This quote needs to be a bumper sticker asap "If an AR-15 is so intimidating that the media, an entire political party, and two sitting presidents have wanted to ban it. Then it might be intimidating enough that any violent intruder upon seeing it, would run away, and not force me to end their life." -Mossad Ayoob
“Mossad” is an Israeli Intelligence Instructor; a MASSAD is a WC intelligence instructor. A “66” is The Gematria Summoning spell to summon me; I Am the Bain of the Demonrat party as I am regularly summoned into secret society “CQE”. (CLose quarters EATING) of corrupt cho mo politicians!! HOOOWWOOOOO
As a 34 year honorably retired LEO, this without a doubt is the most brilliantly articulated thesis for home protection with the AR 15. Well done, sir!
Mark 007, I'm an Honorably Discharged veteran who served my time in the military and then continued serving with another government agency and I'm with you. I appreciate Mr. Ayoob's clear and definitive information.
I grew up watching Beverly Hills Cop and they reference Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid and so I saw that in my youth too and a whole ton of other movies and it's always been an obvious 'never too much ammo' mentality (if you have too much, you can put it down!)
@@JohnLloydScharf that's like saying "how many car accidents have you been in?" when someone says it's better to have more airbags in your car than fewer
@@carl6153 😂 good luck. I'm a little further along (and probably older). When I buy new guns now they just blend in with the rest, so I don't get in trouble anymore 😂
I used a shotgun the very first time I had to defend me and my mother from 4 ex-cons who tried to do a home invasion. In retrospect, I’d use an AR instead of a shotgun for multiple threats. Faster follow up shots and more ammo capacity. I would never comply with any magazine limit. In places like L.A. County criminals are literally favored and considered victims of society. I saw a video several years ago where popular calibers and guns were tested inside an empty home. The AR’s .223 penetrated the least, even less than a 9mm.
I have a VR-80 with magazines that hold 5, 9 or 19 rounds. I keep it loaded in my safe with the 5 round magazine because the 9 and especially the 19 round magazine are pretty long. I definitely want to add an AR-15 for home defense on the point that the ladies in my home are intimidated by the VR-80.
@@ghostwrench2292 I broke in my VR80 really nice. You have to break them in. I have 5 and 9 round mags. Also have the 25 rd drum. I definitely wouldn't trust the drum in life or death situation. 5 and 9 round mags run nice.
Don't you know "Facts" are racist and contribute significantly to the misogyny plaguing society today. Don't get me started on the Climate Catastrophe..
@@alvaroquiroz3313 I think you missed the point. OUR President Trump was NEVER a politician until he won the presidency, against all odds I might add. I’m talking about the ones that have been fleecing us since before I (and most likely you) were born, like the old doddering fool in there now. Stop drinking all that kool aid, son.
Holy crap that was the best explanation I've ever heard for the question how can you justify wanting an AR15 for home defense... I'm going to remember that one. Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!
For those who are concerned about possession of an AR platform may want to consider the Ruger Mini-14 as an alternative rifle. Same caliber, and with a light stock can be as maneuverable as an AR-15 platform.
This man is a peace officer, to his core. I imagine there are many LEOs who are eternally grateful to have served with him, and under his command. It was very satisfying to view such an eloquent delivery, on the reasons that support the ownership of a firearm, that achieved it's objective with no raised voice, and no vulgar language.
Of course he makes sense, and it is not only one party that wants our ARs, AKs and Semi-Auto Pistols. Mas does seem too good to be "in the Swamp," but wouldn't be bad to have him keep "on topic" those Congress People still "for Our Individual Freedoms and the Right to own/carry/use anything we deem necessary, without infringement..." on track!
Mr. Ayoob, I started reading your articles in 1979 after I (and 3 friends) were shot. Although I was reprimanded for using one of your techniques during police training on the firing range, I took the path of least resistance and wrote an, "I was wrong and I will practice safety on the range henceforth" apology. I am absolutely sure you gave me the correct information and I will stand by it. P.S. The same person that wrote me up, condemned me for carrying a Colt 1911 cocked and locked. Thank you, again for your help. And I digress.
Agreed. Excellent presentation. I will prefer to use an AR with a shorter barrel. The AR pistol will be my choice, it’s easier to maneuver inside a residence. 👍
11.5" mid length and 10.5" loaded with 55gr Speer gold dot and set up with identical controls are mine and my wife's home defense weapons. We have an 18" 12 gauge 7 shot semi auto loaded with Federal 34 pellet No.4 buckshot 2 3/4" magnum for barricading in the bedroom. That beast'll put 238 individually lethal projectiles down range in under 2 seconds. Only a minigun throws more lead.
@@kshepard52 the "scope" that Mas had on his carbine is a 1x red dot optics. It has no magnification. This is the optics of choice for close range applications.
@@bradsimpson8724 except that Willeford stored his magazines empty. He had to load the mag before facing the active shooter. As much as I admire his action I believe he could have be at the church faster, thus stopping the mass shooting earlier and potentially saving more lives, had he kept a few mags loaded and ready to go.
As a small framed person with an extraordinarily bad back, I do not have a shotgun, even a .410 shotgun, for all the reasons you mentioned. But I do have a couple of Glock 19s and ready to go AR-15. I feel pretty well supplied.
Yes - keep the threat detection loaded. I had a situation where someone was kicking in my front door, and I had 3 seconds to react to save my ass. The quick access of a ready firearm de-escalated the event.
Proud to say that man is from my home state of New hampshire. I am very thankful for him and everything he's done for the Firearms world. The man that wrote the book on self-defense and usage of lethal force with firearms. Thank you for everything you've done. And continue to do.
Thank you for addressing the over penetration concern. That was what held me back from an AR for self defense and made me a little nervous when I hear that's what others use. Excellent advice.
