Do you TEST your carry gun?

This episode of the Louisiana Firearms Podcast features a lively discussion among hosts and guests about the best starter handguns and current EDC choices. The conversation highlights popular models like the Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, Glock 19, Glock 43X, and Glock 45, emphasizing factors such as concealability, capacity, and ergonomics. The hosts also touch upon the importance of personal comfort and training over specific firearm features when selecting a carry gun, with a brief discussion on rifles towards the end.

This video compares the Sig Sauer P365 XMACRO and a Glock for concealed carry, focusing on magazine capacity. The presenter highlights the P365 XMACRO's 17-round capacity versus a standard Glock's 15 rounds, suggesting it's a key advantage for everyday carry. The video also briefly shows the firearm being holstered.

This guide details the assembly of a customized SIG P365 for church carry, focusing on the Tyrant CNC TWS chassis for increased capacity with a 21-round magazine and the integration of an enclosed emitter red dot optic. It also covers complementary EDC items like the Olight Arkfeld Pro Ultra flashlight, Tekto knife, and No Surrender Gear backpack. The instruction emphasizes thoughtful selection of gear for personal protection and daily readiness.

This guide, drawing on expert instruction from Colion Noir, outlines considerations for selecting a concealed carry handgun in response to heightened geopolitical tensions and domestic safety concerns. It covers five recommended models, emphasizing the balance between concealability, capacity, and shootability, and stresses the critical importance of regular practice for effective self-defense.

This video showcases an EDC setup featuring the 945 XL bag and a Sig Sauer P365 Flux Raider pistol. The presenter demonstrates the bag's capacity and a technique for drawing the P365 Flux Raider from it, highlighting the convenience of an integrated holster. The setup is presented as a potentially optimal solution for carrying essential items discreetly.

The video discusses the ongoing search for the perfect concealed carry handgun, with the speaker having used a Sig P365 as their primary for six years. They are planning to upgrade their P365 by adding a Spectrum comp for recoil reduction and an optics-ready slide. The speaker is seeking community input on an optic choice, with Vortex and Holosun being the primary contenders. They also mention a Shadow Systems MR920 as a secondary carry option that is considered too large for frequent use.

This video demonstrates the critical safety features of a World War II Mk 2 fragmentation grenade. It highlights the importance of the safety pin and the safety lever (spoon), emphasizing that the grenade is safe as long as the lever is held down. The demonstration includes the accidental dropping of the grenade after the pin was removed, underscoring the danger of mishandling.

This guide details the installation and operation of the Meta Tactical Apex Series bullpup conversion kit for Glock handguns, transforming them into carbine-like platforms. It covers the assembly process, accessory mounting, and operational features like rear magazine insertion and an integrated spare magazine holder. The video demonstrates safe handling and performance during live fire, highlighting the unique 16-inch barrel configuration. Instruction is provided by an experienced individual familiar with bullpup ergonomics and conversion kit assembly.

This guide, presented by 1st Shot Tactical, details the essential steps for safely transporting a handgun via commercial airline. It emphasizes using a hard-sided, lockable case like the Apache 1800, ensuring the firearm and magazines are unloaded, and properly declaring the weapon at check-in, drawing on the practitioner's expertise in firearm safety and airline protocols.

This guide details the process of throwing a fragmentation-style grenade, emphasizing the importance of immediate cover and cautious post-throw inspection. It highlights the need for proper tactical gear and awareness of range safety protocols. The content is presented by a tactical content creator familiar with range operations.