Navy SEAL and Army Special Forces Operator discuss Fighting Rifle Setup

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  • @tlshortyshorty5810
    @tlshortyshorty5810 4 роки тому +6311

    “I was in uniform before you were in liquid form.”
    Absolute gold.

  • @benm5913
    @benm5913 4 роки тому +3244

    "When I was between armies."
    Jesus what a phrase. Imagine going through basic with this guy.

    • @LatestHour
      @LatestHour 4 роки тому +250

      The best battle buddy ever.

    • @robotafflicition
      @robotafflicition 4 роки тому +176

      Oh you should hear the fieldcraft podcast where he goes into his life story

    • @abdullahshahbaz4745
      @abdullahshahbaz4745 4 роки тому +60

      Like how do you switch to an army of an different country 🤔

    • @cole1407
      @cole1407 4 роки тому +96

      @@abdullahshahbaz4745 My great uncle went and fought for Britian and flew a B-15 in ww2 because America wouldn't enlist him because he lost a hand in a crop duster accident.
      It can be done.

    • @TheLoneWanderererr
      @TheLoneWanderererr 4 роки тому +11

      @@robotafflicition link?

  • @USN1985dos
    @USN1985dos 4 роки тому +3859

    Jeez, that Irishman sets the bar too damn high for achievements. Irish infantry, Irish Ranger Wing, US infantry, US Special Forces *and* contracted in Africa during the 80's. Now he's a trainer at a respected outfit. What a legend.

    • @WTFisTingispingis
      @WTFisTingispingis 4 роки тому +214

      _THAT_ is what I call a resume.

    • @ericj6636
      @ericj6636 4 роки тому +209

      Don't forget, Counter Terrorism Unit after the Irish Rangers and before he went PMC

    • @USN1985dos
      @USN1985dos 4 роки тому +165

      @Joshua Bressel SAS? I doubt it. The Republic of Ireland is a completely independent nation with no affiliation with the United Kingdom. If he was to serve with the British SAS, he'd have to have joined their military, which he has never claimed to do.
      The Irish Defense Forces' counter-terrorism unit is the Army Ranger Wing, so that's most likely what he was referencing.

    • @johnwicksfoknpencil
      @johnwicksfoknpencil 4 роки тому +74

      DaveLF
      He didn’t just participate in SF, he ran their marksman program for many years and co-developed many of the doctrines and protocols they currently use.

    • @Dangling_Carrot
      @Dangling_Carrot 4 роки тому +4

      Legend? whatever.

  • @alexisdetocqueville9964
    @alexisdetocqueville9964 2 роки тому +464

    Kevin: "Oy've killed a looooooot of people wit' a .556" Me: *nervous laughter*

    • @tayler2396
      @tayler2396 9 місяців тому +2

      It's always better to be skeptical.

    • @Mr196710
      @Mr196710 7 місяців тому +1

      Why would someone have nervous laughter?

    • @KylerTony45
      @KylerTony45 4 місяці тому +1

      He didn’t say innocent people so why be nervous?

    • @PrussianPushma
      @PrussianPushma 4 місяці тому

      ​@KylerTony45 they probably were innocent, Bush did 9/11

  • @alexc9434
    @alexc9434 4 роки тому +1997

    First navy seal I’ve ever watched a video of that didn’t constantly talk about how cool he is. I like these guys a lot. Thank you so much for all of your wisdom.

    • @corail53
      @corail53 4 роки тому +81

      Instead you have a career war junkie who laughs at having killed a lot of people.

    • @johnlopez2028
      @johnlopez2028 4 роки тому +37

      Being a navy seal is cool. He has tights to brag about it not like you useless

    • @isaachousley325
      @isaachousley325 4 роки тому +90

      Thats because of the due hes standing next to and now works with. Kinda hard to brag when there's a guy next to you who can call all your achievements cute without talking crap

    • @johnlopez2028
      @johnlopez2028 4 роки тому +17

      @@isaachousley325 lol these idiots calling navy seal talkers when theyre not the ones talking but greedy producers that want to make money out of ther obvious accolades. but when a dud comes out of nowhere and cant even verify what he is talking about you haters believe it.. jsut like idiots believing SAS is the best even tho they have numerous failed mission attempts and no known achievements recently.. whereas seal team/ DEVGRU bringin home the bacon everytime they are called especially bringing down terrorist no.1.. Can there be any more idiots than you guys? lol

    • @BostonsF1nest
      @BostonsF1nest 4 роки тому +80

      All the SEALs I’ve ever met or listened to are pretty humble guys. Can’t say there’s ever been one that stood out to me as self obsessed tho I’m sure they exist, it’s definitely not the norm

  • @sberry30sb
    @sberry30sb 4 роки тому +2838

    Ranger: rifle
    SEAL: rifle
    Flannel Chad: flexing the water bottle
    Stay hydrated lads

    • @BurnedSpace
      @BurnedSpace 4 роки тому +60

      he was a green beret

    • @sberry30sb
      @sberry30sb 4 роки тому +46

      @@league5009 need "top tactical water bottle review" now

    • @DavidDoingLife
      @DavidDoingLife 4 роки тому +48

      Dehydration is the biggest killer😂

    • @Amazonuser1717
      @Amazonuser1717 4 роки тому +3

      Star Trek Theory your not wrong

    • @cllintt
      @cllintt 4 роки тому +18

      1000%

  • @hanzcalino4958
    @hanzcalino4958 4 роки тому +772

    "I was in uniform when you were in liquid form"
    That was cool AHHAHAHA

  • @chimchu3232
    @chimchu3232 Рік тому +241

    As a beginner to the AR platform, this is honestly gold. Really cool to listen to people with real experience

    • @305dadecounty305
      @305dadecounty305 Рік тому +3

      I’m researching which AR to buy from (brand etc). Which ones are good?

    • @randomlife718
      @randomlife718 Рік тому

      ​@@305dadecounty305check out Palmetto State Armory. You can buy a complete upper and lower and ne about $330 in a solid rifle. Spend the rest of the money on ammo and training!

    • @tucker__
      @tucker__ Рік тому

      DAINEL DEFENCE DD4 R3 OR V7 starting out @@305dadecounty305

    • @maneuverrz
      @maneuverrz 11 місяців тому

      @@305dadecounty305same did u end up finding one?

    • @brossools
      @brossools 10 місяців тому

      @@305dadecounty305 When you figure out, can you tell me too?

  • @antitankautism8052
    @antitankautism8052 4 роки тому +881

    31:24 "an MP5 is good in the house, but you have to get to the house first"
    Knowledge bomb.

    • @jhalscott
      @jhalscott 4 роки тому +26

      BuT mUh Mp5 iS hK mAsTeR rAcE...

    • @genewellnapata445
      @genewellnapata445 4 роки тому +9

      @@jhalscott but u still have to get to house first, unless u wanna try mp5 fight AK in long range.

    • @MrDamning
      @MrDamning 4 роки тому +13

      @@genewellnapata445 its a joke my friend

    • @03brokenknees83
      @03brokenknees83 4 роки тому +20

      Overkill perk, problem solved.... my thumbs can handle the extra weight.

    • @jhalscott
      @jhalscott 4 роки тому +3

      DJ Anchlusszeit at least someone got me.

  • @JGstunts22
    @JGstunts22 4 роки тому +787

    You can tell the Irish guy just had an unlimited depth of information to share .. all those years in combat life .. I could listen to that dude talk about his service for hours

    • @rawazbahadin.3216
      @rawazbahadin.3216 3 роки тому +3

      Bro can you tell me what kind of gun does the guy in the middle have?

    • @williamp.4617
      @williamp.4617 3 роки тому +7

      @@rawazbahadin.3216 It's just a 13.9 URGI with a Vortex RZR HD Gen 2 1-8 and an offset t2 with a badger ordanance mount, if you want more info on the build check out his other video
      ua-cam.com/video/5BDyA6I2Ovk/v-deo.html

    • @adamhassan6301
      @adamhassan6301 2 роки тому +5

      Exactly. Does he have a podcast or been on any podcast?

