While I agree with you to a degree, there are differences in the
requirements for military sidearms vs. civilian self-defense. Most
obviously, military sidearms don’t need to be concealed. That is not a
requirement while on the civilian side of things concealment is very
important. Not everyone can conceal a full sized duty gun nor would we
really want the weight of one dragging at us all day as we’re schlepping
groceries or whatever. Military sidearms are designed for guys who have an
expectation of going into combat. They train for it, regularly (or should)
and so, some thinks like the controls (manual safeties, de-cockers, etc.)
are probably desirable. For a civilian, even one who tries to be as
prepared as possible, a gunfight is going to be an unexpected and shocking
event. Fewer controls and simpler manual of arms would probably be a better
option, in an adrenaline dump situation simpler is better and anything
requiring fine motor skills is almost a pipe dream. Training can overcome
that but how many of us “productive citizens” have the time or money to
train and practice as much as we should? The KISS helps maximize training
time. The bad guys engaged by military forces tends to be different as
well. Instances of needing a firearm for self-defense is, honestly, pretty
rare. Even more rare would be occasions where the opponent is
expecting/hoping to die and just wants to take out as many good guys as
possible. Hardened targets and body armor are probably just as rare. This
makes some difference in ammo and caliber selection. If I am limited to
ball ammo and may need to punch through some type of armor I would pick
certain calibers over others. Since I am civilian and can use modern
expanding ammo and will probably never need to punch rounds through armor
or cover I will likely pick a different caliber…
Good video, keep ’em coming.
I was pondering this just a little while ago, say you need to carry as
minimalist as possible and you needed something with less rounds but you
just as accurate with say. 45 acp wouldn’t less rounds of a larger caliber
make much difference than 9mm? Don’t get me wrong I mean in my OPINION
before I get dog pield, I believe the glock 19 is one of the best all
around handguns because it works regardless of what you do to it, at least
mine does, OK enough with that got side tracked but does the difference in
if you have to carry less rounds does caliber really become a question?
i dont mean to get off topic but your Ash Williams cartoon guy as your
profile pic is beyond bad ass, Army of darkness is definitely in my top 3
favorite movies. keep up the awesome videos, i always learn something or
have something to think about afterwards.
I’ve kind of got stuff that almost the same ask to me. Like was talking
to someone about one my guns and I said it was a 9mm and someone listing in
say ain’t 9mm ill legal and they though law in for cement was the only
people that could have 9mm. The other day talking about reloading and was
talking about the powered I was using and told the person was talking to
where the can buy a pound of different types of powered and you know what I
got the same thing again isn’t it illegal to have that. Lol some time you
get ask question out of no where
I look at it this way: if I’m ever going to have to deploy a handgun for
self defense I want a combat handgun. Whats my daily carry? A glock 17 with
a tlr1s tac light OR a beretta 92fs. While small pocket pistols and
revolvers may work, a combat handgun will work even better. The only
disadvantage is that people don’t want to commit to carrying a full sized
handgun. Carry guns are a balance between firepower, concealibility,
shootablility, and accuracy. The only disadvantage to me for a combat
handgun is that it’s a little harder to conceal, but I carry my beretta
most often than not and nobody notices; plus, I never leave home with out
it. It’s a commitment people don’t care to make.
If I’m carrying concealed then I want the maximum capacity with the biggest
round that I deem “potent” enough in a concealable package, with a spare
magazine to boot. Since I have no backup to this capacity then I want more
than enough to get me out of a jam.
If I’m defending my castle then I prefer something non concealable, with a
hell of a lot more power, in a package that makes the bravest thief want to
sh*t their pants. I love combat handguns for what they are, but if I have
a choice, and my life is at stake, I’m protecting mine with a rifle or
shotgun.
I’m with you on this one. These firearms were designed to serve in a
military setting. I feel like they serve a dual role. In a self defense
situation, you do want enough capacity to eliminate the threat and get out.
High cap also means you can stay in a fight much longer. Streamline is
the name of the game.
I agree but have you tried the m&p shield? I just got one it’s like Yager
said it’s the smallest fighting pistol he’s ever seen. It’s very
comfortable to shoot. And I added a Pearce grip on the 7 round magazine for
better grip.
I don’t agree with almost anything. Just because it was used by the
military doesnt mean its good. The military usually just gets something
that barely gets by because its very cheap
CCW holder is not police or military… So, whether its 20 – 9mm or 5 – 38,
you are responsible (civil and legal) for every round fired regardless of
caliber or capacity… Given all the police and CCW’s tried in the media
and court room, I’d be more concerned with connecting on the first shots
rather then spraying the whole mag …
you make an interesting point. i follow your logic about 80%. while a
combat/military/police side arm is a good place to start the hunt everyone
is different and smaller arms such as the Beretta nano or Ruger LCP
shouldn’t be over looked for smaller built ppl.
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My AR pistol is a handgun. I totally can conceal it under a Mexican poncho
too.
★★★★★
CCWs & Open Carriers face the same streets that peace officers do !
There you have it.
