I would say early on try to go once a month to keep expense low. But if you can afford the time and money to go weekly thats great. However, most importantly would be to become familiar with the weapon, function, and manipulations. USING ZERO AMMO IN AREA. Loading, racking a slide, dry fire, trigger press, knowing the wall, etc. If you can do that for 15 minutes a day, maybe 3 days a week for a month to become familiar with your weapon, that will do more for that once a month range session than going a bunch and being uncomfortable. Definitely get some training from and instructor, that helps with understanding ways to train by yourself and safety.
When I bought my first handgun, I didn't do any research at all. Over the past two years, I've learned from my mistakes by reading, training and watching videos like this. From making purchases, conceal carrying, and training, I've gotten much better. I've had complete strangers come up to me and ask if I'm a police officer or what branch of the military I was in. Factors such as research, training, hand size, getting your conceal carry permit, having the right holster, and many others are key factors. Great video.
Damn 20-30 minutes on a background check. He freaked out talking about a day! 😂 in my state, it takes about 3-4 days maybe longer to clear a background check, and than you have to wait 10 business days to pick up your firearm. We used to have instant NICS checks for rifles and shotguns, but since the “assault weapon ban” we don’t have instant anymore. Yup it’s a 10 business day hold on everything for us!
I have never once thought to take the slide and frame apart for someone like you did at the beginning of this video. Great idea. I would definitely add dry fire as a suggestion to fill in the time that can't be spent at the range. Pencil drills, too.
Big fan of your videos man. I wish I had some more reliable folks to go shooting with on a regular basis. I definitely try and hit the range once a week but going out to the mountains to train is absolutely the most ideal. The space and ability to work from my holster, outside, is so much better than just drilling at the indoor range from a table. Though I do know that is good practice for form and reps. Again, Thank you for the content!
Thanks bro. When I started, I was shooting by myself for the 1st year or so cause I didn't have anyone either. Try some classes if you haven't already. Typically a lot of good dudes with resources to different places to shoot and knowledge in those classes.
19 all fucking day brotha, It was my very first gun, never even touched it, my friend did a private sale and needed the money, now I recently got a 43x for summer carry and so the barrel doesn’t crush my dick in certain awkward positions
Great video as always! Heck even ppl who know alot still learn something new. Never stop learning! LOL you showed a clip from my fav one about running up the stairs and getting the pew in time.. a classic.
My first purchase was an M&P Shield 9mm around 2015, I'm still trying to learn to shoot it well. My second purchase was a Glock 19, and I can be down right surgical with that pistol. Having a place to shoot and try out several guns is an absolute must! Excellent advice in this video!!
Default = Glock 19. I don’t have one, but I do have 26, 17, 34. Had to laugh at the appendix carry 34 joke. I do in fact have an appendix holster for the 34. Sitting down requires a little care.
This video really helped me understand the real way to go about purchasing a firearm. I' one of those first-time purchase mistakes made but learned from that. Wish I had seen this video ahead of time. Love your content keep them coming.
.22lr: Probably the least reliable ammo you can buy. Better than a sharp stick. .357 SIG: You can’t afford it 10mm: You can’t afford it .40S&W: You can’t afford it .45GAP: You can’t afford it or find it .45ACP: You can’t afford it .32ACP: You can’t afford it .25ACP: You can’t afford it .380ACP: You can’t afford it 9mm: You still can’t afford to train like you should, but it’s the cheapest ammo after .22lr
