Just added this to my stash, I love going to the range so it only makes sense that if I’m going to be making holes then I should be prepared to patch a hole if need be lol
Good to consider the different between materials and training levels needed between a first aid kit and a trauma kit too. It's good to have a tourniquet, gauze, bandages, chest seal, and trauma shears which will certainly not be included in an off the shelf first aid kit. Learn how to properly use each and frequently train with each item in the kit!
So true, I went there to ask how people got comfortable carrying one in the chamber personally for them to see if it would help me become comfortable doing it bc when I started I just simply wasn’t, and a lot of people were super mean and just telling me if I don’t trust myself or my gun I just shouldn’t carry at all and that I’m idiot basically for asking even tho I was very clear that I was aware carrying one in the chamber was superior and that I was just simply looking for advice as a newbie from some experienced guys. I did get a lot of great tips and nice comments from people actually giving good advice to help me get there, like keeping snap caps in the chamber and a loaded mag (since I’d have to rack the slide anyways without one in the chamber) to train myself into trusting myself carrying and my holster since everyday I come home and see that the trigger hasn’t depressed. And encouraging me to do research on how guns trigger system operated to give me a better piece of mind and understanding of it so I would feel safer. And letting me know that no matter how I carry, anyway is better than not carrying at all. I wish everyone in the community was more like that
@@IchigoTheQuincy Carrying with a round in the chamber violates one of the cardinal rules of firearm safety, never point the muzzle at anything you aren't willing to destroy. I am not willing to destroy my testicles, or my femoral artery by my gun going off down my leg. It is NATURAL to feel wary about carrying with a round in the chamber with striker fired guns like Glock. If there is no manual safety and no heavier trigger pull from a Double-Action/Single-Action half-cocked hammer, it's natural to be wary. I hate the guys saying if you are carrying without a round in the chamber you are forfeiting your life. I can draw from concealment, chamber a round, and get a round on target within 1.5 seconds and this was after only training for 10 minutes. My draw from concealment while chambering a round is faster than a majority of people carrying with a round in the chamber simply because I have practiced.
@@IchigoTheQuincy I might’ve seen your post lol. Been doing a lot of research before getting my cpl and I found a post almost identical to what your explaining and i instantly went to comments and was reading like “why is everyone saying he shouldn’t have a gun just because he asked for advice from people with experience”. If you don’t mind me asking how has the progress been on carrying with a loaded chamber?
Honestly bro you have one of the cleanest, informative, and original channels I’ve seen not to say other channel aren’t Great but the content and information that you push out is great for gun enthusiasts
I'm only 15 seconds into the video but reading this comment at the bottom of my screen made me decide to subscribe without even thinking. I trust this man's judgment for some reason blindly. Though I also feel confident I just stumbled across an amazing TH-cam channel
See this is the kind of gun tuber this website needs. Not a dude bro who waxes lyrical about why you need to buy a $5,000 Daniel defense AR. Just concise information that doesn't overly glorify buying a bunch of guns. It's just nice common Sense. Simple information that anyone can follow
You are 100% correct. I have so many friends who have 3 ARs and they don’t have optic, sling, light or even ammo to shoot. There is such a thing as to many guns if you can’t afford to set up the gun properly.
Yes. I've seen the same. I tell people to get a quality firearm, whatever that may be, and get a lot of ammo and magazines. I'm not real big on optics as being necessary if they have irons. Slings are a must and a light is optional if they have a good handheld.
Good advice all around, especially on the ear pro. I was a jet engine mechanic in the Air Force and always doubled up on ear pro (plugs and headsets) any time I was around a running fighter. I've still got tinnitus and upper range loss. Protect your hearing, folks!
Wow you doubled up the whole time? Im gonna ask for a custom molded ear plugs referal when i go to the doc because that no joke I want the best single layer protection possible and then Have the option to put on ear pro and crank the audio amplification up to hear people through the ear canal plugs minus the shockwave I know shock still travels through the bones but it would have to be a howitzer to do anything eventually
@@TheTAEclub we didn't have custom fit or electronic ear pro back when I was in. Doubling up was the best we could do, short of not going on the line. High freq was the worst - it was bad enough that it would affect your nervous system. Come off the line shaking from the stuff, no matter what you wore.
I used to be a crew man on the 155mm & 105mm Howitzer, and one time I forgot to put in my ear pro before a fire mission. On the very first round, I lost all hearing in the first 1/8 of the blast. It was exactly like the deafness and high pitch ringing in Call of Duty. I couldn't hear anything for a good few minutes.
I'd add puppy pads for when you're cleaning your gun. It absorbs everything and when you're done, just pitch it. The gun cleaning mats also absorb everything, but now you have something soaked in solvent and oils sitting on your bench being a fire hazard.
Even 35 years after getting into my own guns I find it is useful to level set with the basics such as you itemize here. What 2-4 guns do I regularly depend on? Are they set up properly right now? Do any of them need preventive maintenance? Do I have holsters and slings for them that I like? Do I have enough defense and range ammo for them on hand? Over time it is easy to loose track of details. At least yearly do an assessment as described here for your go to guns. Great video for beginners and experienced. Really good 2A message too.
I can add 3 things. - A hard case for your eye protection. Otherwise they get scratched up from bumping around your bag. Hard, not soft case. Another thing...I would highly recommend the Tipton brand snap caps. The one where you can see the little spring inside the snap caps. Those cheap red aluminum snap caps start shedding small pieces of aluminum inside of your gun. The 3rd and final but extremely important one....When buying a holster, do not buy a generic holster, for example "medium sized guns". Buy a holster for your exact make and model of gun, including or not, a light or laser attatched. The holster should fit perfectly. I prefer leather holsters myself. I find them more comfortable and more concealable. Also the Kydex plastic ones wear the finish on your gun faster than leather does. You're going to have it probably for the rest of your life. I know spending $125-$160 sounds like a lot for a holster. Take your favorite gun that you carry the most and buy a custom leather one. I think you'll be glad you did. TT Gunleather is a quality brand, but there are many other good leathiers out there.
