Shooting Left of Center Podcast (26JUL18)

This video details the significant financial and logistical burdens of obtaining concealed carry permits across multiple states. The School of the American Rifle hosts explain their $12,804.63 expenditure for permits covering 46 states and D.C., highlighting the complex, state-specific requirements and the impact on Second Amendment rights. They discuss dropped permits due to changing laws and the challenges faced by non-residents.

This video details the extensive and costly process of obtaining concealed carry permits in multiple states for non-residents, highlighting the lack of reciprocity and the significant financial and time investments required. The speakers, Reed Henrix and Jared (Guns & Gadgets), emphasize that this is a 'pay-to-play' system that infringes upon Second Amendment rights, as the process itself acts as a punishment. They detail the specific requirements, fees, and logistical challenges for states like California, New Jersey, Maryland, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, noting that even after obtaining multiple permits, carry is still prohibited in certain states like Hawaii and Illinois.

This video discusses the progress and ongoing efforts to achieve national reciprocity for concealed carry permits. It highlights litigation by Gun Owners of America (GOA) that has reduced the number of states refusing out-of-state permits from three to one (Hawaii). The discussion also touches on the complexities of obtaining permits in specific jurisdictions like New York City.

This video provides an in-depth analysis of the Trump Department of Justice's stance on Second Amendment rights, based on insights from the NRA convention. It highlights the DOJ's strategy of targeting 'rogue states' and challenging anti-gun laws, contrasting this with historical federal gun control legislation. The discussion also touches upon the internal dynamics of the DOJ, including the 'deep state' phenomenon and potential challenges within the Solicitor General's office.

This entry details the Rhode v. Bonta case concerning California's ammunition background check laws. It highlights the legal challenges, including Judge Benitez's initial ruling and the Ninth Circuit's en banc rehearing. A significant development is the DOJ's amicus brief, which criticizes the state's system as overly complex and argues that the right to bear arms inherently includes the right to acquire ammunition.

This video critiques proposed gun control measures in San Jose, California, specifically a tax on gun ownership and mandatory firearms insurance. The speaker argues these policies disproportionately burden law-abiding citizens, particularly those in lower socioeconomic brackets, and questions their effectiveness in reducing crime. The content also touches on alleged corruption in the permitting process for concealed carry licenses in Santa Clara County.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.