I'm an instructor in Texas. It is perfectly legal to aim a gun at someone threatening you with a knife. It's also unwise not to. You did what you needed to survive and won. Congrats! Hope you called the police.
@@samuelmorado70 so the police can arrest you for a criminal act? Police are going to itch to pencil someone in on the report, and if the bad guy flees that'll probably be you. Consult with legal counsel about the right actions for your specific circumstance.
@Birdsofparadiselost Can you threaten deadly force even when you can't lawfully use it? Assume they are merely trespassing, and you don't reasonably believe them to be threatening something much worse.) On that, states disagree. The LaFave & Scott Criminal Law treatise tells us that "merely to threaten death or serious bodily harm, without any intention to carry out the threat, is not to use deadly force, so that one may be justified in pointing a gun at his attacker when he would not be justified pulling the trigger." Likewise, Black's Law Dictionary defines "nondeadly force" to include a "threat of deadly force, such as displaying a knife." (See this post on the Siwatu-Salama Ra case from Michigan.) That seems to be the majority view." It goes on and says rarely it goes the other way but the example they give is a guy who got pushed 3 times. That means he had a reasonable way to deescalate. That's far from having a knife up in the air pointed at you and that's the example what we're talking about. I'll be honest your advice sucks imo. Why would you ever tell someone to consult a lawyer on if to point a gun at a person coming at you with a knife? The same person that chased your friend over. You do what obvious to protect yourself and deal with the courts later. In this example the courts heavily lean in your favor and there's camera's.
This is an awesome story man, and you told it well. It shows a handgun is a strong deterrent, and you don’t always need to pull the trigger for it to be effective, yet you had the ability to if it came down to it. It seems you handled it very well, especially for being only 18 at the time.
Exactly. I want to get people away from the mindset of feeling like they always have to shoot. So many crimes are deterred by the mere presentation of the handgun, and we should strive to preserve human life as best we can. Thanks for watching!
So Glad you had the gun within easy reach! Weird guy could have taken your life like you said so easily! Back in the 60s, I was only 12, and my Uncle lived on a farm near Vernon, Texas, and he helped me learn to lead my shots. That was with a rifle. He was an excellent shot. I was one a 22, or a 410 shotgun chasing rabbits to eat for supper. Much later when I became 21 and had moved to California, I bought a Ruger Service-Six in 357. Awesome revolver! Also had to pull it out once against 2 gang members right in front of my house. They were in a car. I was in my yard not far away at all. No one was hurt, but 3 shots were fired straight up in the air from his gun. They left. We called the police and reported them. Nothing more came of it.
l got a Belgian malinois a few years back and he rides along in the back of my Mercedes. Nobody approahes us like this now and l can get out and leave the car running without fear that somebody would be dumb enough to try and open the door and get in.If that happened ole hahn would drag him out before he killed him so as not to get any blood on the seats....
I liked the fact that the gun wasn't produced until the threat was imminent, that shows proper restraint. Do you find that you carry on your person instead of in your vehicle after this incident? Something similar happened to me and I had to change my method of carry.
For an 18 year old man, you handled that situation perfectly! The main thing is to keep every one as calm as possible, you did it. Situational awareness, you was on it! When I was 18, I can honestly say that I wouldn't have performed as well as you did. I had a similar experience happen to me about 15 years ago. I hadn't started carrying then and all I had on me was a buck knife on my waist in a holster. I was pumping gas in my truck when a car pulled up on the other side of the island and asked me for directions. I knew something was wrong because his license plate had the same county as mine. His buddy came out of the passenger side telling me to give up my wallet.. My heart was racing my sight started to form a funnel and all I could see was him reaching in his waist to pull what I assumed was a gun. I pulled my bic lighter out of my coat pocket and pulled the nozzle out of my tank and I threatened them to die a terrible death over 20 bucks, I pointed the hose right at him with lighter in hand and he said you're a crazy mfer and ran for the car and they peeled out. I felt so full of adrenaline that when it was over I felt sick.
Much respect on ya for having the ability to not shoot even when you wouldve been justified after he pulled the knife. I'm a single parent and I cant afford to hesitate and allow myself to be incapacitated or worse. If I'm out for even a minute literally anything could happen to my child.
