Larry Vickers is one hell of an American and a pillar in the gun community. Each and every one of us owes a ton of thanks to Larry for his service and his contribution to the firearms world. 🇺🇸
Great story. I was one of the lucky ones like Larry. Delayed enlistment in early 1974 so I could graduate HS. Spent the summer at home, then in Sept off to basic, AIT, Jump School, and the Q-Course and he is absolutely correct. I was 19 and had only lived in Texas and Colorado and knew nothing of the world. But, it was a life for me. I got to the unit in 82, well ahead of Larry but as things were, we still had the chance to stand shoulder to shoulder on the range. I eventually retired with no regrets and I miss it every damn day.
Young men need examples like you now more than ever, the stories you could tell are absolutely invaluable to the development of the drive and mindset of a young man, that's one of the reasons that the older generations look at millennials and gen Z and don't see real men, because real men are usually very isolated in our society due to not being able to relate to very many people since more and more men are so far from what men in your generation are made of. If we had mentors like you to look up to more of us would be young men you could look upon with respect and be proud of what they've become
@Micah Edwards I absolutely love it to see your comments commenting on other big channels/channels that I like who comment on other big channels/channels that I like... oh my god I love that!
...wow...he finished the Q-Course the class ahead of me...I started in that class, but finished in the next class due to a recycle...I remember E-2's in the class...I don't remember him, unfortunately. I remember the times and the culture back in the day. I also remember Delta back in the day, as well...just a bit after the "Charging Charlie" Beckwith days. Wow. Coincidence. He's right about the ops-temp ramping up in '89. Not that he's given us any reason to doubt his word, but I can personally vouch for his remembrance of his career and his times.. The lessons he learned are right on. Right on.
As a nation we are lucky to have men like Larry and so many others that have answered the call to be the tip of the spear. It takes commitment and courage to step off a helo in the dark of night in the worlds most godforsaken places.
Not afraid to admit that I'm a bit of a LAV fanboy. Love this man's stories, knowledge, friendliness, modestness, and willingness to bring us guys on the lower rung, up where he is. God speed, LAV!
Larry, you aint lying when you talk about a short window of opportunity to try out for these high speed jobs. I attempted Air Force Special Warfare (TACP) at 37 years old, and although I could ruck better than most kids and move weight around like a pack mule my 210 pound older body could not come close to hacking it on the run times with the bodyweight I was lugging around. If i knew when my prime was when i was in my prime things might have gone differently. The guys that make it into SOF and other Special Jobs later in life are genetic studs and hats off to them. I wasn't blessed like some were.
Hey brother no shame in any way you serve our country! He still served a role and a purpose that someone else didn’t even attempt. Still some fight in this ole dog huh?!
If anything, Mr Vickers deserves all due respect for making the leap to go for what he really wanted to do, rather that regret not trying later on in life.. It takes a lot of sack and dedication for a young man, as he was at the time, to go about getting where he wanted to be, and doing what he had to do to get there.. we all know plenty of people that never pursued what they really wanted to do.. not that they are disappointed with their life now, but the ones I know wonder often, “what if”....
In my late 60s now, been shooting for over 45 years. Never served, but would sacrifice my life for god, country and for those I love. Been watching Mr. Vickers' online for years now and you know why? I was one who never tolerated noise. I am gone if I am not intrigued/interested within the first 60 seconds of a video. I have never clicked out of any video from LV. Purpose is one of his many virtues. Thank you PP for another great insight into someone who has contributed so much to our Country and community. GBTUSA
Aside from his accomplishments, I think he's a fantastic ambassador of the gun community. His modest, approachable demeanor and confidence are welcoming attributes towards non-shooters and novices. We need professionals like him.
Good evening. Thank you for the video. I am finishing my EMT in November and then Paramedic school. I am also getting my firearm instructor teaching classes going again. Thank you for the wisdom
Mr. Vickers is a man whom others look up to, admire and respect due to his specialist expertise and experience and his genuine love of imparting knowledge to his students! He is noted for his suberb authorship of highly informative and beautifully photograped specialist books which contain a wealth of knowledge. He does all of this with sincere modesty, which I believe is one of the many reasons people hold him in such high regard. Whether designing items to help improve accuracy or making excellent videos, each is carried out to very high standards, another VT hallmark.
Still has a sharp mind , with the experience and a look that says he could put the hurt on a enemy a thousand ways. Best to you Mr. Vickers .Thanks for the video.
Excellent to hear the LAV story! My best bud may he RIP, Chuck Collingwood had some great stories from his time in “ The Unit”. I look up to these elite warriors and they have so many of the same qualities! Thanks for everything.
