"I could bore you for an hour with anecdotes" ? Not a chance. We would all sit in rapt attention as long as you wanted to talk. You are a superb teacher.
I don't think he's edgy enough. He should shave his head, grow his facial hair out and yell into the camera about how shitty X gun is and how good Y gun is and how he knows this because of his service as a super-specops badass.
The people that would bitch about being educated do NOT belong here in the first place!! I personally LOVE hearing true stories on this topic. As it helps me tailor my training and actions. Everyone will tell ya that “if it were them, they would have done such n so”. But they are FULL OF SHIT!! No one knows what an armed robbery is like until they have experienced and armed robbery. And even then, ALL of them are different!! A robber isn’t going to come in while you’re in your “fighting clothes and holding your pistol aimed at the door, waiting for him!!! I assure you ALL of that!! They ALWAYS get the drop on you, come when you LEAST expect it, and you’re at your most vulnerable!! The absolute best way to be ready is to study REAL events and practice, practice practice.....even practice what you will say to 911. Bc ANYTHING that is not muscle memory WILL go out the window in the heat of that stressful moment!!
Just watching this video from a few years ago so I can remember Paul when he was well. He just passed a few days ago and I'm feeling sad . like I lost a close friend. He was such a great guy. Gone way too soon.
Hickok45 has been my go to for entertainment and firearm knowledge. Go figure the first video of Paul’s I was ever recommended was “I’m dead.” Grateful to have the opportunity to get to know him via the video backlog. Seems like a real standup guy
@@michaelkaiser1864 Very true. When we are young everything seems to be in slow motion. Once we are on the back side of 50 our world can and does change in a in an instant. Putting things off for another day is not a good idea. If your OK today then today is the day to do the things you need to do.
A newly hired employee where I work, who represented himself as a gun enthusiast, turned me into the police after I was just 'showing' him the guns that I carry. He obviously wanted to get me fired, so he told police I assaulted him with the guns by pointing them at him (not true). Cost me a year probation and about 10k in fines and lawyer's fees, luckily didn't get jail time. Trust no one !
@@jasonpanto Double Jeopardy wouldn't apply under these circumstances. They were apparently found guilty on the first alleged offense. Going back and doing it again would be a new crime. e.g. : You can't beat the sh*t out of someone once, then get found guilty of assault, and then beat the sh*t out of that same person again every day after that and never get in trouble again. ... It's a new crime each time.
What kind of freinds is that, LOL, more like people he knows.I dont think he has real friends that act like this. Anyway makes for good subject matter when you are trying to teach a topic.
I was thinking the same thing. If he wants to see speech impediments, he should visit north Florida. I can understand basic Hungarian better then I can understand what ever language they speak around here. Plus, most of the men mumble and turn away from you when they talk. Then they get ticked when you ask them to repeat themselves.
If more non gun owners saw that Paul Harrell is the guy so many of us look up to and go to for advice as well as the wisdom behind it I think the negative stereotypes would change. He’s like Mr. Rogers for situations where the usual Mr. Rogers methods aren’t applicable.
His primo vids are popping up in my feed at the moment. Idon't know how the algorithm works but it's doing good stuff with Paul's videos at the moment.
That was a Darwin Award one year; guy was sound asleep and his bedside phone rang....he answered his gun which was on the nightstand next to the phone. Don't know if it really happened but The Darwin Awards are usually true and even it not, they're fun reading.
This presentation was my introduction to Paul Harrell. I've been subbed ever since. It's going to be strange not getting new presentations from him. RIP
"Whoever calls the cops first wins." My dad told me that back in the 1960's - and yes, we had phones back then, although carrier pigeon was perhaps more reliable - it was true then, and nothing has changed.
That’s what I love about apple the emergency 🆘 call feature just tap the power button rapidly and it calls 911 even when your adrenaline is pumping and you lose fine motor skills you can tap rapidly without swiping or typing!
Sadly, even in a two car accident, if the cop talks to the ones at fault first and they blame you for when they damn well know they caused it, the cop believes them if they seem honest even when they don’t have proof and it’s up to you to have the proof with a dash cam video that you weren’t at fault.
I was stoped by two police officers, one was talking to the other person who stated I pulled a gun on her. I asked the one officer who was talking to me, to ask the other officer who was questioning the woman "What color was my gun?". He radioed back that it was 'Sliver Looking', mine was 'Black & Red' it was a cordless drill that I was in the process of putting it in the back seat of my truck.
Anecdote 1 :Going from Montreal to Newfounland,Canada in January 2010.The boarding agent wanted to seize my rivet gun(zip gun),Saying that it looks like a gun.If everyone would have an introduction to handguns,there would be less or none of these situation.But ,I realized the boarding agent had the eyes of the passenger. But onces,I got seized snap caps(9 mm,45 acp) for IPSC practice.When they closed my lane,checking the colours on their screen,it popped in my mind that there must be traces of powder...I argued to police officer:you know difference between real ammos and snap caps.She answered back:we seize whatever they tell us to seize.I missed the plane.Those 2 situations were for overhead luggage
The race to call 9-1-1: As a child, I would race my sister home from school so I could tell my mother MY version of events. (Due to credibility issues, it never worked.)
He is such a "reality check". I would listen to his common-sense dialog just to stay grounded in reality regardless of topic. RUclips needs more like him!
I carry mace and a firearm. DPS Black Label fogger and Pepper Enforcement splatter stream. Carry an HK P30 as a firearm. Cant blame Harrel for doing it. Active Self Protection guy does it too
As a cop, things I agree with fully: Gun And Reasonable amount of Ammo. Knowing a Lawyer, like he said if you happen to have that sort of money, retain one, otherwise at least ask around about who's a good one and meet him/her at least once. Flashlight. And a Couple of notes about the other two: Camera: Expect to have it taken. And if it is, don't start a fight over it, that's what your lawyer is for. Investigators are going to seize ALL the possible evidence they can get their hands on, and photos and videos are USDA Choice Evidence. Just ask for a receipt and a copy of the Search Warrant and give those to your attorney. Phone: It's rather unfortunate that the world we live in has gotten to that point. As a professional, I pride myself on being able to figure out what's really going on before jumping, and I'd say I'm right 9 times out of 10 or so. Yes, the waters will get murky if the suspect calls first. No, you shouldn't be randomly having guns in your face for no reason, but stupid cops do happen. And if the cop isn't a moron they'll be able to figure out something about what has actually happened before they start moving forward. And finally, some associated wisdom if you're involved in a Citizen Involved Shooting (taken from what we do when we're involved in an Officer Involved Shooting, with some modifications): 1) If it's safe to do so, call 911, tell them you've been involved in a shooting. Tell them what you're wearing! Give a suspect description if they've fled, or your best guesstimate of their medical condition if they're down. TELL THEM WHAT YOU'RE WEARING! All the shouting is because if I'm responding, I want to know which party is armed, and I want to know which party is likely not going to be blasting rounds at me and I can work with. In a lot of states, guns are actually pretty common things for cops to bump into, we just like to know who's got them, makes things simple. 2) When the Cops Pull Up, if your weapon isn't already holstered or secured somewhere, put the damned thing down. And stand there with your hands very visible until they do what they're going to do. They're going to seize the weapon, and pat you down at a minimum. Depending on agency policy and on-scene manpower, they might handcuff you and/or put you in the back of the car. It's called investigative detention....it sucks, but you're not under arrest just because it happens. 3) Exercise your Miranda Rights. Give them identifying information, but you don't have to talk about what happened. If I'm in a shooting, I'm calling my attorney (FOP or PBA respectively).....I'm not offended if you want to call yours. 4) Don't ask dumbass questions. Things like: "Am I being detained" or "Am I free to go" are just going to piss off the cops and do you absolutely no good. You were just involved in a SHOOTING. NO you're not free to go. YES you're being detained. There is a 'reasonable time' bit attached, but that's not something I could teach a citizen in a 30 minute video....let your Attorney do that arguing for you, ask for a bottle of water until he shows up, and relax, you're going to be either on the scene or at the PD for at least the next 2 hours. Ultimately, don't panic. If you were justified in doing it, then unless you live in certain moronic states (or countries), you'll be exonerated. You actually WANT the mess to go through a full investigation, and then a Grand Jury hearing. Because you're GOING TO GET SUED by some ambulance chaser out to get that tweaker's family a million dollars. And nothing will help you in that suit more than an investigation that cleared you, and a NO BILL from the Grand Jury. As a Cop, I want any serious Use of Force incident to go through the DA's Office or Grand Jury.....gives my lawyer something to get me 'summary judgement' in the lawsuit....which is civil court speak for 'thrown out'.
I guessed wrong, I thought for sure he was going to say fingers. Having five fingers is really useful when firing pistols, and its surprisingly difficult to do it without. Tounging the trigger for example puts your nose dangerously close to the slide.
Thank-you your information. I agree on the points you made. Question; (Simplified), here in Florida the law reads that Law Enforcement has valid reason to keep your firearm under two circumstances. 1). It was used in commiting a crime. 2). It was the "Fruitful gain". in a crime or crimes.Re: 2). This being it was rounded up in things a crook had, correct? I understand "procedure", check ballistics, serial number, etc. There are times here when a civilian aided a LEO, shot the bad guy, and his firearm was handed back to him. What is your opinion, if you don't mind sharing it on this issue! Happy New Year! Be well, Be safe!
The phone call to the police it's a must! There was this time I was at this neighborhood representative election meeting, and this guy lost, against the guy I was backing. Well, things turned ugly, and I decided to leave. The guy that lost came after me with his son and wife screaming and yelling saying everything they could to pick a fight. But, since I'm a mixed martial artist, and in pretty good shape( the guy that lost the election, is like 70 years old). I remained calm and just kept walking. Then I heard the guy telling his 18 year old kid to hit me, at that moment I turned around and his lady bounce off my chest. I raised my open hands and told the kid if he try anything I would hurt him. At that time they froze and back down. So I kept walking and got to my house. Then I took my phone and call the police to make a complaint about harrassment, they took down the information and I sat down to watch tv. 20 minutes later a police car show up. And I open the door and said, finally what took you so long. The cop looked at me confused and told me that they came to bring a citation since my neighbor had made a complaint against me, because I just had assaulted his wife. Well, it took me a lawyer, Four hundred bucks and a day in court to get the stupid charge dismissed... Definitely make that call as soon as possible, even take video if you can...
So, I'll second the thing about the phone and pics/video if possible. My own story in brief. I'm in the middle of getting a divorce. Had to meet my ex to cash a check that had come to her at what used to be our address. It had both of our names on it, requiring us to both be present with ID and sign it to cash it and take our respective portions. So it comes to me as a heads up from our middle child that my ex is bringing a second party along whom I know to be hostile against me as a measure that I "keep myself under control" because she knows I carry. So I just rolled my video recorder when I arrived and made no secret that I was doing so and even stated why. Of course they both insisted I stop immediately because they didn't consent to be video taped and I told them tough luck, in this state there is no 2 party consent. I can record all I want. If not for that video, which I immediately emailed myself after leaving as a back-up, they might very well have gotten their portion of the money then tried to call and report I had pointed my gun at them and tried to take it. For all I know, that video and their knowledge of it may be why I'm not in jail and my gun confiscated even though no such thing happened. It wouldn't be the first time she called the cops on me with a fraudulent story.
I personally would very much like to see a presentation about the aftermath of a citizen involved shooting that covers calling 911, documenting the scene, and interacting with first responders in depth. I feel like the subject doesn't get enough attention during discussions about personal protection/concealed carry, and I'd like to hear Paul's take on it based on his experiences.
Call 911, "I shot so-&-so in self defense, send an ambulance." Then stfu and "lawyer, lawyer, lawyer" until case is through/closed. If you don't, you could end up in prison for a LONG time. **he mentions this at the end of the video pretty much
As a 911 dispatcher I only ask: once you call me, talk to ME. Don't keep arguing with the other person. Don't tell your story to everyone who shows up. Talk to ME. I need information in the order I ask it. If I am sending officers then I need to know who's who and what's happening so officers know what to look for as they come flying in full of adrenaline. Also, Know where you are! Don't assume technology will work or that we have a crystal ball. Be safe out there. Edit: and remember - every call is recorded, so consider how your call will sound to a jury.
Too frequently 911 dispatchers are extremely dumb. They ask way too many absolutely irrelevant things, and when COPS arrive they are usually still ABSOLUTELY clueless.
@@borisgetman9222 How do you know what questions are relevant or irrelevant? They may ask many questions for which you don't understand the purpose but that doesn't mean they're stupid questions. As with the writing we asked The Who, what, when, where, and if time permits we might ask the why. If people would spend less time arguing with us the calls would take a lot less time. Some people just want to scream into the phone to just send the cops now and they're so busy arguing with us they don't bother telling us where to send them.
Eric Redbear I am obviously not a 911 operator, but a 37-year-old Family Medicine doctor with a pretty good general common sense. If a woman comes to me with sore throat, and I ask her to perform pelvic exam there is a 99.9% chance that she will seriously doubt my behavior (even if she absolutely no formal medical training). Likewise, I don’t need to be a 911 operator to understand relevance or irrelevance of certain questions being asked when situation is critical, and distracting myself to answer dumb curiosity questions is not a good idea. I have no doubt that you have to deal with plenty of anxious, unintelligent and irrational individuals on a daily basis, but I still believe in what I said in my prior comment.
@@nathanielcohen9890 sorry to hear you had that experience. She must have been working off of a protocol and is required to give instructions otherwise she might end up getting written up. She shouldn't have been screaming in your ear but the protocol does ask that whoever is doing the CPR count out loud so we can make sure that you're using proper rhythm. If you were a doctor obviously you know what you're doing, however you are a very rare exception and that communicator could have recognized your expertise and allowed you to do the work you were doing. Being on the end of the phone we cannot know what is happening unless we hear it for ourselves so we can update our responders. I'm not excusing her demeanor only explaining our side of the story. And thank you for what you do!
