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Fun Gun Reviews Presents: "World Gone Mad: How to Defend Your Home & Family". After our recent Break-In we've taken additional steps to protect and defend our home and family.
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@RamBowMike 10 лет назад

The best part of the film is when you said: Police will not be there to protect you, but will sure be there to arrest you.

@C.Brown5150 4 года назад

You gotta be careful, and stay on point. Stay with in the Law, but because of the way of some folks thinking,, well that's the problem, their not thinking. So at that point, it's definitely myself or them... And now I'm the Law, and I'm not arresting..... Stay safe, Stay strong and focused.. But most of all:: Stay American Proud!!!👍

@karinamachadoescobar20 4 года назад

Great video content! Apologies for the intrusion, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you researched - Mahorrla Defence Wisdom Method (do a google search)? It is a good exclusive product for securing your home from danger minus the normal expense. Ive heard some great things about it and my cousin at very last got amazing results with it.

@mannyCA 10 лет назад

Carry constantly, especially around the house. Stay safe.

@rogerdvorak6045 6 лет назад

Agree.

@backwoods6334 5 лет назад

Agree soon as I wake up my ccw goes on my person and never leaves until I go to bed for the night

@drchangtorres 5 лет назад

You got that right brother!

@techworld5517 5 лет назад

mannyCA if they break into your house and you have children your probably going to use your gun but when all said and done you can go to jail because you killed the intruder. What do you do???

@kratomgaming 2 года назад

And always sleep with a gun under your pillow! ;)

@jamesvogel1915 7 лет назад

I feel your pain. I have been involved in a few armed violent encounters. Here are some things to consider in a home invasion. 1.Have hearing protection for everyone in your family that is going to fight. 2.12ga. Pump with 18 to 20 inch barrel. OObuck. With a good light. And a side saddle with extra ammo. 3. Body armor next to the bed if you have time wear it. 4. Stay where you are make the bad guys come to you. 5. Have a predetermined field of fire.(a position with cover or concealment. 6. Get small lie on the floor weapon covering field of fire. Try to shoot from low to high. Head shots. Bad guys wear armor now. 7. Because he went down does not mean he was hit. Stop the threat with multi hits. 8. Use the weapon light. Once you have identified the threat do not hesitate if the intruder does not stop when told to. 8. Again, do not hesitate if the intruder(s) does not immediately stop. If he wants to leave let him go. 9. You will win every fight you never have. 10. As you fight, or when the attack has stopped, top off your shotgun. Shoot then move. Shoot and move. Shoot and move. 11. Be ready to fight until the police arrive. Don't think its over when the shooting stops. 12. Keep medical supplies in the room or place you are defending. Compression bandages and a tourniquet or 2. 13. If you have a partner have them call the police tell them where live, who you are, and where you are in the house then do not hang up but put the phone down receiver up so police can hear you. Before fight begins if possible. 14. Try to turn fear into anger or fierceness. Be determined to stay in the fight if you are wounded. I have perimeter cameras set up 8 around my home that are hard wired and attached to the TV in my bedroom. Entry points to my yard are double perimeter. The cameras are infra red and hidden. I think it is better if they don't know you can see them entering your property. The cameras have motion detectors and send an email with picture to my phone along with an audio notice.. Signs telling people that you will kill them can be used against you in court if you are involved in a shooting. I keep 50 rounds of OO buck on a bandolier next to the shotgun. Tell all family members that if they hear you scream the code word or gunfire, everyone gets on the floor. Any one left standing gets shot. Makes target ID easier. If you see an intruder and he has a weapon, do not give a verbal warning. Shoot the moment you identified the weapon. If you are pointing your weapon at the attacker and he moves closer than 15 ft commence firing, even if you can not identify a weapon. He could take yours. Follow these rules and you may live. Remember bullets go 2 directions, incoming and outgoing. No mercy. They broke into your home. May God Bless and protect you and your family. Sincerely, Az Slim.

