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Stop Living in a Fantasy World! Prepper School Vol. 48

SensiblePrepper
Published on November 29, 2022
Category: Training & Techniques
Duration: 60:13

This video emphasizes mastering firearm recoil control through proper grip techniques and consistent practice. Instructor Robbie Wheaton, a gunsmith with over 20 years of experience, details how a high-ride grip and leveraging the support hand can significantly reduce muzzle rise. He also highlights the importance of building hand strength and embracing the firearm's recoil to achieve better control and accuracy, applicable to various handguns like the Glock 21 and Smith & Wesson SD9VE.

Tags

Recoil Control
Firearm Grip
Handgun Technique
Marksmanship
Shooting Fundamentals
Force Multiplier
Hand Strength Training
Glock 21
SD9VE
Pistol Shooting

Quick Summary

Mastering firearm recoil control is key to accuracy. Develop a high-ride grip, leverage your support hand, and build hand strength. Consistent practice and embracing the firearm's mechanics are crucial for managing muzzle rise and improving shooting performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Robbie's Return
  2. 00:49Waste Disposal Discussion
  3. 01:07Robbie Wheaton's Expertise & Wheaton Arms
  4. 01:15Glock Aftermarket Parts & Dagger Upgrades
  5. 01:31Sponsors: Exotac & Battle Box
  6. 01:55The Negative Mindset of Preppers
  7. 02:16The Desire to Look for the Negative
  8. 02:32Addiction to Negative Information
  9. 02:49What We Have to Offer as Preppers
  10. 02:55Chances of SHTF Happening
  11. 03:09Living on the Positive Side of the Coin
  12. 03:38Focusing on Controllable Things
  13. 03:52Low Probability vs. High Impact Events
  14. 04:02The John Birch Society Example
  15. 04:34Biblical Prophecies & Coming Events
  16. 04:78When the End of the World Comes
  17. 04:89COVID-19: A Toilet Paper Shortage SHTF
  18. 05:07Not Telling You Not to Be a Prepper
  19. 05:21Civil Unrest & Pandemics
  20. 05:29Lockdowns in China: A Perfect Example
  21. 05:59Don't Live in Fear
  22. 06:06Die With Your Boots On Attitude
  23. 06:27The Chances of SHTF Happening
  24. 06:4414 Years of Prepping: What's Changed?
  25. 06:83Don't Get Lulled into Inaction
  26. 06:96Keeping Prepping in Perspective
  27. 07:11Increased Prepping Due to Socioeconomic Shifts
  28. 07:29Shift from Fun to Day-to-Day Sustenance
  29. 07:54Holes in Transportation & Inflation
  30. 07:85Focus on What You Can Control
  31. 08:35Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst
  32. 08:46Responsibility to Enjoy Life & Give Heritage
  33. 08:59Taking Questions
  34. 09:09The Danger of Being on the Backside of the Bell Curve
  35. 09:33Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared
  36. 09:36Gossip and National Gossip
  37. 09:50Prepping vs. Consuming Worry
  38. 10:01Looking at Firearms as a Challenge
  39. 10:12Proficiency and Being Good at Firearms
  40. 10:22Overcoming Fear of Handguns
  41. 10:55Teaching Handgun Skills
  42. 10:83Transition to Questions
  43. 10:94Kobotan and Yawara Stick Effectiveness
  44. 11:08Training is Key for Self-Defense Tools
  45. 11:31Light as a Security Tool & Force Multiplier
  46. 11:71Tractor Supply Issue Question
  47. 11:92Ammo Scavenging: .22LR and 9mm
  48. 12:04Cross-Compatibility of Rifle and Pistol Calibers
  49. 12:27Scavenge-able NATO Calibers
  50. 12:65Standardized Calibers for Stocking Up
  51. 12:789mm as Top Self-Defense Round
  52. 12:84Favorite Calibers vs. Practicality
  53. 13:09Most Likely SHTF Scenario