He is way ahead of his time. I took a course from him and he is the best. Thanks Max for teaching all of us especially 2 physicians from Ocala, Florida. David and and Antonio
Love your videos! When I was a kid, Dad took me out shooting,taught me the rules. Also showed me where the guns were stored,when to use them. And everyone in our family respected it!
We used the old Varmint Grenade bullets in these for the 2002 Olympic Games security operations. Even in heavy crowds. Almost no overpenetration at all during testing, so there was some confidence that they could be used without hurting innocent bystanders.
I've been reading your articles, post internet, since my early 20's. I'm now in my mid 50's, and only just now realized I've been pronouncing your last name wrong. Just glad your still around, and still enjoy listening too your teachings.
7:44 The absolute best answer to that tenacious question. Always enjoy Ayoob's insight and conversation on such a contested issue...defense and use of force. Thanks for all your work!
Just when you think you know a thing or two, a guy like this comes along with his experience, knowledge and wisdom and is absolute gold. Thank you for this presentation Massad Ayoob.
I use the AR because I'm a US Marine and it's the weapon system I'm most experienced and effective with. That's why I need an AR for defense. I use hollow points in my home defense mag.
A few years ago in Texas during the church shooting the one guy came and help save a lot of people with his AR 15 this is a Jim mungai again from Kennerdell Pennsylvania
Man I've always been afraid that my hearing would never come back, but the threat of multiple invaders has me reconsidering. Better off deaf than dead I suppose.
As a dyed in the wool "shotgun for home defense" guy, that was the best explanation I have ever heard for having an AR as your primary home defense weapon. Now, I have to justify my empty wallet to my wife.
I can tell you now, if you want an AR for home defense, get something like the S&W M&P-15. I have one and let me tell you, it’s a flarking blast to shoot and it’s my fun time “Pom Pom” gun. And at $650-$700, if god forbid you have to use it to defend your property, it’s a lot easier to swallow when you have to loose it to the police evidence locker!…,Not to mention easier to replace too. Now, at around the same time as you made that comment, I done gone and got a Daniel Defense MK12….It’s of much higher quality, more range, far easier to shoot and will last an entire lifetime AR…But when it comes to home defense…I’m grabbing my M&P cause…Let’s put it this way, my “Sexy Expensive Bit*h” set me back 2.2K already and I’m not gonna loose that expensive fine piece of machinery to the police. Besides, most home defense happen in less than 30 yards, where the “12’s” 400 yard effective range is basically redundant! Yeah, go for the M&P-15. At $650, it’s a lot easier to convince good ol’ SWMBO too!….Rathet than the 2.2K MK12!
Buy a stripped lower receiver, and a "complete" kit from Model 1 sales, and build your own! The basic kits start around $530. Lowers vary, depending on your location. I've built several of these kits, and never had a bad one!
@@blakeumthun8128 Well this is an old comment and you probably already got your setup but I would avoid Model 1 Sales. They were good when no one else was around but their builds are not the best quality (I'm actually surprised they are still in business). PSA, BCA, or Combat Armory are pretty much the go to options. The latter two are the cheapest because they are manufacturers who make the parts other companies use. If you do already have an AR, use a ballistic tip 55grn bullet, such as V-MAX. Reason for that is that they have thinner jackets and faster expansion so they will break apart more readily if it its your dry wall or fence which reduces the issue of collateral. Even if you hit your target, even handgun calibers will often sail straight through the individual and not be stopped unless it hits bone, so "over penetration" while not a huge concern (as shooting at a slight angle up simply by crouching or kneeling mostly eliminates the risk) can be easily be almost completely negated with 5.56 and proper ammo. There is a website called "how I did it" which has a writeup which revealed this capability a decade ago.
This is a good video for sure . Thanks Massad !! I have a big concern for those " no knock warrants ". In the rare instance the cops are at " the wrong house " things could get ugly real fast . Cops have in the past in my city block went to the wrong house , twice . These were not " no knock warrants " but it could happen . I think " no knock warrants " should be illegal . This is just my humble opinion .
Agreed! NO KNOCK warrants are extremely dangerous especially at 0 ' dark: 30! I understand the idea to prevent evidence from being destroyed or catching a dangerous guy unaware. But what happens if the police have the wrong house? Citizens have been killed and police have been killed by citizens.
It does not matter which weapon you use, In all cases the cops will not like you having a weapon pointed at them or you shooting at them, regardless of weapon you are likely to be shot or wind up in jail.
Thanks Massad. All the best instructors in gunnery and related topics always say to hear and abide by every word you say. I do my best to do that and recommend it to all I know in this discipline. You have certainly saved no telling how many people no telling how much trouble as well as saved countless lives.
A lot of very good points to embrace the AR for home defense. I have one but mainly rely on my pump-action 20 GA, but in a SHTF scenario so glad I have options.
These videos are fun to watch (I do not own firearms) I’m alwase curious about these guns, I do not want to own one and I don’t wanna learn, BUT this is America and you should have the right to have one , and take to gun range, hunt , etc
Thank you as always Mass for your time spent educating and keeping us safe. Your expert knowledge and experience along with your professionalism is time well spent watching every video you share with us. The content is always "On Target". Thanks to Wilson Combat for their contributions to all of us as well.
As a uk resident this video is wholly academic but l found it extremely useful not only in a ‘walkaround’ of the weapon, but why it is such an important line for gun owners that must not be crossed by government policies. The calm and authoritative voice of the demonstrator was also very good to listen to. All the best from the 🇬🇧✊🇺🇸
Excellent video. I never owned an AR either until my buddy introduced me to them. Now I have two. They are an amazing system. I generally keep a loaded pistol on me all the time because I live on a farm and I have four legged critters I have to keep watch for to protect my livestock, But obviously will work on two legged critters too.
Great informative. I was looking at AR shotguns for home and AR-15 for land and longer range. This has given me something to think about. Maybe just AR-15s over AR shotgun.
