I'm a old retired cop. You are doing a valuable and much needed service. I've been a firearms instructor in both the military and my civilian careers, but never considered the gun store etiquette the new gun buyer needs to be familiar with to not feel like a fool. You have done a real service to many people that were lost about what to do safely. I commend your actions.
I'll pray for you.. you lied for a living. For the love of money.. i.e. job. You know what God calls liars? Sons of satan. Supreme court said ok to lie. Supreme being said not ok. You can only serve one master. You seem proud to be a retired lier? Why I say this. Few if any cops in heaven I think. Stop bragging about being a paid lier for years. And brag about finding God. God bless
Why be called a fool just because you dont know the etiquette of a shop you may never been into before. That's the store staff to educate the customer IMHO.
Although I have been using/owning firearms for almost 60 years, an Army Infantry vet and a certified NRA instructor I found this video to be very well presented, quite informative for new firearms owners and a good brush up for those so called experienced gun owners. You probably are wondering why I watched your presentation. I personally seen several incidents over the years of supposedly experienced people at gun stores with some rather bad habits and questionable handling skills. Good job young lady.
I originally subscribed when I was looking for a channel that addressed women because I have two adult daughters. Recently I even sent your link to my neighbor asking for carry options. I am licensed and carry but I would love to have my daughter take the course. Sometimes it’s better to have someone other than dad teaching you!
A girl I work with just got just got her 1st gun. She's been to the range once and is still nervous. She is a single mom and stylish like you. I would very much like to give her this subscription to your class if I win.
I have really learned a lot from your videos. I would love to take your course and want to feel best prepared to defend myself and my family. Feeling vulnerable and would really love the chance to take your course!
Give her time. Rome wasn't built in a day and basic marksmanship fundamentals takes time to master. As long as she puts in the work she will eventually get the hang of things.
I’m a beginner and I have found that working with a professional and taking lessons at least once a month has been tremendously helpful and we do it at an outdoor range.
I have recommended this young lady's channel to several women. I think she is amazing; she instills confidence, puts people at ease so they don't feel embarrassed to ask a question and imparts some great advice on safety, holsters for women's various outfits, etc. She is really an amazing person.
I always find it funny when gun store guys check the weapon, drop the slide and put the mag back in then hand it to me because then I immediately drop the mag and lock back the slide to check it myself. It' surprising how many will comment and say "I just checked it." Cool story bro, I didn't.
I have been a gun owners since a 8yrs old. Great community for the most part. My question is universal. Why are the dudes behind the counter such jackwads? Is it so hard to be pleasant when someone approaches them to spent hundreds of dollars? I have gone to online purchases using a local FFL. The hassle of dealing with dealer dusche bags has gotten more than I can stand. And the markups are stupid. Its like they havent heard of the internet yet.
I’ve been a responsible gun owner, Hunter, military veteran, and shooter for more than 60 years but am still amazed at the number of people who handle firearms unsafely in gun stores. For example, people trying the trigger or just examining a gun but waving it all over the place, muzzle-sweeping everyone around them. Another example is folks who don’t either return or accept a firearm by clearing it themselves EVERY SINGLE TIME. Last but not least is those who rest their finger on the trigger all the time it is in their hand. Full disclosure here, even as safety conscious as one can be, there can always be accidents or unintended events. Just don’t let them result in an unintended discharge. Guns are ALWAYS LOADED, & never point a gun at ANYTHING OR ANYONE you don’t intend to shoot. There are other gun safety rules that matter but if you just obey these two herein, you can prevent the great majority of firearm related accidental shootings. Be safe everyone!
I just got my license and want to be only the most responsible gun owner. I have a huge amount to learn and will certainly take classes. Thanks for your comments a) invaluable advice d) reassuring to know there are super responsible firearm owners out there.
I understand & agree w/ everything you said.. Except for trying out the trigger. I don't quite understand what you're saying there. Are you talking about people trying out the trigger while not pointing it down & away from everyone? When I'm in a gun shop, I always ask first if I want to try out the trigger & of course clear it when I get permission (as I always clear it). I'm assuming I'm just misunderstanding what you're saying..? Because I've never been in a gun shop where they felt it's unsafe to safely try out a trigger. The way your sentence is structured.. I suppose you might be talking about ppl waving/muzzle-sweeping, while either examining or trying out the trigger..? That of course would be insane. Do you really see ppl doing that though while trying out the trigger in gun shops? I've definitely seen some ignorant ppl handling firearms in ridiculously unsafe ways. I've just never seen a person at a gun shop dry firing while muzzle sweeping. Sounds like you're a lot older than me though, so I wouldn't doubt it if you've came across more idiots than me. LOL Regardless.. Thank you for your service & God bless!
I joined the army with gun safety already instilled in me because of my dad and he taught me when you get handed a weapon you always clear it and I was stunned by how many people didn’t know how to handle a weapon
Great information from both of you. Thanks for sharing. My father was in the gun business about 50 years. I still go to gun stores with him, just like when I was a kid. Someone we know pointed a gun at him in his house. The guy is a veteran which shocked my Dad. Gun safely is not sometimes it is all the time, no matter where you. My Dad who is in his mid-80s, will never forget that breach of safety, and that man will never be invited to the range. Safety training is just as important as training to shoot.
Last year I joined a The Well Armed Woman shooting club. 4 weeks ago I completed and applied for my Concealed Pistol License. I want to thank you for all these videos you have put out, they have helped me tremendously in being able to pass my test with flying colors! I would love to enter your academy course. Thank you for all you do for us beginners.
Cool that you're doing these videos, I believe it's empowering for women to become comfortable and proficient with firearms. armed society is polite society, well wishes!
I went into a gun store last week and the owner handed me a pistol without checking it. When I checked it he said, “It’s empty” in an annoyed voice. When I handed it back he kept flagging me with it while we talked. I won’t be going back.
I don't want to win Stav, I just wanted to compliment you on a well done interview and congratulate you on your 100/100K accomplishment. I'm always excited to receive a notification of your newest video & they always end much too soon. Regards to Mac and Mila!
I walked into a shop with my wife and teenage daughter (17 at the time) my daughter decided to look at a firearm (this is Texas, mind you), and she swept the store with it… I immediately took the gun away and gave it back to the dealer, then corrected her on what she did. I have had hunters safety courses, so I am very sensitive on firearms safety. The gentleman behind the counter was grateful that I was able to teach her the finer points of firearms safety in a public setting. Good video.
It surprises me your Texan daughter wasn't taught proper gun etiquette by 17. I'm from WI and most kids here have gun safety courses by 10yo and often earlier. I hope you didn't have a gun in the house without teaching your kids about them.
This was a great video and something I needed to know prior to going into my local firearms dealer. I am new to firearms ownership, and want to make sure that when purchasing a home defense pistol I am following the safe and proper protocols when in store. One major concern I had was wanting to test trigger pull, dry fire. So I am extremely grateful you put that into this. Lastly, a great topic that I didnt even think about would be how to manage purchasing a holster with my current fire arm. These were valuable tips and I thank you for that. Well off to my dealer. Thank you again.... D
When I do something stupid, I would appreciate somebody telling me what I did. Far too often I'm confronted by an expert who seems to think I'm just being a jerk.
Right. It is so much easier for these “experts” to criticize rather than educate us. They all forgot how they too started at some point and perhaps made these same mistakes.
I'm happy to have found you. I have my gun, but until today, it stayed in the box while looked for a vault. I joined USCCA, and now have a vault. Currently trying to find lessons and watching as many videos from USCCA.
Congrats! I love that your channel keeps growing. I would love to take the course to educate myself about handling and caring a weapon. I’m waiting for my CC license to arrive and I’m eager to learn. Caring and handling a weapon is still a taboo topic among my culture. I am the first woman in my family to be interested in home and self defense and I want to open the door for the new generation.
I've seen guys walk away from the counter with a handgun to go "select a holster" several aisles away. I've seen guys brandish their own carry gun to "try your holster." Bottom line...some people simply don't use common sense!
I would absolutely love to win!! I've recently started carrying and still get quite nervous while carrying! I am also a mother to 4 children and definitely want to become confident while carrying so I can protect us while out in public. 😃 It really would be so helpful to my whole family!! ❤ ❤ 🔫
For your course, I know that it would be beneficial for me. The reason is because I currently have the ring doorbell in which we get alerts not just of what’s happening at our front steps but around our neighborhood. A lot is happening as far as car thefts, home break ins, as well as deviancy. I have small children at home, while I’d like to learn about protecting them and myself through your course because of the reasons above. It’s something I’ve wanted to do, but am not sure where to start. Thank you!