I'm not an attorney but maybe Wayne Parker can weigh in. This is what I have heard from defense attorneys.1. Be careful of what you post on social media. I mean, avoid racial slurs, promotion of violence or posing with your guns.2. The funny sign on your front door that's has a picture of a gun and says "We don't dial 911" or "Due to the price of ammo, no warning shots will be fired", yeah take that down if you have it.3. Tricking your gun out with things like Punisher skulls and packing "Zombie Slayer" ammo, get rid of it. As a best practice, if your gun functions with it, try to stick with ammo that is approved for Law Enforcement agencies or does not have extreme titles in the name. I love the R.I.P. ammo but listen to how that sounds to a jury. "R.I.P"!!! That is the only reason I don't carry it. I know it stands for "Radically Invasive Projectile" But it could also seem "Rest In Peace" to a jury.All these things can really come back to bite you if you ever go to trial. Remember, you have to show the jury that you are a good, reasonable, non violent guy. Not someone that is a racist, gun obsessed, blood thirsty person just looking to shoot a criminal. Pictures of your gun and ammo WILL be shown to the jury by the prosecutor. The last thing you want them to see is a $500 Glock with $1,000 of cosmetic work with a punisher skull or smiley face back plate. If you think I'm full of B.S., realize that not all jurors agree with the second amendment and some may actually dislike gun owners. Don't give them a reason to dislike you more than they already might.
footba11fan41ife I know. It’s sad but true. The really frustrating part is if your a minority they seem to turn a blind eye. If your white, they’ll throw the book at you. The media said a few weeks ago that we should ban “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas” because they said the song was racist! Really!!! The song is referencing snow, not white people. Stupid!
Dogman; never thought of it like that. What pisses me off is, didn’t whites liberate them from Nazi camps? Oh well. We never get any thanks no matter how many soldiers we lose saving other countries. France hates us. We have thousands of soldiers buried in their beaches. It didn’t take China but about 6 years to forget that we absolutely saved them from Japan, when they marched 1 million soldiers against us in Korea. I’m sick of helping countries that turn around and stab us in the back.
I never knew about the "race to call 911", but it makes perfect sense. Why haven't all the tacticool experts told me about this before? Thanks for the information!
Wade O'Dell that was new to me too. Waved a crackhead off with a sidearm once but never had to call 911 preemptively. Ill remember this bit of advice for sure. Thanks Paul.
Chad K I think you would want to frame it differently, not "I brandished a gun at a guy." Rather, "hey there is a guy on x and y streets that tried to rob me but I stopped with my legally carried firearm and before I could arrest him he fled". The first rule of lawfare is anything you say will be used against you, make your statements as self serving as possible.
Remember: if you pull any weapon on anyone for any reason, you just committed assault. Period. Whether it was justifiable, is the question. I can't stipulate this any clearer and my students are generally completely unaware of use of force laws prior to class. Call the police and file a complaint against your attacker because someone else tried to victimize you or did.
1:26 Interesting to watch this 6 years later, especially when he talks about us asking his background and expertise. That seems strange now, as after all these years, most are quite familiar with Paul's videos and his background. Paul is quite accurate on the criminal attempting to turn it around that he is the victim and you are the bad guy. Ancient history ago, my little brother's bike was stolen from our garage. We filed a report with the police and by chance, we found it. The kid had a big mouth at school, so we went to his house, the dad told us to get lost, and called the police that we were trying to steal "his" bike. The cops were putting us in the car when finally another cop shows up and says, "yes, they have filed a police report that the bike is stolen" so they let us go. The cops did not take the bike and did not give it back to us. We had to wait a few days, the kid thought it was safe, and so when he rode it to the park, we applied some justice and took the bike back. You could get away with that back then. More recent but still PM (pre-marriage), the landlady shows up, starts tearing down the fence, throwing stuff around, claiming I have damaged her house. I tell my girlfriend to call 911 and stay on the phone until they get there while I take photos. As the landlady begins leaving, cops show up, she tells them she is the owner, that I am trashing the house, and THAT SHE CALLED THE POLICE. I tell them that WE called them and that my girlfriend was still on the phone with 911, which 911 confirmed. Otherwise, the cops would have hauled me off instead of telling her she needed to leave. It was pre-cellphone days so I don't know how she called them in my driveway. ALWAYS be the first to call the cops. As usual, great video, Paul
I only stumbled upon this channel by accident today. Started binge watching. I was a small arms instructor in the Air Force back during Vietnam, training mostly military cops. (SP's) In later life, I was/am a newspaper photographer and (pre-digital cameras and cell phones) Police photographer. What Paul is saying here makes absolute sense! The most reasonable advice I've seen on RUclips. Period. Thanks for doing a service.
This video reminds me of when I took the required firearm safety class prior to getting my CCL . To be honest, I felt I didn't need the class, I had grew up with/around firearms, and was ex-military to boot. Was I ever so wrong! my instructor was in law enforcement, he didn't say in what way, but I could tell, he knew what he was talking about. The firearm safety part, I pretty much knew, (again grew up around guns) but it was the legal part, how I should act what I should do (or not do).....that was things I never considered. It was a course worth taken, and am glad I got the instructor I did. Thanks for the video.
It sounds like your instructor lives in a fantasy world. Ex Law Enforcement & Ex Military people in training roles or similar that aren't forthcoming about their previous history and experience are doing this to hide the fact that if they did serve, it was from behind a desk.
BatCaveOz thanks for the reply, but I respectfully disagree. I've been around the block a time or two,and can tell if someone is BS'ing me or not. My instructor didn't brag, but only stated he had been in law enforcement.
@@BatCaveOz . Why is there always some asshole that questions others and makes snide comments to random people for no obvious reason ? Those people really suck dont they. I guess some people have some personal issues, insecurity, small penis, low IQ. You know issues like that.
@@BatCaveOz Regardless of how someone serves, they still served. EVERY position has a purpose, and without "that person" doing "that job", it as a whole, would move slower or not at all. I know plenty of people who served and do not brag about what they did. Some, just do not want to relive it.
@This world is on the edge I am sorry you feel that way. But, I myself, know soldiers, firefighters, EMTs, police officers who are not fillers. They actually do matter. They serve their communities. They are not fillers of any kind in my eyes. They matter to me! Best of luck to you! Have a wonderful night.
Still relevant 2/15/2023. Being confined to a mobility scooter, I use a shoulder holster since it is the ONLY easily accessible position for me, and concealable under a sports coat. And, I carry a 17+1 Beretta on the right side in the shoulder holster (left handed), and two extra loaded 17 round mags on the left side. Now I agree with Mr. Harrell I don't need that much ammo, and it is way more ammo than I hope to ever need. However, using a shoulder holster, the weight of the two extra mags help counterbalance the weight of the full size Beretta. So, in some cases, the extra mags are more for ease and comfort... than extra ka-booms.
16:00 - When I was taking my pistol training courses our trainer, part of the local police department, advised us against using weapon mounted lights entirely. (Again, this is his opinion but it seems reasonable and similar to points your brought up.) His reasoning was that it encourages you to point your gun at what you want to light up and they'd had safety issues caused by that even during the police department's training. He didn't say they were useless but he thought it took some time and training to use them correctly and that your time would be better spent to learn one-handed shooting techniques instead since those have more utility such as if you have to carry something or you're injured. (He wasn't a big fan of bracing the pistol against the hand holding the flashlight either. Something about the crossing of the hands in your field of vision causing people to make mistakes under stress.) Also to be honest 99.99% of time you'll get more use out of the pocket flashlight than the handgun. You're gonna need to illuminate something dark a lot more than you'll need to shoot anything. You get a good quality flashlight you can shine that thing out of your car window to see an address in the dark.
The point about having your lawyers cards and keeping your mouth shut should be #1 as they are the most important imo. Superb video! You have a new sub.
"What about Philando Castille?" Very valid point! The NRA walked away from that question, too. This is why I walked away from the NRA. If I ever join another gun rights group, it'll be GOA (Gun Owners of America.)
It's readily apparent you've had a successful career of public speaking. Not many people can speak continuously for almost twenty minutes and get all of their points across in a succinct way while still bringing in anecdotes and other colorful oration tools without glazing the audience's eyes over. On the subject of the speech impediment you mention in multiple videos, I honestly cannot discern it from someone simply mentally choosing words while speaking (if the occasional, not lengthy enough to be Shatner-esque pauses are what you're referring to). Great work, and thank you for producing such thoroughly informative videos!
After hearing the statement many times so far, I am now awaiting the hour-long videos of anecdotes from Paul's life that he thinks would bore us to death. I would watch most anything he feels is worth talking about with rapt attention.
No shit,right? It’s amazing when you realize that someone is the real deal, you’re ready to listen the absolutely everything man to say. Because clearly any experience this guy has is relevant in someway or another. Him and Clint Smith... The smooth uncle, and the not so smooth one, both are brilliant, and the real thing.
I Know Right! his stories and experience are not boring whatsoever. I watched one of his 30 minute videos all the way through and had no clue how long it had been. His videos are awesome
1. I carry a spare magazine because it comforts me to do so. 2. I know from unfortunate personal experience that the first person to call the cops usually "wins". Even when that's the person who created the life-threatening situation in the first place. And yes, I went to jail. 180 Days, 150 suspended. (And no, I didn't have to shoot the other guy because his behavior changed radically when I pointed my gun at him.) 3. I learned my lesson from #2 and twenty something years later, when I needed to show my gun to someone else who came about 0.5 seconds from getting shot, I called the cops IMMEDIATELY. That situation ended with me telling my side to a sheriff's deputy while sitting in his front passenger seat. Still armed, by the way, and with his full knowledge and permission. All because I called 911 first and stayed on the phone with them until the deputy showed up, making me the good guy by default. 4 & 5. I can't honestly say that I carry a flashlight on me, nor do I plan to. Unless you count my iPhone. The lawyer thing is probably a good idea though and I really should do that.
Yea boi. Do the lawyer thing. Take a recommended out to lunch, buying them their food, if you're not comfortable w/n 45 min, move on. Do it again. You'll have some nice lunches. I'm fortunate, we have ours. Not everyone else has been, you get fortunate, then hand them some grease money ($100's) and write a check for retainer, refresh the retainer with a small sum ($150 for us) each year. And if that's too much crap, or you can't find the right one, do something like USCCA or other. Cover Your Ass. I was born in a different time. Even NOPD handed me back my 686 after running serial. B'ham PD returned the pistol on my person after kicking my ass out of the drunk tank a couple of years prior (no, dunnut tell them the story of that one), wasn't stolen (and yes I was underage on both counts occifer). Still, prosecutors want their feathers in their cap these days, your ass is their feather. Cover it.
I carried in New York city for years and now in Wisconsin, and attended a concealed carry class. You make the best education videos on the web. A must see for anyone thinking about a carry permit. Thanks.
rene g. melchor, carry legally? NYC is insanely anti carry. simply getting a target (proper cause-Sportsman) licence is an exercise in great patience. Mine took over a year to finally get and that was in the 80s. Now a full carry permit in NYC? That's the stuff of dreams! lol
I just discovered your channel a few days ago. Your videos are excellent! I was involved in an incident a few years ago that backs up your point about calling 911 immediately. My family and I had gone out to dinner one evening. On our way home a pickup truck passed us on a two lane road, then stopped. He blocked the road in front of us which forced us to stop. The driver got out and charged at my car (not casually approached, but charged at us). Not knowing what was about to happen, I immediately drew my pistol. He back down and left when he saw my weapon. I drove toward home confused, but assumed it was all over. We were surrounded by police just a few blocks from my house. The police separated us, then took statements from all of us. After concluding that everything was legal they let us go. I ask the officer in charge what he would have done in that situation. He said that he would have done everything exactly like I did. He said the only mistake I made was not calling the police. I asked why because as far as I was concerned it was over when the criminal left. He said that you should call any time you are threatened enough to draw a gun.
This is a "No BS" channel with good info and proper tests which show no bias that allow us to make educated decisions on a highly important topic. I subscribed, thank you and please keep up the great work. I will be looking forward to your new content.
@@thisismagacountry1318 you would be surprised how many people freeze under pressure even in a controlled training situation. In BCT (army) we had several people barely pass the grenade throw bc they froze instead of ducking under the cement wall. Grenades are fun in games but IRL holding something that can turn you into shreds in the blink of an eye can be very scary. The army does this training bc 1. Repetition leads to a highly skilled fighting force and 2. When you are in the intense moment when fear has a grip on you, you know how to deal with it and focus instead of doing the deer/headlights stance. #2 is something that needs LOTS of experience to deal with. There is a HUGE difference between a civilian (usually deer/headlights), a fresh soldier or emergency service (jumpy, shaky, and will lose some skill but, overall functional), and a veteran soldier or emergency service (usually very calm, in charge, and confident about the situation. Very little to no loss of skill in the situation and doesnt get the shakes nearly as bad).
Did your mace-story happen in Arlington, Texas around 1976 ?? If so, I was about 50 yards away and saw all the commotion from a distance, but it is the same exact story.
And every little shop you go to ask for a receipt, they have time and date stamped on them. Proof of where you where at a specific time. When asked where were you 30 min ago, you have proof. They can go look at the cameras. Every lil bit helps.
@@konagolden3397 Thats an idea. Until you park under a tree, or it happens to be raining hard and location service places you a 1/4 or more mile away. Or just looses GPS signal altogether. Happens all the time with phones. Not as trustworthy as a receipt.
@@rspc6132 I work in the industry. It doesn't matter if you park under a tree. It doesn't matter if you lose GPS signal. There are 3 ways to triangulate your location; GPS, WiFi and Cell towers. It tracks you. That means it was following you long before you parked under that tree or the rain came. That paper receipt you have may be fine, or it maybe unreadable from the rain drenching it, lost, have weak ink that faded, or doesn't identify YOU as being the person who was at that location. If you paid witha CC, the CC company will have a record of the transaction, with the date & time and you don't need the receipt. So yes, it's not perfect, but it is as trustworthy as a receipt.
