AMEN BROTHER!!! For some unknown, well unknown TO ME when I hear/watch Mr. CT I can understand, visualize exactly what it (Lesson) is that Mr. CT is trying to convey and teach. I can then immediately work through, or mimic the lesson that is being put forth and I can even identify, for the most part where I am going wrong or what I am doing wrong and then work to correct my problem in order to practice, and hopefully instill the correct way through practice, live and dry fire in order to make it rote/embedded/memorized and automatic in my brain. I have watched and listened to other "Experts" in their field of __??? (Which they are experts at their craft" and have to constantly go back over and over to try and figure out what they are trying to point out. Why? Well because a lot of these experts aren't very good teachers, as in they can't get a message, or "Teach" a lesson to other people without a high degree of confusion or being repetitive BUT I understand and know what Mr. Mick here is teaching and on the first time I DO KNOW that there is nothing in a video that equals a hands on, face to face lesson but there is nothing worse than a lesson that is kept a secret and/or never even heard. I wish to hell that I could get a hands on, face to face class with Mr. Carry Trainer but I am a 62 year old man that haven't been able to run since my first of 5 total hip replacement surgeries at the age of 29 and a 62 year old man that is coming off of his first, and hopefully last/only battle with cancer that was diagnosed on June 6th 2023. With all of this being said I am far from the average 62 year old as anyone can be. I am/was spry, flexible, in good shape and as most people that know me say "Ornery as fuck" that was 6' 1" and 185 Lbs before June of 2023 and now down to 6' to 5' 11" and 140 Lbs and trying like hell to work my way back to at least 170 Lbs .... This "Non-Running" has always been and always will be the big reason that I never took a hands on, face to face class with any trainer as the few trainers that I did contact would say that I HAVE to be able to RUN as I may possibly hold the rest of the class back with my slow pace of moving and I CONCUR and 100% FULLY AGREE with these thoughts from trainers so I thought well hell, I will just be cannon fodder and a delay mechanism for the innocent people that I care about protecting that are either with me or in my vicinity Mr. Mick, please "Keep on keeping on" for the sad sack people such as myself and please do so without paying any attention to the "Non Teacher Experts" and I KNOW this is a hard thing to do but keep your head high and push through the BS from all of the so called experts and also please realize that you ARE helpful in keeping at least one person informed as much as possible and that one, sure person that you help immensely is ME!
I think it’s more impressive that you came from a NON-LEO/NON-Military background and still do what you do. You inspire many regular guys like me to train harder and to push ourselves to better for our families. Keep up your amazing work Mick. Hope to see you in a class again soon!
You are 100% right. Tear others down to build yourself up is nothing but pure egotistical selfishness and has no place in training or influencing others.
They’re jealous and have ego problems. They wish they had your personality and blessed to have god given fans. Thanks for content bro. I’m a Hispanic American from AZ and never done any of that but I learn from you and we are why America will never be conquered and our neighbors are safe. Superman can’t be everywhere all the time but we can.
I'll be blunt. I'm an old man and yes, I was soldier and a cop. But that was long ago. Things change and training today has expanded and intensified to levels far advanced from "Back in the day.". And I'm well aware that one should always be learning. My number one source for information and positive demonstration is right here. Micky has his stuff wrapped tight, and delivers excellent insights and training that this old man is grateful to receive. 👍
As former law-enforcement, who has also trained in all kinds of things for over 40 years. I'm gonna tell you right now that first off none of the guys that tell you they are invincible are invincible or they wouldn't get shot up all the time which they clearly do just look around at vets. That's war guys and remember half the ones that take them down they aren't anything special. Violence isn't simple like that. It's not a football game. They want to tell you that because they're selling you something...don't listen to it. Look at how many these supposed elite heroes have been exposed for possibly fabricating a lot of what they claim to have done. Were they smokeless fire guys. Be careful who you follow. This channel is solid. I've never seen one tactic here.
Dude! I’ve learned tons from your channel. I’ve improved drastically over the past several years by practicing the basics, both firearm handling and especially…safety.
Hey Lucas Bodkin (T Rex Arms) has no military or LEO background and I dare any spec ops or swat team dude to outshoot him! I was airborne infantry, and I know I can't shoot like him, or for that matter, you Mickey! So you non-LEO/military guys keep on keeping on! I appreciate your knowledge and no-nonsense style and directness!
Hell yeah. Been listening to your thoughts since I fisrt got into the idea of firearms training and taking responsibility for leading and protecting my own family. Keep it up. Thanks for being here.