@Satchmoeddie 6 лет назад

Yeah right. If Congress would have got off their fat corporate subsidized asses and passed the hearing protection act, we could have a suppressor on the "house gun". Will I have time for everyone in the house to don their earmuffs or ear plugs? Hell NO! Be prepared to have your ears ring for the next day or two. The Browning .22 SA sounds like a BB gun, but it's only .22LR, however 13 .22LR rounds is something I'd rather not have shot into my body. Being a semi-auto and a perfectly balanced little rifle it's super easy to put all the round on target really fast. 00 Buck is super overkill for inside the home. I removed the slugs & 00 for the "house gun 12ga" and went to #1 Buck, #4 Buck, and #5 Birdshot, and this is too heavy for a modern home. I have plaster over drywall, so it's okay for my home. #5 or even #7 won't spread enough in the average sized room enough to make any difference, at all. If the intruder(s) turn and run, let them run. DO NOT SHOOT ANYONE FLEEING, IN THE BACK. Arizona law in NOT 15 feet, it's 21 feet, or 7 yards. Anyone with a knife, screwdriver, ice pick, or bat, is fair game at 7 yards or less. You'd be surprised how fast someone can close that 21 feet to 0 feet, when they rush you. I gave up on weapon lights for $2-$4 AAA battery pen lights. I always have 10 or 15 of them around, and ALWAYS have one or two clipped to my shirt, even my pajama shirt. The lights I found are super reliable, and started life as cheap bore inspection lights. They are superbly well suited for a light that can go everywhere you do, and they take AAA batteries, you can buy anywhere. I "NEVER" put signs, like "Protected by Smith & Wesson", or "Trespassers will be shot, survivors will be shot again", or "This property is protected by a Colt 1911, three nights a week, you guess which three." "Got Sig" "Glock Perfection": or even a simple "NRA" sticker ANYWHERE on ANY of my property. A simple "No trespassing" and "Beware of dog", sign are more than sufficient, along with the alarm company signs. Make sure your cameras are high definition, otherwise all a jury sees is "someone robbing you", but they cannot tell who it is, so it's not as effective as evidence, especially for a burglary, when you are not at home. Just because an attacker is down, does not mean he/she is out of the fight, so either disarm, disable (handcuff or ziptie), or dispatch them, as the situation warrants. TRY TO CALL THE POLICE BEFORE YOU DISCHARGE ANY WEAPON! THE FIRST TO CALL ALWAYS STANDS THE BETTER CHANCE IN COURT! THE SOONER YOU CALL THE POLICE, THE BETTER! LEAVE THE LINE OPEN! COMMUNICATE WITH DISPATCH, AND MAINTAIN COMMUNICATION SO THE POLICE DO NOT SHOOT YOU BY MISTAKE! I have my non engaged family members retreat to their bedrooms, or a bedroom with a door that locks. They also have access to their own stash(es) of firearms. Accommodate anyone who is elderly, but able to shoot. My mother is 82. She went from autoloading 9mm, to a .380 tip up Beretta FS86, and a Colt Detective Special. Two guns, with respectable rounds, light triggers, decent capacity, and no slides to rack. She also practices reloading, dry firing, and she even goes to the range. She LOVES going to the range! She really loves that scaled down FS92, in .380, that she can load and shoot, without any assistance. 8+1, and she practices loading, unloading, and reloading, all the time, so she can enjoy more shooting at the range. Have your cameras covering each other. In Pueblo Colorado, burglars routinely steal the cameras, first, then come back later to steal the good stuff. The neighbor's cameras usually catch them swiping a camera. By the time the neighbor discovers that video, it's too late.

@basshuntet4967 6 лет назад

Thank you james

@wizardofahhhs759 5 лет назад

You sound like a drug dealer expecting the DEA to kick in your door at any minute.😂

@John5.56 5 лет назад

I find it hard to believe that you honestly think "headshots" are going to be a viable option. For 1 when you're experiencing that adrenaline dump good luck hitting a headshot on a moving target that may be shooting back at you. And if they are wearing kevlar I'm pretty sure a shot center mass even from a handgun is going to make them reevaluate their choices

@smingjr 4 года назад

Cant aford body armour. Only a .22 with a 10 round mag. I have an ar15 but ammo is so expensive and range time is expensive. Being that I'm a student I dont have much time or money.

@hoosierdaddy2308 9 лет назад

I used to have a German Shepherd when I lived in a rural area, and myself and one other neighbor were the only people that didn't get broke into, or our houses didn't get robbed. I also had a Remington 1187 with choate stock and a mag extension, etc, with ghost ring sights, etc, that i used to keep at home. I also installed lights all around the house that would come on with movement and I of course made it hard for the bad guys by removing bushes from around the house, and we never left the same time each day, and someone was almost always at home, or we had the neighbor and I would watch each others house. He also didn't get robbed. It's so important to watch what's going on around you as you say. I'm sure I"ve avoided trouble by just watching what's going on around me when living in Indy and other big cities. Great video. I've been lucky, but it's great information you've talked about here and I hope it helps others too! T

@jparker19822009 7 лет назад

Tim Smallwood I totally feel you about this subject I live in Indianapolis so I know where you coming from now it's just hard to fine people to trust.But made we can get some coffee ☕️ sometime here my email address jpark123182@gmail.com

@akeeperofoddknowledge4956 8 лет назад

While a dog (or dogs) is the best alarm system, I always worried that the bad guys would kill them first, and when I had two German Shepherd dogs, they were far more valuable than any material possessions I had, and I don't mean monetarily. They were my best friends and would have laid down their lives for me, mine and each other. I could live with stuff being stolen, been through that, but to lose either or both if them - Hell hath no fury...

@LuisPerez-gz5ci 6 лет назад

That’s the downside to fur family....even tho they would give up their lives to defend us I could not bear knowing my dogs would no longer be with us

@estherindriani6785 4 года назад

Same feeling - and John Wick agrees too

@rickyshultz2051 3 года назад

Harm one of my dogs , you better not ever rest your eyes !

@wahoo31151 8 лет назад

"we handled it and they did leave" alright where are the bodies sootch

@ironpolux 8 лет назад

well, he has a large property so... they will never find them!!

@Julian-bq9qv 8 лет назад

Texas Rangers back in the fifties, used to say shoot, shovel and shut up.

@JD-hs7ib 7 лет назад

What kinda dumbass would risk stealing $20 worth of scrap metal ???

@11304800 7 лет назад

Dumbass drug users--steal anything for the nest hit.

@Satchmoeddie 6 лет назад

They the first visitors Jimmy Hoffa has had in almost 43 years.

@elithegreat6463 10 лет назад

You also need a means of "less than Lethal" options. If 1 of the 3 scrap metal guys wanted to dance with you and he was "unarmed" and he met his fate from your G26, you may run into issues. A G26, an extra Mag, and a 1.3 ounce can of Cold Steel "Inferno" Pepper Spray...now you're set for any threat on your property. As a retired Jersey Cop, a less lethal option should always be at hand.