Great info! It took years for me to realize the things you have summed up in 30 minutes. The crazy thing is, people that are new to the gun world might see this and take it with a grain of salt. If you are new to guns and watching this, follow this advice!
shitty thing is I would like to join a club with skeet, pistol and ar style rifles but most skeet just have the first two. They also typically require a bunch of service you have to do to maintain the range, fine but wish I could just pay more. All of the more down to earth ranges are indoor in my area and skew younger. Also, the outdoor ranges with skeet are mad expensive and even after joining they restrict you. For instance, you could join, not pass a test and barely be able to use the range until you retest and pass next month.
@@DG-kr8pt yeah you just have to find a run n gun range for routine use. Go shoot sporting clays with the boys when you have time. There are many more skeet/trap ranges
Holy crap this is so helpful! Thanks Man, I sent this to the kids for Fathers’ Day ideas. Trying not to fall into that trap of purchasing gun after gun.
Thank you from a newbie here, subscribed. I appreciate you getting straight to the facts, proper maintenance, and protection. Totally agree that I want my own stuff that is familiar to me and the proper tools to keep hardware up to snuff. There are so many great guns out there but as with always, have to start with the fundamentals
I never leave comments but I really like and appreciate your content. Well spoken, thoughtful and quality info. Firearm selection is fire too. Keep going.
I like this benchtop, informative type of video way more than the "tacticool" cinematic crap with dudes in full kit sending hundreds of rounds down range in slow motion
This video is exactly what people new to the lifestyle need, like me, so I appreciate you sharing knowledge and your approach to EDC with those of us still finding our way. I look forward to watching more of your content. Any videos on how you train upcoming? Or a video on your fall/winter setup (sounds like snow may not be a concern for you!)?
been shooting since 1978...good solid list....id ad a large small driver kit with different screw heads, stars, allens etc and a trauma kit which is more than bobo kit you showed
I would add an optic or flashlight before a punch kit honestly, and I only say that bc if ur doing somthing to ur gun that requires a punch kit then that means ur modding ur firearm in a more advanced way usually like trigger swapping or something. Red dot and flash light are usually a step below swapping a trigger or something else internal in the firearm. I would also add a first add kit as well. Great video!
Great list and anyone that doesn't have these things should take your advice. Especially about trying different types of ammo to see what works best for you and your gun. I try to make sure to put a full box of at least 6-8 different types of ammo downrange before deciding which works best. I also try to make sure I have put at least that much range time into a new gun before I buy my next one. Two things I would add to your list. The first would be a good soft case for when you are going to the range, especially if your first gun is a rifle/shotgun. Many ranges don't like you walking in with your gun in the open since it is hard for them to tell at a distance whether the gun is loaded or if you are a threat. The second thing I would add is a good first aid kit just incase something unfortunate happens. I keep a kit in each vehicle, one in my range bag and a compact one that I keep in my pocket. Make sure the kit has a tourniquet and preferably add some QuickClot gauze. Don't just have the kit, just like you need to train with your new gun you should take some first aid training so you are prepared if needed.
Great video, very smart information. My hearing is awful. I bought hearing protection, ear phone type that also amplifies sound so I can hear better. Turn them on and I can hear sound from far away.
1 thing I would add, before you buy your 1st gun go to a range where you can rent and shoot all the guns your interested in back to back. 2. If your looking to buy a gun at a store and they have a range see if you can shoot it before you purchase it. Those 2 might seem like the same advice, it isnt personally if i would have heard the 2 pieces of advice I would have saved so much money and frustration.
Went to the tactical games recently and all the top guys were wearing Kore Essential belts so I bought one the next week and damn, best gun gear purchase I made in a long time. Total recommend from me.
I have just learned the ammo over guns moto. In light of all the chaos that's going on in the word, I was about to buy a honey badge Q SBR for a shtf loadout. After some critical thinking, I realized I didn't have nearly enough ammo and magazines I should have stocked up. Decided to use that money to beef up my EDC, Rifle, ammo, mags and battle belt. Was way worth spending it on what I already had and needed than trying to build something new. Appreciate this list!
Just a suggestion on number 7. If you’re looking to spend a little more the Kore Essential belt is amazing as a gun belt. Rigid and has a ratcheting system so it can be adjusted to any size gun if you carry IWB. They look super clean and can be worn with anything.
You do a great job of articulating what new gun owners need to hear. Everything was 100% facts. I double down on the gun cleaning kit and different ammo types. Know your pistol irons before investing in a RDS
Okay, got everything checked out on this video. Maybe not before my second or third firearm, but nonetheless checked off lol. Except the sight thing. I don’t change my rear optics, unless it’s on a rifle like an ar. All the firearms I buy are already blacked out rear iron. Only thing I would add, is replacement parts (i.e., springs, detents, etc., because they tend to fly away 😅)
Also, I do recommend people purchasing proper targets and different types of targets. It’s easy to shoot at the same thing over & over. Your skill and technique will definitely increase with variation.
i really appreciate this vid. The gatekeeping at the range is definitely an issue. Interestingly enough i have a similar history to those at the range but they chose to keep going down the firearm rabbit hole after leaving the service while i didn't get back into it until years later. I'm the same dude that stood beside you back then so what makes you "above" me now. They've accrued more information than me in this area as i've accrued information in other areas that they haven't. Sharing information is a joy to me, as i see it is to you also because you wouldn't be doing this channel otherwise. Now, out to buy some different defense rounds to see what i, and my pistols like. Maybe even shoot the stuff i've got that i keep taking out and replacing with the regular rounds when i go to the range, lol. BTW I see you've got those harbor freight rubber gloves. I'm a contractor and have found those to be the best value going for gloves, not to mention they offer 9mil. also. Not often you find not only the best value but when it's also some of the best made, they are a must.
It’s amazing how deep this rabbit hole can go. I probably have $2k+ invested in gear, parts, tools, accessories etc before even getting into lights, holsters and reflex sights... maybe another $3k+ there, MINIMUM. AND With ammo, just quadruple everything I just mentioned 😂 Welcome to the range life. Its 100% worth it though! Save money and buy the expensive stuff off the bat. Don’t cheap out on ANYTHING. You will just end up buying the expensive stuff later anyway.
