Standing and shooting properly from behind a barricade is not like in the movies!

This entry details the top 5 firearms of all time according to SGM (Ret.) Karl Erickson, a Green Beret with extensive combat experience. The list includes the Ruger 10/22 for its versatility and training potential, the Glock pistol for its reliability, the M-16/AR-15 platform for its customizability, the Barrett .50 Cal for its power, and the M134 Minigun for its sheer firepower. Erickson emphasizes the importance of firearm safety and the adaptability of modern firearms through customization.

This expert guide from Tactical Rifleman breaks down the critical decision-making process between reloading a rifle and transitioning to a pistol. The instructor emphasizes that the optimal choice depends heavily on distance to the threat and the availability of cover. At longer distances (100m), reloading the rifle is paramount, while at close ranges (10m) without cover, a pistol transition is faster and more effective than dealing with potential rifle malfunctions.

This video from Moondog Industries announces a giveaway for a CVLife LPVO (1-6x24 IR). To enter, viewers must prove their subscriber status by taking a screenshot and uploading it via the Moondog Industries website. The contest concludes on March 31, 2026, with the winner announced live on their show, TMI Live. The speaker, with experience reviewing various optics, highlights this as a free opportunity for subscribers to win a quality scope.

This video demonstrates a tactical room clearing technique, emphasizing the importance of balance and economy of motion. Expert instruction from Tactical Rifleman highlights how to enter a room, clear sectors efficiently, and maintain a stable shooting platform during engagement. The demonstration covers active clearing steps, avoiding common mistakes like short-stepping, and finishing the sector effectively.

This video features an expert discussion on three specific gripes with the AR-15 platform. The speaker, demonstrating deep knowledge of firearm mechanics and design, critiques the platform's caliber, manufacturing complexity relative to reliability, and the necessity of its buffer assembly. Despite these points, the AR-15 is ultimately lauded as a 'near perfect platform'.

This guide details the installation of a Unity Gas Cap, Axon SL USB-C switch, T-Rex Arms Lightbar Pro M-Lok, and SureFire 640 DFT Pro flashlight onto a Sig Rattler LT. The process focuses on optimizing flashlight placement to eliminate suppressor shadow and improve switch ergonomics, particularly on short handguards. Expert instruction covers proper torque values, mounting techniques, and cable management for a streamlined setup.

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.

This guide details a critical tactical technique demonstrated by John "Shrek" McPhee, a former Delta Force operator. It focuses on the efficient and safe transition from a rifle to a pistol, emphasizing weapon retention and stability during the draw. The method involves pinning the rifle against the body with the support hand to prevent movement, allowing for a clean pistol draw and engagement.

This entry details the use of thermite for vehicle destruction, a technique employed by former Tier 1 Special Forces operators. John 'Shrek' McPhee highlights thermite's efficiency, reaching temperatures of 5,000 degrees, and emphasizes the critical need for rapid movement post-activation. The context involves identifying and neutralizing vehicles prepared as IEDs, sometimes with suicide bombers chained inside.