Train for reality, NOT for the 'gram

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  • Опубліковано 26 тра 2022
  • On this episode Mike goes over 'weapon transitions' and the importance of practicing drills that are based in reality, not just for Instagram.
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  • @lincolnpascual
    @lincolnpascual 2 роки тому +201

    I'll be honest- the first time I ever transitioned to a pistol in combat was an "oh shit" moment. We were clearing buildings in Baghdad, and I was first through the door. An arm came around the door with a knife in it (later learned it was a karambit) and yanked my support arm of my rifle, pulling me with it. I dropped the rifle and instinctively went with it, pulling my sidearm and unloading the whole mag into the guy. Ran him into the wall and half that mag was put into him with the barrel pushed deep into his chest. "Getting off the X" indeed. I still have that scar and it's a constant reminder that NOBODY is a "badass" until after the fight is over. I didn't even realize my arm was torn from inside the elbow to halfway down the forearm on the outside, until the medic took a look at me and said, "you're out. That's gonna keep bleeding." Fuckers had to drag me away from the fight cause I was so jacked up on adrenaline that I was refusing. 24 stitches and 2, maybe 3 weeks later I got back into it, still bandaged up. 2003. What a fucking year.

    • @whyterhyno6123
      @whyterhyno6123 Рік тому +17

      Thank you for your service and God Bless you. Good to have you home!

    • @dreamisolympia88
      @dreamisolympia88 Рік тому +8

      Ahhh yes. Baghdad. My home away from home. Glad you made it back brother

    • @kasimjarkai7807
      @kasimjarkai7807 Рік тому

      The trusty karambit.

    • @MALICEM12
      @MALICEM12 Рік тому +1

      All that for what

    • @hypoglosal
      @hypoglosal Рік тому

      @@MALICEM12 all that for your freedom. Just say thanks and mtfo....

  • @gi33gi33
    @gi33gi33 2 роки тому +299

    You can tell he's the best of the best when he talks about how to instruct. Belief in more than one way, open forums, and sharing knowledge says more about who your learning from than anything. This is the type of guy to take info from.

  • @patrickavondale8653
    @patrickavondale8653 2 роки тому +476

    Mike, this is a really good reality check. I would really like to see you unwind some more gram influenced bad habits we may be developing. I have trained through transitions quite a bit but admittedly, almost always static.

    • @bobbyhale4599
      @bobbyhale4599 2 роки тому +2

      Agree with Nick. Keep em coming

    • @Wuhan_Operator
      @Wuhan_Operator 2 роки тому

      Agreed…

    • @huckfinn240
      @huckfinn240 2 роки тому +3

      Dry fire, dry fire with movement. Getting a lazer deal helps out a lot on transition and movement.

    • @bubbalawrence1
      @bubbalawrence1 2 роки тому +1

      Yea exactly, gram influencers are always about the look not the practicality lol

    • @keepingitmellow
      @keepingitmellow Рік тому +1

      fuck it I wish he could call them out lol when you’re well trained it hurts the eyes to see all the bs the do for attention

  • @brye0331
    @brye0331 2 роки тому +103

    Man.. As a marine vet, a young father and proud American, I can honestly say I’m very thankful for guys like Mike Glover. Keep ‘em coming and as always, stay alert and stay alive.

  • @PenTheMighty
    @PenTheMighty 2 роки тому +81

    I remember when I first started as a cook, I was always told "Fast is slow, slow is fast. Speed comes from being efficient and using your brain, not throwing more "energy" or "passion" into a task." It took time but instead of trying to get faster, I tried to make each slice even, uniform, and smooth. I experimented with tons of different holds of my knife as well as arm positioning. I discovered I had to cut differently depending upon how tall the table I was working on was but, key was not "wasting" energy by making unnecessary movements; using each muscle only as much as needed while doing my job accurately. Soon, my sliced onions, scallions, and other mise en place looked like they had been sliced by a machine but, I wasn't fast yet. That came with more time and practice. All I had to do was cut slow, and soon, I was able to slice so fast it made people nervous because they thought I was going to cut my finger off. I went from cutting myself once every few months, to maybe once a year, if that. Why? I had so much muscle memory that my fingers got stiffer if I picked up a knife in the other hand, readying themselves without me having to even think about it.
    Start slow, repeat and look for economy of motion, the speed will come with time. Better to do it perfectly each time even if it's a snail's pace at first. After a while, you'll be perfect even in a rush and it will be pure reflex.

    • @carmineleonettijr6769
      @carmineleonettijr6769 2 роки тому +6

      Thank you for your service. I always had mad respect for the cooks I don’t care what everyone else says about you.