I appreciate the compassion you showed towards the individual who decided to accost you and your date that night. I see too much macho posturing, bloodlust, and flippant treatment of taking a life in the 2A community. The taking of a life is tragic no matter how justified, and it should be treated with seriousness. Props to you for keeping it real and praying for that individual
@@citizenresponseCompletely agree with him, that was the part that really told me you are an intelligent person and exactly the type of guy that should be carrying.
Wow!! Looking back at my youth, and remembering how being macho and aggressive was my frame of mind. I was stunned at how composed you were in not pulling that trigger in light of the situation you found yourself in. You are 100% correct with regard to divine intervention. When I carry, I pray that the Lord keep me out of situations where I would have to use my shield. I also ask in advance for forgiveness in the event that I would have to deploy that shield to keep safe me or my loved ones. Thank you for sharing your story.
Bro god works in crazy way I was in a similar situation where I was at a function and people started arguing and I went outside to my car “instinctually” once at my car a guy came up and grabbed my shirt and put a gun in my face. He was standing between me and my drivers door with a pistol in my face holding me by my shirt. Once everything went down I was so lucky because I was in my car I had no duty to retreat in my state. Your body knows what to do faster than you are aware of what you did. Shit happens fast. that’s why I always park strategically and leave people alone!
Looks like you did everything right. You and her are still alive. Like someone said in the comments you don't always have to pull the trigger. As a concealed carry person we don't ever want to have to pull that trigger. We will if we are forced into it but we just want to keep ourselves and loved ones safe. Great story a lot of things we can learn from it. You did the right thing. God bless you brother stay safe out there.
So glad no one was hurt, that’s the main thing! Keep training brother! You’re a good man and we need more people like you. Oh and I think Texas is my next home if I ever leave SC! What a cool state!!
You are the type of responsible gun owner that many should try to model. I can't say that I would choose that same actions as you but your attitude and instinct are something that I can respect! Thanks for sharing your story. I'm new to concealed carry and I've been thinking a lot lately how I hope never to have to take a life from this world. Yet, I am willing to protect those from harm.
Thank you for the story. These are the stories you don't hear on the news. Its like someone has to die for it to be important, im glad you didn't have to shoot anyone.
It was coherent enough man. There is nothing to be said against any of your actions besides clapping 👏. Keeping a level head in a very scarry and uncalled for situation. Managing to use the minimum amount of "force"/intimidation to remove the threat...perfect example of self defence! I can only estimate from my experience that 80% of the people, at least, would not have handled it as well as you did. Kudos, and thanks for sharing.
"For some reason they just took off running" They took off because they are cowardly trash who wanted to threaten a nice young couple with death and perhaps more than threaten, and they realized that it wasn't going to be anything near a one sided affair. I admire you for your compassion and empathy. I like to think I have a measure of both as well. I can't say what I'd do in the situation, but my instinct is, once someone decides to put me in fear of my life or that of my loved ones, offswitch as soon as I can hit it. Not to punish, not to be punitive, not to be bloodthirsty, but because I am not going to risk innocent people trying to figure out what some guy is going to decide he wants to do. He created the situation, chips fall. Your situation turned out as well as could have been hoped for, for everyone. Only way it could have been better is if you already had a full tank and kept rolling.
Great job, young man, some people will always armchair quarterback it and say, "well, I woulda done this or that", but, as you learned, until you're actually in the moment you don't know what you'd do. Glad you survived, and I'm glad you're giving God the glory for protecting you! Well done
This is the first video that I've seen from you. Thank you for your strong witness to Christ and for sharing your story. The accuracy with which you were able to retell the story that was 4 years old shows how traumatic these events are. Praise God for keeping y'all safe.