Well said. If you got a chance to do something, do it as long as you can. Life isn't always a straight road. Sometimes it's the winding roads that lead to the most beautiful views.
So what you’re saying is.. you didn’t want to be involved in Central America helping the cia and fbi take over drug cartels and resell those seized drugs for funding black ops... many won’t understand this but anyone who was wearing a beret in the 80’s knows what I’m talking about
Thanks for your story & your contributions to our country Sir!🇺🇸 I wonder if you know my good friend R. Franklin ? He was the 4th man to make it through Delta selection?
Good on you Larry. We took different paths but shared some of the same dirt. In SOF, you have to be entrepreneurial, so working for ourselves becomes second nature.
I fully understand the small window analogy... by the time I realized where I needed to be during my Air Force career, there was no door. However, I did get two and a half years as a documentary (combat photo) videographer. I think Larry is one great American and warrior.
Man can build a 1911 as well as Wilson Combat and he’s just one guy!! Wilson is about the best “production 1911” you can own and a Vickers anything is top notch! Good dude..
Great story! LAV is the man... nothing but respect for him and his work. Thank you for your service and everything else you do for the 2nd amendment! ✌️
Sorry I never commented man I'm fucking up to my neck in shit and I never knew what to say with the hidden message looming... thank you for showing me some radical things and thank you for serving.
Larry is such a humble down to earth man. A true American badass,but in no way does he come off as a cocky asshole. I feel honored to have met him and taken a class with him.
This is what a first class American, a patriot looks like, or even more accurate... a humble badass! They don't make men like Larry in large quantities and I hold him , those like him, all the men and women who served in the highest of regards! I thank God for America and all those who pledge to fight tirelessly for her and all of us! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Good to hear him breakdown this “SF Baby” experience, what I think the 18 X-ray current do. It also good he took time to learn himself and know that the GB mission set wasn’t what he wanted to spend the rest of his military career doing. Would like to see Jamesons Travels “Marine Reacts” reaction video to this.
Larry Vickers is one hell of an American and a pillar in the gun community. Each and every one of us owes a ton of thanks to Larry for his service and his contribution to the firearms world. 🇺🇸
Great story. I was one of the lucky ones like Larry. Delayed enlistment in early 1974 so I could graduate HS. Spent the summer at home, then in Sept off to basic, AIT, Jump School, and the Q-Course and he is absolutely correct. I was 19 and had only lived in Texas and Colorado and knew nothing of the world. But, it was a life for me. I got to the unit in 82, well ahead of Larry but as things were, we still had the chance to stand shoulder to shoulder on the range. I eventually retired with no regrets and I miss it every damn day.
Veteran to Veteran...I love you.
We need your story. You guys are rare as hens teeth.
Young men need examples like you now more than ever, the stories you could tell are absolutely invaluable to the development of the drive and mindset of a young man, that's one of the reasons that the older generations look at millennials and gen Z and don't see real men, because real men are usually very isolated in our society due to not being able to relate to very many people since more and more men are so far from what men in your generation are made of. If we had mentors like you to look up to more of us would be young men you could look upon with respect and be proud of what they've become
Big fan of Larry, he’s a elite human being and by far the BEST “hand talker” in the WORLD!
Hahahaha 👍👍😂😂 much respect for Mr. Vickers
Great story!
When's yours comming out 🤔
Great dude!
When can the world finally hear your story Mike???
@Micah Edwards I absolutely love it to see your comments commenting on other big channels/channels that I like who comment on other big channels/channels that I like... oh my god I love that!
...wow...he finished the Q-Course the class ahead of me...I started in that class, but finished in the next class due to a recycle...I remember E-2's in the class...I don't remember him, unfortunately. I remember the times and the culture back in the day. I also remember Delta back in the day, as well...just a bit after the "Charging Charlie" Beckwith days. Wow. Coincidence. He's right about the ops-temp ramping up in '89. Not that he's given us any reason to doubt his word, but I can personally vouch for his remembrance of his career and his times.. The lessons he learned are right on. Right on.
As a nation we are lucky to have men like Larry and so many others that have answered the call to be the tip of the spear. It takes commitment and courage to step off a helo in the dark of night in the worlds most godforsaken places.
Big Fan of Larry. Tons of knowledge there.
Not afraid to admit that I'm a bit of a LAV fanboy. Love this man's stories, knowledge, friendliness, modestness, and willingness to bring us guys on the lower rung, up where he is. God speed, LAV!
If you ever get the chance take a class from LAV it gets even better. He's a cool dude for sure.
Gay alert!!