@@dariuskincaid same. I have a mini ammo can with all the Allen wrenches from parts. There’s like 100+ in there..I have a dedicated wrench set! Why do I keep them?? lol
Great video! Another good place to shoot is at a POLICE RANGE. I pay maybe $50 a year membership to the local Sheriff's Association, which basically gets me a key to their range. Bonus for me, the road to the range goes back into the woods 5 doors down from my house!! If you are not at a maned range: 1. Add paper or steel targets and duct tape for the paper 2. Add a TRAUMA KIT or at least a tourniquet for an accidental shooting... it can happen!
Just bought my very first handgun a CZ-75 B, gonna follow your advice and get all the equipment you mention here before i get another firearm, already started looking at other guns and have not even picked up my pistol yet 😂 still gotta wait the 10 day cool down period here in california. Thanks for the information!
Great idea for a video. If you are a new shooter and go with other people, especially to open/outdoor ranges, pay attention to the little stuff that people bring. Staple gun, 1x2’s, folding table. You might not think about it, but all of that stuff costs money, logistics to get it around, and if you forget it, it can ruin a trip. Everyone should have that stuff ready to go
Great advice. I once built a lower receiver with an alen wrench, screw driver, hammer (roofing hammer), and a guitar pick. To my amazement, it still runs like a scolded dog. Lol.
Well done, good Sir!! I will share this video with the newer shooters I know. Also, I totally agree about holsters as well as good slings for long guns.
Love this kind of content. Owning and using a firearm is a lot more than just buying a gun. There is a support system that must exist along with that gun to make you effective.
Bro ive watched so many gun videos. No elitism, no toxicity. Only funny skits and lots of common sense, and lots of newb friendly content. Dont spread actual toxicity bruv. Outside of that comment, great video and informative.
If you are going to be shooting a lot and plan to buy a quality set of hearing protection, there is something to be said for renting for a while before buying. If your gun club or shooting range rents multiple brands and models of hearing protection, try all of the ones you think you might want to eventually purchase. Just like holsters, different hearing protection will fit differently, with different pressure on your ears and head. Some will make you sweat more than others. Try them out for a few hours on a few days to see which are the most comfortable, fit the best, and stop the loud noises the best. Then go buy your own pair or two.
lol, if I was a bowler, I'd definitely have my own shoes. Great tips on the tool kits. The sight pusher was pretty sweet, I wasn't sure if I'd need it again so I went with a block of Hickory...don't forget tricking out your vise with different jaws.
Bought my first gun in 2019. Now on number8 😂. You’ve basically summed up everything I learned & bought in one video over the last 4 years. i definitely stopped buying guns so often when i realized i lacked on everything else (most of my guns were bought in 2020) & started investing in everything else. Like tools it took me like 4-5 hours to do a simple roll pin & aluminum magwell for my czp07, the punch I needed & had to use the wrong tools instead smh And for holsters I used a Texas 1886leather universal holster until i could afford custom kydex holsters I wanted still have that holster it’s useful backup
We’re on the same path just different journeys! 😂 I’m just trying to save some folks some money and maybe a shortcut here and there from what we learned the hard way lol
This is the first video I have seen of yours. These are some good ideas! Especially appreciate the part about being nice and welcoming to new people. I have been shooting for over a decade. I would add a few things. Good training especially if you plan to carry to protect yourself and loved ones. This training needs to be based on fighting with your gun. Extra mags. And have mags dedicated to for carry and mags dedicated for training. Finally a blue-gun so you dry practice without the worry of having to unload your gun all the time. Once again great video. Love the ideas and hour you kept it short. Will be subscribing if this is the stuff you post about.
Awesome job. I also feel that multiple pairs ( Hot & Cold Weather ) shooting gloves are A must. I have seen and experienced some situations that could have been prevented.
Well done, I get a lot of stuff including targets from Amazon. Your Local Gun Store especially if a Range is attached is priceless just like the Local Harley Dealer these places are 2nd homes. I too appreciate being greeted by name. Most of my favorite LGS Employee’s are Retired LEO’s so we have much in common. God Bless you and yours.
Super informative video, thanks for putting that all together. I totally related to a lot of your points about having and being comfortable with your own equipment and taking care of stuff. I've actually started picking up a number of these things already, so it was nice to see a little secondary confirmation of being on the "correct" path. I also appreciated your acknowledgment of the culture being toxic. I think less of that toxicity would help when engaging with people that have never shot a gun and aren't comfortable around them. I don't often hit the subscribe button, but you won me over on the first video.
Just found your video, I agree on the eye and ear protection, cleaning supplies, and the basic tools. I think if someone is a first time gun owner, I would wait on the sight pusher and more technical tools until you decide that working on your own firearm is something you want to tackle. I would definitely add cleaning rags, cleaning mat, bore snake, ammo cans , and some quality gun lube. I would also go to a local range and take an NRA beginner pistol or rifle course. It was a couple of years after I bought my first handgun until I bought another one. By then I had gotten my carry license and learned how to field strip and clean my gun. But you are correct. Once you get the bug, it gets expensive. I bought 8 handguns in a year, 🤣. Great video, glad I found it.
Solid set of recommendations. I'll point out for those who don't like to carry appendix, the Hunter Constantine belt is *only* for appendix carry, so if you're going to carry on your hip it's not the belt for you.
Thank you! And yea forgot to mention that lol I’ve seen some people say you could maybe make it work in other carrying styles but ehh I don’t think it’s ideal
Thanks for this video. I got a few accessories but no gun yet. I know to get a cleaning kit soon after I buy my first one, a .22lr bolt action rifle so when it gets dirty, I'll be ready.
Really great video. Very informative and you hit on things that may be overlooked like binoculars, range memberships and doubling up on ear pro, especially at an indoor range. I also like your positive message at the end.
I really enjoyed this video. I started buying firearms and went full speed. I don't necessarily regret it because I've been very selective and did my research. But I also completely agree with your list. Everything adds up quickly especially the ammo and then comes the optics, lol. Thanks for the great input.