  54. 13:21Economic Downturn as Most Likely
  55. 13:28Global Volatility vs. Economic Concerns
  56. 13:46The Coming Railroad Strike
  57. 14:13Cost-Effectiveness of Rail Transport
  58. 14:26Potential Diesel Shortage
  59. 14:49US-Based Threats: Railroad Strike & Diesel Shortage
  60. 14:63Monitoring Threats Without Stressing
  61. 14:93Not Living in Ignorance
  62. 15:03Glock 21 & SD9VE Recoil Reduction
  63. 15:26Glock 21 Recoil Management
  64. 15:49SD9VE Trigger Kits & Recoil
  65. 15:71Mastering Recoil Through Grip
  66. 15:81Leverage in Grip for Recoil Control
  67. 16:17Mastering Recoil of Powerful Firearms
  68. 16:33Building Hand Strength for Recoil Control
  69. 16:52Mastering a Small, Snappy Firearm (LCP)
  70. 16:72Embrace and Master Recoil
  71. 16:82Hand Squeezer for Strength Training
  72. 17:07Rising Crime & Economic Indicators
  73. 17:16The Modern Survival Guide (For Foul)
  74. 17:41Societal Breakdown vs. Grid Down
  75. 17:55Being the Tip of the Spear: Loving People
  76. 17:79Building Relationships in Prepper Groups
  77. 17:99The Bond of Friendship and Protection
  78. 18:32Building Bonds with Patreon Members
  79. 18:41Building Relationships: A Lost Art
  80. 18:62Not Living in a State of Fear
  81. 18:76The Danger of Wanting SHTF to Happen
  82. 18:88Horrific Situations and Family Impact
  83. 18:99Misconceptions About Readiness
  84. 19:11Appreciating Normalcy
  85. 19:35Road Rage Incident & Preparedness
  86. 19:51Sensible Prepping: Having a Fighting Chance
  87. 19:74Give Yourself a Fighting Chance: Buy Food
  88. 19:86Essentials: Water, Food, and Avoiding Handouts
  89. 20:08Concerned, Not Panicked
  90. 20:15Essentials and Skills
  91. 20:21Fire and Skill as Vital
  92. 20:29Firearm for Defense and Provision
  93. 20:49Encounter with Wildlife
  94. 20:89Skill Helps You Get Prepared
  95. 20:96Fire Starting Skill
  96. 21:10More to Fire Making Than Piling Wood
  97. 21:19Tricks to Fire Making
  98. 21:29Understanding Fire Making as a Challenge
  99. 21:40Fire Making as a Valuable Life Skill
  100. 21:46Loss of Life Skills Due to Modern Conveniences
  101. 21:55Passing Down Fire-Making Skills
  102. 21:67Reverting to Firearms: Concealed Carry Trends
  103. 21:90Historical Context of Being Armed
  104. 22:06Weapon as a Force Multiplier
  105. 22:12Proficient Use is Another Force Multiplier
  106. 22:19Peace of Mind Through Preparedness
  107. 22:39Sense of Responsibility with Firearms
  108. 22:47Responsibility in Road Rage Situations
  109. 22:60Making You a Better Citizen
  110. 22:74Skills: Woodworking, Medical Training
  111. 22:85Medical Training: Stop the Bleed
  112. 22:90Keeping Someone Alive Until Medical Treatment
  113. 23:09Basic Survival Skills
  114. 23:12Personal SHTF: Puncture Wound
  115. 23:26Tools: Chainsaws, Axes, Pocket Knives
  116. 23:38Common Injuries with Knives
  117. 23:47Dealing with Personal SHTF Without Panicking
  118. 23:54Skills Translate into Prepping
  119. 23:60Skill vs. Food
  120. 23:75Skill is Portable and Enduring
  121. 23:81Leadership and Personal Relationship Skills
  122. 23:93Loss of One-on-One Communication Skills
  123. 24:04Communication Skills for Job Interviews
  124. 24:11The Importance of Communication Skills
  125. 24:37New Generation's Communication Deficit
  126. 24:52Human Condition and Balance
  127. 24:56Alien Invasion Scenario
  128. 24:65Things You Can't Control
  129. 24:75Preparing for Grid Down Scenarios
  130. 24:98Dual Fuel Generators
  131. 25:10Good Radios: Midland & Motorola
  132. 25:15Survival Emergency Radios
