Don't call it a comeback :My social media return and why you shouldn't listen to "influencers"
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- Опубликовано: 3 июл 2023
- it's been three years since I've posted. Along with job changes I've become more and more disenfranchised by the social media experience and the new wave of "influencers". Here's what I've been up to and what the future of this channel looks like.
Happy Birthday, America! 🇺🇲
I stood around hoping you where ok ! Glad you are back
I'm so happy to see you back! I would love to see a bit of everything, tactics, firearm reviews and anything else you want to share!
Great to see your return. Not much is normal in our world right now. I valued and missed your input.
It's not really what you're "reviewing" is why I watch, I watch because of your style and perspective. I never unsubd because I was hoping you would eventually come back. Glad to hear you're doing well. Good luck moving fwd. Can't wait to start watching your channel again. 🍻
It's good to see you. Thanks for your service to your country and to your community. Your product reviews have always been helpful, so I'm hoping they continue. Your opinions on the various ALS and SLS rigs offered by Safariland would be much appreciated.
Good to see you man! I always liked your review style and the concepts that you used such as project 1 gun with the Glock. You and KS Gun Guy always gave the best reviews because of the framework of your experience.
So glad to see you back! Truly do value your content! As far as future content is concerned, anything related to mindset, tactics, skills, and drills would be fantastic. Your reviews were always great as well, but I totally get where you're coming from on trying to keep up with all that. I'd still be interested in hearing what guns, equipment, etc. you personally use that have proven valuable to YOU, and why that's the case. Your knowledge/experience/genuineness is a breath of fresh air, and I always love to hear your perspective!
It's great to see that you're back! Would love to see some training drills. You've got an awesome channel. Looking forward to future content.
Welcome back! Excited for what’s to come. Always been a solid channel.
@J Helmsing HELL YEAAAH! I remember your saying YT was messing with your videos, it's great to hear your coming back! I actually use your Beretta G conversion video every time I buy a new Beretta..lol. I used it two weeks ago for a 92X Centurion I recently picked up. I know you shoot a lot, and was always interested in your drills etc.
Awesome to see you again, thank you for your time and effort! God bless you!
Glad to see you back sir! I know that your video on the Gen 4 G19 FS sped up my acquiring one by 6 months, and your video on the CZ P-07 got me to jump back on to that platform for DA/SA.
You have a lot of great experience, militarily, law enforcement, and in teaching. My experience mirrors yours, but to a smaller scale. Your take on the influencer culture is spot on. The people who have NOT been there and NOT done that have the most to say. Stay the quiet professional!
My thoughts, as to direct your channel, though you already mentioned these:
1.) Do SOME gun reviews, but guns that you like, maybe even update reviews you did of certain guns from 3-5 years ago.
2.) Mindset and tactics. You have the background and training.
3.) Competition, as you do this, let your viewers grow with you in your success and failures. I’m in my mid 50’s, and though I’ve dabbled with competition, I decided to get more serious and start the climb in USPSA, likely in limited optics.
4.) More pro 2A content. I think 2A stewardship is lacking in the gun community. Most of us fully understand 2A rights, but when more than a few gun owners get presented with 2A Responsibilities they start coughing up fur balls. I’ll get slightly controversial, but as a person that has invested more than average time and treasure to be proficient, don’t tell me you can’t afford to take your 8 hour concealed handgun class, AND spend $500 on a weekend training course, (say basic/combat/tactical handgun 1),to become more proficient, and acquire some baseline training, but then show off your brand new $2500 Staccato P DPO with a $500 Trijicon RMR, and a $300 Surefire X300 mounted to it. Investing in real training with your firearms is THE 2A responsibility piece!
Okay rant off, but you see what I mean. You have a lot to offer. Look forward to your future content!😎✌️🇺🇸
Good to you back brother! I appreciated your raw opinion and shared information on this channel, just do you man. I look forward to the content and conversations.
Your "Project One Gun" was my favorite RUclips series ever!
Glad you're back! I look forward to your videos.
* Drills (safety, procedure, accuracy) for the beginner through more advanced.
* Review of pertinent publications you would recommend for your audience.
* Firearms reviews.
Thank you!
Glad to see you back, you and your excellent videos were missed!
Glad to have you back, Enjoy your knowledge and your videos! Great to see you again!
Also, I had never noticed how you are storing all those magazines. That is awsome.
Magnetic "tool" strips from harbor freight or the like 👍
Good to see you back!!! Sorry about the difficulties you’ve had with this platform. I’ve always enjoyed your content
Great news thank you for your update. Totally agree with your views. Work safe so you can enjoy your future retirement.
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Glad to see you again brother! My suggestion for content would simply be a vlog of your training, mindset, and philosophy. The only reviews I care about are long-term concealed carry experiences. GOD bless!