100% with you! Your background and credentials don’t mean 💩 Only your performance on demand today counts. Nothing but love and admiration from me to you 👊🏼
You’re so important in this industry men you don’t even know… I have learned from U not only better skills with my firearm but been a better person as well… you are needed indeed
Thanks mickey for everything u have taught me a lot from drawing shooting and even upgrading my sight step by step all with a personality i feel like i grew up with
I learned a lot from your channel. My shooting has improved considerably. I also feel more comfortable and confident carrying full time. Keep up the good work.
Mick I think you're the Bee's Knee's when it comes to teaching, demonstrating and explaining firearm self defense fundamentals to us civilians. I've watched, listened to and practiced a lot of the drills you present in your video's! Your subject commentary is always thought provoking and awareness heightening. I plan to continue following you as I have because I'm always open to learning. I trust you're opinions, advise and instruction. Don't let "the professionals" belittle you...Rock on my friend! Stay safe! 😉
Mick you're as sold as the Master grip you have taught so many of us. You're Teachings will always be what i rely on moving forward. I wish you and your Family the best 🙏
You do a fantastic job! I appreciate the point of view that not everything is going to be a tactical situation for me. I appreciate the use of "systems" and your approach to training. Thanks
Why would anyone need to draw and rack the slide if they are properly prepared? Israeli carry is not taught in CCW courses. Moreover, 1.57 seconds isn't his best time. I've seen people draw and place a shot on target in under 0.90 seconds. My fastest time is 1.10 seconds from an IWB holster using a full-size pistol. What's most important is a fast draw combined with a slow trigger press, because the real measure of success is whether you can place the shot where you intended to hit.
Good stuff sir and I’m glad you’re pointing this nonsense out. I think a truly strong and great man doesn’t really concern himself so much with trash talking other random men on UA-cam.
I never comment on any of the UA-cam videos, simply because of ignorant reactions from those who deem themselves SME's in some sort of fashion... As a 20-year USPSA & EDC veteran, and utilizing a firearm daily in my line of EP work, I highly value your videos and passionate, continuous education that you provide EXACTLY tailored to those you mentioned in this video. Keep up the great work and don't let those keyboard commandos, or even the so called 'experts' who have a past as an 'operator' let you influence the valuable info that many are lacking as newbies in the sport or EDC... as a matter of fact, I am looking forard to participating in one of your courses, when my schedule allows me to. Sincerely, Vladi
I hate to see you go. You are a great teacher. I have learned so much from you. Don't give these people the satisfaction of seeing you leave the platform and stop teaching. It's just my humble opinion. Being a novice is hard to find great teachers like you who teach the fundamentals of safety skills exct.
As one who came from, many years ago, SOF, there is nearly zero context overlap of being on a 12 man team with every available resource a radio call away and laying in your bed, in the middle of the night, and discovering an uninvited "guest" outside your bedroom door. I teach full time and very little of what I did in the service of Uncle Sugar means anything to the dad with a child on the way who wants to learn to better protect his family or the woman involved in a bad relationship who is afraid of being harmed. The folks that claim that military or LE experience is necessary often have ego challenges and are leaning on yesterday instead of what they are working on today. Great video!
To someone with no training at all, but is in search of training, poor, minimalistic training is a good thing, as long as it's rooted in safe practices. My father is by far no firearm expert with decades of training experience, but there was still a ton of things I learned from him.
I think you do a great job at explaining things in detal so anyone can understand. I've picked up a lot from just watching your videos Mickey. Your video on Pistol draw and return to holster is the best instruction I've seen on the subject. It helped me in learning to utilize my natural body mechanics and become much more proficient with my handgun. Seriously under rated video. You sell out your classes and have all kinds of people that not only support you, but truely appreciate what you have to offer. That is testomony enough that you're doing something right. Don't worry about what eletist dicks have to say about being a citizen and keep doing what you love and have a passion for. We would have never won our independence from England if only those with prior Military service were allowed to instruct or use firearms.
Mad respect for professionals who serve, but the best officers seek training beyond the bare minimum for their department. And that training MANY times comes from civilians like you. Their profession is to protect and serve, your profession is to teach those skills. Never change man!
Best officers actually know and follow the law and respect and adhere to the constitution above all laws as their oath says. They are men of their word. Not tyrants.
I’m retired law enforcement, 34 years of service for one of the largest agencies in the US and SoCal. I spent half of my career assigned to recruit training, advanced officer training, and use of force, defensive tactics training. We utilized outside training sources and non law enforcement persons frequently, who demonstrated or met the requirements of state mandates. There are lots of egos in LE and Military. Let it go and move on. Don’t waste your time with haters.
Man you are the best teacher out there.. Id love to have a class with you.. But beimg canadian not much room to move with doing anything firearms related. Not like it is there anyways.. You have tought me so much just watching some of your vids.