Larry, you aint lying when you talk about a short window of opportunity to try out for these high speed jobs. I attempted Air Force Special Warfare (TACP) at 37 years old, and although I could ruck better than most kids and move weight around like a pack mule my 210 pound older body could not come close to hacking it on the run times with the bodyweight I was lugging around. If i knew when my prime was when i was in my prime things might have gone differently.
The guys that make it into SOF and other Special Jobs later in life are genetic studs and hats off to them. I wasn't blessed like some were.
You must have done some good karma in your past life sir thank you for your service sir
Hey brother no shame in any way you serve our country! He still served a role and a purpose that someone else didn’t even attempt. Still some fight in this ole dog huh?!
Life is just a bridge between birth and death. The way we cross that bridge is solely up to that person. Wishing never brought anything to anyone.
Larry Vickers is an ultra-elite operator, with way above average knowledge, but a down to earth man. What a great human being!
If anything, Mr Vickers deserves all due respect for making the leap to go for what he really wanted to do, rather that regret not trying later on in life.. It takes a lot of sack and dedication for a young man, as he was at the time, to go about getting where he wanted to be, and doing what he had to do to get there.. we all know plenty of people that never pursued what they really wanted to do.. not that they are disappointed with their life now, but the ones I know wonder often, “what if”....
In my late 60s now, been shooting for over 45 years. Never served, but would sacrifice my life for god, country and for those I love. Been watching Mr. Vickers' online for years now and you know why? I was one who never tolerated noise. I am gone if I am not intrigued/interested within the first 60 seconds of a video. I have never clicked out of any video from LV. Purpose is one of his many virtues. Thank you PP for another great insight into someone who has contributed so much to our Country and community. GBTUSA
Aside from his accomplishments, I think he's a fantastic ambassador of the gun community. His modest, approachable demeanor and confidence are welcoming attributes towards non-shooters and novices. We need professionals like him.
A few years ago I took a pistol class taught by Mr. Vickers. Great class. Great man!
Fantastic instructor. I have taken 2 of his courses and was lucky enough to be at moyock. Really enjoyed my time there. Thanks Larry.
Larry vickers is one of my favorites i follow. Thank you for all of the information you share with us. Thank you for your service.
Awesome. I’m glad I watched. Larry Vickers has been a staple in the gun community for a good reason.
I love this guy. Truly a national treasure.
Larry always seems modest and reserved to me. Was good to see him talk about his background and coming up.
I HAVE A AUTOGRAPHED 1911 BOOK FROM MR. VICKERS. SO GLAD HES ON OUR SIDE. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Larry Vickers is a true American badass. I'm a huge fan of larry and so glad he shared his awesome story. Thank you for your service larry.
Good evening. Thank you for the video. I am finishing my EMT in November and then Paramedic school. I am also getting my firearm instructor teaching classes going again. Thank you for the wisdom
...can't even stress how much I love listening to the "old timers" talking about how they got started.
Great stuff!!
Respect is due!
Vickers and Spaulding are great and humble dudes .
American Hero, Gun Guy and Cool Dude x 100. Thank you.
Clearly a Man Among Men 💪🇺🇸💚
Mr. Vickers is a man whom others look up to, admire and respect due to his specialist expertise and experience and his genuine love of imparting knowledge to his students!
He is noted for his suberb authorship of highly informative and beautifully photograped specialist books which contain a wealth of knowledge.
He does all of this with sincere modesty, which I believe is one of the many reasons people hold him in such high regard.
Whether designing items to help improve accuracy or making excellent videos, each is carried out to very high standards, another VT hallmark.
he's also a kind of a badass
Still has a sharp mind , with the experience and a look that says he could put the hurt
on a enemy a thousand ways. Best to you Mr. Vickers .Thanks for the video.
I can sleep because Delta never sleeps. Thanks Larry and all those who serve.
Thank you for your service to preserve freedom and for sharing your knowledge.
Mr.Vickers, if you ever need another "iron in the fire," you are an excellent motivational speaker and teacher. And I don't just mean about firearms.
Larry Vickers, class act. Quality man!!!
Veteran to Veteran...Vick, I love you.
Excellent to hear the LAV story! My best bud may he RIP, Chuck Collingwood had some great stories from his time in “ The Unit”. I look up to these elite warriors and they have so many of the same qualities! Thanks for everything.
Awesome person. Very proud of you Larry Vickers. Tennessee
About damn time!!!!!
Respect. Amazing man.
Great video. Thank you for your service, Larry!
Great Story , as aptly depicted by a Great Dude: Former Special Forces Soldier and Delta Force Operator Larry Vickers.....!!
