I appreciate your honesty. Thank you for your service. It’s never easy to acknowledge the mental health aspect of any job. So, my hat is off to you. One of the reasons I trust, enjoy and subscribe to the channel is how open and transparent you are. Hang tough and here’s to a great 2025.
When i saw the title i thought you were ending the channel! I was going to explain that one of us would approve that! Police work seems like it is very hard to stay long term and still keep your sanity. Chasing crack heads 1 call, rescuing cats next call, investigating an assault/murder scene next call.
Thank you for your service. I retired with 27 years as a Leo in a very busy area. It ABSOLUTELY takes a toll, and some scars will never heal. Do what’s best for you and your family and don’t look back. Be safe and healthy, my brother!
No some don’t and I have experienced that but I can sleep well at night knowing new ones will not come about. Thank you and you enjoy your retirement brother, I’m sure it’s feeling great!
It needs to happen more and beat the stigma behind talking about it within LEOs. It’s a huge part of being in law enforcement yet it’s extremely taboo and agencies don’t take it serious. Thanks for being here!
I’ve seen horrible things that are burned into my brain and can never unsee. Good for you getting out. A lot of us are now so far in with families depending on the income it’s hard to take the risk of trying to find another career.
I know and that’s the hardest part! I was at that point of keep going or make my escape. You are right. Some things cannot be unseen and they do get burned into you, they nearly become a part of you if you let them.
You're doing the right thing bro. Follow your passion, leave that which drains you behind. Keep growing this channel. Keep giving honest reviews, even if the review is negative. Keep keeping it real, it gives you credibility with the viewers.
Brother I sympathize. After the Persian Gulf war I can home and started to work for the FD. It got old fast. I was able to drag myself across the finish line and retired with 29 years. A lot of sacrifice by both my family and I. I cannot tell you how good it felt to retire. It was literally like taking off a show that had been too tight the previous 29 years. You made the right call for you! Charlie Mike!
Used to be in LE for four years. Miss it some days. Others I don’t. But proud of you (and Tactical considerations) for giving it up after 10+ years of service
@@HuntFishShootChannelthis right here. We miss the 1% of time it was chaos. The other 99% is bs. Keep up the content brother I enjoy it, and stay well! Looking forward to what you put out in 2025.
Thank you brother for sharing your story. You are definitely advocating and promoting Mental Health Awareness and resiliency through your actions and platform. Your work and words on your videos are very appreciated. I’m currently stationed in Kentucky, so hope to meet or shoot with you sometime in FY25! Mele Kalikimaka and Houli Makahiki Hou 🤙🏾🎅🏽🥳
I know i give you shit for potentially being a Shadow Systems shill (I had bad experiences with 3 different models) but im glad you got out and put your family and mental health first. Respect brother. Wishing nothing but the best for you and the family and crew
Absolutely young man raw dog is the reason I married my wife in the 1st place, leading to the 4 children we have now. Awesome that you are following your heart and doing what's best for you. During the Covatch Post Office told me to leave since I refused to put on a mask. Now I work from home swing trading and value investing Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Sh@t has a way of working itself out. Amazing you did your thing for 12 years. When I deployed Afghan with 10-2 it was 8 months and I felt like I was losing my mind and my blood pressure was constantly through the roof. Crazy thing is when you and other law enforcement guys go to work everyday is a deployment. Great that you are doing what works best for you.
Beat you to it brother! I look forward to seeing yours and I am glad we had a chance to finally meet. We battled the idea of making this video all year almost but felt like year end was a good Segway.
It’s great to hear you’ve moved on to bigger and better things, but you’ll definitely be missed out on the road. You were one of the best-always working hard, getting into some great cases, and making a real difference. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter!
Good on you👍😁 a friend of mine is a 40 + yr veteran troop. I wanted to go into forensics and he said without hesitation NO. So I stayed doing my own thing. I have been watching you for yrs and look forward to seeing what you have to come. Till then Merry Christmas and happy New Year 😁👍🎁🎄thank you for your service
Mental health is a massive issue for all first responders but especially Leo.. more officers take their own life every year then die in service.. it’s a brutal mentally changing environment. Thank you for your service and making the decision to get out now because of mental health vs later when you no longer are but a mirror of yourself.. good decision.
It’s a huge issue. It’s been glossed over how bad it is and even worse how many officers are hurting and don’t know who to talk to. There is nearly no support because it’s such an after thought by agencies. It was truly eye opening when I left how many people I know asked about how to leave and if it was worth it.
Been there done that ! My LE career costed me several relationships because you are married to the job. Worst of all the stress on your body and mind takes its toll on your life.
Exactly. It was weird some issues my wife and I had were immediately resolved after less than a week and haven’t resurfaced. Again, another facet no one talks about!
@@JohnathanMoss-v4x It’s a police thing You wouldn’t understand, you spend more time on the job than you do with your family. And that’s not counting court cases.
Thank you very much for your service. It takes a lot of courage to do what you’re doing. Stepping out as far more difficult than jumping in. God bless you.
I was an EMT for 4-5years doing 60hour work weeks. When my first child was born. I immediately realized I wanted to be around for my kid more and at my current job it was going to be possible. I still miss it at times, but I love being around for me kid. I have off this entire Christmas week, and that would never happen when I was an EMT. This video is fantastic and this channel is great. I hope this channel blows up and you make it big man
Couldn’t agree more. You sacrifice everything essentially for the calling of a purpose greater than yourself but it’s not sustainable. Thank you for the support and we appreciate you being here!