We are pleased to see and hear a gun expert in the industry support one of the best home defense weapons, if not the best, support and defend the use of the AR-15 as part of the home defense system as appropriate.
The media once asked Polk County Sherrif Judd why they unloaded 87 rounds into the criminal who had shot at the police... and the Sherrif said; "because at that moment it was all the ammo we had!"
Agreed, but it will still be loud as hell when the first shot is fired inside your house. Not necessarily a bad thing; neighbors will wake up, someone will call 911 (you should have already, but I digress), and if the dumbass who broke into your house has a buddy they will probably 💩 their pants and run.
Great presentation as always from Mr. Ayoob. I've always gotten annoyed whenever anyone raises the "Do you need that many rounds..."issue when it comes to self-defense. I don't know about anyone else, but if I'm in a life/death scenario I want every available force multiplier available to ensure my survival and end the threat. If it's more rounds, more weapons, more defensive positions, etc....you name it, I want them all and my adversary to have none. Just my $0.02...
Born and raised in a military family so I’ve understood , respected , and owned firearms of sizes and calibers since a very young age . I don’t know in all my years of being heavily involved with shooting and hunting that I’ve ever heard someone be able to so clearly and intelligently articulate these topics!!! Thank you all for taking the time to hopefully change a few people’s minds on their stance for owning and using firearms!!!! Love this channel
I was expecting a long winded video since anything over 2-3 minutes usually is, BUT INSTEAD, this is hands down the best video on home defense out there. I commend you, sir, for your thoroughness/articulation and honest unbiased instruction. As a retired LEO Supervisor you have served the home owner with more VALUABLE information than the majority of videos combined. Thank you and I am grateful to have stumbled across this. P.S. thank you for mentioning the scenarios of 3 am knock possibly being law enforcement following up. The scariest experience is perceiving the armed LAWFUL citizen as a threat. It is the worse case scenario for both parties and traumatizing afterwards. God bless and stay safe.
The only retort that I have is that firing a 223/5.56 round inside without hearing protection is going to be extremely painful and probably blow your eardrums. Adding a suppressor to a 223/5.56 won't help too much, so considering a subsonic round like the 300 blackout paired with a suppressor is IMO an option that is worth considering.
There are so many great points in this video. I loved the part where you said that criminals don't care about magazine capacity and it's better to be ready than not. I prefer to fight a law that restricts my right to carry higher capacity magazines than let a loved one grieve because I can only carry 10 rounds in a rifle or handgun.
Never underestimate the value of a good home security system being part of your defence. Your fancy rifle is no good if you're fast asleep and awake to a gun being held to your head.
Exactly, we'll said. Due to recent incidents, some of us gun folk have been getting wrapped around the axle about no-knock warrants, and how they should be eliminated. But, I'm more concerned with anyone...ANYONE, who doesn't live in my house, being able to gain forced entry...before I can react appropriately. That is totally unacceptable. In the most recent no-knock case I've seen, the LEOs had somehow obtained a key, and entered after simply unlocking the front door. No second lock, no deadbolt, not even a slider-chain. Within seconds, the guy who had been allegedly sleeping on the couch was shot dead (yes, he had a gun, but that's beside the point). In the Jayme Closs kidnapping case, the killer got into the family's home very easily, to say the least. In both cases, the home security was sorely lacking. To your point, my point is this...let's be honest, from a homeowner's perspective...is there really a difference between a chaotic home invasion, and a no-knock warrant being served at the wrong address? Wow, that went waaaay longer than I thought it would...a thousand apologies.
@@bassblaster162 Agreed. Not staking out a house and serving the warrant on the road is just plain laziness. Not even mentioning not getting the right house some of the time. No knock warrants are a huge danger to the public
Yeah get a dog if you're worried about someone getting into your bedroom while you sleep. Your phone beeping isn't going to wake you if you're really tired. A dog barking will wake you
@@felsinferguson1125 The American Way! Having thwarted an attempted home invasion of 8-10 thugs, I recommend everyone think about that many potentially being through your door and on you in your home in 5-20 seconds. I'd installed a steel door with 3.5" stainless screws and oversized lock strike plates. Without that, they'd have been in. I was on the other side with a .357 Mag... but only 5 rounds, never expecting that many at once. It's police documented with other witnesses, they were randomly hitting dark homes. My house doesn't stand-out... no gun stickers, etc.
@@TomRolfson That sounds like an interesting tale! My personal best is four local teen punks. Weapon at hand for me was a crappy brush camo painted 22" Savage 12 gauge pump hunting gun. One of those cases where that racking of the pump ABSOLUTELY worked to end a home invasion without a single shot fired.
Note: The telescopic stock is not allowed in NJ also. My son in law purchased one because he liked mine when he was visiting me in Pennsylvania. When he made his purchase in NJ (his home state) the gun shop had him shoulder the rifle and then placed a nonremovable pin to disallow adjustment. They told him that if the police check your rifle and the pin is removed, he would be in "big" legal trouble.
In my opinion, a 9mm PCC is one of the best home defense weapons: Low recoil, instinctive shooting and the muzzle blast pressure is significantly lower which is a little easier on the ears. Love you guys!
Do you think there's a huge difference in 9mm vs 5.56mm sound indoors? Because the difference isn't that big, just google a decibel chart. I've shot 5.56mm indoors before and although it's unpleasant, I could definitely still hear afterwards. Guess your experience is different.
@@M2fiftycal Your points are valid. I've never shot either indoors. Having shot both outdoors, I do find it hard to believe that the difference in muzzle pressure and blast would not more greatly effect hearing. I may be incorrect.
Who the hell cares about ear shock during a home defense situation? It may happen once in your life, if that. A handgun is fine for close-up shooting but quickly loses accuracy after 8 yards. A tactical shotgun with lower recoil is good for 25 yards or more.