My roommate as well as myself have a pretty solid system if someone knocks or is on the property after 10 without either of us expecting someone we go ahead and grab our pistols its not a bad neighborhood per say but its not a gated community either and it is in town significantly below national average crime rates but they do happen our dogs also never really freak out about people or noises they dont ever bark unless theyve heard a noise often enough a racoon or some such cause if you come on the property with a gun not holstered or on your back our king shepherd will absolutely attempt to bite your arm wrist or hand and get you to drop it if your daughters have dogs they want to teach this attitude to we just bought nice low powered airsoft pistols and rifles like a hundred and fifty feet per second weve shot each other shirtless point blank with them on our skin obviously before we would ever consider it on the dog hes our big ol baby but it stings a little and left a red spot for like 20 minutes on our skin again get a low powered one please dont hurt your dog just make sure he doesnt like it but it took about 3 or 4 times coming into the yard through the back gate and shooting him in the but cheek with it shepherds are very fast learning intelligent dogs and around the house we carried them holstered so he builds that association between a drawn weapon and a holstered one drawn weapon is bad holstered weapon is ok and wear some kind of forearm and wrist protection otherwise your dog will either think its not ok to take someones gun away with everything hes got or you'll get hurt in the process but I mean we spent maybe a hundred bucks and two weeks periodically training him and he has a very good understanding of what to do if someone who doesnt live there has a weapon out in our yard or house and if someone tries to break in without a weapon im a veteran hes national guard and we hit the range and run drills every two or three weekends we can have it more than handled by the time the cops arrive dont know what your kids price range is but while I personally splurged a little and got a really nice walther that I love glocks arent that expensive and for a first time buyer theyre a solid handguns if you have to go cheap dont get a high point please at least get a taurus again not great handguns but they do the job and I know training can get expensive when the dod isnt paying for it just get a good high and tight hold squeeze the trigger with the pad of your finger and make sure youve got money for a few hundred rounds to familiarize yourself with and start slow no need to be john wick on day one for a first time firearm shooter in general I only put one round in the firearm and have them shoot it before I load full magazines for them took an ex to the range once its not uncommon for people not accostomed to it to freak out a little on that first loud bang or even drop the firearm most guns are drop safe but you can be safe a thousand times and fuck up once and that once is the only one that matters
Always sweep the room, show your firearm expertise with a quick draw, try and load the weapon to verify that it’s the caliber they claim, test the glass countertop for shatter resistance, if possible while waiting for service help the salesman by lecturing another prospective customer on the firearm from your perspective, and finally beat them up on price in a loud tone of voice and demand free ammunition be included. Oh yeah, always mention that the same gun is much cheaper on line!
Why do I need this course? I fit that profile! Took a pistol safety course. Got my CCL. Purchased 3 pistols (and won 2 more) Purchased ammo, holsters, range bag, eye & ear protection, speed loaders, gun safe, and a laser training system. This was back in March and I have yet to fire a bullet thru any of my pistols. 🤦🏼♀️ 🤦🏼♀️ I really enjoyed shooting at my class but still feel so intimidated and afraid to walk into a gun range! Sad but true. Thank You for your channel! I continue to educate myself on shooting and really appreciate your content.
Natalie, look into joining A Girl and A Gun, there may be a local chapter near you. I started shooting in July 2020 and I got involved in the club and have also taken other classes with the same instructor. I’m making new friends, participating in Steel Plate competitions, and no longer afraid to go to the range alone. Just this weekend, we had a Girls Weekend with self defense and legal seminars, a Glock demo with their reps, and a full day of drills at the range today. I have pistol envy btw. I only have two. Congrats and welcome to the sisterhood!
Thank you, Stav for offering your Armed and Confident Course to one lucky person. I hope it is me. I took my first gun safety class in July 2021. One month later, a certified NRA instructor met me at an outdoor range and I was able to try out a few of his guns before purchasing my own. While researching youtube for gun reviews I came across your video where you compared the regular S & W to the Shield Plus. I was so impressed with your review of the Shield Plus that this is the gun that I purchased. I love it. Tomorrow I take my LTC class. I want to conceal and feel confident and comfortable. Most importantly, I want to feel safe carrying a gun and know that the people around me are safe as well. Thank you.
I definitely would benefit from your course during Covid I didn’t really get to practice much, I think anyone who wants to have more confidence should do as many classes as possible.
I am a business owner. During the summer of 2020, I was very disturbed with the numerous riots and business break ins throughout the country. I have decided to become a gun owner. I have purchased a .22LR rifle and a .22LR pistol. I have used these guns to get comfortable with handling guns. I also took a basic gun course at my local gun shop. Now I am feeling comfortable with handling guns, I am about to purchase a 9 mm pistol and train for a CCW permit. I look forward to your videos about carrying a concealed gun.
I learned when I was a kid not to point the sharp end of scissors at other people, and to hand them to someone blunt side towards them. I can't imagine being stupid enough to point a gun at someone else.
I would love the chance to attend your class. You are the reason I bought my first gun, the Smith and Wesson Shield, just like yours. I have watched all of your videos and I love learning from you and the occasional Mac appearance. Your confidence and teaching ability have made a world of difference in my view of firearms and I can’t imagine that I would love guns as much as I do now if I had not run into your channel all that time ago.
If you are going to take a gun into a gun store planning to do something evil, you better go in guns blazing. You have to get everyone that might shoot back before they get the chance.
I’m glad I found this channel. I have daughters and they’re learning to shoot. So it’s nice that they can see a young woman handle and talk about firearms. Keep it up.
I commend the fact that you are trying to educate gun owners and I think it is ok to go to a gun store and hold an unloaded gun without any training. However, ANYONE who actually buys a gun should have a complete and proper training before they own it. I figure you use the same safe handling in a gun store as you would any place else. This means if you own a gun and still don't know exactly how to handle a gun in a gun store then you should not currently handle a gun except under supervision. I also find it strange that a gun store, that I'm sure backs the NRA, wants every American to have the right to conceal carry a loaded gun anywhere they want but not in their gun store. This gun culture never ceases to confuse me.
Being a single woman, in this world we live in, I have decided that I'm going to conceal carry. I took a ccw class and applied for my license. I haven't chosen a gun yet, but I want to and need to get more confident. I heard about your channel in the ccw class from another student in the class. You are so inspirational and confident. You are my inspiration! Thank you for what you do. I would love to win.
Even more scary than visiting a gun store as a newbie, is visiting a gun store in New Jersey as an out of state resident. It is a crime to touch any firearm in the store. I am not sure why anyone would want to touch New Jersey's junk. I wish we could charge the legislatures of states like New Jersey as the criminals they are.
Thank you Stav for all the videos you have posted! They have get a great tool. My dad and I both enjoy them and like to discuss what we saw. A few months ago, I purchased my first gun and obtained my conceal handgun license. I would like to take your course to learn anything and everything I can about being confident to carry.
Interesting video. Here what I do in a Gun Shop: - when I want to bring a Gun to service, repair or such, I have it everytimes in a locked case. I give the person in that shop the key of the case. the gun lays in it with open slide, without a magazine or the empty Magazine lays next to the gun and isn't in the gun. I describe the employee as exactly as I can what I want or what they should do. - when I want to test a new gun I am interested in buying it, I make an appointment with the staff for their range to test it there. I never handle a gun in the store, except a short look before I go to pay it. - because I carry a duty gun in my holster I everytimes let the staff know, I carry a concealed gun, where it is, and that I don't touch it in the store. - my wallet is never on the same side like my gun. my gun is everytimes on my belt on the right side. And my wallet on the left side in the inner pocket of my jacket. - I alway let the staff to know what I want to do, and why I want to do it.
Attended their classes which are great, numerous times emailed the Gun shop but they do not reply EVER. I have bought 3 new handguns in 2 months all from Cabellas in Hudson. They answer the phone.
I had a weird experience at my local gun shop, must be new ownership or something. But they have a new rule that there are to be absolutely no loaded firearms in the shop whatsoever, they explain to me this includes a carry firearm that you are not intending to unholster. They have basically banned open and concealed carry from their store, a gun store, smh. I was carrying my 460 magnum on my hip, and they made me unholster and unload it into a container ON THE SALES FLOOR. So it was safer for me to handle that loaded gun then for it to remain in the holster, needless to say I don’t shop there anymore.
Congratulations, Stav! I took a basic firearms course a few months ago, and realized that there is so much to learn and know. My husband is a firearms instructor and I enjoy learning from him. But I was so happy to find your RUclips channel because I value your knowledge from a female’s perspective. I would love to take your course!
I would like to win a copy of your academy. I have been following you since winning a gun May 1, 2021. I have taken a class and got my WV concealed license but will working on my confidence and gun skills. Congratulations
Me, too! Gosh, I feel so uncomfortable and guilty; I’m even uncomfortable to check out multiple guns from behind the counter! I’ll see one, then too shy to ask about others, lol. I tend to buy online and pick up at my FFL, without getting to check one out first)-:
@@micronious5747 same! That’s why I was so thankful for this video because I really want to full on support my local gun shops instead of just picking up my third party online orders from them.
