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So I understand I got the revolver action messed up so thanks to everyone for pointing that out. I don't want to confuse new shooters. I will do a video on the subject to clean things up as far as that goes. Thanks as always for the support
I have a CZ p10 and the magazine release is WAY too stiff. Are they making a replacement part to fix this?
@@RockawayCCW hmm mine is fine and I freak over iffy mag release buttons
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Keep using it so it will break in, the more you push on it to release the magazine the smother it will get.
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Fantastic work and format on your channel..as a newer gun owner i appreciate channels like yours..thanks guys🤙🤙
4:38 is when he starts talking about guns.
Thank you!
Thanks. This guy puts out decent info but you do have to put up with a lot unnecessary rambling to get to the gems.
You're a saint
Ur a good man
You're awesome....i hardly watch his videos due to all the extra rambling... when i do watch his videos i come to the comment section to see if im the only who thinks this....and i never am....lol
There’s no blue or red boundaries either! 😉👍🏼 I’m registered democrat and I’m totally into this and protecting our 2nd amendment rights. Don’t judge a book by its color..😋. 😁
I’m just like you. A San Franciscan of all things😜 but have my sig in the nightstand.
So long as you guys aren't turning right around and supporting candidates who would keep others from buying firearms while you have your own, then great.
@@LiChoiFungfan Who has ever tried to take guns away from everyone? It’s made up.
@@niccolea2086 Every year there are proposals and votes attempted on all government levels to take guns away. Stop believing everything you see in the corporate propaganda media.
@@niccolea2086 keep telling yourself that troll. It's in a lot of democrats top 10 lists
HKVP9 was my first gun and just got it a few months ago. Feels so good and that trigger. The new 2020 has 17 round mags and night sights. Super accurate first time out. It’s also pretty easy to strip down to clean which was a worry when you’re new. I see now why the larger compact guns are a good size for home defense. Love the videos and really helpful for someone considering, researching and evaluating which guns make the most sense. I want to buy them all.
I'm not a first-time shooter. I started 62 years ago when, at 10 at camp I found I could group all my 22lr shots in the 10/x rings when nobody else could hit the target. I stopped shooting until I lived in the Rockies, in bear country in the 1970s & caught the bug again.
Once you get your fundamentals down straight, I have 2 absolute favorites. My carry gun is a bit big, but I live in Florida, where an unbuttoned Hawaiian shirt would cover a Colt Python with a 6 inch barrel with no problem. I carry a Glock 19 with tritium night sights (I agree about Glock out-of-the-box sights & have them replaced on its first gunsmithing trip). I also have multiple custom accuratized threaded barrels for better accuracy and a tad more length, even though I don't carry with a suppressor screwed in (obviously). [It's also nice to be able to change the barrel and have different lands & grooves ;)]. I have other (mostly inexpensive) mods on the gun, which makes it a cheap gun to optimize - an extended mag release button and extended bar to field strip it. The only legit money I spent was a different trigger assembly with a pound lighter pull. I have small hands, so all that helps and the 19 fits my ergonomics better than the 17.
I often use the Glock 17 mags, which give me 17+1 instead of 15+1 and use Hornaday Critical Defense 9mm x 19 just about exclusively for carry. The stacked handgrip is still not too big for me and I have Talons on it. What makes it so good for distance shooting in addition to concealed carry is that I fitted it with a backstrap-mounted Crimson Trace green laser. It can be activated just when you are acquiring a sight picture by squeezing tight on the button on the grip's backstrap, so you don't give away your position unless you are actually firing and it saves on battery use. It also doesn't affect speed of draw from most IWB holsters. The 19 also has a lower rail for a tactical flashlight, though I don't use mine when carrying concealed - too much gun in the holster. I'm thinking of outfitting it with a red-dot. You have to get a special mounting plate, but that's no big deal. Maybe in the future. I've found the Glock quick & easy to strip, clean and lube and VERY forgiving if you don't do it often enough - another beginner mistake.
For competition, I early on used CZ 75 Bs for years, but more recently switched to the CZ SP-01 Tactical setup SA with the decockers (don't like the manual safety on the standard CZ SP-01). It is, in 62 years of shooting, by far the best hand weapon I've ever owned and fired. It's ergonomics are perfect for my hand and its accuracy and trigger action contribute to higher scores and smaller groupings at any distance I shoot. More LEOs and spec warriors carry CZs worldwide carry CZs than any other single weapon, so that says something about its quality as a fighting, self-defense full-sized pistol. I also shoot 9mm in the CZ as I do in all my handguns. From beginner to competition shooter, the CZ P-01 and SP-01will, IMHO be the easiest and most accurate guns to shoot. Just go with SA and decocker, not DA & manual safety.
I do have a Glock 26 9mm as a second hide-away gun. It can be carried in an ankle holster (on the few days a year in FL when long pants are justified, or in a pants or jacket pocket or kangaroo waist pack. I agree it isn't the gun of choice for carry or learning, but it's a nice backup.
I agree with you HIGHLY on the need for taking training courses, right from the beginning. And, don't just train at the local range. That's good for learning mechanics & trigger control, but most ranges won't let you draw from a holster and target plinking is VERY different from real-life carry or self-defense skills. Also, even though expanding defense rounds are considerably more expensive than simple range FMJs, shoot both on the range so you are practicing with the same ammo you will be using elsewhere.