    • @andrewloeschner731
      @andrewloeschner731 2 роки тому +9

      @@adamhassan6301 He did a nearly 3 hour podcast with Mike Ritland on the Mike Drop Podcast

    • @valerioamato3761
      @valerioamato3761 2 роки тому +2

      What an animal!! lol

  • @memeticist
    @memeticist 4 роки тому +1192

    The Irish guy is my new favorite person. He is the most adorable killer ever. His Lucky Charms shall never be stolen.

    • @RobZtaco
      @RobZtaco 4 роки тому +24

      This made me laugh out loud!

    • @memeticist
      @memeticist 4 роки тому +39

      @@RobZtaco Pink hearts, yellow moons, green clovers and death!

    • @jamariobrown-tolliver8163
      @jamariobrown-tolliver8163 4 роки тому +16

      The real life soap 😆😆😆

    • @memeticist
      @memeticist 4 роки тому +2

      @@jamariobrown-tolliver8163 Indeed

    • @memeticist
      @memeticist 4 роки тому +11

      @Chris Wood I'm not sure "unassuming" is the right word to describe a cat who has joined the special forces of two nations. Regardless, I just wish I could afford to take some of his training courses.

  • @509drone2
    @509drone2 2 роки тому +107

    Kevin is a legit OG. Love just listening to him talking.

  • @phoenixsavage6885
    @phoenixsavage6885 4 роки тому +12346

    I love how the Irish dude just nonchalantly says "I've killed alot of people with the 5.56". (Thank you for all of the likes)

    • @Watch4Me
      @Watch4Me 4 роки тому +1312

      I know right. When he was talking reticle sighting and said "drop him"; Garand's smile was like "I dont think you can say that on UA-cam". We are shooting at targets guys, paper. Remember...targets.

    • @SuperHornedtoad
      @SuperHornedtoad 4 роки тому +152

      @@Watch4Me Paper Marios

    • @Watch4Me
      @Watch4Me 4 роки тому +458

      @@kudumsuz5075 Define civilian. Carrying weapon or no?

    • @0toeknee0
      @0toeknee0 4 роки тому +349

      He’s the real deal.

    • @TheSexybitch0619
      @TheSexybitch0619 4 роки тому +739

      That shit was scary because you knew it wasn’t a joke lol.

  • @the_Wolf_directly
    @the_Wolf_directly 2 роки тому +1811

    4:34 Irishman talks weapon systems and calibers
    5:15 Irishman talks about killing a lot of people with .556
    5:31 Irishman talks running and gunning and barrel length (this guy wild)
    6:54 Optics discussion
    10:34 the need for a suppressor and learning from mistakes
    11:47 suppressor talk
    12:30 Ducks
    13:12 good suppressor brands
    15:17 Night vision setup
    17:53 weapon light
    18:47 Rails,
    19:36 LPVOs
    19:49 Zeroing LPVO
    21:19 rails (m lok vs pic), setup for sling carry & grip,
    22:19 red dot sights + magnifier
    24:13 the future of optics is here
    24:38 buttstock + LAW folder
    24:56 micro t2 red dot
    25:28 charging handles
    25:54 buttstocks part 2
    26:36 slings
    28:33 overall recommendations for rifle setup for GI Joe
    31:51 Get training
    32:30 Dad advice
    33:05 plugs

    • @codfishsd6155
      @codfishsd6155 2 роки тому +78

      gods work

    • @Neubtoob
      @Neubtoob 2 роки тому +135

      12:30 Ducks

    • @Ryanp1267
      @Ryanp1267 2 роки тому +29

      @@Neubtoob legend. Thanks.

    • @Zavvvvvvvvv
      @Zavvvvvvvvv 2 роки тому +9

      what a legend you are

    • @coolbreezetg6
      @coolbreezetg6 2 роки тому +5

      Legend for doing this, but also clearly a very bored guy

  • @GMANINFANTRY
    @GMANINFANTRY 4 роки тому +503

    Just sat down on the throne. Great timing.

  • @avr01
    @avr01 2 роки тому +577

    I can’t believe we can get this kind knowledge, a treasure trove of experience, for free. What a privilege to hear from these patriots, having first hand experience spreading freedom around the world. Can’t thank enough.

    • @Youtubeuser1aa
      @Youtubeuser1aa Рік тому +1

      Drool

    • @mrcruz1107
      @mrcruz1107 4 місяці тому

      I want to like the comment but it’s at 556 likes 😞

  • @AlfredFJones1776
    @AlfredFJones1776 4 роки тому +1795

    I want a video of the Irish guy talking about his times in service.
    Dude is a legit badass.

    • @photon7526
      @photon7526 4 роки тому +95

      Check out the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast, his name is Kevin P. Owens.

    • @UniquelyUsAdventures
      @UniquelyUsAdventures 4 роки тому +14

      What that guy said!

    • @pault.mccain6637
      @pault.mccain6637 4 роки тому +7

      When you have the chance to hear these guys unwind and tell their war stories...it is not to be missed.

    • @Pro2ndAmnd
      @Pro2ndAmnd 4 роки тому +3

      Thanks for the heads up on the podcast.

    • @S.C.-wo8hq
      @S.C.-wo8hq 4 роки тому +1

      He's super nonchalant.

  • @oldcorpsl440
    @oldcorpsl440 4 роки тому +130

    "Keep shooting until target is no longer a threat". We were taught this in USMC boot camp '87. Found this to be true in '91.

    • @bludmakesgrassgrow
      @bludmakesgrassgrow 4 роки тому +6

      Cops find it to be true every day.

    • @bludmakesgrassgrow
      @bludmakesgrassgrow 4 роки тому +2

      @Englewood Frank21 lmao...they do tho. Whether right or wrong.

    • @i-never-look-at-replies-lol
      @i-never-look-at-replies-lol 4 роки тому +10

      @@bludmakesgrassgrow lmao they shoot like a thousand people a year out of...350 million! Whoa sounds like we got a problem here, boys! Cops be shooting like .000001 of the population everybody, they outta control!

    • @willl7780
      @willl7780 6 місяців тому

      @@bludmakesgrassgrow There ROE is less then our soldiers over seas...

  • @Shrdzz
    @Shrdzz 4 роки тому +191

    “KEEP SHOOTING UNTIL THE TARGET IS NO LONGER A THREAT”
    I LOVE THIS GUY!!!!

    • @maxmelber5878
      @maxmelber5878 4 роки тому +3

      1000%

    • @alohabeaches7466
      @alohabeaches7466 4 роки тому +1

      Haha yea he’s a badass. Too many people get caught up in only doing hammer pairs. I forget who said it (Maybe TRex Arms), but training to do the 5-6 shots at a time is a good idea to break that habit.

    • @ronjaime3493
      @ronjaime3493 4 роки тому +3

      Totally agree but could you imagine what would be on the news. "Home Invasion attempt " intruder shot 5 times in the chest and 3 times in the head.

    • @Shrdzz
      @Shrdzz 4 роки тому +1

      Ron Jaime that would actually be quite fucked up...

    • @PrimericanIdol
      @PrimericanIdol 2 роки тому

      And if you never want to get shot, don't be a threat. 🤣

  • @kevin-haggerty
    @kevin-haggerty 2 роки тому +98

    Basically three dudes you wouldn’t want to be on the opposite end of. Love the channel GT

  • @johnsonjohnson8133
    @johnsonjohnson8133 4 роки тому +1181

    Well if my foreman wonders why I haven’t came out of the shitter for the next 35 minutes this is why

    • @2wheeleddemon999
      @2wheeleddemon999 4 роки тому +44

      If he doesn't understand or isn't in the stall next you you then you might have to find employment elsewhere. JS

    • @ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz
      @ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz 4 роки тому +13

      He can wait, this video is important.

