When you open carry with a crappy holster as a security guard

This video by Nikko Ortiz offers a critical and humorous look at public 'meltdowns' and self-defense scenarios. It highlights the importance of situational awareness, effective security interventions, and responsible firearm ownership for home defense. The content also touches on social commentary regarding stereotypes associated with certain footwear.

This guide details the installation and securement of the Alien Gear Holsters Rapid Force Locking Belt Slide. Expert instruction covers proper attachment to various belt widths (1.5 to 2.25 inches) using a 3/32 inch hex key and the secure docking of Rapid Force compatible holsters via the QDS system. The system ensures a locked unit, preventing accidental detachment.

This guide details the setup and transition process for the Alien Gear Holsters Rapid Force Quick Disconnect System (QDS), as demonstrated by an experienced instructor. It covers using the Level 2 holster for everyday carry and range days, securing the firearm in a Milwaukee Packout box, and transitioning to training setups with a drop-leg configuration using the Multi-Holster Adapter. The guide also touches upon in-vehicle mounting for quick access.

Colion Noir, an expert with a legal background in firearm law, provides an authoritative analysis of why he avoids open carry in urban environments. He uses CCTV footage and tactical reasoning to explain that visible firearms can attract criminal attention, making the carrier a target or leading to attempts to disarm them. Noir emphasizes the tactical advantage of concealed carry and the importance of legal defense services like USCCA following a self-defense incident.

This video explores the advantages and disadvantages of open carrying a pistol, focusing on holster types and draw techniques. It highlights that open carry can offer faster access to a firearm due to less obstruction and a natural grip position. However, it also warns about legal restrictions, potential public perception issues, and the increased risk of the firearm being targeted by an assailant, emphasizing the need for retention features on holsters.

This video provides a detailed, frame-by-frame tactical breakdown of a self-defense incident involving a security guard. Instructor John Correia, with high authority, analyzes the guard's actions, emphasizing situational awareness, the use of a weapon-mounted light, and critiquing the slow draw time from an off-body carry method. The analysis also touches on shooting mechanics and the importance of avoiding 'stupid places, stupid times, and stupid people.'

This video provides expert guidance from Instructor Mike on how an Illinois concealed carrier should comply with police during a traffic stop. It details maintaining officer safety, proper disclosure of a concealed firearm, and presenting identification and permits from a lanyard to avoid sudden movements. The instructor emphasizes proactive communication and adherence to safety protocols taught in his courses.

Instructor Mike, identified as a Firearms Instructor, provides expert guidance on secure firearm storage within a vehicle. He strongly advocates for carrying the firearm on your person as the most secure method, with shoulder holsters presented as a viable alternative. The video explicitly discourages several common but unsafe storage locations, including between seats, sun visors, door pockets, near the steering column, center consoles, and glove boxes, highlighting the risks associated with each.

This video from Instructor Mike critiques an off-duty officer's poor tactical choices while working a side job. Key takeaways include the dangers of wearing a hoodie that obstructs peripheral vision and the risks associated with using earbuds that diminish auditory awareness. Instructor Mike emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness even when off-duty or in a secondary role.

This video demonstrates a traffic stop scenario involving Instructor Mike and a Chicago police officer. It highlights the importance of maintaining visible hands during an interaction and provides a practical example of how to communicate effectively with law enforcement. The officer issues a warning for a missing license plate, emphasizing the need for proper vehicle documentation.