If you have had combat experience, you've no doubt learned to handle the serious changes that the pumping adrenaline and other stressors of a two-way shoot-out can do to your range-trained fine motor control. If you haven't had combat experience, there are excellent training courses in combat shooting techniques that at least help prepare you. You learn to hold the gun differently, fire from a variety of fixed or moving positions, single or two-handed, at multiple targets, even falling or in other awkward positions. I was lucky enough years ago to find a school run by 2 retired Israeli IDF special forces soldiers in New York City who ran a wonderful course. Graduation required skills like being able to draw, double-tap 5 moving targets (just center-mass diamonds) at different distances all within 3 seconds and to shoot running forward, backward, falling, jumping, and every possible way. They also taught an Israeli safety way to carry a Glock striker-type weapon without a round in the chamber, but not lose time having to rack in the first shot. They taught that, when you draw, your left hand comes up to cover the front of the holster and rack the slide as the gun clears the holster. It's only milliseconds slower than having a hot round and you won't shoot a hole in your leg reholstering as an NRA instructor I used to know did recently when he got careless and snagged the inner trigger on his holster. I still carry with an extra round in the chamber primarily for one-handed situations and to have the 15+1 or 17+1 (with the Glock 17 mag) advantage. But, learn combat shooting if you ever expect to carry in the real world or use the weapon as a fighting tool.
And, remember, everybody's hands and eyes are different, so what's the best for one is not necessarily the best for another. Most ranges will rent out guns so you can try several before deciding which balances and fits the best for YOU. IMHO, YMMV.
@Noneya hey appreciate his life story
This was a good video. However, as a novice gun owner, it would have been much more educational if you spoke on a gun, put the name up on the screen and only talked about that gun. Then did the same for the next gun. Here, I was pretty confused on the gun you were talking about because you went back and forth on guns you were going to talk on AND guns you already spoke about. It was like three reviews per gun on each gun. Thanks for the video though.
Yes I was thinking the exact thing.
I have to agree. The video is very convoluted.
Agree.. interested in p320 but is it an RX, which is a compact, or would you recommend the vtac x series which seems to be more of a full after some research? are u recommending the full or compact to start with? im sorta confused there...
Yes, I agree with this. Also including a written summary in the detail section would of helped.
Yes I thought it started out real good & helpful then he really lost me so I can not finish.
My first was a 1911 10mm with 5” bbl. I love it! My 2nd was a CZ P-10 F. Love it! Maybe my favorite home defense/range gun, and definitely best for the money, is my Tristar P-120. I shoot it best, it looks great and is great to practice fundamentals. Thanks for what you do Mr and Mrs Hegshot!
Winston Sammy Good question! If I had to choose again, I would pick the Tristar P-120 to start with. I was used to recoil somewhat, because I used to shoot a .270, a 30-30, and 12 ga.. Pistol recoil is different, but it does help some with the 10mm. The 9mm is an easier cartridge to shoot without causing a new shooter to flinch. Actually, a .22 pistol makes for learning marksmanship even better, if you’re wanting to learn proper fundamentals in a range setting. The P-120 and five snap caps mixed into the magazine, along with dry fire practice at home can get you around use of the .22.
So wait u started with a 1911 what can better than that beside a glock.1911 has the best trigger pull of any handgun out there.
AI3xZJE41 YT Yes, the 1911 can spoil you. It’s great, and is the best trigger to me. I would take all of mine over a Glock, however not by much.
@@thinktwice8860 but that's what's funny.they didn't even mention a 1911 goes to show u how much they know
AI3xZJE41 YT I wouldn’t say that my 1911 would make a best 1st handgun for most. It depends on the person. Mine is 10mm, and can induce a flinch and can use tuning, depending on the load. I shoot pretty hot ammo, and after about 400 rounds the factory recoil spring became weak. I went with a stronger spring, and now it works great again. The recoil, or spring issue may have freaked out a new shooter. I love mine! It’s my #1 home defense gun.
Thank you. I enjoyed this video.. it was clear on the what's when and whys.. I'm going to learn on a 9. I've fired a 9, a .38, and a .45 a couple years back and dont remember anything except to keep my finger off the trigger unless I intend to fire. I'm going to take a course 1st, a few courses then get a 9 as I liked the weight and handling
XD has always been good to me. Love the variety!!
I used to work at an Armored Car Company back in the 90's and the first gun I ever used or learned on was a S&W 686 357.
....the 686 is one of the best EVER....
...while I have all types of pistols I have recently discovered a love for revolvers.....sure they don't have the capacity of mag fed pistols, but there are many great aspects to a revolver !
just bought an SW M&P EZ 9mm super easy to load, shoot, rack and clean.
What is the mag capacity on the 9mm? I presume you have the M&P shield that was referenced as a good learning gun for the range.
Chiquita Masden 8+1 in the chamber
I just got one but the .380 version
I appreciate you making this video, your first edition helped me out when I was choosing a first gun. The education is important, but I'd urge everyone to find a range that rents guns...specifically the top 5-6 you're looking at. Get some trigger time with the gun, learn the feel of the grip...then make your purchase based on that.