Just before the world went insane or maybe as it started going full on batshit I was buying a concealed carry pistol having finally gotten my permit. Lady 4-5 feet down the counter is lookie-louing every gun in the .380 case and sweeping the hell out of me, the guy helping me, the employee helping her and everyone else in range. I looked over and asked "Would you please stop sweeping me and others with those guns? It's making me really uncomfortable." and she got all pissy and angry, slammed the gun she had in her hand down bitching that it was empty, the action was open the triggers were locked. On and on. And hey, I don't like guns pointed at me, could you NOT? People are weird.
Stav, congratulations on your new viewers’ level milestone! I do want to thank you for your program! I signed up for your academy school as your channel is deaf friendly visual clues and closed-caption, most of them are, a few of your videos did not provide or was not in English language option but foreign language!
getting back into my guns after a long break(marriage) my brother just bought his first 9mm so we can go shooting as a family . And if i can learn something new from a beautiful woman all ther better.
I would love to win this course for my daughter. She's a relatively new shooter and would benefit greatly from having the direction of an armed and confident female instructor. Congrats on 100K and thanks for the opportunity to win!
Congrats on your milestone! My husband bought me my first gun about a year ago. I carry most days but still feel nervous, I think I could be definitely benefit from your course!
Congratulations Stav that is so exciting! I am so happy I found your channel. I have been learning so much from your videos. I recently made my first purchase and I am now waiting to do my class. I am a mommy of 5 littles and working my way to be more comfortable with EDC. Thank you for making these videos and covering such great topics for us!
Hi :) I would like to win because confidence is what I’m working at. I’m a new gun owner and have ordered a few carry options yet I still don’t feel confident to carry. I recently ordered a Dene Adams product and I’m hoping this will help. I want to feel safe and confident with my gun. Shooting it for the first time ever was very exhilarating. I def would feel more confident with a woman instructor too
Just a word of caution. This is addressing the Senior Citizens. I'm 55 and have my head on straight but, anyone can get to the point while aging that they can get to a point that one should NOT be handling firearms. Good measuring tool is driving habits diminishing as one gets older. Listen to your family or even the stranger at the gas pump who tells you your driving is getting bad. Too many seniors (Boomers) have HUGE egos that need to be put in check. I have even told my children who are adults that if they see me slipping to not be offended and tell me my driving is getting bad before I possibly hurt or kill someone. My kids are more than happy to drive me somewhere. I live in a mid sized midwest town that is rapidly filling up with military and federal government retirees. You see it everyday the bad driving by these individuals who when confronted politely tend to get very angry to the point I seen one get cocky and a younger guy punched him out cold at a gas pump, to be fair the old guy did get into the younger guys personal space a bad breath distance. You get what you get in some cases. You were never a bad ass to begin with, so don't start at age 101. I'm Generation X and my kids tell me how they can see how my generation gets along with their generation a whole lot better that my parents (Boomer) generation does with my X generation. I tell them that Gen X are far better listeners then my parent's generation was and they agree. My kids have a Boomer grandmother that everything goes in one ear and out the other and ALWAYS has to have her way. I like the comments I receive from my kids concerning this. Listening is very important, it can solve a problem if done right before there is a worse problem to confront. Some just need to put spoiled hard egos on a back burner and be an honest listener. Truth can hurt but, one can learn if they are being an adult about it.
The elderly were murdered en masse April 2020. Handling a firearm is far different than handling a ton of high speed metal. Your assessment is fraught with so many irrational points that I’m sure you know very little about the brain or the changes it goes through as one ages. As for how “stubborn” boomers are…we have a generation and a half who thinks a centralized government is a good idea. You might be Gen-X, but you sound like Gen-Y.
@@josephcoon5809 It is not my fault some peoples brains do not work as well as they age and this sometimes translates into poor driving causing deaths and injuries that I deal with daily and see it first hand. So your saying the older BAD drivers are supposed to be given a free pass when they seriously injure or kill innocent people ? Do your research and you will see your Boomer Generation ruined an economy, thats a fact. Your generation is selfish beyond belief, very self centered. After just recently doing a deposition for two accident attorneys and one accident investigator for an accident I witnessed I heard it first hand from them that seniors ARE the number 1 killers on the road today.
@@rtaggs8178 That’s not at all what I said, so your English comprehension is as strong as your neuroscience. Look up “chart of the century” and you’ll see who ruined the economy, son. I can school you on economics as well.
@@rtaggs8178 Here’s how ridiculous your argument is: “3. Youth killed in gun accidents are shot by other youth The majority of people killed in firearm accidents are under age 24, and most of these young people are being shot by someone else, usually someone their own age. The shooter is typically a friend or family member, often an older brother. By contrast, older adults are at a far lower risk of accidental firearm death, and most often are shooting themselves. This article highlights one of the many benefits of the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS). Before the NVDRS, data on the shooter in unintentional gun deaths was not readily available.” - harvard dot edu Now, if we factor in homicides, then we would conclude that those under 24 are the most dangerous with firearms so should not be allowed to drive vehicles. See how ridiculous it is to use the statistics for ONE scenario to make judgements on a completely different scenario? Why didn’t you post the statistics for accidental gun death/injuries perpetrated by older people? That would be far more relevant than mentioning driving habits.
@@josephcoon5809 Sorry but, I have a son with a Phd in Economics so sorry your wrong. See you skipped over the Senior Killer thihg. CDC Injury Center- Drivers 70+ have a higher crash rate per mile than middle-aged drivers 35-54. Drivers 65 and older are 16% more likely to cause an accident than adult drivers between 25 and 64 years of age. One of the attorneys I talked to at the deposition with his firm alone has recovered over $ 100,000,000 in settlements and verdicts, all seniors drivers as the cause. He also has a 98% success rate on settlements and 100% success rate in jury trials, all being seniors drivers as the cause. I don't expect like facts but, there it is. I know your generation is never at fault it is always someone else who is. So you have to stoop to rudeness because you don't like what you read. Guess that is someone else's fault also ?
Love your videos , Stav! I think I would benefit from your course because I recently purchased my first firearm and holster based off your recommendations and I don’t carry as much as I would like for lack of confidence. I would love to gain as much knowledge as I possibly can from you on this subject!
I am a brand new gun owner. I watch your channel all the time because, as a woman, we are often made feel inferior to men when it comes to gun ownership. When I watch you, I feel empowered! The man at the gun shop even complimented me because he knew I did my research. Thanks again.
It doesn't matter how privileged and coddled y'all women are. You'll find SOMETHING to feel oppressed about 😂 Truly the sign of someone who is "empowered" 💀
I love your videos, I always learn something new. I do NEED confidence and practice with firearms. I’ve attended a couple of lady’s events that I really enjoyed.
I was at bass pro shop recently with my girlfriend and as we walk into the gun counter right outside the range we see this old lady holding her pistol in her hand outside the range. She has the slide closed holding it down by her side. My girlfriend was rightly terrified and goes to get a man behind the counter as I tell the lady, ma’am you should probably lock your slide open. The gun shop employee comes and tells her she’s not allowed to have her gun out like that and it’s very alarming and looks dangerous to everyone else. A lot of people were scared and were thinking to call the police but everyone was calmed down. The range master locked the woman’s gun with a trigger lock because she had no holster no case no bag nothing just carried the gun loose in her purse. They told her as she exited the building she could get it unlocked but in the future don’t behave in such an unsafe manner or they wouldn’t allow her. The lady’s gun was unloaded and she did feel bad and apologized. I don’t thinK she meant anything by what she did, she seemed nice, but it just goes to show how important safe firearms handling is. None of us knew the gun was unloaded and it looked like a dangerous situation. If it was a young man like me holding a pistol in his hand instead of an old lady it might’ve been a different situation. Stay safe and stay blessed out there everyone!
I would love your course for my daughter! She is pre teen and terrified of guns. I’ve been trying to teach her and she has been resistant. I think mostly because I’m her “mom” and moms don’t know anything, (remember she’s a pre teen) She gets extremely annoyed with me anytime I try to work with her, and then she stomps off. She’s petite like me, so I worry about her safety and being able to defend herself later on. I looked to buy your course but it wasn’t available. I think this would be a great start for her!! Thank you for your videos. Thank you to Mac also. You both are great!
I just completed a women's self defense class and applied for my concealed carry permit. I would love to give this opportunity as a gift to my adult daughter. I am also new to guns and need to become educated.