    • @krysis8115
      @krysis8115 2 роки тому +6

      This is the definition of perfect practice makes perfect

    • @ahole5407
      @ahole5407 Рік тому

      Cool story bro, now how about you go make me a samich

    • @jeffb5781
      @jeffb5781 Рік тому +1

      Really great advice. Thank you for the story of your cooking experience.

    • @eterlizzi
      @eterlizzi Рік тому +2

      Same with music

  • @paraAA82
    @paraAA82 2 роки тому +75

    "Stay alert, stay alive." Thank you Mike! In the words of former Delta "Pat mac" "Mobility means survivability"

    • @huckfinn240
      @huckfinn240 2 роки тому

      Get the fuck off the X! Sean Ryan.

  • @parker8012
    @parker8012 Рік тому +12

    That last part about keeping everything open book, no secrets, letting people film your classes really goes to show the kind of person you are. That you care more about educating people than the rest of it. And that is why I love watching your stuff and hope to one day take your classes.

  • @bradcarpenter2497
    @bradcarpenter2497 2 роки тому +176

    Great content as usual. If hard cover is not available to get behind, then movement is your cover. Anything that makes you harder to hit needs to be trained and incorporated. Not getting shot is the most important skill needed in a gunfight.

    • @paraAA82
      @paraAA82 2 роки тому +13

      Well said! actually is more important avoid being hit, than hit your target...

    • @Ac22768
      @Ac22768 2 роки тому +6

      Movement is not cover.

    • @Followme556
      @Followme556 2 роки тому

      @@Ac22768 I am sure i speak for the entire comment section when I thank you for your anal-retentiveness. That was sarcasm.

    • @bradcarpenter2497
      @bradcarpenter2497 2 роки тому +7

      @@Ac22768 if it keeps you from getting shot it’s a form of cover.

    • @paraAA82
      @paraAA82 2 роки тому +2

      @@Ac22768 😆

  • @CredibleHulk10
    @CredibleHulk10 2 роки тому +18

    I think the first time I saw a video from Mike he was collaborating with an individual from another branch and discussing specific training they reach received; he said something along the lines of, "that's different than how we learned, I can see the benefits, let me try that."
    Instant subscribe.
    Have not been disappointed.
    Keep up the good work, boss.

  • @ks5526
    @ks5526 2 роки тому +16

    Great video, Mike.
    When I was Infantry there were numerous times the training would just not make sense. The saying we all know is “train like you fight”. They’d say this mantra over and over but frequently the leadership would get in the way of that. The reload example Mike gave is one I heard frequently. They’d tell you not to take your eyes off the target then criticize your speed. When one of us would question this requirement we were told, “oh, don’t worry. On deployment you’ll do the real thing differently.”
    It was maddening. Why bother saying “train like you fight” if you’re not going to really do it?
    We were told “shoot, move & communicate” was our bread and butter but then most of our shooting was static flat range. I remember one of our medics got lit up for “unsafe behavior” when another soldier called cold and dropped down to one knee to reload. The medic posted up behind the soldier with his leg touching the soldiers back. Medic said, “covering” and engaged the target while the soldier finished his reload, called hot and engaged from the knee.
    That medic was immediately surrounded and they were screaming at him. All the joes, team leaders and squad leaders thought what he did was simply “training like we fight”. There are a lot of people that refuse to evolve their training unfortunately. That’s one reason I love this channel and want to attend the training courses offered.

  • @Thearmedpainter
    @Thearmedpainter Рік тому +2

    A friend once told me this “there is never ‘the’ way but rather ‘a’ way.” Always good to see other perspectives and be open to growth. Thanks for sharing!

  • @OandASBG289
    @OandASBG289 Рік тому +11

    This video changed the whole game. Everything is taught standing there, but how proficient are we while moving at a relatively quick pace, perhaps out of breath, or running? Lateral movement will be added to my households drills. Yep, whole family is up in here learning. Thank you sir….

  • @3G4Runner_N_Gunner
    @3G4Runner_N_Gunner 2 роки тому +6

    The lack of movement with drills shown on social media always confused me. If I’m in a gun battle and shit goes bad I’m not gonna just stand in the middle of nowhere and be an easy target. I think this would be very beneficial with dry fire.

  • @codymckone1714
    @codymckone1714 2 роки тому +7

    The glancing at my gun during a reload. I always thought it was a bad habit I formed but it always seemed to be more efficient. Thanks Mike for another amazing video for the rest of us.

