As a former ammo salesman allow me to elaborate on Hornady hollow points. Hornady has two load types, critical duty and critical defense. Critical duty has a polymer tip designed for law enforcement that is "barrier blind," meaning it can first pass through a hard barrier and then expand after hitting the target. Police have to shoot through cars sometimes and the critical duty serves that purpose. Critical defense has a polymer type that is designed to be smashed down into the bullet and facilitate more consistent expansion. It is less barrier blind but in a home defense situation you are not likely to shoot through barriers as you want to verify you are not shooting a loved one. The critical defense is also made with low flash powder that produce a less blinding flash. This helps reduce how blind you might become from the flash in a low light setting for those bump in the night moments. If its home defense, I would recommend critical defense. If this is a conceal carry gun either would work. I lean towards critical defense as even in conceal carry I am less likely to shoot through barriers. If their is a barrier between me and the threat I am using that barrier against them and buggin out. How this helps to clarify the difference between the 2 round types by Hornady.
Mental note; Critical defense for conceal carry and home defense to not kill wife/kids/pets/ neighbors....Critical Duty for WORL SHTF situations were I’m shooting assailants/insurgents through car doors and walls. 👌😁
When Jerry speaks, you just listen. Such a humble and down to earth man with the knowledge and skill to shock and awe anyone. Thanks for the wisdom Jerry!
My Dad taught me to shoot in 1952 and so I have been shooting for a lot of years and have had the pleasure of owning many types of firearms in a variety of calibers. That allowed me to watch this video from the standpoint of an experienced shooter and all I can say is “WOW”. Jerry put so much useful information into this video that you would need to stop every minute and take notes if you want to remember it all. I love it when guys like Jerry, who really know what they are talking about, take the time to do such informative videos. In light of our current situation there are lots of people getting into gun ownership. They need people like Jerry to guide them. Well done!
@@msihcs8171 People would wake up from comas, dogs would start digging for shelter, Netflix would cancel all of it's Netflix originals, earth-killer asteroids would redirect and go back the way they came, I would step on a lego. Oh jesus THE HORROR!
@@msihcs8171 The two together would obliterate all bad actors in the world before the timer hit the second beep. Any thinking about joining, Clint Eastwood could glare them into submission and keep the boogers of Chuck and Jerry's backs.
And don't forget the dry firing practice. Lots of handling of the gun, reloading, the stand, grip, aiming, trigger pull...everything without the bang. I think a lot of new gun owners think they can't train to handle their gun when they are currently not going to the range. That creates drawer guns who aren't touched or unloaded in 20 years. Thanks for bringing up the hornady website, I'll check it out.
A lifetime of experience in a few minutes! Listening loud and clear. When bullets start flying your training takes over! From a combat veteran perspective ,this freely given advice is priceless! Hope for the best and train for the worst! God bless you and stay safe!
Thank you for reiterating that you want the biggest, heaviest handgun you can comfortably hold and aim. Another good point is that handguns in general are the hardest to shoot accurately and reliably under stress. Shorter barreled long guns, both shotguns and carbines are my recommendation for folks who don't visit the range much but still appreciate the potential need for a firearm for home defense.
I learned a lot from, Jerry's video. One of the things I learned was, Ammo Choice needs attention. No matter what caliber you choose. It's the, Type of ammo, in that caliber, and for what purpose, that this particular firearm is going to be used for. Home Defense Ammo > Self Defense Ammo > Police Department Ammo > Military Ammo > Thanks, Jerry. 🎯
I could listen to this guy all day and all night ...He's spent most of his life with guns and they still make him happy and it shows with every word and every video and he has passed that onto he's daughter who I love to watch her videos too...There excitment is infectious ...Keep up the good work guys
When your in The republic of California 10 rounds is high capacity, Jerry”never heard some one say I have too much ammo in my gun”. Clint Smith”no one wants to be the first person to run out of ammo in a gun Fight”. Both Jerry and CLint like big guns! Lesson is carry full size gun and get good with changing magazines and and carry plenty!
Welcome Steven, May I suggest two lessons: 1) Intro to handguns. 2) Basic Pistol Shooting. Know the 4 rules of gun safety insideout. Practice, Practice & Practice till you are comfortable & competent. Please do not just throw it in a safe or drawer without doing the above. Oh yeah, "Keep your booger picker off the bang switch until you are sure of your target & what's behind it!" Be responsible & safe & you'll enjoy the sport! Cheers
Thanks guys! I have been to a indoor range twice (I'm in Michigan, spring just arriving) first time was "new shooter" a one on one class then a second time more people were shooting, but I still could get input from the range "monitor" thanks for the welcome!
@@steven3379 dry fire bud. Dry fire, dry fire, dry fire. By far the best possible training for isolating the 7 fundamentals as well as basic weapon manipulations, and that is the way to become unconsciously proficient with them all
jerry you are the main man , the most sensible gun video during these trying times, keep safe , see you on the flip side.... stuck here in the uk for the next several months...
I love watching / listening to this fella. He just makes so much sense. I would say that he is the premier expert on firearms use, safety , applicability. Just a wealth of information.
The one pistol fight I got into, (our army translator/impersonator caught me alone making a satellite call) the guy shot at me from 10-12 ft away. I never drew my pistol and my rifle was five feet away. He missed and I tackled him. He nearly beat me to death with his jammed up/broken/empty gun, (don’t know which) and I was rescued by my soldiers who tried to kick him to death. I flew to Germany for surgery and he walked to the Coyote tied up with zip ties, (I guess because that tough bugger was battered and bruised but that’s it). I still don’t know what or why but that’s my great shoot out story. ☹️
Thanks for being my idol for the last 20+ years. I have hunted and shot for the last 40 years the last 25 being extremly disabled. I hope to get back into shooting soon but being confined to a wheelchair it is a MONSTER challange to find a gun I can handle and afford. I am thinking S&W 686 3inch. Wish me luck should olny take 3-5 years of saving😁😅. Thanks and keep up the GREAT WORK!!!