If you can't afford to have an attorney on retainer there are several Groups that offer "insurance" to gun owners. USCCA and US Law Shield being the ones I am familiar with. Both of them will provide you with 24 hour attorneys, bail bond assistance etc... When I got my CCW it was the second thing I got after my carry pistol.
exactly.USCCA for this guy.I had to use them already. they're outstanding. You are so correct. If you carry concealed daily you need insurance. either one is good. but get it
@@johnjvoorhis8087 Even if you don't carry every day, I think it is a great idea to get insurance in case you have to protect your home and your family. I have USCCA myself and am glad to have it. They seem top notch.
@@jorgebarake8271I know. I have had USCCA for 2 years now. I carry every day and night. I have had to deploy my weapon so I definitely know how good it was to know that I had insurance.
I have watched several of your videos this evening and I have to say you are the most reasonable and practical person I have seen online concerning the subject of firearm ownership and use. I will watch all of them and recommend them to my family and friends. Thank Youl
Paul: I am a retired USAF First Sergeant/Chinese Linguist/ VietNam Vet (75 years young) with 3 baccalaureate degrees. I find no flaw such as a speech impediment, nor have I detected any unnecessary pauses. I value your knowledge and experience. Press on, my Brother! 🤠
Does anyone actually complain about his pauses? I think there has only been one instance where his pausing has caught me off guard. Every other time, it simply gives my brain a chance to process what he's saying because he tends to speak rather fast and fits a lot of information into few words.
Meanwhile I'm here on 2x speed because he speaks so clearly it's not hard to understand him and I can watch twice as much of his content in the same time.
Paul, if you wouldn't mention your speach impediment so many times, I wouldn't have noticed it! Your calm and collected way of commenting is one of the things I really like about your videos!
Paul Harrell is now up to 1.42 million subscribers. The man’s content will still be relevant and entertaining 25 years from now. I’ll bet you a dollar to a doughnut Paul hits 2 million subscribers shortly.
Very good presentation. I have been carrying concealed for over 35 years, that probably makes me old, I am. When I first started carrying a side arm I made my self a promise that I would only draw that sidearm when I really planned to use it. 6 years later I am confronted by the knife wielding guy at the atm who is demanding money. I turned slightly to my left and raised my shirt tail and informed the SOB that if he did not leave now I would draw and shoot him the maximum number of times I could without the law saying it was excessive. The fool is dumb founded, I have placed my hand on the sidearm and released the snap, the fool is still standing there waiting to see what will happen, he then takes a step toward me with the knife leading the way, he did not get the second step and I didn't fire but 1 round. The cops inform me the guy has assaulted a number of people at this atm and they had never been able to catch him. They confiscated my sidearm as evidence and told me I had lost my right to carry until this went to court. My attorney, who lived next door, had my sidearm and right to carry back for me before midnight. Nothing ever came of the incident and that was the last time I drew my sidearm except for target practice. Like you said, pointing a deadly weapon at an individual is almost as bad as just shooting them, but showing that you have one holstered can often defuse the situation.
SmokeRingsPipeDreams Well, he only had to fire one round, so I'm guessing that it was a kill shot. And if that was the case, I doubt if the bad guy survived long enough to even feel the impact of hitting the ground.
Steve Sparks As a CCW instructor in NC I learned a great deal from this, I gotta go back and work some of this good info into my lesson plan. Semper Fi
steven sparks that’s how I know you’re an old head when you write your name on a comment when your username is your actual name and it’s right on top of the comment
I really appreciate your advice and practicality. I've been watching alot of your videos and they are very helpful. Many on RUclips seem to preach their opinion as gospel, so it's refreshing to watch someone who understands reality. Thank you and I look forward to watching more!
I have a couple of stories about the importance of calling the police first. One of our customers (I work at a gun shop) was involved in a road rage incident . The aggressor showed a handgun to him while the to cars were side by side. So, he showed them his. At that point they departed. A bit later the police conduct a felony stop on him and etc, etc. The other people had called the cops and he had not. The case was later dismissed, but it still cost him time and considerable money. The other involved my wife. A similar incident involving road rage. They were driving aggressively, yelling and gesturing and trying to run her off the road. When she showed them her phone they took off. At the time this happened cell phone were not that common yet. I,ve just discovered you channel today, seen about a dozen of your videos. All good.
As a fan of your channel, I want to thank you for all you have taught me over the years Paul. I dont know you personally but I know you as much as you would allow and eternally grateful for that. God is taking all of the good people before the end of the world apparently.....Im gutted for selfish reasons that you are so good Paul Harrell.
Summary: License/permit (where applicable) 1. Firearm & reasonable amount of ammo 2. Cell phone (use it IMMEDIATELY) 3. Camera (see #3) 4. Handheld Flashlight (in addition to an optional firearm mounted light [also a good idea]) 5. Attorney's business cards (to give to police- "I will make a full statement when my attorney is present." - then STFU) BONUS: Have an attorney on retainer (whenever feasible); at least meet with an attorney and have some kind of working relationship I agree wholeheartedly with this whole list. So many great points. Thank you!
Pádraig So you say, until you hang out with him and end up with a few .45acp inside you at the end of the day. Paul isn't a people person, he is stiff and tries to appear human. He has great advice though regardless.
Paul - nice work. Every point makes good sense. I would just add 2 suggestions - get CC insurance. 4 between $28-$38/ month you can get instant access to a million $ policy with top attorneys 4 defense in both criminal as well as possible civil lawsuits following a self defense shooting. - 2nd, There are things you can & should say on the scene to the police when they arrive that will help It is helpful to let them know YOU were the victim of a crime. &establish you as the good guy here are a few examples "I was afraid for my life" "I thought I was going to die" "He had a knife,(gun, club) & threatened me" " Threatend my life" Also. DO NOT be holding your gun in your hand when police arrive (assuming incident is over ) clear it & set it down. The cops arrive hopped up & ready for action. they may not know who good guy is. One last thing ( kinda a joke-but not really) if you haven't already, doesn't hurt to piss yourself. Just sayin' Tell them you intend on being 100% cooperative , know how serious this is, but need to talk to your attorney since your emotions are a mess right now. Keep up the good work "
Hello Paul, another great video, thank you for that. You and I are roughly the same age. I became a police officer in 1991. With regards to the number of shots fired in a shooting. On Easter Sunday at dead noon in a town of 20,000 people in SW Missouri, I was involved in an officer-involved shooting. A bad guy I had dealt with a couple of dozen times before (always complacent, always non-violent, and always unarmed and never resistant) had stolen his girlfriend's car and fled from me on foot into the basement of his parent's house (only accessible from the outside). As he fled in his shorts and tank top his hands were empty... and as he entered the basement turned off the lights. Two other officers were present, a Sergeant and a rookie officer, and the call was actually assigned to the rookie...I advised them the suspect had fled to the basement and that we were going to have to remove him...( a short background...a few months before a st. louis county police Sergeant had gone into a basement after a bad guy and was shot and killed. The thought of that call was in my head as I decided to lead the way into this darkened basement...I was 29 years old and had been an officer for 8 years with a couple of years as 11 Bravo...and was divorced...the rookie had six months on and was married with a baby on the way...my officer safety skills were top-notch (usually). I put on my leather gloves expecting at worse a physical struggle...as I advance to the bottom of the stairs, the brightness of the outside and the blackness of the basement hit me all at once, at the same time I heard the all too familiar sound of a bolt closing on a rifle at close range and then BOOM a blinding flash and explosion from 10 feet away. The concussion was so intense and my adrenaline was so focused that in the matter of maybe half a second I processed that I had been shot at, and shot at something other than a Saturday night special, that I may or may not be hit, and that I was in a bad fucking place...and pulled my gun and fired...oddly enough never hearing my own gunfire as I retreated out of the basement stairwell....to make a long story not longer than it's already been... I was uninjured and so was the bad guy who eventually surrendered. The Missouri Highway Patrol Investigated the shooting...when asked how many rounds I had fired I confidently stated I had fired 1 round....in fact, I had fired 5. Adrenaline masked it all. I obviously fired at the threat as I hit the rifle.....and another point. Making the 911 call first is super important. This jackass started yelling to whoever would listen that I had fired at him first and he only fired in defense...and he was taken seriously enough that I was investigated beyond the scope of a self-defense shooting....and 4 years later I left law enforcement for good because of the half jackass mentality of some cops in regards to gun laws and common sense...Congrats on your highly informative videos.
Your story is heartbreaking. Glad you're ok. Hope you found rewarding work outside of law enforcement. I almost joined the police, went a different public service route. Good decision. Bless the men and women in law enforcement, if only they could police their own, weed out the ones who make people hate cops.
@@asmith7876Thank you for your kind words. My department launched multiple investigations against me for minor violations that simply weren't true after my official diagnoses with PTSD and Anxiety....to make a long story short I have been on social security disability since 2007. I miss law enforcement immensely...and I feel immensely let down by my agency and "brother officers"...I will always be a cop at heart....but I will always be wounded.
Thanks for the well done video! A cell phone is pretty much a given these days, but like any tool, how and when to use it is the key. I don’t leave the house without a sidearm (hi-power), extra magazine and flashlight on my belt. And now I’m reconsidering the benefits of signing up with US Law Shield You the man Paul!
No need to worry about it!! We all heard his message loud and clear!! No need to focus on the most ridiculous part of this!! Take his experience as education and leave it at that!! We are NOT speech pathologist! We are here to learn!
Wow. I'm always amazed at how succinctly Paul puts everything. He's really good at making logical, well thought out arguments. I'm going to start carrying a flashlight.
Thanks! Couldn't deal with the slow pace delivery and exceptionally long anecdote rants. 20 mins to say what you just did in 5 seconds flat. For future videos, get to the point, THEN wander around with your anectdotes, so we get the info out first, then the b.s. later if we want it.
In dollars, every word you say to the police that can be used against you will be expensive. The more you talk the more work the lawyer has to do to protect you. I was involved in a self deffense shooting and can certainly say that i wish to god i had said less. Even the best intentions will be misconstrued. Even the caliber of your gun and the frequency of your shots and the number of times you visit your local range to practice will be suspect. “So when you practice you choose to pay more to shoot at targets of realistic looking people? Does your hand feel differently when shooting people rather than paper? Your so used to shooting at people targets its almost second nature isnt it? Do you practice shooting people in your mind? So the man you shot could still be alive had you not been so used to emptying your magazine in one spot of the body?” Can you see how the attorneys can make a self deffense shooter look like a murderer? Trust me its even worse. If the other person survives then your in way more trouble. Do not ever talk or take the stand.
Hi, I enjoyed this one a lot. I would like to share something because you were talking about possibilities, probabilities, most likeys, and most likely nots. Back in Feb. of 2015, I was coming out of Walmart, it was getting dark, and I had a long walk back to my car. The parking lot was full when I arrived and I had to park far away from the store, but almost empty when I came back to my car. As I was unloading my stuff into the car, a young man that was obviously high on something came up to me and asked for money. I told him that I was not going to give him any money. Usually they turn and leave, but this one just stood there and glared at me. My coat has two angled, slash pockets with zippers. I keep my cell phone in the one on the right so that I can grab it with my left hand. The pocket on the left is where I keep my gun, so that I can grab it with my right hand. So I just raised my right hand up to the pocket on the left, and that was all I needed to do. He looked at my hand, and turned, and left. That was the one and only time that I had come close to actually needing my gun.
Vito Monopoli 300,000+ like you out there! Not only that, but perps or would-be perps seem to develop a 6th sense about who is not to be triffled with. That extra confidence the trump card gives often makes trouble look elsewhere without a word or an action.
When I was trucking I had to stop at a rest area in Kentucky at like 3am. I noticed a couple cars, one of them had fogged windows. But I really, REALLY had to take a crap. I figured there's a chance it just might be some kids. Went into the empty men's room, did my business quickly, and came out of the stall as 2 latino guys came in and just stood there blocking the door. I told them to get the fuck away from the door and displayed then exited. Only time I ever had to do something like that. I can't imagine driving over the road these days.
Something very similar happened to my wife a couple of months back. Funny how such a small piece of lead can make people change their minds (and their drawers) so fast.
You're the type of guy that would of made a few informative VHS training videos years ago, yet couldn't show people all your knowledge and experience Glad we live in modern day so you can tell anyone anything You could make a video about pissing with a gun (Alot of people forget their gun in Bathrooms) and inform people on what they need to know Thankyou for making videos
I almost left my gun in a public restroom on top of the toilet paper dispenser. To remedy that potential mistake I never set it down. If I have to move it I stuff it in my pocket.
I've watched every single one of your videos, I even got my mom to watch one and when I clicked pause thinking she was getting bored she wanted to keep watching. She hasn't ever fired a gun! Maybe you just have that effect on ladies. Your videos are priceless information for real gun enthusiasts who care about real results. Your honesty is brutal and that's the best part!
Your actually..the best for me, extremely reasonable minded..not much ego and you let known this is what works for me and push independent experience for personal choice. This Chanel is appreciated.
I used to be an over the road truck driver. I had pre paid legal service just in case I needed them because trucks are "80,000 pound death machines." Now that I am not driving, I let it lapse. It will be a good plan to reinstate my account so I can have an attorney on retainer. It is kind of like legal insurance. Thank you Paul for your videos. I have learned a lot, and your presentation is great. No issues with a speach impediment that I can see, and the pauses don't bother me, I'm a trekky!
I was a cop for 30 years and involved in three on duty shootings. First one fired one time, second one was a gunfight in a parking lot and I fired 12 rounds. The final one fired three shots. In retirement I carry a .380 w/a spare mag and call it good but I no longer go in harm’s way.
Old Cop if I ate I cream too fast and my head starts hurting isn't that assault from the bucket of icecream so am I allowed to shoot it to prevent it from hurting me agian?
