This guide details a common method for breaking in new holsters, particularly SOB (Sheriff of Baghdad) brand holsters, to achieve a proper, secure fit. The technique involves using parchment paper to create a slight buffer, allowing the holster to mold to the firearm's dimensions over a 24-hour period. This process ensures the firearm remains securely retained without being excessively difficult to draw.
To break in a new holster, wrap your unloaded firearm in parchment paper or saran wrap. Insert the wrapped firearm into the holster and let it sit for about 24 hours. This allows the holster to mold to the gun's shape. Check the fit by inverting the holster; the gun should not fall out. This ensures secure retention for concealed carry.
This guide details a common method for breaking in new holsters, particularly those that are intentionally manufactured tight for a secure fit. The process involves using parchment paper or saran wrap to create a slight buffer between the firearm and the holster, allowing the materials to conform to each other over a 24-hour period. This technique ensures a proper retention level where the firearm remains secure when inverted but can still be drawn effectively.
John 'Shrek' McPhee of Sheriff of Baghdad demonstrates a method for breaking in a tight holster, specifically a 'condom holster,' using Saran Wrap to gradually stretch the material for a perfect fit. This technique ensures proper retention without making the draw difficult.
This video provides a quick tip for breaking in a new leather holster that is too tight for immediate use. Instructor Roy demonstrates how to use 'Leather Lightning,' a silicon-based lubricant from Mitch Rosen, to condition the inside of the holster. By applying the lubricant and working it into the leather, users can achieve a proper fit without damaging the holster or firearm finish, making it easier to draw and re-holster.
This guide details a method for breaking in a new, tight holster using common household plastic wrap. The process involves wrapping the firearm in layers of plastic wrap, reholstering it overnight, and then testing the retention. This technique is demonstrated by John 'Shrek' McPhee and is presented as a reliable way to achieve optimal holster fit and retention for concealed carry.
This video by John "Shrek" McPhee from Sheriff of Baghdad demonstrates simple vision tricks to improve shooting precision and consistency. It focuses on identifying and utilizing your dominant eye for sight alignment, emphasizing the importance of turning your head to ensure your dominant eye is properly aligned with the sights and the target, preventing interference from the non-dominant eye.
John "Shrek" McPhee, a former Special Operations member and experienced firearms instructor, recommends the Glock 48 as the ideal pistol for 90-95% of shooters. He highlights its slim profile, which accommodates smaller hand sizes better than the wider grips of the Glock 19 and 17, leading to improved control and shooting performance for the average individual.
This guide details a specialized grip technique taught by John "Shrek" McPhee of SOB Tactical. It focuses on precise hand orientation and the "Two-Dot Alignment Method" using a marker to ensure consistent grip pressure and alignment, crucial for recoil management and accuracy during live fire. The instruction emphasizes maintaining these alignment points throughout the firing sequence for optimal performance.
This video provides a glimpse into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) match at the IBJJF Worlds 2024, featuring competitor J. Robert McPhee in the purple belt division. It highlights the initial engagement, including grip fighting and a takedown attempt by McPhee against his opponent, B. Yondonsambuu. The presence of the FUJI brand on the mats indicates a professional competition setting.