This man has put more bullets down range than most people ever will. And he says "Ive never been in a gunfight and hope I never will" Intelligence, knowledge mature reality ! 🧐
I have NO doubt that Jerry would be able to handle Any self defense situation that would come his way. I have been watching Jerry for years and from what I have seen about his character and demeanor is that he would give that person every chance to re-think their life choices before taking their life. The tools and skills we have in our lives are only as good the judgment we use them with. Thank you Jerry ( and your family ) for passing on the knowledge and skill you have to others.
I really appreciate your approach to firearms Jerry. You are undeniably one of the best shooters there ever was yet you refuse to allow yourself to become arrogant when it comes to your responsibility towards safety. Just the other day I was at the store where another shopper was looking at handguns next to me and I couldn't help but notice he was absolutely natural in his handling of several hand guns. Clearly he had done a fair amount of shooting and I have to admit he knew more about handguns than myself. Unfortunately he was completely unaware (or didn't care) that he flagged myself, the salesman and several unaware customers. I don't care how good someone is or how much they know when they can't comply with simple etiquette!
Thanks for all of the wisdom, Jerry Miculek - Pro Shooter. I think what you said first is very important: I never want to be in a gun fight, but I want to be prepared if I ever have to be in one.
Jerry is the master. What I have learned in my 50 years of shooting handguns is to pick any caliber or size or model you like and train with it as much as possible and you'll be 1/4 as good as Jerry with it and that will be more than plenty for the average person.
Jerry's given me the revolver bug. I've had my snub nose model 10 for years, and like it, but now I'm considering a model 617 for practice and a model 686 for general purpose. This could get expensive.
3 rounds at 15' covers most residential encounters nationally. (4) 158 grain semi wadcutters followed by a couple of semi jacketed .357 hollow points might be a good choice... Fun and informative to watch, thanks!
I've been a firearms instructor for many years and when approached by folks who just want a home defense weapon I always refer them to a short barrelled shotgun. There stopping power is much better than any handgun and are more forgiving if you're aim is off a little. Plus, the distinctive sound of a Remington 870 being racked in the dead of night is enough to make the most hardened of home intruders wet their pants and dive out the window before you even have to fire a shot.
I totally agree as all data I've ever accumulated has consistantly shown the psyche shock of realizing you're about to enter the "big leagues" of hardcore gunnery will usually end in your invading assailant soiling himself before he makes it out the door (especially if he has watched his buddy get HIS s**t blown away). There are some real s**tforbrains stupid asses out there who actually believe that a home invader will be enticed to aggressively attack you if he hears the chik-chik sound of the slide racking a live shell into battery as you prepare to engage him/them in your domain. Pure horses**t. If they are accomplished in the skill of breaking/entering, they KNOW what is about to happen and they want NO business with it, I guarantee you.
Fun to watch. It doesn't matter what video Jerry have made. If anyone have seen his videos. Jerry hates to have guns and ammo Together whenever he's inside the house. Love to watch and learn from his videos💪👍
@@stag3t-muspsa910 It truly is. I love the time to myself I get cleaning them. A close second is the peaceful serenity of someone in the stall next to you popping off 5.56 rounds. It's like you hear them....but you don't.
An excellent video. After years of shooting and carrying a gun I found got a whole new perspective on several points made in this video. Your videos are always full of information without any non-essential verbage. Good job as always.
Jerry makes good points here. My home defense gun is a Model 10 snub loaded w/the old FBI round and backed up by several speed loaders. I had to use my issued .38 so I know how well this ammo works on the intended target.
Maybe slightly off topic, but he brought up which guns for home defense. No matter what you pick, you need a light to identify threats. I prefer weapon mounted lights so that excludes many revolvers for me, even though I own several and enjoy shooting them. I'm not going to hold a flashlight in one hand and a gun in the other if I can avoid it. You need all the advantages you can get if a gun fight comes to you. Love the channel Jerry and thanks for all the great videos.
Listen up kids, real hero's don't run around with a ball in their hands, sing or even star in a movies. Jerry is a real walking and talking hero and is an asset to everyone who is lucky enough to meet him in person or even see him on video. Whenever I see someone like Jerry I become a human sponge, and soke up every bit of info I can in and effort to be a little more like him/them. I have been lucky and have spent time with a lot of people like Jerry and I'm a better man for it.
I love remaining teachable every time I watch your video I learn something new and that’s awesome. Thank you for your time and knowledge. God bless you and your family and GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
Most beautiful opening backdrop ever. My mother works for the FBI and trust me cost was the main factor. I have personally tested the Hornady rounds and while they might just be the most accurate, and their rifle ammo is still in my opinion the best factory ammo out there. However the Critical(defense and duty) ammo I find expands the least. Wood Clothing Glass etc. I was very unimpressed. Speer Gold dot, Sig V Crown Any BarnesDPX bullets, and Federal HST. Those are my favorites. The Barnes solid copper seem to expand no matter the barrier save Glass.
The only reason I would prefer a .45 over a 9mm is if/when a bullet doesn't expand as designed, due to heavy clothing, velocity, etc..If the bullet is a ball, I want a BIG ball. Still, I carry 9mm. Great video, Mr M!