@sootch00 10 лет назад

I agree. Less than Lethal is smart because not every situation requires a gun. In my shop, I keep a canister of Bear Repellent Pepper Spray and should have mentioned it. Thanks for the comment and the service you gave to your community.

@elithegreat6463 10 лет назад

Riot control sized Bear Sprays are Very Good, and even better at times for for Home Defense especially for Females. Unless you have one on a Hip Holster, the I would Recommend a small 1.3 ounce Inferno Cold Steel can, that fits great in a Cargo pocket to accompany your G26. Good luck to you securing your Home, and remember don't divulge all of your security layers you have placed or will place.

@jcaled24 10 лет назад

Sootch, I was in a similar situation, except I had repeat robberies of my property over the span of a few weeks. The situation drug out to the point I was involved with everyone from the Sheriff, DA, circuit court clerk and a lawyer. I too put up signs on my property and around my house that said things like your 'nothing here is worth your life' sign and was advised by my lawyer and the Sheriff to take them down immediately. If you ever had to defend yourself with deadly force, those signs could be used against you in court. And I live in TN with the Castle Doctrine as well.

@clamum 10 лет назад

I agree with accurate alloys; wouldn't signs like that be better for a defense? Maybe the argument why they aren't is that a jury could be persuaded to believe that you were just waiting for someone to shoot with signs like that.

@jcaled24 10 лет назад

clamum If that was the case, to aid in your defense, lawyers would probably advise people to put up signs all over their house that basically state you will kill intruders.. maybe other people have, but I'm yet to speak with that lawyer. I think most will tell you that the signs are more of a legal liability than a defensive asset. They really don't inform people of anything they don't already know.. Every robber already knows that breaking into a residence can be extremely hazardous to their health. No trespassing signs say enough without stating something that could be possibly misconstrued as a premeditated intent to kill. How do you think a T-shirt that said something along the lines of 'attacking me is not worth your life' would have helped Zimmerman? ... May make you feel tough, but that shit just hurts you.

@paulngan821 10 лет назад

I'm from Hong Kong, I'm a fans of your channel. We have a very strict gun law here is Hong Kong, that is no one should allowed to have a gun except special permission for a small gun club. Although I am far away from you but I am fully support to what you said of defense yourself and family. Stand firm !! Don't let those politician to take your rights to protect yourself and your love ones. (Sorry for my broken English)

@willislake1700 10 лет назад

This same thing happened to me. I lost a lot of valuables and my favorite pistol. I only got the pistol back. Im with you now. Alarm system video system I can view remotely. Which caught the guy coming in the second time. Old proverb says it best. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Keep up the good fight.

@CrucibleArms 10 лет назад

"Stand in the gap". Well said! I've testified on a number of occasions in front of our state legislators in defense of our civil liberties. I just participated in our precinct caucus and am now a delegate. You don't need any special skills or stature to be active in defending your rights. A citizen in good standing will always face down tyranny and oppression. Nice work sootch00!

@RealitySurvival 10 лет назад

Amen! Excellent advice as always! Thanks Sootch00!

@preppermadness6224 10 лет назад

Thanks for sharing.

@Vaul_The_Merchant 10 лет назад

Good advise on "the knock out game", Sootch. I got attacked right outside of my colleges campus while waiting for a bus last year. I'm a 21 year old, 230lb healthy male, and when he came up behind me with a brick in hand, I went out like a light with one shot. I'm in quite a predicament though. I work full time while working towards a BA at a state college, and pay the bills at home, so my disabled mother with MS, doesn't have to work in agony. This means after books, school fee's, and bills, I have nothing to spend on being prepared for whatever gets thrown at me. Two more years till im out of school. Then I can work towards having peace of mind again. Thanks for the entertainment. -- Adam

@davidlouis1068 10 лет назад

Adam you can get yourself a handgun for 200 bucks or less sometimes. If you'd like some advice for prepping on the cheap lemme know I'm an expert at it.

@sootch00 10 лет назад

Hey Adam, Sorry to hear about your attack. You can't be too careful out there. Take care Brother

@archersfriend 10 лет назад

Amen. A call to 9MM is more help than a call to 911.

@MrAudio77 10 лет назад

sometimes i call 1911

@errolwaguespack7196 5 лет назад

I call 41 Magnum

@C.Brown5150 4 года назад

Amen!!!!

@Xtreme.N 2 года назад

Real Talk! Its a god given right because in time of need u cant rely on others

@Xtreme.N 2 года назад

I call my 556 ding dong

@mikemurphyseemsliked 10 лет назад

Sootch, I've been watching your video's for a year now and have learned a great deal. Just wanted to publicly say thank you, and send our best wishes in light of the recent unfortunate events and break-in We have experienced a similar event here in Mill Valley CA (May 10th 2013) Some punk forced his way into the only accessible window in our house and ransacked the place. What's amazing is he was only in our home for 18 minutes and it completely changed our lives... My wife came home and came face to face with a clean cut kid in our driveway. He high tailed it when he realized she was the homeowner. She was so stunned and surprised she called me instead of the sheriff! When i got her call I was sitting at the gate on an airplane bound for Asia (business trip) Gotta tell you, it was a nightmare. I told her to stay in the car and call the police, which she did. The sheriff came by to inspect the house, and a very good neighbor of ours came by to help out in my absence. He boarded up the window and made certain to be at the ready in case they came back. On the front step of our house the sheriff found a small Sentry safe I'd purchased from Home Depot years ago. Inside the safe was $1000 cash. All they took was the jewelry and gold they could find in the master bedroom - The shot gun I had in the closet and Ruger revolver in the kitchen were untouched. The .22LR Rifle in the family room downstairs was undisturbed. Thankfully, nobody was hurt during the incident. Even though my wife lost some very sentimental jewelry, we are thankful that is all that was taken. And, we kind of view this as a wake up call. All in all we've been much more aware of our home security at all times since that day. Since the break in we've closed up that bathroom window (Suspecting this window was a "problem spot" I'd called a contractor the day before the break in to schedule this work) We've also bought a Canon Gun Safe, installed a ADT system and joined a neighborhood watch website called "Nextdoor Tam Valley" Its alarming how many incidents happen in our neighborhood every single week.... Sad really. The doors of our home and cars are always locked now. We've put out a "Beware of Dog" sign. Ladders and any garden tools are either hidden or locked away. Don't be naive folks. This country is changing. Protect your self and what you consider important. Be prepared. Unfortunately you don't get to choose when somebody is going to try to take what's yours or worse harm those you love. MF