Wow incredible story ! Guns definitely get a bad wrap, so it’s nice to have stories like this, which we know r out there but just never heard, thanks for sharing 👍🏻
Crazy man. When I was 18, I was working at a tire shop. I was the only tech left (9pm ish) and one new guy working inside. I left one door open, just before we closed and bam. 2 guys rush in with pistols and straight to my head it goes. I have carried almost everyday since I turned 21 and got my concealed. I’m 33 now. I got lucky, but if there is a next time, I’m a little more prepared. It changed everything for me so I totally understand. I was a supporter, loved shooting, etc. but it just changed my outlook to be even more of a prepared citizen
Powerful story man! More motivation for myself to not make excuses about not needing my gun on me at certain times because it can really happen anytime anywhere
Incredible brother! That’s a heck of a story. You can call divine intervention (which it definitely is), but I would also say it is equally a young man being prepared and being in control of his own fate to the best of his ability. Good job man. That is awesome that in Texas you can carry a pistol in your truck at 18, I’m sure your story isn’t the only one like it. I’m in Florida and we also have very pro self-defense legislation as well. It really helps when I’m doing late-night service calls at industrial complexes all across Florida, in the worst parts of cities, knowing I have the means to protect those around me. I couldn’t imagine living in place knowing only the lawless have access to firearms. Mind boggling. P.s. Thank god you didn’t have to use your weapon.
Fantastic story and thank you very much for sharing! That situation could have deteriorated very quickly and it's a good thing that both you and your date had at least some sense of situational awareness and she sensed that something wasn't right and alerted you too that possibility. Having good situational awareness and as it's said, having your head on a swivel is so very important. Y'all are very lucky and I am so glad to hear that it turned out ok and this encounter definitely changed your attitude and attention to the investment of training and taking your self defense very serious. Simple tasks like filling your truck with gas or sitting in a drive thru or carwash can be some of the most dangerous and opportune times for car-jacking or robbery to take place and most people are so wrapped up with their phone or their conversation at the time that they don't even see or sense the threat until it's too late. It's so very important to always always stay vigilant and aware of your immediate surroundings and take inventory of who and what are around you and look for escape routes and alternate ways of egress. The most important thing is if something doesn't feel right, just keep going, your gut is usually right. Stay armed, stay safe and thank you again for sharing! God bless!
I too... have had a couple close calls so I was able to walk away thank you for your story...After it was over the adrenaline hit me so hard I couldn’t walk I had to sit down
You did great! Both your gf and the strangers were lucky that it was you running things that day. Your explanation and rational were on point. You're well spoken and level headed! Wishing you the best and thanks for sharing your story!
I'm glad for your and his sake that you didn't have to pull the trigger. It's the best outcome to a potential life altering scenario. It's good you had a weapon to serve as a deterrent. Your attitude is commendable, and a reason for hope in your generation.
glad it came out great for you. when you saw that knife out and up that is a threat to you, trying to deescalate is admirable but like you said that close is an imminent threat of death. you are deffinetly justified no matter what you had chosen, all though you seem to have made the right chose considering no one including the attacker got hurt that day.
Excellent presentation! It was not jumbled or rambling (in response to your ending disclaimer). You are obviously a courageous and quick thinking young man. The fact that you were scared is what any person would be. Even experienced, seasoned combat veterans have that reaction. You saved four (if I kept up) people's lives that day. If you weren't armed, it could have easily gone differently.
Your parents must be awesome role models as proven by your ability to analyze, protect, reason, and belief in God. Unfortunately, being raised in Houston, I've been in similar situations so I am a strong advocate for my family to carry and have frequent training.
Good job, you won this critical incident and didn’t have to kill that bad guy that day. That’s called “WINNING.” But, just so you know…. If someone brandishes a knife at you in a threatening manner, you have the right to point your gun directly back at him. Don’t hide it.
My young brother, you handled that situation Very well for your age! Yes, I know the Lord protected you, but you showed great maturity! Please clarify, was the "homeless" person who first approached you just a bystander, or was he connected with the attacker? Praise God you both were delivered from harm! Blsgs, gg
Glad you came out on top, and only a show of force was necessary! He brought a knife to a gun fight! As far a "comments" from key board warriors on how THEY would've, should've, could've,....I say don't sweat it, you achieved the optimal outcome, no one was hurt or injured, on either team. That is a solid win to me! If/when someone asks me "why do carry/ need a gun" , unless you have been under a rock in 2020, turn on ANY news source ..THAT is enough reason Thank you for sharing, it takes guts to put yourself out there! Please look down at your holster when you are re-holstering, I grit my teeth both times watching you do that! I don't know if your firearm is "hot" for this demonstration, but i refer to "rule #1"
Good job brother on handling your situation. We have such a bad homeless problem in our state. I never leave the house without my firearm. It is sad what this world has turned into with crazy people on drugs running around trying to rob people. The police in our city are very understaffed so too many people get away with bad crimes. I am always on the lookout when it comes to visiting the city to pick up groceries.