I met you at summit armory once, Figured you were LE from some of the videos and your demeanor. I just got finished with my process of getting hired for my city’s academy and start in Jan-Feb.
That’s awesome! I recall it well! My demeanor won’t change much which has its perks to an extent! Good for you! Don’t take life to seriously. Train like your life depends on it, seek outside training and instruction. I’m far from the best shooter but I’m the shooter in these videos because of outside training and instructions. If there is anything you ever need ask!
Appreciate that, Ive spent that last year listening to the Street cop podcasts and anything else similar to get a grasp on the job I started the process last November , I have two local cops on the job for where I applied that have been a great help and giving insight for a lot of my questions about the job and things of that matter. I enrolled myself in BJJ awhile back to get a jump on force on force and am really looking forward to being able to use my LE discount for lots of different outside training I couldn’t afford before the career change. I’m going in at thirty years old with the hopes of being my life career choice.
Good for you and good luck!!! Remember your oath and never let anyone or anything cause you to betray it. Also remember that you must always give 100% or more if the job demands it. With the above in mind, it is just a job and nothing personal, just business. Save the ones you can. They will be few and far between. For the ones you couldn't save, maybe you gave them a chance they didn't have or you were the last kind human face they saw or the last kind touch they had. Stay the course and see you in 20 when you get that retired badge!!!!
You would be surprised how many have a good sense of humor, but the agency makes you feel afraid to humanize. I let it take that from me at times. Thank you and stay safe brother!
Thank you for your service. I also left my position as a police officer in Tucson Arizona after 11 years. Loved the job. Left due to moving out of the country, but ultimately moved back and used my experience in a parallel position in the private sector. Like you, I have more freedom in many ways and make more money lol. For everyone who is still doing it, thank you and stay safe.
Good for you! At some point it does outweigh the benefits or what you like about it and at that point you need to change. Hope things are going well for you now!
Ex- military and reserve deputy sheriff and I was most impressed by the full time patrol officers I worked with because of the many different situations they have to endure and help others to cope with and their ability to deal with people good and bad at the same time.I will always respect them for that.
All the best for you. Thank you for the years of service. For the record I would highly encourage the respect of having a healthy communication and self control of language. My children will watch videos with me. I teach my children that it is inappropriate to use foul language. So there are folk who do and they can. And there folk who don't and they can not use foul language. Just something to consider. We appreciate the content we have received from you since we subscribed. Thank you.
Thank you Brother for your service & this PSA. Yourself & Family are always 1st. Keep Pressing Forward & we will be here for it! Merry Christmas to you & your family. 👍🏼
I'm going to be retiring this June with 35 years in. I understand what you are talking about and I feel you. We do and see things normal people shouldn't. It will take a toll on your mental health. Sometimes when I tell a story about work and laugh I get looks like I'm a heartless bastard. That's one way we cope with the terrible things we see. I'm lucky to have great support. Been married for 38 years. She is awesome. Keep up the great work. I love watching your vids. You guys are this reason I bought the SS CR920XP. Love that gun. Be safe.
I'm with you. I'm 14 in and I'm questioning it daily. If I ever get removed from my position to go back to the daily bump and grind on the streets I'm going to walk
Wouldn’t blame you one bit. When I moved to an investigator position for my last two years, I thought it would help and it did for a bit but then I would show up to work thinking I’m sick of the bullshit and this place sucks the life out of me. Keep your eyes peeled and if the opportunity comes take it! I did and jumped on a chance to run a company which my dad started many years ago and it’s been like a dream. Stay safe you there and seek help if you need it. It’s out there but you have to search for it.
@HuntFishShootChannel thank you brother. I am shocked I'm just seeing your channel for the first time. I'm in a good position but you know how it is. Admin hates you because they couldn't do the position and your colleagues are jealous of your position and are trying to get you removed. Then the stress of not getting killed. It's a lot but good to see others out here getting away from it. Take care and be safe. Subbed
Good for you. I left a job in August because of mental health also. The physical part affected the mental and I knew it was time to go. Thank you for your service to Ohio. Utmost respect for LE.
Good for you! I didn’t know it was time to go until after. It was a very hard decision to make even with a better opportunity to make. Thanks for the support!
Did LE for two years, currently 24 and i’m proud to say I hung it up last December. Although I do miss it at times. Just don’t miss the headache and stress coming home.
Glad to hear you're on a stronger road and as a first sergeant it makes me proud you were strong enough to share your mental health struggles so others can find help too. I know I had my own struggles and I'm excited to see what you guys do in 2024. I'm looking forward to coming to bug you and come shoot!
For sure man! Looking forward to it. We made this with the hope someone may see it and think I need help and they seek it. It’s tough. It’s been a pleasure getting to know you and looking forward to seeing you at SHOT!
Thank you! Happy to hear that! Can you do me a favor? Just admit OSHP is better 😂 you know our cars have looked better. Be safe out there. It’s a special thing to become a trooper and many never see what it takes to become. I am proud to have done it, even at the cost.
Went FD and never looked back. Couldn’t enforce the victimless “crimes” and polices that blatantly violated the constitution. God bless you for being a voice for mental health. Merry Christmas brother. Love the channel.
God bless you as well! I held those beliefs during my career regardless of how out of the norm it was. Your moral character belongs to you and it’s what people see or remember you by at the end!