I would love to have my wife enrolled in your "Armed and Confident Academy." Although I am proficient in firearms usage and have tried to teach her, she is not a great student for me. Although I am a retired Navy Master Chief (30 years) and an Expert in both pistol and rifle, plus CC Permit. I believe that another woman would be a much better instructor in firearms and help her build her confidence. Thanks, Gene
My father took me and my sister out in the woods when I was 5 years old and taught us gun safety. Yeah I know that's pretty young but better safe than sorry 😐
Good, Smart, Thinking Post ! A share; took a CCW course with every faculty member being police or ex-military shooting instructor. This 10-weekend CCW course included classroom interaction and testing, situational threat assessment, unarmed conflict resolution, weapon retention and weapon extraction, all possible permutations of armed and unarmed force-on-force interactions, criminal and civil legal implications of carrying and use of weapons ( including blades ). After all the above, we trained in a totally immersive firearms simulator. Lastly, on the range with a qualified instructor an arms length behind us, we had to shoot rapid fire ( six shots in less than six seconds ) at two, five and seven yards at a target 1/4 the size of a piece of typing paper. To be signed off on we had to score a MINIMUM of 85% all using the weapon we were going to carry in a concealed holster they approved of. How would your course compare to the above ? One last note- if a person failed to qualify for ANY reason, they had to wait three months to do the WHOLE CLASS over again.
I was looking for a holster, and simply asked via FB messenger how they wanted me to bring it in (I really had no idea what I was looking for - nothing specific). They had no issue with me just carrying it in my purse - their only stipulation was that it be unloaded. When he asked what I had, I just took it out and locked it open and that's how it stayed the whole time. I'm really glad that I asked - I get pretty anxious going to a place where I feel like a total fish out of water, so asking via text beforehand was a good option for me. I encourage anyone else in the same boat to do the same - I can't imagine a store employee EVER being irritated by this simple courtesy. Don't be afraid to ask! It's better than making a big mistake and having your gun knocked from your hand or being yelled at.
Congratulations, Stav!!!! Your channel has been instrumental to my education and awareness. Thank you for being the caliber of person you are… Congratulations!!!! 😉
Gun shop etiquette for the gun shop employees 1). I am the customer. I am buying a gun at your store. Do not peddle your hat, your calendar, your coffee mug or any other merch to me. I do not want it. 2). I am the customer, not your audience. I do not care about your politics or your world view. (Ive been to Africa, so you can trust me when I tell you that I do not agree with you on a great many number of things.) 3). I am the customer, you do not know me nor my living arrangements or the jurisdiction in which I live. Do not tell me that I need a handgun while I'm looking at shotguns. 4). I am the customer and a private citizen, do not announce to everyone in the fucking store as to which vehicle I drive. Its none of their business and frankly its none of your business either.
Stumbled upon your channel I’m new to firearm ownership and just getting my feet wet when it comes to knowledge I know I have a lot more learning a head of me. Also liked that you are a female teaching other females and making it a little less “scary” for use newbies
I was about to say this was your most important videos you've made but then thought about that... they're ALL important. This one I guess hit me because I'm sure most people looking to buy their first wouldn't think about their behavior until they are about to walk into the store. If that makes sense. Great topic.
I am a double amputee and with that i feel that makes me a huge target, On Top of being a smallerish woman. I have been carring for about 6mth consistently but i still feel that if it came down to using it to protect my family, especially if i have my kids without my husband, I wont be confident enough in all the steps i need to safely withdrawal and fire if i needed to. I have been watching your videos since i started this journey and have been learning so much from you, this course i feel would give me that boost of condidence im slacking. But even if i dont win i am truly blessed to come across your channel and learned so much from you. Keep up the amazing work and empowering women! 👏 👏
When I bring my revolver or pistol into the gun store or range, I like to put each one in a clear, one-gallon sized bag, unloaded (of course) with the cylinder out or slide retracted and magazine removed. It immediately shows that the firearm is not in a firing condition.
Recent subscriber, and love your videos :) I have a license to carry a few months ago and still learn so much from all your videos (currently reading "The New Super Power for Women" which you recommended. It's great, btw!). Probably the giveaway spot in your class should go to someone who's even more of a newbie than me, but *just in case*, I would love to learn more from you because everything I've seen already has been so informative and useful. I am a singleton and only 4'11", so anything I can learn about self-defense and carrying with confidence would be beneficial!
Used to work part time in a gun store. Owner pointed out one day, "When dealing with people, never forget that half the people you'll meet today are below average in intelligence." He later expanded on that when he told me, "And average isn't all that high."
I would benefit from the course because I’m trying to enter the police academy and the NAVY later on. And I feel that this course could truly be of help.
I’d love to win your course because my husband recently convinced me to learn how to shoot (FINALLY) and I’ve since discovered I LOVE it. That being said, there’s SO MUCH to learn and I think your course would allow me to dive deeper into learning how to be a safe and responsible gun owner AND have fun! (Plus, my hubby would be so happy because we’d be enjoying this new-found passion together!!).
I've taken all the courses MFS had through the Framingham and Holliston locations. My wife has taken a couple, but still doesn't have the confidence needed to shoot. She has trouble racking the slides on my firearms, probablyan EZ for her. I think the course would be good for her.
Oh my goodness!!! I just got my concealed carry permit at age 63. I would LOVE to go thru your academy, and it could only get better if I won my class. I've been watching on and off for over a year now and I'm right handed but I aim with my left eye. My right arm is very shaky and weak so I'm thinking I may need to learn to shoot left handed. I haven't been shooting in over 30 years now, so I'm basically a beginner. I'm wondering if that Mantis? setup for practice would be helpful for me? My partner thinks a small revolver may be better for me since I have trouble racking the slide. However I plan to carry on my body and I wonder if a revolver would be too bulky. What do you think?
Awesome accomplishment Stav! 🥳👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Way to go! Your hard work shows & all of us benefit from your commitment to excellence & training! Thank you! I’m so happy I discovered your channel! I’d LOVE to win your course because I’m the type of person that naturally shares w/ others what I learn & I constantly refer others to GREAT resources like yours! So I can help multiply your great efforts! Plus, I just plain need the training. 😁 It’s important!!! And I love your style & method of training. ☺️ Keep up the great work! 👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I am a 70 year old senior who has only dry-fired my new pistol (I just recently purchased my first pistol - a Sig Sauer 365XL as well as my first rifle - an AR15). I bought quite a bit of ammo for the pistol and less for the rifle. Because I need to be frugle and the cost of ammo is pretty expensive for my budget I opted to buy an X-10 Elite to practice with in my house. I live in a subdivision in Texas and have become concerned about my safety because of issues at the Texas Southern Border. I would SO appreciate free tuition to your new course. I have been watching your You Tube videos since the pandemic started and they gave me the courage to venture out and buy these new guns. I know that the course would up my 'courage factor' a good bit more. Thank you for your kind consideration. Lynn Rowan
I really like what you said about "if you don't know what to do, just ask." VERY important consideration.
And it extends way beyond gun store etiquette.
I'm a old retired cop. You are doing a valuable and much needed service. I've been a firearms instructor in both the military and my civilian careers, but never considered the gun store etiquette the new gun buyer needs to be familiar with to not feel like a fool. You have done a real service to many people that were lost about what to do safely. I commend your actions.
I'll pray for you.. you lied for a living. For the love of money.. i.e. job. You know what God calls liars? Sons of satan. Supreme court said ok to lie. Supreme being said not ok. You can only serve one master. You seem proud to be a retired lier? Why I say this. Few if any cops in heaven I think. Stop bragging about being a paid lier for years. And brag about finding God. God bless
*an old
Cops have the most recordable documented weapons handling records.
As a civilian, please educate yourself more.
Why be called a fool just because you dont know the etiquette of a shop you may never been into before. That's the store staff to educate the customer IMHO.
I came here just for the info in case I go into a store with my pistol. I'm glad to have come across this. Video for the informational value of it
Although I have been using/owning firearms for almost 60 years, an Army Infantry vet and a certified NRA instructor I found this video to be very well presented, quite informative for new firearms owners and a good brush up for those so called experienced gun owners.
You probably are wondering why I watched your presentation. I personally seen several incidents over the years of supposedly experienced people at gun stores with some rather bad habits and questionable handling skills.
Good job young lady.
Yes daddy.. :/
so full of yourself but too little recognition...
Seeks attention on yt. like little dancing girls on Tiktok.
I originally subscribed when I was looking for a channel that addressed women because I have two adult daughters. Recently I even sent your link to my neighbor asking for carry options. I am licensed and carry but I would love to have my daughter take the course. Sometimes it’s better to have someone other than dad teaching you!
A girl I work with just got just got her 1st gun. She's been to the range once and is still nervous. She is a single mom and stylish like you. I would very much like to give her this subscription to your class if I win.
I have really learned a lot from your videos. I would love to take your course and want to feel best prepared to defend myself and my family. Feeling vulnerable and would really love the chance to take your course!
Give her time. Rome wasn't built in a day and basic marksmanship fundamentals takes time to master. As long as she puts in the work she will eventually get the hang of things.