While I agree with you to a degree, there are differences in the
requirements for military sidearms vs. civilian self-defense. Most
obviously, military sidearms don’t need to be concealed. That is not a
requirement while on the civilian side of things concealment is very
important. Not everyone can conceal a full sized duty gun nor would we
really want the weight of one dragging at us all day as we’re schlepping
groceries or whatever. Military sidearms are designed for guys who have an
expectation of going into combat. They train for it, regularly (or should)
and so, some thinks like the controls (manual safeties, de-cockers, etc.)
are probably desirable. For a civilian, even one who tries to be as
prepared as possible, a gunfight is going to be an unexpected and shocking
event. Fewer controls and simpler manual of arms would probably be a better
option, in an adrenaline dump situation simpler is better and anything
requiring fine motor skills is almost a pipe dream. Training can overcome
that but how many of us “productive citizens” have the time or money to
train and practice as much as we should? The KISS helps maximize training
time. The bad guys engaged by military forces tends to be different as
well. Instances of needing a firearm for self-defense is, honestly, pretty
rare. Even more rare would be occasions where the opponent is
expecting/hoping to die and just wants to take out as many good guys as
possible. Hardened targets and body armor are probably just as rare. This
makes some difference in ammo and caliber selection. If I am limited to
ball ammo and may need to punch through some type of armor I would pick
certain calibers over others. Since I am civilian and can use modern
expanding ammo and will probably never need to punch rounds through armor
or cover I will likely pick a different caliber…
Good video, keep ’em coming.
do you like the beretta px4 storm? or favorite beretta model?
I was pondering this just a little while ago, say you need to carry as
minimalist as possible and you needed something with less rounds but you
just as accurate with say. 45 acp wouldn’t less rounds of a larger caliber
make much difference than 9mm? Don’t get me wrong I mean in my OPINION
before I get dog pield, I believe the glock 19 is one of the best all
around handguns because it works regardless of what you do to it, at least
mine does, OK enough with that got side tracked but does the difference in
if you have to carry less rounds does caliber really become a question?
i dont mean to get off topic but your Ash Williams cartoon guy as your
profile pic is beyond bad ass, Army of darkness is definitely in my top 3
favorite movies. keep up the awesome videos, i always learn something or
have something to think about afterwards.
Talk to anyone whose ever had to pull and shoot their gun in a fight. Has
any one of them ever said they wish they had less rounds?
Ok, great video as always, but why would u keep the gun loaded for the
video? That just seems unsafe
Be it 7 rounds or 17 a fighting pistol is a fighting pistol
I’ve kind of got stuff that almost the same ask to me. Like was talking
to someone about one my guns and I said it was a 9mm and someone listing in
say ain’t 9mm ill legal and they though law in for cement was the only
people that could have 9mm. The other day talking about reloading and was
talking about the powered I was using and told the person was talking to
where the can buy a pound of different types of powered and you know what I
got the same thing again isn’t it illegal to have that. Lol some time you
get ask question out of no where
agree with you…my new ppq m2 with extended mag holds 18
just curious what kind of ammo do u use? for 9mm i like speer 124+p or hst
147+p
this sounded alot like a glock promo video.
Please let me know what grips are on that 1911 ?
Aloha! may I ask what the very nice ammo was?
I look at it this way: if I’m ever going to have to deploy a handgun for
self defense I want a combat handgun. Whats my daily carry? A glock 17 with
a tlr1s tac light OR a beretta 92fs. While small pocket pistols and
revolvers may work, a combat handgun will work even better. The only
disadvantage is that people don’t want to commit to carrying a full sized
handgun. Carry guns are a balance between firepower, concealibility,
shootablility, and accuracy. The only disadvantage to me for a combat
handgun is that it’s a little harder to conceal, but I carry my beretta
most often than not and nobody notices; plus, I never leave home with out
it. It’s a commitment people don’t care to make.
great comparison!!
I also believe thst they are one in the same.
I carried a bodygaurd 380 all summer I would not go into combat with it but
I could defend myself with it at close range effectively
That is one pretty 1911. Good vid.
If I’m carrying concealed then I want the maximum capacity with the biggest
round that I deem “potent” enough in a concealable package, with a spare
magazine to boot. Since I have no backup to this capacity then I want more
than enough to get me out of a jam.
If I’m defending my castle then I prefer something non concealable, with a
hell of a lot more power, in a package that makes the bravest thief want to
sh*t their pants. I love combat handguns for what they are, but if I have
a choice, and my life is at stake, I’m protecting mine with a rifle or
shotgun.
Choices are always good.
I carry a full size Colt 1911 steel frame. Use the correct holster and
belt. That and get the sand out of your vagina.
I’m with you on this one. These firearms were designed to serve in a
military setting. I feel like they serve a dual role. In a self defense
situation, you do want enough capacity to eliminate the threat and get out.
High cap also means you can stay in a fight much longer. Streamline is
the name of the game.
I don’t mean to sound like a dumbass, but what exactly is the difference
between a self defense handgun and a combat sidearm?
Another analogy would be is how NASCAR & NHRA performance & safety parts
systems trickle down to EDC
“every day car”,,, Or truck
I agree but have you tried the m&p shield? I just got one it’s like Yager
said it’s the smallest fighting pistol he’s ever seen. It’s very
comfortable to shoot. And I added a Pearce grip on the 7 round magazine for
better grip.
quick question arent combat sidearms used for self defence by people in
combat so isnt it the same thing
I don’t agree with almost anything. Just because it was used by the
military doesnt mean its good. The military usually just gets something
that barely gets by because its very cheap
I love my glock 17, I feel its an all around pistol.
CCW holder is not police or military… So, whether its 20 – 9mm or 5 – 38,
you are responsible (civil and legal) for every round fired regardless of
caliber or capacity… Given all the police and CCW’s tried in the media
and court room, I’d be more concerned with connecting on the first shots
rather then spraying the whole mag …
I love my glock 17, I feel its an all around pistol.
you make an interesting point. i follow your logic about 80%. while a
combat/military/police side arm is a good place to start the hunt everyone
is different and smaller arms such as the Beretta nano or Ruger LCP
shouldn’t be over looked for smaller built ppl.