@brasso4u 10 лет назад

"Underprivledged youths". Yep! That's one way to say it lol. Good video, man. Lots of good advice.

@mikesmith468 9 лет назад

aka black people

@InputHercules 4 года назад

@@mikesmith468 dude it isnt about race. People can be bad no matter what race. I have had plenty of white tweekers do crazy shit, it is the individual not a race. I am white and live in a majority black neighborhood, people are people, and some people are just bad.

@TrikiDick 10 лет назад

Sootch00, remember the tornado's that went through NC three years ago. It hit me, and destroyed EVERYTHING! I had stuff strow. All my old preps were destroyed, showing me where my flaws are. Either way, been broke in 3 times, but since I have re-built, we're now stronger and safer.

@sootch00 10 лет назад

Wow! That's incredible. It's tough to start over but thanks for not giving up! Hang in there my friend,

@TrikiDick 10 лет назад

Giving up! Who does that?

@sootch00 10 лет назад

TrikiDick Amen Brother!

@sae1095hc 10 лет назад

The 3 DBs (prolly tweekers) who were trying to steal your scrap metal are likely the same ones who broke-in.

@sootch00 10 лет назад

Yeah, As soon as I told the guy we had a break in he starting yelling that he didn't do it. LE has their eye on those guys now.

@lisahughes257 8 лет назад

Just started watching your videos tonight. I think you were the reason my husband got our alarm system a few weeks ago. I just found out tonight that he watches your videos. Thank you. Very informative.

@3204clivesinclair 10 лет назад

Good point about situational awareness and being the 'protector'. I worked in Close Protection in the UK Military and in training we were always told - look after yourself first of all. This might seem to contradict Close Protection. But if the 'protector' is out of action, he/she is useless to the person he/she is supposed to be protecting.

@LandNfan 7 лет назад

I sympathize with you about the break-in. In the last 8 years, we have had 4 thefts, although only one involved entering our house. On two occasions, a GPS was taken from my locked car in the driveway. The biggest loss was an $1100 standby generator taken from our rear patio while the gen set was still connected to the house. The actual home entry had to be by an acquaintance, as the only thing taken was a nearly full bottle of prescription pain medication I take for arthritis in my hands. Finally I said, "enough is enough," and at age 71 bought my first firearm. Now I carry every day and keep it close by when at home. I still have much to learn and much practice to do, but I am determined to do what it takes to protect my family and myself.

@GSKWARE 10 лет назад

Thank you for sharing. I have also experienced a visit by thieves in the past. My home was not breached, but a utility trailer was taken from my driveway in broad daylight. My views on how to secure a home and situational awareness were changed that day. Prayers lifted for your family during this time. Stay strong, Sir!

@againstalloddzfreedomforli1383 10 лет назад

Be vigilant and safe Sootch. Thank God no one was home when that happened but you always got to look at the surroundings on your property. Sometimes even people you might know could do dumb things. Be safe and God bless you and your family.

@AustinKenley1993 10 лет назад

Definitely an eye opener. I had two handguns and a shotgun at the ready even when I wasn't home. When I leave, they get locked up now. Thanks for raising awareness through this. God bless, brother.

@Jadedm3 10 лет назад

I think it's great that you say "when seconds count, the police are only 35 minutes away." It's a truth that the majority of Americans just don't understand. Keep up the good work.

@11B30Inf 9 лет назад

98% of the time the police never arrive in time to stop people from robbing you. Their be their on time to either call a ambulance for you.... or to mark the chalk line of you now cold prone body. Your the first line of defense folks.... not the police.

@11B30Inf 9 лет назад

Mike Smith Maybe because your are too stupid to realize that you been dumb down by the very political correct education you have received pajama boy. May I suggest you go back to night school to get your GED?

@mikesmith468 9 лет назад

***** Thanks for the suggestions Einstein.

@11B30Inf 9 лет назад

Mike Smith Your welcome king of the village idiots...

@kokorico06 9 лет назад

They are never there when you need them only when money is involved they surely come

@geezer652 8 лет назад

+11B30Inf - The Armed Responsible Citizen prevents crime. Law Enforcement comes to clean up the gore. Criminals get the idea, eventually. (If they survive long enough.)

@O23pSt 10 лет назад

I thank you and your family for posting that video to open our eyes . Sometimes it's the ones we invite into our homes that do the most damage - Stay Strong!