Shop from Johnsonl2019 on snap bro they are the best dealers I’ve come across equally reliable fs💯 glock is my favorite
Two years ago, my first gun was a Sig Sauer P226. A month later I got a P10 C and fell in love.
Great video.
Hegshot, I completely disagree with your opinion regarding revolvers as a first gun. Revolvers are stupid simple to learn on: no magazines, no external safety's, no decocking levers, no feeding problems, no learning how to clear malfunctions, etc.=less complicated. Revolvers are simple to load, there's no slide to rack when it comes to people who have little hand strength. Regarding a .357 magnum revolver, for example, I wouldn't recommend using magnum rounds for a beginner, so you start out with .38 specials in it which would be a pleasure to shoot in a magnum revolver. I learned on a revolver decades ago. These days, so many dismiss the revolver as antiquated, irrelevant when compared to semi-auto pistols. Revolvers are just as effective and deadly as a semi-auto as long as the shooter does his part.
Absolutely! Well said!
Billy , the cab driver I agree
Billy , the cab driver I partially agree with you, albeit for beginners it’s hard to learn to speed reload a revolver compared to most semi autos. Plus the long trigger pull can mess with beginners.
@@jtlegionnaire6310 yes, reloading a revolver quickly is slower than a semi-auto and it would take alot of practice to become proficient. With range time and dry firing, you can get used to it pretty quickly. Of course, most important is to make those first shots count so that you don't have to reload. That goes for any firearm. Thanks.
Revolvers have stoppages too. Sometimes it’s very difficult to get it going again. I watched it happen in my cpl class
The Canik TP9sf Elite is one of the best guns out. They had their issues when they first out but the newest models are clutch. Easy to shoot, nice trigger pull and easy on the wallet. It is on the bigger side compared to a single stack.
Learned how to shoot with the M&P Shield. Still love it till this day. I say just get whatever you feel comfortable with and just practice. Great video though
Sig P226 is the best gun I've ever fired. As far as fit and function. Love the de-cocking feature.
I love that one as well. I have the discontinued P224 in 9mm.
If you’re trying to help New shooters, they don’t know the difference between single stack and double stack for example
I, for one, sure don't know the difference, still. I watched the entire video hoping that, at some point, all things that were referenced to would be explained, but, as you pointed out, a few things still were left unexplained.
Yet, I still appreciate their efforts to pass on the knowledge. If I don't get enough info here, there are plenty of other sources to explore.
Or even a "Robert Stack",. Har!
I just got my first gun 2 weeks ago and was in the same boat. It’s basically the width of the gun/magazine. Single stack is ammo stacked one on top of the other, and double stack is 2 bullets together then another two on top and so forth. Only reason I know this is because I bought 2 guns, one single and one double
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I don't know the difference, but I can guess a single stack has the rounds literally on top of each other and the double is kind of staggered. Correct?
Hey guys, great vid...thank you! I’m just getting ready to purchase my first gun and I appreciate every tip I can get thank you. Will be hoping to see all
As a newbie, I totally understood this and thank you for a great video. There were thousands telling me about the "Ladie guns" instead of "beginner" guns.
I've fired a few firearms at a range, but I'm a new gun enthusiast and this video was EXTREMELY helpful in my search for my first purchase. Thanks so much. Learned a lot.
I'm a middle aged dude that's been carrying since I was 18. I've made all sorts of mistakes that i realize in hindsight. When young and dumb, you tend to get a big gun with a lot of ammo capacity, and you tend to listen to a certain bunch of people pretending to be experts that think that is important. Do not listen to people obsessing over superficials - how "wonderful that trigger is" or "grip texture". A gun is nothing more than a tool that you carry, like your keys or cellphone and its "comfort" is immaterial to its purpose.
I absolutely DO NOT fall into that SHTF mindset, where I think I need to carry an arsenal of guns, reloads, tourniquets, first aid kits, and all sorts of bug out stuff around all the time. I'm just an old guy who goes to work, and goes home. Visits a couple friends or family now and then, or goes to the store. Very boring life, but I like it.
Remember, at most, a shooter might use only 1 or 2 shots. Almost in every case, the conflict is over when a gun is pulled, without need for firing. So, no need to listen to self proclaimed experts who tell you about a need for 17 shots, with a reload. That is absurd.
Do not worry about what is comfortable in your hand. Do not worry about "what you shoot best" Do not worry about what's best "at a range" WE ARE TALKING ABOUT DAILY CARRY NOW, NOT A RANGE GUN. Do you worry about comfort in a screwdriver or any other tool?
Worry instead about the purpose of the gun you select. What need does it fill? A bedstand gun is very different from a gun you carry with you every day. What about how you are dressed? Can you conceal that gun, or carry it in comfort?
What I look at for an everyday carry:
1. Reliability
2. Effective Round.
3. Size and ease of carrying.
So, at the above, we go with a name brand, in 9mm or 38 special, and in compact.