I know a few LEO that are close to me (Family) that had that mentality towards me. I learned to let my skills with a pistol/rifle do the talking and shut their mouths and their buddies when on the range. And it's crazy that not one has ever been able to give me any competition EVER till this day. Sad!! You would think as family they would teach me a thing or two. But nothing! Everything I've learned as come from strangers whether it's classes, at the range, or online. People like you and other teachers willing to teach us regular folks made it possible. So Thank you and F-them!!!
My usual self intro is: "I took a car/deer crash report once and was in several parades." Most of what dudes go on about is BS. The ones I know that have actually been in the shit don't say shit. Your channel is top notch. I've been around and seen some garbage, even paid for some. I've never seen anything here that was bad advice or instruction. "What they can do, we do not care about; what we care about, they cannot do. " -Epictetus "He keeps in mind that all rational things are related and that to care for all human beings is part of being human. Which doesn't mean we have to share their opinions. We should listen only to those lives who conform to nature. And the others? He bears in mind what sort of people they are - both at home and abroad, by night as well a day - and who they spend their time with. And ...he cares nothing for their praise-men who can't even meet their own standards." -Marcus Aurelius
I protected my wife and unborn son from a group of would-be attackers when they had us surrounded one night. They were all bigger than me but I was the one with a .45. Nobody got hurt that night, luckily. I had been trained with a M-16 but never with a pistol. Ever since then, I've heard people say one shouldn't carry without training. I've had considerable training since then, but I'd never tell somebody responsible to go unarmed because they haven't been trained. Fact is I'll never be "highly trained" or in fine fighting shape, I just make do with what I've got. "Pros" forget about this sometimes.
Keep doing what your doing. Remember we aren't navy seals and swat with book deals. 99 % of the stuff they do we would go to jail for, because we are private citizens. We just want to protect our families not kick down doors. Love your content!
I started shooting with my dad when I was 5 years old. Shot small-bore 50 ft and 100 yds competitively for 3 years starting when I was 12 years old. Qualified Expert in the Army. I go to the range as often as I can to keep my skills sharp. However every time I go to the range, 80% of the people who come in with targets at 15 or 20 feet can’t cover their cover their shot strings with a yard stick. You teach the basics of safety, proper handling and improving their marksmanship skills. I see some of these tactical gurus teaching things that are going to get their students some prison time. I believe your edc should be a tool to help you break contact … if possible. The more I see these “instructors” beat their chests and swing from the rafters, the farther I want to be from them. You did it right. The pooch you talked to wanted to cut in on your gig. I wouldn’t let him.
Like I have said before brother, you are one of the best instructors I have ever known. You are up there with guys like instructor Zee, tactical rifleman and many more who were operators. Yes they have more tactical knowledge, instructors can't teach that knowledge to civilians anyways. I have learned the bulk of what I know today by watching your videos and theirs, and taking classes with whoever I can afford to. Keep up the great work and may God continue to use you and help you train and help so many great and good people!
As an active member serving in the South African Police Service I have learned a lot from you. As stated you teaching marksmanship and in my humble opinion you rank amongst the best in the world. Keep it up Sir. Love your content.
Almost nobody who carries a firearm for self protection will ever need the skills of a policeman, a special operator, or a sniper. There's a giant industry built around the idea that everyone who carries needs to get high-level training and specialty gear that is actually 95% unnecessary for 99.9% of us.
I have run into a handful of the elitist types over the years. They all say a similar thing. What keeps me coming back to the craft is seeing somebody (who is cared of guns or had a bad experience) go through a lesson and do very well. To see their face light up after correctly performing the fundamentals and they hit the bullseye. That counteracts any of the naysayers that occasionally come along. We don't do it for the elitists, we do it for those that need quality instruction.
I teach at a range where cops train all the time. The only negligent discharge with injury at this place since I have been there was by a set of police officers during training. Nothing against officers but some of the least trained with firearms I have met are officers. At least in S. Florida it seems to be part of their culture. For some reason, they don't seem to think they need to train with their weapon.
Devgru/Delta teaches handgun basics over and over so that their soldiers become the best, and we know they are the best. Just as the BASIC FUNDEMENTALS in Jits are the backbone of a good competitor. Some of best spec ops operators who has youtube vids are bad teachers. Maybe good operators, but definitly not good teachers. You are a great and entertaining teacher. "So, dont be a dickhead" and let them get into your mind.😂 We love you Micky.
Wow I'm bummed. Not only have I learned an incredible amount of knowledge and tips, but you've also turned me on to Super Vel and also your lubes. I even get HANDWRITTEN thank you notes with my orders! You're an awesome individual and I cherish the time you've invested into these videos.
