Top 5 Things To Buy After Your Rifle

This video reviews the GRITR Handgun Briefcase, a compact and lightweight alternative to traditional bulky range bags. The presenter, Summer Shoots, demonstrates how to pack the bag with essential items for a range day, including a firearm, magazines, ear and eye protection, and ammunition. The bag features a 500D nylon material, padded compartments, a removable six-slot mag carrier, and a magnetic front closure, offering a discreet and efficient solution for transporting firearms and accessories.

After acquiring a rifle, prioritize purchasing extra magazines, as you can never have too many. Essential safety gear includes eye and ear protection, with electronic ear protection recommended for comfort and effectiveness. Proper firearm storage, such as gun safes, is crucial for security. Investing in cleaning supplies, maintenance tools like those from Real Avid, and ongoing training is vital for proficiency and safe operation.

This video from Civilian Tactical outlines five essential items to bring to the shooting range, beyond basic firearm and ammunition. It emphasizes backup ear protection, cleaning tools for potential malfunctions, sun protection (sunscreen or sun shirt), gun lubricant for high-volume firearms, and a medkit for emergencies. The instructor also mentions a fire extinguisher as a bonus item for specific ammunition types.

This video details the essential gear packed by a Master-level IDPA competitor for a major match. It covers firearm-specific items like a 2011 pistol, compatible magazines, and holsters, alongside crucial support gear such as eye and ear protection, a comprehensive first-aid kit, hydration, and tools for target maintenance. The speaker emphasizes redundancy and preparedness for a high-round-count, multi-stage competition.

This video provides a tour of the "Mt. Gunmore Estates" firearm locker facility at Gun For Hire Range. It highlights the benefits of using these lockers for members, particularly those living in New York, allowing them to store firearms securely and access them directly before heading to the range. The video showcases medium and large locker sizes, demonstrating their capacity for multiple pistol cases, ammunition, and protective gear.

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.

Elliott Delp, a firearms enthusiast with practical shooting experience, recommends a 16-inch barrel AR-15 as the standard, worry-free choice for most shooters due to its versatility. He highlights its advantages in muzzle velocity and long-range ballistics. For specialized home defense or CQB, he suggests considering a 10.5-inch 5.56 SBR if budget and legal compliance allow.

This guide compares the auditory intimidation factor of a pump-action shotgun versus an AR-15 charging handle for home defense scenarios. Elliott Delp, a firearms enthusiast, demonstrates the distinct sounds and discusses their potential psychological impact on an intruder. While both are noted as intimidating, the iconic sound of a shotgun pump is highlighted for its unique deterrent effect, especially in a home defense context.

This video features firearms content creator Elliott Delp discussing the psychological impact of pump-action shotguns for home defense. He demonstrates how the distinct sound of racking the shotgun can act as a significant deterrent, potentially stopping an intruder without the need for firing a shot. The focus is on the intimidation factor and the immediate recognition of danger associated with this sound.

This video reviews the Aero Precision AR15, specifically focusing on its slick side upper receiver which omits the forward assist. While this design offers weight reduction, the reviewer humorously questions Aero Precision's confidence in the rifle's reliability without this feature, suggesting it implies an assumption of no bolt-to-battery issues. The review highlights the trade-offs between minimalist design and traditional AR-15 functionality.