Public Impressions

Gun Videos Can Work Against Us.

Among all of the stuff on web sites like You Tube there are a lot of people posting videos of themselves shooting their favorite guns or someone else shooting a gun. The problem is, many of these videos form a negative commentary about guns, gun owners and how people handle guns.

Before you post a firearms-related video on You Tube or some other site, ask yourself what it shows about you or the people in the video. It might seem funny to watch someone's girlfriend fire a .500 Magnum and fall on her backside. But I've see videos where the shooter gets hurt because they weren't told about the recoil or they were being stupid. Worse yet, some videos show people drinking while shooting or doing things that will leave debris littering the landscape. If in doubt, just don't post the video.

Some Excellent Videos
It's time for some fun & education too. There are also some excellent training videos out there if you look. Some are better than others and some are more detailed that others. For those people still looking to buy their first handgun, Gun Talk Radio's Tom Gresham has some advice on buying your first handgun.

We have had a few people with revolvers ask some basic questions about using speedloaders. One video you can watch that shows the basic use of the speedloader is from Talon Training Group. As a basic primer on using speedloaders it's a good start.

There are several video segments produced by the Thunder Ranch training center featuring shooting expert Clint Smith.

For those new to handling guns (and for some folks in need of a refresher) watch Clint's description of the three places for a handgun when carrying or using a handgun. It's just under 2-1/2 minutes.



Clint's demonstration of the TAP-RACK-BANG drill is a six minute video clip that will introduce some folks to the concept and clarify it for others. If you've ever encountered a "jam" with your pistol at the range, Clint shows how you should handle the situation during combat. He's clear and concise and I think you'll enjoy the video.

Ladies & GunsMore and more women are enjoying shooting sports and defensive pistolcraft. You don't need to be a powerlifter or a size 12 to shoot, as shown by this young woman from somewhere in Asia (I think). Looking at the groups she fired, I wouldn't want her mad at me.

And while not strictly handgun related, even some very senior citizens can have a bit of fun shooting. This "little old lady" was having a blast with a German MP-40 SMG! I love her comment at the end! Go Grandma!




Do you want to comment? editor@handgunclub.com