I’m a beginner and I have found that working with a professional and taking lessons at least once a month has been tremendously helpful and we do it at an outdoor range.
I hope you win just because your not thinking of yourself
I only teach single cougars, moms and dog moms lol.
I have recommended this young lady's channel to several women. I think she is amazing; she instills confidence, puts people at ease so they don't feel embarrassed to ask a question and imparts some great advice on safety, holsters for women's various outfits, etc. She is really an amazing person.
Thank you Paul and thank you for sharing my channel!
I agree, Paul. I just subbed to her channel!
She resembles my Daughter...smart, sweet & petite (oh and of course Beautiful) 🙏✝️🙏
I always find it funny when gun store guys check the weapon, drop the slide and put the mag back in then hand it to me because then I immediately drop the mag and lock back the slide to check it myself. It' surprising how many will comment and say "I just checked it." Cool story bro, I didn't.
I do the same thing but never got that comment from and then I ask to dry fire and give him back the gun and mag separately
I have been a gun owners since a 8yrs old. Great community for the most part. My question is universal. Why are the dudes behind the counter such jackwads? Is it so hard to be pleasant when someone approaches them to spent hundreds of dollars? I have gone to online purchases using a local FFL. The hassle of dealing with dealer dusche bags has gotten more than I can stand. And the markups are stupid. Its like they havent heard of the internet yet.
I’ve been a responsible gun owner, Hunter, military veteran, and shooter for more than 60 years but am still amazed at the number of people who handle firearms unsafely in gun stores. For example, people trying the trigger or just examining a gun but waving it all over the place, muzzle-sweeping everyone around them. Another example is folks who don’t either return or accept a firearm by clearing it themselves EVERY SINGLE TIME. Last but not least is those who rest their finger on the trigger all the time it is in their hand. Full disclosure here, even as safety conscious as one can be, there can always be accidents or unintended events. Just don’t let them result in an unintended discharge. Guns are ALWAYS LOADED, & never point a gun at ANYTHING OR ANYONE you don’t intend to shoot. There are other gun safety rules that matter but if you just obey these two herein, you can prevent the great majority of firearm related accidental shootings. Be safe everyone!
Right you are!!
I just got my license and want to be only the most responsible gun owner. I have a huge amount to learn and will certainly take classes. Thanks for your comments a) invaluable advice d) reassuring to know there are super responsible firearm owners out there.
I understand & agree w/ everything you said.. Except for trying out the trigger. I don't quite understand what you're saying there. Are you talking about people trying out the trigger while not pointing it down & away from everyone? When I'm in a gun shop, I always ask first if I want to try out the trigger & of course clear it when I get permission (as I always clear it). I'm assuming I'm just misunderstanding what you're saying..? Because I've never been in a gun shop where they felt it's unsafe to safely try out a trigger.
The way your sentence is structured.. I suppose you might be talking about ppl waving/muzzle-sweeping, while either examining or trying out the trigger..?
That of course would be insane. Do you really see ppl doing that though while trying out the trigger in gun shops? I've definitely seen some ignorant ppl handling firearms in ridiculously unsafe ways. I've just never seen a person at a gun shop dry firing while muzzle sweeping. Sounds like you're a lot older than me though, so I wouldn't doubt it if you've came across more idiots than me. LOL
Regardless.. Thank you for your service & God bless!
I joined the army with gun safety already instilled in me because of my dad and he taught me when you get handed a weapon you always clear it and I was stunned by how many people didn’t know how to handle a weapon
My dad has always told me treat every gun you handle like it’s loaded muzzle down finger off the trigger and just cautious in general
Great information from both of you. Thanks for sharing. My father was in the gun business about 50 years. I still go to gun stores with him, just like when I was a kid. Someone we know pointed a gun at him in his house. The guy is a veteran which shocked my Dad. Gun safely is not sometimes it is all the time, no matter where you. My Dad who is in his mid-80s, will never forget that breach of safety, and that man will never be invited to the range. Safety training is just as important as training to shoot.
Congrats on your 100K, little sister! So proud of you. ❤❤ Love you! Keep up the great work.
Last year I joined a The Well Armed Woman shooting club. 4 weeks ago I completed and applied for my Concealed Pistol License. I want to thank you for all these videos you have put out, they have helped me tremendously in being able to pass my test with flying colors! I would love to enter your academy course. Thank you for all you do for us beginners.
Cool that you're doing these videos, I believe it's empowering for women to become comfortable and proficient with firearms. armed society is polite society, well wishes!
She really knows what she is talking about... and I have to admit not hard on the eyes.
@@hanc37 Nah, you don't have to admit that. Don't be creepy.
I went into a gun store last week and the owner handed me a pistol without checking it. When I checked it he said, “It’s empty” in an annoyed voice. When I handed it back he kept flagging me with it while we talked. I won’t be going back.
I don't want to win Stav, I just wanted to compliment you on a well done interview and congratulate you on your 100/100K accomplishment. I'm always excited to receive a notification of your newest video & they always end much too soon. Regards to Mac and Mila!
I walked into a shop with my wife and teenage daughter (17 at the time) my daughter decided to look at a firearm (this is Texas, mind you), and she swept the store with it… I immediately took the gun away and gave it back to the dealer, then corrected her on what she did. I have had hunters safety courses, so I am very sensitive on firearms safety. The gentleman behind the counter was grateful that I was able to teach her the finer points of firearms safety in a public setting. Good video.
It surprises me your Texan daughter wasn't taught proper gun etiquette by 17. I'm from WI and most kids here have gun safety courses by 10yo and often earlier. I hope you didn't have a gun in the house without teaching your kids about them.
This was a great video and something I needed to know prior to going into my local firearms dealer. I am new to firearms ownership, and want to make sure that when purchasing a home defense pistol I am following the safe and proper protocols when in store. One major concern I had was wanting to test trigger pull, dry fire. So I am extremely grateful you put that into this. Lastly, a great topic that I didnt even think about would be how to manage purchasing a holster with my current fire arm. These were valuable tips and I thank you for that. Well off to my dealer. Thank you again.... D
I'm so glad it was helpful to you!!
When I do something stupid, I would appreciate somebody telling me what I did. Far too often I'm confronted by an expert who seems to think I'm just being a jerk.
Right. It is so much easier for these “experts” to criticize rather than educate us. They all forgot how they too started at some point and perhaps made these same mistakes.
More people needs to hear this. I would love for my wife to attend your course !. Thanks for all you do .
I'm happy to have found you. I have my gun, but until today, it stayed in the box while looked for a vault. I joined USCCA, and now have a vault. Currently trying to find lessons and watching as many videos from USCCA.
Congrats! I love that your channel keeps growing. I would love to take the course to educate myself about handling and caring a weapon. I’m waiting for my CC license to arrive and I’m eager to learn. Caring and handling a weapon is still a taboo topic among my culture. I am the first woman in my family to be interested in home and self defense and I want to open the door for the new generation.
I,was,told,by,my,local,gunstore,owner,”the.sign,on,the,door,forbidding,concealed,carry,does,not,apply,t,you,I,know,you’re,not,do,anything,stupid,with,it”,I,thanked.her,and,went,on,into,the,store,with,my,well,concealed,Glock,g23.Needless,to,say,I,had,spent,thousands,in,there,and,regularly,shot,at,their,indoor,range
I've seen guys walk away from the counter with a handgun to go "select a holster" several aisles away. I've seen guys brandish their own carry gun to "try your holster." Bottom line...some people simply don't use common sense!
I would absolutely love to win!! I've recently started carrying and still get quite nervous while carrying! I am also a mother to 4 children and definitely want to become confident while carrying so I can protect us while out in public. 😃 It really would be so helpful to my whole family!! ❤ ❤ 🔫
So many people will do everything to protect themselves BUT buy a gun. There is such a big fear of guns nowadays.
For your course, I know that it would be beneficial for me. The reason is because I currently have the ring doorbell in which we get alerts not just of what’s happening at our front steps but around our neighborhood. A lot is happening as far as car thefts, home break ins, as well as deviancy. I have small children at home, while I’d like to learn about protecting them and myself through your course because of the reasons above. It’s something I’ve wanted to do, but am not sure where to start. Thank you!