Great video! The only thing I disagree with, and it’s not a big deal, is the wml on the rifle using it to scan the house. If you have a decent light, you can keep the rifle at a low ready with the light at the ground and still have more than enough light to see straight ahead inside a home without worrying about flagging the wrong person. I personally use the olight Odin with the pressure pad. It has 2000 linens at I think 19k candela but also a good peripheral light outside the hotspot.
I read a book by Ayoob about gunfights, mainly with cops, but also with a pizza delivery driver back in the '90s. It was the best book on defense I've ever read; unfortunately I cannot recall the title. Ayoob broke down the gunfights from all sides (including the FBI Miami fiasco) and why extra ammo and a secondary gun are so important. One thing that stands out is how many people in a gunfight were shot in their firing hand/arm as in the Rittenhouse case and why.
SPOT ON!!! This is why I have my AR15 accessible for everyone in the house that is authorized to use it. Now to get my wife out to the range and get familiar with my zero. I actually have .223 soft lead tip rounds, and in a 40 round magazine, I am definitely set up for multiple home invaders. I like to throw out with the use of a doorbell camera and replacing the two 1/2 in screws in my deadbolt flash with 3 in screws act as a deterrent and with layers of deterrents like that leaves less doubt that the people invading really want to get into my home to do harm.
Being recently inducted in the world of America’s Rifle (AR), I stumbled upon the realization that our liberties are in threat as time passes so I did what I thought was reasonable. I built ARs for each member of my family, a legacy given to my children before they try to further restrict or outright ban these weapons. Fortunately, prices are approachable in this day and age, my preference has been PSA, got one MOE upper in almost every color for my kids to pick up and train with for self defense. Heck, we only need a 25 meter carbine for self defense the way I see it. Stay safe and vigilant.
This quote needs to be a bumper sticker asap
"If an AR-15 is so intimidating that the media, an entire political party, and two sitting presidents have wanted to ban it. Then it might be intimidating enough that any violent intruder upon seeing it, would run away, and not force me to end their life."
-Mossad Ayoob
Might need to shorten it, unless you what to wrap your car
@@JoshBenware "molon labe"?
Or maybe a t-shirt
Yup. Love that line.
“Mossad” is an Israeli Intelligence Instructor; a MASSAD is a WC intelligence instructor. A “66” is The Gematria Summoning spell to summon me; I Am the Bain of the Demonrat party as I am regularly summoned into secret society “CQE”. (CLose quarters EATING) of corrupt cho mo politicians!! HOOOWWOOOOO
As a 34 year honorably retired LEO, this without a doubt is the most brilliantly articulated thesis for home protection with the AR 15. Well done, sir!
For sure... good to have a gay man like this in the youtube space.
Mark 007, I'm an Honorably Discharged veteran who served my time in the military and then continued serving with another government agency and I'm with you. I appreciate Mr. Ayoob's clear and definitive information.
@@kiasax2 We need more gay men like him serving the public good.
You lost me at LEO 🖕👮♂️
@@mrfarts5176 go practice falling down.
No one in a gun fight ever said he had too much ammo at hand.
I grew up watching Beverly Hills Cop and they reference Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid and so I saw that in my youth too and a whole ton of other movies and it's always been an obvious 'never too much ammo' mentality (if you have too much, you can put it down!)
So, how many gun fights have you been in?
@@JohnLloydScharf Nice straw man Elmer.
@@JohnLloydScharf that's like saying "how many car accidents have you been in?" when someone says it's better to have more airbags in your car than fewer
Unless you are a Marine in Afghanistan tasked with humping 2,000 rounds up a mountain
All my life I've never liked or been a fan of AR15's ....until I bought one. Now I have two. And I absolutely love them.
That's how I started. They just start to magically multiply. They're just easy to build, maintain, and utilize effectively.
Laugh laugh etc.
Yes I have to get my wife to shoot mine so I can get a few more 😂😂😂😂😂
@@carl6153 😂 good luck. I'm a little further along (and probably older). When I buy new guns now they just blend in with the rest, so I don't get in trouble anymore 😂
just two? 😏
Thank you for sending us Massad Ayoob. The man who wrote the book on the proper use of deadly force.
only when you are armed
what happens if he has no gun?
does he say RUN!
Literally, he wrote the books....
A few of them, I believe...
I read it more then once great book
Great read!!!!!!
I used a shotgun the very first time I had to defend me and my mother from 4 ex-cons who tried to do a home invasion. In retrospect, I’d use an AR instead of a shotgun for multiple threats. Faster follow up shots and more ammo capacity. I would never comply with any magazine limit. In places like L.A. County criminals are literally favored and considered victims of society. I saw a video several years ago where popular calibers and guns were tested inside an empty home. The AR’s .223 penetrated the least, even less than a 9mm.
I have a VR-80 with magazines that hold 5, 9 or 19 rounds. I keep it loaded in my safe with the 5 round magazine because the 9 and especially the 19 round magazine are pretty long. I definitely want to add an AR-15 for home defense on the point that the ladies in my home are intimidated by the VR-80.
How many rounds did you fire?
I solved that problem by buying mag fed shotguns that hold 15 rounds or more.
Thanks for the tip.
@@ghostwrench2292 I broke in my VR80 really nice. You have to break them in. I have 5 and 9 round mags. Also have the 25 rd drum. I definitely wouldn't trust the drum in life or death situation. 5 and 9 round mags run nice.
Thanks to Massad Ayoob and Bill Wilson for teaching and sponsoring valuable family protection advice.
Our pleasure!
Mr. Ayoob, thank you for giving people consistently clear and understandable advice on firearms and their use.
Can you imagine this kind of logic, knowledge, and wisdom in our government? Maybe we wouldn't be in such dire straits if we were so fortunate.
Can’t imagine that…too much history…
Don't you know "Facts" are racist and contribute significantly to the misogyny plaguing society today. Don't get me started on the Climate Catastrophe..
