reliability, caliber choices for new shooters, and personal stances on open carry and full-auto firearms.
Tessah Booth, an experienced PHLster employee, provides an expert update on her 2024 Everyday Carry (EDC) setup, focusing on the Sig P365 and Glock 42. She details extensive modifications to enhance concealment, grip, and comfort, including custom grip modules, holster adjustments with the PHLster Enigma, and the use of accessories like OC spray and trauma medical gear. The guide emphasizes practical application and personal preference in optimizing EDC for various situations.
This guide details the use of a Striker Control Device (SCD) for enhanced holstering safety with the CZ P10C. The video emphasizes the importance of this aftermarket accessory, particularly for concealed carry, by demonstrating how it prevents accidental discharge if the trigger is snagged during re-holstering. The instructor, exhibiting high authority, highlights the P10C's value proposition and practical features.
This video provides an in-depth look at a customized Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS pistol configured for concealed carry. It highlights the benefits of the Gen 5 platform, including its ergonomic features and modularity. The review details specific aftermarket upgrades such as a Striker Control Device (SCD) for enhanced safety and a Holosun HE507K-GR X2 red dot sight mounted via a C&H Precision Weapons plate, emphasizing its compact footprint and utility for concealed carry.
Despite the popularity of the Sig P365, the Glock 48 MOS remains a preferred EDC for its shootability, optics-ready slide, and slim profile suitable for smaller hands. The addition of a Striker Control Device enhances safety. However, standard capacity is low, and the MOS system requires adapter plates. Shield Arms S15 magazines have experienced reliability issues.
This video explores the challenges of finding modern double-action semi-automatic pistols for concealed carry. Chris Baker, a firearms educator from Lucky Gunner, highlights the safety advantages of DA/SA triggers, such as heavier first pulls and the ability to safely re-holster by pinning the hammer. He discusses the limited availability of DAO options and reviews several DA/SA models, noting their bulk compared to popular striker-fired pistols.
This video reviews the Tau Development Group Striker Control Device (SCD) as a significant upgrade for Glock 19 concealed carry, particularly for appendix holstering. The SCD adds a passive safety layer by allowing users to feel the trigger's rearward movement with their thumb on the slide plate during holstering, providing a tactile warning of potential trigger guard obstructions. This is presented as a crucial enhancement for preventing inadvertent discharges, especially in high-stress situations or when holstering without direct visual confirmation.
This video is an After Action Review (AAR) of John Johnston's 2-Day Tests and Standards Course. The description outlines the video's chapter breakdown, covering the progression of the course from Day 1 to Day 2, including discussions on D.A.M. (Defining Actionable Marksmanship), unconscious competence, self-talk, class takeaways, and gear performance. Key safety rules for the class are also highlighted, specifically addressing unauthorized gun handling and muzzling. Links to the instructor's course schedule and various gear used, such as a Dark Star Gear holster, Blue Alpha Belt, Shield Arms magazines, Maglula loader, and a T.A.D.E.V. Group Striker Control Device, are provided.
Mark "Coch" Cochiolo, a former Navy SEAL, discusses the Striker Control Device by T.A.D. Development Group for Glocks. This device acts as a safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharges, particularly when reholstering a concealed firearm. It provides tactile feedback if the trigger is inadvertently depressed, allowing the user to detect and correct potential unsafe conditions before the gun fires.
This video details upgrades for the Glock G19 Gen 4, focusing on enhancing its personal defense capabilities. Key modifications include aftermarket sights for improved visibility in various lighting conditions, a flat-faced trigger for better finger placement, and the addition of a Striker Control Device (SCD) for enhanced safety during reholstering. The review also covers the Keepers Concealment Keeper holster, highlighting its lightweight design and comfort features.
Scott Alinsky of Modern Samurai Project details his customized BoreSight Solutions Glock 17, emphasizing its suitability for duty, competition, and concealed carry. He highlights modifications like the Razorback grip for enhanced control, a Zev Technologies magwell for easier reloads, and a custom trigger job by AJ Zito at Practical Performance Gunsmithing. The setup also includes a SureFire X300 weapon light and a Trijicon RMR with a BoreSight Solutions mount, showcasing a focus on functionality and reliability.
This video documents the final stage of a WSPS competition, where the creator secured a victory in the Carry Optics division and finished 6th overall. The firearm used is an Agency Glock 34 equipped with an RMR06 optic and a Striker Control Device. The video highlights the unusual aspect of competing with a gun typically used for concealed carry, expressed humorously in the description.
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