My Everyday Carry Setup (Not Just A Pocket Dump)

This video explores the necessity and implications of carrying a weapon-mounted light on a pistol. While acknowledging personal choice, the speaker, an experienced instructor, cautions against unnecessary weight for daily carry. A significant focus is placed on the legal risks for civilians, particularly the potential for felony charges when pointing a firearm, even with a light, at a perceived threat in public spaces. The discussion also touches on the psychological realities of gunfights and encourages a critical assessment of whether a light is a genuine self-defense necessity or merely an aesthetic choice.

This video showcases the unique capability of firing .410 shotgun shells from a handgun, specifically a large-frame revolver resembling the Taurus Judge. The presenter demonstrates loading .410 shells into the cylinder, highlighting the compact power of this configuration. The content emphasizes the novelty and potential applications of such a firearm, drawing a comparison between .410 in a long gun versus a handgun.

This expert-level guide from Tenicor demonstrates how specific holster features can significantly improve concealed carry by mitigating 'printing.' The instructor explains that even small firearms can be visible through clothing, but features like a 'wing,' 'claw,' or 'camming bar' on a holster use the belt to rotate the grip inward, enhancing concealment. This technique is crucial for anyone looking to carry a firearm discreetly.

This video, presented by CajunBoyJake, argues against carrying firearms unchambered, highlighting the critical time disadvantage and the negative impact of adrenaline on fine motor skills during a high-stress event. The instructor emphasizes that modern firearms possess sufficient passive safeties for chambered carry and that proper training is the key to safe and effective self-defense, not avoiding a chambered round. Carrying unchambered creates a false sense of security and leaves the user less prepared.

This video demonstrates essential cold-weather concealed carry techniques from GBRS Group. An experienced instructor showcases a rapid draw from under a jacket, target engagement, and a tactical reload using a pocket-carried spare magazine, highlighting the efficiency of Nemo magnetic magazines. The guide emphasizes situational assessment post-engagement and efficient reloads for continued threat mitigation.

This guide details three concealed carry methods: crossbody bag, appendix carry on an EDC belt, and pocket carry. The crossbody bag offers convenience, appendix carry provides good accessibility, and pocket carry is suitable for micro-pistols but carries higher controversy. The instructor emphasizes practical demonstration and safety considerations for each method.

This video demonstrates the 'ghost load' technique for the Beretta 1301 Tactical shotgun, allowing for an extra round to be carried in the chamber. Clint Morgan explains how to load the magazine tube, chamber one round, and then perform the ghost load by holding the bolt open, placing a round on the feed ramp, and releasing the bolt. This method increases the total capacity to nine rounds (7+1+1) for the 12 Gauge shotgun.

This Henry 'New Original' rifle chambered in .45 Colt offers a surprisingly manageable recoil, defying common expectations for the caliber in a lever-action platform. While not traditionally a plinking round due to cost, the shooting experience is exceptionally fun and smooth, making it a noteworthy classic American firearm.

This short film demonstrates a tactical night vision shooting drill led by night vision instructor Jay Pedro. The training emphasizes aggressive movement and proper technique for effective engagement under low-light conditions, utilizing high-end gear like Daniel Defense rifles and Nocturn Industries NVGs. The film also touches upon home defense scenarios and the importance of secure firearm storage with devices like the StopBox.

Clint Morgan outlines the top 5 guns for an apocalypse scenario, prioritizing reliability, parts availability, and versatility. The list includes the Glock 19 for its ruggedness, the Remington 700 in .308 for hunting large game, a .22LR rifle (Ruger 10/22 or Henry) for small game, the Remington 870 12-gauge shotgun for its simplicity, and the AR-15 as the ultimate survival rifle due to ubiquitous ammunition and parts.