I am a left hand amputee. I live in Texas. Went through something similar. I have carried a Kimber Ultra Carry II 45 ACP for over 20 years. I feel comfortable carrying my pistol. It is good to train at the range. Is never the same shooting at a target as having a confrontation with anyone.
First time viewer here. What a fine young man you are and I appreciate how you diffused that situation and protected your date! I will be checking out future videos of yours. Keep Christ first 👍❤️💯🙏
You’re good guy thank god he had your back
"For some reason the guy just took off running"
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@citizenresponse gun beats knife.
@@palerider964not every time, but generally yes
Could it have been the gun? Or that they were batshit crazy? No, it had to have been divine intervention.
I'm an instructor in Texas. It is perfectly legal to aim a gun at someone threatening you with a knife. It's also unwise not to. You did what you needed to survive and won. Congrats! Hope you called the police.
Thanks for the info. Lubbock Texas here.
Yes because your life or someone else’s life is in imminent danger
@@samuelmorado70 so the police can arrest you for a criminal act? Police are going to itch to pencil someone in on the report, and if the bad guy flees that'll probably be you. Consult with legal counsel about the right actions for your specific circumstance.
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@Birdsofparadiselost Can you threaten deadly force even when you can't lawfully use it? Assume they are merely trespassing, and you don't reasonably believe them to be threatening something much worse.) On that, states disagree. The LaFave & Scott Criminal Law treatise tells us that "merely to threaten death or serious bodily harm, without any intention to carry out the threat, is not to use deadly force, so that one may be justified in pointing a gun at his attacker when he would not be justified pulling the trigger." Likewise, Black's Law Dictionary defines "nondeadly force" to include a "threat of deadly force, such as displaying a knife." (See this post on the Siwatu-Salama Ra case from Michigan.) That seems to be the majority view."
It goes on and says rarely it goes the other way but the example they give is a guy who got pushed 3 times. That means he had a reasonable way to deescalate. That's far from having a knife up in the air pointed at you and that's the example what we're talking about. I'll be honest your advice sucks imo. Why would you ever tell someone to consult a lawyer on if to point a gun at a person coming at you with a knife? The same person that chased your friend over. You do what obvious to protect yourself and deal with the courts later. In this example the courts heavily lean in your favor and there's camera's.
PTL, glad you were safe and had a good Chivalrous heart towards protecting your girl ;-) Good reminder to always be on the alert
Firearms…the great equalizer. Good for you for being a man and protecting your date and yourself. Stay strapped!
Thanks for sharing... Well done
This is an awesome story man, and you told it well. It shows a handgun is a strong deterrent, and you don’t always need to pull the trigger for it to be effective, yet you had the ability to if it came down to it. It seems you handled it very well, especially for being only 18 at the time.
Exactly. I want to get people away from the mindset of feeling like they always have to shoot. So many crimes are deterred by the mere presentation of the handgun, and we should strive to preserve human life as best we can. Thanks for watching!
So Glad you had the gun within easy reach! Weird guy could have taken your life like you said so easily! Back in the 60s, I was only 12, and my Uncle lived on a farm near Vernon, Texas, and he helped me learn to lead my shots. That was with a rifle. He was an excellent shot. I was one a 22, or a 410 shotgun chasing rabbits to eat for supper. Much later when I became 21 and had moved to California, I bought a Ruger Service-Six in 357. Awesome revolver! Also had to pull it out once against 2 gang members right in front of my house. They were in a car. I was in my yard not far away at all. No one was hurt, but 3 shots were fired straight up in the air from his gun. They left. We called the police and reported them. Nothing more came of it.
l got a Belgian malinois a few years back and he rides along in the back of my Mercedes. Nobody approahes us like this now and l can get out and leave the car running without fear that somebody would be dumb enough to try and open the door and get in.If that happened ole hahn would drag him out before he killed him so as not to get any blood on the seats....