Back in the day, yes. But we have super grifters now, used car salesman on steroids. Greed, or power hunger drives our politicians these days.
@rawheadrex1972
You should put your comment up on tRumps Wikipedia page.
@@alvaroquiroz3313 I think you missed the point. OUR President Trump was NEVER a politician until he won the presidency, against all odds I might add. I’m talking about the ones that have been fleecing us since before I (and most likely you) were born, like the old doddering fool in there now. Stop drinking all that kool aid, son.
Holy crap that was the best explanation I've ever heard for the question how can you justify wanting an AR15 for home defense... I'm going to remember that one. Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!
You should never have to explain, its your personal choice. Carry on my friend 😃.
I think tacticool people need to hear what he said about searching with a weapon mounted light.
For those who are concerned about possession of an AR platform may want to consider the Ruger Mini-14 as an alternative rifle. Same caliber, and with a light stock can be as maneuverable as an AR-15 platform.
Best to outgun criminals, than be on even terms.
LOL, you consider crap holy???
This man is a peace officer, to his core. I imagine there are many LEOs who are eternally grateful to have served with him, and under his command.
It was very satisfying to view such an eloquent delivery, on the reasons that support the ownership of a firearm, that achieved it's objective with no raised voice, and no vulgar language.
Well, there he goes making sense again. We can't have that in the halls of Congress....
Right! It can deem you a "domestic threat".
He isn't in Congress!
Sorry, couldn't help it...
He is to good for those swamprats
Of course he makes sense, and it is not only one party that wants our ARs, AKs and Semi-Auto Pistols. Mas does seem too good to be "in the Swamp," but wouldn't be bad to have him keep "on topic" those Congress People still "for Our Individual Freedoms and the Right to own/carry/use anything we deem necessary, without infringement..." on track!
this has to be one of the TOP 5 videos on home defense i ever seen in 30 years, this dude has seen many things in his life and knows how to do it
Mr. Ayoob, I started reading your articles in 1979 after I (and 3 friends) were shot. Although I was reprimanded for using one of your techniques during police training on the firing range, I took the path of least resistance and wrote an, "I was wrong and I will practice safety on the range henceforth" apology. I am absolutely sure you gave me the correct information and I will stand by it.
P.S. The same person that wrote me up, condemned me for carrying a Colt 1911 cocked and locked. Thank you, again for your help.
And I digress.
Can you share what that technique was?
A 1911 is designed to be carried that way. Wow...
What was your issue weapon?
Lawyers and their lawsuits ruin everything eventually.
Thank you Mas. Please tell that to the 9th Circuit of Appeals in CA.
I came to the comments section to write exactly the same message . Well done.
@@CTINF
Agreed. Excellent presentation. I will prefer to use an AR with a shorter barrel. The AR pistol will be my choice, it’s easier to maneuver inside a residence. 👍
That is a good thought, thanks for your input Pistolas Fritas!
Same here, 10.5 for me, with a featureless buffer tube and a cheek weld(avoids any issues with the ATF 😏).
11.5" mid length and 10.5" loaded with 55gr Speer gold dot and set up with identical controls are mine and my wife's home defense weapons. We have an 18" 12 gauge 7 shot semi auto loaded with Federal 34 pellet No.4 buckshot 2 3/4" magnum for barricading in the bedroom. That beast'll put 238 individually lethal projectiles down range in under 2 seconds. Only a minigun throws more lead.
A 10.5 inch 300AAC Blackout loaded with Barnes' 110 grain TAC-TX is a good home defense set-up!
So you wander your home in the dark at port arms? Short barrel, neutered cartridge, just get a handgun.
Man we are lucky to have Massad Ayoob. Calm , educational advice that is impossible to argue.
The guy in Oklahoma who stopped the three home intruders used an AR.
It was also the rifle of choice for Stephen Willeford when he rushed out of his house to engage the Sutherland Springs church murderer.
So... he was spotting them through his scope? He must have had a real big house.
@@kshepard52 not every optic has magnification
@@kshepard52 the "scope" that Mas had on his carbine is a 1x red dot optics. It has no magnification. This is the optics of choice for close range applications.
@@bradsimpson8724 except that Willeford stored his magazines empty. He had to load the mag before facing the active shooter. As much as I admire his action I believe he could have be at the church faster, thus stopping the mass shooting earlier and potentially saving more lives, had he kept a few mags loaded and ready to go.
As a small framed person with an extraordinarily bad back, I do not have a shotgun, even a .410 shotgun, for all the reasons you mentioned. But I do have a couple of Glock 19s and ready to go AR-15. I feel pretty well supplied.
Yes - keep the threat detection loaded. I had a situation where someone was kicking in my front door, and I had 3 seconds to react to save my ass. The quick access of a ready firearm de-escalated the event.
I love Massad's teaching. This man is a world of self defense and gun knowledge
Proud to say that man is from my home state of New hampshire. I am very thankful for him and everything he's done for the Firearms world. The man that wrote the book on self-defense and usage of lethal force with firearms. Thank you for everything you've done. And continue to do.
How do LE get this subject so wrong so often when they are training constantly, allegedly?
How do LE get this subject so wrong so often when they are training constantly, allegedly?
@@lynnkramer1211 What do they get wrong?
@@lynnkramer1211 A lot of cops are antigun.
Why does your state continually vote for democrats? Dafuq is up with that?
Thank you for addressing the over penetration concern. That was what held me back from an AR for self defense and made me a little nervous when I hear that's what others use. Excellent advice.
Very good point for owning a AR15.
He is way ahead of his time. I took a course from him and he is the best. Thanks Max for teaching all of us especially 2 physicians from Ocala, Florida. David and and Antonio
His name is Massad you dingus.
Love your videos! When I was a kid, Dad took me out shooting,taught me the rules. Also showed me where the guns were stored,when to use them. And everyone in our family respected it!