My roommate as well as myself have a pretty solid system if someone knocks or is on the property after 10 without either of us expecting someone we go ahead and grab our pistols its not a bad neighborhood per say but its not a gated community either and it is in town significantly below national average crime rates but they do happen our dogs also never really freak out about people or noises they dont ever bark unless theyve heard a noise often enough a racoon or some such cause if you come on the property with a gun not holstered or on your back our king shepherd will absolutely attempt to bite your arm wrist or hand and get you to drop it if your daughters have dogs they want to teach this attitude to we just bought nice low powered airsoft pistols and rifles like a hundred and fifty feet per second weve shot each other shirtless point blank with them on our skin obviously before we would ever consider it on the dog hes our big ol baby but it stings a little and left a red spot for like 20 minutes on our skin again get a low powered one please dont hurt your dog just make sure he doesnt like it but it took about 3 or 4 times coming into the yard through the back gate and shooting him in the but cheek with it shepherds are very fast learning intelligent dogs and around the house we carried them holstered so he builds that association between a drawn weapon and a holstered one drawn weapon is bad holstered weapon is ok and wear some kind of forearm and wrist protection otherwise your dog will either think its not ok to take someones gun away with everything hes got or you'll get hurt in the process but I mean we spent maybe a hundred bucks and two weeks periodically training him and he has a very good understanding of what to do if someone who doesnt live there has a weapon out in our yard or house and if someone tries to break in without a weapon im a veteran hes national guard and we hit the range and run drills every two or three weekends we can have it more than handled by the time the cops arrive dont know what your kids price range is but while I personally splurged a little and got a really nice walther that I love glocks arent that expensive and for a first time buyer theyre a solid handguns if you have to go cheap dont get a high point please at least get a taurus again not great handguns but they do the job and I know training can get expensive when the dod isnt paying for it just get a good high and tight hold squeeze the trigger with the pad of your finger and make sure youve got money for a few hundred rounds to familiarize yourself with and start slow no need to be john wick on day one for a first time firearm shooter in general I only put one round in the firearm and have them shoot it before I load full magazines for them took an ex to the range once its not uncommon for people not accostomed to it to freak out a little on that first loud bang or even drop the firearm most guns are drop safe but you can be safe a thousand times and fuck up once and that once is the only one that matters
Always sweep the room, show your firearm expertise with a quick draw, try and load the weapon to verify that it’s the caliber they claim, test the glass countertop for shatter resistance, if possible while waiting for service help the salesman by lecturing another prospective customer on the firearm from your perspective, and finally beat them up on price in a loud tone of voice and demand free ammunition be included. Oh yeah, always mention that the same gun is much cheaper on line!
Why do I need this course? I fit that profile! Took a pistol safety course. Got my CCL. Purchased 3 pistols (and won 2 more) Purchased ammo, holsters, range bag, eye & ear protection, speed loaders, gun safe, and a laser training system. This was back in March and I have yet to fire a bullet thru any of my pistols. 🤦🏼♀️ 🤦🏼♀️ I really enjoyed shooting at my class but still feel so intimidated and afraid to walk into a gun range! Sad but true. Thank You for your channel! I continue to educate myself on shooting and really appreciate your content.
People at gun ranges are nicer and more helpful than people at golf ranges. Get out there and have some fun
Natalie, look into joining A Girl and A Gun, there may be a local chapter near you. I started shooting in July 2020 and I got involved in the club and have also taken other classes with the same instructor. I’m making new friends, participating in Steel Plate competitions, and no longer afraid to go to the range alone. Just this weekend, we had a Girls Weekend with self defense and legal seminars, a Glock demo with their reps, and a full day of drills at the range today. I have pistol envy btw. I only have two. Congrats and welcome to the sisterhood!
Nicki Lynn wow! That's an awesome club! Hoping I can find something like that near me!!
Nice. This has been on my mind.
Thank you, Stav for offering your Armed and Confident Course to one lucky person. I hope it is me. I took my first gun safety class in July 2021. One month later, a certified NRA instructor met me at an outdoor range and I was able to try out a few of his guns before purchasing my own. While researching youtube for gun reviews I came across your video where you compared the regular S & W to the Shield Plus. I was so impressed with your review of the Shield Plus that this is the gun that I purchased. I love it. Tomorrow I take my LTC class. I want to conceal and feel confident and comfortable. Most importantly, I want to feel safe carrying a gun and know that the people around me are safe as well. Thank you.
I definitely would benefit from your course during Covid I didn’t really get to practice much, I think anyone who wants to have more confidence should do as many classes as possible.
I am a business owner. During the summer of 2020, I was very disturbed with the numerous riots and business break ins throughout the country. I have decided to become a gun owner. I have purchased a .22LR rifle and a .22LR pistol. I have used these guns to get comfortable with handling guns. I also took a basic gun course at my local gun shop. Now I am feeling comfortable with handling guns,
I am about to purchase a 9 mm pistol and train for a CCW permit. I look forward to your videos about carrying a concealed gun.
I learned when I was a kid not to point the sharp end of scissors at other people, and to hand them to someone blunt side towards them. I can't imagine being stupid enough to point a gun at someone else.
I would love the chance to attend your class. You are the reason I bought my first gun, the Smith and Wesson Shield, just like yours. I have watched all of your videos and I love learning from you and the occasional Mac appearance. Your confidence and teaching ability have made a world of difference in my view of firearms and I can’t imagine that I would love guns as much as I do now if I had not run into your channel all that time ago.
If you are going to take a gun into a gun store planning to do something evil, you better go in guns blazing. You have to get everyone that might shoot back before they get the chance.
I’m glad I found this channel. I have daughters and they’re learning to shoot. So it’s nice that they can see a young woman handle and talk about firearms. Keep it up.
Thank you so much!! I hope they get some value out of my videos :) Best of luck to your daughters!
I commend the fact that you are trying to educate gun owners and I think it is ok to go to a gun store and hold an unloaded gun without any training. However, ANYONE who actually buys a gun should have a complete and proper training before they own it. I figure you use the same safe handling in a gun store as you would any place else. This means if you own a gun and still don't know exactly how to handle a gun in a gun store then you should not currently handle a gun except under supervision. I also find it strange that a gun store, that I'm sure backs the NRA, wants every American to have the right to conceal carry a loaded gun anywhere they want but not in their gun store. This gun culture never ceases to confuse me.
Being a single woman, in this world we live in, I have decided that I'm going to conceal carry. I took a ccw class and applied for my license. I haven't chosen a gun yet, but I want to and need to get more confident. I heard about your channel in the ccw class from another student in the class. You are so inspirational and confident. You are my inspiration! Thank you for what you do. I would love to win.
Even more scary than visiting a gun store as a newbie, is visiting a gun store in New Jersey as an out of state resident. It is a crime to touch any firearm in the store. I am not sure why anyone would want to touch New Jersey's junk. I wish we could charge the legislatures of states like New Jersey as the criminals they are.
Love, love you. I just learn so much every time I watch you. I always walk away saying to myself
“ oh that’s why or oh now that makes perfect sense “.
A gun shop in Mass? That is like an S&M shop on Main St in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Thank you Stav for all the videos you have posted! They have get a great tool. My dad and I both enjoy them and like to discuss what we saw. A few months ago, I purchased my first gun and obtained my conceal handgun license. I would like to take your course to learn anything and everything I can about being confident to carry.
Interesting video. Here what I do in a Gun Shop:
- when I want to bring a Gun to service, repair or such, I have it everytimes in a locked case. I give the person in that shop the key of the case. the gun lays in it with open slide, without a magazine or the empty Magazine lays next to the gun and isn't in the gun. I describe the employee as exactly as I can what I want or what they should do.
- when I want to test a new gun I am interested in buying it, I make an appointment with the staff for their range to test it there. I never handle a gun in the store, except a short look before I go to pay it.
- because I carry a duty gun in my holster I everytimes let the staff know, I carry a concealed gun, where it is, and that I don't touch it in the store.
- my wallet is never on the same side like my gun. my gun is everytimes on my belt on the right side. And my wallet on the left side in the inner pocket of my jacket.
- I alway let the staff to know what I want to do, and why I want to do it.
Very well done. Not all people know how to handle firearms especially in public. Simple and to the point.
Attended their classes which are great, numerous times emailed the Gun shop but they do not reply EVER. I have bought 3 new handguns in 2 months all from Cabellas in Hudson. They answer the phone.
Absolutely. Treat EVERY gun as if it's loader, and NEVER point it at anyone you don't intend to shoot.
I had a weird experience at my local gun shop, must be new ownership or something. But they have a new rule that there are to be absolutely no loaded firearms in the shop whatsoever, they explain to me this includes a carry firearm that you are not intending to unholster. They have basically banned open and concealed carry from their store, a gun store, smh. I was carrying my 460 magnum on my hip, and they made me unholster and unload it into a container ON THE SALES FLOOR. So it was safer for me to handle that loaded gun then for it to remain in the holster, needless to say I don’t shop there anymore.
Congratulations, Stav! I took a basic firearms course a few months ago, and realized that there is so much to learn and know. My husband is a firearms instructor and I enjoy learning from him. But I was so happy to find your RUclips channel because I value your knowledge from a female’s perspective. I would love to take your course!