Thank you Larry
So much respect for you LAV! You are a true patriot! Thank you for your continued service in making this country a safer place.
Warrior, all you need to know about this man.
Well spoken. Sage advice.
Great video and advice, I followed it about 4yrs ago and went to a job I now love, LE Armourer, Thanks
God bless you Larry! 👍👍👍💪💪💪✝️✝️✝️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Well said. If you got a chance to do something, do it as long as you can.
Life isn't always a straight road. Sometimes it's the winding roads that lead to the most beautiful views.
Very cool! I admire LAV. Great man and very knowledgeable. His firearm videos are some of the best quality on TH-cam.
You’re looking great brother! True American badass.
Love this I’ve never really got to see the man behind the cloth before. This is great! Thanks for sharing!
So what you’re saying is.. you didn’t want to be involved in Central America helping the cia and fbi take over drug cartels and resell those seized drugs for funding black ops... many won’t understand this but anyone who was wearing a beret in the 80’s knows what I’m talking about
Guy is a BEAST!!!
I hope 1 day or 2 I can take a class from Larry im working on it almost there. Great interview.
THANK YOU LARRY
Thanks fellow Lefty...and all your experience in what you do and have done...
It was about time
Great story. Glad for his success.
My man..LV.. hats off Chief.
Friends killed in training 🤯 thank you Mr. Vickers you make great firearms products Vickers Tactical 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Is the most important video that i have seen in my life, it makes me change my point of view of my future
Thanks for your story & your contributions to our country Sir!🇺🇸 I wonder if you know my good friend R. Franklin ? He was the 4th man to make it through Delta selection?
LAV,
Thank you for being such a great human being.
Good on you Larry. We took different paths but shared some of the same dirt. In SOF, you have to be entrepreneurial, so working for ourselves becomes second nature.
Wise words. Wish I would have had someone in my life to explain some of the stuff he said when I was younger.
I fully understand the small window analogy... by the time I realized where I needed to be during my Air Force career, there was no door. However, I did get two and a half years as a documentary (combat photo) videographer. I think Larry is one great American and warrior.
God bless you Larry
What a fucking legend this guy is!!! Great 👍 video man.
Excellent
Man can build a 1911 as well as Wilson Combat and he’s just one guy!! Wilson is about the best “production 1911” you can own and a Vickers anything is top notch! Good dude..
I’ve learned much from your books and videos. Thank you.
Maximum respect for LAV. All The Way, bro.
My uncle fought in WWII as well. Respect to your father.
Great story! LAV is the man... nothing but respect for him and his work. Thank you for your service and everything else you do for the 2nd amendment! ✌️
Good stuff Brother, if you Love what you do it’s not a Job, it’s a Hobby you Love with a Pay Check. Keep on Keeping On.
Great interview. It ŕeinforces my will to open my own school. Thank you. I wish you the best
Great interview! Thanks!
Enjoyed listening. I appreciate your service.
He is incredible and a true hero.
Well done...
Thank you.
Thank you for your service
You inspire me to do things now while Im young, thanks larry
Whoever you are please take heed of that message from Larry. I missed it and before I knew it I was too old to do anything about it.
Larry is a legend.
Larry was raised by the greatest generation. Awesome American
Sorry I never commented man I'm fucking up to my neck in shit and I never knew what to say with the hidden message looming... thank you for showing me some radical things and thank you for serving.
I enjoyed learning about your story Larry.
Larry is such a humble down to earth man.
A true American badass,but in no way does he come off as a cocky asshole.
I feel honored to have met him and taken a class with him.
This is what a first class American, a patriot looks like, or even more accurate... a humble badass! They don't make men like Larry in large quantities and I hold him , those like him, all the men and women who served in the highest of regards! I thank God for America and all those who pledge to fight tirelessly for her and all of us! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Awesome video!
Great to hear Youngstown ohio my family goes back generations there all with military and police backgrounds.
Really cool to see this thank you Larry for your service and sacrifices.
Looking lean and mean Vick, keep on trucking brother.
You the man LAV!!!
Very interesting video.
In the special forces by 18..... SHIT ME. Thank you for this video.
Great interview .
A real warrior
Living Legend Looking Good
Good to hear him breakdown this “SF Baby” experience, what I think the 18 X-ray current do.
It also good he took time to learn himself and know that the GB mission set wasn’t what he wanted to spend the rest of his military career doing.
Would like to see Jamesons Travels “Marine Reacts” reaction video to this.
Nice interview LAV!
Extremely interesting and enlightening.
wow, this is wonderful. thanks