We used the old Varmint Grenade bullets in these for the 2002 Olympic Games security operations. Even in heavy crowds. Almost no overpenetration at all during testing, so there was some confidence that they could be used without hurting innocent bystanders.
Mas always has stellar advice.
I've been reading your articles, post internet, since my early 20's. I'm now in my mid 50's, and only just now realized I've been pronouncing your last name wrong. Just glad your still around, and still enjoy listening too your teachings.
7:44 The absolute best answer to that tenacious question. Always enjoy Ayoob's insight and conversation on such a contested issue...defense and use of force. Thanks for all your work!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just when you think you know a thing or two, a guy like this comes along with his experience, knowledge and wisdom and is absolute gold. Thank you for this presentation Massad Ayoob.
I'm convinced Massad is a national treasure, I pray he can keep spreading this valuable information for years to come.
That explanation at the 7:45 mark is worth watching alone!
When Massad speaks. we listen!
I use the AR because I'm a US Marine and it's the weapon system I'm most experienced and effective with. That's why I need an AR for defense. I use hollow points in my home defense mag.
With the hollow points, criminal scumbag will need nothing more than a body bag!!!!
I thought Marines used M16/M4 rifles not AR variants. Did that change recently.
@@dangerdoberman huh? No the fuck it isn't?
That you Sir!🙏🏿🇺🇸
A few years ago in Texas during the church shooting the one guy came and help save a lot of people with his AR 15 this is a Jim mungai again from Kennerdell Pennsylvania
Man is a legend
Man I've always been afraid that my hearing would never come back, but the threat of multiple invaders has me reconsidering. Better off deaf than dead I suppose.
Yup. You can always start the clock on a suppressor and in the meantime keep some electronic earmuffs handy and hope you have time to put them on.
@PUTRID HEAD Ehh... You aver shot an AR inside without ear pro???
@PUTRID HEAD i
As a dyed in the wool "shotgun for home defense" guy, that was the best explanation I have ever heard for having an AR as your primary home defense weapon. Now, I have to justify my empty wallet to my wife.
I can tell you now, if you want an AR for home defense, get something like the S&W M&P-15. I have one and let me tell you, it’s a flarking blast to shoot and it’s my fun time “Pom Pom” gun. And at $650-$700, if god forbid you have to use it to defend your property, it’s a lot easier to swallow when you have to loose it to the police evidence locker!…,Not to mention easier to replace too. Now, at around the same time as you made that comment, I done gone and got a Daniel Defense MK12….It’s of much higher quality, more range, far easier to shoot and will last an entire lifetime AR…But when it comes to home defense…I’m grabbing my M&P cause…Let’s put it this way, my “Sexy Expensive Bit*h” set me back 2.2K already and I’m not gonna loose that expensive fine piece of machinery to the police. Besides, most home defense happen in less than 30 yards, where the “12’s” 400 yard effective range is basically redundant! Yeah, go for the M&P-15. At $650, it’s a lot easier to convince good ol’ SWMBO too!….Rathet than the 2.2K MK12!
Buy a stripped lower receiver, and a "complete" kit from Model 1 sales, and build your own!
The basic kits start around $530. Lowers vary, depending on your location.
I've built several of these kits, and never had a bad one!
@@smc1942 Not knowing the 1st thing about AR's, let alone how to build one, it's probably above my skill level. But that's a good idea!
@@blakeumthun8128 Well this is an old comment and you probably already got your setup but I would avoid Model 1 Sales. They were good when no one else was around but their builds are not the best quality (I'm actually surprised they are still in business). PSA, BCA, or Combat Armory are pretty much the go to options. The latter two are the cheapest because they are manufacturers who make the parts other companies use.
If you do already have an AR, use a ballistic tip 55grn bullet, such as V-MAX. Reason for that is that they have thinner jackets and faster expansion so they will break apart more readily if it its your dry wall or fence which reduces the issue of collateral. Even if you hit your target, even handgun calibers will often sail straight through the individual and not be stopped unless it hits bone, so "over penetration" while not a huge concern (as shooting at a slight angle up simply by crouching or kneeling mostly eliminates the risk) can be easily be almost completely negated with 5.56 and proper ammo. There is a website called "how I did it" which has a writeup which revealed this capability a decade ago.
Love Massad
Thank you, Mas. I keep my HD AR loaded with 45 grain JHP to minimize over penetration. I am glad to hear your confirmation on this choice of ammo.
"We would probably have solved our anti personel needs for the moment." Most eloquent statement about the subject I've heard yet. Bravo.
This is a good video for sure .
Thanks Massad !!
I have a big concern for those " no knock warrants ". In the rare instance the cops are at " the wrong house " things could get ugly real fast . Cops have in the past in my city block went to the wrong house , twice . These were not " no knock warrants " but it could happen . I think " no knock warrants " should be illegal . This is just my humble opinion .
Agreed! NO KNOCK warrants are extremely dangerous especially at 0 ' dark: 30!
I understand the idea to prevent evidence from being destroyed or catching a dangerous guy unaware. But what happens if the police have the wrong house? Citizens have been killed and police have been killed by citizens.
It does not matter which weapon you use, In all cases the cops will not like you having a weapon pointed at them or you shooting at them, regardless of weapon you are likely to be shot or wind up in jail.
Thank Sir. I have read and watched, read and listened to your top-notch advice for decades. You know from where you speaketh. God bless.
Excellent
Thanks Massad. All the best instructors in gunnery and related topics always say to hear and abide by every word you say. I do my best to do that and recommend it to all I know in this discipline. You have certainly saved no telling how many people no telling how much trouble as well as saved countless lives.
So glad I stumbled on this channel several months ago. Each video with Mr. Ayoob is like a master class.
Welcome aboard!
A lot of very good points to embrace the AR for home defense. I have one but mainly rely on my pump-action 20 GA, but in a SHTF scenario so glad I have options.
