Going Gear EDC Club January 2020

This video from Paramount Tactical focuses on selecting and applying tourniquets, specifically highlighting the RATS and SAM XT models as the easiest to use under stress. The instructor, Gary, emphasizes the importance of substance and practical application over flashy gear. He details the features and application methods of both recommended tourniquets, contrasting them with the CAT tourniquet and its potential shortcomings like velcro failure and windlass breakage. The video stresses that while these are the best options for the average person, formal training is crucial for correct and effective use.

This guide details the application of a RATS tourniquet and a field-expedient tourniquet using a belt. It emphasizes creating a loop, placing it correctly between the wound and the heart, tightening sufficiently to stop bleeding, and securing the device. The importance of reassessment after application and movement is also highlighted.

This video from the VSO Gun Channel focuses on the RATS Tourniquet as an essential piece of EDC (Everyday Carry) medical gear. The description highlights the channel's role as an educational resource for responsible gun ownership and safety, emphasizing objective content based on testing and evaluation. It also clarifies VSO's business model, which involves consulting services rather than selling firearms. The video is presented as an educational resource, likely demonstrating or reviewing the tourniquet's features and applications in a self-defense or preparedness context.

This video provides a concise, step-by-step guide on how to properly apply the SOF-T Wide tourniquet. It covers unlatching, placement, tightening, and securing the windlass rod to effectively control severe bleeding. The instructor emphasizes its combat-proven status and recommends it as essential gear.

This discussion with Dr. Will Dabbs MD focuses on understanding exsanguination, the leading cause of death from gunshots and other severe injuries. It details the anatomy and physiology of blood loss, emphasizing that significant bleeding can occur internally with minimal external signs. The conversation covers practical techniques for hemorrhage control, prioritizing direct pressure and then discussing the application and types of tactical tourniquets, including improvised methods, as a critical intervention for life-threatening limb wounds.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of carrying and knowing how to use backcountry medical supplies, particularly for severe bleeding. The speaker recounts a personal experience where a tourniquet was essential in saving a life after a severe car accident. He highlights the need for readily accessible and properly prepared tourniquets, recommending the CAT tourniquet for its effectiveness and preparedness, while noting the RATS tourniquet as a compact alternative. The content stresses that basic first aid training, like 'Stop the Bleed' courses, is crucial for anyone venturing into the backcountry.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.