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Is a .22 Really Best for New Shooters
https://youtu.be/7PEgthoC4_U

A .22 is one of the best training tools a new shooter can use — but that does not automatically make it the best self-defense gun.

In this episode of Gun Myths vs. Reality, we break down .22 LR for beginners, recoil, fundamentals, reliability, self-defense limitations, and why 9mm is often a better defensive choice for many new gun owners.

Respect the .22. Just choose the right tool for the job.

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Is a .22 Really Best for New Shooters A .22 is one of the best training tools a new shooter can use — but...

⚖️🔫 Guns and the Second Amendment Are Great Levelers, Serving Every American 🇺🇸

The right to self-defense doesn't depend on your race, gender, age, income, or background.

The Second Amendment protects the ability of every law-abiding American to defend themselves, their loved ones, and their freedom. In that way, it serves as a great equalizer—ensuring that the right of self-defense isn't reserved for the powerful, but belongs to all.

Equal rights. Equal protection. Equal freedom.

Stop Training Like Paper Targets Fight Back
https://youtu.be/wDkCBAemEkI

Standing still and shooting paper targets has value, but real-world self-defense is more complicated than that.

In this episode of Tactical Training for Everyday Gun Owners, I break down how to make your firearm training more realistic, more practical, and more useful for defensive situations.

We’ll cover:

• Why static range training is limited
• Defensive drills like the 3-Second Drill, Failure Drill, and 21-Foot Rule Drill
• How to safely add stress to your training
• Why dry fire is one of the best ways to improve
• How to track your progress over time

The goal isn’t just to shoot better. The goal is to think, move, decide, and perform under pressure.

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Stop Training Like Paper Targets Fight Back Standing still and shooting paper targets has value, but real-world...

Where's the beef?

The Toxic Side of Gun Culture
https://youtu.be/Rer-4qcaz8E

Gun culture has a snob problem.

In this video, I’m breaking down how gear snobs and gun elitists are pushing people away, especially new gun owners who are just trying to learn, train, and protect themselves. There’s nothing wrong with quality gear — I like quality gear too. But expensive guns, optics, and setups do not automatically make someone skilled, responsible, or knowledgeable.

We need a gun culture built more on training, safety, and community — and less on ego, brand worship, and flexing on people with smaller budgets.

If you’ve ever dealt with gun snobs, budget shaming, or toxic gear culture, drop your thoughts in the comments.

The Toxic Side of Gun Culture Gun culture has a snob problem.In this video, I’m breaking down h...

🛡️🔫 Gun Rights Are Essential for Safety 🇺🇸

For many law-abiding Americans, the right to own and carry a firearm is an important part of their personal safety plan.

While no tool can guarantee safety, the ability to lawfully defend yourself can provide an option when faced with an immediate, life-threatening situation. That's why responsible firearm ownership goes hand in hand with training, safe storage, situational awareness, and sound judgment.

Protecting the Second Amendment means protecting the freedom to make lawful choices about your own safety and the safety of your family.

Preparedness isn't about living in fear—it's about being ready if the unthinkable happens.

Do Gun Laws Actually Stop Criminals
https://youtu.be/hrKMjvqNODY

“If we just had more gun laws, criminals wouldn’t have guns.” Sounds simple, but reality is more complicated.

In this episode of Gun Myths vs. Reality, we break down why violent criminals often bypass legal channels, why laws mostly affect people who already follow them, and why responsible gun ownership still matters.

The real focus should be violent offenders, illegal trafficking, accountability, and training — not disarming good people.

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Do Gun Laws Actually Stop Criminals “If we just had more gun laws, criminals wouldn’t have guns.” Sound...