I displease the crown you are 100% on the right track and that’s what folks really need to understand. The only reason our military stuck to .45ACP for so long is all they had was ball ammo. If I’m stuck with only ball I’m running a .45 for EDC or home protection. 9mm is a great round but it really only has proper stopping power in a HP round. I love 9mm, my wife EDC’s a 9mm my brother carries 9mm in his duty weapon but they both carry LEO Winchester 9mm ballistic hallows.
30 yrs ago in one of my classes I took, the instructor said something that always stuck with me. I guess it made sense. Concerning self defense calibers, he said you should carry the largest caliber you can shoot well/accurate. Capacity is negligible IF you practice reloading often (of course). I have more than a few handguns, and the 1 revolver I currently carry (I switch often) is the Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan .454. Hornady 250 or 300 gr. HP...I'm not too worried about expansion issues. Overkill? Eh, maybe..Kinda like using an RPG to swat a mosquito, but it is really a super well made gun. (put 14lb Wolf mainspring in...amazing) Always great stuff, thanks Jerry! Cheers, be safe. Who knows how panicky/crazy some people will get over this pandemic issue..
I had been carrying J frames in .38 and a Glock 43 for quite a while, until I realized that my style of dress supports pocket carry of a Glock 26 about as well as it works for the micro guns. I'm not a fan of IWB holsters, if I'm waistband carrying it's going to be a G17, OWB. If I didn't have a young child at home, I'd go with a long gun for HD (AR-15 or high cap 12 gauge), but since my son is part of the equation, I use the same gun that I carry daily for home defense. I keep a 27 round PMAG in the same place as my Glock 26 when I go to bed. If the bump in the night happens, I've got a lot of ammo on hand. My normal reload mag while I'm carrying is a G19 mag with a grip sleeve. If I'm feeling frisky, that large PMAG fits in my multi tool pouch about perfectly (Nite Ize Pock Its XL, an awesome way to carry extra tools and also magazines). To me the Glock 26 (and 27/33 too) provide nearly full size handling with ease of concealment. I had debated getting a Sig P365, but the G26 won in the end, partially because I already owned it, and also because the sky is the limit for 9mm double stack capacity in a Glock. I like my revolvers too, one of the highest quality guns I own is a S&W 586 with very little time on it. Beautiful revolver... but I'm not going to beat it up with daily carry. IMO, price also factors in to "what am I going to have in service to save my life." I'm not advocating relying on junk guns, but in normal non pandemic times, a Glock 26 can be found for under $400 on the used market (as of 2019 anyways), where my 586 is probably double that. If you use it against another person, expect to lose it to the legal system. Glocks practically grow on trees. I can replace a 26 and hardly care, there's no sentimentality there. Not the same for a classic S&W revolver, especially one built before they sold out to the Clintons..
God bless you Jerry I've had to rewind this video three times because my lady wanted to hear exactly what you had to say apparently you had a lot more to say than I had to say even though I have said these things several times before she wanted to hear it from you I love you man keep these videos coming
Imagine the poor guy that breaks into Jerry's house. The last thing he would hear would be a BEEP before he got pumped full of 27 rounds before they hit the ground.
Always good hearing from a new guy that knows gun stuff. lol 9mm is my choice however I still want a 45 acp to go with the 45 carbines we have. Matched with the Hornady Critical Duty 1,164 fps consistently. Sure rocks the log behind the target way more than the 9 mm. The safety? Well I use them on my conceal carry because I am very much short handed. Just hath to find a pistol with very positive position lock. I use the lock to holster then unlock after in place. Also like to lock the pistol when conceal carrying in vehicles. Vehicle accidents happen.
I like to watch your videos, you can’t even be called an old man, you are in great shape, we don’t have people like you in Russia, know that you are watched in Russia. I wish you health and many years, good luck
I really like the idea of DA/SA pistols. With a Beretta, I can chamber a round while the safety is on (firing pin turned down), then turn off the safety, and it's ready to go in DA mode for that first shot. The heavy trigger pull acts as a safety to help prevent accidental discharge.
Me : Jerry can I get a box of ammo? Jerry : You know...... I would, But I'm running a little low! I'm waiting for one of them shelves to break during a video! Your the man Mr. Miculek! When I grow up I hope I'm half as cool as you! Thanks for sharing your expertise and talent with us! Ahhhhh Ha!!!!! Get Some!
I'm as old as Jerry and I remember the 38 well. I used to buy 1000 rounds of 38 wadcutter reloads for $40 from my friend who had a reloading factory. Fun times.
Jerry, you seem to have an engaging disposition. I'll bet that you could probably talk an intruder into helping you with your spring cleaning around the house.
Great video Jerry as usual also I like the influence you put in flagging chambers anyone whos had a ND will agree.In another note that Hornady "filler" well years ago I knew a highly experienced lawman that stuffed high temp.rtv silicone in the hollow cavity of 38spcl. +P lswchp in his lil J frame backup I got to witness what that did to highly enraged large rotweiller dog .it was very very effective been doing it in my lil EDC since
Jerry, my son and I have shot lots of USPSA matches but have yet to get to meet you. Hope we get the opportunity someday. It would be such a treat for us. God Bless you and your family!
I absolutely agree with the 9mm craze these days. Ammo for the 9mm just keeps getting better and better in terms of terminal ballistics on target. It has matched or surpassed .40 and .45 for the most part. There are some good loadings for those as well (.45 185gr JHP, also +P) but for the most part they’re not worth the cost of capacity. That being said .45 does still have its place for states with magazine capacity restrictions. Gotta love NY. Also, despite all the modern polymer tips and JHP ammo, there’s something reassuring about the tried and true’s and one of those is good old .45 230gr ball. Another guntuber that I watch made a very solid point about standard ball ammo. His point was for a carry gun he likes ball ammo because it’s more barrier resistant. In a situation where you might have to shoot through something, (the example he gave was auto glass) ball ammo is going to be preferable as JHP will tend to dump energy into barriers. He was talking about 9mm but I believe the same principal applies to .45. Long winded but just some food for thought.