What I carry now, is a smith 642 in a simple pocket holster, right front pocket. Nothing beats this all-around special, for any weather. Summer in shorts? Check. Winter with a heavy jacket? Check. In a suit? Check. A J frame just falls into your hand when you try to draw it, and has perfect concealibility, awesome reliability, and a proven and effective round. (I am no expert on ammo, but I prefer Hornady critical defense hollowpoints here. They expand reliably, not too much kick to them, and are perfect FOR ME).
I also will belt carry a semi-automatic instead if I can just have an overshirt to cover it. Spring, Fall mostly. Before, it was a Glock 26, but even that weight bothered me some. Now, I have a G43 and much prefer it. Reliable, more than any other gun manufacturer in my opinion, extremely light and thin.
Please, do not EVER pocket carry a semi. The holster covers part of the grip, they turn in your pocket, and the trigger is far too light to be safe. NEVER do it. NEVER. They aren't safe, and they cannot be drawn with the speed of a revolver from the pocket.
I will never forget the advice an older co-worker gave me, the lighter the gun, the more likely you will carry it. So true. A gun is of no value at home, in your car, rather than your person when you need it.
But, you ask, Spirit, what about home defense?
Well, I use a 9mm with a light. Again, I don't want to shoot through walls, or outside to hit anyone. So I load it with hornady critical defense hollowpoints, which only barely pass the FBI penetration test. Perfect! They will stop at a couple layers of sheetrock.
But Spirit, what if we're as old as you, or our wives don't learn to operate a semi-automatic?
Get a J frame - ruger LCR or Smith lightweight to carry, and put a bigger 6 shot revolver by the bed.
No need to worry about racking the slide, or a safety, a failure to feed, limp wristing, or any other issue. A revolver is ideal in that situation.
Just my thoughts, take it or leave it. I've been carrying for a long time, had ten years service, and tried this and that. Don't flame me for my opinion, just trying to help.
RIGHT ON. My carry is a Taurus G3 with Federal HST +P but I know guns. Even at that---its a pain to conceal without baggy clothes, and my 5 shot .44 special (not mag) snubby fits in my pockets. My wife carries a little Taurus 5 shot .38. Very light and small gun. Bought it in 70s I think (getting old). No worry about jams, slide, etc.
@@marvinvonrenchler4832 How do you like your G3? I just ordered a Taurus G3C and I should get it next week. Im super excited for it.
@@christianflores6626 BEST gun for the money Ive ever seen. Paid 239. Dont know how they make money at that price. Its been flawless. It groups in 2 inches with its blunt sites. Fit n finish is very good. I dont know why anyone would pay for a glock etc when they can have three of these babies for the same dough.
@@marvinvonrenchler4832 Have you put any aftermarket sights or any other parts on them? I knwo some people do just to make the parts last longer. They seem to shoot very good out of the box
@@christianflores6626 Probably going to put a red dot on it. Very least would be glowing sights for night. The sites on it or just standard. Id like an adjustable rear for fine tuning but it places well enough for self defense.
I went through the 1st handgun exercise with my friends sister the other week. Took her to the range and had her try out many handguns. S&W 442, Glock 43, Glock 42, S&W 686, Springfield TRP Operator, Glock 19, Glock 17, S&W M&P, ect... Like many, she was initially leaning towards subcompact but after my advice, and her shooting them, she ended up with a Glock 17MOS. Now I’m tricking it out for her with a Trijicon SRO, night sights, and a Streamlight TRL1HL.
Will at least u had her shoot that TRP 1911.cause this video said nothing about the handgun that started al for sim-auto handguns.she didn't like the 1911 it has the best trigger pull of any handgun?
@ home defense and range fun
@ so you were just asking the question so you could criticize the choice of someone you don’t know in a failed effort to prove you’re smarter. Cool man.
i bought a H&K p30s the other day as my first gun. i was told alot of good things about it and one of my friends even praised my choice. the dude at the store just recommended it to me and of all the ones i held, that one felt the nicest in my hands.
I agree. I went to the range more than once and tried out at least 3 different 9mm everytime..........and my first gun is a HK VP9 ..........I love it. The only other one I was considering was a Smith and Wesson 9mm striker fire. The deciding factor was the ambidextrous magazine release.
Thanks for the video.................I think it will help a lot of ppl
The small .380's/9mm's are bad first guns, they are quite snappy. Compact .45's as well! You nailed it!
Hmm? No, I don't notice any recoil out of any gun except revolvers. They hurt my hand, but I still carry them.
taurus g2c or g3 all the way, great price point and reliable . perfect for a first gun, not to expensive , if you decide gun ownership is not for you ,you're not out 500-700 bucks. holsters are easily found on amazon.
Ed Doty plus they’re basically a Glock knock off. So the takedown is simple, few parts, and easy to clear malfunctions if they happen
@@jtlegionnaire6310
Have two PT-111's...a 9 and 40, only strikers I've ever owned, daughter carries the 9 ccw...I like a thin, small PA-63, I'd never "pine" on "them" sitting on an evidence room shelf, a 3 grand 1911...Python or Grandpa's legacy war pistol.
Taurus is now accepted by bald headed trainers, since they ran out of Glockster's to train, so now Taurus is gtg.