    • @tylergarrett4498
      @tylergarrett4498 4 роки тому +2

      Get fired?

    • @Clockwork0nions
      @Clockwork0nions 4 роки тому +4

      Gotta watch in Double Speed bro!

    • @purrmitivo288
      @purrmitivo288 4 роки тому +1

      @@Clockwork0nions lmao literally did that while shitting

  • @Fastwinstondoom
    @Fastwinstondoom 4 роки тому +729

    I want to hear african mercenary stories from the mid 90's dammit!

    • @heirvulf7900
      @heirvulf7900 4 роки тому +18

      This

    • @Ideo7Z
      @Ideo7Z 4 роки тому +22

      70s and 80s would've been my choice as the golden age of that.

    • @ravenks1sr15
      @ravenks1sr15 4 роки тому +36

      I BLESS THE RAINZZZZZ DOWN N AFRIKAAAAAAAAAAA

    • @kimjongun2536
      @kimjongun2536 4 роки тому +23

      He was contracting in Somalia 3 months after black hawk down happened for 9 monthsif memory serves me right

    • @bbarnhartpd
      @bbarnhartpd 4 роки тому +1

      Agreed

  • @treycantrell6857
    @treycantrell6857 4 роки тому +1053

    When the guy next to you just whispers, “I’m just a navy seal”.... you might have some notches on your belt

    • @Ch1ch4rito14
      @Ch1ch4rito14 3 роки тому +21

      @Burger Kang I mean... technically yes but in reality no.
      The majority come from the 75th and the VAST majority come from USASOC.
      Then there are a few from sister service SOF and conventional us army infantry (ive only ever met like two conventional guys that went to delta selection and both were mountains RI’s and best ranger competitors prior to, and non selects to give you an idea of the level of excellence)

    • @robbabcock_
      @robbabcock_ 3 роки тому +7

      @@thatoldyankeesguy Or as Flannel Daddy would say, tip to butt.😂

    • @bookerwtight3457
      @bookerwtight3457 3 роки тому +9

      PJs Navy Seals and Green Berets to me is all great...l just think the Seal Team 6 and Delta Force is the most Elite Forces l think we have...One guy sit it straight about 5.56 when he said l kill alot people with 5.56 and it was funny when the other guy quietly said im just a Navy Seal you know the other guy was a beast 😆

    • @Archangel0804
      @Archangel0804 3 роки тому +4

      @@bookerwtight3457 Don't forget about Marine Corp Raiders.

    • @GarrettDavisHustle
      @GarrettDavisHustle 3 роки тому +1

      @Burger Kang not all branches

  • @johnsomebody972
    @johnsomebody972 2 роки тому +18

    As a retired vet I would like to thank both for their military service. For the SEAL I’m sure glad you on our side and s patriot. Grand Thumb thank you for posting this video I have learned much for these two.

  • @RogiTbf
    @RogiTbf 4 роки тому +872

    "The argument that, 5.56 Doesn't kill people.. I Beg to differ."
    "I Killed a lot of people with 5.56"
    What a Lad!
    edit. holy shit didnt expect this many of you to see this

    • @fubar1217
      @fubar1217 4 роки тому +15

      No dancing around that topic!!!

    • @agorillajanaeronm.4941
      @agorillajanaeronm.4941 4 роки тому +2

      that really got me funny as hell🤣🤣🤣

    • @matthewsavino
      @matthewsavino 4 роки тому +8

      @Nathan H The host knows what he's talking about, check out the rest of this channel

    • @dillonfan5635
      @dillonfan5635 4 роки тому +3

      @Joshua Bressel and daddy. Don't forget daddy

    • @bebop_557
      @bebop_557 4 роки тому +10

      One of my favorite Thunder Ranch Clint-isms: "I hear shit like .223 is a dismal cartridge and that you need to carry a 300-what-the-shit. Let me tell you something: I been running this for 50 years and I have never seen anyone shot by that gun where I'd want to take their place."

  • @vinnyambrose7514
    @vinnyambrose7514 4 роки тому +275

    "Keep shooting until target is no longer a threat" reminds me of a couple instructors telling us "Keep firing until target changes shape or catches fire". Gotta love these guys!

    • @Chezeehat
      @Chezeehat 3 роки тому +4

      The version I heard was "Keep firing until target changes shape and/or colour"

    • @johnstevens1575
      @johnstevens1575 2 роки тому +1

      Texas concealed carry classes stress that you shoot to stop the threat (sotto voce: the assailant is a threat until he stops moving [breathing]) or did about 24 years ago when I took my first one.

  • @scoe5908
    @scoe5908 4 роки тому +508

    Ladies, Gentelemen, and my often forgotten, but not by me, Rhodesian short shorts, welcome to the channel

  • @Om3nofD3ath
    @Om3nofD3ath 2 роки тому +33

    The amount of respect the two youngsters have for the wisdom is not only great form but also shows they are all professionals and passionate about what they do. Combat must be a sharp skill.

  • @callsignstag
    @callsignstag 4 роки тому +868

    You should get these guys back to talk about chest rigs and carriers

    • @parker8691
      @parker8691 4 роки тому +14

      No you should

    • @amirabboud6910
      @amirabboud6910 4 роки тому +6

      What do you need a rig for. You going out somewhere to look at the enemy for a couple days?

    • @elitesoundentertainment4950
      @elitesoundentertainment4950 4 роки тому +51

      @@amirabboud6910 American civilians with kit is the only way to be on par against tyrannical government.

    • @broughttoideas
      @broughttoideas 4 роки тому +9

      @@amirabboud6910 it would be nice to have the upper hand or atleast be a level playing field if things went south

    • @mrminiguns
      @mrminiguns 4 роки тому +18

      @@elitesoundentertainment4950 The pen, email, and ballot box is how we make a government just. The training and equipment is how we keep it that way, just like you said

  • @lunarcat1612
    @lunarcat1612 4 роки тому +764

    "What works for socom and the seal teams might not work for you!"
    Are you telling me I don't need night ocular devices and an IR laser to walk my dog through my condo association? How presumptuous. Now you sound like my wife. I hope you're happy.

    • @SadShane
      @SadShane 4 роки тому +71

      I don't know you, but I can tell we could be best friends.

    • @justinbloom1561
      @justinbloom1561 4 роки тому +5

      👍

    • @davidp4270
      @davidp4270 3 роки тому +17

      No bro don't ever let anyone keep you down you definitely need that

    • @bluemerc12
      @bluemerc12 3 роки тому +24

      You also need a radio to communicate with the dog

    • @OEFarredondo
      @OEFarredondo 3 роки тому +7

      If you want to walk your dog with a disco ball on your head just do it bruh. It’s America.

  • @kingkong893
    @kingkong893 4 роки тому +272

    Love how Irish blokes accent is still apparent mixed with a bit of an American one!

    • @ronnieholloway5057
      @ronnieholloway5057 4 роки тому +2

      I spent years 5-8 in England when my Dad was military. I couldn’t impersonate Michael Caine sober today, but after a few pints I could pass for any UK dialect on command. Maybe the phrase “whiskey helps” does have a useful meaning

    • @Sol_Invictus510
      @Sol_Invictus510 4 роки тому +2

      My best friends dad is British, but has lived in the US for most of his life and thus has a very funny accent. Still has the classic British mumble and sometimes ill just nod my head and pretend that I understand what he said.

    • @Sol_Invictus510
      @Sol_Invictus510 4 роки тому

      Ronnie Holloway 2 weeks in the UK with a Scottish roommate gave me a quirky accent on a some words and slang. When I got back stateside my friends all made fun of me for it.