These videos are fun to watch (I do not own firearms)
I’m alwase curious about these guns,
I do not want to own one and I don’t wanna learn,
BUT this is America and you should have the right to have one , and take to gun range, hunt , etc
Truth.
Thank you sir, for so much logic and reason in your presentations, no music, no "fat" just value. Thanks again
Thank you as always Mass for your time spent educating and keeping us safe. Your expert knowledge and experience along with your professionalism is time well spent watching every video you share with us. The content is always "On Target". Thanks to Wilson Combat for their contributions to all of us as well.
As a uk resident this video is wholly academic but l found it extremely useful not only in a ‘walkaround’ of the weapon, but why it is such an important line for gun owners that must not be crossed by government policies.
The calm and authoritative voice of the demonstrator was also very good to listen to.
All the best from the 🇬🇧✊🇺🇸
Thanks!
Excellent video. I never owned an AR either until my buddy introduced me to them. Now I have two. They are an amazing system. I generally keep a loaded pistol on me all the time because I live on a farm and I have four legged critters I have to keep watch for to protect my livestock, But obviously will work on two legged critters too.
Sorry did your psychopath ass just call humans "2 legged critters?" Yea you're fucking psycho.
And don't forget your spare upper chambered in .458 socom if you need more punch. Gotta love the versatility.
I could listen to this man all day and have.
Great informative. I was looking at AR shotguns for home and AR-15 for land and longer range. This has given me something to think about. Maybe just AR-15s over AR shotgun.
Excellent content presented by one of the most reasonable, relevant experts.
We are pleased to see and hear a gun expert in the industry support one of the best home defense weapons, if not the best, support and defend the use of the AR-15 as part of the home defense system as appropriate.
The media once asked Polk County Sherrif Judd why they unloaded 87 rounds into the criminal who had shot at the police... and the Sherrif said; "because at that moment it was all the ammo we had!"
A blast forward device is nice too.
Agreed, but it will still be loud as hell when the first shot is fired inside your house. Not necessarily a bad thing; neighbors will wake up, someone will call 911 (you should have already, but I digress), and if the dumbass who broke into your house has a buddy they will probably 💩 their pants and run.
Great presentation as always from Mr. Ayoob.
I've always gotten annoyed whenever anyone raises the "Do you need that many rounds..."issue when it comes to self-defense. I don't know about anyone else, but if I'm in a life/death scenario I want every available force multiplier available to ensure my survival and end the threat. If it's more rounds, more weapons, more defensive positions, etc....you name it, I want them all and my adversary to have none.
Just my $0.02...
Shooting in dark is a negative multiplier. My .02 = 4🙃 mozart could play piano upside down from floor were sometimes he slept it off.
Born and raised in a military family so I’ve understood , respected , and owned firearms of sizes and calibers since a very young age . I don’t know in all my years of being heavily involved with shooting and hunting that I’ve ever heard someone be able to so clearly and intelligently articulate these topics!!! Thank you all for taking the time to hopefully change a few people’s minds on their stance for owning and using firearms!!!! Love this channel
Not in a million years would I have ever expected to hear you use the word "derpy", but, well, there it was lol.
I was expecting a long winded video since anything over 2-3 minutes usually is, BUT INSTEAD, this is hands down the best video on home defense out there. I commend you, sir, for your thoroughness/articulation and honest unbiased instruction. As a retired LEO Supervisor you have served the home owner with more VALUABLE information than the majority of videos combined. Thank you and I am grateful to have stumbled across this. P.S. thank you for mentioning the scenarios of 3 am knock possibly being law enforcement following up. The scariest experience is perceiving the armed LAWFUL citizen as a threat. It is the worse case scenario for both parties and traumatizing afterwards. God bless and stay safe.
All true
Massad is a fantastic educator and speaker on this topic.
The only retort that I have is that firing a 223/5.56 round inside without hearing protection is going to be extremely painful and probably blow your eardrums. Adding a suppressor to a 223/5.56 won't help too much, so considering a subsonic round like the 300 blackout paired with a suppressor is IMO an option that is worth considering.
Well done, sir. Excellent.
Thank you
Always glad to see Mr.Ayoob.
There are so many great points in this video. I loved the part where you said that criminals don't care about magazine capacity and it's better to be ready than not. I prefer to fight a law that restricts my right to carry higher capacity magazines than let a loved one grieve because I can only carry 10 rounds in a rifle or handgun.
Never underestimate the value of a good home security system being part of your defence. Your fancy rifle is no good if you're fast asleep and awake to a gun being held to your head.
Exactly, we'll said.
Due to recent incidents, some of us gun folk have been getting wrapped around the axle about no-knock warrants, and how they should be eliminated. But, I'm more concerned with anyone...ANYONE, who doesn't live in my house, being able to gain forced entry...before I can react appropriately. That is totally unacceptable.
In the most recent no-knock case I've seen, the LEOs had somehow obtained a key, and entered after simply unlocking the front door. No second lock, no deadbolt, not even a slider-chain. Within seconds, the guy who had been allegedly sleeping on the couch was shot dead (yes, he had a gun, but that's beside the point). In the Jayme Closs kidnapping case, the killer got into the family's home very easily, to say the least. In both cases, the home security was sorely lacking.
To your point, my point is this...let's be honest, from a homeowner's perspective...is there really a difference between a chaotic home invasion, and a no-knock warrant being served at the wrong address?
Wow, that went waaaay longer than I thought it would...a thousand apologies.
@@bassblaster162 Agreed. Not staking out a house and serving the warrant on the road is just plain laziness. Not even mentioning not getting the right house some of the time. No knock warrants are a huge danger to the public
Absolutely. First layer of defense.
Yeah get a dog if you're worried about someone getting into your bedroom while you sleep. Your phone beeping isn't going to wake you if you're really tired. A dog barking will wake you
grow, I think that is understood.
That was the best and most informative explanation of why the AR15 I have ever heard
Great and helpful info, thanks so much
Any time!