I like my bg380 for deep carry so small no excuse to leave it behind but effective enough with the 95grn ball round not too many people who get shot the first bullet and wait for more shots to confirm its a non effective caliber once they start internal bleed and blood starts flowing from the heart because blood loss in the wound channel terminal shock sets in heart rapid beats to pump more blood then fails because it's dry pumping Just air in there then he will be thinking about how ineffective a 380 was which the answer will come at the end damped icecream I don't trust eating it anymore
Guns don't kill people ginnea pigs do so don't get one they are sneaky little bastards mine took my credit card and bought 80 dollars worth of corn and sunflower seeds from amazon. Then over bid a t ginnea pig habitat on ebay the kind with all the tubes and exorcize wheels. Hired a guy to put a run in all the rooms throughout the house with an opening by the refrigerator doors danced pigs see if I get one again
Heed my warning all don't get one they also gang u and invite their gang buddy's over and leave tiny footprints everywhere and don't trust them around your toothbrush no need to explain
Sometimes I think I've thought of everything. But Paul helps me realize otherwise. I really appreciate you're videos man. (And that's from a newer generation of Army Infantryman). Thanks Paul!
In most situations he who "rats" first does best. That person gets to frame set the whole situation and the other person has to try and change that. I find a lot of people take first impressions are the most lasting a little to seriously. Instead of seeing it as a flaw they make snap judgement based on the first thing they hear and will dig in their heels. LEOs are no different than anyone else except they have arrest powers and carry all kinds of weapons. So they are just as susceptible to this sort of thing but can be a lot more dangerous if they do.
@Det Nine“ The problem with that is that an armed citizenry has NEVER prevented a tyrannical government from taking over.” - Go ask George Washington. Go check the Independence War.
@Det Nine I'm more then happy to go through the effort to get a permit cause i'm not some country-ass yahoo who just likes to run around with his boom-boom stick and yeet-cannon incase he gotta go boogaloo when security asks him to leave the building which infringes on his constitutional right to do whatever he wants whenever he want, can't tell you what amendment that is, probably the fourth-they say, cause they stopped paying attention after the first two. Guns should be taken seriously, or they should be taken away. And when they come to take our guns it wont because some California leftist thinks they're scary looking it'll be because people like us didn't reign in the community's bullshit.
@Det Nine Firstly, I agree with much of what you've wrote. However, I'd like to raise a few relatively minor points in no particular order. 1.) I think you're underestimating the effectiveness of militias (and guerilla warfare more generally) in the Revolutionary War. Particularly in the Western theater fought in the frontier areas of the Northwest Territories, as well as Tennessee and Kentucky. The battles and raids conducted there were almost entirely fought by militias, and most of the forts were garrisoned by militias as well. I don't want to get too far into the weeds on the Revolutionary War in the RUclips comments section, but suffice to say militias played a far bigger tactical role than many people realize. 2.) I would argue that 5% of casualties being the result of small arms fire in the Iraq war is not a particularly insignificant figure, and in line with most wars fought in the 20th century. One small point would also be that, with the legalization of firearms comes access to effective--though perhaps not cutting edge--explosive material like black powder, for one example. 3.) It is no coincidence that repressive regimes heavily restrict firearm ownership among their citizenry once they have the power to do so. Indeed, Hitler himself wrote, in the spring or summer of 1942, "The most foolish mistake we could possibly make would be to allow the subjugated races to possess arms. History shows that all conquerors who have allowed their subjugated races to carry arms have prepared their own downfall by so doing...I would go so far as to say that the supply of arms to the underdogs is a sine qua non for the overthrow of any sovereignty. So let’s not have any native militia or native police." Whether Hitler was actually right or not is of course debatable, but it is quite telling that the leader of Nazi party felt it unwise to allow the Jews and other undesirables to be armed. Is it a coincidence that Syria no longer issues weapons permits in the midst of its civil war? Is it a coincidence that North Korea disallows private gun ownership(though a period of service in the armed forces is compulsory for all males)? Is it a coincidence that in China private citizens are not allowed to possess firearms? And what of Soviet Russia of the 1920s-50s (and after for that matter)? All firearms were confiscated, with the brief exception of smoothbore hunting shotguns. Interesting to note that the Communist Party allowed its members ownership of one firearm, either a rifle or pistol, and this facilitated the assassination of Stalin's good friend and ally Sergei Kirov by Nikolaev and his Nagant revolver in 1934. Rumors linking Sergei's death to Stalin aside, you can't deny that "small arms" were wildly effective in that case...
As someone who taught the firearm course needed to obtain a CCW license in the state of Florida, I found this video an awesome, must see for anyone who plans to carry a concealed weapon. Very sound advice.
I just got my cc and you were the first guy I came to because I’ve learned so much from you in the past. There were a whole lot of things I didn’t consider until I saw this video. Keep kicking ass Paul you’re the fuckin man.
Great advice as always. As a cop I know what you meant by "highly trained professionals." No offense taken. The truth is not all cops are equally trained and it's true that the first person who calls 911 is usually thought to be the victim.
That's much easier said than done. Every situation an officer deals with is different so training has to be somewhat generalized to try to cover as much as possible. Things are changing and it usually takes an unfortunate event to get that to happen. I think officers are getting more prepared for ambushes and other attacks.
As a LEO I'm not required to have a permit to carry concealed in the United States however when I am carrying concealed I am required to carry my authorized secondary or off duty weapon, badge and department ID card. Just to cover myself more I carry a copy of bill HR218 which permits a LEO to carry concealed anywhere in the United States. Been a few times I've had to show it or ask for a supervisor to show it to. Not everyone belongs in law enforcement. I have noticed that LEOs who went to college to become LEOs are a little more uptight than those of us who have military backgrounds. Sadly in this day and age LEOs are considered guilty until proven innocent where as civilians are innocent until proven guilty. So as in the case of shootings our name and picture is kicked around so much in the mud that we spend the rest of our career suing for liable/slander statements, move else where or change careers even after our actions are proven to be appropriate. That has also had an effect on the way LEOs perform their duties and/or hesitate to perform their duties. In light of the bad press we have been getting as well as lawsuit happy nation we have become I have also heard about insurance now for people incase they shoot someone, a civil lawsuit is brought against them and the jury awards a verdict for them to pay the plantiff the insurance company covers it. Definitely something else to consider. Now if you have never been on trial or testified in court watch the movie "Let's go to prison". Sadly that is the example of what a jury will be like for you.
+Grizzly Country could you elaborate on the attitudes of military vs non military LEO's? I'm a college grad applying for LEO jobs. I'd like to be able to Integrate into Leo culture as smoothly as possible.
grizzly country you are so right. we have too many gun laws preventing the good people from carrying for their and other people's protection. I never charged anyone with a gun crime unless they were actually using it in the crime or were carrying while committing another crime. majority of the gun laws are UNCONSTITUTIONAL
+Digitize49 wish I could change things cause you are so right. It's not the justice system that was intended long ago. All I can do is change what I can and push fellow officers to do the right thing. However, being a former criminal myself, which allot of officers have not been, I understand both sides very well and we have major problems on BOTH sides......It's gonna take WE THE PEOPLE to fix it.
I understand your sentiments with being humble but guys like you and clint smith have a degree of experience and wisdom that most ppl would benefit from listening to and heading their advice. Love the videos thank you
"I could bore you for an hour with anecdotes" ? Not a chance. We would all sit in rapt attention as long as you wanted to talk. You are a superb teacher.
Julian 3 He's amazing. Best gun educator I've seen since discovering Iraqiveteran and Hickock45 years ago.
I never talk bout it. During the war...
I don't think he's edgy enough.
He should shave his head, grow his facial hair out and yell into the camera about how shitty X gun is and how good Y gun is and how he knows this because of his service as a super-specops badass.
I know I wouldn't mind listening to stories. Paul sure seems to have a lot of them... almost a scary amount.
The people that would bitch about being educated do NOT belong here in the first place!! I personally LOVE hearing true stories on this topic. As it helps me tailor my training and actions. Everyone will tell ya that “if it were them, they would have done such n so”. But they are FULL OF SHIT!! No one knows what an armed robbery is like until they have experienced and armed robbery. And even then, ALL of them are different!! A robber isn’t going to come in while you’re in your “fighting clothes and holding your pistol aimed at the door, waiting for him!!! I assure you ALL of that!! They ALWAYS get the drop on you, come when you LEAST expect it, and you’re at your most vulnerable!! The absolute best way to be ready is to study REAL events and practice, practice practice.....even practice what you will say to 911. Bc ANYTHING that is not muscle memory WILL go out the window in the heat of that stressful moment!!
I heard that Paul sleeps with a pillow under his gun.
In Russia gun is pillow
Paul has an affair with a gun
Paul is the gun
@@hockeytownluv2012 Da, you not need pillow.
the bad guys guns jam when they see Paul
Just watching this video from a few years ago so I can remember Paul when he was well. He just passed a few days ago and I'm feeling sad . like I lost a close friend. He was such a great guy. Gone way too soon.
Hickok45 has been my go to for entertainment and firearm knowledge. Go figure the first video of Paul’s I was ever recommended was “I’m dead.” Grateful to have the opportunity to get to know him via the video backlog. Seems like a real standup guy
Above all else, Paul was a very humble and very well-educated man. I just wish he would have spent more time rambling on for hours on end.
Never miss a chance to tell someone you care. Might not get another chance.
2 years ago i nearly lost my wife 6 times due to one bad procedure.
@@michaelkaiser1864 Very true. When we are young everything seems to be in slow motion. Once we are on the back side of 50 our world can and does change in a in an instant. Putting things off for another day is not a good idea. If your OK today then today is the day to do the things you need to do.
Algorithm is throwing them in my feed like crazy since his passing.
A newly hired employee where I work, who represented himself as a gun enthusiast, turned me into the police after I was just 'showing' him the guns that I carry. He obviously wanted to get me fired, so he told police I assaulted him with the guns by pointing them at him (not true). Cost me a year probation and about 10k in fines and lawyer's fees, luckily didn't get jail time. Trust no one !
Wtf that’s insane...
I'd go back and to the exact thing you were charged with, double jeopardy...
@@jasonpanto what do you mean by that?
@@jasonpanto Double Jeopardy wouldn't apply under these circumstances. They were apparently found guilty on the first alleged offense. Going back and doing it again would be a new crime. e.g. : You can't beat the sh*t out of someone once, then get found guilty of assault, and then beat the sh*t out of that same person again every day after that and never get in trouble again. ... It's a new crime each time.
@@j.p.2494 Some people need to be taught a lesson in honesty. It might not be "right", but it sure is effective. Western justice, partner.
I love how Paul throws all his friends under the bus in every video so that we can learn from the anecdotes
Rafterman Howard lol but he’s always kind enough to change their names
What kind of freinds is that, LOL, more like people he knows.I dont think he has real friends that act like this.
Anyway makes for good subject matter when you are trying to teach a topic.
Poor Joe must not watch these videos.
I didn't get the impression Joe was a close friend, if at all.
Sounds like something one of Paul's "friends" would say.........
I've watched like 12 videos of his so far and I haven't noticed a "speech impediment" yet.... you're too hard on yourself man!
I was thinking the same thing. If he wants to see speech impediments,
he should visit north Florida. I can understand basic Hungarian better
then I can understand what ever language they speak around here.
Plus, most of the men mumble and turn away from you when they talk.
Then they get ticked when you ask them to repeat themselves.
If anything, Paul's being incredibly articulate. Easily one of the more informative and useful firearms channels on youtube.
He probably has a speech impediment but has taken speech classes to mitigate it.... this is probably part of why he enunciates clearly.
he says his why and what like stewie trying to piss off Brian in family guy
Dry humor
I respect this guy’s humility. Says a lot about a man.
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I was going to say that as well. It's quite refreshing.
What humility? OML guys arrogant as anything
If more non gun owners saw that Paul Harrell is the guy so many of us look up to and go to for advice as well as the wisdom behind it I think the negative stereotypes would change. He’s like Mr. Rogers for situations where the usual Mr. Rogers methods aren’t applicable.
Bahahahaha
Going to miss this guy. Who else is watching his back catalogue?
His primo vids are popping up in my feed at the moment. Idon't know how the algorithm works but it's doing good stuff with Paul's videos at the moment.
I could go on for hoursssss about how much I miss him already
I m I started at his 1st and I'm currently watching them in order and now on this one
me
Stop being so negative
He WILL beat this and will be back
"Shoot with your phone and take a selfie with your gun."
Gives a whole new meaning to the old advertising campaign of the point and shoot camera.
That was brilliant lol
I just wish more Liberals would mix up their phone/gun...then their stupid ass selfies would help Make America Great Again!
Made me burst out laughing with how he delivered that line. 🤣👌
I lol'ed when Harrell said that!
That was a Darwin Award one year; guy was sound asleep and his bedside phone rang....he answered his gun which was on the nightstand next to the phone. Don't know if it really happened but The Darwin Awards are usually true and even it not, they're fun reading.
Rip to a legend. Even after his passing he’s still delivering amazing and important life advice to millions
viewing public: Paul's videos are based
Paul: **based on what**
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That comment hade me laugh way too much!
@@douglasusrey997 fuck off zealot
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This presentation was my introduction to Paul Harrell. I've been subbed ever since. It's going to be strange not getting new presentations from him.
RIP
This was my very first Paul Harrel video as well. Had no idea at the time just how much I'd cherish his character. RIP
"Whoever calls the cops first wins." My dad told me that back in the 1960's - and yes, we had phones back then, although carrier pigeon was perhaps more reliable - it was true then, and nothing has changed.
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So from what im understanding is that we have to shoot to kill so the criminals don't get a chance to make that call. Honestly im all for it.
That’s what I love about apple the emergency 🆘 call feature just tap the power button rapidly and it calls 911 even when your adrenaline is pumping and you lose fine motor skills you can tap rapidly without swiping or typing!
