Videos tagged with Winter Carry

This video compares the Glock 19 and Glock 43X for everyday carry (EDC). The speaker suggests the Glock 19 is better suited for winter carry due to its size, while the Glock 43X is preferred for spring and summer carry due to its concealability. The 43X is noted for its comfortable feel and surprisingly manageable recoil.

This review from Ghost Firearms Training LLC provides an expert assessment of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0, highlighting its suitability as an EDC firearm. The instructor, with high authority based on practical experience, details a 600-round reliability test with zero malfunctions and discusses its manageable recoil for a subcompact. Key considerations include its concealability and a potential ergonomic drawback with winter gloves due to a tight trigger guard, positioning it as a solid choice for deep concealment and close-quarters defense.

The video discusses '10mm weather' as a signal for carrying a 10mm caliber firearm, particularly in cold conditions. It also includes a strong warning about potential government overreach and its consequences for minor firearm regulation infractions, such as shotgun barrel length.

This video from SPN Firearms discusses adapting your Everyday Carry (EDC) for winter conditions. The instructor emphasizes that while pocket pistols remain viable, upgrading ammunition to specialized rounds designed for clothing penetration is crucial. For primary carry, the focus shifts to leveraging winter's increased concealability to carry larger capacity firearms or magazines, while still prioritizing comfort and avoiding printing. The expert also explores alternative calibers and firearm types suitable for colder weather.

The speaker, TheYankeeMarshal, discusses his shift in winter carry strategy due to arthritis and cold weather impacting his ability to shoot his primary carry, a 2.5-inch Colt Python in .357 Magnum. He introduces the CZ Shadow 2 Carry as his new winter option, prioritizing its capacity and compatibility with a red dot sight for improved shooting as he ages. The video highlights personal preferences in firearm selection and modification, including grip changes and aesthetic matching to his vehicle.

This video explores the common practice of switching handguns for winter concealed carry. The host, Yankee, discusses his personal preference for carrying a .357 Magnum year-round but considers a switch to a less powerful firearm due to cold weather affecting his knuckles. He then shares viewer responses, revealing a variety of winter carry choices, with many participants opting to carry the same firearm as in warmer months.

This video discusses the practice of switching to a larger or more powerful carry gun in winter due to increased clothing layers, which aids concealment. The speaker debunks legal concerns, stating that a justified shooting is a justified shooting regardless of the firearm's caliber. The primary tactical recommendation is to maintain a similar manual of arms between different carry guns to ensure proficiency under stress, emphasizing that winter carry often allows for the selection of a preferred firearm rather than a compromise.

The speaker, a long-time Glock advocate, expresses disillusionment with Glock's recent product decisions, particularly the discontinuation of popular models and the upcoming 'Generation V' pistol. He announces a shift to carrying a Staccato C2 for fall and winter, citing its suitability for colder weather carry and personal preference for its performance and aesthetics. The video highlights the transition from traditional duty pistols to more specialized firearms for seasonal carry.

This video discusses the advantages of carrying revolvers during the fall and winter months, contrasting them with semi-automatic handguns. The presenter highlights nostalgia, reliability, and unique tactical benefits like pocket carry and pressing against a target without going out of battery. Specific models like the Smith & Wesson 432 UC and Taurus 856 UL are showcased, along with various calibers.

This video provides an expert-level breakdown of Chris's 2025 Every Day Carry (EDC) setup, emphasizing personalization for lifestyle and body type. He details his primary carry, the S&W Shield Plus Performance Center, his deep concealment option, the S&W Bodyguard 2.0, and his winter carry, the Staccato CS. The review also covers essential EDC tools like knives and flashlights, and importantly, the necessity of carrying and knowing how to use medical gear.

This video compares the Glock 19 and Glock 43X for everyday carry (EDC). The presenter highlights the 43X's superior concealability and personal shooting comfort, while acknowledging the 19's comfortable grip and potential for EDC if concealment were less of an issue. The video also touches on trigger feel, aftermarket modifications, and seasonal carry considerations.

This video reviews the NeoMag and NeoMag G, innovative pocket magazine carriers designed for concealed carry. The presenter explains how these magnetic devices allow users to carry an extra magazine discreetly, appearing like a pocket knife. He details the differences between the single-magnet original NeoMag and the dual-magnet NeoMag G, recommending the latter for better retention, especially with Glock magazines.