    • @classicgator2434
      @classicgator2434 4 роки тому

      I mean he has been a US citizen for decades. So it makes sense

    • @moeynola6747
      @moeynola6747 4 роки тому

      He sounds like someone from Louisiana..the Cajun parts of Louisiana

  • @jonwatson8334
    @jonwatson8334 2 роки тому +36

    This segment was incredibly helpful to me, a civilian, novice shooter. The guys were awesome to learn from. It definitely gave me a solid , beginning platform of what I will look for in a combat , fighting , effective weapon.

  • @johnmclellan2257
    @johnmclellan2257 4 роки тому +2384

    Always fear an old man in a young man's profession.

    • @flamethrowerx1923
      @flamethrowerx1923 4 роки тому +80

      I just stared at this comment for at least 15 seconds and my mind was just like “they’re right”

    • @thewen
      @thewen 4 роки тому +199

      always fear an old man in a profession where men die young

    • @grnsouth1204
      @grnsouth1204 4 роки тому +29

      @@bulabroha Yes, be very, very afraid...

    • @Wolfwood428
      @Wolfwood428 4 роки тому +11

      @@bulabroha He's probably killed....

    • @NYSVO
      @NYSVO 4 роки тому +4

      why

  • @gabrieljordan8106
    @gabrieljordan8106 4 роки тому +250

    Ranger: I've killed a lot of people with 556
    SEAL: LOL
    Flannel Chad: LOL

    • @stephencao2903
      @stephencao2903 4 роки тому

      Gabriel Jordan time stamp?

    • @gabrieljordan8106
      @gabrieljordan8106 4 роки тому +1

      @@stephencao2903 5:19

    •  4 роки тому +3

      Even though I respect these guys, it just seems a little weird joking about it, lol. Like, "I killed many men, hahahaha"

    • @SG_88
      @SG_88 4 роки тому +30

      @ Humor is a way to cope with tragedy. Usually when someone is almost killed they laugh it off as a mechanism.

    • @gabrieljordan8106
      @gabrieljordan8106 4 роки тому +5

      @@SG_88 My little brother is a fireman/EMT he told me that his colleagues do the same. It's their coping mechanism. You see horrible things and the only thing you can do is laugh it off or it starts getting to you which leads many to suicide.

  • @JS-ob4oh
    @JS-ob4oh 4 роки тому +1353

    A leprechaun, a SEAL, and a thumb walked into a room... Leprechaun says, "I killed a lot of people with 556." SEAL and thumb nods in total 1000% agreement.

    • @zayl777
      @zayl777 4 роки тому +27

      Absolutely.

    • @jessabell7364
      @jessabell7364 4 роки тому +72

      Last line of his introduction on the first day of training "Mr Owens has been killing bad guys for longer than most of you people have been alive. So I suggest that you forget all of the leprechaun jokes you were about to tell."

    • @frostbitepokin9520
      @frostbitepokin9520 4 роки тому +53

      The seal writes a book about it

    • @kevinb314
      @kevinb314 4 роки тому +31

      Guys like me -"I like this ammo you should see what it does to a watermelon!"
      Him- "You should see what it does to a body after going through a car door"

    • @Zangan
      @Zangan 4 роки тому +5

      1000%

  • @sabryngibson2944
    @sabryngibson2944 Рік тому +51

    Can we just appreciate how great of a job mike does interviewing every guest he has on he always asks amazing questions to get the best information from his guests. Thank you and great job

  • @impatman1523
    @impatman1523 4 роки тому +1973

    "I've killed A LOT of people with 556"
    *everyone laughs in high body count

    • @lyndonjohnson2373
      @lyndonjohnson2373 3 роки тому +128

      Look at the SEAL's initial reaction when he says that lol. He gives the head nod like "yeah, me too!"

    • @MinecraftGuy237
      @MinecraftGuy237 3 роки тому +42

      @308 Junkie Lmao I know right. If the 5.56 can't kill then that would make the 9mm and 45 ACP the equivalent of a bb pellet.

    • @DJHeroMasta
      @DJHeroMasta 3 роки тому +20

      I pulled up my phone just to read this in the comments LMAO!

    • @teacopem
      @teacopem 3 роки тому +53

      "I've murdered a lot of people with this" everyone proceeds to laugh in pyscho

    • @MasterVideoStudios
      @MasterVideoStudios 3 роки тому +51

      lmao, he didn't murder anyone

  • @Jre-rb2ru
    @Jre-rb2ru 4 роки тому +1415

    Beware of the man who says “I’ve killed a lot of people” with a nonchalant chuckle.

    • @blkstang4830
      @blkstang4830 4 роки тому +296

      Beware of an old man in a profession where men usually die young. Old warriors did not get old by accident; they got old by being wise, having the right knowledge, and being tough. Never underestimate an old man who has grown up in a rough profession or a rough environment.

    • @tdnavy1066
      @tdnavy1066 4 роки тому +2

    • @stealthybanana8751
      @stealthybanana8751 4 роки тому +51

      @@blkstang4830 thanks plato

    • @Diceman12100
      @Diceman12100 4 роки тому +41

      FEAR THE OLD IN A PROFESSION MEN DIE YOUNG...

    • @brassvulcher8207
      @brassvulcher8207 4 роки тому +10

      Yeah I call BS on that shit..

  • @hooligan1017
    @hooligan1017 4 роки тому +1038

    Lol I don’t think there are many people in this world that can say they have served with 2 separate Special Forces groups from 2 separate nations

    • @chrishooge3442
      @chrishooge3442 3 роки тому +127

      Which is why if he recommends an offset reddot...I'm gonna...at least, give it a try.

    • @SailingSabaiSabai
      @SailingSabaiSabai 3 роки тому +15

      @@chrishooge3442 You won't regret it, pure gold.

    • @DreamZ9750
      @DreamZ9750 3 роки тому +17

      1000%

    • @2000rayc
      @2000rayc 3 роки тому +3

      LARRY THROE

    • @2000rayc
      @2000rayc 3 роки тому +3

      @@chrishooge3442 ammo cost to much for me to really try lo

  • @HaskellMoore
    @HaskellMoore Рік тому +13

    This is the best, most comprehensive, and well done presentation of its type I've seen. Great tips from guys who are "the real deal"!

  • @lukefarrell2624
    @lukefarrell2624 4 роки тому +138

    this seal was more nervous going on cam than storming rooms of terrorists, respect to him for settling into it. cool fkn dudes

    • @s0nnyburnett
      @s0nnyburnett 2 роки тому +4

      Fear of death vs embarrassing yourself in front of your peers

  • @GatCat
    @GatCat 4 роки тому +268

    Notice how low key these guys present themselves. These are some dangerous REAL DEAL actual tactical fighters. Very impressive.

    • @Fredfredbug4
      @Fredfredbug4 4 роки тому +13

      I wouldn't call "I killed a lot of people with 5.56 har har har" low key. No doubt these are dangerous dudes who probably aren't even allowed to talk about everything they've done.

    • @GatCat
      @GatCat 4 роки тому +18

      Fredfredbug4 Good point, I just meant their demeanor. I’ve seen a lot of youtube militia, it gets old.

    • @teagarden5533
      @teagarden5533 4 роки тому +31

      You've bought into a story and seen too many movies. They're not dangerous people. They're healthy, normal people who have been in combat and have full control of their judgement because of uninterrupted training. A dangerous person is a person who is powerless to their actions and lacks intentional choice; the exact opposite of these people. Dangerous people are impulsive not methodical. Dangerous people cannot reconcile the world. These people know what lines not to cross.

    • @dantheman9565
      @dantheman9565 4 роки тому +11

      @@teagarden5533 Yeah they're dangerous.

    • @Redaerd
      @Redaerd 4 роки тому +4

      @Star Trek Theory get off your high horse. its pretty cool

  • @andrews2990
    @andrews2990 4 роки тому +209

    Captain Tupolev: “Go to 105% on the reactor.”
    Garand Daddy: “Go to 1000% on the reactor.”

    • @wcw2793
      @wcw2793 4 роки тому +2

      Andrew S “Captain! What is it?! Where are we going?!”

