TOP FIVE Rules for Successful OPEN CARRY (Without Being Hassled)

This video from Top Guns advises against several firearm carrying methods. Instructors Stephen and Alex strongly discourage carrying without a holster, behind the back, or using shoulder holsters due to safety and accessibility issues. They also caution against ankle holsters, emphasizing the difficulty of discreet and rapid access, and highlight the importance of proper holster placement for right-handed individuals. Open carry without a holster is also deemed unsafe.

This video from TheYankeeMarshal discusses the practicalities and statistical likelihood of needing a primary EDC and a backup firearm. The speaker, an experienced firearms commentator, shares personal carry habits, including car carry versus on-person carry, and reflects on past experiences with security at events. The core message emphasizes that while carrying a backup gun slightly increases preparedness, the overall statistical probability of needing any firearm for self-defense remains very low.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of consistently carrying a concealed firearm for responsible gun owners. The speaker highlights that many individuals fail to carry their firearm daily, rendering their training and investment in firearms ineffective in a real-world threat scenario. The core message is to ensure your firearm is on your person when you leave home and to address any reasons preventing consistent carry, such as an uncomfortable gun or holster, by finding suitable alternatives.

This episode of the Guns Magazine Podcast, featuring Roy Huntington and Brent Wheat, discusses the nuances of carrying a firearm while riding a motorcycle. The primary advice emphasizes using the motorcycle's maneuverability to escape dangerous situations rather than engaging in combat while riding. They explore various carry methods, focusing on retention and accessibility, and stress the importance of situational awareness and prioritizing personal safety through evasion.

This video provides guidance on how to interact with law enforcement during a traffic stop when carrying a concealed firearm. The speaker, a former CIA officer, emphasizes remaining calm, keeping hands visible, and politely informing the officer about the firearm. The advice is framed around common sense and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe and uneventful encounter.

This video emphasizes the critical role of situational awareness in self-defense, detailing how a lack of it led to a concealed handgun being stolen. It provides actionable advice on recognizing and avoiding threats, proper concealed carry techniques like appendix carry, and financial transaction safety, advocating against cash payments.

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.