Great to see you back! RUclips could use more honest content these days for sure. Outside of reviews, training content is always awesome when its form a trustworthy source. Looking forward to whatever you choose to share!
Ok. Thanks! But I want to send off a token of appreciation for the information/opinions you had about the P229 Elite. That video (only first viewed just a few months ago) played into my recent purchase of a P229 Pro and an older P229 Legacy Carry. I'm lucky I ran across your channel. So again, thanks.
I like what you've always done. I'm most interested in honest gun reviews. Happy 4th. Thanks for your service.
I loved the way your channel has always been and am pretty resistant to change. But I'm glad to see you back and whatever direction you take your channel, I'll gladly follow along.
Thank you for your service!!! Glad to see you back- personally when I see anything “tik tok” I am out. Glad to see honest, solid advice and instruction.
Glad you're back Mr. Helmsing. Publish videos about things that you find interesting, I'm sure the followers will also enjoy the content. You're channel was very informative in the past.
I subscribed and as a former ACO for over ten years we carried the M&P 40. I value your opinion because you have real world experience. It's actually awesome to see you serving your community and the country. I think you should continue doing reviews. Stay safe brother and l agree with no social media.
Glad your back, always liked your content. I would love to see videos on drills and the types of open/conceal carry you do including holsters / belts other EDC you use.
Welcome back, you are missed and needed!
Welcome back! I look forward to the reboot.
Welcome back! Miss your gun reviews, and I am curious about pistol drills.
Welcome back! 🤞
I agree with your philosophies on firearms and social media and really appreciate your approach and views on todays "influencers" and use social media. Firearms, tactics, training, preparedness... with your approach would all be great.
Hope all is well and God Bless.
Good to see you sir! I always enjoyed watching your videos! And I missed your no nonsense and no bs gun reviews!
I always enjoyed your perspective. I picked up a px4 based on what you said about it, and I'm very happy with it. I look forward to seeing some more content when you have time. Thank you for your service and all you do!
So great to have you back....been at the edge of my seat for your return! Love your no shill vids and honest genuine reviews. Value your experience and perspectives from your law enforcement/military background. And thank you for your service and sacrifice! Would love seeing vids on skills & marksmanship and optimizing gear.
Would love to get your take on all the new micro 9 carry guys! Even recoil comparisons
Really glad to see you back and incredibly happy to see you are planning on getting back into doing reviews. You are one of my absolute favorite and more importantly unbiased reviewers and I always gave your input more weight that the influencers out there. In fact I still have my Glock 19 Gen 4 FS Summer Special that I purchased solely based on your original review of it. Anyways thank you so much for taking time out of your very busy schedule and I can't wait to see what you do with the channel. Stay safe out and welcome back 🙌
Happy happy joy joy. Welcome back broski. Watched your vids a bunch while you were out. Definitely glad your gonna be around.
I’ve always enjoyed and appreciated your videos and opinions on various issues and gear. I’m glad you’re back!
Glad to see you come back! I was hoping you were doing well. I’d appreciate any of the topics you mentioned.
One thing I would really appreciate would be your opinion on a civilian plate carrier setup. Having never used one or having any experience, there’s a lot of info out there and it gets pretty muddy if you don’t have any idea what to look for. The different materials for the plates, the various carrier setups, etc. I’m interested in just a simple carrier in case of a home invasion, or maybe one to throw in my car in case of a crazy person in a public place.
I missed you dude you knew what you was talkin about you put out some great content I hope your back stronger then ever good luck and God bless
Oddly enough I saw one of your four year old videos a few minutes ago. Decided to look for other videos of yours and came upon this video! Lo and behold you were gone for four years and I never knew. Looks like you are a straight shooter. You earned a subscribe.
You grow, you change priorities, you mellow, you move in, your life responsibilities change.
Do what you enjoy.
When your time frees up, video if you can. I'm retired, your not. Its alright. When you have the time and your motivated you'll turn the camera in. 💥🎯⚖️🇺🇲✌️
Be careful , from New SigHampshire
Good to see you back. Enjoyed your content!
Welcome back. I appreciate your reviews. I'm not a LEO or have ever been one; but I do enjoy getting educated on anything firearm related. I especially enjoy your no nonsense reviews of firearms. You have done a great job on pros and cons of each pistol
you have reviewed. Thank you for your service from one old veteran to a young veteran.
Big fan of your channel man, glad to see you back!!!
Welcome back, friend! Love your experienced and professional viewpoint and reviews1
So glad you are back!
Welcome back and good luck.
Welcome back been wondering where you went.
Glad you came back, Chief. I really enjoy your content.
Great to see you. I really enjoyed your videos.
Good to hear from ya. I love the quick honest reviews of guns and gears.
Hey J. It's good to see you back. I agree with you about new guns coming out with only small changes. I'd love to see some training videos. I'm always looking for drills that help me use my range time wisely.
