It's Too Hot to Carry! — GMP #232

This guide details the process of setting up an off-body carry system using a Grab Bags Renegade bag and a custom Kydex holster. The video, presented by Johnny Q, an experienced instructor, demonstrates how to properly insert a firearm into the holster and then into the bag for secure and stable concealed carry. It emphasizes the importance of a custom fit for both the holster and the bag for reliable everyday carry.

This video compares a 2011 pistol (specifically the Taran Tactical Pit Viper) against an MP5K PDW, evaluating their effectiveness for urban self-defense and concealed carry. The presenter, Chris from Honest Outlaw, highlights that while PDWs offer more firepower, handguns like the 2011 are significantly faster to deploy and more practical for concealed carry. The comparison emphasizes situational dependency, with the handgun often being the more accessible and quicker option in close-quarters or unexpected threats.

This video outlines five common mistakes made by new concealed carriers and provides actionable advice to avoid them. Key takeaways include the critical importance of using a safe holster that covers the trigger guard, focusing on practical skills over firearm 'bells and whistles,' developing hand-to-hand combat abilities, and carrying supplementary tools like pepper spray and a trauma kit. The speaker emphasizes that consistent training is paramount for effective self-protection.

This guide details the installation and adjustment of the Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.5 Inside the Waistband (IWB) holster. The video, presented with an authoritative tone by a company specialist, covers the holster's construction, adjustability features, and benefits for concealed carry. Key takeaways include the importance of proper cant and ride height adjustment for a personalized carry experience and the holster's comfortable, body-conforming design due to its Cool Vent Neoprene backer and steel spring core.

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, presented by Firearms Instructor Will Workman of Modern Protector, details three effective methods for concealed carry while wearing a tucked-in shirt. It covers the Comfort Concealment Belt, the Phlster Enigma system, and the Concealment Labs Liner, highlighting their features, costs, and installation processes. The expert emphasizes the necessity of a proper Kydex holster as a baseline for all methods.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.