I respect and understand your decision. It is hard to enforce the law with so much antagonism against police developed by a generational culture of disrespect for law officers. I miss the old days. We are heading towards a chaotic social collapse.
It’s not looking good that’s for sure. law enforcement is in a very bad place right now and I’m not sure what it will take to fix it. It stems from poor leadership and lack of support for the officers on the streets, so unless that stuff changes it will collapse. thanks for being here from the beginning!
Same brother, got out years ago from Phoenix PD and moved back to Wisconsin. Been wanting to get back in but the political climate in law enforcement still hasn’t improved and sadly never will. It’s no longer the job it used to be, which really sucks for the good guys just trying to make a difference.
When you said the name of your new weekly segment and TOLD me to keep my mind out of the gutter I felt like such a child because I couldn’t stop laughing😂 Congratulations btw, your mental health and family trumps all🤗👍🏾
Hey thanks for the update, I've been following this channel since the beginning and I'm looking forward to see what's coming in the future. Congrats on knowing when to get out. I'm in the same boat but know some that are miserable riding out to retirement.
I didn’t know when to get out until I left. I knew I was unhappy, but didn’t grasp how unhappy I was until I left. I enjoyed cop shit, I liked dangerous stuff and catching bad guys and changing peoples life for the better, but I never realized how much better I would be by leaving. Thanks for supporting us and I hope you can find happiness and find your way to a better life. too many are riding out to retirement and I hit a head when I said I won’t do that and starting looking 4 years ago. 2020-2021 really took a toll on me. May god bless you and stay safe out there!
Congratulations. My great grandfather, grandfather and my father all put in 25 to 30 years. All of them had p.t.s.d.. they would never admit it or get help. I really wanted to continue the family tradition but I did my service in another way. Thanks for your service and enjoy your retirement and whatever comes next. Merry Christmas to you and your family. E.O.W.
Let’s say your agency put troopers first and had put the mental health of their officers a priority. Let’s say they also allowed you to have more freedom with your off - duty life and secondary employment as long as you didn’t disparage the department . Would you have stayed? By the way, I support your decision 100%. I got 22 years in/ 6 more till retirement and I wanted to leave 10 years ago 🤦🏽♂️. I totally understand.
I would still be there most likely. The BS secondary employment scrutiny I faced and had to fill out forms for was nonsense. Even when I filed for secondary employment, they made me prove I wasn’t filming porn. There was also issues with favoritism, being passed over for promotion when I ranked higher than other candidates by a lot, different standards based off the color of someone’s skin or gender and then most importantly a complete lack of mental health support. Many of us were nothing more than just a unit number whose push was to get enforcement. I loved being a police officer, I loved chasing the worst of the worst, I loved getting dope and guns off the street, I embraced being the person to give bad news but it came with a cost. I could have lasted, but I’m glad I didn’t. I had a unique opportunity outside LE I took a chance at and it’s been amazing. Thanks for the support! Hang in there brother! You are nearly there!
I know it is 😂 it’s almost like I lived it for many many years. I even have some awards and commendations in a deep dark hole in my house I should frame and hang above my bed because they are so special! 😂
@@HuntFishShootChannel That is insane and ridiculous at the same time. Thank you for describing your situation. I’m actually going to screenshot your comment and try to make my place of work a lot better for other people who have less time than I do. I am in a position where I can help improve morale and I really appreciate feedback from officers like you who have left the job. I really think that you didn’t leave the job, you just left the Administration and it’s substandard policy.
Definitely a lot of truth to that. The crappy aspects of LE like horrific stuff was bad of course but the bad admin and BS from an agency to go along with it, is the proverbial straws that break the camels back.
Looking forward to the new content and vids more often! And good on you to look after your mental health. I’ve done it a few times in my life, and I’m currently riding that train again with my job. I’m giving it until march or April of next year, then will be looking to move on. I’ve always enjoyed your videos brother, I subbed because I’m also in Ohio and I love finding like minded ppl from this state. Appreciate your service as a LEO, but hopefully you can now find the peace and quiet and do the things you enjoy. I’ll be on the lookout for new things to come in 2025 💪🏻
Thank you very much! It’s extremely important and I took it for granted! Stay tuned we got some good stuff coming up and are kicking the idea around of a 100k subscriber range day!
This is good and bad. Good for you obviously, but bad for the public because we lose another good LEO. I work with several good guys who are former LE who gave it up for several reasons. People in LE have a very high suicide rate per profession which is startling. I know 2 police officers who killed themselves, one of which was a friend. Thanks for your service from another Ohio resident
I know of two as well and one I worked with. It’s very tough and often over looked in the mental health space. You are exactly right I know many people I worked with who have left early and many others who want to. LE is in a bad place right now and no one within the command structures wants to fix it. Thanks for watching and the support!
There's not enough whiskey in Scotland for me, or any other average Joe Schmo, to be a police officer. Those who're able to answer that calling are people I hold in the HIGHEST esteem. I can't even BEGIN to imagine the kinds of things police see & have to do on a daily basis. Furthermore, I can't fathom what all those experiences, in totality, can do the one's mental health. Thank you for answering a calling that not everyone is able/fit to answer. God bless you & your fellow officers, active & retired. "Men of conscience sleep peacefully in their beds because rough men standy ready to do violence on their behalf."... Orwell
Thank you! I sincerely appreciate this and you are right. Many do find themselves with an alcohol addiction or coping mechanism. I know I started to and then caught myself. Thanks for being here!