Keep at it!!! Ive been trying for awhile now to schedule one of your classes!!! I am non LEO/military, so I would rather learn from someone that lives "my life". NO disrespect, just different training mindsets! Im a pretty close neighbor, but hell of a work/life schedule. I will make it eventually!
Mickey. I learned how to shoot pistol watching your video's on UA-cam. I shoot better than any SpecOps people I know. Not to mention some of the most ignorant gun stuff I've ever heard has been from military and law enforcement. Sorry but it's true. Keep doing what you are doing and thank you.
Damn… My cousin lives in Naperville, which I believe is nearby you… He said the anti-gun loons are out of control in Illinois & said this day would come. Serious🙏🏻⬆️🇺🇸
You provide and deliver a superb product to the people that need training. You have proven that you are not entitled and liberal, but have the life saving discipline to teach others. America's Founding Fathers are looking down from Heaven with Joyous Discipline and Gratification from the work they help create.
You are exactly right. Personally, ex-military or cop is a red flag for me, there are a few cool ones, but for the most part, I'm tired of their tone and vibe. I'm retired military, I saw more wannabes than anyone wants to believe. Same is true for cops, lots of losers who want to make a carreer playing cops and robbers. Your series on the P365 is priceless, I got one because of you. I'm glad to hear that the jealous NO IDENTITY goof balls don't bother you. How difficult is it to just not watch the channel again? Keep up the great work -- please.
Hey ...on the whole... "you gotta be an "operator" to be qualified to be a trainer thing.... BS... a lot of agency and military trainers I find have specality in law enforcment gun employment or war fighting... carrying a gun as a civilian in the united states is a whole different ball game as far as ROE, legality etc. Its different and a lot of what they teach doesn't apply to what joe blow citizen has to do to defend himself on the street, in his home, at work etc.
Most of the best football {your "soccer"} coaches were not amazing players! Teaching is a skill and whenever I see one of your videos Mick, you have it in buckets!
Micky you are the best trainer in the Gun Culture. We can only wish there were more outstanding individuals like yourself in the firearms community. Everyone who knows about you they know your next level and very squared away. Never forget that sir, ya scared me with that thumbnail you😂 Take care Micky ML&R always 👊🏼
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If your firearm teaching skills are as good as your exotic dance teaching skills then you're fine.
😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
Hopefully not too exotic
Dude I have learned a shit ton of valuable info from you. Thank you for what you do. Keep it coming. Gracias.
DITTO!
AMEN BROTHER!!! For some unknown, well unknown TO ME when I hear/watch Mr. CT I can understand, visualize exactly what it (Lesson) is that Mr. CT is trying to convey and teach.
I can then immediately work through, or mimic the lesson that is being put forth and I can even identify, for the most part where I am going wrong or what I am doing wrong and then work to correct my problem in order to practice, and hopefully instill the correct way through practice, live and dry fire in order to make it rote/embedded/memorized and automatic in my brain.
I have watched and listened to other "Experts" in their field of __??? (Which they are experts at their craft" and have to constantly go back over and over to try and figure out what they are trying to point out. Why? Well because a lot of these experts aren't very good teachers, as in they can't get a message, or "Teach" a lesson to other people without a high degree of confusion or being repetitive BUT I understand and know what Mr. Mick here is teaching and on the first time
I DO KNOW that there is nothing in a video that equals a hands on, face to face lesson but there is nothing worse than a lesson that is kept a secret and/or never even heard.
I wish to hell that I could get a hands on, face to face class with Mr. Carry Trainer but I am a 62 year old man that haven't been able to run since my first of 5 total hip replacement surgeries at the age of 29 and a 62 year old man that is coming off of his first, and hopefully last/only battle with cancer that was diagnosed on June 6th 2023. With all of this being said I am far from the average 62 year old as anyone can be. I am/was spry, flexible, in good shape and as most people that know me say "Ornery as fuck" that was 6' 1" and 185 Lbs before June of 2023 and now down to 6' to 5' 11" and 140 Lbs and trying like hell to work my way back to at least 170 Lbs .... This "Non-Running" has always been and always will be the big reason that I never took a hands on, face to face class with any trainer as the few trainers that I did contact would say that I HAVE to be able to RUN as I may possibly hold the rest of the class back with my slow pace of moving and I CONCUR and 100% FULLY AGREE with these thoughts from trainers so I thought well hell, I will just be cannon fodder and a delay mechanism for the innocent people that I care about protecting that are either with me or in my vicinity
Mr. Mick, please "Keep on keeping on" for the sad sack people such as myself and please do so without paying any attention to the "Non Teacher Experts" and I KNOW this is a hard thing to do but keep your head high and push through the BS from all of the so called experts and also please realize that you ARE helpful in keeping at least one person informed as much as possible and that one, sure person that you help immensely is ME!