I would like to win a copy of your academy. I have been following you since winning a gun May 1, 2021. I have taken a class and got my WV concealed license but will working on my confidence and gun skills. Congratulations
Yes! For some reason I’m always scared I’m going to do something wrong a gun shop 😂
No worries tell them that you're new and need some help. They we help you out if you're honest. Great people when you're really honest. Blessings
Training Academy sounds awesome. Newbie here.
Me too!! 😂😂
Me, too! Gosh, I feel so uncomfortable and guilty; I’m even uncomfortable to check out multiple guns from behind the counter! I’ll see one, then too shy to ask about others, lol. I tend to buy online and pick up at my FFL, without getting to check one out first)-:
@@micronious5747 same! That’s why I was so thankful for this video because I really want to full on support my local gun shops instead of just picking up my third party online orders from them.
So you’re saying I can’t come in and repeatedly dry fire a 4K Wilson Combat 1911? Can’t shop at your store then 😂
Just before the world went insane or maybe as it started going full on batshit I was buying a concealed carry pistol having finally gotten my permit. Lady 4-5 feet down the counter is lookie-louing every gun in the .380 case and sweeping the hell out of me, the guy helping me, the employee helping her and everyone else in range. I looked over and asked "Would you please stop sweeping me and others with those guns? It's making me really uncomfortable." and she got all pissy and angry, slammed the gun she had in her hand down bitching that it was empty, the action was open the triggers were locked. On and on. And hey, I don't like guns pointed at me, could you NOT? People are weird.
Thanks for this. I'm brand new to firearms. Super helpful.
Congratulations, well deserved!!
I’m sure there’s more to come!!!
I went to a gun shop looking and the EMPLOYEE pointed the empty gun at me ....last time I went to that store!
Stav, congratulations on your new viewers’ level milestone! I do want to thank you for your program! I signed up for your academy school as your channel is deaf friendly visual clues and closed-caption, most of them are, a few of your videos did not provide or was not in English language option but foreign language!
getting back into my guns after a long break(marriage) my brother just bought his first 9mm so we can go shooting as a family . And if i can learn something new from a beautiful woman all ther better.
I would love to win this course for my daughter. She's a relatively new shooter and would benefit greatly from having the direction of an armed and confident female instructor. Congrats on 100K and thanks for the opportunity to win!
Instant sub once I saw you're in MA. Looking forward to learning more stuff from your channel that's applicable to this state
Congrats on your milestone! My husband bought me my first gun about a year ago. I carry most days but still feel nervous, I think I could be definitely benefit from your course!
I liked your video on gun shop etiquette. Could you please expand on that to include rifle etiquette.
Congratulations Stav that is so exciting! I am so happy I found your channel. I have been learning so much from your videos. I recently made my first purchase and I am now waiting to do my class. I am a mommy of 5 littles and working my way to be more comfortable with EDC. Thank you for making these videos and covering such great topics for us!
Hi :) I would like to win because confidence is what I’m working at. I’m a new gun owner and have ordered a few carry options yet I still don’t feel confident to carry. I recently ordered a Dene Adams product and I’m hoping this will help. I want to feel safe and confident with my gun. Shooting it for the first time ever was very exhilarating. I def would feel more confident with a woman instructor too
I would love to feel more confident in every day carry. Your videos are so very helpful!
Yay congrats!!!!!! My gf would be ecstatic to win! She loves you
Just a word of caution. This is addressing the Senior Citizens. I'm 55 and have my head on straight but, anyone can get to the point while aging that they can get to a point that one should NOT be handling firearms. Good measuring tool is driving habits diminishing as one gets older. Listen to your family or even the stranger at the gas pump who tells you your driving is getting bad. Too many seniors (Boomers) have HUGE egos that need to be put in check. I have even told my children who are adults that if they see me slipping to not be offended and tell me my driving is getting bad before I possibly hurt or kill someone. My kids are more than happy to drive me somewhere. I live in a mid sized midwest town that is rapidly filling up with military and federal government retirees. You see it everyday the bad driving by these individuals who when confronted politely tend to get very angry to the point I seen one get cocky and a younger guy punched him out cold at a gas pump, to be fair the old guy did get into the younger guys personal space a bad breath distance. You get what you get in some cases. You were never a bad ass to begin with, so don't start at age 101. I'm Generation X and my kids tell me how they can see how my generation gets along with their generation a whole lot better that my parents (Boomer) generation does with my X generation. I tell them that Gen X are far better listeners then my parent's generation was and they agree. My kids have a Boomer grandmother that everything goes in one ear and out the other and ALWAYS has to have her way. I like the comments I receive from my kids concerning this. Listening is very important, it can solve a problem if done right before there is a worse problem to confront. Some just need to put spoiled hard egos on a back burner and be an honest listener. Truth can hurt but, one can learn if they are being an adult about it.
The elderly were murdered en masse April 2020.
Handling a firearm is far different than handling a ton of high speed metal. Your assessment is fraught with so many irrational points that I’m sure you know very little about the brain or the changes it goes through as one ages.
As for how “stubborn” boomers are…we have a generation and a half who thinks a centralized government is a good idea. You might be Gen-X, but you sound like Gen-Y.
@@josephcoon5809 It is not my fault some peoples brains do not work as well as they age and this sometimes translates into poor driving causing deaths and injuries that I deal with daily and see it first hand. So your saying the older BAD drivers are supposed to be given a free pass when they seriously injure or kill innocent people ? Do your research and you will see your Boomer Generation ruined an economy, thats a fact. Your generation is selfish beyond belief, very self centered. After just recently doing a deposition for two accident attorneys and one accident investigator for an accident I witnessed I heard it first hand from them that seniors ARE the number 1 killers on the road today.
@@rtaggs8178 That’s not at all what I said, so your English comprehension is as strong as your neuroscience.
Look up “chart of the century” and you’ll see who ruined the economy, son. I can school you on economics as well.
@@rtaggs8178 Here’s how ridiculous your argument is:
“3. Youth killed in gun accidents are shot by other youth
The majority of people killed in firearm accidents are under age 24, and most of these young people are being shot by someone else, usually someone their own age. The shooter is typically a friend or family member, often an older brother. By contrast, older adults are at a far lower risk of accidental firearm death, and most often are shooting themselves. This article highlights one of the many benefits of the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS). Before the NVDRS, data on the shooter in unintentional gun deaths was not readily available.” - harvard dot edu
Now, if we factor in homicides, then we would conclude that those under 24 are the most dangerous with firearms so should not be allowed to drive vehicles.
See how ridiculous it is to use the statistics for ONE scenario to make judgements on a completely different scenario?
Why didn’t you post the statistics for accidental gun death/injuries perpetrated by older people? That would be far more relevant than mentioning driving habits.
@@josephcoon5809 Sorry but, I have a son with a Phd in Economics so sorry your wrong. See you skipped over the Senior Killer thihg. CDC Injury Center- Drivers 70+ have a higher crash rate per mile than middle-aged drivers 35-54. Drivers 65 and older are 16% more likely to cause an accident than adult drivers between 25 and 64 years of age. One of the attorneys I talked to at the deposition with his firm alone has recovered over $ 100,000,000 in settlements and verdicts, all seniors drivers as the cause. He also has a 98% success rate on settlements and 100% success rate in jury trials, all being seniors drivers as the cause. I don't expect like facts but, there it is. I know your generation is never at fault it is always someone else who is. So you have to stoop to rudeness because you don't like what you read. Guess that is someone else's fault also ?
Love your videos , Stav! I think I would benefit from your course because I recently purchased my first firearm and holster based off your recommendations and I don’t carry as much as I would like for lack of confidence. I would love to gain as much knowledge as I possibly can from you on this subject!
I am a brand new gun owner. I watch your channel all the time because, as a woman, we are often made feel inferior to men when it comes to gun ownership. When I watch you, I feel empowered! The man at the gun shop even complimented me because he knew I did my research. Thanks again.
It doesn't matter how privileged and coddled y'all women are. You'll find SOMETHING to feel oppressed about 😂
Truly the sign of someone who is "empowered" 💀
I love your videos, I always learn something new. I do NEED confidence and practice with firearms. I’ve attended a couple of lady’s events that I really enjoyed.
I was at bass pro shop recently with my girlfriend and as we walk into the gun counter right outside the range we see this old lady holding her pistol in her hand outside the range. She has the slide closed holding it down by her side. My girlfriend was rightly terrified and goes to get a man behind the counter as I tell the lady, ma’am you should probably lock your slide open. The gun shop employee comes and tells her she’s not allowed to have her gun out like that and it’s very alarming and looks dangerous to everyone else. A lot of people were scared and were thinking to call the police but everyone was calmed down. The range master locked the woman’s gun with a trigger lock because she had no holster no case no bag nothing just carried the gun loose in her purse. They told her as she exited the building she could get it unlocked but in the future don’t behave in such an unsafe manner or they wouldn’t allow her. The lady’s gun was unloaded and she did feel bad and apologized. I don’t thinK she meant anything by what she did, she seemed nice, but it just goes to show how important safe firearms handling is. None of us knew the gun was unloaded and it looked like a dangerous situation. If it was a young man like me holding a pistol in his hand instead of an old lady it might’ve been a different situation. Stay safe and stay blessed out there everyone!