@@jtlegionnaire6310 all pistols are a knockoff of something, there is only so much you can do with the platform. I know from my personal experience that the g2c and the g3 out of the box perform better than my glock 19 and 45, i didn't have to buy any upgrades or accessories for them to do so either.
Exactly!! I have the Taurus PT 24/7 G2 and WOW!!! I love this gun. My 1st was the Sig SP 2022
I use to think Taurus.. but I now recommend the Caniks. Just as good of price, better quality though, and better overall with trigger, look, and ergos
I'm thankful for my local gunstore because I almost bought a compact gun for my wife who rarely shoots anything because I thought it would be better for her to have something that fit her hand but they were honest with me and told me it's better for her to learn and use a full size or big compact gun with some weight so I got a Glock 17 which, surprisingly enough, she's more comfortable with. I know that there are a lot of gun stores that will just sell you either what you think you want or what they prefer but most of them around me have some pretty honest and practical folks working them which I think we need more of because it's most important for any shooter to be comfortable shooting whatever is in their hands.
Great video as usual. I bought the Smith and Wesson Performance Center Shield. 380EZ 's for my daughters and they loved them. Now I carry one in rotation with my full size pistols. God Bless you and God bless the USA.
Im pretty dang fond of my springfield XD service 9mm mod2.
@Wario Andretti You should try the XDM, or new XD version in 3.8"
As a first-time newbie to guns and learning the info on them, I really appreciate this video. very in-depth, very informative, and great analysis of each type of gun. Thank you for helping me with this new journey!
I bought my first handgun a few days ago. Wanted something full size just for target shooting and home defense, decided on the Cz P-09 and I'm not disappointed at all. Bit on the heavier side but its suppressor ready outta the box with a 19 rd capacity and just feels great overall. Definitely want to get something a bit more on the sub compact size next.
As a reasonable new shooter my first gun I chose was the CZ P10C after looking at the Glock because it came highly recommended, I found that the holster plays a very important role in the safety of my FA. I was thinking of a hammer type gun due to the safety aspect, but after doing some research I felt that a striker type FA would suit me better due to living in South Africa. Thanks guys for the information regarding this as there are so many options out there, my girlfriend needs to get her FA next and my first thought was to go small, but as per your Mrs it is much more difficult to shoot micro FA. I will take her to the range with plenty of options and see what works for her.
.40 sw is still plentiful... glad I love and use the .40
.40 s&w is gay
Glock 27 was my first and my favorite
I love the sights on my Glock 48. First time shooting I blew the center of the target out with the g48! 🤩 The sights were a dream! Mine had night sights pre-installed - not sure if thats standard on all G48s tho 🤷♀️
Great video, my daughter actually went yesterday to look for her first gun. The first one they pulled out was the Ruger LCP. Glad she was only looking and didn't buy it.
My first pistol I shot with was the CZP10c, I fell in love and I bought one. Got to shoot my 2nd gun which was the HK Vp9 fell in love with that as well but wanted the SK version and bought that as well. Both fantastic guns. Bought my wife the 380 shield and she just loves that one so I bought one for myself as well 😅 seems like most guns I've picked up have been getting great reviews and are well liked even before I went looking for reviews.
You mentioned the Shield EZ but didn’t really get into it. I would rank the Shield EZ higher than the regular shield especially in 9mm. Easy to rack slide, low recoil, easy takedown with 8 rounds of 9mm in a possible to conceal package backed by Smith and Wesson’s warranty. All things a new shooter would appreciate I think. I own the 380 acp and would totally buy the 9mm without hesitation.
Love my 9 EZ. I bought it for my mom but was too intimidating for her (first gun for either if us and new to them) so i kept it and love it. She ended up with the 380 EZ and she loves it. She said from the beginning she would never get into it nor like shooting but wanted home defense. After a couple times shooting, she loves her fun and going to the range. Her 380 is great also. She just wishes she had the fiber optic sight like mine.
Agree completely with the size statement after buying the shield 45 for my first concealed carry. That gun took some serious training to control, not to mention working with a trigger that breaks so hard that it pulls the front sights. To anyone who doubts that, dry fire will prove it. The shield 45 is a competent gun ONCE you do your part. You must train with any carry gun to be confident that you can do what is needed
I have the Shield 45 , bought it because I love my Shield 9 (current EDC), and expected similar results. It is a great gun, except for the trigger. Have polished and polished. Still too gritty to get good groups with. Even at 10 yards, all over the target. I may buy a different trigger kit for it, because otherwise it is a great conceal carry piece. My 1911 is just too heavy for conceal carry.
Hey I’ve watched a couple of your videos and you’ve impressed me
Very informative
I got the S&W M&P 2.0 compact with 4inch barrel and 15 round magazine and I love it
It's probably a good thing I watched this because someone asked me to recommend a gun to them and I don't know anything about hand guns. Military pilots' conceal and carry is an M61 Vulcan, and we fire only a few rounds through whatever hand gun they give us on average of once every 5 years. It gave me some needed perspective contra to everything else I've been seeing on the Internet. Hopefully I'll be able to help her not to take any wooden nickels.
Concealed carry M61 Vulcan
...that's funny
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That’s interesting to hear. I thought that a pilot would fire more often than that. I worked in the hospital & we fired every other. Thank you for your service.