I'm the guy who has guns all over the house. Everything from 38 revolvers, bolt action shotguns to semiauto pistols. My nightstand gun is a Taurus G3 with 18 rds of Hornaday critical duty ammo, my other half has my Colt trooper MK3 357 with 2 speedloaders of critical duty ammo. My edc is a Taurus G3c with the same ammo as my G3. That ammo with bust cinder blocks at 20 yds easily.
My go-to is a S&W 686 with a 6" barrel and lasergrips. I hope if I ever have to pull it out, I hope the guy on the business end will see the red dot coming out of the hand cannon and reconsider his choice of actions. If not, well, the bullet goes where the dot is.
If your in an urban environment I’d caution against Hornady critical duty ammo. It’s designed to go through a lot of obstructions and with homes being very close in an urban/high density setting- by standers could get hurt. Their critical defense lite would be a better choice. Less likely to kill your neighbors if you miss your target
My home defense is 6 revolvers stashed my house over. 5 .357 Max Hollowpoint 125g. 1 44mag 300g HP. Revolvers will not JAM! I carry a Cosaint 9MM HP with a Rugar LCR revolver as a backup.
In home defense I use my shotguns and of course my handguns! I always have 1 shotgun hot ready to shoot, and my EDC to who most of my adult life was my S&W model 16-4.
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As a former ammo salesman allow me to elaborate on Hornady hollow points.
Hornady has two load types, critical duty and critical defense. Critical duty has a polymer tip designed for law enforcement that is "barrier blind," meaning it can first pass through a hard barrier and then expand after hitting the target. Police have to shoot through cars sometimes and the critical duty serves that purpose.
Critical defense has a polymer type that is designed to be smashed down into the bullet and facilitate more consistent expansion. It is less barrier blind but in a home defense situation you are not likely to shoot through barriers as you want to verify you are not shooting a loved one. The critical defense is also made with low flash powder that produce a less blinding flash. This helps reduce how blind you might become from the flash in a low light setting for those bump in the night moments.
If its home defense, I would recommend critical defense. If this is a conceal carry gun either would work. I lean towards critical defense as even in conceal carry I am less likely to shoot through barriers. If their is a barrier between me and the threat I am using that barrier against them and buggin out.
How this helps to clarify the difference between the 2 round types by Hornady.
So the critical defense would be the best choice for shooting low-lifes in low-light? Sorry, I couldn't help myself.
Thank you for the great info...I wondered what the difference was and now I know what to buy.
Mental note; Critical defense for conceal carry and home defense to not kill wife/kids/pets/ neighbors....Critical Duty for WORL SHTF situations were I’m shooting assailants/insurgents through car doors and walls. 👌😁
FNG_Starman thank you for clarifying! I had no idea, I always got critical duty
FNG_Starman But the FBI uses 135gr. Critical Duty. They must know best. (Sarcasm)
"Go out and train. Hopefully you never need it" Amen!
"Get out and train and get it done and do something awesome"
WE can never get enough training, or enough ammo to do it....BUT! Jerry's ammo cache, well, JUST LOOK AT THAT BADASS AMMO SUPPLY!
“I’ve never been in a gunfight and I don’t want to”
Just Jerry being humble, he knows he could wipe out a whole gang in 3 seconds with a 9 mil
With a nerf blaster*
Having the ability to easily win a gun fight and the desire to never have to take a human is not in any way inconsistent.
Truth is stranger than fiction. One will never know exactly how one will react in a life and death event until it actually presents itself.
A responsible gun owner Jerry is ...
He could wipe out a gang with one revolver doing a speed reload lol.
When Jerry speaks, you just listen. Such a humble and down to earth man with the knowledge and skill to shock and awe anyone. Thanks for the wisdom Jerry!
My Dad taught me to shoot in 1952 and so I have been shooting for a lot of years and have had the pleasure of owning many types of firearms in a variety of calibers. That allowed me to watch this video from the standpoint of an experienced shooter and all I can say is “WOW”. Jerry put so much useful information into this video that you would need to stop every minute and take notes if you want to remember it all. I love it when guys like Jerry, who really know what they are talking about, take the time to do such informative videos. In light of our current situation there are lots of people getting into gun ownership. They need people like Jerry to guide them. Well done!
"I haven't been in a gun fight in my life and I wouldn't want to."
Not even Chuck Norris would try Jerry.
That would be 2 unstoppable forces meeting in opposite directions which would likely vaporize the known universe
@@msihcs8171 People would wake up from comas, dogs would start digging for shelter, Netflix would cancel all of it's Netflix originals, earth-killer asteroids would redirect and go back the way they came, I would step on a lego. Oh jesus THE HORROR!
@@msihcs8171 Jerry is the real deal.
@@msihcs8171 The two together would obliterate all bad actors in the world before the timer hit the second beep. Any thinking about joining, Clint Eastwood could glare them into submission and keep the boogers of Chuck and Jerry's backs.
Jerry's bad hand, 3.6 seconds to shoot and reload a revolver, Jerry's good hand, Who we kidding, He doesnt have a BAD hand.
Jerry will never be in a gun “fight” because the death of anyone trying to attack Jerry would be ruled a suicide.
Lol so true
Mysterious stranger vibes anyone?
And don't forget the dry firing practice. Lots of handling of the gun, reloading, the stand, grip, aiming, trigger pull...everything without the bang. I think a lot of new gun owners think they can't train to handle their gun when they are currently not going to the range. That creates drawer guns who aren't touched or unloaded in 20 years. Thanks for bringing up the hornady website, I'll check it out.