Possibly trumped only by a hysterical female sidekick at the scene,
Sadly, even in a two car accident, if the cop talks to the ones at fault first and they blame you for when they damn well know they caused it, the cop believes them if they seem honest even when they don’t have proof and it’s up to you to have the proof with a dash cam video that you weren’t at fault.
I was stoped by two police officers, one was talking to the other person who stated I pulled a gun on her. I asked the one officer who was talking to me, to ask the other officer who was questioning the woman "What color was my gun?". He radioed back that it was 'Sliver Looking', mine was 'Black & Red' it was a cordless drill that I was in the process of putting it in the back seat of my truck.
Lynn Baker insane
But.......... But............ Women don't lie.
We're just supposed to believe them.
stop pointing guns at people
Anecdote 1 :Going from Montreal to Newfounland,Canada in January 2010.The boarding agent wanted to seize my rivet gun(zip gun),Saying that it looks like a gun.If everyone would have an introduction to handguns,there would be less or none of these situation.But ,I realized the boarding agent had the eyes of the passenger.
But onces,I got seized snap caps(9 mm,45 acp) for IPSC practice.When they closed my lane,checking the colours on their screen,it popped in my mind that there must be traces of powder...I argued to police officer:you know difference between real ammos and snap caps.She answered back:we seize whatever they tell us to seize.I missed the plane.Those 2 situations were for overhead luggage
I will definitely buy a pink Glock.
The race to call 9-1-1: As a child, I would race my sister home from school so I could tell my mother MY version of events. (Due to credibility issues, it never worked.)
As a John Grisham reader I tell you never talk to your mother without a drunk uncle present.
I did the same with the same results. 🤦🏻♂️
So has every kid with siblings???? You want a participation medal?
:-D
He is such a "reality check". I would listen to his common-sense dialog just to stay grounded in reality regardless of topic. RUclips needs more like him!
Young Harell carried mace as a child and I find that amazing
Dionysus although not terribly surprising...😉
Not if you knew where he grew up. '
I carry mace and a firearm. DPS Black Label fogger and Pepper Enforcement splatter stream. Carry an HK P30 as a firearm. Cant blame Harrel for doing it. Active Self Protection guy does it too
Did he grow up in a bad area? I'd find that shocking because he always looked like a Colorado type guy to me
Just one? I find that Amazing (with a cap A).
As a cop, things I agree with fully:
Gun And Reasonable amount of Ammo.
Knowing a Lawyer, like he said if you happen to have that sort of money, retain one, otherwise at least ask around about who's a good one and meet him/her at least once.
Flashlight.
And a Couple of notes about the other two:
Camera: Expect to have it taken. And if it is, don't start a fight over it, that's what your lawyer is for. Investigators are going to seize ALL the possible evidence they can get their hands on, and photos and videos are USDA Choice Evidence. Just ask for a receipt and a copy of the Search Warrant and give those to your attorney.
Phone: It's rather unfortunate that the world we live in has gotten to that point. As a professional, I pride myself on being able to figure out what's really going on before jumping, and I'd say I'm right 9 times out of 10 or so. Yes, the waters will get murky if the suspect calls first. No, you shouldn't be randomly having guns in your face for no reason, but stupid cops do happen. And if the cop isn't a moron they'll be able to figure out something about what has actually happened before they start moving forward.
And finally, some associated wisdom if you're involved in a Citizen Involved Shooting (taken from what we do when we're involved in an Officer Involved Shooting, with some modifications):
1) If it's safe to do so, call 911, tell them you've been involved in a shooting. Tell them what you're wearing! Give a suspect description if they've fled, or your best guesstimate of their medical condition if they're down. TELL THEM WHAT YOU'RE WEARING! All the shouting is because if I'm responding, I want to know which party is armed, and I want to know which party is likely not going to be blasting rounds at me and I can work with. In a lot of states, guns are actually pretty common things for cops to bump into, we just like to know who's got them, makes things simple.
2) When the Cops Pull Up, if your weapon isn't already holstered or secured somewhere, put the damned thing down. And stand there with your hands very visible until they do what they're going to do. They're going to seize the weapon, and pat you down at a minimum. Depending on agency policy and on-scene manpower, they might handcuff you and/or put you in the back of the car. It's called investigative detention....it sucks, but you're not under arrest just because it happens.
3) Exercise your Miranda Rights. Give them identifying information, but you don't have to talk about what happened. If I'm in a shooting, I'm calling my attorney (FOP or PBA respectively).....I'm not offended if you want to call yours.
4) Don't ask dumbass questions. Things like: "Am I being detained" or "Am I free to go" are just going to piss off the cops and do you absolutely no good. You were just involved in a SHOOTING. NO you're not free to go. YES you're being detained. There is a 'reasonable time' bit attached, but that's not something I could teach a citizen in a 30 minute video....let your Attorney do that arguing for you, ask for a bottle of water until he shows up, and relax, you're going to be either on the scene or at the PD for at least the next 2 hours.
Ultimately, don't panic. If you were justified in doing it, then unless you live in certain moronic states (or countries), you'll be exonerated. You actually WANT the mess to go through a full investigation, and then a Grand Jury hearing. Because you're GOING TO GET SUED by some ambulance chaser out to get that tweaker's family a million dollars. And nothing will help you in that suit more than an investigation that cleared you, and a NO BILL from the Grand Jury. As a Cop, I want any serious Use of Force incident to go through the DA's Office or Grand Jury.....gives my lawyer something to get me 'summary judgement' in the lawsuit....which is civil court speak for 'thrown out'.
I guessed wrong, I thought for sure he was going to say fingers. Having five fingers is really useful when firing pistols, and its surprisingly difficult to do it without. Tounging the trigger for example puts your nose dangerously close to the slide.
DumbDuck44 wtf lol
Thank-you your information. I agree on the points you made.
Question; (Simplified), here in Florida the law reads that Law Enforcement has valid reason to keep your firearm under two circumstances.
1). It was used in commiting a crime.
2). It was the "Fruitful gain". in a crime or crimes.Re: 2). This being it was rounded up in things a crook had, correct?
I understand "procedure", check ballistics, serial number, etc.
There are times here when a civilian aided a LEO, shot the bad guy, and his firearm was handed back to him.
What is your opinion, if you don't mind sharing it on this issue!
Happy New Year!
Be well, Be safe!
@@BoopSnoot hence the term, "slide bite." Haha
Biggest IF in the world- ..." if the cop isnt a moron"...
The phone call to the police it's a must! There was this time I was at this neighborhood representative election meeting, and this guy lost, against the guy I was backing. Well, things turned ugly, and I decided to leave. The guy that lost came after me with his son and wife screaming and yelling saying everything they could to pick a fight. But, since I'm a mixed martial artist, and in pretty good shape( the guy that lost the election, is like 70 years old). I remained calm and just kept walking. Then I heard the guy telling his 18 year old kid to hit me, at that moment I turned around and his lady bounce off my chest. I raised my open hands and told the kid if he try anything I would hurt him. At that time they froze and back down. So I kept walking and got to my house. Then I took my phone and call the police to make a complaint about harrassment, they took down the information and I sat down to watch tv. 20 minutes later a police car show up. And I open the door and said, finally what took you so long. The cop looked at me confused and told me that they came to bring a citation since my neighbor had made a complaint against me, because I just had assaulted his wife. Well, it took me a lawyer, Four hundred bucks and a day in court to get the stupid charge dismissed...
Definitely make that call as soon as possible, even take video if you can...
So, I'll second the thing about the phone and pics/video if possible. My own story in brief. I'm in the middle of getting a divorce. Had to meet my ex to cash a check that had come to her at what used to be our address. It had both of our names on it, requiring us to both be present with ID and sign it to cash it and take our respective portions. So it comes to me as a heads up from our middle child that my ex is bringing a second party along whom I know to be hostile against me as a measure that I "keep myself under control" because she knows I carry. So I just rolled my video recorder when I arrived and made no secret that I was doing so and even stated why. Of course they both insisted I stop immediately because they didn't consent to be video taped and I told them tough luck, in this state there is no 2 party consent. I can record all I want. If not for that video, which I immediately emailed myself after leaving as a back-up, they might very well have gotten their portion of the money then tried to call and report I had pointed my gun at them and tried to take it. For all I know, that video and their knowledge of it may be why I'm not in jail and my gun confiscated even though no such thing happened. It wouldn't be the first time she called the cops on me with a fraudulent story.
antonio pabon yup. Video and pics saved us in court, too.
Only $400???
@@junior4900 , maybe it took place in the 1960s.
Maybe he had a coupon
I personally would very much like to see a presentation about the aftermath of a citizen involved shooting that covers calling 911, documenting the scene, and interacting with first responders in depth. I feel like the subject doesn't get enough attention during discussions about personal protection/concealed carry, and I'd like to hear Paul's take on it based on his experiences.
Masaad Ayoob on Wilson Combat channel has this exact video. Paul is humble enough to not rewrite Shakespear.
Call 911, "I shot so-&-so in self defense, send an ambulance." Then stfu and "lawyer, lawyer, lawyer" until case is through/closed. If you don't, you could end up in prison for a LONG time.
**he mentions this at the end of the video pretty much
@thorman944 I was about to say the exact same thing!
As a 911 dispatcher I only ask: once you call me, talk to ME. Don't keep arguing with the other person. Don't tell your story to everyone who shows up. Talk to ME. I need information in the order I ask it. If I am sending officers then I need to know who's who and what's happening so officers know what to look for as they come flying in full of adrenaline.
Also, Know where you are! Don't assume technology will work or that we have a crystal ball.
Be safe out there.
Edit: and remember - every call is recorded, so consider how your call will sound to a jury.
Excellent Eric
Too frequently 911 dispatchers are extremely dumb. They ask way too many absolutely irrelevant things, and when COPS arrive they are usually still ABSOLUTELY clueless.
@@borisgetman9222 How do you know what questions are relevant or irrelevant? They may ask many questions for which you don't understand the purpose but that doesn't mean they're stupid questions. As with the writing we asked The Who, what, when, where, and if time permits we might ask the why. If people would spend less time arguing with us the calls would take a lot less time. Some people just want to scream into the phone to just send the cops now and they're so busy arguing with us they don't bother telling us where to send them.
Eric Redbear I am obviously not a 911 operator, but a 37-year-old Family Medicine doctor with a pretty good general common sense. If a woman comes to me with sore throat, and I ask her to perform pelvic exam there is a 99.9% chance that she will seriously doubt my behavior (even if she absolutely no formal medical training). Likewise, I don’t need to be a 911 operator to understand relevance or irrelevance of certain questions being asked when situation is critical, and distracting myself to answer dumb curiosity questions is not a good idea. I have no doubt that you have to deal with plenty of anxious, unintelligent and irrational individuals on a daily basis, but I still believe in what I said in my prior comment.
@@nathanielcohen9890 sorry to hear you had that experience. She must have been working off of a protocol and is required to give instructions otherwise she might end up getting written up. She shouldn't have been screaming in your ear but the protocol does ask that whoever is doing the CPR count out loud so we can make sure that you're using proper rhythm. If you were a doctor obviously you know what you're doing, however you are a very rare exception and that communicator could have recognized your expertise and allowed you to do the work you were doing. Being on the end of the phone we cannot know what is happening unless we hear it for ourselves so we can update our responders. I'm not excusing her demeanor only explaining our side of the story. And thank you for what you do!
I'm not an attorney but maybe Wayne Parker can weigh in. This is what I have heard from defense attorneys.1. Be careful of what you post on social media. I mean, avoid racial slurs, promotion of violence or posing with your guns.2. The funny sign on your front door that's has a picture of a gun and says "We don't dial 911" or "Due to the price of ammo, no warning shots will be fired", yeah take that down if you have it.3. Tricking your gun out with things like Punisher skulls and packing "Zombie Slayer" ammo, get rid of it. As a best practice, if your gun functions with it, try to stick with ammo that is approved for Law Enforcement agencies or does not have extreme titles in the name. I love the R.I.P. ammo but listen to how that sounds to a jury. "R.I.P"!!! That is the only reason I don't carry it. I know it stands for "Radically Invasive Projectile" But it could also seem "Rest In Peace" to a jury.All these things can really come back to bite you if you ever go to trial. Remember, you have to show the jury that you are a good, reasonable, non violent guy. Not someone that is a racist, gun obsessed, blood thirsty person just looking to shoot a criminal. Pictures of your gun and ammo WILL be shown to the jury by the prosecutor. The last thing you want them to see is a $500 Glock with $1,000 of cosmetic work with a punisher skull or smiley face back plate. If you think I'm full of B.S., realize that not all jurors agree with the second amendment and some may actually dislike gun owners. Don't give them a reason to dislike you more than they already might.
survivalguy fyi lol funny that this day and age the first thing you had to put was avoiding racial slurs
footba11fan41ife I know. It’s sad but true. The really frustrating part is if your a minority they seem to turn a blind eye. If your white, they’ll throw the book at you. The media said a few weeks ago that we should ban “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas” because they said the song was racist! Really!!! The song is referencing snow, not white people. Stupid!
Dogman; never thought of it like that. What pisses me off is, didn’t whites liberate them from Nazi camps? Oh well. We never get any thanks no matter how many soldiers we lose saving other countries. France hates us. We have thousands of soldiers buried in their beaches. It didn’t take China but about 6 years to forget that we absolutely saved them from Japan, when they marched 1 million soldiers against us in Korea. I’m sick of helping countries that turn around and stab us in the back.
Dogman you’re response is very telling of the original post. You do you.
survivalguy fyi it wasn’t just white people that served in the European and Asian theaters so there’s that.
I never knew about the "race to call 911", but it makes perfect sense. Why haven't all the tacticool experts told me about this before?
Thanks for the information!