    • @DaveSmith-cp5kj
      @DaveSmith-cp5kj Рік тому

      I do think it is a bad habit for the sole situation of shooting under night vision. Yeah I mean night vision seems far out there, but it is increasingly more prevalent and important. During daylight I do watch the tip of my mag go into the magwell before I look back out, but I have practiced enough under night vision that I'm not depending on that glance as a crutch and can reload with my eyes closed or blocked from focus by night vision reliably. If you can reload without looking at the magwell, you can reload while looking at the magwell even faster, if that makes sense.

  • @jj-wp6wc
    @jj-wp6wc 2 роки тому +8

    This guy is very good!
    I was just at the range today, I'm learning. This is like learning martial arts; practice practice practice, and don't skip steps😎

  • @CallofWar5
    @CallofWar5 2 роки тому +12

    when it comes to movement the imperative of "always be striving to improve your position" always applies

    • @dvig3261
      @dvig3261 2 роки тому

      @@echo_research_and_development especially while your pistol is currently out of ammo?

  • @charlcoetzee402
    @charlcoetzee402 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much... I'm a firearms instructor myself and so many times I see guys doing transitions just standing there like an open target not moving off of the X at all. Love the channel keep it up. Very informative

  • @marioperez9373
    @marioperez9373 2 роки тому +11

    You humbleness is something to strive for, Mike. Thank you!

    • @TeensierPython
      @TeensierPython 2 роки тому

      Humble? He brags about all his combat tours at the beginning of the video.
      Classic “argument from authority”

    • @JohnSmith-yx8kf
      @JohnSmith-yx8kf 2 роки тому +1

      @@TeensierPython If he started the video with "Hi i'm Mike, i'm a plumber and i've never been in a gunfight", do you think his opinions on this subject would have equal value? He's stating his qualifications to talk about the subject, that's not "bragging".

    • @tome6023
      @tome6023 2 роки тому

      @@TeensierPython If anyone deserves to it’s a unit guy

  • @daniquederidder4663
    @daniquederidder4663 2 роки тому +5

    "you dont want to witness your own death...!" This is a good advise never thought about it that way, I will remember this one!

  • @seandwyer4816
    @seandwyer4816 2 роки тому

    Wow. 1st true Master I've seen on UA-cam. I say this not because of his tactics, I say this because of his approach in teaching. Kudos, how refreshing.

  • @DJTheMetalheadMercenary
    @DJTheMetalheadMercenary 2 роки тому +41

    YES!!!! Reality-based training is best training. Excellent stuff brother.

  • @kevinhershberger1620
    @kevinhershberger1620 2 роки тому +7

    "Don't be toxic, don't be a butthole!" Well said brother!! 👏

  • @bucknkd79
    @bucknkd79 2 роки тому +1

    I bought parts for my first AR at Ready Gunner while I was in college in Provo. One of the workers spent a solid hour helping me put it together for free. That place is awesome!

  • @Nunez87
    @Nunez87 2 роки тому

    Mike is the only person I care about for information and training. He's the only one that makes sense in all these grammmers doing drills.

  • @liberty9348
    @liberty9348 2 роки тому +3

    Outstanding video sir. Anyone can learn quickly, efficiently, and effectively, by watching your training. Felt like I was back in Iraq getting training from the ODA. It's about WINNING and finding the most efficient way to accomplish it, not about right, wrong, or opinions. If the tactics change, you change or you die. I was giving PMIs as an E-3 and the ODA team sat in on one. The weapon specialist said he learned something about the 240B he didn't know and wanted me to show him again (after the instruction). He had the same mentality as you. I had information he didn't and he wanted to know what I was talking about. He didn't dismiss me because I was an E-3 and he was a MSG and he was watching some boring PMI he's seen a million times, he was receptive to different information available and was focused on learning anything he could. Awesome soldier, just like you sir.

  • @Dan-ir4db
    @Dan-ir4db 2 роки тому +4

    I love it how Mike tells you what the real world will bring. I train with a certain mindset and try to be as realistic as possible. You will not be comfortable in real combat, train accordingly.

  • @mikee1891
    @mikee1891 Рік тому

    It’s crazy how FEW people / trainers / gun “influencers” emphasize MOVEMENT in training. Great to see this vid. Solid stuff.

  • @llamagetchya4118
    @llamagetchya4118 2 роки тому

    Movement makes you a harder target, but the gold is 6:39-7:23, keeping an open mind and not letting pride keep you from learning. Solid. Thanks.

  • @elvaquero9158
    @elvaquero9158 2 роки тому +30

    Love this. Me and my buddy load each other’s mags, for primary and secondary. Each with a different round count. So you never know when the bolt is going to lock and you can’t predict it. Then when it does we practice switching to secondary which also has an unknown amount of round. If it goes dry within the first 4 rounds we reload and give another 4 rounds. Adds a little stress while working on mechanics. I love this idea. Great video

    • @BroskY250
      @BroskY250 2 роки тому +3

      Awesome, don’t forget to add a dummy in there as well!