@HuntFishShootChannel Absolutely!! I've enjoyed your channel from the 1st time I watched it & look forward to seeing what the future holds! I REALLY enjoyed your review on the Shadow Systems XR920P. I bought an MR-P myself, after owning a PDP Pro Compact, which I HATED. I just could never manage to get a good enough grip on it to be able to shoot it well on a consistent basis. But I've had no such issues with my MR-P. To me, Shadow Systems is everything a Glock SHOULD be as far as the frame is concerned.
Hahahahahah you keep requesting! We can make some weekly raw dog videos of it 😂 we fish all the time but just don’t feel like running camera when we do!
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Thank you! I had the privilege to work with some of the best police officers/ troopers in the state and I’m honored to have been one. I don’t know that I’ll ever loose some part of my identity as a trooper, it’s part of who i became since I started at 22. Life is very short and I was reminded on a daily basis. You don’t realize the toll it takes until you reach a breaking point and then really grasp it after I left. Thanks for the support! OHIO!
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I appreciate your honesty. Thank you for your service. It’s never easy to acknowledge the mental health aspect of any job. So, my hat is off to you. One of the reasons I trust, enjoy and subscribe to the channel is how open and transparent you are. Hang tough and here’s to a great 2025.
When i saw the title i thought you were ending the channel! I was going to explain that one of us would approve that! Police work seems like it is very hard to stay long term and still keep your sanity. Chasing crack heads 1 call, rescuing cats next call, investigating an assault/murder scene next call.
Thank you for your service. I retired with 27 years as a Leo in a very busy area. It ABSOLUTELY takes a toll, and some scars will never heal. Do what’s best for you and your family and don’t look back. Be safe and healthy, my brother!
No some don’t and I have experienced that but I can sleep well at night knowing new ones will not come about. Thank you and you enjoy your retirement brother, I’m sure it’s feeling great!
Thanks for being honest about mental health.
It needs to happen more and beat the stigma behind talking about it within LEOs. It’s a huge part of being in law enforcement yet it’s extremely taboo and agencies don’t take it serious. Thanks for being here!
I’ve seen horrible things that are burned into my brain and can never unsee. Good for you getting out. A lot of us are now so far in with families depending on the income it’s hard to take the risk of trying to find another career.
I know and that’s the hardest part! I was at that point of keep going or make my escape. You are right. Some things cannot be unseen and they do get burned into you, they nearly become a part of you if you let them.
You're doing the right thing bro. Follow your passion, leave that which drains you behind.
Keep growing this channel. Keep giving honest reviews, even if the review is negative. Keep keeping it real, it gives you credibility with the viewers.
Brother I sympathize. After the Persian Gulf war I can home and started to work for the FD. It got old fast. I was able to drag myself across the finish line and retired with 29 years. A lot of sacrifice by both my family and I. I cannot tell you how good it felt to retire. It was literally like taking off a show that had been too tight the previous 29 years. You made the right call for you! Charlie Mike!
From a retired LE, thanks for your service. Good luck with your future endeavors. 🇺🇸 💪
Thanks Keanon! Much appreciated and hope you are enjoying your retirement!
Thank you for your service. Being in law enforcement is commitment and god bless all of you who are in it or have been in it.
It definitely is indeed! Thanks for the support!
Used to be in LE for four years. Miss it some days. Others I don’t. But proud of you (and Tactical considerations) for giving it up after 10+ years of service
Thank you! I miss the dangerous shit to be honest, I miss the stuff I shouldn’t. Thanks for watching and the support!
When did tactical considerations announce he left LE?
A few months ago!
@@HuntFishShootChannelthis right here. We miss the 1% of time it was chaos. The other 99% is bs. Keep up the content brother I enjoy it, and stay well! Looking forward to what you put out in 2025.
Thank you!
Thank you brother for sharing your story. You are definitely advocating and promoting Mental Health Awareness and resiliency through your actions and platform. Your work and words on your videos are very appreciated. I’m currently stationed in Kentucky, so hope to meet or shoot with you sometime in FY25! Mele Kalikimaka and Houli Makahiki Hou 🤙🏾🎅🏽🥳
I know i give you shit for potentially being a Shadow Systems shill (I had bad experiences with 3 different models) but im glad you got out and put your family and mental health first. Respect brother. Wishing nothing but the best for you and the family and crew
Absolutely young man raw dog is the reason I married my wife in the 1st place, leading to the 4 children we have now. Awesome that you are following your heart and doing what's best for you. During the Covatch Post Office told me to leave since I refused to put on a mask. Now I work from home swing trading and value investing Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Sh@t has a way of working itself out. Amazing you did your thing for 12 years. When I deployed Afghan with 10-2 it was 8 months and I felt like I was losing my mind and my blood pressure was constantly through the roof. Crazy thing is when you and other law enforcement guys go to work everyday is a deployment. Great that you are doing what works best for you.
I literally was about to do the same video
Beat you to it brother! I look forward to seeing yours and I am glad we had a chance to finally meet. We battled the idea of making this video all year almost but felt like year end was a good Segway.
It’s great to hear you’ve moved on to bigger and better things, but you’ll definitely be missed out on the road. You were one of the best-always working hard, getting into some great cases, and making a real difference. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter!
Thanks brother! It’s was always a great time having you ride along with me and it turned into a great friendship!