I think it’s more impressive that you came from a NON-LEO/NON-Military background and still do what you do. You inspire many regular guys like me to train harder and to push ourselves to better for our families. Keep up your amazing work Mick. Hope to see you in a class again soon!
don't let the bastards get you down.
Are you quoting Payback? Thats what it reminded me of anyways.
Keep on doing what you’re doing !
We Appreciate You 💪🏽
Respect +10
Excellent upload. Glad to hear you defending that philosophy.
Bro you an awesome instructor and the ppl appreciate you
You are 100% right. Tear others down to build yourself up is nothing but pure egotistical selfishness and has no place in training or influencing others.
They’re jealous and have ego problems. They wish they had your personality and blessed to have god given fans. Thanks for content bro. I’m a Hispanic American from AZ and never done any of that but I learn from you and we are why America will never be conquered and our neighbors are safe. Superman can’t be everywhere all the time but we can.
I'll be blunt. I'm an old man and yes, I was soldier and a cop. But that was long ago. Things change and training today has expanded and intensified to levels far advanced from "Back in the day.". And I'm well aware that one should always be learning. My number one source for information and positive demonstration is right here. Micky has his stuff wrapped tight, and delivers excellent insights and training that this old man is grateful to receive. 👍
God bless u and your family sir! Keep on moving forward
You’re 1000 percent correct!!!!!
As former law-enforcement, who has also trained in all kinds of things for over 40 years. I'm gonna tell you right now that first off none of the guys that tell you they are invincible are invincible or they wouldn't get shot up all the time which they clearly do just look around at vets. That's war guys and remember half the ones that take them down they aren't anything special. Violence isn't simple like that. It's not a football game. They want to tell you that because they're selling you something...don't listen to it. Look at how many these supposed elite heroes have been exposed for possibly fabricating a lot of what they claim to have done. Were they smokeless fire guys. Be careful who you follow. This channel is solid. I've never seen one tactic here.
Dude! I’ve learned tons from your channel. I’ve improved drastically over the past several years by practicing the basics, both firearm handling and especially…safety.
Your training & videos are much appreciated. God bless🙏🏼
You are a wonderful asset and I am thankful for your time and effort to help others. Thank you.
While I have not had the opportunity to attend any of your classes. I have learned alot from your videos. So just keep doing what you do.
You’re doing the Lord’s work.
Agree One-Hundred Percent. Keep the faith, Stay the course. God Bless ✌🏻 out.
You nailed it. Thanks you and keep the content coming brother.
I just subscribed. Excellent words of wisdom.
Hey Lucas Bodkin (T Rex Arms) has no military or LEO background and I dare any spec ops or swat team dude to outshoot him! I was airborne infantry, and I know I can't shoot like him, or for that matter, you Mickey! So you non-LEO/military guys keep on keeping on! I appreciate your knowledge and no-nonsense style and directness!
Plenty of dudes can outshoot Lucas's or me. I have a friends list full of them. That said, I appreciate the vote of confidence. I appreciate you.
Hell yeah. Been listening to your thoughts since I fisrt got into the idea of firearms training and taking responsibility for leading and protecting my own family. Keep it up. Thanks for being here.
100% with you! Your background and credentials don’t mean 💩 Only your performance on demand today counts. Nothing but love and admiration from me to you 👊🏼
You’re so important in this industry men you don’t even know… I have learned from U not only better skills with my firearm but been a better person as well… you are needed indeed
Regarda from Poland! Thank for Your work!
I'm with ya!!! I'm done tying my shoes after today, Velcro all the way!! 👍
Hahaha
I train all the time and learn what i know from what you all teach online and off
Keep doing your thing brother. You inspire the rest of us to do good as well.
Keep on truckin'... thank you sir, you taught me consistency and perseverance.
You're one of my favorite instructors!
Thanks mickey for everything u have taught me a lot from drawing shooting and even upgrading my sight step by step all with a personality i feel like i grew up with
I learned a lot from your channel. My shooting has improved considerably. I also feel more comfortable and confident carrying full time. Keep up the good work.
Mick I think you're the Bee's Knee's when it comes to teaching, demonstrating and explaining firearm self defense fundamentals to us civilians. I've watched, listened to and practiced a lot of the drills you present in your video's! Your subject commentary is always thought provoking and awareness heightening. I plan to continue following you as I have because I'm always open to learning. I trust you're opinions, advise and instruction. Don't let "the professionals" belittle you...Rock on my friend! Stay safe! 😉
Exotic dancing was a nice touch!! As always sir, love all your doing! One of the best
I learned, I taught and I teach , and I keep learning here and there. YOU ROCK! As simple as that! You are the best one !