I liked the fact that the gun wasn't produced until the threat was imminent, that shows proper restraint. Do you find that you carry on your person instead of in your vehicle after this incident? Something similar happened to me and I had to change my method of carry.
Whow you proved to be a pro, glad you and your loved ones are fine, stay safe and always alert ⚠️.
For an 18 year old man, you handled that situation perfectly! The main thing is to keep every one as calm as possible, you did it. Situational awareness, you was on it! When I was 18, I can honestly say that I wouldn't have performed as well as you did. I had a similar experience happen to me about 15 years ago. I hadn't started carrying then and all I had on me was a buck knife on my waist in a holster. I was pumping gas in my truck when a car pulled up on the other side of the island and asked me for directions. I knew something was wrong because his license plate had the same county as mine. His buddy came out of the passenger side telling me to give up my wallet.. My heart was racing my sight started to form a funnel and all I could see was him reaching in his waist to pull what I assumed was a gun. I pulled my bic lighter out of my coat pocket and pulled the nozzle out of my tank and I threatened them to die a terrible death over 20 bucks, I pointed the hose right at him with lighter in hand and he said you're a crazy mfer and ran for the car and they peeled out. I felt so full of adrenaline that when it was over I felt sick.
Dude what a story... honestly maybe the best tactic in the situation was take it up a notch! Thanks for sharing
Just got to let ‘em know you just got paid and we’ll burn more gas at this pump than a cross country trip if you want to play dumb
Awesome quick thinking, that would possibly be more scary than a pistol. "Ya wanna get burned alive!"
that is the most gangster shit ive read today my friend im glad you made it out ok.
‘If anyone is going to take any blows it’s gonna be me”. That say everything about you I need to know, God Bess and glad your okay!!
Wow- thank you for sharing
Much respect on ya for having the ability to not shoot even when you wouldve been justified after he pulled the knife. I'm a single parent and I cant afford to hesitate and allow myself to be incapacitated or worse. If I'm out for even a minute literally anything could happen to my child.
Never good when a stranger approaches you at a gas pump. No reason for a stranger to, even talk to you.
This. Never allow anyone to approach in a transitional space.
I’ve been approached by strangers at the gas pump who want to ask me about my truck, who want to tell me I have a headlight out, etc
Thanks for sharing your story. Thank God everyone walked away unharmed.
I appreciate the compassion you showed towards the individual who decided to accost you and your date that night. I see too much macho posturing, bloodlust, and flippant treatment of taking a life in the 2A community. The taking of a life is tragic no matter how justified, and it should be treated with seriousness. Props to you for keeping it real and praying for that individual
@@DPham1 thanks man
@@citizenresponseCompletely agree with him, that was the part that really told me you are an intelligent person and exactly the type of guy that should be carrying.
I agree
Wow!! Looking back at my youth, and remembering how being macho and aggressive was my frame of mind. I was stunned at how composed you were in not pulling that trigger in light of the situation you found yourself in. You are 100% correct with regard to divine intervention. When I carry, I pray that the Lord keep me out of situations where I would have to use my shield. I also ask in advance for forgiveness in the event that I would have to deploy that shield to keep safe me or my loved ones. Thank you for sharing your story.
Thanks for watching!
Bro god works in crazy way I was in a similar situation where I was at a function and people started arguing and I went outside to my car “instinctually” once at my car a guy came up and grabbed my shirt and put a gun in my face. He was standing between me and my drivers door with a pistol in my face holding me by my shirt. Once everything went down I was so lucky because I was in my car I had no duty to retreat in my state. Your body knows what to do faster than you are aware of what you did. Shit happens fast. that’s why I always park strategically and leave people alone!
Looks like you did everything right. You and her are still alive. Like someone said in the comments you don't always have to pull the trigger. As a concealed carry person we don't ever want to have to pull that trigger. We will if we are forced into it but we just want to keep ourselves and loved ones safe. Great story a lot of things we can learn from it. You did the right thing. God bless you brother stay safe out there.