@@theguyfromwalgreens I assumed too much when I wrote that. The M61 Vulcan is the 20MM cannon that is concealed inside of the fuselage. We didn't practice with our sidearms much. It might be every couple years, for sure no more often than that. Bailout kits have a GAU-5, which is highly modified automatic take-down version of an AR-15. Those pretty much anyone can shoot well without much practice.
@@theguyfromwalgreens Do you even know what an M61 is? Joke went right over your head.
Just purchase a Smith and Wesson SD9VE hope I like it $284 with a tracer light...1st Firearm
@@jakeszmyt3883 he's not giving bad advice, he's telling us what he bought
Good to go!
Love your channel. I am canadian so our laws are very strict. I just bought my first pistol and it's a glock 17 5th gen. I cant wait till it arrives so I can hit the range. I learned to shoot on my cousin's gen 3 glock 17. Thanks for all your info.
I recently purchased the Sig Sauer P320 XCompact. Debated the P365 and the original P320 Compact but I'm very happy as a new shooter with the LCI and the polymer grip/stipling and the updated ergonomics on the XCompact.
This video could have been more concise but it was still much appreciated as a follow up to an additional firearm. Thanks guys!
Love your videos man. I’m active duty Army right now. Maybe a suggestion when you get to the range on your videos of the guns you are shooting explain a little about the ammo type and grain you are shooting. Stay safe
Point taken brother. Thanks for your service 👊
No doubt. I watched that ez video you did and I bought one for my girlfriend and I actually like shooting the thing
The revolver is great for the minimalist that just wants something just in case.
well said
That's me ;) I have my German Shepherd and a locked door. That gives me time to get my minimalist gun... a Smith & Wesson .38 Special Revolver w/ laser.
I watched your video before my wife went out to purchase a pistol. She had a great CC instructor that introduced her to several different guns. The gun that she choose was the M&P 2.0 Compact. She says that it is so instinctive and shoots accurately and easily that it's like owning a rock.
This was helpful. Thanks you two. Great job. As a first time gun owner, I’ll be practicing Fundamentals. Let us know a little about the price ranges if you can in the next video. Good luck. Keep’em comin. Stay safe and protected.
In the process of buying my first pistol, you’ve helped me to understand why I don’t want a “carry” pistol for my first gun . Thanks!
No no cause they didn't show u any ones with a mechanical safety like the 1911.and it has the best trigger pull of any handgun out there.
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Prices have gone up about 25% on handguns in the past 2 months, must be hoarding pistols now.
I’ve watched y’all grow much love and respect
I like a Ruger LCR 9s with an extended grip for capacity and secure grip for lightness and slimness, but the SR9c is my more comfortable shooter with full 17rd mags.
Been here since the beginning. Congrats on 100k!
I just love that you & your sweetie are sittin' there together as a unit. Guy + Gal = BacktoBack, aimed out!
I’ve been shooting for about 5 years, I live and stand by the kp89 it’s not in production anymore but it’s a solid 9mm, and you can still find them and parts everywhere. amazing starting gun. Real easy field strip, and clean, stainless steel to prevent rust, you can beat the living hell out of it and it works amazing. 11/10 recommend
Best new buyer gun vid, yet! Quick reference to "ammo apocalypse" was was worth the price of admission in and of itself. Thanks!
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I LOVED this video. Very sensible concepts to consider. My wife and I made some good decisions to get started. (I am a former IPSC shooter using .45 cal 1911's back then. But that was 30 years ago and I was mostly into competition. So I needed to become reoriented and more mindful about self defense being the priority) We chose 9mm because of capacity and advances in defense bullets. So we picked up an HK VP9-B and Walther PPQ-SC for my wife. Then I decided I loved the VP-9, but wanted the smaller VP9-SK LE, so I added that. These have been great for training. And now that we have some familiarity, training and fundamentals, we are looking at adding a Sig P365 for concealed carry. Watching your video validated and confirmed our approach. (And I really want a CZ P10-S, but that's more of a 'want'. :-) Started down the rabbit hole and quickly want a small arsenal. So it goes right?
I know your comment was to Mr. and Mrs. Hegshot but I wanted to chime in. YES!!! That's how it goes. lolNow I want every damn thing I see!! You've been bitten by the "Gun Bug".
Yes Allen! That’s how it is for sure. I want an FN and a CZ and a Sig and something with a Red dot and....
@@gair1944 ha ha ha ha haaaa! Me too! I want EVERYTHING you just mentioned here! Lol
my first gun is a beretta apx and love it
This is a very informative well composed video. I love your honesty and transparency. You guy's rock!!
The wife just the Ruger Security 9 for herself and got me the Sig P320 M18 and I gotta say, I absolute love it. The Ruger seems to be a great first pistol for her as well. I think the CZ p10c might be my next purchase
Can’t go wrong with a Smith And Wesson M&P Compact or SubCompact 2.0 .. I already have a .40 Compact and about to get the .40 SubCompact .. Only because I can use my 13 round magazine in both
Although I might not be quick to suggest a revolver, especially for someone brand new to firearms. I wouldnt exactly call them a bad choice either. A little alloy framed snubby might not be a great choice. But a full size revolver? Especially with lighter recoiling 38? I dont see anything wrong with that at all. Now again, I defintely prefer auto loading handguns to revolvers. But so long as you make good choices as to what kind of revolver you're buying. They're perfectly effective firearms.
