3 Things You Probably Do That Make You A Target For Gun Thieves!!

Published on April 24, 2024
Duration: 9:19

This video from God Family and Guns highlights critical mistakes that make firearm owners targets for theft. It emphasizes that guns should always be on your person or locked securely in a safe. The presenter strongly advises against leaving firearms unsecured in vehicles or displaying 'pro-gun' stickers on cars, as these actions directly advertise potential targets to thieves.

Quick Summary

To avoid becoming a target for gun thieves, always keep firearms on your person or locked in a safe. Avoid leaving guns unsecured in vehicles, and remove any 'pro-gun' stickers from your car that advertise ownership. If open carrying, use a high-retention holster and train to defend your firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Gun Theft Statistics
  2. 00:18Cities with High Gun Theft
  3. 00:30You Are to Blame
  4. 00:45Sponsor: Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
  5. 01:34Making Yourself a Target
  6. 01:47Guns On You or Locked Safely
  7. 02:17Target #1: Open Carrying Mistakes
  8. 02:33Holster Security
  9. 03:03Training to Retain Your Firearm
  10. 04:00Thieves Are Ruthless
  11. 04:11Recommendations for Open Carry
  12. 04:52Target #2: Guns in Cars
  13. 05:07Leaving Guns in Cars is Foolish
  14. 05:26Car Safes for Firearms
  15. 06:01Glove Box Storage
  16. 06:14Advertising Guns in Your Car
  17. 06:19Second Amendment Stickers
  18. 06:31Thieves Target Specific Locations
  19. 07:00Basic Things to Remember
  20. 07:03Feedback on Open Carry
  21. 07:18Stickers on Your Car
  22. 07:25Locking Guns in Cars
  23. 07:47Summary of Key Points
  24. 07:59Guns Left Around the House
  25. 08:13Begging for Your Gun to Be Stolen
  26. 08:25Subscribe and Prayer Requests

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ways people make themselves targets for gun thieves?

The video highlights two primary ways: insecure open carry, especially with a loose holster, and leaving firearms unsecured in vehicles. Displaying 'pro-gun' stickers on your car also advertises that you likely have a firearm inside, making it a prime target for thieves.

How should firearms be stored when not in immediate use?

The presenter strongly advocates that firearms should always be on your person or locked securely in a safe. This includes using multiple safes around the house and, crucially, employing a secure car safe if a firearm must be left in a vehicle.

What are the risks associated with open carrying a firearm?

When open carrying, the risks include having your firearm easily accessible to a thief if you use a non-restrictive holster. It also requires significant training to defend your firearm during a physical altercation, a skill many owners lack.

Why is leaving a gun in a car so dangerous?

Guns left in cars are the most frequently stolen. Thieves specifically target vehicles, especially those with stickers advertising firearm ownership. Even locking it in the glove box is often insufficient; a dedicated, secured car safe is recommended.

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