I have to disagree with the punch set and the pick set. If you are buying your first pistol any mods you need that would require a punch or pick set may not be something you try to attempt before you have more knowledge. Yes TH-cam has made the common gun owner a low level gun smith, myself included, but trigger swaps isn’t something I would try as a first time gun owner. My son attempted a trigger swap on CZ Shadow2 and I can’t remember the name of the trigger he put in but it required him to file down the disconnector. After he did the swap and his pistol didn’t work the way it was supposed to he just put it away and didn’t want to tell anyone what he did. So now you have a $1,000 paper weight. His brother and I finally asked about the pistol and when he told us between the 3 of us, customer service and TH-cam we were able to figure out what needed to be done. Now, having multiple tools is great, but as a beginner it only creates problems. And we all know gun smiths love when you bring in a firearm and a bag of parts!!! lol.
Ok this video is fantastic. Thank you for sharing this wisdom with us. I seriously feel like you saved me a looooooot of time figuring this out on my own!
I would add a shot timer. It’s not enough to just blindly shoot with no improvement goal. Get shots on target and make it a contest. It keeps one interested in sharpening one’s skills.
If you want to make your own pistol holsters, the setup is like $150 if you make the jigs yourself and you spend roughly $15 on every holster made after that
Maybe some type of dry firing equipment or system.. like a Dry Fire Mag or a Mantis... I think people often think dry firing is overrated but it can definitely help when you cannot go to the range as much as you would like...
@@dariuskincaid mantix x for sure. If you want to get really fancy you can get a co2 system so you dont have to rack the slide each time. Could also just get 'pin' reset mags so you dont have to do it either, forget the real name of them but essentially its a mag that resets your trigger after a dry fire. Super useful for practicing fast dry fire shots, and trigger resets.
I’ve had many hobbies throughout my life and I learned that if you want to succeed you have to do your research and invest in the best equipment you can. Everything you say is completely true.
Ear pro is one that makes a big difference in comfort. Yeah you can get by with foam plugs but a good pair of electronic earmuffs is gonna be significantly better and a loaner set for bringing friends to the range can make an otherwise daunting experience a little more comfortable for them
Subbed. I appreciate no BS content. I recently bought a gun I didn’t need and now have an awful case of buyer’s remorse. Should have bought ammo or optics. Live and learn I guess.
When I get my friends into firearms, always tell them to pick out something that they like.And then really kit it out before they do anything else.It's OK to have a couple of basic A.Rs with the ironsides just make sure you have one that's kitted out and ready The best purchase you'll ever make for battle rifle is a Sling and a good optic.
Very good. I'm currently looking for a holster. I'm left handed with a Glock 43x MOSD Holosun EDC and a Nightstick Light/Leaser. I finally managed to find one will be ordering it end of the month. I think that with most of the modern striker fire pistols, your holster is basically your safety, get a good one that is comfortable.
This is a great video. Very nice and helpful. I agree with a lot of your information. I hope that a lot of people who are interested in firearms see this video cause everything you talked about is great advice.
Good video. Your point on renting ear protection and having staff look down on you is relatable. We've sll been somewhere that had a new shooter acting a little too eager and trying too hard, and you could tell the staff was put off by their actions. I'm sure I was like that when I first started, too. 😂
To be honest, I had a basic cleaning kit months before I got my first gun, and I picked up a couple of different holsters for it as well before getting it, as well as a good duty/range belt.
I would also throw a first aid kit on the list.
Yup! Couldn’t agree more!
A stop the bleed kit at the least, and training in how to use it. Our local fire department offers training on stop the bleed for free!
Just added this to my stash, I love going to the range so it only makes sense that if I’m going to be making holes then I should be prepared to patch a hole if need be lol
My wife is a nurse and I second that. If I have to go to the range more than I do I would buy something for accidents or whatever.
Good to consider the different between materials and training levels needed between a first aid kit and a trauma kit too. It's good to have a tourniquet, gauze, bandages, chest seal, and trauma shears which will certainly not be included in an off the shelf first aid kit. Learn how to properly use each and frequently train with each item in the kit!
"The gun community can be a little toxic"
I'm on firearm subreddits every day. You ain't lyin'.
So true, I went there to ask how people got comfortable carrying one in the chamber personally for them to see if it would help me become comfortable doing it bc when I started I just simply wasn’t, and a lot of people were super mean and just telling me if I don’t trust myself or my gun I just shouldn’t carry at all and that I’m idiot basically for asking even tho I was very clear that I was aware carrying one in the chamber was superior and that I was just simply looking for advice as a newbie from some experienced guys. I did get a lot of great tips and nice comments from people actually giving good advice to help me get there, like keeping snap caps in the chamber and a loaded mag (since I’d have to rack the slide anyways without one in the chamber) to train myself into trusting myself carrying and my holster since everyday I come home and see that the trigger hasn’t depressed. And encouraging me to do research on how guns trigger system operated to give me a better piece of mind and understanding of it so I would feel safer. And letting me know that no matter how I carry, anyway is better than not carrying at all. I wish everyone in the community was more like that
@@IchigoTheQuincy Carrying with a round in the chamber violates one of the cardinal rules of firearm safety, never point the muzzle at anything you aren't willing to destroy.
I am not willing to destroy my testicles, or my femoral artery by my gun going off down my leg.
It is NATURAL to feel wary about carrying with a round in the chamber with striker fired guns like Glock.
If there is no manual safety and no heavier trigger pull from a Double-Action/Single-Action half-cocked hammer, it's natural to be wary.
I hate the guys saying if you are carrying without a round in the chamber you are forfeiting your life.
I can draw from concealment, chamber a round, and get a round on target within 1.5 seconds and this was after only training for 10 minutes.
My draw from concealment while chambering a round is faster than a majority of people carrying with a round in the chamber simply because I have practiced.
@@IchigoTheQuincy I might’ve seen your post lol. Been doing a lot of research before getting my cpl and I found a post almost identical to what your explaining and i instantly went to comments and was reading like “why is everyone saying he shouldn’t have a gun just because he asked for advice from people with experience”. If you don’t mind me asking how has the progress been on carrying with a loaded chamber?