    • @elvaquero9158
      @elvaquero9158 2 роки тому +2

      @@BroskY250 just normal targets for now. We both went through the same training at work. This is how we try to keep proficient while adding a little more too it.

    • @Followme556
      @Followme556 2 роки тому

      @@Valorius Good question.

    • @elvaquero9158
      @elvaquero9158 2 роки тому +1

      @@Valorius why what?

    • @elvaquero9158
      @elvaquero9158 2 роки тому +2

      @@Valorius which part are you referring too exactly so I can give a better explanation

  • @overwatchdesigns8969
    @overwatchdesigns8969 2 роки тому +25

    Missed you at Freedom Days Mike. On the pistol reload, I was taught the benefit of keeping your eyes down range with your pistol in front of your face was so the bad guy didn’t have a chance to hide and you had faster target acquisition after reload. Focus down range but see the mag well in your peripheral. Get off the “X” though. I can still here Pete Chomic yelling “MOOOOVE!!!!” while chucking frag sims.

    • @deant1986
      @deant1986 2 роки тому +1

      That's why you reload in the workspace, Infront of your face. Precision reload and peripheral awareness

    • @Nickalapokis
      @Nickalapokis 2 роки тому

      It's also assumed you won't be standing in the middle of a field when needing to reload so usually you have the option to be behind cover or concealment and have the time to look at the magwell for a split second instead of always "EYES DOWN RANGE!"

  • @SuperMozilla69
    @SuperMozilla69 6 місяців тому

    "Don't be a butthole" my favorite quote from you, Mike. Love it!

  • @CA.0verview
    @CA.0verview 2 роки тому +2

    The last message mike said created a mix emotion of sad , joy and understanding of a human being that cares for other human beings. I’ve experienced these mixed emotions before and I’m joyful and happy mike is generally one of those people.

  • @Ratlstrap
    @Ratlstrap 2 роки тому +5

    I love the fact that any technique you pass along to us you always go from crawl, to walk, to run. I've picked so much up juat from watching and emulating from slow and deliberate to almost 2nd nature. Always well done

  • @kungadimey6970
    @kungadimey6970 2 роки тому +3

    I just graduated from army infantry. Man I’ve been following for a long time. Your videos are always very educational. 🙏🙏

    • @whyterhyno6123
      @whyterhyno6123 Рік тому +1

      Congratulations and God Bless. Stay safe. Thank you for your service

    • @DaveSmith-cp5kj
      @DaveSmith-cp5kj Рік тому

      This is probably the worst possible time to join the military, so I respect the commitment.

  • @tannerslays
    @tannerslays 2 роки тому +1

    This is why I like Mike! Practice how it would be for a real scenario. Not some fabricated movement just for socials. Keep it up Mike!

  • @keonigeneralao7601
    @keonigeneralao7601 2 роки тому +1

    “This is a sig P320 AXG Pro, no big deal.” Laughed way too hard at that. Lol great video

  • @RIVER-RATT
    @RIVER-RATT 2 роки тому +5

    We used to practice transitioning from all kinds of positions. Being a boat unit guy, we could get into a lot of trouble if things go sideways. Great video and information 👊🏼

  • @chrismiksworld
    @chrismiksworld 2 роки тому +10

    I Love that I already do what he just showed us to do, Naturally on my own when training. Makes me think I'm on the right track and Mindset

    • @jonwinfield9193
      @jonwinfield9193 2 роки тому +3

      I mean, as much as this is emphasized. It's honestly pretty common knowledge to anyone who does gun fighting. The basics are extremely simple, but startlingly poorly understood.

  • @tcarr1
    @tcarr1 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the info and the reinforcement. I practice this:
    Pistol: load 2, shoot 2, slide lock, MOVE! Don't stand there, or I'll get shot. I move laterally AS I'm reloading to prevent becoming a static target. Same with rifle transitions. To up the stress I'll run 25yd wind sprints til I'm gassed, THEN do these drills. It's totally different moving, shooting, and reloading when you're sucking wind.

  • @MyersEmpires
    @MyersEmpires Рік тому

    Something you were pointing out that resonated with me was being the "Apex" of the weapon. A lot of people think it's their eyes that are aiming but it's really how you position your body relative to the weapon and target. Very useful to re-aquire targets. Whereas, when you aim optically, you have to check your front sight post, then your rear then fire if alighned with your target for perfect sight picture. But if you position your ENTIRE body relative to that target, tracking that target FEELS accurate. Mix that with Quartermarking (Sectioning your target) and you are a lethal shot.