    • @wcw2793
      @wcw2793 4 роки тому +2

      *Cues epic Basil Poledorous music*

    • @nathankillpack785
      @nathankillpack785 4 роки тому +5

      These orders are five bloody hours old

    • @joshmarenco4968
      @joshmarenco4968 4 роки тому +3

      wcw2793 We’re going to kill a friend

    • @rioplast
      @rioplast 4 роки тому +2

      Tobias Rieper correct

  • @mikewallace119
    @mikewallace119 11 місяців тому +2

    These guys are awesome... My dad was in Vietnam and is disabled from it. I've never been in the military and this information is the shit. I want to be able to protect my family when shtf. Thank you guys for your service... I'm glad I bought the Sig LPVO.. 🇺🇸

  • @OzarkW1
    @OzarkW1 4 роки тому +365

    The old Irish guy started in the mid 80s and still made special forces in the US military after 911, much props.

    • @sean-yb5hc
      @sean-yb5hc 4 роки тому +36

      Yeah no kidding...dudes like him are rare among the rare. God bless though, we got him fightin with us!

    • @roadfert
      @roadfert 4 роки тому +50

      Be wary of an older man in a young man’s game.

  • @KirShizzle
    @KirShizzle 4 роки тому +155

    You know a guy is old school when he says he started with a FAL

  • @Yeoman7
    @Yeoman7 4 роки тому +759

    You know you a badass when:
    You speak and the Navy Seal closes his mouth and opens his ears.

    • @GatCat
      @GatCat 4 роки тому +38

      Yeoman it’s an age thing.

    • @sarahkirk22
      @sarahkirk22 4 роки тому +43

      It’s 4 years of experience vs like 30 years lol

    • @isaiahmarquez9717
      @isaiahmarquez9717 4 роки тому +26

      An Irishman talking about smoking people? I’ll STFU and listen all day long. Just hand me a beer. 🍺 I knew a couple of Irishman in my time in the service. Usually great, loyal people and tough as nails.

    • @isaiahmarquez9717
      @isaiahmarquez9717 4 роки тому +14

      Christian V Not everyone. Respect is a skill that is quickly being lost in this day.

    • @HonorableHarbinger
      @HonorableHarbinger 4 роки тому +9

      That's just who he is as a person, its not because any specific individual is more 'badass' and should be heard, Smith just isn't a douchebag that talks over people

  • @robertcenname1771
    @robertcenname1771 2 роки тому +231

    I’ve watched this video 5 times. It is hands down one of the best informational videos for a rifle setup. Glad to see these 2 guys with Fieldcraft. FYI I’m a civilian, a patriot and defender of freedom.

    • @MrRickonia
      @MrRickonia 2 роки тому

      I watched it 3 times...I'm new to optics, but I was trying to find a "Vortex 1-10 LPVO" that the Irish guy mentioned to be his favorite rig "all day long". When I search for that name, I cannot seem to find a specific model. I found one that was called a "Razor" in the > $3k range, and I found some that were somewhere below $500, but do you know which specific model he was using?

    • @tyronejackson6593
      @tyronejackson6593 2 роки тому +2

      @@MrRickonia Razor

    • @matthewfonseca8466
      @matthewfonseca8466 2 роки тому +9

      Ok Trumpie

    • @malinoisnation9392
      @malinoisnation9392 2 роки тому

      What’s the big scope on the Irish guys gun?

    • @satanicmicrochipv5656
      @satanicmicrochipv5656 2 роки тому

      Derp.
      Is that what you tell yourself when you're low crawling through the petunias in your backyard dressed like a ghost recon delta force commando?
      Ya know...
      You can't be a patriot and a magacult traitor at the same time.
      Pick one or the other, swayzee.

  • @kevo278
    @kevo278 4 роки тому +634

    When you realize Daddy Garand can’t be your father because you are older than him...

    • @Lowtan
      @Lowtan 4 роки тому +21

      Damn right in the feels

    • @stxrod23
      @stxrod23 4 роки тому +32

      He's a time traveler so it's possible

    • @mrdrprof99
      @mrdrprof99 4 роки тому +23

      Impossible
      Father Thumb transcends time.

    • @Salman-qz5jk
      @Salman-qz5jk 4 роки тому +3

      I am 15

    • @Supremebean303
      @Supremebean303 4 роки тому +6

      How old is el padre flanEl

  • @6string42
    @6string42 4 роки тому +735

    THEY'RE ALWAYS AFTER ME LUCKY 556!!
    -Leprechaun Operator

  • @robgoose8126
    @robgoose8126 4 роки тому +166

    Get you somebody who smiles like Daddy when he hears "I've killed a lot of people with 5.56", when you tell them you love them.

  • @1234USMC
    @1234USMC Рік тому +5

    Coming back years later to this video. It just has so much experience and information it’s saved as one of my reference video’s. Thanks again guys for doing all you do 🤙

  • @mhomo1000
    @mhomo1000 4 роки тому +321

    Honestly, this video makes you realize that some people are born warriors.

    • @AlphariusandOmegon
      @AlphariusandOmegon 4 роки тому +18

      True certain personality traits help but with discipline and dedication you can train yourself to be a warrior.

    • @waltertodd4281
      @waltertodd4281 4 роки тому +1

      Absolutely!

    • @petermartin7371
      @petermartin7371 4 роки тому +1

      No mames waye!!😆

    • @tonyb2271
      @tonyb2271 4 роки тому +2

      The most consistent attribute of the serious warriors I've met is their low profile. I was very happy to change the batteries on their radios.

    • @bff6434
      @bff6434 4 роки тому

      True that

  • @martinofleeds
    @martinofleeds 4 роки тому +563

    The Irish Fella is pure Badass. People like him Win Wars.

    • @drossano9794
      @drossano9794 4 роки тому +10

      Check out the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast they interview him and his life story is beyond amazing, his name is Kevin P. Owens.

    • @sakihealthbars1341
      @sakihealthbars1341 4 роки тому +1

      Too bad the selection pool for special forces shrunk 10 fold since the early 2000s

    • @martinofleeds
      @martinofleeds 4 роки тому

      saki healthbars that is very true.

    • @angelchavez972
      @angelchavez972 4 роки тому

      I would want him on my side in a fight

    • @donovanchilton5817
      @donovanchilton5817 4 роки тому

      @Reinhard Heydrich there are a thousand reasons why

  • @timtebow155
    @timtebow155 4 роки тому +700

    first time in history anyone has talked more than a navy SEAL

    • @DjGhost718
      @DjGhost718 4 роки тому +5

      I was thinking the same thing

    • @keithreinert5835
      @keithreinert5835 4 роки тому +56

      That’s because the seal probably just published his first book, and busy thinking about what he’s going to put into his next book 😂

    • @vampov
      @vampov 4 роки тому +25

      Special operators are supposed to be the silent professionals and that's how I remember them my whole life until the killing of osama and so ended their secrecy.

    • @frooskys22
      @frooskys22 4 роки тому +6

      @@vampov they ended their secrecy? You just know that they killed Bin Laden and you know it after they killed him. Every spec ops do that, they want to be recognized for their merits. You don't have any idea of the operations that are doing or are going to do, also the soldier who killed Osama exposed himself.

    • @RemingtonSteel
      @RemingtonSteel 4 роки тому +1

      @bennyhondo What? Then who or what did?

  • @liberty4all885
    @liberty4all885 4 місяці тому +2

    This is my favorite GT video. I have been watching for a long time and these fieldcraft guys are awesome. Early days of Kevin and Mike Glover. It taught me a lot about cqb and shooting in general. Watching vids of Mike and Shawn Ryan showing 2, 3 , and 4 man doorway entry. I love these old videos bro

  • @ckoritko
    @ckoritko 3 роки тому +277

    As a civilian with no military or law enforcement experience, thank you for clarifying the utility of a suppressor!