Wade O'Dell that was new to me too. Waved a crackhead off with a sidearm once but never had to call 911 preemptively. Ill remember this bit of advice for sure. Thanks Paul.
Because not many of those tacticool guys were involved in a self defense shooting that involved the law busting their balls.
Chad K
I think you would want to frame it differently, not "I brandished a gun at a guy." Rather, "hey there is a guy on x and y streets that tried to rob me but I stopped with my legally carried firearm and before I could arrest him he fled". The first rule of lawfare is anything you say will be used against you, make your statements as self serving as possible.
You just learned about it. Your question reveals more bout you.
Remember: if you pull any weapon on anyone for any reason, you just committed assault. Period. Whether it was justifiable, is the question. I can't stipulate this any clearer and my students are generally completely unaware of use of force laws prior to class. Call the police and file a complaint against your attacker because someone else tried to victimize you or did.
6:45
>be me
>mugger comes up and asks for my wallet
>unload my FN on him
>mfw giving him my wallet would have been cheaper
i get it!
Gold!
america...
also >greentexting on youtube
You know as funny as this comment is it is very true. Every bullet we carry has our entire life worth tied to it. We must protect not engage wildly.
I mean same I never have money on me
Rewatched, just now. I never tire of Paul’s anecdotes! He will (and is) be truly missed. ✝️🙏🏻❤️
"Hasty tactical withdrawl"
My specialty.
My ladies 6 months in. Not a master of the craft
The Joestar Family technique.
@@Alfenium was this video a Jojo's reference?
@@MrKittycat1337 "iS tHiS a JoJo'S rEfErEnCe?" How you drooling weeaboos sound everytime I see this dumb comment
@@VBCVeryBigChannel oh wow a guy is triggered on the internet how new.
Why not just idk, not be mad bro?
God bless you Paul Harrell. I hope the beauty and wonder of your everlasting journey is happiness beyond what a man can process.
1:26 Interesting to watch this 6 years later, especially when he talks about us asking his background and expertise. That seems strange now, as after all these years, most are quite familiar with Paul's videos and his background.
Paul is quite accurate on the criminal attempting to turn it around that he is the victim and you are the bad guy. Ancient history ago, my little brother's bike was stolen from our garage. We filed a report with the police and by chance, we found it. The kid had a big mouth at school, so we went to his house, the dad told us to get lost, and called the police that we were trying to steal "his" bike. The cops were putting us in the car when finally another cop shows up and says, "yes, they have filed a police report that the bike is stolen" so they let us go.
The cops did not take the bike and did not give it back to us.
We had to wait a few days, the kid thought it was safe, and so when he rode it to the park, we applied some justice and took the bike back.
You could get away with that back then.
More recent but still PM (pre-marriage), the landlady shows up, starts tearing down the fence, throwing stuff around, claiming I have damaged her house. I tell my girlfriend to call 911 and stay on the phone until they get there while I take photos. As the landlady begins leaving, cops show up, she tells them she is the owner, that I am trashing the house, and THAT SHE CALLED THE POLICE.
I tell them that WE called them and that my girlfriend was still on the phone with 911, which 911 confirmed.
Otherwise, the cops would have hauled me off instead of telling her she needed to leave.
It was pre-cellphone days so I don't know how she called them in my driveway.
ALWAYS be the first to call the cops.
As usual, great video, Paul
I just saw your comment.
Very good points.
I only stumbled upon this channel by accident today. Started binge watching. I was a small arms instructor in the Air Force back during Vietnam, training mostly military cops. (SP's) In later life, I was/am a newspaper photographer and (pre-digital cameras and cell phones) Police photographer. What Paul is saying here makes absolute sense! The most reasonable advice I've seen on RUclips. Period. Thanks for doing a service.
So, a silver medalist. Didn't want to go for the gold like the Vietcong?
@@thisismagacountry1318 >>> The deck was stacked in their favor....
This video reminds me of when I took the required firearm safety class prior to getting my CCL . To be honest, I felt I didn't need the class, I had grew up with/around firearms, and was ex-military to boot. Was I ever so wrong! my instructor was in law enforcement, he didn't say in what way, but I could tell, he knew what he was talking about. The firearm safety part, I pretty much knew, (again grew up around guns) but it was the legal part, how I should act what I should do (or not do).....that was things I never considered. It was a course worth taken, and am glad I got the instructor I did.
Thanks for the video.
It sounds like your instructor lives in a fantasy world. Ex Law Enforcement & Ex Military people in training roles or similar that aren't forthcoming about their previous history and experience are doing this to hide the fact that if they did serve, it was from behind a desk.
BatCaveOz thanks for the reply, but I respectfully disagree. I've been around the block a time or two,and can tell if someone is BS'ing me or not. My instructor didn't brag, but only stated he had been in law enforcement.
@@BatCaveOz . Why is there always some asshole that questions others and makes snide comments to random people for no obvious reason ? Those people really suck dont they. I guess some people have some personal issues, insecurity, small penis, low IQ. You know issues like that.
@@BatCaveOz Regardless of how someone serves, they still served. EVERY position has a purpose, and without "that person" doing "that job", it as a whole, would move slower or not at all. I know plenty of people who served and do not brag about what they did. Some, just do not want to relive it.
@This world is on the edge I am sorry you feel that way. But, I myself, know soldiers, firefighters, EMTs, police officers who are not fillers. They actually do matter. They serve their communities. They are not fillers of any kind in my eyes. They matter to me! Best of luck to you! Have a wonderful night.
Your years-old videos are just as relevant as yesterday's videos. Thank you for educating us
Still relevant 2/15/2023. Being confined to a mobility scooter, I use a shoulder holster since it is the ONLY easily accessible position for me, and concealable under a sports coat. And, I carry a 17+1 Beretta on the right side in the shoulder holster (left handed), and two extra loaded 17 round mags on the left side. Now I agree with Mr. Harrell I don't need that much ammo, and it is way more ammo than I hope to ever need. However, using a shoulder holster, the weight of the two extra mags help counterbalance the weight of the full size Beretta. So, in some cases, the extra mags are more for ease and comfort... than extra ka-booms.
16:00 - When I was taking my pistol training courses our trainer, part of the local police department, advised us against using weapon mounted lights entirely. (Again, this is his opinion but it seems reasonable and similar to points your brought up.) His reasoning was that it encourages you to point your gun at what you want to light up and they'd had safety issues caused by that even during the police department's training. He didn't say they were useless but he thought it took some time and training to use them correctly and that your time would be better spent to learn one-handed shooting techniques instead since those have more utility such as if you have to carry something or you're injured. (He wasn't a big fan of bracing the pistol against the hand holding the flashlight either. Something about the crossing of the hands in your field of vision causing people to make mistakes under stress.)
Also to be honest 99.99% of time you'll get more use out of the pocket flashlight than the handgun. You're gonna need to illuminate something dark a lot more than you'll need to shoot anything. You get a good quality flashlight you can shine that thing out of your car window to see an address in the dark.
@@luxuryxcoffin On a rifle or shotgun but not on his pistols.
Every know anyone who used the scope on their rifle for general viewing because they considered also carrying binocs redundant?
you can always point you light at the ground or ceiling if inside to illuminate the room
my pistol is my home defense weapon and if someone breaks into my house at 3 AM and its pitch black, i'm the one going to have vision
The point about having your lawyers cards and keeping your mouth shut should be #1 as they are the most important imo.
Superb video! You have a new sub.
Thanks.
What about Philando Castille?
What about the deaf and stupid SOB?
"What about Philando Castille?" Very valid point! The NRA walked away from that question, too. This is why I walked away from the NRA. If I ever join another gun rights group, it'll be GOA (Gun Owners of America.)
+posting id ...USCCA
It's readily apparent you've had a successful career of public speaking. Not many people can speak continuously for almost twenty minutes and get all of their points across in a succinct way while still bringing in anecdotes and other colorful oration tools without glazing the audience's eyes over. On the subject of the speech impediment you mention in multiple videos, I honestly cannot discern it from someone simply mentally choosing words while speaking (if the occasional, not lengthy enough to be Shatner-esque pauses are what you're referring to). Great work, and thank you for producing such thoroughly informative videos!
Thanks. I took some speaking classes in college and I had very good instructors.
Shatner rocks, and I've tried to emulate his . . . cadence all . . . mylife.
had to laugh at the ... Shatner reference - good one ! - Ah ha - i replied before i watched the video - did no know he mentioned it before you did
After hearing the statement many times so far, I am now awaiting the hour-long videos of anecdotes from Paul's life that he thinks would bore us to death. I would watch most anything he feels is worth talking about with rapt attention.
Vince Dibona I think massad ayoob is good on this topic as well.
No shit,right?
It’s amazing when you realize that someone is the real deal, you’re ready to listen the absolutely everything man to say.
Because clearly any experience this guy has is relevant in someway or another.
Him and Clint Smith... The smooth uncle, and the not so smooth one, both are brilliant, and the real thing.
I Know Right! his stories and experience are not boring whatsoever. I watched one of his 30 minute videos all the way through and had no clue how long it had been. His videos are awesome
1. I carry a spare magazine because it comforts me to do so.
2. I know from unfortunate personal experience that the first person to call the cops usually "wins". Even when that's the person who created the life-threatening situation in the first place. And yes, I went to jail. 180 Days, 150 suspended. (And no, I didn't have to shoot the other guy because his behavior changed radically when I pointed my gun at him.)
3. I learned my lesson from #2 and twenty something years later, when I needed to show my gun to someone else who came about 0.5 seconds from getting shot, I called the cops IMMEDIATELY. That situation ended with me telling my side to a sheriff's deputy while sitting in his front passenger seat. Still armed, by the way, and with his full knowledge and permission. All because I called 911 first and stayed on the phone with them until the deputy showed up, making me the good guy by default.
4 & 5. I can't honestly say that I carry a flashlight on me, nor do I plan to. Unless you count my iPhone. The lawyer thing is probably a good idea though and I really should do that.
Yea boi. Do the lawyer thing. Take a recommended out to lunch, buying them their food, if you're not comfortable w/n 45 min, move on. Do it again. You'll have some nice lunches. I'm fortunate, we have ours. Not everyone else has been, you get fortunate, then hand them some grease money ($100's) and write a check for retainer, refresh the retainer with a small sum ($150 for us) each year. And if that's too much crap, or you can't find the right one, do something like USCCA or other. Cover Your Ass.
I was born in a different time. Even NOPD handed me back my 686 after running serial. B'ham PD returned the pistol on my person after kicking my ass out of the drunk tank a couple of years prior (no, dunnut tell them the story of that one), wasn't stolen (and yes I was underage on both counts occifer). Still, prosecutors want their feathers in their cap these days, your ass is their feather. Cover it.
I carried in New York city for years and now in Wisconsin, and attended a concealed carry class. You make the best education videos on the web. A must see for anyone thinking about a carry permit. Thanks.
Thanks. Glad you found it useful.
rene g. melchor, carry legally? NYC is insanely anti carry. simply getting a target (proper cause-Sportsman) licence is an exercise in great patience. Mine took over a year to finally get and that was in the 80s. Now a full carry permit in NYC? That's the stuff of dreams! lol
Hello. My carry is unrestricted in new york, most cops haven't seen one! NYPD gun custodian.
I love your video work and thanks for the note.
Within 30 seconds I already liked this guy! Love his demeanor and affect.
VERY good list and rendition. Bravo. Subscribed quickly.
"Shoot with your phone and take a selfie with your gun."
lmfaooo
I don’t believe in suicide just gun selfies.
My wife looked at me like i was crazy. I damn near fell outta my chair.
Hey, unfortunately, I can't say that if I were to try that, I'd get it right every time.
I hate it when that happens.
Metal band name: Double Barrel Selfie
I just discovered your channel a few days ago. Your videos are excellent! I was involved in an incident a few years ago that backs up your point about calling 911 immediately.
My family and I had gone out to dinner one evening. On our way home a pickup truck passed us on a two lane road, then stopped. He blocked the road in front of us which forced us to stop. The driver got out and charged at my car (not casually approached, but charged at us). Not knowing what was about to happen, I immediately drew my pistol. He back down and left when he saw my weapon. I drove toward home confused, but assumed it was all over. We were surrounded by police just a few blocks from my house. The police separated us, then took statements from all of us. After concluding that everything was legal they let us go. I ask the officer in charge what he would have done in that situation. He said that he would have done everything exactly like I did. He said the only mistake I made was not calling the police. I asked why because as far as I was concerned it was over when the criminal left. He said that you should call any time you are threatened enough to draw a gun.
Nope. You don’t want to call and report on yourself that you brandished a weapon. Only a cop would give you that advice
This is a "No BS" channel with good info and proper tests which show no bias that allow us to make educated decisions on a highly important topic. I subscribed, thank you and please keep up the great work. I will be looking forward to your new content.
Thanks. I try to provide useful info, sometimes we only achieve entertaining. But one thing you can ALWAYS count on is no BS
Paul Harrell absolutely
Paul, Thank you for the NO! BS
For one Paul to another Paul.
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If you have time ,can you do a short film on the hi point 4095 carbine .Thanks
absolutely I couldn't agree more with you more. he's very knowledgable and I agree with him
What a boss. Very calm, "Hey Joe you better get down, we're taking fire."
Was was in both the army and marines so i wouldnt doubt his training and combat experience had some influence on his calm demeanor
@@Legitpenguins99 Army AND Marines?? You must get arrested for beating ýourself up in a bar every Friday night!!
(Just for the record who won?)
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If you need instructions to get down under fire, then Darwin had a theory about you.
@@thisismagacountry1318 you would be surprised how many people freeze under pressure even in a controlled training situation. In BCT (army) we had several people barely pass the grenade throw bc they froze instead of ducking under the cement wall. Grenades are fun in games but IRL holding something that can turn you into shreds in the blink of an eye can be very scary.
The army does this training bc 1. Repetition leads to a highly skilled fighting force and 2. When you are in the intense moment when fear has a grip on you, you know how to deal with it and focus instead of doing the deer/headlights stance.