  • @L33T_Taco
    @L33T_Taco 2 роки тому +10

    I love these tutorials. I think they are great for already being in the action. Id love to see more readiness trainings... tips or procedures to practice so you can enter the action if need be like starting from your car. Whenever we see these tutorials its always you already have your full kit on, you already have your weapon slung and your pistol in an external holster like your outside patrolling something or your on the streets in a sh1t hits the fan scenario. Id love to see more tips and tricks for the start of the actions where you have to acquire your gear from wherever you have it stored or different steps or priorities to make sure of first and then take up position into the fight zone say if there is a shooting in the streets and your in your car and you aren't the prime target, or if you hear someone kicking your door in and they haven't yet breached yet and you have a few moments. Obviously the step is to acquire your gear and ensure you enter the fight zone from as safe of a position as you can get but im wondering if there's any extra info or tips you can add to this base knowledge.

  • @gar2chan
    @gar2chan 2 роки тому +3

    I always appreciate your honest opinions and this is my number one reason for always visiting FieldCraft's channel. Good stuff!

  • @petery7872
    @petery7872 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for taking the time to teach me about technical training in tactical situations!

  • @hairstonwilliams2770
    @hairstonwilliams2770 Рік тому +1

    Knowledge is more valuable than material gain or acquirement. Thus, I find it a necessity to express my appreciation and gratitude for what you do. Thank you, Mike.

  • @a.c6443
    @a.c6443 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for sharing, I’m so happy to learn from the best 💪🏻🙏🏻. Long life to you warrior

  • @jons3309
    @jons3309 2 роки тому +3

    I love the no nonsense tactics training brother. Thank you so much for what you do!

  • @frankfernandez8975
    @frankfernandez8975 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing. TTP's change so as a retired (ETS 1990) Army, still like to put time at the range when possible, you give good battle proven drills that helps improve and maintain perishable skills.

  • @siIverflow
    @siIverflow 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for everything you’re doing Mike. You’re a hardcore dude and we’re lucky that you’re so open with us.
    Hope to see Fieldcraft Survival come out to Wisconsin sometime in the near future.

  • @shawnadkins9467
    @shawnadkins9467 2 роки тому +4

    I agree on the transition. My agency recently started teaching using the support hand to lower the rifle while rotating it over and to the side. I was left thinking that’s a lot of work when my sling will hold my rifle to the side.

  • @shanec3933
    @shanec3933 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for posting Mike. Always appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge and expertise! Such good info.!

  • @joelewis4906
    @joelewis4906 2 роки тому +1

    You're a rockstar Mike. Absolutely love watching your videos and learn from each one. Your videos have a direct and practical impact on other professionals. Much appreciated.

  • @roundrock63
    @roundrock63 2 роки тому +6

    Great content from a real world and practical point of view.
    Not flashy just doing it the right way.

  • @gold5actual48
    @gold5actual48 2 роки тому +3

    True sh!t. Good video man. Train, learn, practice, just like anything else you want to get better at. If the moment arises you'll be as good as your training.

  • @HellInAHandBasket45
    @HellInAHandBasket45 Рік тому

    Much respect to you and your company! Love the humble approach to everything. I wish more people showed the kind of character you do sir!

  • @fightthevirus7180
    @fightthevirus7180 Рік тому

    Great points. German SWAT officer (SEK) speaking. One of the worst habits we develop on a sterile range is "gun turret mode". Adding movement is representative for "the thing", before, during and after shooting & manipulating.
    Being a static gun turret in a gun fight doesnt Sound too good.
    Identifying relevant factors in a real life environment allows for creating representative trainings.
    Thanks for emphasizing this idea.
    Greetings Michael

  • @scottedwards402
    @scottedwards402 2 роки тому +5

    Mike, as usual, great content in the video.
    As a person that was in the big army discharged before the 1st GW, but became a cop in 1988 and finally retired after almost 26 years, I love watching you and a few others videos because you dissiminate useful tacticas and information w/o the ego and I really like that the ego is not so big that you train with other groups with different ideas and techniques. I really do like watching your videos and theirs.

  • @damonsmith71712
    @damonsmith71712 2 роки тому +4

    Right on Mike. Always common sense info from you and your company. This is exactly how we taught as operators on our SWAT team. I don’t understand why we have instructors teaching that movement is not necessary or effective. Keep up the good work.

  • @natekinzie4749
    @natekinzie4749 2 роки тому +2

    Love what you guys are doing, and you couldn't be more right about tactics evolving!! Hell I just think back to how much even the "basics" have changed since 2004 when I was on my first tour, and it's amazing the equipment and tactics changes up until now! Never stop learning!!