@HerbWalker 10 лет назад

I did that 'nose trick' in 1974...on a dark & rainy night in Germany----with a loaders hatch('bout like a MAN HOLE COVER), on an M60A1 TANK!! LOL OMG did that HURT.I STILL wear that "TANK SCAR":)

@OnyxATX 9 лет назад

I'm just a normal guy, I take care of my family, aware of surroundings, avoid dangerous places... basically everything the normal law abiding responsible citizen does. I've had my house broken into twice (two separate places, not where I live now), my car half a dozen times. I had a group of four men approach me and say "Your bitch is ours" in an attempted robbery and kidnapping. Long story short, I took a beer bottle to the face and a fist to the jaw. The young woman with us was safe, as was my wallet. They ran like cowards. I've been shot at twice. All of these, completely random things... not in dangerous places, just crazy.... absolutely insane this stuff happens. A guy asked me for a light on an empty street... I realized he was looking behind me. I turned to see a man walking up behind me quickly with a hood over his face. The coward asking me stood in front of me and closed distance trying to lock me into position. I said "Sure, one second" and reached under my coat near my pocket. They both ran as fast as could be when they saw what my hand was on. I've never had to fire a gun in self defense, but there have been so many times where situational awareness, being prepared for anything, and more importantly the balls to stand up and be a man have shown importance. The biggest one being preventing a kidnapping and most likely rape.

@kabianmccoy3513 9 лет назад

Dude that messed up that that happened

@OnyxATX 9 лет назад

Texas now, but the events above were in very liberal states. Funny now that works! And yea, it's messed up but sadly, it happens.

@SUGAR_XYLER 9 лет назад

~ If you drive an expensive car you're just asking for it ! ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////

@mikesmith468 9 лет назад

You must live around black people.

@nateo200 9 лет назад

SUGAR XYLER If you wear revealing clothes your just asking for it! See what I did there?

@OrGaNiCsOuRkUsH 10 лет назад

Thank you Sooch for such an informative video! You are a true American patriot, we salute you brother and stand with you shoulder to shoulder defending liberty and freedom. You are a great hero and mentor.

@austria.outdoor4172 10 лет назад

Sootch you are really on the right track. I come from Austria, the country next to Germany and also here in our "civilized" Europe, as it's ever called, we get more and more bad guys. I live in a house with 12 apartments and last year we had three break ins in our basement and one in our underground garage and someone set fire to our big dust bins in front of the house for two times. So I agree with you that protection is so necessary in present time. So the bad thing is, that the gun-law in Austria is really strict, but I managed it to get the warrant to have a gun at home, so I am able to protect myself and my family in our apartment. We good guys have to brace up to make our life and our world as safe as possible and in my opinion it's really a crime when politicians are going to forbid guns, because we are the good ones so we have the right to protect our lives. God bless you sootch, you are really one of the good ones.

@GM8101PHX 4 года назад

I live in Arizona, a gun friendly state if any! However, I have set up my home so that my Last resort is my gun. It is called hardening your home. The house I bought is primarily constructed of concrete 4 x 8 x 16 block. There are 3 entry doors, I stared by replacing all three doors with the typical steel insulated 6 panel entry doors, while doing this I tore out the framing to find only three points along the door fastened with small nails. I had my doors on sight, so I was able to rebuild each frame specific to the door with no gaps, shims or cheap nails. The frames are secured into the wall with 3 inch screws every 8 inches up and down both of the side frames, then the new door with it's pre built frame is also secured into the wall with 3 inch screws in between the frame screws. Hinge and lockset screws also 3 when it could be. I put an 11 inch lock re-enforcement plate to accept the knob and deadbolt locks in with 3 inch screws. I did not stop there, I bought 3 security doors to protect the steel doors. These security door screws go into solid wood and there are 12 screws per door. Next a friend at Home Depot introduced me to locking hasps. I bought 6 of these, carriage bolts and more 3 inch wood screws. When I bed down at night the hasps are also locked, this prevents a lock picker from opening the security doors. I built a steel cage around my power panel so home invaders can not shut off the power. 3 of the small windows have what is called crimsafe a baseball bat proof screen protecting them, the other 6 windows have rolling shutters typical in hurricane prone areas, these cover the entire window when closed, and store in a 7 inch square steel box overhead, looking attractive and easy to operate. I have motion sensored lights completely around the house, they come on a dusk, shut off at dawn. If the sensor is disturbed, the lights change from dim to bright automatically. 4 cameras see all windows and doors and are fed to 2 TV's in the living room and master bedroom. I can quietly call 911, give a complete description of the person without opening any doors or windows. I can also arm myself and let the 911 dispatcher know I am armed. Once police arrive my weapon is secured before I open a door to speak with the officers. The criminal would spend far too much time trying to get in before police arrive. Once the dispatchers tells the officers the homeowner is armed, they get there very quick to hopefully ensure you do not have to use deadly force. Yes money is involved, but not what you will pay an attorney to defend you if the county prosecutor decides to try you for murder!! It is always good to be in the position to not have to shoot someone. Harden your home to make unattractive to criminals!!!!

@oneeyedpatriot 10 лет назад

Another fine message! We made several security changes after you shared your initial video. Actually, I had a subliminal security thought after watching this video that I am getting ready to implement. Thanks for sharing. I am glad that you got those guys off of your property.

@HKPSG1Shooter 10 лет назад

Good warning message! Sums it up nicely enough, any idiot should be able to interpret it. Steal here, die here!

@battalion151R 6 лет назад

Loved one of your closing statements, " When seconds count, the police are only 35 minutes away.". Good video!

