Lick you hearing protection?

This video provides a tiered approach to acquiring firearms and related gear, emphasizing a 'good enough' philosophy for beginners to avoid costly mistakes. It recommends starting with a reliable, serviceable handgun like a Glock 19 with essential upgrades, followed by a quality rifle such as a BCM, and prioritizing training and essential accessories like a shot timer and holster before investing in advanced tactical equipment. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, guides viewers through a logical progression of gear acquisition based on skill development and practical experience.

This video explores an unexpected phenomenon where a suppressed lever-action rifle (Henry Hush SPD in .38 Special) sounds louder when shot with active noise-canceling headphones compared to shooting without any hearing protection. The instructor highlights that the headphones' amplification of ambient sounds, including the rifle's report, can paradoxically make the suppressed firearm seem louder. The advice given is to simply shoot suppressed firearms without hearing protection if they are already quiet.

This video from Tática Civil outlines five essential items to bring to a shooting range, beyond just your firearm. Key recommendations include extra hearing protection, cleaning tools for malfunctions, sun protection (like a UV-blocking shirt), firearm lubricant, and a first-aid kit. An optional bonus item, a fire extinguisher, is also mentioned for use with tracer or incendiary ammunition.

This guide details the installation of Magnilens Eye Pro, a magnetic eye protection system designed to integrate seamlessly with ear protection muffs. The video highlights how traditional glasses can compromise the seal of ear protection, potentially affecting hearing safety. Magnilens offers a solution by attaching directly to muffs, maintaining acoustic integrity and allowing for easy lens swaps.

This video highlights five essential firearm accessories recommended by Chris from Gun For Hire Range. Key recommendations include the compact Streamlight TLR-7 pistol light, the EOTech EXPS3 optic paired with a 3x magnifier for an effective optic stack, BCM or Magpul vertical grips for improved rifle indexing and recoil management, the simple and effective Magpul MS1 sling for rifle stability, and electronic hearing protection that allows for communication while blocking harmful noise.

This video presents a Sunday pop-up deal alert featuring several tactical and everyday carry items. Key deals include the PA 1-6 SFP optic with ACSS Nova reticle, micro keychain lights with UV and COB features, Cold Steel Delta Dart defensive tools, Olight Odin S and Arcfeld Ultra lights, WorkPro champagne-colored pliers, 704 Gear hearing protection with omnidirectional mics, and Kershaw PT12/PT2 multi-tools. The presenter highlights significant discounts and limited-time availability for these products.

This video demonstrates a realistic home invasion self-defense scenario using force-on-force training with Simunition. Expert instruction from Chris Cerino highlights the importance of tactical techniques like the 'Shoulder Bump' for improved weapon handling and cover utilization. The training emphasizes stress inoculation and identifying areas for improvement to increase survivability.

This guide, based on instruction from Mike Seeklander, a professional trainer and competitive shooter, details tactical movement and cover techniques. It emphasizes proactive avoidance, proper use of cover, and minimizing exposure when engaging threats. The techniques are demonstrated using various firearms and accessories, highlighting practical application in self-defense scenarios.

This video demonstrates critical self-defense principles through simulated real-world scenarios, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness, cover, and verbal de-escalation. Instructor Chris Cerino, a high-authority figure, guides participants through mistakes made in high-stress situations and provides actionable training to improve performance. The content highlights the necessity of practical, stress-inoculated training beyond basic concealed carry.

This guide details the operation and shooting of the North American Arms (NAA) Ranger II mini revolver, focusing on its unique break-top design. Expert Ryan Gresham highlights the ease of loading/unloading and its historical appeal, while demonstrating effective shooting techniques for this compact firearm. The Ranger II is presented as a capable option for concealed carry and range enjoyment.