A lifetime of experience in a few minutes! Listening loud and clear. When bullets start flying your training takes over! From a combat veteran perspective ,this freely given advice is priceless! Hope for the best and train for the worst! God bless you and stay safe!
Thank you for reiterating that you want the biggest, heaviest handgun you can comfortably hold and aim. Another good point is that handguns in general are the hardest to shoot accurately and reliably under stress. Shorter barreled long guns, both shotguns and carbines are my recommendation for folks who don't visit the range much but still appreciate the potential need for a firearm for home defense.
I learned a lot from, Jerry's video. One of the things I learned was, Ammo Choice needs attention. No matter what caliber you choose. It's the, Type of ammo, in that caliber, and for what purpose, that this particular firearm is going to be used for.
Home Defense Ammo >
Self Defense Ammo >
Police Department Ammo >
Military Ammo >
Thanks, Jerry. 🎯
I could listen to this guy all day and all night ...He's spent most of his life with guns and they still make him happy and it shows with every word and every video and he has passed that onto he's daughter who I love to watch her videos too...There excitment is infectious ...Keep up the good work guys
When your in The republic of California 10 rounds is high capacity, Jerry”never heard some one say I have too much ammo in my gun”. Clint Smith”no one wants to be the first person to run out of ammo in a gun Fight”. Both Jerry and CLint like big guns! Lesson is carry full size gun and get good with changing magazines and and carry plenty!
thanks to freedom week there are a lot of full capacity (and greater) mags here. people i know bought all the mags they could.
I agree with Jerry and Clint about big guns. I have carried a full size gun for 25 years and it has never been a problem.
Jerry should be one of the members of the High Table in the Next John Wick movie and he and Wick should have a showdown 💕❤️😁❤️
That's a great idea.
Lol that's legit a great idea
Jerry snipes bad guys with a J frame from 1 km away...
Jerry should be john wicks b&b host
Poor John Wick may he rest in peace and in the background that was a 12 and a 12 and a 11 and.....
First 2:30 minutes were 100%👍👍 I never thought of weak hand shooting but then I've only had my first gun for 2 months, thanks for the video!
Congratulations. Please get all the shooting and gun maintenance info you can and may you always be safe.
Welcome to the 2A community!😇
Welcome Steven, May I suggest two lessons: 1) Intro to handguns. 2) Basic Pistol Shooting. Know the 4 rules of gun safety insideout. Practice, Practice & Practice till you are comfortable & competent.
Please do not just throw it in a safe or drawer without doing the above.
Oh yeah, "Keep your booger picker off the bang switch until you are sure of your target & what's behind it!"
Be responsible & safe & you'll enjoy the sport!
Cheers
Thanks guys! I have been to a indoor range twice (I'm in Michigan, spring just arriving) first time was "new shooter" a one on one class then a second time more people were shooting, but I still could get input from the range "monitor" thanks for the welcome!
@@steven3379 dry fire bud.
Dry fire, dry fire, dry fire.
By far the best possible training for isolating the 7 fundamentals as well as basic weapon manipulations, and that is the way to become unconsciously proficient with them all
Jerry has such a personal way to teach and demonstrate a point. He’s humble and has no arrogance.
You are the most knowledgeable, informative and easy to understand firearm educator I’ve found on RUclips !! Thanks
You should see him shoot 😎
jerry you are the main man , the most sensible gun video during these trying times, keep safe , see you on the flip side.... stuck here in the uk for the next several months...
I love watching / listening to this fella. He just makes so much sense. I would say that he is the premier expert on firearms use, safety , applicability. Just a wealth of information.
Great video! Very informative!
Who are you?...just kidding of course
You can not escape me Scott
*Jerry Miculek - Pro Shooter* Great tips, thanks for taking the time to show us. God Bless.
Thanks for taking the time to check out the video!
No thank you sir for making them but would love to see more family shooting videos please and thank you
“Heavy is good. Heavy is sign of rely-bility.” -Borris the Blade
If it does not work you can always hit him with it.
The one pistol fight I got into, (our army translator/impersonator caught me alone making a satellite call) the guy shot at me from 10-12 ft away. I never drew my pistol and my rifle was five feet away. He missed and I tackled him. He nearly beat me to death with his jammed up/broken/empty gun, (don’t know which) and I was rescued by my soldiers who tried to kick him to death. I flew to Germany for surgery and he walked to the Coyote tied up with zip ties, (I guess because that tough bugger was battered and bruised but that’s it). I still don’t know what or why but that’s my great shoot out story. ☹️
Best movie ever👍
@@john-paulsilke893 wtf I don't understand
That means I’m reliable as phuck! Haha
Love my Rock Island .38 and my Windicator .357/.38. Have functioned flawlessly for years.
Thanks for being my idol for the last 20+ years. I have hunted and shot for the last 40 years the last 25 being extremly disabled. I hope to get back into shooting soon but being confined to a wheelchair it is a MONSTER challange to find a gun I can handle and afford. I am thinking S&W 686 3inch. Wish me luck should olny take 3-5 years of saving😁😅. Thanks and keep up the GREAT WORK!!!
First time I’ve heard of breaking in a gun with weak hand. That’s so true and makes sense
This man has put more bullets down range than most people ever will. And he says "Ive never been in a gunfight and hope I never will" Intelligence, knowledge mature reality ! 🧐
I have NO doubt that Jerry would be able to handle Any self defense situation that would come his way. I have been watching Jerry for years and from what I have seen about his character and demeanor is that he would give that person every chance to re-think their life choices before taking their life. The tools and skills we have in our lives are only as good the judgment we use them with. Thank you Jerry ( and your family ) for passing on the knowledge and skill you have to others.