Problem with revolvers is compacity.
@@michaelbradshaw7420 that is a definte draw back, not to mention. The reloading process is a lot more complex and tedious. I think the issue I have with revolvers is people assume they will never fail. Which is just not true. They will fail just like auto loaders, the difference is when revolvers fail they almost always require a gun Smith. Whereas auto loaders are usually a relatively easy fix
This is some great information. After talking to my brother and watching this video I'm really leaning toward the M&P 9mm As my first handgun to learn with.
S&W 9 shield is a great gun. It's my go to carry I have a few and it's the one I can hit with every time.
The Smith and Wesson M&P EZ line is designed for new shooters. EZ to take down, EZ to load, and EZ to rack. How is this not a good gun for a new shooter? Of any gun I own, it is by far the one I would recommend for a first gun.
I was considering that one. I have a Taurus 9mm, but with hand pain etc, it's hard to use.
Just picked mine up today. It’s my first firearms and I’m loving it. Just wish it held a couple more bullets in each magazine
I bought the EZ as my first and it’s fantastic. It helps me to remember to have proper grip and it helped me a lot with safety.
Me and my wife both got the EZ fof our 1sr gun and love them. We are both getting older and its great for lack of hand strength and dexterity. And it shoots awesome!!
Nice video. Here's my list of guns for the first time buyer: 1. Sig P320 Compact 9mm. 2. S & W M2.0 Compact 9mm. 3. Glock 19. 4. S & W Model 66 combat. I tried to come up with a #5 but why? A first time buyer can't go wrong with any of these.
Looking at a s & w m & p shield 9mm. Thoughts?
Excellent video. I've been carrying for about a decade or so, and I'm still learning. One point of "contention" though. It would seem that hanging a light on the gun tells the bad-guy exactly where to shoot.
i own and have CC'd the G3, its amazing and reliable has yet to let me down. great vid👍👍🤙
I carry the glock 26 gen 4. My favorite
thank you for sharing!
Im new to this channel and im definitely gonna stick around very cool wholesome content i felt like i was sitting at the table with yall just talking!! Thanks for the help Thursday i pick up my Cz p-10 c
I'm going to be a first time gun buyer. I found this to be one of the best videos I've seen so far. Thank you.
You guys are very knowledgeable, very informative, and most of all (for me anyway) very humble. Great video. Great in depth, detailed, video. Thank you. First time watching one of your videos and I subscribed.
Thx for the Information
I recommend please as u said new shooters therefore because they are new to this, it would be nice to write the names for them because New Shooters have no idea regarding these names.
Cheers
For example p365.
New shooters doesn't know what's that.
Cheers
wish I could "like" this comment 100x
Maybe I missed it, but one ergonomic gun which doesn't need a thumb safety is the Springfield XD9, mod 2.
As a semi-experienced shooter, I completely agree with your rationale. When I got back into firearms last year, I traded my .40 cal handgun for a full sized Walther 9mm. Then I went to the H&K VP9SK. As months went on, I added added a 1911, revolvers, ARs, micro compacts for carry, and other fun stuff. Much like riding a motorcycle, there is a logical progression.
A top in each category rundown would have been nice. Thanks for the insight!
Once you get into the "full size" guns, the 40 cal is not that bad. Especially now when 9mm HP is so hard to find....40 cal HP is a great option.
40 gets a ton of hate it doesn't deserve. Once you've practiced a while 40 is great. And like you said when it comes to the larger guns recoil isn't much more than a nine and is easily controllable. I like 9 and for the new shooter definitely the better option of the two, but I think the main reason it's so popular today is just the price of ammo.
showing a little too much love for the strikers, revolvers and old school auto loaders are just as easy to operate and train with as the poly's.
Objectively false
@@NOT-FINANCIAL-ADVICE. oh you are gonna have to prove your statement! any competent shooter will need 5 to 10 minutes of instruction (which is usually not included with the sale) on an unfamiliar handgun and about 100 rounds of ammo to get the feel of the weapon, then practice, practice, practice. any untrained shooter needs about an hour of basics and about 100 rounds with hand holding, then another 100 rounds of confidence building, then practice, practice, practice. the handgun in question won't matter, the practice, practice, practice is what matters.
Just wanted to throw some positivity your way, I really appreciated your comments about 3:30 about inclusivity regarding new gun owners etc. I hate the negative stigma about gun owners and it's always really great when I see knowledgeable people breaking that and really showing that it's not for just some people (race/political party/etc), it's for anyone and everyone.
Well done. You covered a lot of ground in a clear, understandable way. Appreciate your tandem comments. You included a Walther PPS. Would have liked to have heard abt their PPQ. Imho it is one of the very best.