Welcome back J. I enjoy your reviews and sincerely hope you can find time to continue posting. Chaplain Thom.Stackhouse, OCM
Glad to see you back 😀
Great to have you back!
Welcome back brother 🙏
So happy to see you back brother!
Just came across your video today. Glad to see you back and I agree with a lot of the influence of stuff. Just tired of seeing it everywhere. Looking forward to the next chapter of content you put out
I’m glad your back bro!!!
I echo your concerns on having a RUclips "Gun Channel", it takes a lot of time, money and effort. The shills are ridiculous and the fakes are unbearable. Not to mention the supression I experienced and still do from RUclips is unreal. Looking forward to more of your content.
Welcome back!
Glad that u r back !!!
Always enjoyed and respected your reviews!
Glad to see you back, Dont care what content you make just enjoy watching
WTH??? Welcome back. There are a ton of FN mags hanging on the shelf. I'm curious if you've gotten into any double-stack 1911 or Staccato firearms.
All of the above!
Glad your back. Down to earth channel.
Glad to see your back! One of my favorite channels. My only Q - how is project one gun doing haha? Up to 50k rounds by now??
Always good to hear that you're still around. Time is money and when the main incentive is taken away, the motivation is gone. Personally, I get a little tired of the next rebranded 9mm wondergun coming down the pike from the industry.
I’d like you to do scenarios: home defense, car defense, cop/civilian etiquette, trigger control. Sight picture, target transitions… packs bugout bags, survival, stuck bullets in barrels, gear, lights, etc…
Awesome 👍
I like the idea of training tips. Maybe bring in a buddy to share their tips occasionally. If a gun comes along that YOU like then share your thoughts.
Sounds like you have a full plate so keep your priorities.
Hey J. Welcome back. Good luck. God bless.
LETS GO BRANDON
Glad you’re back.
I understand everything you saying thanks for your words
Dude your videos are cool. You dont have to do reviews, talk about subjects. You have some great insight.
Looking forward to the new videos. You used to be one of my favorite channels before you stopped doing YT.
Knife reviews or commentary? Go over your current gun collection and your thoughts and options on the various guns. What's good, bad, the best.
Awesome to see you back! How’s that Gen 5 19 holding up?
Still kicking believe it or not. Sold it to a friend and he still uses it quite a bit.
I really enjoyed your gun reviews. Glad to see you back. It is hard to trust half of what you see nowadays. That's for sure.
Yeah return!!
I’d be interested in more how to become a better shooter and what really helped you
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I could see a patreon or a locals account working well for you to fund RUclips stuff. It would also allow to get into the nitty gritty of guns and training behind a paywall.
Family first!!!
Too many tactical studio gangsters on RUclips 😂🤣!
It's easy to look like a good shooter on the 'tube. I've shot with several and I'm usually shocked at the way they portray themselves.
i been a follower a long time, reviews on gear and maybe stuff used in LE daily roles. influencers are just lame to see how they claim ketchup popsicles are cherry flavored. maybe some LE long guns, or even opinion videos on stuff going on in the world. heck im sure some of us could lend a gun that we own for you to review. like a TRP from Springfield.
Thoughts on a 43X for a Project 1 Gun?
Good review. Would you like to work together and review CVLIFE optics?
Yea you the drama with Scott "Jedi and Ben Stoeger on training industry.
I’ve watched all the big names for a few years and I’m completely bored. When a new gun is released, it’s reviewed by 20 people on the same day. Ho Hum. Lots of voices singing a similar song.
What about subcompact and micro handguns. What do you think about this push. Many are doing on youtube for carry.
I'd say, make videos about guns/tactics/topics that interest you. For me personally, as you might assume, I was drawn to your channel for the opinions on different guns. However if you feel like you want to take the channel in a different direction, that would be your choice. Honestly, I'm kindof at the point where I've bought into the p320 platform and I'm trying to 'ween' myself off the p365. I simply don't have a very practical reason to do anything else except stock up on p320 mags and maybe experiment with different grips, optics, and carry positions. Whether concealed or open, It's going to be a p320. I simply cannot wrap my head around people who own 10 different handguns, all with proprietary magazines. I hope I don't have to explain why that's not as practical as committing to 1 mag pattern and pistol platform, but hey. Same for rifles; stanag pattern mags and very little deviation from the ar platform is my mindset. I don't have an interest in much of anything outside refining the functionality of those 2 platforms. Just my 2 cents.
For me, compact is the smallest I will go. I have Glock 19 ur review helped and handhock45 the Old General
Let us know how your "project one gun" went.
Did you say you were on Facebook? I live in Indiana and there is a person who looks like you.
Think about a Patreon account? Those who like your approach may want to help you stay financially stable while doing this