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This video features a former law enforcement officer discussing his extensive experience with firearms, particularly the Glock 17 and Glock 22. He emphasizes the critical importance of consistent, dedicated training beyond mandatory qualifications, including dry-fire practice and competitive shooting. The discussion highlights the need for situational awareness and avoiding complacency, drawing from real-world scenarios and offering advice for both law enforcement and civilian 'Minute Men'.

This video from Line 45 provides a comprehensive overview of 10 calibers experiencing significant price drops in 2025, making them ideal for stocking up. Instructor Ted highlights specific price points, availability, and recommended retailers for calibers like 9mm Luger, 5.56 NATO, .22 LR, and more. The advice focuses on leveraging current market conditions for cost-effective training and practice.

This video demonstrates a live fire sequence with a Glock 22 in .40 S&W, showcasing safe handling and a post-fire inspection. An experienced shooter highlights efficient magazine indexing and controlled recoil management during rapid fire. The guide covers presentation, loading, firing, and confirming the firearm is clear after use.

Ben Stoeger discusses managing physical strain from high-volume shooting. He emphasizes a relaxed grip, avoiding uncomfortable wrist angles, and utilizing lead-free ammunition to mitigate lead exposure. Stoeger also highlights the importance of diligent hearing protection and managing back pain through stretching and magnesium supplementation, attributing it to standing on concrete with a gun belt.

Ben Stoeger revisits shooting a .40 caliber Glock 22 with iron sights, reflecting on its perceived necessity and recoil. He notes that while the .40 S&W is more challenging and requires more effort than 9mm, his training has improved his ability to manage recoil and follow-up shots, making it less punishing than in the past. He concludes that while the platform is reliable, the .40 caliber is largely unnecessary for most applications today.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of current ammunition pricing trends, identifying ten calibers that have seen significant price drops in 2025. Instructor Ted from Line45 details specific price points, recommended retailers, and the practical implications for shooters looking to stock up on affordable ammunition for training and recreational use. The content emphasizes strategic purchasing before potential future price increases.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.