Good on you👍😁 a friend of mine is a 40 + yr veteran troop. I wanted to go into forensics and he said without hesitation NO. So I stayed doing my own thing. I have been watching you for yrs and look forward to seeing what you have to come. Till then Merry Christmas and happy New Year 😁👍🎁🎄thank you for your service
Thank you for being here since the beginning! I appreciate the kind words and I think you will enjoy what we have planned!
Mental health is a massive issue for all first responders but especially Leo.. more officers take their own life every year then die in service.. it’s a brutal mentally changing environment.
Thank you for your service and making the decision to get out now because of mental health vs later when you no longer are but a mirror of yourself.. good decision.
It’s a huge issue. It’s been glossed over how bad it is and even worse how many officers are hurting and don’t know who to talk to. There is nearly no support because it’s such an after thought by agencies. It was truly eye opening when I left how many people I know asked about how to leave and if it was worth it.
thank you for your service in one of the toughest jobs in America!
Thank you for the support!
Long time Ohio resident Thank you for your service love the channel Always upfront
Thank you! We strive for being an honest crew!
Can’t wait for the RAW DOG! 😂🔥
Didn’t you already get a raw dog?
Been there done that ! My LE career costed me several relationships because you are married to the job. Worst of all the stress on your body and mind takes its toll on your life.
Exactly. It was weird some issues my wife and I had were immediately resolved after less than a week and haven’t resurfaced. Again, another facet no one talks about!
If you were married to the job that was a personal choice. Your failed relationships are on you and that other person.
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It’s a police thing You wouldn’t understand, you spend more time on the job than you do with your family.
And that’s not counting court cases.
Thank you very much for your service. It takes a lot of courage to do what you’re doing. Stepping out as far more difficult than jumping in. God bless you.
Thank you! It was definitely harder walking away. God bless you and merry Christmas!
Thank you for your service
Thank you, i sincerely appreciate it!
I love my LE job, but I'll be shocked if I make it a day over 20 years for the same reasons you mentioned. Thanks for your service Mike!
I was an EMT for 4-5years doing 60hour work weeks. When my first child was born. I immediately realized I wanted to be around for my kid more and at my current job it was going to be possible. I still miss it at times, but I love being around for me kid. I have off this entire Christmas week, and that would never happen when I was an EMT.
This video is fantastic and this channel is great. I hope this channel blows up and you make it big man
Couldn’t agree more. You sacrifice everything essentially for the calling of a purpose greater than yourself but it’s not sustainable.
Thank you for the support and we appreciate you being here!
I’m glad u made a decision for a less stressful life. Keep living life and enjoy it man.👍👍
Thank you! The immediate relief of stress was something to be had. Have a merry Christmas and happy new year!
Thank you for your service, brother. Raw doggin, here we come!!! 😂😂
Damn right! Thanks!
I met you at summit armory once, Figured you were LE from some of the videos and your demeanor.
I just got finished with my process of getting hired for my city’s academy and start in Jan-Feb.
That’s awesome! I recall it well! My demeanor won’t change much which has its perks to an extent!
Good for you! Don’t take life to seriously. Train like your life depends on it, seek outside training and instruction. I’m far from the best shooter but I’m the shooter in these videos because of outside training and instructions. If there is anything you ever need ask!
Appreciate that, Ive spent that last year listening to the Street cop podcasts and anything else similar to get a grasp on the job I started the process last November , I have two local cops on the job for where I applied that have been a great help and giving insight for a lot of my questions about the job and things of that matter.
I enrolled myself in BJJ awhile back to get a jump on force on force and am really looking forward to being able to use my LE discount for lots of different outside training I couldn’t afford before the career change.
I’m going in at thirty years old with the hopes of being my life career choice.
Good for you and good luck!!!
Remember your oath and never let anyone or anything cause you to betray it.
Also remember that you must always give 100% or more if the job demands it.
With the above in mind, it is just a job and nothing personal, just business.
Save the ones you can. They will be few and far between.
For the ones you couldn't save, maybe you gave them a chance they didn't have or you were the last kind human face they saw or the last kind touch they had.
Stay the course and see you in 20 when you get that retired badge!!!!
Well said!
Current LE in Ohio can’t blame you for leaving OSP you have a sense of humor lol. Have a Merry Christmas
You would be surprised how many have a good sense of humor, but the agency makes you feel afraid to humanize. I let it take that from me at times. Thank you and stay safe brother!
Thank you for your service. I also left my position as a police officer in Tucson Arizona after 11 years. Loved the job. Left due to moving out of the country, but ultimately moved back and used my experience in a parallel position in the private sector. Like you, I have more freedom in many ways and make more money lol. For everyone who is still doing it, thank you and stay safe.
Good for you! Way more freedom and for me freedom to make as much money and have as much fun as I want! Thanks for you service and enjoy the new year!
Good for you. Take care of yourself and your family.
Thank you!
Love you brother, we are all here for you and glad to follow this channel!!! Absolutely love your content
Thank you and I appreciate the support. It means a lot. You all have been great!
We appreciate your heart and dedication, my man. Good luck in your future endeavors. Bless you and all of your loved ones. We have your 6 brother
Thank you! Much appreciated and sincerely appreciate you being here 💪
Did 10 years in TN as a officer. Mental health was in a bad place. Chose my family over the job. Cause at the end of the day it’s just a job.
Good for you! At some point it does outweigh the benefits or what you like about it and at that point you need to change. Hope things are going well for you now!