    • @LIONTAMER3D
      @LIONTAMER3D 2 роки тому +22

      hiding flash AND distance: even people who hear the suppressed shots think the shooter is much farther away than they are

  • @herpmcderpingstoniiiesq.2288
    @herpmcderpingstoniiiesq.2288 4 роки тому +134

    Flannel Daddy: Thats all I got. One more thing. be the best person you can be.
    Kevin: One more thing. Pour lead in em like a foundry worker.

  • @RicardoFinnigan
    @RicardoFinnigan 4 роки тому +351

    Prolly the only time in history a Private E-1 intimidated his drill sergeants

    • @troyweatherford2428
      @troyweatherford2428 4 роки тому +84

      In MC bootcamp we had a guy who got in on an age waver and was 29, he was a paramedic when he was a teenager, then a cop, then SWAT, then a private contractor and actually fought ISIS in Syria, he also went to south America and Africa several times. Dude entered as an E-1 on a Marine recon contract.

    • @chrishooge3442
      @chrishooge3442 3 роки тому +1

      I kinda doubt he had to go back thru boot. Could be wrong.

    • @thelifeofriley1450
      @thelifeofriley1450 3 роки тому +29

      @@chrishooge3442 you have to go thru boot camp and AIT if you were in a different military. (I did in 84 with the Brit’s and the US in ‘93)

    • @chrishooge3442
      @chrishooge3442 3 роки тому +10

      @@thelifeofriley1450 That makes sense now that I think about it. Much of boot camp is teaching the Army standards. I'm curious which AIT he chose. I would think the shortest he could find and get him into an SF selection.

    • @thelifeofriley1450
      @thelifeofriley1450 3 роки тому +2

      @@chrishooge3442 probably 11b.

  • @kentuckyearl8202
    @kentuckyearl8202 2 роки тому +16

    These are men who if it really hit the fan, I'd want to follow. I will not be proud and say something stupid like "at my side." They are the real deal. Humble but dangerous. I would want nothing less or to be nothing less when protecting the people I love. Thank you for your service and sharing your knowledge with regular civilians like me.

  • @Ebola419
    @Ebola419 4 роки тому +464

    My biggest take away from this is, “1,000%”

    • @rosshixon6796
      @rosshixon6796 4 роки тому +11

      Ebola 1,000%

    • @jzo08
      @jzo08 4 роки тому +3

      Now I cant help but notice it every time. Damn you.

    • @Echo_Charlie
      @Echo_Charlie 4 роки тому +4

      I was thinking the exact same thing lol.

    • @yootoober49
      @yootoober49 4 роки тому +1

      Substandard. 2000 is more.

    • @eylonemuskson4177
      @eylonemuskson4177 4 роки тому +3

      haha yeah man, 1000%...

  • @prestonweatherby314
    @prestonweatherby314 4 роки тому +39

    Bro good seeing Aaron on this he needs more exposure he’s badass dude

  • @martinblanchard4262
    @martinblanchard4262 4 роки тому +47

    This is the best weapons and training advice vid i've ever seen. Honest and open. No BS. Intel from real, experienced operators. We need more of this.

  • @kn6dxv36
    @kn6dxv36 2 роки тому +6

    One of my favorite videos GT Thanks for amazing content. God Bless anyone who believes that citizens need to train up as much as they can and no be shamed for it. Mad Respect, we support you and you support us. The true American way.

  • @scottpomygalski6078
    @scottpomygalski6078 2 роки тому +109

    Dude, you are probably the only guy with actual Chinook flyby background, beyond Cool!! Being at the end year of my service (32yrs), I was and so am proud to be able to serve and support guys like this. It is simply a pleasure serving with military members that are steps above, know allot more, and want to put in better every day.

    • @danutinske6134
      @danutinske6134 Рік тому +4

      The first aircraft in the background was a Blackhawk, then later the Chinook.. need a Huey for us "old guys"! :)

  • @USN1985dos
    @USN1985dos 4 роки тому +624

    "If you've ever set up your rifle like someone else's, not because it worked for you, but because it worked for them..."
    Me: *Looks up from setting up one of my AR's like the GRS guys in 13 Hours*. "What?"

    • @believethehype8936
      @believethehype8936 4 роки тому +104

      Bro I run chem lights on my rig because of SOCOM US Navy SEALs II, I dont even know how to turn em on.

    • @istillhavetenfingers8150
      @istillhavetenfingers8150 4 роки тому +23

      @@believethehype8936 This guy! Hahaha

    • @johnwicksfoknpencil
      @johnwicksfoknpencil 4 роки тому +5

      BelieveTheHype
      Lmao

    • @BurnedSpace
      @BurnedSpace 4 роки тому +5

      or like the lone survivor guys

    • @IrishPennant0311
      @IrishPennant0311 4 роки тому +10

      BelieveTheHype There’s a button on the bottom. Can’t miss it.

  • @Konvinced89
    @Konvinced89 4 роки тому +139

    If you've ever listened to a Garand Thumb video in your car on the way home, and the rotors in the background sounded so real you thought your engine had started to missfire, go ahead and hit that subscribe button.

    • @rlquint4423
      @rlquint4423 4 роки тому +5

      I keep pulling my headphones out thinking something is flying over my house....

    • @ryanlangley7762
      @ryanlangley7762 4 роки тому +3

      Haha I paused the video sitting on my porch because I wasn’t sure!

    • @jmmartin7766
      @jmmartin7766 4 роки тому +3

      As a former helicopter guy, I was trying to guess whether it was a Chinook, or a CH-53e... lol!

    • @mccoybyz1099
      @mccoybyz1099 4 роки тому +1

      @@jmmartin7766I'm going with Chinook , I was thinking the exact same thing

    • @christopherlynch3314
      @christopherlynch3314 4 роки тому +1

      @@mccoybyz1099 Ding ding ding, I'm pretty sure.

  • @fog8969
    @fog8969 2 роки тому +24

    This is possibly the very best single gun community video of all time on UA-cam. Kevin Owens has to be just about the most knowledgeable and experienced authority anywhere today on weapon systems and gun fighting, and this video is packed with useful info.

  • @davidhutchinson6108
    @davidhutchinson6108 4 роки тому +58

    "Preparing [good] citizens for a worst-case scenario." Now that was informative. You need to get these guys back on the show. Thank you so much for the info.

    • @TrolloTV
      @TrolloTV 2 роки тому

      They talked about their setups in a military context though, not really oriented towards civilians. I feel like there could be a whole another video talking about similar stuff for that different context.
      For home defense stuff, you don’t need fancy lasers, slings, or two scopes

  • @alvarocardinale8910
    @alvarocardinale8910 4 роки тому +133

    "I beg to differ... I killed alot of people with 556" best phrase ever😂😂😂

    • @wendel5868
      @wendel5868 4 роки тому +1

      Our bodies are really that soft. A slingshot can do the same

    • @tyclark8162
      @tyclark8162 4 роки тому +3

      POS aren't people imho. I've earned a few hits myself. For my brothers n my country. Rock the LWRC SPR M6.

    • @petersouthernboy6327
      @petersouthernboy6327 4 роки тому

      Danger Ace - not at 3200 fps

  • @ValhallaAMV
    @ValhallaAMV 4 роки тому +32

    "I was in unifor when you were in liquid form. " never heard that one before, love it.

  • @chriskautz6357
    @chriskautz6357 2 роки тому +4

    thanks to all 3 of you for taking the time to share this real world info with us.

  • @sendit220swift3
    @sendit220swift3 4 роки тому +252

    “I’ve killed a lot of people with 5.56” HA HA Love how all three of them are Laughing!

    • @christopherandrew6545
      @christopherandrew6545 4 роки тому +33

      That Irish fella is a scary man

    • @rhinovirus2225
      @rhinovirus2225 4 роки тому +2

      @Jones very well put. It seems like alot of folks didnt get where the laughter was coming from but your explanation was basically perfect.