  • @d.doherty6521
    @d.doherty6521 2 роки тому +1

    I really love this block of instruction. Thanks for sharing your years in special operations.

  • @trainwisefitness1377
    @trainwisefitness1377 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for this! Your thoughts on tactics and skills and practical applications are so helpful and easy to implement in my own training

  • @stalo8
    @stalo8 2 роки тому +3

    I appreciate your trainers, your company and you. Please, dear God, keep making everything accessible to us. I have loved every second of training I've received over the last few months. Headed to one again tomorrow!

  • @rbselfdefense3868
    @rbselfdefense3868 2 роки тому +2

    Great mindset, sharing knowledge with a open mind, and growing as a community, is the right way to go, unfortunately we do not see enough of that.
    👏👏👏

  • @revgriz120000
    @revgriz120000 2 роки тому

    Shoot, move, communicate. If you are not shooting, (such as while transitioning from rifle to pistol), you should be moving. Great video, and a good reminder of our priorities.

  • @bobs1648
    @bobs1648 2 роки тому +3

    Mike I'm glad you did this video. It brings me back to an issue I have and have always had with law enforcement qualifications. No matter what qual test you take, most are taking the FBI test, they are all done static. I don't know how many sheriff's or police chiefs I have tried to explain the simple concept that if you're being shot at, unless you're an idiot, you're not going to be standing still in the wide open.

  • @triggercrysisjames142
    @triggercrysisjames142 2 роки тому +4

    Moving while transitioning is vital in training. However using a thigh rig is much less effective due to leg movement.
    Having a low ride holster on your belt is far more quicker and accurate while engaged.
    Just something to think about...

  • @Fer-De-Lance
    @Fer-De-Lance 2 роки тому

    I took my first combat pistol course back in March and did combat pistol/rifle in April. The instructor was a SWAT officer and told me I did very good. I can remember most of both courses. I practice as much as I can. Movement and positioning are important.

  • @mtg1776
    @mtg1776 2 роки тому

    Fun story. We had a guy in the fatal funnel come up on a threat. He tries to double tap, but gets an ammo failure (likely due to the ammo being stored too long in the magazine and picking up clp or water). He decides to transition. This is when single point slings were all the rage, and mid draw, his rifle slams into his junk and doubles him over. The bullets that he likely would have taken grazed his shoulder and helmet. He hits his knees and gets effective fire on the target. After all the laughter, after action lessons we trained for, uh, years and years now: fresh ammo often, single point slings suck on M4/AR's, throw the barrel away at 45 degrees with your off hand while drawing, take a knee (or move laterally), God loves sheepdogs and has a sense of humor. Great video.

  • @peten6691
    @peten6691 2 роки тому +5

    Great information! A dry fire practice routine video would be helpful to those who are financially restricted from a lot of live fire range training. Keep up the great content. Thanks

    • @davisjames8484
      @davisjames8484 Рік тому +1

      Find a friend who has land. Reload drills and accuracy drills. Trigger, grip, sight picture, these are repeatable motions that can be practiced for free

  • @huckfinn240
    @huckfinn240 2 роки тому +3

    You, GBRS, land Pat Mac have the best in business weapons manipulation & techniques. Many mini differences between the 3 but like Mike says you have to do what works for you. Also, this is not knowledge you are giving us. It’s wisdom. Cheers mates! Great video. Great breakdown as always, thanks.

  • @javierluna56
    @javierluna56 2 роки тому +1

    Great video Mike. I come to realize that it’s little details that can make a huge difference in critical moments.

  • @badlandsdivisonshane6464
    @badlandsdivisonshane6464 2 роки тому

    Mike the one thing I enjoy about your personality and channel is that you say its an open form of discussion and your not a "no do it my way" im a firm believer of do what works best for you.

  • @facelesssman
    @facelesssman 2 роки тому +3

    You and your entire team are amazing. Onto in my agency and sphere of influence try to be a conduit in the transfer of knowledge. I hoard nothing!

  • @ThePatriotParadox
    @ThePatriotParadox 2 роки тому +5

    Introducing movement and or cover is key I believe, then when you have time fix a malfunction or preform a reload

  • @nicholasblack8515
    @nicholasblack8515 Рік тому

    Love it. One of the things I dislike most is instructors who bash on students for looking at their holster when reholstering a weapon. They all say 'you should be scanning, not looking for your holster.
    I argue that if it's safe enough to put it away, then you've got all the time in the world.