Mr. Ayoob, you are a great American 🇺🇸
I agree
I have enjoyed your writeings for 50 years. Thank you. Cor. Jeff is the only other writer I have enjoyed as much.
I love the term "a pool weapon". Most properly equipped American homes are ready for more swimmers!
Let's just say that THIS home is equipped to handle more swimmers than sleepers :) Seems proper enough for me...
@@felsinferguson1125 The American Way! Having thwarted an attempted home invasion of 8-10 thugs, I recommend everyone think about that many potentially being through your door and on you in your home in 5-20 seconds. I'd installed a steel door with 3.5" stainless screws and oversized lock strike plates. Without that, they'd have been in. I was on the other side with a .357 Mag... but only 5 rounds, never expecting that many at once. It's police documented with other witnesses, they were randomly hitting dark homes. My house doesn't stand-out... no gun stickers, etc.
@@TomRolfson That sounds like an interesting tale! My personal best is four local teen punks. Weapon at hand for me was a crappy brush camo painted 22" Savage 12 gauge pump hunting gun. One of those cases where that racking of the pump ABSOLUTELY worked to end a home invasion without a single shot fired.
@@TomRolfson can you refer me to a news article of these 8-10 thugs you are referring too.
@@Valorius you both must have very bad luck or are full of 💩.
Note: The telescopic stock is not allowed in NJ also. My son in law purchased one because he liked mine when he was visiting me in Pennsylvania. When he made his purchase in NJ (his home state) the gun shop had him shoulder the rifle and then placed a nonremovable pin to disallow adjustment. They told him that if the police check your rifle and the pin is removed, he would be in "big" legal trouble.
That thumbs up at the end and the use of “knowledge bombs” is what got me 😂. This dude rocks!
Been following Mas for nearly 30 years. Never disappoints.
Great video Massad ! I thoroughly enjoyed the information!
Regards from Arizona.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Brilliant explanation. Would love to sit on his classes. Thank God for men like you.
In my opinion, a 9mm PCC is one of the best home defense weapons: Low recoil, instinctive shooting and the muzzle blast pressure is significantly lower which is a little easier on the ears. Love you guys!
Do you think there's a huge difference in 9mm vs 5.56mm sound indoors? Because the difference isn't that big, just google a decibel chart. I've shot 5.56mm indoors before and although it's unpleasant, I could definitely still hear afterwards. Guess your experience is different.
Agree, PCC is better for family situations where you at best will be the only one with earpro.
@@M2fiftycal Your points are valid. I've never shot either indoors. Having shot both outdoors, I do find it hard to believe that the difference in muzzle pressure and blast would not more greatly effect hearing. I may be incorrect.
Who the hell cares about ear shock during a home defense situation? It may happen once in your life, if that. A handgun is fine for close-up shooting but quickly loses accuracy after 8 yards. A tactical shotgun with lower recoil is good for 25 yards or more.
@@michaelgranger7113 obviously you don't.
100 percent agree with this approach to home utility weapon.
Keep ‘em coming Mas.
I am currently introducing my wife to the AR15. I just forwarded this video to her, thanks for an excellent presentation.
Amen!!!
Another outstanding explanation of the AR-15 and the logic behind using it.
Great video! The only thing I disagree with, and it’s not a big deal, is the wml on the rifle using it to scan the house. If you have a decent light, you can keep the rifle at a low ready with the light at the ground and still have more than enough light to see straight ahead inside a home without worrying about flagging the wrong person. I personally use the olight Odin with the pressure pad. It has 2000 linens at I think 19k candela but also a good peripheral light outside the hotspot.
An old friend of ours house might be more dangerous walking whith out light than crashing noises are
I read a book by Ayoob about gunfights, mainly with cops, but also with a pizza delivery driver back in the '90s. It was the best book on defense I've ever read; unfortunately I cannot recall the title. Ayoob broke down the gunfights from all sides (including the FBI Miami fiasco) and why extra ammo and a secondary gun are so important. One thing that stands out is how many people in a gunfight were shot in their firing hand/arm as in the Rittenhouse case and why.
Perhaps “in the gravest extreme”.
This video needs 100 million views. These are just some of many reasons the ar 15 needs to be available to the public.
It's refreshing to hear the correct and proper explanations and premises behind the function and psychology of home defense.
Always enjoy, and greatly value, all that Mas offers.
Thank you
Much appreciated!
Love the bit of dry humor thrown in there. Great video
Thanks 👍
SPOT ON!!! This is why I have my AR15 accessible for everyone in the house that is authorized to use it. Now to get my wife out to the range and get familiar with my zero. I actually have .223 soft lead tip rounds, and in a 40 round magazine, I am definitely set up for multiple home invaders. I like to throw out with the use of a doorbell camera and replacing the two 1/2 in screws in my deadbolt flash with 3 in screws act as a deterrent and with layers of deterrents like that leaves less doubt that the people invading really want to get into my home to do harm.
An 11.5" AR pistol is a very adequate tool for home defense. Short, weildy, but VERY loud. Would recommend a wisper pickle for this.
Good stuff.
Thanks for listening
Being recently inducted in the world of America’s Rifle (AR), I stumbled upon the realization that our liberties are in threat as time passes so I did what I thought was reasonable. I built ARs for each member of my family, a legacy given to my children before they try to further restrict or outright ban these weapons. Fortunately, prices are approachable in this day and age, my preference has been PSA, got one MOE upper in almost every color for my kids to pick up and train with for self defense. Heck, we only need a 25 meter carbine for self defense the way I see it. Stay safe and vigilant.
AR stands for armalite rifle
@@LetsgoBrandon2023
I know, I just call it that.
Excellent video. Thank you for the education.
Our pleasure!
The bad guy will always have whatever gun they want. Limiting law-abiding citizens’ ability to defend themselves is simply UNCONSTITUTIONAL.