  133. 25:29Workplace Radios & Ham Radios
  134. 25:49Radio Experts in the Group
  135. 25:70Motorola Radios with Talk/Text Features
  136. 25:76Two-Way Radios for Security Situations
  137. 25:91Layers of Radios & EMP Considerations
  138. 26:09EMP and Communication Towers
  139. 26:21Daily Carry Flashlight: Olight Arkfeld
  140. 26:35Olight Arkfeld vs. Surefire Stiletto & Streamlight Wedge
  141. 26:58Olight Arkfeld Durability Test
  142. 26:86Water Resistance of Surefire Stilettos
  143. 26:92Olight Arkfeld Discount Code
  144. 27:01CBRN Defense (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear)
  145. 27:15CBRN Defense Video & Robbie's Marine Corps Training
  146. 27:29CBRN Defense: A Rabbit Hole
  147. 27:37CBRN Protection: Clothing, Washes, Respirators
  148. 27:50Medications for NBC Exposure
  149. 27:63Researching CBRN Protection Wisely
  150. 27:79Nuclear Survival: Fallout is the Biggest Problem
  151. 27:99Potassium Iodide Pills for Thyroid Protection
  152. 28:16Fallout Precautions: Get Inside a Basement
  153. 28:25Decontamination After Exposure
  154. 28:42Nuclear Survival Outside Blast Zone
  155. 28:47Survivor of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
  156. 28:66Precautions for Nuclear Survival
  157. 28:70CBRN Video in Prepper School Playlist
  158. 28:75Freeze Dryer Experience & Recommendations
  159. 28:89No Freeze Dryer Equipment Recommendations
  160. 28:94Vacuum Sealing & Dehydrators
  161. 29:00No Personal Freeze Drying Experience
  162. 29:05Freeze Drying Equipment Cost
  163. 29:10Dehydration as a Parallel to Freeze Drying
  164. 29:14Cabela's/Bass Pro for Processing Meats
  165. 29:24Long Term Food Storage: Freeze Dried Food
  166. 29:36Dehydrators, Smokers, Vacuum Sealing, Canning
  167. 29:59No Experience with Freeze Drying
  168. 29:65Starting Prepping with $1000: Ammo Calibers
  169. 29:79Ammunition Costs and Availability
  170. 29:99Case of .223 and 9mm Ammo
  171. 30:10Quality .22LR Ammunition Recommendations
  172. 30:16Magtech .22LR Ammunition
  173. 30:245000 Rounds of .22LR for $380
  174. 30:34Recommendation: Get Out of the City
  175. 30:46Having a Reference Point to Leave
  176. 30:54Ramping Up Preparations
  177. 30:68Giving Yourself a Few Days
  178. 30:74Finishing Up: Skills and Essentials
  179. 30:78Vital Skills and Training
  180. 30:85The PACE Method for Preparedness
  181. 30:93Primary Power: Light Switch
  182. 30:97Secondary Power: Generator
  183. 31:02Home Generators
  184. 31:07Contingency: Heat and Portable Heaters
  185. 31:11Sealed Freezer Technology
  186. 31:17Freezer Seals Shut When Power Goes Out
  187. 31:24Food Preservation Technology
  188. 31:29Emergency: Building a Fire
  189. 31:36Busting Up Furniture for Firewood
  190. 31:42Seeing Where You're Going with Preparations
  191. 31:48Food is a Limited Resource
  192. 31:52Food Will Eventually Run Out
  193. 31:57Gardening for Self-Sufficiency
  194. 31:61Gardening as an Enjoyable Experience
  195. 31:69Fresh Food and Kids Involvement
  196. 31:73Developing Another Life Skill: Gardening
  197. 31:80Seed Vaults and Seed Viability
  198. 31:85Low Yield from Old Seeds
  199. 31:91Heirloom Seeds for Replanting
  200. 31:95Learning About Seed Saving
  201. 32:00Healthy and Outdoor Activity: Gardening
  202. 32:07Chickens and Rabbits for Self-Sufficiency
  203. 32:11Limitations for Urban Dwellers (Bay Area)
  204. 32:17Joy and Self-Sufficiency from Animals
  205. 32:22Taking Care of Your Equipment
  206. 32:30Maintaining Tools: Shovels, Axes
  207. 32:34Don't Leave Tools Out to Rust