That sounds like you anyone man,you are a gift to the 2A community!
Amen brotha keep doing what cha doing!
Preach!!
Following you from Brazil where I teach and using your advice and tips, thank you!
Please keep the knowledge coming. We love you.👍🏾
Mick you're as sold as the Master grip you have taught so many of us. You're Teachings will always be what i rely on moving forward. I wish you and your Family the best 🙏
You do a fantastic job! I appreciate the point of view that not everything is going to be a tactical situation for me. I appreciate the use of "systems" and your approach to training. Thanks
I always love the arguments from authority.. such BS. Keep it up, I love your vids and have learned a TON
You're freakin' awesome and keep on doing what you're great at!
I have always liked your content.❤
LOL, good shit right here. I agree with you, brotha.
Your so correct
I've learned so much from your videos! Sad to hear this. Ive Got mad respect for everything you've done! Thank you!
Perspective and Balance are your greatest strengths . RAGE ON! You are a great teacher!
been a subscriber for quite a while man. Screw the haters, people need voices like yours.
“…Leetle baby peepee” 🤣🤣🤣
This is a man with a 1.57 second IWB appendix draw, racking the slide, and getting a shot on target man.
Ha
If you're not trained you can fight tyrannical powers. A 1.57 iwb appendix draw, racking the slide, is a threat to the puppeteers
Why would anyone need to draw and rack the slide if they are properly prepared? Israeli carry is not taught in CCW courses. Moreover, 1.57 seconds isn't his best time. I've seen people draw and place a shot on target in under 0.90 seconds. My fastest time is 1.10 seconds from an IWB holster using a full-size pistol. What's most important is a fast draw combined with a slow trigger press, because the real measure of success is whether you can place the shot where you intended to hit.
@@private8559 It's not about your fastest time, its about a time in which you can consistently hit the target where you're aiming.
@private8559 why does the trigger press need to be slow? Can't we just hold the gun correctly and get hits?
You’re the best Micky! I am grateful to have been taught by you. Sadly, I too must turn in my firearms as I’m just a lowly Plumber….
🇺🇸, Keep up the good work!
Good stuff sir and I’m glad you’re pointing this nonsense out. I think a truly strong and great man doesn’t really concern himself so much with trash talking other random men on UA-cam.
I never comment on any of the UA-cam videos, simply because of ignorant reactions from those who deem themselves SME's in some sort of fashion... As a 20-year USPSA & EDC veteran, and utilizing a firearm daily in my line of EP work, I highly value your videos and passionate, continuous education that you provide EXACTLY tailored to those you mentioned in this video. Keep up the great work and don't let those keyboard commandos, or even the so called 'experts' who have a past as an 'operator' let you influence the valuable info that many are lacking as newbies in the sport or EDC... as a matter of fact, I am looking forard to participating in one of your courses, when my schedule allows me to. Sincerely, Vladi
I hate to see you go. You are a great teacher. I have learned so much from you. Don't give these people the satisfaction of seeing you leave the platform and stop teaching. It's just my humble opinion. Being a novice is hard to find great teachers like you who teach the fundamentals of safety skills exct.
As one who came from, many years ago, SOF, there is nearly zero context overlap of being on a 12 man team with every available resource a radio call away and laying in your bed, in the middle of the night, and discovering an uninvited "guest" outside your bedroom door. I teach full time and very little of what I did in the service of Uncle Sugar means anything to the dad with a child on the way who wants to learn to better protect his family or the woman involved in a bad relationship who is afraid of being harmed. The folks that claim that military or LE experience is necessary often have ego challenges and are leaning on yesterday instead of what they are working on today.
Great video!
Right on!!!!!
Just because you have accomplishments doesn’t mean you can teach. Keep it up.
To someone with no training at all, but is in search of training, poor, minimalistic training is a good thing, as long as it's rooted in safe practices.
My father is by far no firearm expert with decades of training experience, but there was still a ton of things I learned from him.
I think you do a great job at explaining things in detal so anyone can understand. I've picked up a lot from just watching your videos Mickey. Your video on Pistol draw and return to holster is the best instruction I've seen on the subject. It helped me in learning to utilize my natural body mechanics and become much more proficient with my handgun. Seriously under rated video.
You sell out your classes and have all kinds of people that not only support you, but truely appreciate what you have to offer. That is testomony enough that you're doing something right. Don't worry about what eletist dicks have to say about being a citizen and keep doing what you love and have a passion for. We would have never won our independence from England if only those with prior Military service were allowed to instruct or use firearms.