Thanks for sharing bud, good job
I survived three deadly firearm attacks during my 30 yrs on the street and from what you said, you did well here.
Wow. Glad to hear you’re hear to tel the tale
God was with ya brother!! Crazy story!
Thank you for being a gentleman. We need more people like you! God bless and keep carrying.
Man, I love your compassion & empathy you have towards people who might have a fucked up life. God bless ya brother. Subbed.
You need to cut your hair coz I thought you was a woman.
@@farzana6676 you sir, need to mind your own business, & not tell me what to do.
@@trevorblackbirdguitar9952 Stop dressing like a woman.
@@farzana6676 make me. You sound ridiculous.
@@trevorblackbirdguitar9952 Boi, I'd shave your ponytail myself.
It's Houston. We all know.
The New Orleans of Texas.
Jesus got you brother
So glad no one was hurt, that’s the main thing! Keep training brother! You’re a good man and we need more people like you.
Oh and I think Texas is my next home if I ever leave SC! What a cool state!!
You are the type of responsible gun owner that many should try to model. I can't say that I would choose that same actions as you but your attitude and instinct are something that I can respect! Thanks for sharing your story. I'm new to concealed carry and I've been thinking a lot lately how I hope never to have to take a life from this world. Yet, I am willing to protect those from harm.
Well said
Great story. You handled it well. You extended much more mercy than that guy deserved!
Thank you for the story. These are the stories you don't hear on the news. Its like someone has to die for it to be important, im glad you didn't have to shoot anyone.
Thanks for sharing, glad you are rational enough to have not pulled the trigger.
Appreciate a real world story about why we train and carry and protect our own. Thanks for sharing this.
You are very thoughtful and used great self control. This Country is full of ticking time bombs. Be careful out there.
Thanks for sharing. You are a fine example for others to follow
Excellent story to learn from! I’m so glad that you had your pistol ready to be quickly accessible.
It was coherent enough man. There is nothing to be said against any of your actions besides clapping 👏. Keeping a level head in a very scarry and uncalled for situation. Managing to use the minimum amount of "force"/intimidation to remove the threat...perfect example of self defence! I can only estimate from my experience that 80% of the people, at least, would not have handled it as well as you did. Kudos, and thanks for sharing.
"For some reason they just took off running"
They took off because they are cowardly trash who wanted to threaten a nice young couple with death and perhaps more than threaten, and they realized that it wasn't going to be anything near a one sided affair.
I admire you for your compassion and empathy. I like to think I have a measure of both as well. I can't say what I'd do in the situation, but my instinct is, once someone decides to put me in fear of my life or that of my loved ones, offswitch as soon as I can hit it. Not to punish, not to be punitive, not to be bloodthirsty, but because I am not going to risk innocent people trying to figure out what some guy is going to decide he wants to do. He created the situation, chips fall.
Your situation turned out as well as could have been hoped for, for everyone. Only way it could have been better is if you already had a full tank and kept rolling.
Good job young man! You maintained under pressure and OODA looped accordingly. OUTSTANDING!
Great job, young man, some people will always armchair quarterback it and say, "well, I woulda done this or that", but, as you learned, until you're actually in the moment you don't know what you'd do. Glad you survived, and I'm glad you're giving God the glory for protecting you! Well done
Thank you 🙏🏻
This is the first video that I've seen from you. Thank you for your strong witness to Christ and for sharing your story. The accuracy with which you were able to retell the story that was 4 years old shows how traumatic these events are. Praise God for keeping y'all safe.
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
I appreciated your spirit about this, brother. This is eye opening to say the least. Stay prayed up and full of wisdom, in Jesus name.
Thank you for sharing
Wow incredible story ! Guns definitely get a bad wrap, so it’s nice to have stories like this, which we know r out there but just never heard, thanks for sharing 👍🏻
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for sharing your story I have learned something.God bless you
Crazy man. When I was 18, I was working at a tire shop. I was the only tech left (9pm ish) and one new guy working inside. I left one door open, just before we closed and bam. 2 guys rush in with pistols and straight to my head it goes. I have carried almost everyday since I turned 21 and got my concealed. I’m 33 now. I got lucky, but if there is a next time, I’m a little more prepared. It changed everything for me so I totally understand. I was a supporter, loved shooting, etc. but it just changed my outlook to be even more of a prepared citizen
Crazy right?