Hopefully some of the new gun owners will watch this, and learn something from this video? Thanks Jerry. Stay safe and healthy.
I like my pistols but my go to home defense weapon is an AR- 15. This man is so easy to listen to, I must subscribe.
I really appreciate your approach to firearms Jerry. You are undeniably one of the best shooters there ever was yet you refuse to allow yourself to become arrogant when it comes to your responsibility towards safety. Just the other day I was at the store where another shopper was looking at handguns next to me and I couldn't help but notice he was absolutely natural in his handling of several hand guns. Clearly he had done a fair amount of shooting and I have to admit he knew more about handguns than myself. Unfortunately he was completely unaware (or didn't care) that he flagged myself, the salesman and several unaware customers. I don't care how good someone is or how much they know when they can't comply with simple etiquette!
Thanks for all of the wisdom, Jerry Miculek - Pro Shooter. I think what you said first is very important: I never want to be in a gun fight, but I want to be prepared if I ever have to be in one.
Jerry is the master.
What I have learned in my 50 years of shooting handguns is to pick any caliber or size or model you like and train with it as much as possible and you'll be 1/4 as good as Jerry with it and that will be more than plenty for the average person.
Jerry's given me the revolver bug. I've had my snub nose model 10 for years, and like it, but now I'm considering a model 617 for practice and a model 686 for general purpose. This could get expensive.
3 rounds at 15' covers most residential encounters nationally. (4) 158 grain semi wadcutters followed by a couple of semi jacketed .357 hollow points might be a good choice... Fun and informative to watch, thanks!
So stupid to mix ammo.. nobody listen to this guy
I've been a firearms instructor for many years and when approached by folks who just want a home defense weapon I always refer them to a short barrelled shotgun. There stopping power is much better than any handgun and are more forgiving if you're aim is off a little. Plus, the distinctive sound of a Remington 870 being racked in the dead of night is enough to make the most hardened of home intruders wet their pants and dive out the window before you even have to fire a shot.
I totally agree as all data I've ever accumulated has consistantly shown the psyche shock of realizing you're about to enter the "big leagues" of hardcore gunnery will usually end in your invading assailant soiling himself before he makes it out the door (especially if he has watched his buddy get HIS s**t blown away).
There are some real s**tforbrains stupid asses out there who actually believe that a home invader will be enticed to aggressively attack you if he hears the chik-chik sound of the slide racking a live shell into battery as you prepare to engage him/them in your domain. Pure horses**t. If they are accomplished in the skill of breaking/entering, they KNOW what is about to happen and they want NO business with it, I guarantee you.
I have a 12 gauge pump as the first line of defense and a .38 special on my nightstand as a backup
Fun to watch. It doesn't matter what video Jerry have made. If anyone have seen his videos. Jerry hates to have guns and ammo Together whenever he's inside the house. Love to watch and learn from his videos💪👍
The real question is does that ammo on the shelf ever get shot, or is just ever expanding?
He's Saint Jerry, the miracle of multiplying the ammunition during a time of great shortage...
It is jerry’s stock market 🤣
or is it turning blue, lol
It’s hard to make it all out from a distance, but appears to be a large quantity of projectiles mixed in with factory loaded ammo.
I'm waiting for the episode where the shelves snap and it all comes crashing down
The love the background. That a my idea of heaven, a room full of guns and ammo. Love your videos Jerry.
This is what heaven looks like in my mind...buried in guns and a wall of ammo.....thanks jerry.....
Isn't it amazing how being around and cleaning guns is actually very peaceful? Some will never understand...
@@24roughing76 funny ..I did that todsy... cleaned out my safe ...cleaned ...oiled all ars and my lo g range rifles ...lol....its great therapy
@@stag3t-muspsa910 It truly is. I love the time to myself I get cleaning them. A close second is the peaceful serenity of someone in the stall next to you popping off 5.56 rounds. It's like you hear them....but you don't.
@@24roughing76 lol...I thought I was the only crazy one
More like hell if you're OCD like me. I almost can't watch his videos because of that mess.
I'm liking these videos Jerry. Thanks for the knowledge and entertainment. Stay safe
Thank you for the support!
An excellent video. After years of shooting and carrying a gun I found got a whole new perspective on several points made in this video. Your videos are always full of information without any non-essential verbage. Good job as always.
Jerry your a national treasure! God bless you sir!
Jerry makes good points here. My home defense gun is a Model 10 snub loaded w/the old FBI round and backed up by several speed loaders. I had to use my issued .38 so I know how well this ammo works on the intended target.
Maybe slightly off topic, but he brought up which guns for home defense. No matter what you pick, you need a light to identify threats. I prefer weapon mounted lights so that excludes many revolvers for me, even though I own several and enjoy shooting them. I'm not going to hold a flashlight in one hand and a gun in the other if I can avoid it. You need all the advantages you can get if a gun fight comes to you. Love the channel Jerry and thanks for all the great videos.
Training is essential with anything you do..
Especially when it comes to guns .
Thanks for the info Jerry..👍
Thanks for that sage advise Jerry. Appreciate the the time you took to cover these options.
My 1941 Walther P.38 always fires, regardless. Love that P.38! Real dependable friend.
Listen up kids, real hero's don't run around with a ball in their hands, sing or even star in a movies. Jerry is a real walking and talking hero and is an asset to everyone who is lucky enough to meet him in person or even see him on video. Whenever I see someone like Jerry I become a human sponge, and soke up every bit of info I can in and effort to be a little more like him/them. I have been lucky and have spent time with a lot of people like Jerry and I'm a better man for it.