Mad respect for professionals who serve, but the best officers seek training beyond the bare minimum for their department. And that training MANY times comes from civilians like you. Their profession is to protect and serve, your profession is to teach those skills. Never change man!
Best officers actually know and follow the law and respect and adhere to the constitution above all laws as their oath says. They are men of their word. Not tyrants.
@@BeefNEggs057 totally agree. My comment was geared towards firearm proficiency, since that was what the subject of the video was.
I’m retired law enforcement, 34 years of service for one of the largest agencies in the US and SoCal. I spent half of my career assigned to recruit training, advanced officer training, and use of force, defensive tactics training. We utilized outside training sources and non law enforcement persons frequently, who demonstrated or met the requirements of state mandates. There are lots of egos in LE and Military. Let it go and move on. Don’t waste your time with haters.
spot on man. screw the haters screw the establishment. come November depending which way things go, you will be a very valuable man. MissouriMan out.
I’ve enjoyed your content. It is relevant.
Man you are the best teacher out there.. Id love to have a class with you.. But beimg canadian not much room to move with doing anything firearms related. Not like it is there anyways.. You have tought me so much just watching some of your vids.
I know a few LEO that are close to me (Family) that had that mentality towards me. I learned to let my skills with a pistol/rifle do the talking and shut their mouths and their buddies when on the range. And it's crazy that not one has ever been able to give me any competition EVER till this day. Sad!! You would think as family they would teach me a thing or two. But nothing! Everything I've learned as come from strangers whether it's classes, at the range, or online. People like you and other teachers willing to teach us regular folks made it possible. So Thank you and F-them!!!
Preach it My Brother
My usual self intro is: "I took a car/deer crash report once and was in several parades."
Most of what dudes go on about is BS. The ones I know that have actually been in the shit don't say shit.
Your channel is top notch. I've been around and seen some garbage, even paid for some. I've never seen anything here that was bad advice or instruction.
"What they can do, we do not care about; what we care about, they cannot do. "
-Epictetus
"He keeps in mind that all rational things are related and that to care for all human beings is part of being human. Which doesn't mean we have to share their opinions. We should listen only to those lives who conform to nature. And the others? He bears in mind what sort of people they are - both at home and abroad, by night as well a day - and who they spend their time with. And
...he cares nothing for their praise-men who can't even meet their own standards."
-Marcus Aurelius
Good quotes
As an old school veteran, all I can say is the new school spec ops guys are social media drama queens.
I protected my wife and unborn son from a group of would-be attackers when they had us surrounded one night. They were all bigger than me but I was the one with a .45. Nobody got hurt that night, luckily. I had been trained with a M-16 but never with a pistol. Ever since then, I've heard people say one shouldn't carry without training. I've had considerable training since then, but I'd never tell somebody responsible to go unarmed because they haven't been trained. Fact is I'll never be "highly trained" or in fine fighting shape, I just make do with what I've got. "Pros" forget about this sometimes.
If you training getting better everyday your gonna be higher trained than your opponent, but never say never
Keep doing what your doing. Remember we aren't navy seals and swat with book deals. 99 % of the stuff they do we would go to jail for, because we are private citizens. We just want to protect our families not kick down doors. Love your content!
Yes sir!!!!!
I started shooting with my dad when I was 5 years old. Shot small-bore 50 ft and 100 yds competitively for 3 years starting when I was 12 years old. Qualified Expert in the Army. I go to the range as often as I can to keep my skills sharp. However every time I go to the range, 80% of the people who come in with targets at 15 or 20 feet can’t cover their cover their shot strings with a yard stick. You teach the basics of safety, proper handling and improving their marksmanship skills. I see some of these tactical gurus teaching things that are going to get their students some prison time. I believe your edc should be a tool to help you break contact … if possible. The more I see these “instructors” beat their chests and swing from the rafters, the farther I want to be from them. You did it right. The pooch you talked to wanted to cut in on your gig. I wouldn’t let him.
Like I have said before brother, you are one of the best instructors I have ever known. You are up there with guys like instructor Zee, tactical rifleman and many more who were operators. Yes they have more tactical knowledge, instructors can't teach that knowledge to civilians anyways. I have learned the bulk of what I know today by watching your videos and theirs, and taking classes with whoever I can afford to. Keep up the great work and may God continue to use you and help you train and help so many great and good people!
I agree with you 100%. Now, where can I get this exotic dance training?
Call me
As an active member serving in the South African Police Service I have learned a lot from you.