#2 is something that needs LOTS of experience to deal with. There is a HUGE difference between a civilian (usually deer/headlights), a fresh soldier or emergency service (jumpy, shaky, and will lose some skill but, overall functional), and a veteran soldier or emergency service (usually very calm, in charge, and confident about the situation. Very little to no loss of skill in the situation and doesnt get the shakes nearly as bad).
@@lauriestlyon8773 the marine of course.....
Did your mace-story happen in Arlington, Texas around 1976 ?? If so, I was about 50 yards away and saw all the commotion from a distance, but it is the same exact story.
How funny would it be if you actually saw him all those years ago
Are you Hank Hill?
@Thomas Foster i think he was born around 66 so it wouldn't be too much of a stretch if it was actually him
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@@SugaryPhoenixxx hehe I tell you wHat
Almost 10 years watching Paul and I still haven't figured out what his "speech impediment" is supposed to be
Disdain for the whole human race. XD
According to Paul himself, the Shatner-esque pauses and/or transposing letters and syllables(which I've never particularly noticed, either).
@@y2a1979 You mean Shatner-esque....
*_Pauses?_*
Id like to recommend emailing yourself any relevant photos. Establishes timeline and permanence.
And every little shop you go to ask for a receipt, they have time and date stamped on them. Proof of where you where at a specific time.
When asked where were you 30 min ago, you have proof. They can go look at the cameras.
Every lil bit helps.
RS PC helps to always look up and smile at the camera so its clear its you.
@@rspc6132 In todays world, carrying your phone with the location feature activated, does the same thing.
@@konagolden3397 Thats an idea. Until you park under a tree, or it happens to be raining hard and location service places you a 1/4 or more mile away. Or just looses GPS signal altogether. Happens all the time with phones. Not as trustworthy as a receipt.
@@rspc6132 I work in the industry. It doesn't matter if you park under a tree. It doesn't matter if you lose GPS signal. There are 3 ways to triangulate your location; GPS, WiFi and Cell towers. It tracks you. That means it was following you long before you parked under that tree or the rain came. That paper receipt you have may be fine, or it maybe unreadable from the rain drenching it, lost, have weak ink that faded, or doesn't identify YOU as being the person who was at that location. If you paid witha CC, the CC company will have a record of the transaction, with the date & time and you don't need the receipt. So yes, it's not perfect, but it is as trustworthy as a receipt.
If you can't afford to have an attorney on retainer there are several Groups that offer "insurance" to gun owners. USCCA and US Law Shield being the ones I am familiar with. Both of them will provide you with 24 hour attorneys, bail bond assistance etc... When I got my CCW it was the second thing I got after my carry pistol.
exactly.USCCA for this guy.I had to use them already. they're outstanding. You are so correct. If you carry concealed daily you need insurance. either one is good. but get it
@@johnjvoorhis8087 Even if you don't carry every day, I think it is a great idea to get insurance in case you have to protect your home and your family. I have USCCA myself and am glad to have it. They seem top notch.
@@jorgebarake8271I know. I have had USCCA for 2 years now. I carry every day and night. I have had to deploy my weapon so I definitely know how good it was to know that I had insurance.
U.S. Law Shield does not provide bail. They also do not cover damages awarded in a civil lawsuit.
@@joemamma98723 Bail coverage is a small extra fee and at least in the State of Texas, they will defend you in a law suit.
I have watched several of your videos this evening and I have to say you are the most reasonable and practical person I have seen online concerning the subject of firearm ownership and use. I will watch all of them and recommend them to my family and friends. Thank Youl
Paul: I am a retired USAF First Sergeant/Chinese Linguist/ VietNam Vet (75 years young) with 3 baccalaureate degrees. I find no flaw such as a speech impediment, nor have I detected any unnecessary pauses. I value your knowledge and experience. Press on, my Brother! 🤠
Does anyone actually complain about his pauses? I think there has only been one instance where his pausing has caught me off guard. Every other time, it simply gives my brain a chance to process what he's saying because he tends to speak rather fast and fits a lot of information into few words.
I think he's very well articulated, even more so than a lot of people. I've never really noticed the impediments he warns about like that.
Meanwhile I'm here on 2x speed because he speaks so clearly it's not hard to understand him and I can watch twice as much of his content in the same time.
After you've watched all of them a few times, you finally start noticing them. There are far fewer than he seems to imply.
I haven't noticed any pauses, other than that intentional one in this video, or any speech impediment. I thought he was joking.
I don't mind the pauses at all, it gives his stories good pacing.
Paul, if you wouldn't mention your speach impediment so many times, I wouldn't have noticed it! Your calm and collected way of commenting is one of the things I really like about your videos!
Mu Mu Mu Mu me too!
What impediment?
Speaks great
Paul, you are a legend.
Paul Harrell is now up to 1.42 million subscribers. The man’s content will still be relevant and entertaining 25 years from now. I’ll bet you a dollar to a doughnut Paul hits 2 million subscribers shortly.
Very good presentation. I have been carrying concealed for over 35 years, that probably makes me old, I am. When I first started carrying a side arm I made my self a promise that I would only draw that sidearm when I really planned to use it. 6 years later I am confronted by the knife wielding guy at the atm who is demanding money. I turned slightly to my left and raised my shirt tail and informed the SOB that if he did not leave now I would draw and shoot him the maximum number of times I could without the law saying it was excessive. The fool is dumb founded, I have placed my hand on the sidearm and released the snap, the fool is still standing there waiting to see what will happen, he then takes a step toward me with the knife leading the way, he did not get the second step and I didn't fire but 1 round. The cops inform me the guy has assaulted a number of people at this atm and they had never been able to catch him. They confiscated my sidearm as evidence and told me I had lost my right to carry until this went to court. My attorney, who lived next door, had my sidearm and right to carry back for me before midnight. Nothing ever came of the incident and that was the last time I drew my sidearm except for target practice. Like you said, pointing a deadly weapon at an individual is almost as bad as just shooting them, but showing that you have one holstered can often defuse the situation.
Did the bad guy survive?
SmokeRingsPipeDreams Well, he only had to fire one round, so I'm guessing that it was a kill shot. And if that was the case, I doubt if the bad guy survived long enough to even feel the impact of hitting the ground.
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It's a good thing
Even without an attorney, the cops cannot make this kind of legal decision ? And if they say it it's moot or am I mistaken ?
Steve Sparks As a CCW instructor in NC I learned a great deal from this, I gotta go back and work some of this good info into my lesson plan. Semper Fi
steven sparks that’s how I know you’re an old head when you write your name on a comment when your username is your actual name and it’s right on top of the comment
I really appreciate your advice and practicality. I've been watching alot of your videos and they are very helpful. Many on RUclips seem to preach their opinion as gospel, so it's refreshing to watch someone who understands reality. Thank you and I look forward to watching more!
I'm French and never fired a weapon. I miss Paul. Such an amazing character.
I have a couple of stories about the importance of calling the police first. One of our customers (I work at a gun shop) was involved in a road rage incident . The aggressor showed a handgun to him while the to cars were side by side. So, he showed them his. At that point they departed. A bit later the police conduct a felony stop on him and etc, etc. The other people had called the cops and he had not. The case was later dismissed, but it still cost him time and considerable money. The other involved my wife. A similar incident involving road rage. They were driving aggressively, yelling and gesturing and trying to run her off the road. When she showed them her phone they took off. At the time this happened cell phone were not that common yet.
I,ve just discovered you channel today, seen about a dozen of your videos. All good.
Paul is good at making his point which is usually logical, emphasized with his experience. Good stuff!
As a LEO, you are very accurate in what you say about statistics and differences in witness statements.
As a fan of your channel, I want to thank you for all you have taught me over the years Paul. I dont know you personally but I know you as much as you would allow and eternally grateful for that. God is taking all of the good people before the end of the world apparently.....Im gutted for selfish reasons that you are so good Paul Harrell.
You sir are the James Garner of guns. I could listen to you explain these points all day. Always something new to learn.
James Garner was an excellent American.
I carry where ever I legally can. Your videos have helped my wife understand why I do it. Thanks for the great videos!
Your anecdotes are not the least bit boring, Paul! Keep em coming.
Summary:
License/permit (where applicable)
1. Firearm & reasonable amount of ammo
2. Cell phone (use it IMMEDIATELY)
3. Camera (see #3)
4. Handheld Flashlight (in addition to an optional firearm mounted light [also a good idea])
5. Attorney's business cards (to give to police- "I will make a full statement when my attorney is present." - then STFU)
BONUS: Have an attorney on retainer (whenever feasible); at least meet with an attorney and have some kind of working relationship
I agree wholeheartedly with this whole list. So many great points. Thank you!
Honestly, I think you have a very calming voice. I really enjoy these videos.
Pádraig So you say, until you hang out with him and end up with a few .45acp inside you at the end of the day. Paul isn't a people person, he is stiff and tries to appear human. He has great advice though regardless.
***RECAP**
1: Gun and reasonable amount of ammo
2: Cellphone
3: Camera
4: Flashlight (handheld, not mounted)
5: Attorney on retainer (+business cards)
Nathan Motoyama thanks, couldn’t watch the full 20min vid so I was looking for this
This was at 17:55 in case anyone wants to hear it for themselves.
Don’t forget training and practice with the firearm and ammo you carry.
He advocates for handheld flashlight, but a mounted light in addition to the handheld.
And 0: your permit.
This dude is the OG of firearms. I can listen to him talk all day and as much as I think I know, I always learn something
I love your Obamisque pauses. Intelligent, informed. The pauses represent an informed approach.
Paul is a great educator. He has a very simple and technical approach, which I really appreciate.
Paul - nice work. Every point makes good sense. I would just add 2 suggestions - get CC insurance. 4 between $28-$38/ month you can get instant access to a million $ policy with top attorneys 4 defense in both criminal as well as possible civil lawsuits following a self defense shooting. - 2nd, There are things you can & should say on the scene to the police when they arrive that will help It is helpful to let them know YOU were the victim of a crime. &establish you as the good guy here are a few examples "I was afraid for my life" "I thought I was going to die" "He had a knife,(gun, club) & threatened me" " Threatend my life" Also. DO NOT be holding your gun in your hand when police arrive (assuming incident is over ) clear it & set it down. The cops arrive hopped up & ready for action. they may not know who good guy is.
One last thing ( kinda a joke-but not really) if you haven't already, doesn't hurt to piss yourself. Just sayin'
Tell them you intend on being 100% cooperative , know how serious this is, but need to talk to your attorney since your emotions are a mess right now.
Keep up the good work
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Hello Paul, another great video, thank you for that. You and I are roughly the same age. I became a police officer in 1991. With regards to the number of shots fired in a shooting. On Easter Sunday at dead noon in a town of 20,000 people in SW Missouri, I was involved in an officer-involved shooting. A bad guy I had dealt with a couple of dozen times before (always complacent, always non-violent, and always unarmed and never resistant) had stolen his girlfriend's car and fled from me on foot into the basement of his parent's house (only accessible from the outside). As he fled in his shorts and tank top his hands were empty... and as he entered the basement turned off the lights. Two other officers were present, a Sergeant and a rookie officer, and the call was actually assigned to the rookie...I advised them the suspect had fled to the basement and that we were going to have to remove him...( a short background...a few months before a st. louis county police Sergeant had gone into a basement after a bad guy and was shot and killed. The thought of that call was in my head as I decided to lead the way into this darkened basement...I was 29 years old and had been an officer for 8 years with a couple of years as 11 Bravo...and was divorced...the rookie had six months on and was married with a baby on the way...my officer safety skills were top-notch (usually). I put on my leather gloves expecting at worse a physical struggle...as I advance to the bottom of the stairs, the brightness of the outside and the blackness of the basement hit me all at once, at the same time I heard the all too familiar sound of a bolt closing on a rifle at close range and then BOOM a blinding flash and explosion from 10 feet away. The concussion was so intense and my adrenaline was so focused that in the matter of maybe half a second I processed that I had been shot at, and shot at something other than a Saturday night special, that I may or may not be hit, and that I was in a bad fucking place...and pulled my gun and fired...oddly enough never hearing my own gunfire as I retreated out of the basement stairwell....to make a long story not longer than it's already been... I was uninjured and so was the bad guy who eventually surrendered. The Missouri Highway Patrol Investigated the shooting...when asked how many rounds I had fired I confidently stated I had fired 1 round....in fact, I had fired 5. Adrenaline masked it all. I obviously fired at the threat as I hit the rifle.....and another point. Making the 911 call first is super important. This jackass started yelling to whoever would listen that I had fired at him first and he only fired in defense...and he was taken seriously enough that I was investigated beyond the scope of a self-defense shooting....and 4 years later I left law enforcement for good because of the half jackass mentality of some cops in regards to gun laws and common sense...Congrats on your highly informative videos.
Your story is heartbreaking. Glad you're ok. Hope you found rewarding work outside of law enforcement. I almost joined the police, went a different public service route. Good decision. Bless the men and women in law enforcement, if only they could police their own, weed out the ones who make people hate cops.
@@asmith7876Thank you for your kind words. My department launched multiple investigations against me for minor violations that simply weren't true after my official diagnoses with PTSD and Anxiety....to make a long story short I have been on social security disability since 2007. I miss law enforcement immensely...and I feel immensely let down by my agency and "brother officers"...I will always be a cop at heart....but I will always be wounded.
Thanks for the well done video!
A cell phone is pretty much a given these days, but like any tool, how and when to use it is the key.
I don’t leave the house without a sidearm (hi-power), extra magazine and flashlight on my belt. And now I’m reconsidering the benefits of signing up with US Law Shield
You the man Paul!
Anytime I can find a knowledgeable gun person who routinely uses "sagacious" in conversation I Am Hooked!
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douglas usrey can you shut the fuck up
@@itzkong can I stfu?