Ex- military and reserve deputy sheriff and I was most impressed by the full time patrol officers I worked with because of the many different situations they have to endure and help others to cope with and their ability to deal with people good and bad at the same time.I will always respect them for that.
For sure! It’s not easy that’s for sure! Thanks!
All the best for you. Thank you for the years of service. For the record I would highly encourage the respect of having a healthy communication and self control of language. My children will watch videos with me.
I teach my children that it is inappropriate to use foul language. So there are folk who do and they can. And there folk who don't and they can not use foul language. Just something to consider. We appreciate the content we have received from you since we subscribed. Thank you.
Absolutely! No worries we don’t get crazy here and I appreciate the input!
I look forward to the raw videos. It's a great way for me to learn things I didn't even know I needed/wanted to learn, in a short amount of time👍😊
We look forward to it as well!
Thank you Brother for your service & this PSA. Yourself & Family are always 1st. Keep Pressing Forward & we will be here for it!
Merry Christmas to you & your family. 👍🏼
Thanks brother! Much appreciated and hope you do the same! Get well soon with that injury and Merry Christmas!
Thank you for your service 🙏. I'm so happy you are still doing Hunt, fish , and shoot, love you're channel. 👍😁
Thank you! We love making content for you all!
I'm going to be retiring this June with 35 years in. I understand what you are talking about and I feel you. We do and see things normal people shouldn't. It will take a toll on your mental health. Sometimes when I tell a story about work and laugh I get looks like I'm a heartless bastard. That's one way we cope with the terrible things we see. I'm lucky to have great support. Been married for 38 years. She is awesome.
Keep up the great work. I love watching your vids. You guys are this reason I bought the SS CR920XP. Love that gun. Be safe.
God bless you brother! That is amazing and you are exactly right. My wife has always been there for me even when I know how bad it hurt.
I'm with you. I'm 14 in and I'm questioning it daily. If I ever get removed from my position to go back to the daily bump and grind on the streets I'm going to walk
Wouldn’t blame you one bit. When I moved to an investigator position for my last two years, I thought it would help and it did for a bit but then I would show up to work thinking I’m sick of the bullshit and this place sucks the life out of me. Keep your eyes peeled and if the opportunity comes take it! I did and jumped on a chance to run a company which my dad started many years ago and it’s been like a dream. Stay safe you there and seek help if you need it. It’s out there but you have to search for it.
@HuntFishShootChannel thank you brother. I am shocked I'm just seeing your channel for the first time. I'm in a good position but you know how it is. Admin hates you because they couldn't do the position and your colleagues are jealous of your position and are trying to get you removed. Then the stress of not getting killed. It's a lot but good to see others out here getting away from it. Take care and be safe. Subbed
That’s the damn truth. Perfect representation with probably some more BS to add.
Thanks for the support and glad you found us!
Good for you.
I left a job in August because of mental health also. The physical part affected the mental and I knew it was time to go.
Thank you for your service to Ohio. Utmost respect for LE.
Good for you! I didn’t know it was time to go until after. It was a very hard decision to make even with a better opportunity to make. Thanks for the support!
Did LE for two years, currently 24 and i’m proud to say I hung it up last December. Although I do miss it at times. Just don’t miss the headache and stress coming home.
Good for you! I hope you are happy!
Glad to hear you're on a stronger road and as a first sergeant it makes me proud you were strong enough to share your mental health struggles so others can find help too.
I know I had my own struggles and I'm excited to see what you guys do in 2024. I'm looking forward to coming to bug you and come shoot!
For sure man! Looking forward to it. We made this with the hope someone may see it and think I need help and they seek it. It’s tough. It’s been a pleasure getting to know you and looking forward to seeing you at SHOT!
Proud of you man! Excited to see the future of this channel!
Thank you! It’s gonna get even better 🙌
My uncle Retired after 30 years and does not mis it
I don’t know any retired friends who do!
Looking forward to it, Merry Christmas and be well….
Awesome! Thank you! Same to you!
Respect to you.
Be true and be right. At least try.
Thank you! Gotta be true! 💪
Thanks for the update. Give the P30 Lem some love?
Can I be honest? I hate that thing 😂😂😂 I think it’s a very nice pistol well made, but I don’t like it.
thank you for you service and congrats on leaving!
Thank you! It’s gonna be fun!
Good for you brother. Too far in and close to that check.
That is a tough road! Hang in there there and it’s coming! 💪
Glad you made the best decision for you and your happiness. Best of luck to you in the future.
Thank you! I appreciate the support!
From one of your brothers up north--Michigan State Police--congratulations on your move. I'll certainly continue watching.
Thank you! Happy to hear that! Can you do me a favor? Just admit OSHP is better 😂 you know our cars have looked better. Be safe out there. It’s a special thing to become a trooper and many never see what it takes to become. I am proud to have done it, even at the cost.
Went FD and never looked back. Couldn’t enforce the victimless “crimes” and polices that blatantly violated the constitution. God bless you for being a voice for mental health. Merry Christmas brother. Love the channel.
God bless you as well! I held those beliefs during my career regardless of how out of the norm it was. Your moral character belongs to you and it’s what people see or remember you by at the end!
Congrats on the shift and I look forward to the future of the channel!
Thanks Robert! Much appreciated same goes to you!
I respect and understand your decision. It is hard to enforce the law with so much antagonism against police developed by a generational culture of disrespect for law officers. I miss the old days. We are heading towards a chaotic social collapse.