@@IchigoTheQuincy Do you not use a holster??? there is no reason why your trigger would be depressed
Litteraly can’t ask question’s without getting tore a new one
Honestly bro you have one of the cleanest, informative, and original channels I’ve seen not to say other channel aren’t Great but the content and information that you push out is great for gun enthusiasts
Means a lot man thank you! 🙏🏽
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@@connorevans5632 😂😂😂what bro
I'm only 15 seconds into the video but reading this comment at the bottom of my screen made me decide to subscribe without even thinking. I trust this man's judgment for some reason blindly. Though I also feel confident I just stumbled across an amazing TH-cam channel
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See this is the kind of gun tuber this website needs. Not a dude bro who waxes lyrical about why you need to buy a $5,000 Daniel defense AR. Just concise information that doesn't overly glorify buying a bunch of guns. It's just nice common Sense. Simple information that anyone can follow
Appreciate the kind words brother! 🙏🏽
You are 100% correct. I have so many friends who have 3 ARs and they don’t have optic, sling, light or even ammo to shoot. There is such a thing as to many guns if you can’t afford to set up the gun properly.
As time goes on I've realized I'd rather have 2-5 really well set up guns over having 10+ guns.
Yes. I've seen the same. I tell people to get a quality firearm, whatever that may be, and get a lot of ammo and magazines. I'm not real big on optics as being necessary if they have irons. Slings are a must and a light is optional if they have a good handheld.
Good advice all around, especially on the ear pro. I was a jet engine mechanic in the Air Force and always doubled up on ear pro (plugs and headsets) any time I was around a running fighter. I've still got tinnitus and upper range loss. Protect your hearing, folks!
Appreciate it! People underestimate how important their hearing is until it’s not as good
Wow you doubled up the whole time? Im gonna ask for a custom molded ear plugs referal when i go to the doc because that no joke
I want the best single layer protection possible and then Have the option to put on ear pro and crank the audio amplification up to hear people through the ear canal plugs minus the shockwave
I know shock still travels through the bones but it would have to be a howitzer to do anything eventually
@@TheTAEclub we didn't have custom fit or electronic ear pro back when I was in. Doubling up was the best we could do, short of not going on the line. High freq was the worst - it was bad enough that it would affect your nervous system. Come off the line shaking from the stuff, no matter what you wore.
Thanks for this information 👍 👌
I used to be a crew man on the 155mm & 105mm Howitzer, and one time I forgot to put in my ear pro before a fire mission. On the very first round, I lost all hearing in the first 1/8 of the blast. It was exactly like the deafness and high pitch ringing in Call of Duty.
I couldn't hear anything for a good few minutes.
I'd add puppy pads for when you're cleaning your gun. It absorbs everything and when you're done, just pitch it. The gun cleaning mats also absorb everything, but now you have something soaked in solvent and oils sitting on your bench being a fire hazard.
Even 35 years after getting into my own guns I find it is useful to level set with the basics such as you itemize here. What 2-4 guns do I regularly depend on? Are they set up properly right now? Do any of them need preventive maintenance? Do I have holsters and slings for them that I like? Do I have enough defense and range ammo for them on hand? Over time it is easy to loose track of details. At least yearly do an assessment as described here for your go to guns.
Great video for beginners and experienced. Really good 2A message too.
I can add 3 things. - A hard case for your eye protection. Otherwise they get scratched up from bumping around your bag. Hard, not soft case. Another thing...I would highly recommend the Tipton brand snap caps. The one where you can see the little spring inside the snap caps. Those cheap red aluminum snap caps start shedding small pieces of aluminum inside of your gun. The 3rd and final but extremely important one....When buying a holster, do not buy a generic holster, for example "medium sized guns". Buy a holster for your exact make and model of gun, including or not, a light or laser attatched. The holster should fit perfectly. I prefer leather holsters myself. I find them more comfortable and more concealable. Also the Kydex plastic ones wear the finish on your gun faster than leather does. You're going to have it probably for the rest of your life. I know spending $125-$160 sounds like a lot for a holster. Take your favorite gun that you carry the most and buy a custom leather one. I think you'll be glad you did. TT Gunleather is a quality brand, but there are many other good leathiers out there.
Wish there was a video like this when I started down the rabbit hole of guns, great video
You and me both! lol thanks tho bro! 🙏🏽
Yeah if I had only heard this 40 years and three safes full ago.😁
I like this guy A LOT! Best, most informative, honest, helpful video I’ve seen so far. This man is the real deal.
Great info! It took years for me to realize the things you have summed up in 30 minutes. The crazy thing is, people that are new to the gun world might see this and take it with a grain of salt. If you are new to guns and watching this, follow this advice!
Appreciate it! I think Sometimes when something sounds too easy or too simple we tend to over-complicate things lol I know I did
You had me at “less fudd shit going on”
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shitty thing is I would like to join a club with skeet, pistol and ar style rifles but most skeet just have the first two. They also typically require a bunch of service you have to do to maintain the range, fine but wish I could just pay more. All of the more down to earth ranges are indoor in my area and skew younger. Also, the outdoor ranges with skeet are mad expensive and even after joining they restrict you. For instance, you could join, not pass a test and barely be able to use the range until you retest and pass next month.
@@DG-kr8pt yeah you just have to find a run n gun range for routine use. Go shoot sporting clays with the boys when you have time. There are many more skeet/trap ranges
Holy crap this is so helpful! Thanks Man, I sent this to the kids for Fathers’ Day ideas. Trying not to fall into that trap of purchasing gun after gun.
perfect video to show a friend getting into the life style.
Thank you from a newbie here, subscribed. I appreciate you getting straight to the facts, proper maintenance, and protection. Totally agree that I want my own stuff that is familiar to me and the proper tools to keep hardware up to snuff. There are so many great guns out there but as with always, have to start with the fundamentals
I never leave comments but I really like and appreciate your content. Well spoken, thoughtful and quality info. Firearm selection is fire too. Keep going.
Man I appreciate the kind words! Thank you 🙏🏽
I like this benchtop, informative type of video way more than the "tacticool" cinematic crap with dudes in full kit sending hundreds of rounds down range in slow motion
Thanks for watching bro 🙏🏽
This video is exactly what people new to the lifestyle need, like me, so I appreciate you sharing knowledge and your approach to EDC with those of us still finding our way. I look forward to watching more of your content. Any videos on how you train upcoming? Or a video on your fall/winter setup (sounds like snow may not be a concern for you!)?
been shooting since 1978...good solid list....id ad a large small driver kit with different screw heads, stars, allens etc and a trauma kit which is more than bobo kit you showed
Bro......! This is by far the most comprehensive video on "what and when to buy" videos that rubies and upcoming Pro's can benefit from.