Great testimony and ultimately giving God the glory, that’s awesome 👍👍
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God is good!
Powerful story man! More motivation for myself to not make excuses about not needing my gun on me at certain times because it can really happen anytime anywhere
Wow. Glad you all are fine. And thanks for being a good witness for the Lord. Thankful He kept you safe.
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Well technically the pistol kept him safe
Incredible brother! That’s a heck of a story. You can call divine intervention (which it definitely is), but I would also say it is equally a young man being prepared and being in control of his own fate to the best of his ability. Good job man.
That is awesome that in Texas you can carry a pistol in your truck at 18, I’m sure your story isn’t the only one like it. I’m in Florida and we also have very pro self-defense legislation as well. It really helps when I’m doing late-night service calls at industrial complexes all across Florida, in the worst parts of cities, knowing I have the means to protect those around me. I couldn’t imagine living in place knowing only the lawless have access to firearms. Mind boggling.
P.s. Thank god you didn’t have to use your weapon.
He is wise beyond his years. That's something that was never said about me when I was his age.
God bless you! Stay safe! Lord bless!
Praise then Lord for your faith!
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Fantastic story and thank you very much for sharing! That situation could have deteriorated very quickly and it's a good thing that both you and your date had at least some sense of situational awareness and she sensed that something wasn't right and alerted you too that possibility. Having good situational awareness and as it's said, having your head on a swivel is so very important. Y'all are very lucky and I am so glad to hear that it turned out ok and this encounter definitely changed your attitude and attention to the investment of training and taking your self defense very serious.
Simple tasks like filling your truck with gas or sitting in a drive thru or carwash can be some of the most dangerous and opportune times for car-jacking or robbery to take place and most people are so wrapped up with their phone or their conversation at the time that they don't even see or sense the threat until it's too late. It's so very important to always always stay vigilant and aware of your immediate surroundings and take inventory of who and what are around you and look for escape routes and alternate ways of egress. The most important thing is if something doesn't feel right, just keep going, your gut is usually right. Stay armed, stay safe and thank you again for sharing! God bless!
good bless you and your family and our 2nd. Glad you guys are alright.
Praise God, everyone survived this. Good level headed decision making young man !!! God Bless you
I too... have had a couple close calls so I was able to walk away thank you for your story...After it was over the adrenaline hit me so hard I couldn’t walk I had to sit down
What an inspiration! Shows that though it’s important to always be heeled it’s even more important to always be Healed...
"Crackhead" is a good term to use. Also you did really well in the situation! Bravo man and Praise Jesus!
You did everything right that day Young Man.
You did great! Both your gf and the strangers were lucky that it was you running things that day. Your explanation and rational were on point. You're well spoken and level headed! Wishing you the best and thanks for sharing your story!
Good thing you value his life more than he does yours....
Count your blessings dude!
Glad your still here to tell this awesome story. Also glad your didn't have to use your firearm.
Wow, I’m glad you didn’t have to shoot them. Your instincts, level head and positive attitude served you well. God bless.
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Thank you for sharing your story. God Bless you!
Indiana issues CCW permits to 18 year olds and above. My niece got hers at 18.
Dang, I’m in New Mexico and I have to wait till next year when I’m 21 to get mine, I can’t even buy a handgun here before I’m 21
You're a fine example of how young people should conduct themselves, well done.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you for sharing.
Great job 👍. You done what you had to do. Thank goodness that God was looking out for you all.
I'm glad for your and his sake that you didn't have to pull the trigger. It's the best outcome to a potential life altering scenario. It's good you had a weapon to serve as a deterrent.
Your attitude is commendable, and a reason for hope in your generation.
You did very well, young man .
Every dad with daughters prays they have a man, a real man, like you as their significant other.
glad it came out great for you. when you saw that knife out and up that is a threat to you, trying to deescalate is admirable but like you said that close is an imminent threat of death. you are deffinetly justified no matter what you had chosen, all though you seem to have made the right chose considering no one including the attacker got hurt that day.
