GunForHireRadio #378 - John Jillard On His Discriminatory Treatment

This video discusses the San Jose Police Department's implementation of a $1,300 fee for Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permits, which is criticized as excessive and not covering essential costs like training, fingerprinting, or psychological evaluations. The speaker highlights this as a potential barrier to exercising Second Amendment rights, especially in light of the Bruin decision. It encourages listeners to support organizations like the CRPA that are actively litigating against such fees and restrictive policies.

Erich Pratt of Gun Owners of America discusses the historical opposition to carrying firearms at permitted rallies and advocates for consistent constitutional protection. He highlights positive interactions between armed GOA members and law enforcement, citing a PoliceOne.com survey indicating strong support for concealed carry among officers. The discussion emphasizes the need for all political parties to consistently defend constitutional rights, particularly the right to bear arms during protests, and stresses the importance of awaiting full investigations before drawing conclusions on active cases.

This video analyzes a Washington Post opinion piece concerning the Supreme Court case challenging New York's restrictive gun carry laws. The speaker argues that the court is not expanding gun rights but reverting them to their original constitutional intent, causing 'culture shock' among gun control advocates. The analysis highlights the likely strike-down of New York's 'special need' requirement for carry permits and the potential establishment of an individual right to carry firearms in public.

This episode of Gun For Hire Radio, featuring attorney Dan Schmutter, discusses the implications of the Supreme Court's Bruen decision on the right to carry firearms. It highlights that 'justifiable need' is no longer a valid requirement in states like New York and New Jersey, effectively granting citizens the same constitutional rights as those in other states. The discussion emphasizes the importance of education and knowledge regarding the new application processes and potential legal challenges.

The US Supreme Court denied cert in Jacobson v. Worth, upholding a 8th Circuit ruling that 18-20 year olds have Second Amendment rights, including the right to carry firearms in public. This decision sets a positive precedent, though the court's reluctance to take the case might signal a cautious approach to expanding Second Amendment jurisprudence. Future cases like the Reese case will further define these rights.

This discussion analyzes the impact of the Bruin decision on Second Amendment rights, highlighting how it has increased the success rate of legal challenges against gun control laws. While acknowledging that legislative bodies continue to pass restrictive laws, the conversation emphasizes that these are increasingly being struck down or face significant legal hurdles due to Bruin's precedent. The speakers discuss the time lag in legal processes and the strategic importance of focusing on federal court challenges.

This guide details the one-handed shooting technique for a .50 Cal Desert Eagle, as demonstrated by expert Anthony Colandro. It covers preparation, execution, and target analysis, emphasizing advanced recoil control for high-caliber handguns. Colandro, the owner of Gun For Hire, showcases proficient handling and accurate shooting with this powerful firearm.

This video demonstrates the experience of shooting a .50 BMG rifle at the Gun For Hire Range. An experienced instructor explains the firearm's recoil mitigation system, featuring an aggressive muzzle brake and barrel reciprocation with springs. The demonstration includes loading, aiming, firing, and post-shot analysis, highlighting that the felt recoil is manageable due to the rifle's design.

Professor Shane, a subject matter expert at Gun For Hire Range, discusses the U.S. military's transition from the M4 to the SIG XM7 (M7) rifle. He expresses skepticism regarding the platform change, highlighting concerns about increased recoil, reduced ammo capacity due to heavier 6.8x51mm rounds, and significantly decreased barrel longevity compared to 5.56x45mm NATO platforms. While acknowledging the 6.8mm cartridge's effectiveness in the M250 machine gun, he questions its suitability for the M7 rifle, suggesting that higher hit probability is achieved through greater ammunition availability rather than a higher-pressure round with a shorter barrel life.

This guide details a one-handed shooting technique for the powerful Smith & Wesson Model 500, as demonstrated by Anthony Colandro from Gun For Hire Range. It emphasizes advanced recoil management through stance, body lean, and controlled follow-through, crucial for handling the extreme forces generated by the .500 S&W Magnum cartridge. The instruction highlights the importance of mastering such techniques for large-caliber handguns.