@208GunGeek 10 лет назад

"Be strong, be of good courage" You're a great example of that Sootch. What you and your family have been through with this break in is unsettling. You've taken very courageous steps in identifying a few weak points in in your approach to keeping your family and home secure and making the changes to turn those weak points into strong points to be better prepared. Thanks for sharing this story and your tips on how we all can make our families and homes safer.

@sootch00 10 лет назад

Thank you Brother. We learn from our mistakes and are better off. Take care!

@DynAmerican556 10 лет назад

I don't remember if I commented on that video or not, but glad you are safe. Terrible that you had the burglary at all but thank God nobody was home or got hurt. Glad you're getting a lot of support! Be safe!

@PolygonGTC 10 лет назад

Just a few days before you posted that initial break in video I had a friend have a break in as well. Between that video and yours it has made me really rethink my situation. This is a lot of great advice. Sadly, I'm a renter and I'm very limited on what I can do right now.

@PolygonGTC 10 лет назад

Thanks for the advice. I'll have to see what my situation is like in a month or so. The people I rent from are selling right now, so everything is a no go.

@STLSNIPER 10 лет назад

Great video...! My wife and I practice all the time break in home invasion situations. We have a great security system, dogs, gun safe, the works...But practicing makes you aware what needs to be done just like a fire or tornado drill in your home...Thanks again sootch00 for posting this...!!!....

@NCshooter1213 10 лет назад

Great vid Sootch!! Makes me start thinking about my security at my house.

@unstableshield8604 10 лет назад

I love your channel because the strong statements you make in regards to what it takes to be a man, and the responsibility to protect family.

@joeroy8354 10 лет назад

I adopted a puppy 4 yrs ago and she is hands down the best untrained guard dog I know! She's so protective of my family esp my girl and our daughter. And she's no joke lean cut 80lb Shepard pitbull mix

@gewamser 10 лет назад

As a retired constable who dealt with literally hundreds of burglaries over my career including quite a few caught red handed, I really can't argue with any of your advice, but I will ad a few comments. I live in a rural area and in 30 years of catching these people I never got in a firefight once. I DID pull my weapon all the time, but very few of the perps were armed. Most all were teenagers...the ones that weren't were hard core druggies or felons, caught time and time again, and few, almost none of them were armed. No break-in is typical, all are different and the "unknown" factor is the most dangerous possability. Bad guys hate dogs, get a dog that will bark. The most depressing thing about this sort of crime is the litigation that follows, which can take three years to get a conviction, a good defense lawyer can drag it out forever, can cost the victim more $$$$ than the break in itself, lost time from work while attending court, travel, legal advice, ect. ect. and even then the perps, even repeaters, will probably only get a slap on the wrist. Frustrating. Since the perps are almost always unarmed, you may find yourself with a runner you cannot legally shoot, therefore you must be prepared to get into a scuffle, and handcuffs are handy to have on your person. Less lethal alternatives like a Taser or bean bags might help, you avoid a beating or avoid litigation against you! Good luck watch that nose!

@tanksherman9875 10 лет назад

I have two well-trained German Shepherds that will wake me up if a mouse farts.

@richardsteamboat8765 5 лет назад

This video is Timeless and very straight to the point which is protecting your family property and yourself i have watched several times over and highly recommend it

@wanderingsmiles3288 9 лет назад

Thanks a bunch. This hit home. I have that "nothing here worth dying for" as my front door mat. I found it soon after having two men steal my (hitch_locked) utility trailer out of my front driveway a few months ago. I also have a camera recording at my front door now. You put me in mind, tho, that I need to get gun certified. I will get that started this week. I have had lessons and I do practice at home but have not fully certified. I am old but can still learn. Glad your family is ok.

@ManitobaWolf 10 лет назад

It's too bad you had to go through this crap, but I do think it's great that you are using it as both a learning experience for yourself, and an opportunity to educate others. Well done. Also, excellent point about situational awareness. IMO this is a priority in any self defense type situation. If you don't know what's going on around you...you are already at a dis-advantage. Thanks for another good video !

@Taprack13 10 лет назад

You can take these situations as a blessing. You have obviously learned from your mistakes and have made the proper changes, which could end up saving someone's life one day, including your own.

@onehalfmusketeer120 10 лет назад

Glad you've gotten things squared away. Went with a work buddy to pick up his very first pistol shipped to a local store. Glock 23. The assistant doing the paperwork was a 20 something girl, pretty, and new her stuff. carried a glock 34, very impressed. always good to see the women armed.

@toneholder 10 лет назад

Don, mental preparedness is the key, as you mentioned. I have been in similar situations and met face to face with the "bad guy". Glad everything turned out good for you and your family. I enjoy your insightful videos. Be safe, Don

@MrMacnaggacent 10 лет назад

I love this channel. Stay strong my friend. And you are right, one of the best things someone can do for defense is situational awareness. I preach that to all of my friends all of the time. If you know what's going on around you you can be better prepared.

@LogicBob 10 лет назад

Man Sootch, I'm sorry you had to pay that price, but there sure is a WHOLE LOTTA good coming out of that break in through these videos!! I know that, at some level, you are sacrificing some of your own security just by sharing this, and I want you to know that I really appreciate it. Sincerely man. Stay safe!

@cardiackidjones2848 9 лет назад

Sorry to hear about your break in..........glad you were not harmed!!

@gabrielperez4578 9 лет назад

I wish you well. Nothing ever really goes back to normal after something like what you have gone through, but you being proactive to minimise it from ever happening again is good. Thank the Lord. May his angels watch over you and your family.

