How To Not Lose Your Gun

This guide details the proper installation of a Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, equipped with an optic and weapon light, into a Safariland Level 3 Retention Duty Holster. It emphasizes safety checks and the correct method for seating and drawing the firearm from the ALS/SLS retention system. The video showcases the compatibility of the holster with popular accessories, highlighting its suitability for duty or tactical applications.

This guide synthesizes a comparison of Safariland and Alien Gear duty holsters, drawing on extensive professional and training experience. It details differences in aesthetics, durability, function, price, mounting systems, versatility, noise, and ordering ease. The analysis highlights specific strengths of each holster, aiding users in making an informed selection based on their operational needs.

This guide details a training drill focused on testing weapon retention, as demonstrated by Instructor Mike. It emphasizes that duty holsters must actively resist unauthorized removal, akin to the user resisting an aggressor. The drill simulates a 'gun grab' scenario to evaluate the holster's effectiveness under duress, highlighting the importance of retention mechanisms like Safariland's ALS and SLS systems for law enforcement and duty carry.

This video analyzes a critical incident where a law enforcement officer successfully neutralized an armed suspect holding a victim at gunpoint from a distance of 12-15 yards. The analysis, provided by experienced instructors from Active Self Protection, highlights exceptional marksmanship, proper radio communication, and critiques potential safety oversights such as drawing a weapon while driving and handling a suspect without re-holstering. The content emphasizes the importance of fundamental skills, even with advanced equipment like red dot optics.

This video strongly advises against using Kydex-only holsters without a Level III retention system for duty belt setups, drawing on 12 years of active duty infantry experience. The instructor emphasizes that while Kydex holsters are suitable for concealed carry or flat range use, duty applications require a hood and thumb release to prevent accidental firearm loss during physical activity, vehicle egress, or combat scenarios. The video highlights the importance of training with these retention systems to ensure quick and reliable access when needed.

This YouTube video review focuses on the Safariland SafariVault holster, highlighting its durability and secure firearm retention. The reviewer details their positive experience testing the holster at the range, noting its secure lockup and easy draw. The SafariVault is available in Level I and Level III retention options and accommodates firearms with red dots (including a cover) and weapon lights. It is currently manufactured for Glock and Sig Sauer pistols. The video also promotes the channel's merchandise, eye and ear protection, and social media presence.

This video demonstrates the process of loading and preparing a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG. It highlights the manual single-shot loading procedure, securing the breech, and utilizing a BOG tripod with Primary Arms optics for stable aiming. The shooter showcases safe handling of a high-caliber firearm and knowledge of specialized actions.

This guide demonstrates the fundamental safety mechanism of a grenade, specifically the M67 style. It highlights that the grenade will not detonate as long as the safety lever (spoon) is held in place, even after the pin is removed. The demonstration emphasizes proper grip and the function of the safety lever, reinforcing safe handling practices for training aids.

This video debunks common political misinformation regarding firearm modifications. Johnny Q, an experienced firearms instructor, visually demonstrates why adding a pistol stabilizing brace does not turn a pistol into a rifle and does not enable the firing of higher caliber rounds like .50 BMG. The content highlights the importance of understanding firearm mechanics and dispels false claims often made in political discourse.

This guide details the one-handed press check technique, popularized by the John Wick films, as demonstrated by Johnny Q. It clarifies the difference between a press check and a reload, showing how to safely verify a chambered round on a Springfield Armory 1911. The instruction emphasizes safe firearm handling and practical application for shooters looking to refine their manipulation skills.