  208. 32:37Sharpening Tools
  209. 32:43Everyday Skill: Using a Shovel
  210. 32:48Basic Skills Translate into Survival Skills
  211. 32:54Learning New Techniques and Taking Care of Equipment
  212. 32:64Excellence is the Key
  213. 32:70Pursuit of Perfection Leads to Excellence
  214. 32:79Effort and Hard Work in Prepping
  215. 32:87Building Up Others and Teamwork
  216. 32:91Harmony and Avoiding Negative People
  217. 33:06No Debbie Downers, Negative Nancys, Karens, or Chads
  218. 33:20No Hanging Chads
  219. 33:23Cultivate Relationships: Family, Neighbors, Friends
  220. 33:33Life is a Blessing
  221. 33:45Develop New Relationships
  222. 33:55Real Relationships vs. Digital Relationships
  223. 33:68Getting to Know People on a Personal Level
  224. 33:79Beyond the Digital World
  225. 33:94Patreon Range Day Experience
  226. 34:01Monday Night Live for Patreon Members
  227. 34:09Fun and Fellowship with Patreon Members
  228. 34:18Phenomenal Range Day with Robbie
  229. 34:24Shooting Competition and Weapon Manipulation Seminar
  230. 34:33Fellowship and Hanging Out
  231. 34:39Recap: Fear vs. Responsibility
  232. 34:47Fear Should Not Be the Motivation for Prepping
  233. 34:52Responsibility for Family, Neighborhood
  234. 34:60Better Preparedness Through Community
  235. 34:67Moving Beyond Paranoid Prepping
  236. 34:73Focusing on Living
  237. 34:81What is Life Worth if Consumed by Negativity?
  238. 34:89Don't Put Your Head in the Sand, Prepare
  239. 34:99Times Are Getting Short
  240. 35:04Worry About What You Can Control
  241. 35:12Take Care of What You Have Control Over
  242. 35:18Appreciation for the Audience
  243. 35:23Stirred the Old Brain
  244. 35:30Different Look at Things
  245. 35:39Appreciation for Robbie Wheaton
  246. 35:44Robbie's Technical Gun Expertise
  247. 35:55Appreciation for Sarah Mack
  248. 35:63Exotac Discount Code
  249. 35:72Battle Box Business Growth
  250. 35:84Battle Box Subscription Service
  251. 35:90Battle Box Discount Code
  252. 35:97Closing Remarks
  253. 36:03Be Strong, Be of Good Courage
  254. 36:09Long Live the Republic

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I reduce recoil in my handgun?

Mastering firearm recoil involves developing a high-ride grip, ensuring your support hand provides leverage towards the bottom of the grip. Building hand strength through exercises and consistent practice is crucial. While some firearms have limited aftermarket recoil reduction options, focusing on proper technique is paramount for control and accuracy.

What are the most common calibers for ammunition scavenging?

The easiest calibers to scavenge are .22 Long Rifle and 9mm due to their widespread use in handguns and carbines. NATO calibers like 9mm, 5.56 (.223), and 7.62x51 (.308) are also recommended because they are standardized and commonly found with military and law enforcement.

What is the most likely SHTF scenario?

A significant economic downturn is considered the most likely SHTF scenario, potentially triggered by events like a railroad strike or diesel shortages. This can lead to societal breakdown rather than a complete grid-down situation.

What are essential skills for prepping?

Beyond securing essentials like food and water, vital prepping skills include fire-starting, first aid, and self-defense. These skills are portable and enduring, offering greater long-term value than material possessions alone. Developing these skills provides a significant advantage in various survival situations.

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