@CitSheppard 10 лет назад

Sootch- I'm sorry to hear about your recent situation at your home. Its good see your resolve and positive approach to negative situation. Its good to see your use of sound judgement and cool mindedness that will carry you and your family through any dangerous situation. The best part of this: your family was safe and away from break-in. Stay safe Sheppard

@buzaldrin8086 10 лет назад

Glad you mentioned the Momma Bear. Whether in defense at home or in military, they are at least as important as the guys. Happy to see Momma Sootch00 in another vid firing that Shield 9mm.

@gazzaandhenri 10 лет назад

It's a shame that we can't even feel safe in our own homes.

@way2gorule521 8 лет назад

I watch this video months ago, I watched it again to refresh my memory of things we all need to do. We must be prepared. Thank you sootch

@jeffkline9191 8 лет назад

Thanks for the tips! I am currently researching security cameras for my home. One simple inexpensive thing to do is put one 3" screw for every 2 regular around the door hinges and 2 for the dead bolt receiver. Thieves in my area were simple kicking the front doors in and regular screws are very short.

@lhkraut 8 лет назад

Sootch00, I have to say, your videos are some of the best advise I have seen online! Sorry about the burglary but one thing I have noticed is you use these incidences to learn and improve your security and safety. God bless, and long live the Republic!

@pablosaro8686 10 лет назад

In Córdoba-Argentina on 04/12/2013 was no police on the streets wage problems. It was chaotic. streets were taken by thieves and opportunists. I protected my family with my guns. Good Video.

@AllAboutFragrance 10 лет назад

Don't be wicked and attack a good family's home, don't rob the place where they live. Even though good people may be bothered by trouble seven times, they are never defeated, but the wicked are overwhelmed by trouble. Proverbs 24:15-16. GOD bless you and your family sootch.

@Vtolds 10 лет назад

I bought a Liberty Revolution safe after I watched the breakin video. I have my first child on the way and I need to keep everything locked up when I am not at home. Also keeping guns and valuables safe was a important decindng factor.

@mpwvhs 10 лет назад

+sootch00 I'm glad you took the video down of the break in scene. I can say that I was the first to comment on the video stating that it was a bad idea to show the layout of your home, because that was the mistake that one youtuber did. But I love your videos please keep the advice and reviews coming!

@capnjbobo6108 10 лет назад

The other day I was at the mall, standing in the Gap........ no, but seriously, thanks for your videos. Sorry to hear about the break-in. That is one of my biggest fears. We have been fortunate to live in a state (Washington) where we are allowed to possess and use firearms without too many restrictions apart from SBRs/SBSs. I enjoy your videos so keep 'em comin'. May your family and your property be safe and sound from here on out!

@johnwizeman3894 10 лет назад

Check out the old discovery channel show It takes a thief. Really eye opening too.

@tavman33 10 лет назад

I subscribed just because of, "Be Strong, Be of Good Courage, God Bless America, Long Live the Republic". Thank you for that.

@piersonforsythe8951 10 лет назад

Because of your break in video I started locking up all my guns that I leave out. Hiding guns in my T-shirts and bed side guns. I surely learned a lesson. I will be installing a camera security system in a few days. Thanks for the videos.

@joseywales3846 10 лет назад

Great video Sootch00, I remember when there were a rash of break-ins in my neighborhood, went down to the gun shop and bought a liberty safe, then after a few years bought another one. The first one weighs about 700 lbs by itself and the recent one I just bought weighs in at 1200 pounds by itself and are bolted down to the floor. Now everytime I leave the house I have a good piece of mind. All firearms are locked in the safe with the exception of my EDC, which is always on me, yes even in the shower it is at an area in which I can get to it in arms reach. Sorry you were broken into, these days it's a crazy world. Always be aware of your surroundings! Love your channel.

@steve41557 10 лет назад

Who said "Better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6"

@mrbakerskatz 10 лет назад

Great,Great video ,Sootch, I have adopted the saying "Not Another Inch " and I have lived it for the last 2 years.Thanks for helpin to spred the word.Going to get me some of you stickers soon

@billderer 10 лет назад

I think about these sorts of things all the time, especially living in an apartment. Getting in has a natural hindrance and I home carry often. It's going out that I make a point to be as prepared as possible.

@jeremya6739 10 лет назад

There has been an epidemic of break-ins here in my area as well. I do feel pretty confident that we won't be burglarized though. We've got a top notch security system with several yard & window signs, motion activated lights that cover our entire yard, a CCTV system with infrared cameras that cover our entire property as well as inside the house and there is almost always someone at home. (Seriously, it's been more than six months since the last time the house was completely empty.) We even have a normally quiet dog that tends to get really noisy when anyone she doesn't know gets too close, and in the event of a home invasion we're also well armed and have a plan on how to deal with it. The only area that we're really lacking in seems to be our complete inability to convince my stepmother that the threat is in fact real and that she should always keep the door locked and the alarm on even during the day! She's good about doing it once the sun goes down, but she seems to think that daylight makes our area a crime free zone. It's infuriating.

@chrisreynolds3138 10 лет назад

Sorry to hear about the break in sir. My home was invaded on dec 23. Over 10,000 dollars worth of items taken and almost as much in Damage. I hope all works out. Really changes the way you look at personal safety.

@AppalachianFreedom 10 лет назад

Very thankful that you family is safe!

@Solingen1000 10 лет назад

"and now I have stickers!" lol...