    • @archer721
      @archer721 4 роки тому +3

      @@robertalexander1160 - some people have to be killed so you can live your happy little life. They can't be reasoned with and have no good intentions in any fiber of their body. They exist only to feed off of the pain they inflict on others. Killing is the only thing that can fix them and I have no regrets whatsoever for those that I have fixed. Sleep well my little friend, in your happy little place that's kept safe by the good me that refused to kneel for oppression.

    • @DublinDan
      @DublinDan 4 роки тому +1

      @Legba daniels over a thousand British crown forces were killed by the IRA during the troubles stop taking nonsense!. The British army were always met with resistance in Ireland

    • @jmmartin7766
      @jmmartin7766 4 роки тому +1

      A liberal jackass' nightmare... lmao! Btw, he's not bragging, he's just stating FACT. And, if you can't handle fact, then you're probably watching the wrong video...

  • @killervic7379
    @killervic7379 4 роки тому +134

    Garand “1,000%” Thumb

  • @DarkSiiix
    @DarkSiiix 4 роки тому +203

    Kevin really out here looking like Cypher from Matrix...

  • @tomyousch7070
    @tomyousch7070 2 роки тому +16

    All these guys are a wealth of knowledge. 😊thank you all for your service. Seimpher fi

  • @tylerbryanhead
    @tylerbryanhead 4 роки тому +186

    Jesus christ, that guy went through basic with more experience than his drill sergeants. They should have been standing at parade rest for him

    • @wigon
      @wigon 4 роки тому +49

      I went to Basic Training at Ft. Leanordwood in the early 90's with a guy in my platoon who was a 30 something yr old former NCO in the Russian Army and an Afghan War veteran. Our Drill Sergeants treated him with the utmost respect except when they caught him during every inspection with vodka or beer in his locker. He didn't even bother hiding it. They just smoked him a bit, confiscated his booze, and left him alone though instead of giving him an article-15 like they normally would do. He was one of our squad leaders in the platoon and was quiet, but overall was a great leader, never complained, and was very competent. We called him "The Bear".

    • @charlessullivan6099
      @charlessullivan6099 4 роки тому +19

      I had a guy in my OSUT class who was a French Foreign Legion veteran. Suffice it to say he had seen more combat than all of our Drill Sergeants in the Company combined.

  • @christosmavrommatis912
    @christosmavrommatis912 4 роки тому +43

    I like these type of videos: Thirty four minutes packed with zillions of data on equipment, usage, personal preferences explained, anecdotes of experience gained.... I mean....they covered almost everything .. what else can any gun enthusiast and "professional" can ask? Well done guys, well done!!!

  • @bash6519
    @bash6519 4 роки тому +573

    Scorsese made “the Irishman” about the wrong guy. This guys life story must be wild AF

    • @KarinBretz-lx6yv
      @KarinBretz-lx6yv 4 роки тому +4

      😂😀😃😄😅🤣😁
      🇺🇸👍

    • @abc4781
      @abc4781 4 роки тому +11

      @193001 kiplssd lol I liked it but I have no fucking clue how they thought that De Nero could accurately portray a 28 year old when hes in his late 70's.

    • @theyearoftherat
      @theyearoftherat 4 роки тому

      100%

    • @larkmars8182
      @larkmars8182 4 роки тому +2

      All the subs should start a go fund me and spread it around to get a movie made. He should right a book then pitch it to studios

    • @deanfirnatine7814
      @deanfirnatine7814 4 роки тому

      @@larkmars8182 This guy probably has a half dozen solid books and movies in him, Irish Rangers are used as "peace enforcers" in Africa etc. they enforce it lethally

  • @9301robodoc
    @9301robodoc 2 роки тому +17

    Love, love, love this video. Totally subscribed. I am an Army veteran but its been some years past. Nice to hear from some professional shooters being perfectly candid about situational use for firearms and the best case Sanrio setup. Great stuff! You have a new loyal fan.

  • @AZTigerMMA
    @AZTigerMMA 4 роки тому +79

    You know your a bad ass when a navy seal is like “ how do I follow that?” Awesome team !

  • @TheLordNugget
    @TheLordNugget 4 роки тому +159

    "If you've ever set up your gear because a know it all pog told you everyone has to have the same setup, go ahead and hit that subscribe button."
    Yeah, I never got to choose how I set up my gear until I was out. Damn higher ups had to butt their noses into everything. No leg rigs, must use the chest rig, this is how I have it you will too. Only thing dumber than military bs is political bs and unfortunately there's crossover. I hated that chest rig with all my being. Basically punched myself in the jaw every time I wanted to reload my rifle. Not to mention that it made it nearly impossible to get down into the prone properly.

    • @bend6470
      @bend6470 4 роки тому +1

      You talking about that TAPS garbage?

    • @TheLordNugget
      @TheLordNugget 4 роки тому +2

      @@bend6470 no. Political bs in the military is the bs that centers around picking up and re-upping. At least that was most of what I dealt with. TAPS act isn't military.

    • @demoguy84
      @demoguy84 4 роки тому +4

      @@TheLordNugget he meant the "Tactical Assault Panel" the Army issues.

    • @TheLordNugget
      @TheLordNugget 4 роки тому +6

      @@demoguy84 my bad. Never heard of it. I was in the Marines.

    • @Tully-Henderson
      @Tully-Henderson 4 роки тому +3

      The taps chest rig is a shitty chest rig with integrated mag pouches with button tops on the open top mag pouches. Really not great.

  • @contentofcharacter
    @contentofcharacter 4 роки тому +77

    I’ve had a tiny bit of training from Kevin. He, & all the instructors at Fieldcraft Survival are awesome, very generous teachers.

  • @keithnewcomer2504
    @keithnewcomer2504 7 місяців тому +3

    Props to you Kevin. Thank you for your service, you sound like quite the rock star.

  • @turfking1jacome646
    @turfking1jacome646 4 роки тому +217

    “Ive killed a lot of people with 5.56” all 3 chuckle 😂

    • @Chiboza
      @Chiboza 4 роки тому

      @101327 would love to do it for a job, but I am pacifist.

    • @iHasCaek
      @iHasCaek 4 роки тому +3

      @101327 "Pacifism is a doctrine that requires the exertions of better men to do the heavy lifting" havent heard a version of this since bootcamp :)

    • @thundera9834
      @thundera9834 4 роки тому +1

      The Seal guy probably agrees 😂

  • @nolanohana
    @nolanohana 4 роки тому +724

    Hat’s off to the Irishman, dedicated American, beloved countryman.

    • @ge-8135
      @ge-8135 4 роки тому +4

      Me last name is irish. Never been ta da place. Oye always feel a kinship with de irish any ways. 😂

    • @nolanohana
      @nolanohana 4 роки тому

      ge - de fuk I haven’t ya bollocks 🤣

    • @chrishooge3442
      @chrishooge3442 3 роки тому +6

      Can we ask Ireland if they'd like to be the 51st state?

    • @seanoneill991
      @seanoneill991 3 роки тому +3

      @@chrishooge3442 no.....don't even ask. most irish would rather their country unified as the british have prevented this for centuries.
      as an irish man, who immigrated to the US at 16 with friends, making the road to perm residency/citizenship would be nice though.
      do that, you'd be unlocking countless possible troops & i say that as a ranger vet of 14 years / 17 years total as i was with the 173rd before the 3/75 as i lacked the citizenship.

    • @stn7172
      @stn7172 3 роки тому +4

      @@chrishooge3442 no thanks they don't support the 2A

  • @MikeJones-ti1cb
    @MikeJones-ti1cb 4 роки тому +23

    " Keep shooting until the target is no longer a threat". Great advice. Very informative episode, Keep up your good work brother.