I would love your course for my daughter! She is pre teen and terrified of guns. I’ve been trying to teach her and she has been resistant.
I think mostly because I’m her “mom” and moms don’t know anything, (remember she’s a pre teen) She gets extremely annoyed with me anytime I try to work with her, and then she stomps off.
She’s petite like me, so I worry about her safety and being able to defend herself later on. I looked to buy your course but it wasn’t available. I think this would be a great start for her!! Thank you for your videos. Thank you to Mac also. You both are great!
I'm surprised she is in Massachusetts. That state is almost as liberal to NYS.
Wow, I thought all of the guns in Massachusetts were in museums now a days.
I just completed a women's self defense class and applied for my concealed carry permit. I would love to give this opportunity as a gift to my adult daughter. I am also new to guns and need to become educated.
I would love to have my wife enrolled in your "Armed and Confident Academy." Although I am proficient in firearms usage and have tried to teach her, she is not a great student for me. Although I am a retired Navy Master Chief (30 years) and an Expert in both pistol and rifle, plus CC Permit. I believe that another woman would be a much better instructor in firearms and help her build her confidence. Thanks, Gene
My father took me and my sister out in the woods when I was 5 years old and taught us gun safety. Yeah I know that's pretty young but better safe than sorry 😐
Young is relative.
Stave you are a natural teacher, very clear and helpful. 100 videos, and I think I've seen all of them. Thanks to you, and congratulations .
Proper gun etiquette in a gun shop is to buy one.
Good, Smart, Thinking Post ! A share; took a CCW course with every faculty member being police or ex-military shooting instructor. This 10-weekend CCW course included classroom interaction and testing, situational threat assessment, unarmed conflict resolution, weapon retention and weapon extraction, all possible permutations of armed and unarmed force-on-force interactions, criminal and civil legal implications of carrying and use of weapons ( including blades ). After all the above, we trained in a totally immersive firearms simulator. Lastly, on the range with a qualified instructor an arms length behind us, we had to shoot rapid fire ( six shots in less than six seconds ) at two, five and seven yards at a target 1/4 the size of a piece of typing paper. To be signed off on we had to score a MINIMUM of 85% all using the weapon we were going to carry in a concealed holster they approved of. How would your course compare to the above ? One last note- if a person failed to qualify for ANY reason, they had to wait three months to do the WHOLE CLASS over again.
Dang cant believe.. well actually I can believe you've reached 100k. Congrats!!
Good topic and well done. Unfortunately the people that need this the most dont care to learn.
Great video! I'm a new CCW and would like to learn as much as I can!
I was looking for a holster, and simply asked via FB messenger how they wanted me to bring it in (I really had no idea what I was looking for - nothing specific). They had no issue with me just carrying it in my purse - their only stipulation was that it be unloaded. When he asked what I had, I just took it out and locked it open and that's how it stayed the whole time. I'm really glad that I asked - I get pretty anxious going to a place where I feel like a total fish out of water, so asking via text beforehand was a good option for me. I encourage anyone else in the same boat to do the same - I can't imagine a store employee EVER being irritated by this simple courtesy. Don't be afraid to ask! It's better than making a big mistake and having your gun knocked from your hand or being yelled at.
Congratulations, Stav!!!! Your channel has been instrumental to my education and awareness. Thank you for being the caliber of person you are… Congratulations!!!! 😉
Gun shop etiquette for the gun shop employees
1). I am the customer. I am buying a gun at your store. Do not peddle your hat, your calendar, your coffee mug or any other merch to me. I do not want it.
2). I am the customer, not your audience. I do not care about your politics or your world view. (Ive been to Africa, so you can trust me when I tell you that I do not agree with you on a great many number of things.)
3). I am the customer, you do not know me nor my living arrangements or the jurisdiction in which I live. Do not tell me that I need a handgun while I'm looking at shotguns.
4). I am the customer and a private citizen, do not announce to everyone in the fucking store as to which vehicle I drive. Its none of their business and frankly its none of your business either.
Stumbled upon your channel I’m new to firearm ownership and just getting my feet wet when it comes to knowledge I know I have a lot more learning a head of me. Also liked that you are a female teaching other females and making it a little less “scary” for use newbies
I was about to say this was your most important videos you've made but then thought about that... they're ALL important. This one I guess hit me because I'm sure most people looking to buy their first wouldn't think about their behavior until they are about to walk into the store. If that makes sense. Great topic.
Not all guys at gun shops are as cool as this guy !!
I am a double amputee and with that i feel that makes me a huge target, On Top of being a smallerish woman. I have been carring for about 6mth consistently but i still feel that if it came down to using it to protect my family, especially if i have my kids without my husband, I wont be confident enough in all the steps i need to safely withdrawal and fire if i needed to.
I have been watching your videos since i started this journey and have been learning so much from you, this course i feel would give me that boost of condidence im slacking. But even if i dont win i am truly blessed to come across your channel and learned so much from you. Keep up the amazing work and empowering women! 👏 👏
When I bring my revolver or pistol into the gun store or range, I like to put each one in a clear, one-gallon sized bag, unloaded (of course) with the cylinder out or slide retracted and magazine removed. It immediately shows that the firearm is not in a firing condition.
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Thanks for your great videos, Channel and info. I would love to have a chance to win the course 😃🤩🙏🏻 thanks for considering me.
Recent subscriber, and love your videos :) I have a license to carry a few months ago and still learn so much from all your videos (currently reading "The New Super Power for Women" which you recommended. It's great, btw!). Probably the giveaway spot in your class should go to someone who's even more of a newbie than me, but *just in case*, I would love to learn more from you because everything I've seen already has been so informative and useful. I am a singleton and only 4'11", so anything I can learn about self-defense and carrying with confidence would be beneficial!
Used to work part time in a gun store. Owner pointed out one day, "When dealing with people, never forget that half the people you'll meet today are below average in intelligence." He later expanded on that when he told me, "And average isn't all that high."
he's incorrect. 50% includes the average, which is 100. So roughly 45% below 100.
I would benefit from the course because I’m trying to enter the police academy and the NAVY later on. And I feel that this course could truly be of help.
I’d love to win your course because my husband recently convinced me to learn how to shoot (FINALLY) and I’ve since discovered I LOVE it. That being said, there’s SO MUCH to learn and I think your course would allow me to dive deeper into learning how to be a safe and responsible gun owner AND have fun! (Plus, my hubby would be so happy because we’d be enjoying this new-found passion together!!).
I've taken all the courses MFS had through the Framingham and Holliston locations. My wife has taken a couple, but still doesn't have the confidence needed to shoot. She has trouble racking the slides on my firearms, probablyan EZ for her. I think the course would be good for her.
Oh my goodness!!! I just got my concealed carry permit at age 63. I would LOVE to go thru your academy, and it could only get better if I won my class.
I've been watching on and off for over a year now and I'm right handed but I aim with my left eye.
My right arm is very shaky and weak so I'm thinking I may need to learn to shoot left handed.
I haven't been shooting in over 30 years now, so I'm basically a beginner.
I'm wondering if that Mantis? setup for practice would be helpful for me?
My partner thinks a small revolver may be better for me since I have trouble racking the slide.
However I plan to carry on my body and I wonder if a revolver would be too bulky. What do you think?
I just purchased my first revolver!!! Now I really need your class!
Yaaaay!!!! I LOVE LOVE getting a notification for a new video from YOU!!!!!! 💕💕💕 watching now!
Awesome accomplishment Stav! 🥳👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Way to go! Your hard work shows & all of us benefit from your commitment to excellence & training! Thank you! I’m so happy I discovered your channel! I’d LOVE to win your course because I’m the type of person that naturally shares w/ others what I learn & I constantly refer others to GREAT resources like yours! So I can help multiply your great efforts! Plus, I just plain need the training. 😁 It’s important!!! And I love your style & method of training. ☺️ Keep up the great work! 👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I am a 70 year old senior who has only dry-fired my new pistol (I just recently purchased my first pistol - a Sig Sauer 365XL as well as my first rifle - an AR15). I bought quite a bit of ammo for the pistol and less for the rifle. Because I need to be frugle and the cost of ammo is pretty expensive for my budget I opted to buy an X-10 Elite to practice with in my house. I live in a subdivision in Texas and have become concerned about my safety because of issues at the Texas Southern Border. I would SO appreciate free tuition to your new course. I have been watching your You Tube videos since the pandemic started and they gave me the courage to venture out and buy these new guns. I know that the course would up my 'courage factor' a good bit more. Thank you for your kind consideration. Lynn Rowan