Appreciate it bro! I’m sure I forgot something but it’s a good start! Lol
@@dariuskincaid If you did I couldn't tell! Super thorough
Dope video. Glad there's some normal folk giving solid advice. Easy to listen to as well. Keep it up!
As someone who is getting ready to purchase my first gun and researching as much as I can this video was excellent. Thanks for all of the info.
I would add an optic or flashlight before a punch kit honestly, and I only say that bc if ur doing somthing to ur gun that requires a punch kit then that means ur modding ur firearm in a more advanced way usually like trigger swapping or something. Red dot and flash light are usually a step below swapping a trigger or something else internal in the firearm. I would also add a first add kit as well. Great video!
Yo the “working on your skateboard” reference was sick. I felt that. Same with learning how to set up your own guitars! Love the channel man.
Great list and anyone that doesn't have these things should take your advice. Especially about trying different types of ammo to see what works best for you and your gun. I try to make sure to put a full box of at least 6-8 different types of ammo downrange before deciding which works best. I also try to make sure I have put at least that much range time into a new gun before I buy my next one.
Two things I would add to your list.
The first would be a good soft case for when you are going to the range, especially if your first gun is a rifle/shotgun. Many ranges don't like you walking in with your gun in the open since it is hard for them to tell at a distance whether the gun is loaded or if you are a threat.
The second thing I would add is a good first aid kit just incase something unfortunate happens. I keep a kit in each vehicle, one in my range bag and a compact one that I keep in my pocket. Make sure the kit has a tourniquet and preferably add some QuickClot gauze. Don't just have the kit, just like you need to train with your new gun you should take some first aid training so you are prepared if needed.
Great video, very smart information.
My hearing is awful.
I bought hearing protection, ear phone type that also amplifies sound so I can hear better.
Turn them on and I can hear sound from far away.
1 thing I would add, before you buy your 1st gun go to a range where you can rent and shoot all the guns your interested in back to back. 2. If your looking to buy a gun at a store and they have a range see if you can shoot it before you purchase it. Those 2 might seem like the same advice, it isnt personally if i would have heard the 2 pieces of advice I would have saved so much money and frustration.
Great advice!
problem is if you are new many feel the same.
Went to the tactical games recently and all the top guys were wearing Kore Essential belts so I bought one the next week and damn, best gun gear purchase I made in a long time. Total recommend from me.
A belt you like is totally worth it!! It’s a game changer once you find the one that works for you 🙏🏽
I have just learned the ammo over guns moto. In light of all the chaos that's going on in the word, I was about to buy a honey badge Q SBR for a shtf loadout. After some critical thinking, I realized I didn't have nearly enough ammo and magazines I should have stocked up. Decided to use that money to beef up my EDC, Rifle, ammo, mags and battle belt. Was way worth spending it on what I already had and needed than trying to build something new.
Appreciate this list!
New to 2A and looking into getting my first firearm. Thank you for the video.
Update?
Did you end up buying one
What did you get bro? 👀
Just a suggestion on number 7. If you’re looking to spend a little more the Kore Essential belt is amazing as a gun belt. Rigid and has a ratcheting system so it can be adjusted to any size gun if you carry IWB. They look super clean and can be worn with anything.
You do a great job of articulating what new gun owners need to hear. Everything was 100% facts. I double down on the gun cleaning kit and different ammo types. Know your pistol irons before investing in a RDS
Thank you for watching!
Okay, got everything checked out on this video. Maybe not before my second or third firearm, but nonetheless checked off lol. Except the sight thing. I don’t change my rear optics, unless it’s on a rifle like an ar. All the firearms I buy are already blacked out rear iron.
Only thing I would add, is replacement parts (i.e., springs, detents, etc., because they tend to fly away 😅)
Hahaha I have definitely lost some springs due to them flying off 😂
Love the video. This is what I try and bring to my little corner of TH-cam. Very sober and informative perspective.
Appreciate it! 🙏🏽
Great advice. The only thing I would add are extra magazines.
Mags for sure! If you can find them of course 😂
Kore gun belt is a must as far as I am concerned. Before I got it never knew how much more comfortable carry could be. Made all the diff.
Also, I do recommend people purchasing proper targets and different types of targets. It’s easy to shoot at the same thing over & over. Your skill and technique will definitely increase with variation.
Agreed! Especially at outdoor ranges most don’t have any of that stuff and if they do it’s trash lol
As a new gun owner myself, already thinking about buying a second one, this is sound advice, thank you!
i really appreciate this vid. The gatekeeping at the range is definitely an issue. Interestingly enough i have a similar history to those at the range but they chose to keep going down the firearm rabbit hole after leaving the service while i didn't get back into it until years later. I'm the same dude that stood beside you back then so what makes you "above" me now.
They've accrued more information than me in this area as i've accrued information in other areas that they haven't.
Sharing information is a joy to me, as i see it is to you also because you wouldn't be doing this channel otherwise. Now, out to buy some different defense rounds to see what i, and my pistols like. Maybe even shoot the stuff i've got that i keep taking out and replacing with the regular rounds when i go to the range, lol.
BTW I see you've got those harbor freight rubber gloves. I'm a contractor and have found those to be the best value going for gloves, not to mention they offer 9mil. also. Not often you find not only the best value but when it's also some of the best made, they are a must.
I think mags are very important as well I see allot of people with only 1-2 mags spend most of the time loading up rather than training
Facts! That was me in the beginning 😂 mags ain’t cheap tho so I usually keep my eye for deals and grab em when I see a good promo
this is the unsexy truth that needs to be said.
Message was so good, I let ads run.
It’s amazing how deep this rabbit hole can go. I probably have $2k+ invested in gear, parts, tools, accessories etc before even getting into lights, holsters and reflex sights... maybe another $3k+ there, MINIMUM. AND With ammo, just quadruple everything I just mentioned 😂 Welcome to the range life. Its 100% worth it though! Save money and buy the expensive stuff off the bat. Don’t cheap out on ANYTHING. You will just end up buying the expensive stuff later anyway.