@@deathsheadknight2137 yes you can.
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I'm confused, what speech impediment? The information was disclosed with total lucidity .
Neil Birchall he is just an extremely modest person (for a RUclips personality)
It’s his “l”s
No need to worry about it!! We all heard his message loud and clear!! No need to focus on the most ridiculous part of this!! Take his experience as education and leave it at that!! We are NOT speech pathologist! We are here to learn!
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Never take anything for granted. Always expect the unexpected. However, expect predators to play the system. Good video and good food for thought.
Wow. I'm always amazed at how succinctly Paul puts everything. He's really good at making logical, well thought out arguments. I'm going to start carrying a flashlight.
Summary:
CCW Permit
1. Gun and a reasonable amount of ammo
2. Cell phone
3. Camera
4. Handheld Flashlight
5. Your attorney's business cards
6. Situational awareness
Know what's going on around you and always think in terms of evading first.
Thanks! Couldn't deal with the slow pace delivery and exceptionally long anecdote rants. 20 mins to say what you just did in 5 seconds flat.
For future videos, get to the point, THEN wander around with your anectdotes, so we get the info out first, then the b.s. later if we want it.
id say a knife too.
Carry CCW self defense Insurance
6. OC spray.
In dollars, every word you say to the police that can be used against you will be expensive. The more you talk the more work the lawyer has to do to protect you. I was involved in a self deffense shooting and can certainly say that i wish to god i had said less. Even the best intentions will be misconstrued. Even the caliber of your gun and the frequency of your shots and the number of times you visit your local range to practice will be suspect. “So when you practice you choose to pay more to shoot at targets of realistic looking people? Does your hand feel differently when shooting people rather than paper? Your so used to shooting at people targets its almost second nature isnt it? Do you practice shooting people in your mind? So the man you shot could still be alive had you not been so used to emptying your magazine in one spot of the body?” Can you see how the attorneys can make a self deffense shooter look like a murderer? Trust me its even worse. If the other person survives then your in way more trouble. Do not ever talk or take the stand.
Why would you ever take the stand in a self defense case, you aren't required to and your lawyer should have been strongly against it...
911: “I have been a victim of a crime" first words to be spoken. If possible join Texas Law Shield.
Martin Garz
Been a member for quite a few years now. I have them on speed dial and have both cards and keytag.
I have also heard it helps to state that you will sign an complaint.
I had no idea about this 'first to call' business. Thank you for telling us about this. I will not forget.
Hi, I enjoyed this one a lot. I would like to share something because you were talking about possibilities, probabilities, most likeys, and most likely nots. Back in Feb. of 2015, I was coming out of Walmart, it was getting dark, and I had a long walk back to my car. The parking lot was full when I arrived and I had to park far away from the store, but almost empty when I came back to my car. As I was unloading my stuff into the car, a young man that was obviously high on something came up to me and asked for money. I told him that I was not going to give him any money. Usually they turn and leave, but this one just stood there and glared at me. My coat has two angled, slash pockets with zippers. I keep my cell phone in the one on the right so that I can grab it with my left hand. The pocket on the left is where I keep my gun, so that I can grab it with my right hand. So I just raised my right hand up to the pocket on the left, and that was all I needed to do. He looked at my hand, and turned, and left. That was the one and only time that I had come close to actually needing my gun.
Thanks for sharing. Often just showing your gun is enough (don't count on that) I hope you never have to shoot.
Yeah, me too...
Vito Monopoli 300,000+ like you out there! Not only that, but perps or would-be perps seem to develop a 6th sense about who is not to be triffled with. That extra confidence the trump card gives often makes trouble look elsewhere without a word or an action.
When I was trucking I had to stop at a rest area in Kentucky at like 3am. I noticed a couple cars, one of them had fogged windows. But I really, REALLY had to take a crap. I figured there's a chance it just might be some kids. Went into the empty men's room, did my business quickly, and came out of the stall as 2 latino guys came in and just stood there blocking the door. I told them to get the fuck away from the door and displayed then exited. Only time I ever had to do something like that. I can't imagine driving over the road these days.
Something very similar happened to my wife a couple of months back. Funny how such a small piece of lead can make people change their minds (and their drawers) so fast.
You're the type of guy that would of made a few informative VHS training videos years ago, yet couldn't show people all your knowledge and experience
Glad we live in modern day so you can tell anyone anything
You could make a video about pissing with a gun (Alot of people forget their gun in Bathrooms) and inform people on what they need to know
Thankyou for making videos
I almost left my gun in a public restroom on top of the toilet paper dispenser. To remedy that potential mistake I never set it down. If I have to move it I stuff it in my pocket.
I've watched every single one of your videos, I even got my mom to watch one and when I clicked pause thinking she was getting bored she wanted to keep watching. She hasn't ever fired a gun! Maybe you just have that effect on ladies.
Your videos are priceless information for real gun enthusiasts who care about real results. Your honesty is brutal and that's the best part!
Your actually..the best for me, extremely reasonable minded..not much ego and you let known this is what works for me and push independent experience for personal choice. This Chanel is appreciated.
I used to be an over the road truck driver. I had pre paid legal service just in case I needed them because trucks are "80,000 pound death machines." Now that I am not driving, I let it lapse. It will be a good plan to reinstate my account so I can have an attorney on retainer. It is kind of like legal insurance. Thank you Paul for your videos. I have learned a lot, and your presentation is great. No issues with a speach impediment that I can see, and the pauses don't bother me, I'm a trekky!
Great point at 12:30 about carrying a cell phone and calling 911 immediately to get your call in first.
I was a cop for 30 years and involved in three on duty shootings. First one fired one time, second one was a gunfight in a parking lot and I fired 12 rounds. The final one fired three shots. In retirement I carry a .380 w/a spare mag and call it good but I no longer go in harm’s way.
Old Cop if I ate I cream too fast and my head starts hurting isn't that assault from the bucket of icecream so am I allowed to shoot it to prevent it from hurting me agian?
I like my bg380 for deep carry so small no excuse to leave it behind but effective enough with the 95grn ball round not too many people who get shot the first bullet and wait for more shots to confirm its a non effective caliber once they start internal bleed and blood starts flowing from the heart because blood loss in the wound channel terminal shock sets in heart rapid beats to pump more blood then fails because it's dry pumping
Just air in there then he will be thinking about how ineffective a 380 was which the answer will come at the end damped icecream I don't trust eating it anymore
Guns don't kill people ginnea pigs do so don't get one they are sneaky little bastards mine took my credit card and bought 80 dollars worth of corn and sunflower seeds from amazon. Then over bid a t ginnea pig habitat on ebay the kind with all the tubes and exorcize wheels. Hired a guy to put a run in all the rooms throughout the house with an opening by the refrigerator doors danced pigs see if I get one again
Heed my warning all don't get one they also gang u and invite their gang buddy's over and leave tiny footprints everywhere and don't trust them around your toothbrush no need to explain
Thank you for your service Old Cop!
Paul’s pacing and delivery were always enjoyable to listen to. Gone too soon.
Sometimes I think I've thought of everything. But Paul helps me realize otherwise. I really appreciate you're videos man. (And that's from a newer generation of Army Infantryman). Thanks Paul!
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Thanks Paul!! You are a very common sense and knowledgeable teacher! Very good speaker also!! Thanks for the effort and work you put into your videos!
In most situations he who "rats" first does best. That person gets to frame set the whole situation and the other person has to try and change that. I find a lot of people take first impressions are the most lasting a little to seriously. Instead of seeing it as a flaw they make snap judgement based on the first thing they hear and will dig in their heels. LEOs are no different than anyone else except they have arrest powers and carry all kinds of weapons. So they are just as susceptible to this sort of thing but can be a lot more dangerous if they do.
I'm watching this July 31, 2021. Paul's production values have only improved with time. I really appreciate his outdoor cooking lessons. 😊👍
You are like the Allstate guy, always in the middle of mayhem.
I like living in a permitless carry state. When you need a permit to exercise a right it's no longer a right but a privilege.
did people walk around every day with a pistol on their hip in the 18th century?
@Det Nine“ The problem with that is that an armed citizenry has NEVER prevented a tyrannical government from taking over.” - Go ask George Washington. Go check the Independence War.
@Det Nine I'm more then happy to go through the effort to get a permit cause i'm not some country-ass yahoo who just likes to run around with his boom-boom stick and yeet-cannon incase he gotta go boogaloo when security asks him to leave the building which infringes on his constitutional right to do whatever he wants whenever he want, can't tell you what amendment that is, probably the fourth-they say, cause they stopped paying attention after the first two.
Guns should be taken seriously, or they should be taken away. And when they come to take our guns it wont because some California leftist thinks they're scary looking it'll be because people like us didn't reign in the community's bullshit.
@Det Nine Firstly, I agree with much of what you've wrote. However, I'd like to raise a few relatively minor points in no particular order. 1.) I think you're underestimating the effectiveness of militias (and guerilla warfare more generally) in the Revolutionary War. Particularly in the Western theater fought in the frontier areas of the Northwest Territories, as well as Tennessee and Kentucky. The battles and raids conducted there were almost entirely fought by militias, and most of the forts were garrisoned by militias as well. I don't want to get too far into the weeds on the Revolutionary War in the RUclips comments section, but suffice to say militias played a far bigger tactical role than many people realize.
2.) I would argue that 5% of casualties being the result of small arms fire in the Iraq war is not a particularly insignificant figure, and in line with most wars fought in the 20th century. One small point would also be that, with the legalization of firearms comes access to effective--though perhaps not cutting edge--explosive material like black powder, for one example.
3.) It is no coincidence that repressive regimes heavily restrict firearm ownership among their citizenry once they have the power to do so. Indeed, Hitler himself wrote, in the spring or summer of 1942, "The most foolish mistake we could possibly make would be to allow the subjugated races to possess arms. History shows that all conquerors who have allowed their subjugated races to carry arms have prepared their own downfall by so doing...I would go so far as to say that the supply of arms to the underdogs is a sine qua non for the overthrow of any sovereignty. So let’s not have any native militia or native police." Whether Hitler was actually right or not is of course debatable, but it is quite telling that the leader of Nazi party felt it unwise to allow the Jews and other undesirables to be armed. Is it a coincidence that Syria no longer issues weapons permits in the midst of its civil war? Is it a coincidence that North Korea disallows private gun ownership(though a period of service in the armed forces is compulsory for all males)? Is it a coincidence that in China private citizens are not allowed to possess firearms? And what of Soviet Russia of the 1920s-50s (and after for that matter)? All firearms were confiscated, with the brief exception of smoothbore hunting shotguns. Interesting to note that the Communist Party allowed its members ownership of one firearm, either a rifle or pistol, and this facilitated the assassination of Stalin's good friend and ally Sergei Kirov by Nikolaev and his Nagant revolver in 1934. Rumors linking Sergei's death to Stalin aside, you can't deny that "small arms" were wildly effective in that case...
13:00 in 😂 shoot with your phone and selfie with your gun!
As someone who taught the firearm course needed to obtain a CCW license in the state of Florida, I found this video an awesome, must see for anyone who plans to carry a concealed weapon. Very sound advice.
I just got my cc and you were the first guy I came to because I’ve learned so much from you in the past. There were a whole lot of things I didn’t consider until I saw this video. Keep kicking ass Paul you’re the fuckin man.
excellent advice. also, look into “CCWSAFE”. its like having an attorney on retainer for about 140$/year.
Great advice as always. As a cop I know what you meant by "highly trained professionals." No offense taken. The truth is not all cops are equally trained and it's true that the first person who calls 911 is usually thought to be the victim.
That's much easier said than done. Every situation an officer deals with is different so training has to be somewhat generalized to try to cover as much as possible. Things are changing and it usually takes an unfortunate event to get that to happen. I think officers are getting more prepared for ambushes and other attacks.
As a LEO I'm not required to have a permit to carry concealed in the United States however when I am carrying concealed I am required to carry my authorized secondary or off duty weapon, badge and department ID card. Just to cover myself more I carry a copy of bill HR218 which permits a LEO to carry concealed anywhere in the United States. Been a few times I've had to show it or ask for a supervisor to show it to. Not everyone belongs in law enforcement. I have noticed that LEOs who went to college to become LEOs are a little more uptight than those of us who have military backgrounds. Sadly in this day and age LEOs are considered guilty until proven innocent where as civilians are innocent until proven guilty. So as in the case of shootings our name and picture is kicked around so much in the mud that we spend the rest of our career suing for liable/slander statements, move else where or change careers even after our actions are proven to be appropriate. That has also had an effect on the way LEOs perform their duties and/or hesitate to perform their duties. In light of the bad press we have been getting as well as lawsuit happy nation we have become I have also heard about insurance now for people incase they shoot someone, a civil lawsuit is brought against them and the jury awards a verdict for them to pay the plantiff the insurance company covers it. Definitely something else to consider. Now if you have never been on trial or testified in court watch the movie "Let's go to prison". Sadly that is the example of what a jury will be like for you.
Glad to get your perspective.
No problem. Just found your channel and had to subscribe.
+Grizzly Country could you elaborate on the attitudes of military vs non military LEO's? I'm a college grad applying for LEO jobs. I'd like to be able to Integrate into Leo culture as smoothly as possible.
grizzly country you are so right. we have too many gun laws preventing the good people from carrying for their and other people's protection. I never charged anyone with a gun crime unless they were actually using it in the crime or were carrying while committing another crime. majority of the gun laws are UNCONSTITUTIONAL
+Digitize49 wish I could change things cause you are so right. It's not the justice system that was intended long ago. All I can do is change what I can and push fellow officers to do the right thing. However, being a former criminal myself, which allot of officers have not been, I understand both sides very well and we have major problems on BOTH sides......It's gonna take WE THE PEOPLE to fix it.
I understand your sentiments with being humble but guys like you and clint smith have a degree of experience and wisdom that most ppl would benefit from listening to and heading their advice. Love the videos thank you