I love remaining teachable every time I watch your video I learn something new and that’s awesome. Thank you for your time and knowledge. God bless you and your family and GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
This guy is a wealth of knowledge.love your videos Jerry.
Most beautiful opening backdrop ever. My mother works for the FBI and trust me cost was the main factor. I have personally tested the Hornady rounds and while they might just be the most accurate, and their rifle ammo is still in my opinion the best factory ammo out there. However the Critical(defense and duty) ammo I find expands the least. Wood Clothing Glass etc. I was very unimpressed. Speer Gold dot, Sig V Crown Any BarnesDPX bullets, and Federal HST. Those are my favorites. The Barnes solid copper seem to expand no matter the barrier save Glass.
Great info, love looking at the stats of a round before I shoot it. Also love the fact that half of the ads I get on Jerry's vids star him
The only reason I would prefer a .45 over a 9mm is if/when a bullet doesn't expand as designed, due to heavy clothing, velocity, etc..If the bullet is a ball, I want a BIG ball. Still, I carry 9mm. Great video, Mr M!
I displease the crown you are 100% on the right track and that’s what folks really need to understand. The only reason our military stuck to .45ACP for so long is all they had was ball ammo. If I’m stuck with only ball I’m running a .45 for EDC or home protection. 9mm is a great round but it really only has proper stopping power in a HP round. I love 9mm, my wife EDC’s a 9mm my brother carries 9mm in his duty weapon but they both carry LEO Winchester 9mm ballistic hallows.
Smith and Wesson Model 19 classic, .38 +P 125 gr HP. Good discussion, Jerry. Thank you.
I have watched this video multiple times. Every time is good.
30 yrs ago in one of my classes I took, the instructor said something that always stuck with me. I guess it made sense. Concerning self defense calibers, he said you should carry the largest caliber you can shoot well/accurate. Capacity is negligible IF you practice reloading often (of course). I have more than a few handguns, and the 1 revolver I currently carry (I switch often) is the Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan .454. Hornady 250 or 300 gr. HP...I'm not too worried about expansion issues. Overkill? Eh, maybe..Kinda like using an RPG to swat a mosquito, but it is really a super well made gun. (put 14lb Wolf mainspring in...amazing)
Always great stuff, thanks Jerry!
Cheers, be safe. Who knows how panicky/crazy some people will get over this pandemic issue..
Great Collection of 44 magnum handguns. Great Advice on Ammo. Great Shooting. Thanks. Out.
I had been carrying J frames in .38 and a Glock 43 for quite a while, until I realized that my style of dress supports pocket carry of a Glock 26 about as well as it works for the micro guns. I'm not a fan of IWB holsters, if I'm waistband carrying it's going to be a G17, OWB.
If I didn't have a young child at home, I'd go with a long gun for HD (AR-15 or high cap 12 gauge), but since my son is part of the equation, I use the same gun that I carry daily for home defense.
I keep a 27 round PMAG in the same place as my Glock 26 when I go to bed. If the bump in the night happens, I've got a lot of ammo on hand. My normal reload mag while I'm carrying is a G19 mag with a grip sleeve. If I'm feeling frisky, that large PMAG fits in my multi tool pouch about perfectly (Nite Ize Pock Its XL, an awesome way to carry extra tools and also magazines).
To me the Glock 26 (and 27/33 too) provide nearly full size handling with ease of concealment. I had debated getting a Sig P365, but the G26 won in the end, partially because I already owned it, and also because the sky is the limit for 9mm double stack capacity in a Glock.
I like my revolvers too, one of the highest quality guns I own is a S&W 586 with very little time on it. Beautiful revolver... but I'm not going to beat it up with daily carry.
IMO, price also factors in to "what am I going to have in service to save my life." I'm not advocating relying on junk guns, but in normal non pandemic times, a Glock 26 can be found for under $400 on the used market (as of 2019 anyways), where my 586 is probably double that. If you use it against another person, expect to lose it to the legal system.
Glocks practically grow on trees. I can replace a 26 and hardly care, there's no sentimentality there. Not the same for a classic S&W revolver, especially one built before they sold out to the Clintons..
Thanks for the 411 Jerry . Keep up your great work.
God bless you Jerry I've had to rewind this video three times because my lady wanted to hear exactly what you had to say apparently you had a lot more to say than I had to say even though I have said these things several times before she wanted to hear it from you I love you man keep these videos coming
Imagine the poor guy that breaks into Jerry's house. The last thing he would hear would be a BEEP before he got pumped full of 27 rounds before they hit the ground.
Alex C. What gun had the 27 round mag? I know he has a video with a 1911 and 27 round and glocks have 27-33 round mags but the gun looked like a M&P
Bolens 800 🙄..... (“before he hit the ground” was the key part of the text)
Always good hearing from a new guy that knows gun stuff. lol 9mm is my choice however I still want a 45 acp to go with the 45 carbines we have. Matched with the Hornady Critical Duty 1,164 fps consistently. Sure rocks the log behind the target way more than the 9 mm. The safety? Well I use them on my conceal carry because I am very much short handed. Just hath to find a pistol with very positive position lock. I use the lock to holster then unlock after in place. Also like to lock the pistol when conceal carrying in vehicles. Vehicle accidents happen.
I like to watch your videos, you can’t even be called an old man, you are in great shape, we don’t have people like you in Russia, know that you are watched in Russia. I wish you health and many years, good luck
Hello my friend from Russia hope you are well
Great FACTUAL information from possibly one of the most experienced shooters ever.