Yup! And the cheap stuff will sit in a drawer somewhere 😂 I don’t even bother selling it
@@dariuskincaid same. I have a mini ammo can with all the Allen wrenches from parts. There’s like 100+ in there..I have a dedicated wrench set! Why do I keep them?? lol
Buy once, cry once
@@averyostrowsky8692yeah its called hoarding it can get worse.. keep it in check lol we all have a little of it in us
@@TheTAEclub thankfully, I’m running out of space to put anything else. Except for that one empty spot in the safe..makes my other rifles look lonely.
Great video. I would definitely add a first aid kit and tourniquet.
Love the "Cheers" reference.
NORM!
Great video! Another good place to shoot is at a POLICE RANGE. I pay maybe $50 a year membership to the local Sheriff's Association, which basically gets me a key to their range. Bonus for me, the road to the range goes back into the woods 5 doors down from my house!! If you are not at a maned range: 1. Add paper or steel targets and duct tape for the paper 2. Add a TRAUMA KIT or at least a tourniquet for an accidental shooting... it can happen!
You are in the next tier of youtubers to make it, keep crushin it! 🤘😎🍻
15:37 you didn’t even have to finish what you were saying for me to know what you meant lol. It’s such a familiarity and pleasure to work on your gun.
This video is fantastic. Haven’t really gone down the rabbit hole completely so its nice to know what the essentials/quality of life things are
Just bought my very first handgun a CZ-75 B, gonna follow your advice and get all the equipment you mention here before i get another firearm, already started looking at other guns and have not even picked up my pistol yet 😂 still gotta wait the 10 day cool down period here in california. Thanks for the information!
Great idea for a video. If you are a new shooter and go with other people, especially to open/outdoor ranges, pay attention to the little stuff that people bring. Staple gun, 1x2’s, folding table. You might not think about it, but all of that stuff costs money, logistics to get it around, and if you forget it, it can ruin a trip. Everyone should have that stuff ready to go
Great advice. I once built a lower receiver with an alen wrench, screw driver, hammer (roofing hammer), and a guitar pick. To my amazement, it still runs like a scolded dog. Lol.
Great advice I have friends with lots of guns and they don't even know what the bullet gr means, let alone anything about ballistics.
I 100% understand and agree with your sentiments about working on your own gun. I am the same way.
Well done, good Sir!! I will share this video with the newer shooters I know. Also, I totally agree about holsters as well as good slings for long guns.
Good slings is a good one!
Love this kind of content. Owning and using a firearm is a lot more than just buying a gun. There is a support system that must exist along with that gun to make you effective.
Bro ive watched so many gun videos. No elitism, no toxicity.
Only funny skits and lots of common sense, and lots of newb friendly content.
Dont spread actual toxicity bruv.
Outside of that comment, great video and informative.
If you are going to be shooting a lot and plan to buy a quality set of hearing protection, there is something to be said for renting for a while before buying. If your gun club or shooting range rents multiple brands and models of hearing protection, try all of the ones you think you might want to eventually purchase. Just like holsters, different hearing protection will fit differently, with different pressure on your ears and head. Some will make you sweat more than others. Try them out for a few hours on a few days to see which are the most comfortable, fit the best, and stop the loud noises the best. Then go buy your own pair or two.
lol, if I was a bowler, I'd definitely have my own shoes. Great tips on the tool kits. The sight pusher was pretty sweet, I wasn't sure if I'd need it again so I went with a block of Hickory...don't forget tricking out your vise with different jaws.
Bought my first gun in 2019. Now on number8 😂. You’ve basically summed up everything I learned & bought in one video over the last 4 years. i definitely stopped buying guns so often when i realized i lacked on everything else (most of my guns were bought in 2020) & started investing in everything else. Like tools it took me like 4-5 hours to do a simple roll pin & aluminum magwell for my czp07, the punch I needed & had to use the wrong tools instead smh And for holsters I used a Texas 1886leather universal holster until i could afford custom kydex holsters I wanted still have that holster it’s useful backup
We’re on the same path just different journeys! 😂 I’m just trying to save some folks some money and maybe a shortcut here and there from what we learned the hard way lol
This is the first video I have seen of yours. These are some good ideas! Especially appreciate the part about being nice and welcoming to new people. I have been shooting for over a decade. I would add a few things. Good training especially if you plan to carry to protect yourself and loved ones. This training needs to be based on fighting with your gun. Extra mags. And have mags dedicated to for carry and mags dedicated for training. Finally a blue-gun so you dry practice without the worry of having to unload your gun all the time. Once again great video. Love the ideas and hour you kept it short. Will be subscribing if this is the stuff you post about.
Appreciate it! Great points too 👍🏽
Those Harbor Freight organizers are great. I have one for my drone parts
Awesome job. I also feel that multiple pairs ( Hot & Cold Weather ) shooting gloves are A must. I have seen and experienced some situations that could have been prevented.
Well done, I get a lot of stuff including targets from Amazon. Your Local Gun Store especially if a Range is attached is priceless just like the Local Harley Dealer these places are 2nd homes. I too appreciate being greeted by name. Most of my favorite LGS Employee’s are Retired LEO’s so we have much in common. God Bless you and yours.
Super informative video, thanks for putting that all together. I totally related to a lot of your points about having and being comfortable with your own equipment and taking care of stuff. I've actually started picking up a number of these things already, so it was nice to see a little secondary confirmation of being on the "correct" path. I also appreciated your acknowledgment of the culture being toxic. I think less of that toxicity would help when engaging with people that have never shot a gun and aren't comfortable around them. I don't often hit the subscribe button, but you won me over on the first video.
Just found your video, I agree on the eye and ear protection, cleaning supplies, and the basic tools. I think if someone is a first time gun owner, I would wait on the sight pusher and more technical tools until you decide that working on your own firearm is something you want to tackle. I would definitely add cleaning rags, cleaning mat, bore snake, ammo cans , and some quality gun lube. I would also go to a local range and take an NRA beginner pistol or rifle course. It was a couple of years after I bought my first handgun until I bought another one. By then I had gotten my carry license and learned how to field strip and clean my gun. But you are correct. Once you get the bug, it gets expensive. I bought 8 handguns in a year, 🤣. Great video, glad I found it.