  • @kawaii_akuma9267
    @kawaii_akuma9267 2 роки тому +1

    I've learned so much from watching your channel and I absolutely love it thanks for doing these videos please keep it up

  • @micaschnell5963
    @micaschnell5963 2 роки тому +3

    This is why I like to take bits and pieces from everything I've watched or have had taught to me. It's like building a mental tool box. Just adding more tools and when I need said tool I have it.

    • @andrewvachon1943
      @andrewvachon1943 2 роки тому

      As Clint Smith pointed out you have to know where each tool is located and how it should be used. He said it in a much more Clint Smith way of course.

  • @joshshepherd5660
    @joshshepherd5660 2 роки тому +4

    Good stuff. It does seem to help me to do the slow motion routine a few times before speeding up and pushing for efficiency of movement. I started doing it as the standard "warmup" so to say.

    • @BroskY250
      @BroskY250 2 роки тому +1

      Yes, gotta learn to crawl before you can walk or run.

    • @joshshepherd5660
      @joshshepherd5660 2 роки тому

      @@BroskY250 Absolutely. The surprise I got from it was when I hadn't done any pistol drills for a couple weeks and I started in on a pistol set kinda in a hurry, no real "warm up" stuff. Noticed I was a bit spread out, felt kinda hitchy in the draw, and just very un-smooth. I stopped, went back to the slow-mo for a few draws and groups....boom....immediately felt things change. Maybe it's all in my head but it certainly felt like there was something to just physically doing a few PERFECT slow reps before trying to go faster.

  • @donprater6944
    @donprater6944 2 роки тому

    Simply the best. Thank you for sharing.

  • @lyoneljean-louis574
    @lyoneljean-louis574 Рік тому

    Absolutely LOVE this channel

  • @RealitySurvival
    @RealitySurvival 2 роки тому +6

    100% correct according to the instruction I have received over 26 years in the military as well.

  • @xPetyr
    @xPetyr 2 роки тому +34

    Remember - switching to your pistol is always faster than reloading.

    • @jaydenhall187
      @jaydenhall187 2 роки тому +4

      Unless your Lucas

    • @deepzone31
      @deepzone31 2 роки тому

      Sooooooooaaaaap

    • @isaiahvelez9961
      @isaiahvelez9961 Рік тому

      COD

    • @ORam...
      @ORam... Рік тому

      The real lesson is "Remember, moving while reloading or switching to your secondary increases your odds of not being shot, drastically.

    • @moenibus
      @moenibus 8 місяців тому

      ok "badass"

  • @geoff_tac
    @geoff_tac 2 роки тому

    Thank you man, these are priceless nuggets that I think everyone knows, but its great to have repeated. The best take away is try stuff, don't just go to a static range. You will learn more from trying things and seeing what fails than you will by watching someone and never attempting it. Thanks for putting it out in the world!

  • @KerryDSC
    @KerryDSC 2 роки тому +1

    I always learn something new from your content, your exceptional at your craft Mike. thanks for sharing your experiences

  • @tonysalvo9095
    @tonysalvo9095 2 роки тому +3

    I wish Field Craft would come to Wisconsin! Idk where to go to get proper training here but I imagine there's some good folks here. Any you would recommend Mike?! Thank you for all your company and you do too!

    • @Knuckleheaded76
      @Knuckleheaded76 2 роки тому

      @AZ Desert Prepper heyyyy dude. Chill with that, fucked up bro
      Jk my man, boop the snoot and move the boots.

  • @DudeNamedDad
    @DudeNamedDad 2 роки тому +4

    It’s nice to see how there isn’t a super secret SOF way of doing things. Learned the same things on the conventional side.
    Keep spreading truth and quality content Mike.

  • @markweesner9894
    @markweesner9894 2 роки тому +2

    Mike, absolutely love your instruction! Learned so much from this video. Thank you! Can’t wait to practice at the range!

  • @ephilok50
    @ephilok50 Рік тому

    Glad to see this. I was taught two ways of transitioning to the side arm, one was to guide the primary down with my shoot hand and basically swing it back to my right which, puts my shooting hand (right in my case) right at my holster for the draw. When coupled with movement this always worked well for me, however it is possible for the rifle to swing completely around behind you if you are really rushing and throw it back to hard. At any rate i do definitely see the advantages of this method and it does keep the primary in a better position. I trained the other way frequently so I never really had any issues re-engaging the primary, but I do see many who do, so I will most likely dump that and move forward with this, thanks for putting it in context. Keep up the good work.

  • @projektmanlwc9936
    @projektmanlwc9936 2 роки тому +4

    The sighs at 6:31 sent chills down my spine. Wonder what was seen in the minds eye. Thanks for the education.