It’s not looking good that’s for sure. law enforcement is in a very bad place right now and I’m not sure what it will take to fix it. It stems from poor leadership and lack of support for the officers on the streets, so unless that stuff changes it will collapse. thanks for being here from the beginning!
Proud of you brother! You’re right on, I relate with this and am proud of you for saying what you did! Can’t wait to see what comes out in 2025!
Thanks bro! I know you can and you were there alongside me! 😘
Same brother, got out years ago from Phoenix PD and moved back to Wisconsin. Been wanting to get back in but the political climate in law enforcement still hasn’t improved and sadly never will. It’s no longer the job it used to be, which really sucks for the good guys just trying to make a difference.
You are exactly right. Thanks for watching and I hope you are enjoying life brother! Take care!
Congratulations keep putting out great content. 27 year army veteran. Northeast Ohio resident. GO BUCKS!
Thank you! We are based in NE Ohio too!
When you said the name of your new weekly segment and TOLD me to keep my mind out of the gutter I felt like such a child because I couldn’t stop laughing😂 Congratulations btw, your mental health and family trumps all🤗👍🏾
Hahahha our minds definitely were but we got to encourage you to be strong 😂 thanks for the support!
Thank you for your service, and you're a great Fellar and a comical one. Also, Merry Christmas, Mike
Thanks David! Merry Christmas!
Hey thanks for the update, I've been following this channel since the beginning and I'm looking forward to see what's coming in the future. Congrats on knowing when to get out. I'm in the same boat but know some that are miserable riding out to retirement.
I didn’t know when to get out until I left. I knew I was unhappy, but didn’t grasp how unhappy I was until I left. I enjoyed cop shit, I liked dangerous stuff and catching bad guys and changing peoples life for the better, but I never realized how much better I would be by leaving.
Thanks for supporting us and I hope you can find happiness and find your way to a better life. too many are riding out to retirement and I hit a head when I said I won’t do that and starting looking 4 years ago. 2020-2021 really took a toll on me. May god bless you and stay safe out there!
good luck brotha
Thanks homie! 💪
Thank you for your service. Love the content that you guys have put out so far and look forward to see what’s next for this channel.
Thank you! I appreciate it and the new stuff will be good!
Very happy and excited for you! Please also take good care of your SPIRITUAL HEALTH and be healed through Jesus~
Merry Christmas!
You are darn right! God bless you and merry Christmas!
Congratulations. My great grandfather, grandfather and my father all put in 25 to 30 years. All of them had p.t.s.d.. they would never admit it or get help. I really wanted to continue the family tradition but I did my service in another way. Thanks for your service and enjoy your retirement and whatever comes next. Merry Christmas to you and your family. E.O.W.
Thank you and much appreciated. I most certainly do have PTS, but the best part is I won’t be adding to it and I can mend! Thanks for being here!
You do you and be the best u you can be for yourself, your family (blood & extended)
Thank you! I’m trying harder everyday!
Will keep watching your channel.
Thank you!
No more restrictions. Time to go full blown Administrative Results!
😂😂😂 the weekly raw dog will be entertaining
Let’s say your agency put troopers first and had put the mental health of their officers a priority. Let’s say they also allowed you to have more freedom with your off - duty life and secondary employment as long as you didn’t disparage the department . Would you have stayed? By the way, I support your decision 100%. I got 22 years in/ 6 more till retirement and I wanted to leave 10 years ago 🤦🏽♂️. I totally understand.
I would still be there most likely. The BS secondary employment scrutiny I faced and had to fill out forms for was nonsense. Even when I filed for secondary employment, they made me prove I wasn’t filming porn. There was also issues with favoritism, being passed over for promotion when I ranked higher than other candidates by a lot, different standards based off the color of someone’s skin or gender and then most importantly a complete lack of mental health support. Many of us were nothing more than just a unit number whose push was to get enforcement. I loved being a police officer, I loved chasing the worst of the worst, I loved getting dope and guns off the street, I embraced being the person to give bad news but it came with a cost. I could have lasted, but I’m glad I didn’t. I had a unique opportunity outside LE I took a chance at and it’s been amazing.
Thanks for the support! Hang in there brother! You are nearly there!
That’s probably the most accurate description of the Patrol I’ve ever heard lol. Everyday I think about quitting.
I know it is 😂 it’s almost like I lived it for many many years. I even have some awards and commendations in a deep dark hole in my house I should frame and hang above my bed because they are so special! 😂
@@HuntFishShootChannel That is insane and ridiculous at the same time. Thank you for describing your situation. I’m actually going to screenshot your comment and try to make my place of work a lot better for other people who have less time than I do. I am in a position where I can help improve morale and I really appreciate feedback from officers like you who have left the job. I really think that you didn’t leave the job, you just left the Administration and it’s substandard policy.
Definitely a lot of truth to that. The crappy aspects of LE like horrific stuff was bad of course but the bad admin and BS from an agency to go along with it, is the proverbial straws that break the camels back.
Good for you social media pays way more anyway
Oh I run a commercial/ residential HVAC company now and then do RUclips on the side without restrictions now and it’s great!
@ that’s what’s up brother …great money in that too. I did commercial HVaC for years. I’ve been supporting you since your early days. Keep shining …
Much appreciated! We appreciate the support!
Best of luck. Merry Christmas.
Thank you and merry Christmas!