Solid set of recommendations. I'll point out for those who don't like to carry appendix, the Hunter Constantine belt is *only* for appendix carry, so if you're going to carry on your hip it's not the belt for you.
Thank you! And yea forgot to mention that lol I’ve seen some people say you could maybe make it work in other carrying styles but ehh I don’t think it’s ideal
Thanks for this video. I got a few accessories but no gun yet. I know to get a cleaning kit soon after I buy my first one, a .22lr bolt action rifle so when it gets dirty, I'll be ready.
Really great video. Very informative and you hit on things that may be overlooked like binoculars, range memberships and doubling up on ear pro, especially at an indoor range. I also like your positive message at the end.
Glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate it! 🙏🏽
Good job, well spoken, I can't add much to other comments already here. Welcome to the community.
9:12 I felt you on this my first swap I definitely didn’t have the correct tools for the job took me roughly 4 hours to get it complete 😂
😂 a hassle bro
I am looking at getting my first gun and I’m so glad I found this video. Definitely going to use this info and links. Appreciate it a lot!
I do everything your talking about my issue is having a gun club or place to shot especially my rifles
That’s the hardest thing bro lol the best ones are unicorns 😭
I really enjoyed this video. I started buying firearms and went full speed. I don't necessarily regret it because I've been very selective and did my research. But I also completely agree with your list. Everything adds up quickly especially the ammo and then comes the optics, lol. Thanks for the great input.
I have to disagree with the punch set and the pick set. If you are buying your first pistol any mods you need that would require a punch or pick set may not be something you try to attempt before you have more knowledge. Yes TH-cam has made the common gun owner a low level gun smith, myself included, but trigger swaps isn’t something I would try as a first time gun owner. My son attempted a trigger swap on CZ Shadow2 and I can’t remember the name of the trigger he put in but it required him to file down the disconnector. After he did the swap and his pistol didn’t work the way it was supposed to he just put it away and didn’t want to tell anyone what he did. So now you have a $1,000 paper weight. His brother and I finally asked about the pistol and when he told us between the 3 of us, customer service and TH-cam we were able to figure out what needed to be done. Now, having multiple tools is great, but as a beginner it only creates problems. And we all know gun smiths love when you bring in a firearm and a bag of parts!!! lol.
Hey thank you so much. Just purchased my 1st handgun this is a huge help.
Ok this video is fantastic. Thank you for sharing this wisdom with us. I seriously feel like you saved me a looooooot of time figuring this out on my own!
I would add a shot timer. It’s not enough to just blindly shoot with no improvement goal. Get shots on target and make it a contest. It keeps one interested in sharpening one’s skills.
Lmao you must of read my mind cause I posted a video after this one talking about just that 😂🙌🏾
If you want to make your own pistol holsters, the setup is like $150 if you make the jigs yourself and you spend roughly $15 on every holster made after that
hey thank you brother this was very informative new to the gun world but excited
Thanks for watching!
Literally watching this and heavily reconsidering my third pistol purchase I planned on this weekend.
Maybe some type of dry firing equipment or system.. like a Dry Fire Mag or a Mantis... I think people often think dry firing is overrated but it can definitely help when you cannot go to the range as much as you would like...
I’m looking to grab one of those. Any suggestions?
@@dariuskincaid mantix x for sure. If you want to get really fancy you can get a co2 system so you dont have to rack the slide each time. Could also just get 'pin' reset mags so you dont have to do it either, forget the real name of them but essentially its a mag that resets your trigger after a dry fire. Super useful for practicing fast dry fire shots, and trigger resets.
I 👍 🤝 practice tell you can't go wrong
get a Vedder iwb or owb holster & save your money. no one needs multiple bins of holsters.. 1. Vedder.
I’ve had many hobbies throughout my life and I learned that if you want to succeed you have to do your research and invest in the best equipment you can. Everything you say is completely true.
Hey what a great video, that orange and black axis elite looks awesome! I really enjoyed you sharing your experience with all these things!
Appreciate it!
as a beginner, thank you for this and your other videos. really helpful!
Ear pro is one that makes a big difference in comfort. Yeah you can get by with foam plugs but a good pair of electronic earmuffs is gonna be significantly better and a loaner set for bringing friends to the range can make an otherwise daunting experience a little more comfortable for them
indoors you really need both.
First time coming across the channel and I already love the vibes.
Waiting for the day you flip that camera around brother 🤙
Working on your own firearm put you more in tune with it!! Excellent list!
Subbed. I appreciate no BS content. I recently bought a gun I didn’t need and now have an awful case of buyer’s remorse. Should have bought ammo or optics. Live and learn I guess.
Thanks for watching!
U over night became my favorite gun TH-camr after watching a few videos
also, the 5.11 maverick assaulter belt is fantastic imo.
When I get my friends into firearms, always tell them to pick out something that they like.And then really kit it out before they do anything else.It's OK to have a couple of basic A.Rs with the ironsides just make sure you have one that's kitted out and ready The best purchase you'll ever make for battle rifle is a Sling and a good optic.
Very good. I'm currently looking for a holster. I'm left handed with a Glock 43x MOSD Holosun EDC and a Nightstick Light/Leaser. I finally managed to find one will be ordering it end of the month. I think that with most of the modern striker fire pistols, your holster is basically your safety, get a good one that is comfortable.
Good info! I'm lucky to be in San Antonio where the gun culture is more open to newcomers.
My guy filming/editing/publishing in HDR. Good shit. Odd not everyone does this.
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This is a great video. Very nice and helpful. I agree with a lot of your information. I hope that a lot of people who are interested in firearms see this video cause everything you talked about is great advice.
Awesome video. I’m buying my first fire arms next month and these recommendations are outstanding
Good video. Your point on renting ear protection and having staff look down on you is relatable. We've sll been somewhere that had a new shooter acting a little too eager and trying too hard, and you could tell the staff was put off by their actions. I'm sure I was like that when I first started, too. 😂
To be honest, I had a basic cleaning kit months before I got my first gun, and I picked up a couple of different holsters for it as well before getting it, as well as a good duty/range belt.
I'm pretty sure I have the same torque set. I got it from harbor freight