  • @echo_research_and_development
    @echo_research_and_development 2 роки тому +7

    Agree about the reloading.
    A conversation I recall:
    "Keep your eye on the threat while reloading."
    Wait? If I can see my opponent during reload, doesn't that mean the opponent has a line of sight to shoot me? Would that not be a problem in a pistol fight from few meters away?

    • @sa-amirel-hayeed699
      @sa-amirel-hayeed699 2 роки тому

      If you're in a pistol fight from a few meters away and you have to reload, you're having a bad time and you've probably been shot a few times

    • @echo_research_and_development
      @echo_research_and_development 2 роки тому

      @@sa-amirel-hayeed699 That does not prove or disprove anything about what I said.

    • @sa-amirel-hayeed699
      @sa-amirel-hayeed699 2 роки тому +1

      @@echo_research_and_development yes it does, because if you see him, you know he sees you, and if you're so bad at shooting that you can't hit a target in a whole mag in a pistol fight from a few meters away then you are having a bad time. The idea is to keep your gun pointed towards where the threat might come from next and to be so proficient you don't necessarily need to look at your gun while reloading.

    • @echo_research_and_development
      @echo_research_and_development 2 роки тому

      @@sa-amirel-hayeed699 If being a bad shot is the only reason you can think of why a reload is needed, you are obviously ignorant.

  • @VoodooLegacy369
    @VoodooLegacy369 Рік тому

    As always, absolutely phenomenal instructions that anyone can take away and apply in practice and real life scenarios. Thank you Mike!

  • @IsaacS2010
    @IsaacS2010 Рік тому

    I think Mike's comment on minute 7:00 is spot on. You can't be prideful, and you have to be at least open to another point-of-view. This will make you better. All "martial" arts are focused on form and repetition, but a real fight in the street is much different than a fight in the dojo or ring. Same principle here. Thanks again, Mike. You are making people safer. God bless!

  • @losswistakos4767
    @losswistakos4767 2 роки тому +3

    One question that came to my mind during that last "full speed" repetition: Is it necessary to flip that safety? I mean in life or death situation, should you care to do so and potentially loose that split of a second?

    • @Tacti_cat
      @Tacti_cat 2 роки тому +2

      The flipping of the safety is a miniscule amount of movement that wouldn't really add or reduce to the draw time of the pistol. Putting the gun on safe is good practice because what if during your movements, You trip and fall with your rifle? Or you get hit and fall? Having that gun rendered safe removes it from the what if scenarios that could occur.

    • @davidtempleton1320
      @davidtempleton1320 2 роки тому

      In training, yes. In real world, rifle's down anyway. I wouldn't remember under stress.

    • @losswistakos4767
      @losswistakos4767 2 роки тому

      @@Tacti_cat okay, that sounds reasonable.

    • @losswistakos4767
      @losswistakos4767 2 роки тому

      @@davidtempleton1320 training is all about muscle memory, so you do this automatically, so assuming you've really committed into repeating this routine, in stress situation you would most likely go for the safety. Because it's just about muscle memory and you don't think much while you do it.
      Same goes with playing instruments etc.

    • @JohnSmith-yx8kf
      @JohnSmith-yx8kf 2 роки тому

      @@davidtempleton1320 If you train properly you won't need to remember, you'll just do it automatically.

  • @lockemoff-road366
    @lockemoff-road366 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this keep ‘em coming!

  • @atlaslegionnaire3711
    @atlaslegionnaire3711 2 роки тому

    I love that you took a moment to say towards the end of the video that this is an open discussion. More people need to get involved in it with different understandings and mindsets, it's how exchange of information and the growth of knowledge, and therefore more effective skills/techniques can be achieved.

  • @jjacks8203
    @jjacks8203 2 роки тому

    Your stuff is great. Appreciate the info, honesty, wit and touch of sarcasm

  • @ltmando2755
    @ltmando2755 Рік тому

    One of my favorite channels to watch always just super real straight up, thank you for the content.

  • @taylorbott3320
    @taylorbott3320 Рік тому

    Mike has some of the best real world advice I have ever seen on this platform. I am currently starting to get together a nice pistol to trust my life with and train with it. Starting with all the basics. I am also starting to gather the needed gear to accomplish this goal. He has given such valuable advice and has helped me to become a better shooter, and person. Such a great guy! Love these videos.

  • @Trickydickysticky
    @Trickydickysticky Рік тому

    Thank you! "Witnessing my own death" a good way to put it. You can usually still see movement in your peripheral vision aswell.

  • @freeholdtacticalmed
    @freeholdtacticalmed 2 роки тому

    The term ‘Fire and Movement’ is real. You rock Mike!

  • @c.norton646
    @c.norton646 Рік тому

    Thank you for your time and efforts on these videos. Very helpful