Looking forward to the new content and vids more often! And good on you to look after your mental health. I’ve done it a few times in my life, and I’m currently riding that train again with my job. I’m giving it until march or April of next year, then will be looking to move on. I’ve always enjoyed your videos brother, I subbed because I’m also in Ohio and I love finding like minded ppl from this state. Appreciate your service as a LEO, but hopefully you can now find the peace and quiet and do the things you enjoy. I’ll be on the lookout for new things to come in 2025 💪🏻
Thank you very much! It’s extremely important and I took it for granted! Stay tuned we got some good stuff coming up and are kicking the idea around of a 100k subscriber range day!
@ Hell yeah, can’t wait!!
Good for you, LE definitely has to be a tough job looking forward to the content 💪🏻
For sure! I am looking forward to making it!
I’m amazed anyone still volunteers or chooses to remain on the force given the current social political climate. Thanks for years of service.
I routinely steer people away from joining now. It’s a dumpster fire.
Good for you brother!
Thank you!🙏
Merry Christmas Mike ⛄🙏🧑🎄🇺🇸
Thanks Wayne! Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you!
Thank you for your service- Merry Christmas 🎁
Thank you and merry Christmas to you as well!
This is good and bad. Good for you obviously, but bad for the public because we lose another good LEO. I work with several good guys who are former LE who gave it up for several reasons. People in LE have a very high suicide rate per profession which is startling. I know 2 police officers who killed themselves, one of which was a friend. Thanks for your service from another Ohio resident
I know of two as well and one I worked with. It’s very tough and often over looked in the mental health space. You are exactly right I know many people I worked with who have left early and many others who want to. LE is in a bad place right now and no one within the command structures wants to fix it.
Thanks for watching and the support!
Man's got to know his limitations
For sure!
It must be difficult to be a cop nowadays with the 💩 laws and politicians
It got progressively worse from 2012 when I started!
Quit after 40 years and don't miss it.
Good for you!
There's not enough whiskey in Scotland for me, or any other average Joe Schmo, to be a police officer. Those who're able to answer that calling are people I hold in the HIGHEST esteem. I can't even BEGIN to imagine the kinds of things police see & have to do on a daily basis. Furthermore, I can't fathom what all those experiences, in totality, can do the one's mental health. Thank you for answering a calling that not everyone is able/fit to answer. God bless you & your fellow officers, active & retired.
"Men of conscience sleep peacefully in their beds because rough men standy ready to do violence on their behalf."... Orwell
Thank you! I sincerely appreciate this and you are right. Many do find themselves with an alcohol addiction or coping mechanism. I know I started to and then caught myself. Thanks for being here!
@HuntFishShootChannel
Absolutely!! I've enjoyed your channel from the 1st time I watched it & look forward to seeing what the future holds! I REALLY enjoyed your review on the Shadow Systems XR920P. I bought an MR-P myself, after owning a PDP Pro Compact, which I HATED. I just could never manage to get a good enough grip on it to be able to shoot it well on a consistent basis. But I've had no such issues with my MR-P. To me, Shadow Systems is everything a Glock SHOULD be as far as the frame is concerned.
Thank you! Couldn’t agree more! The XR920P/ MR920P were personally my two favorite guns for 2024 to come out. They are really damn good!
A couple of the guys on the Classic firearms channel also used to be in Law enforcement. I don't believe either of them are anymore .
Unfortunately you reach a point in LE where maybe a better opportunity arrives and it should be taken!
Out of the 163 comments on this video 326 of them are already retired law enforcement with 89 years on the job
Ok 👍
Good for you, brother. Life is too short to be miserable. BTW, we’re looking forward to those ‘raw-dawgs,’ LMAO.
You are darn right! The weekly raw dog will be fun! Stay tuned!
Request for 2025…still waiting on a fishing video 😂
Hahahahahah you keep requesting! We can make some weekly raw dog videos of it 😂 we fish all the time but just don’t feel like running camera when we do!
I never started. Best decision I ever made.
I don’t regret my decision for choosing to become a trooper, I loved it. But it took a toll. It’s not glorious that’s for sure.
I quit smoking cigarettes about 12 years ago...... best thing i EVER did!
Now that is a win!
Yes i understand. I wasn't a cup. And it's 😂the same but I work in the school district and I just couldn't do it no more
My wife is a teacher so I get it! 😂
New to AP5 manual of arms. Tried inserting magazine on closed bolt. Could it cause any damage to bottom of bolt because the feed lips were hitting up into the bottom bolt pawl. Throwing out ideas for raw dog
Thanks for the input! It’s noted 👍
nice. get a full open honest opinion
For sure!
Good bro, no sense to keep doing something that makes you morally sick everyday you have to go to work 😂, life is too short
You are darn right! Life is very short. Thanks for the support and watching our videos!
I taught you are quitting making RUclips video / nò0œ
Nope! I love making RUclips videos for you all!
Ohioans here. Thank you for your service with the OSP. They are good people. Life is too short to spend with that much mental stress from work.
Thank you! I had the privilege to work with some of the best police officers/ troopers in the state and I’m honored to have been one. I don’t know that I’ll ever loose some part of my identity as a trooper, it’s part of who i became since I started at 22.
Life is very short and I was reminded on a daily basis. You don’t realize the toll it takes until you reach a breaking point and then really grasp it after I left.
Thanks for the support! OHIO!
Congratulations 208! Can’t wait for more awesome content and to see where this journey takes you. 🫡
Thanks brother! You still owe me and Colin a steak dinner at Arnies. Don’t think you are off the hook because I quit 😂