From Intro to Advanced - Training at Vortex Edge | Gun Talk Nation

This video from Gun Talk Nation features Ryan Gresham at FTW Ranch in Texas, discussing marksmanship training with instructor Dave Knesek. The conversation covers what attendees can learn in FTW classes, focusing on long-range shooting, wind reading techniques, and hunting applications. The episode is sponsored by several prominent firearm industry brands, including Meprolight, Timney Triggers, Safariland, Springfield Armory, Hodgdon Powder, CrossBreed Holsters, Brownells, and Smith & Wesson. It promotes further engagement with Gun Talk through various digital platforms.

This guide details the process of using a modern, magazine-fed lever action rifle, specifically the Henry Predator, in a long-range shooting environment. It covers ammunition loading, magazine insertion, chambering rounds, and efficient lever action manipulation for sustained fire. The video showcases advanced shooting positions and the use of specialized optics and rangefinding equipment, demonstrating a practical application of this unique rifle platform in a challenging setting.

This video showcases advanced firearms training from Ghost Firearms Training LLC in Pennsylvania. It covers a wide array of tactical skills including long-range precision shooting, Close Quarters Battle (CQB), dynamic pistol and carbine drills, vehicle-based tactics, and low-light operations. The instruction emphasizes high-stress environments and practical application, utilizing equipment from brands like Vortex Optics and Walker's.

This video showcases long-range shooting, featuring discussions on impact points and aiming strategies at extended distances. It highlights the ease of achieving 1000-yard shots with a 6.5 Creedmoor rifle, emphasizing the importance of precise wind calls. The content is presented by Tim Harmsen of Military Arms Channel, demonstrating advanced shooting techniques and equipment.

This guide details a long-range engagement technique using a suppressed bolt-action rifle equipped with a Vortex Razor HD scope and a Vortex Impact 4000 rail-mounted ballistic laser rangefinder. The shooter successfully engaged a target at 1,000 yards (3,000 feet), demonstrating the effective use of advanced optics and rangefinding technology for precision shooting in an outdoor environment. Instruction is provided by an expert shooter from Gun Talk Media.

This video features Peter Schreier from Vortex Edge discussing the merits of MIL vs. MOA for long-range shooting, recommending MIL for beginners due to its base-10 system. The discussion covers Vortex's Strike Eagle scope as a budget-friendly option and the fundamentals of long-range training, starting with paper targets before moving to steel at distances of 1,000 yards and beyond. Expert insights are provided on building confidence and practical application for hunting.

This episode of First Person Defender simulates a home invasion scenario to test defensive tactics. Chris Cerino, an experienced shooter, demonstrates how to engage threats while protecting his family and infant daughter. Key takeaways include the importance of cover, effective corner clearing techniques like the 'shoulder bump', and the utility of laser sights in low-light conditions.

This episode of First Person Defender simulates a real-life gun shop attack, testing participant Luke's response under pressure. Key takeaways include the critical importance of proactive awareness and avoidance, utilizing cover effectively (even if imperfect), and the necessity of consistent firearms training. The scenario highlights tactical movement, shooting from behind cover, and engaging multiple threats, emphasizing that preparedness is as vital as the right to carry.

This episode of 'First Person Defender' simulates a gun store robbery, highlighting critical self-defense mistakes made by participant Jeremy, a concealed carry holder. Key takeaways include the importance of using cover, verbal commands, and maintaining situational awareness, especially when facing multiple threats. The debrief and subsequent training emphasize practical application of these principles in high-stress scenarios.

The North American Arms (NAA) Ranger II is a new break-top mini revolver that revives a classic design. Its break-top mechanism, featuring built-in extractors, simplifies loading and unloading compared to other mini revolvers. While capable of a two-handed grip, its compact size makes one-handed shooting effective for close-range defense. The Ranger II offers a blend of historical appeal and modern practicality for concealed carry or range use.