  • @racetech911
    @racetech911 Рік тому +3

    Just subscribed! I stumbled upon this video after ordering the same setup Kevin has as far as accessories go. I normally do a practice scenario of clearing my house sometimes and noticed the 45 degree red dot is a necessity for my application and my preference for inside and have a 3-9x52 scope for my 3 acre land for outside clearance. This video is absolutely amazing. Advice from 2 guys who actually walk the walk and are articulate on zero’ing out the optics and different between SBR and standard 14 inch barrel is phenomenal information, even down to the strap setups they run. They nailed it on the head with practice with your firearm! Always keep it clean and ready to go that way when shit hits the fans you are ready to go to work. Stay safe people!

  • @KretinD
    @KretinD 4 роки тому +93

    That 14.5 is perfect 👌My “poors Geissele urgi” clone is gonna be sick.

    • @Howdy762
      @Howdy762 4 роки тому

      but do you run a suppressor on it...?

    • @KretinD
      @KretinD 4 роки тому +2

      Howdy hmm, I got a 9mm can rated for a 16” 5.56 barrel. Shall I risk it? Indeed I shall.

    • @USMC-1911
      @USMC-1911 4 роки тому

      Just put together a 11.5 geissele super duty which I love but they are putting more money in accessories than I have in my rifle, just slap a $600 aimpoint on the side I'm sure it's nice but damn it's hard to put Aimpoints as your only optic . Maby I need to stick to just one AR instead of 8 kind of finished .

  • @madcorean
    @madcorean 4 роки тому +27

    I've taken 3 FCS courses and met Kevin in person. Him and Mike have a wealth of knowledge and they're much cooler in person.

  • @pisacenere
    @pisacenere 4 роки тому +88

    12:31
    Duck1"is that GarandThumb?"
    Duck2"OMG he is"
    Duck1"let's get closer"

    • @dylconnaway9976
      @dylconnaway9976 4 роки тому +1

      pisacenere nice attention to detail. Totally missed the quackery

    • @davidhochstetler4068
      @davidhochstetler4068 4 роки тому +1

      Entire video
      Heli 1 hey is that GarandThumb?
      Heli 2 OMG he is
      Heli 1 Lets get closer

  • @codexapprovedpaints
    @codexapprovedpaints Рік тому +5

    this is the stuff enlisted wish we could get from our seniors, thank you garand thumb and co.

  • @Suresh-ib4co
    @Suresh-ib4co 4 роки тому +489

    This Irish dude said “I’ve killed a lot of people...” like most people say “I’ve tried a lot of beers...”

    • @Kay.D
      @Kay.D 4 роки тому +5

      I’m curious what he considers “alot”...

    • @Suresh-ib4co
      @Suresh-ib4co 4 роки тому +2

      Kay D Me too! LOL

    • @Qunyc1985
      @Qunyc1985 4 роки тому +2

      yea we know the excitement. If he was any one else you wouldnt have this glee. You would use some other name for him.

    • @stevenrith2386
      @stevenrith2386 4 роки тому

      @@Kay.D more than 2

    • @surfingtothestars
      @surfingtothestars 4 роки тому +8

      @@Kay.D he did 20+ years all over the world in some of the harshest places. I'm sure some of the places or conflicts are off the record

  • @ZSC001
    @ZSC001 4 роки тому +141

    The Irish accent brings me back to calling in a helicopter as a Swedish Mercenary in war-torn Venezuela

    • @MrNpc81
      @MrNpc81 4 роки тому +7

      I understood that reference!

    • @GoofysBandit
      @GoofysBandit 4 роки тому +5

      Oh no you didn't! Did you oh nooo!

    • @bugenarpatrol1216
      @bugenarpatrol1216 4 роки тому +1

      Mattias...

    • @ThomasHendrickson
      @ThomasHendrickson 4 роки тому

      I’m very interested in this reference, what is it from?

    • @Deathead47x
      @Deathead47x 4 роки тому +8

      @@ThomasHendrickson Mercenaries 2: World in Flames

  • @tacracc_photography
    @tacracc_photography 4 роки тому +79

    *smiles in Ruger 10/22 with hammered on muzzle break, cheap red dot, and shotgun butt pad*

    • @HaloDude557
      @HaloDude557 4 роки тому +17

      > muzzle break
      *angry California noise*

    • @blarghinatelazer9394
      @blarghinatelazer9394 4 роки тому +4

      Bubba nooooooo

    • @tacracc_photography
      @tacracc_photography 4 роки тому +5

      blarghinatelazer I’m only 18, got the thing used when I was 8 as my first gun 😂, bubba for life I guess

    • @blarghinatelazer9394
      @blarghinatelazer9394 4 роки тому +1

      @@tacracc_photography Try to Bubba less in the future lmao

    • @scoobk3
      @scoobk3 4 роки тому +2

      Liam Is my name don’t forget the BFS-III binary trigger

  • @johnb.stewart652
    @johnb.stewart652 Рік тому +9

    Thank you guys for your service and your help with all of this training.

  • @stephengalindo6340
    @stephengalindo6340 4 роки тому +276

    I think Garand is using his channel to get info for himself

    • @themightypen1530
      @themightypen1530 4 роки тому +3

      and free shit

    • @govtom4
      @govtom4 4 роки тому +2

      Smart dude.

    • @brassvulcher8207
      @brassvulcher8207 4 роки тому +1

      bad info... that 11.5” 1-10 with T2 45 set up is a joke.. before the fan boy fuds say anything.. 11.5” only gains 24fps over 10.5” you can get that variation in different lot numbers and pointless further out. A 1-10 is way over kill for anything 0-500 especially in 5.56, the Vortex reticle obstructs partially exposed targets and prof the sheep will buy anything. Dot on 45 leaves you only running strong side and with a huge blind spot. Silencers produce much more flash then a good flash hider. All this is bullshit and can’t believe you guys eat it up..

    • @brassvulcher8207
      @brassvulcher8207 4 роки тому

      Easliy Displeased The math speaks for it’s self sheep

    • @genewellnapata445
      @genewellnapata445 4 роки тому

      @@brassvulcher8207 thats why hard to talk with fools like u. R.I.P

  • @keegzorr1140
    @keegzorr1140 4 роки тому +820

    "I've killed alot if people with 5.56."
    Biggest flex ever

    • @jaighter
      @jaighter 4 роки тому +23

      99% unarmed civilians with the accidental 1% armed militia members

    • @CircaSriYak
      @CircaSriYak 4 роки тому +107

      @@jaighter Looks like he missed one

    • @lif3andthings763
      @lif3andthings763 4 роки тому

      Guile you?

    • @mrdark9916
      @mrdark9916 4 роки тому +26

      @@lif3andthings763 Nah, that douche Jaighter. Pretty sure he was talkin bout that douche Jaighter.

    • @S.C.-wo8hq
      @S.C.-wo8hq 4 роки тому +3

      @@jaighter Anybody can get it.

  • @drive-byguitarlessons1858
    @drive-byguitarlessons1858 4 роки тому +33

    Love these dudes. Take a class - I'm former Infantry (ALWAYS INFANTRY) and learned more in their basic pistol and basic carbine gunfighter classes than I learned in all my line days. It's affordable as well.

    • @DutchK75
      @DutchK75 4 роки тому +2

      Yes indeed. Been to Gunsite 3X and a few other courses. And that's my experience as well.

    • @elcid4593
      @elcid4593 4 роки тому +3

      Can I bring my AK

    • @Jamoni1
      @Jamoni1 4 роки тому +6

      My boy is getting ready to go Marines, and I'm sending him through as much training as I can afford.
      When I was in the Army it was pretty much "The shiny things go in the grey thing, and that goes in the black thing. Don't look down the hole."

    • @elcid4593
      @elcid4593 4 роки тому +2

      Jamoni1 lmao

  • @rhythmsaint73
    @rhythmsaint73 2 роки тому +4

    Simply incredible . quality people with stellar of course im Irish and proud of what Kevin has accomplished well done everyone you all rock