@ExecuteOrder.66 10 лет назад

Sorry about the break-in, hope everything will be alright!! I live in Europe (and I'm in Law school) and it seriously sucks I have nothing to defend myself AND be protected by the law if I do have to defend myself when I have to use a tool. I can be a knife collector but I cannot use knives to defend myself, let alone being armed. We are forced to call the police and let the bad guys do whatever they want until the cops arrive and let insurance companies handle the rest. Don't let it come that far over there, exercise your rights and fight for them.

@militantx0660 9 лет назад

Good to hear that you and your family are safe! Thanks for the tips you shared here. I'm "prepared" not "paranoid".

@547Rick 8 лет назад

WOW! I'm late to your channel and new to taking security seriously. So sorry to hear about your break in. Recently I re-entered the ability to conceal carry world. I let it expire in the late 1980s. Now I'm trying to catch up with all the information available. Thanks to youtube and your channel for being able to educate all of us!

@dexterthehighchaparralranc1680 2 года назад

I am sorry that your home was break into but you are right my police in my area is at least 16 to 18 minutes away, so it’s up to me to defend my home myself my family and I have been making a lot of security precautions to secure them especially when I’m away.I am training my oldest daughter how to use a fire arms when I’m not home love your videos you take care

@bruceforster4209 10 лет назад

You are SOOOOO right about when seconds count! I keep my .40 with TWO magazines right where I can get at it at a moment's notice. Our sheriff does not like me personally. Though I have NEVER been convicted of a crime, he refuses to issue me a CCW. I do not have the funds to hire a lawyer. So, what we've decided is to lay low, stay off their radar, and ultimately leave this state. When we DO get moved, I'll get my permit there.

@Chronokid45 10 лет назад

Glad to see you guys are ok and getting some of your things replaced.

@stevesmith-ji6px 10 лет назад

words can't describe how you're feeling and what you're going through! I feel bad for you. to be violated like that. people that are willing to do such things need to be punished or they'll never learn. they will keep doing what they're doing until they seriously hurt someone or someone gets killed!! YOU DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO!!! I mean that. you have not done anything to deserve such things!! that's all i'll say!! stay strong!!

@mikemccauley8089 10 лет назад

Hate that happened sootch. Really enjoy all your videos as one sc dude to another. Good tips, had it happen few years ago, lost an old bolt action 16 ga. Hard to get over but you are taking the right steps and keep videos coming, I have so much to learn and channels like yours are a big help

@jwebb4285 7 лет назад

Scotch you are a great American. God Bless! My family is prepared and doing better at it as time goes. You provide inspiration and your videos are the best.JW

@PeteSeeker455 10 лет назад

Thank you Sootch- I'm glad to see you taking positive action out of a very negative situation. Being prepared is the best defense. Take care, Pete D.---

@edgarengler 10 лет назад

Thanks for the good info. Keeping you and your family safe takes around the clock mindset. Stay diligent.

@SuRv1v3R97 10 лет назад

"Stand In The Gap" is now my new favorite motto. Sootch, your videos are awesome. Keep up the good work.

@tstealth9412 5 лет назад

I live in an apartment complex in a small town in Nebraska. I don't worry too much about crime, but I keep my eyes open. You never know what might happen, like you said there are those who don't care about you. I feel sorry for anyone who messes with me. That's for SURE!!!

@nelsons48 9 лет назад

Thank You and may The Lord Keep You Safe!

@isaiahfurrow7414 10 лет назад

Ruger padlocks are great on sheds and outbuildings.... hope you recoup without too much trouble. Keep shining. And thanks for the wisdom. Sorry to hear about your loss, of property and piece of mind.

@jodeluna62 6 лет назад

This Is True, Respect Is Important!

@redneckoutdoors14 10 лет назад

I think it's time another "why I own a gun" video! Let's hear about these guys that where in your yard!!

@jasarii 10 лет назад

Thanks Sootch. You made my decision to purchase a large gun safe this week.

@470blp911 10 лет назад

Sorry to hear about your break in. I just got some extra protection for my home today 357 & 9mm.

@frankthomas8084 10 лет назад

Sorry to hear about your troubles, Sootch. You certainly have the situation in hand, though. Always enjoy your videos, and have learned a lot.

@mysciencenow 10 лет назад

an off site indoor storage facility is also a great idea i could never operate my home biz without it...and of course safety deposit boxes as well... those bank walls are secure.

@clmierau 10 лет назад

Very good video with lots of important advice and information. We too had our home broken into...it was years ago while we were building it. They only too tools, we were lucky. We have since moved and while I remember that time I never think about it. Our neighbor was broken into a few years ago and we still do not have a security system. Guess I'm too lax. I watch your video and my stomach gets all butterflies in it because I just don't want to deal with it but better to be pro-active than deal with the aftermath.

@matthunt5013 10 лет назад

I have a 5.11 Tactical bail out bag with 100 rounds of 7.62x54R and first aid/trauma supplies

@crazy4truth 10 лет назад

We were burglarized too. Fortunately I came home while they were still piling loot up in the house and interrupted them. They ran like hell and GOT NOTHING! However, where I failed is I fell into "normalcy bias" and tunnel vision. I was not able to give a good description of the vehicle, license plate or driver to deputies. My situational awareness NEEDS WORK!!!

@byefelicia479 9 лет назад

great vid once again. all truth spoken. we have to realize the world is going downhill and if we don't protect ourselves and fight for our rights what do we truly have as American Citizens. I'm a gun wearin USA lovin patriot and I'll be damned if I let something happen to my friends family or what we have worked so hard for... your very spot on with it.. no one could care less what happens to us as long as it benefits the bad people.