I really like the idea of DA/SA pistols. With a Beretta, I can chamber a round while the safety is on (firing pin turned down), then turn off the safety, and it's ready to go in DA mode for that first shot. The heavy trigger pull acts as a safety to help prevent accidental discharge.
Me : Jerry can I get a box of ammo?
Jerry : You know...... I would, But I'm running a little low!
I'm waiting for one of them shelves to break during a video! Your the man Mr. Miculek! When I grow up I hope I'm half as cool as you! Thanks for sharing your expertise and talent with us!
Ahhhhh Ha!!!!! Get Some!
2x6’s and 2x4’s. Those shelves are built for bulk!
@@MiculekDotCom I know those shelves are strong as steel or stronger! I wonder how many pounds of bullets are there?
My Favorite "save my bacon" pistol is my P226. DA-SA with Decocker. 9mmPara blasting handloads with 124 gr Berry's Hybrid-HP.
Thank you for your video. I always enjoy them, and I can see you are making these for all the new gun owners that may be short on training.
Thanks Jerry, from you I feel better of how I'm set up.
I'm as old as Jerry and I remember the 38 well. I used to buy 1000 rounds of 38 wadcutter reloads for $40 from my friend who had a reloading factory. Fun times.
Jerry, you seem to have an engaging disposition. I'll bet that you could probably talk an intruder into helping you with your spring cleaning around the house.
Great video Jerry as usual also I like the influence you put in flagging chambers anyone whos had a ND will agree.In another note that Hornady "filler" well years ago I knew a highly experienced lawman that stuffed high temp.rtv silicone in the hollow cavity of 38spcl. +P lswchp in his lil J frame backup I got to witness what that did to highly enraged large rotweiller dog .it was very very effective been doing it in my lil EDC since
Hornaday makes some great hunting rounds too.
Brian... Again on a Jerry video. Nice to see.
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Enjoyed the way he brought physics into, the talk. Great video.
Jerry, my son and I have shot lots of USPSA matches but have yet to get to meet you. Hope we get the opportunity someday. It would be such a treat for us. God Bless you and your family!
I absolutely agree with the 9mm craze these days. Ammo for the 9mm just keeps getting better and better in terms of terminal ballistics on target. It has matched or surpassed .40 and .45 for the most part. There are some good loadings for those as well (.45 185gr JHP, also +P) but for the most part they’re not worth the cost of capacity. That being said .45 does still have its place for states with magazine capacity restrictions. Gotta love NY. Also, despite all the modern polymer tips and JHP ammo, there’s something reassuring about the tried and true’s and one of those is good old .45 230gr ball. Another guntuber that I watch made a very solid point about standard ball ammo. His point was for a carry gun he likes ball ammo because it’s more barrier resistant. In a situation where you might have to shoot through something, (the example he gave was auto glass) ball ammo is going to be preferable as JHP will tend to dump energy into barriers. He was talking about 9mm but I believe the same principal applies to .45. Long winded but just some food for thought.
I was a firearms instructor for quite a bit... I love the 9mm performance, with the right ammo...
I'm the guy who has guns all over the house. Everything from 38 revolvers, bolt action shotguns to semiauto pistols. My nightstand gun is a Taurus G3 with 18 rds of Hornaday critical duty ammo, my other half has my Colt trooper MK3 357 with 2 speedloaders of critical duty ammo. My edc is a Taurus G3c with the same ammo as my G3. That ammo with bust cinder blocks at 20 yds easily.
Great information Jerry! Very important to train with whatever gun you choose. Stay safe! 👍🏻👍🏻❤️🇺🇸
Thank you for sharing your knowledge Jerry. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
I now know where all the ammo has gone, Jerry has it all !!
Jerry thanks for sharing a very good selection.👍👍👍
Best is S&W Governor for HD. Shoots 45 Long Colt, 45acp moonclip, and 410’s.
The best handgun for home defensive use is the AR15 rifle. No compensator, a flashlight and co-witness decent red dot that turns on when it’s moved.
Shotgun with a pad activated light and #4 buck.
I just saw the thumbnail, the room, the guns and here I are!
Thanks Mr. Miculex.🇺🇸🇺🇸
My home defense gun is a Smith & Wesson performance center 627 5-in barrel with Underwood 140 grain extreme penetrator 🤠
Thanks for all you work.
.357 can be blinding and make for a hesitation to shoot focused. A .327 Federal mag is a good compromise round as it gains popularity.
My go-to is a S&W 686 with a 6" barrel and lasergrips. I hope if I ever have to pull it out, I hope the guy on the business end will see the red dot coming out of the hand cannon and reconsider his choice of actions.
If not, well, the bullet goes where the dot is.
Good solid, no nonsense advise. Some of the ammo I haven't tried. But I will.
If your in an urban environment I’d caution against Hornady critical duty ammo. It’s designed to go through a lot of obstructions and with homes being very close in an urban/high density setting- by standers could get hurt. Their critical defense lite would be a better choice. Less likely to kill your neighbors if you miss your target
My home defense is 6 revolvers stashed my house over. 5 .357 Max Hollowpoint 125g. 1 44mag 300g HP. Revolvers will not JAM!
I carry a Cosaint 9MM HP with a Rugar LCR revolver as a backup.
One of my favorite channels!
Always a pleasure! Thanks Jerry!
Whoa. Look at that beautiful shelf!!
My Home Defense Firearm is my CZ P10c with the PL Pro Valkyrie weapons light on it. Get Some , Mr. Miculek !!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have a s&w m& p .38 mod 12-5 revolver, is it good to fire Hornsby critical defense ammo in it, but is it good to use it in the gun
In home defense I use my shotguns and of course my handguns! I always have 1 shotgun hot ready to shoot, and my EDC to who most of my adult life was my S&W model 16-4.