As stated you teaching marksmanship and in my humble opinion you rank amongst the best in the world.
Keep it up Sir.
Love your content.
Another great teacher “elRushbo” used to say the same thing when his critics would tell him (no experience,no opinion). F-Ck them. Carry on brother!
Almost nobody who carries a firearm for self protection will ever need the skills of a policeman, a special operator, or a sniper. There's a giant industry built around the idea that everyone who carries needs to get high-level training and specialty gear that is actually 95% unnecessary for 99.9% of us.
Im sorry you're giving up. I just found your page. Good luck with all your endeavors.
It’s a joke. He’s not going anywhere 😎
Hahaha. I'm not going anywhere. It was a joke. I appreciate you.
I have run into a handful of the elitist types over the years. They all say a similar thing. What keeps me coming back to the craft is seeing somebody (who is cared of guns or had a bad experience) go through a lesson and do very well. To see their face light up after correctly performing the fundamentals and they hit the bullseye. That counteracts any of the naysayers that occasionally come along. We don't do it for the elitists, we do it for those that need quality instruction.
I teach at a range where cops train all the time. The only negligent discharge with injury at this place since I have been there was by a set of police officers during training. Nothing against officers but some of the least trained with firearms I have met are officers. At least in S. Florida it seems to be part of their culture. For some reason, they don't seem to think they need to train with their weapon.
Devgru/Delta teaches handgun basics over and over so that their soldiers become the best, and we know they are the best.
Just as the BASIC FUNDEMENTALS in Jits are the backbone of a good competitor.
Some of best spec ops operators who has youtube vids are bad teachers. Maybe good operators, but definitly not good teachers. You are a great and entertaining teacher.
"So, dont be a dickhead" and let them get into your mind.😂
We love you Micky.
Wow I'm bummed. Not only have I learned an incredible amount of knowledge and tips, but you've also turned me on to Super Vel and also your lubes. I even get HANDWRITTEN thank you notes with my orders!
You're an awesome individual and I cherish the time you've invested into these videos.
You're 1000% right Mick,.. Eff those effing haters,..
Keep at it!!! Ive been trying for awhile now to schedule one of your classes!!! I am non LEO/military, so I would rather learn from someone that lives "my life". NO disrespect, just different training mindsets! Im a pretty close neighbor, but hell of a work/life schedule. I will make it eventually!
Mate, thanks for what you do…keep it coming, except that exotic dance thing…you gotta learn to hold something back 😂
Mickey. I learned how to shoot pistol watching your video's on UA-cam. I shoot better than any SpecOps people I know. Not to mention some of the most ignorant gun stuff I've ever heard has been from military and law enforcement. Sorry but it's true.
Keep doing what you are doing and thank you.
Damn… My cousin lives in Naperville, which I believe is nearby you… He said the anti-gun loons are out of control in Illinois & said this day would come.
Serious🙏🏻⬆️🇺🇸
You provide and deliver a superb product to the people that need training. You have proven that you are not entitled and liberal, but have the life saving discipline to teach others. America's Founding Fathers are looking down from Heaven with Joyous Discipline and Gratification from the work they help create.
See you at the end of August for training
You are exactly right. Personally, ex-military or cop is a red flag for me, there are a few cool ones, but for the most part, I'm tired of their tone and vibe. I'm retired military, I saw more wannabes than anyone wants to believe. Same is true for cops, lots of losers who want to make a carreer playing cops and robbers. Your series on the P365 is priceless, I got one because of you. I'm glad to hear that the jealous NO IDENTITY goof balls don't bother you. How difficult is it to just not watch the channel again? Keep up the great work -- please.
You are the MAN! You're instructional vids are clear and concise w/an emphasis on safety. Thank you Sir!!
Do the Do Mick. Never mind them. THEY know you're good cause they read our posts.
I took your class last year. I feel pretty confident in saying, that guy don't know sh....
Hahaha
Hey ...on the whole... "you gotta be an "operator" to be qualified to be a trainer thing.... BS... a lot of agency and military trainers I find have specality in law enforcment gun employment or war fighting... carrying a gun as a civilian in the united states is a whole different ball game as far as ROE, legality etc. Its different and a lot of what they teach doesn't apply to what joe blow citizen has to do to defend himself on the street, in his home, at work etc.
Most of the best football {your "soccer"} coaches were not amazing players!
Teaching is a skill and whenever I see one of your videos Mick, you have it in buckets!
Micky you are the best trainer in the Gun Culture. We can only wish there were more outstanding individuals like yourself in the firearms community. Everyone who knows about you they know your next level and very squared away. Never forget that sir, ya scared me with that thumbnail you😂 Take care Micky ML&R always 👊🏼