Well said young man. Doesn't matter what others think or say. You did what you needed to do... no more, no less.
Thank you 🙏🏻
You’re an awesome person. Keep serving the Lord,
Awesome story man! Thanks for that! You did exactly what you should have done in that situation.
Thank you for the share
Excellent presentation! It was not jumbled or rambling (in response to your ending disclaimer).
You are obviously a courageous and quick thinking young man. The fact that you were scared is what any person would be. Even experienced, seasoned combat veterans have that reaction.
You saved four (if I kept up) people's lives that day.
If you weren't armed, it could have easily gone differently.
Thank you man
Your parents must be awesome role models as proven by your ability to analyze, protect, reason, and belief in God. Unfortunately, being raised in Houston, I've been in similar situations so I am a strong advocate for my family to carry and have frequent training.
Good job, you won this critical incident and didn’t have to kill that bad guy that day. That’s called “WINNING.” But, just so you know…. If someone brandishes a knife at you in a threatening manner, you have the right to point your gun directly back at him. Don’t hide it.
As a lifelong texan I'm going to go ahead and guess Houston. it's Houston without you telling us it's Houston because I've been to Houston.
Too many nogs in Houston now, ruined it completely
Austin,Dallas,all Collin county Houston all demonrat shit holes mini san Francisco
Amen brother! Good job!
great story, great response...
Good for you bro. Perfect example of defensive firearm usage. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for the story young man!
Seem like such a good dude. As the father of a daughter, you did an amazing job keeping your date safe.
🙏🏻 thank you and God Bless
That is one great testimony
Thanks for sharing
Would much rather be in “the twilight zone “ than “the death funnel”
Good job. Be safe
Thanks chief
My young brother, you handled that situation Very well for your age! Yes, I know the Lord protected you, but you showed great maturity!
Please clarify, was the "homeless" person who first approached you just a bystander, or was he connected with the attacker? Praise God you both were delivered from harm! Blsgs, gg
Glad you came out on top, and only a show of force was necessary! He brought a knife to a gun fight!
As far a "comments" from key board warriors on how THEY would've, should've, could've,....I say don't sweat it, you achieved the optimal outcome, no one was hurt or injured, on either team. That is a solid win to me!
If/when someone asks me "why do carry/ need a gun" , unless you have been under a rock in 2020, turn on ANY news source ..THAT is enough reason
Thank you for sharing, it takes guts to put yourself out there!
Please look down at your holster when you are re-holstering, I grit my teeth both times watching you do that! I don't know if your firearm is "hot" for this demonstration, but i refer to "rule #1"
Yessir thanks for the reminder. Gotta keep each other accountable!
Great story thanks for sharing. I don't ever want to pull the trigger but if I'm forced to I will to keep myself and family safe.
Thank you for sharing your story🙏
You did well, man. Made the most of the situation. We can all learn from this situation,too. God Bless and be safe.
stumbled upon a couple of your videos after looking up hockey tape Vs other grip mods. After watching this one I subbed. Thanks for sharing.
HOUSTON!!!! The armpit of Texas!
Thanks for sharing your story
Thanks for sharing. Good job.
I think you would be an excellent law enforcement officer.
Good job brother on handling your situation. We have such a bad homeless problem in our state. I never leave the house without my firearm. It is sad what this world has turned into with crazy people on drugs running around trying to rob people. The police in our city are very understaffed so too many people get away with bad crimes. I am always on the lookout when it comes to visiting the city to pick up groceries.
God bless you brother 🙏
Appreciate the story. GOD is always good
Just found your channel, GREAT STORY!
I am a left hand amputee. I live in Texas. Went through something similar. I have carried a Kimber Ultra Carry II 45 ACP for over 20 years. I feel comfortable carrying my pistol. It is good to train at the range.
Is never the same shooting at a target as having a confrontation with anyone.
First time viewer here. What a fine young man you are and I appreciate how you diffused that situation and protected your date! I will be checking out future videos of yours. Keep Christ first 👍❤️💯🙏