Agreed
Ruger security 9 is the gun I learned on. It's awesome. Full size, low recoil, fits nicely in my hand, and good trigger. Plus it's around $350 👌
yeah Ruger security 9 was my first as well i got it last February and it was an amazing experience. it can with a viridian laser which was cool as well. Im moving up to bigger caliber and more expensive lucrative brands but my security 9 is like Pikachu to me now ill love it forever greatest starter gun ever.
New viewer/shooter here. May I suggest some title editing for each firearm discussed and maybe a detailed list in the video description? Y'all jump around to different models a lot and its hard to keep track.
Very informative though!
I agree. A detailed list with indicated level of recommendations would be much appreciated.
I would start out with revolvers until you start getting comfortable with the semi automatics. I tried different pistols but the one I really love is a CZ 75B. Very accurate and very well made. I love this so much I even got the CZ compact. In the future I might even get a CZ upgrade.
All my handguns have been mostly Ruger and one Glock. I loved all of them and would always recommend those firearms to a "Newbie". I myself am still learning things I never used to consider when I first started buying firearms. Goodluck to all the folks just trying to own piece of mind and an extra tool for your everyday lives in 2021. Yall stay safe.
I love that flag in the back. Also, the way you both are commenting is awesome. Great Video!
Hmm, my first handgun was a Ruger GP100 with a 6" barrel. I thought it was easy to be accurate with it and I used to introduce several people to shooting that felt the same.
I have the same one ayy
Thank you that was really helpful for me.
Elaina Weeks its an easy and great gun to get people started with shooting. Its a revolver but it shoots .22 LR ammunition so basically no recoil. Like i said a great small gun to get anyone introduced to shooting
You guys should do. Staging and boxing/casing fire-arms from kids and others in the family, please. great video btw!
A straight double action gun is actually ideal to learn with weather it's a revolver or not. The long trigger pull will help with your trigger manipulation. That being said, I personally love my 320 and 365. If you don't like the grip length of the p365 you could look at the p365xl or at least put a 365xl grip module on a standard 365. The xl grip module makes a big difference
New shooters should learn to master iron sights before moving to optics....
Yep even my little daughter will tell you that
I might have to disagree. New shooters aren't always young shooters. My parents who are well into their 50s just got into shooting and they have a hard time picking up iron sights then they shoot my Polymer 80 Glock 17 build with my Holosun 507C and can pick up the dot just fine.
Yes master
@@danieldeleon8001 I started shooting at 56...my eyes are decent...still should learn the mechanics even if you move quickly to optics. No harm...all good. Besides, who doesn't love a challenge?
Oh really
My first was a Ruger lc9s loved it as my first and still to this day is one of my favorites
Great ccw!
jord heinz the upgraded “s“ is much better.
My 1st gun just bought last month was the Taurus G3 an love it the sights do suck lol but still easy to shoot not to much recoil. Great magazine size comes with 2. 1 with 15 rounds another with 17. Grip texture is awesome an feels great in the hands. True not many accessories for it. But if you look deep enough you will find stuff i have a laser/ flashlight combo. Also have a Red dot an mounting plate ordered.
Thank you both for this video. This is definitely informative. I'm working on getting my first ever gun. Always wanted to conceal and carry. I used to be very interested about Glock just for the name. After viewing this video, I saw your info on the CZ P10. I know Glocks are reliable but CZ is rated as well as Glocks and u get more for your money and look much better.
Dude let me answer you, yes. I started with the p10c and it is a pleasure in every way. as a noob I was putting rounds through the center at 10-15 yards while strafing and firing from behind cover. Better sights than Glock, better trigger than Glock, better grip than Glock. It feels incredibly light in hand and yet falls back into sight quickly. My Father In Law has been shooting for over 50 years and shot it for the first time yesterday and fell in love immediately.
@@pepperelliott yeah cz is definitely bang for your buck and fantastic quality. im actually looking into getting the cz p07. the omega trigger hammer system and the look of the p07 has my eye and I've heard so many great reviews for that one. the serrations on the slide are smart and look really nice
Glock 19 or 2.0 compact .... basically the iPhone and Galaxy of the gun world ... you really can't go wrong with either of them
I'm a Glock guy but, yeah, the M and Ps are very nice. In some ways superior. But I like how lightweight Glocks are.
How about Glock 26
Have a Glock 19 and an M&P 9 Shield love both of them. The shield isn’t as hard to shoot or jumpy as he says with the extended mag, that’s included, in my opinion just hate the 8+1 capacity.
@@drp24d Glock 19 a good bedside gun take it with you when you go camping . I like to go camping , hiking exploring with couple friends we were only carrying a 38 snubnose and a Ruger lcp we need new guns lol I shot a water mocaisin with the 38
@@drp24d the mnp sheild and Glock 26 are comparable their is just something about a sub compact pistol .
I just swoon when seeing all the handguns laid out like that.
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You guys are awesome. Keep the information and good content flowing.
Very helpful video! Provided a good base on things to look for and specific guns to look into further. Thank you 🙏🏼
How do you have such an awesome collection and not one Beretta?
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28:01 "The biggest safety is in between your eyes"
...the bridge of my nose? /s
Smol brains
It always cracks me up when CZcamsrs say multiple times how they've been safety checked. I don't have a magical teleportation smartphone and I don't think any of the other viewers do either :)