Thanks, Chad. I’m in a different financial situation than you are and I’m joyful for you that you can afford all that stuff. As a husband, and father to four children who we homeschool, I am the sole source of income for my household and money is tight in this economy. Here is my “range kit” and it’s far more feasible for most people. 1: Standard AR-15 with iron sights (preferably a military tested brand) My favorite rifle is the M1A but practicality of the AR beats it in many ways 2: A sling for the AR (I like Spector gear 2-point sling) 3: White light for the AR (Streamlight 625lm does everything I need so far) 4: AR parts kit 5: Universal cleaning kit 6: Side arm (I prefer Glock full size) 7: White light for side arm (I like the Streamlight tlr-1) 8: A good holster for the sidearm 9: Parts kit for the side arm 10: Combat sized knife
I mean your setup better than a lot of guys in America. I’d suggest a red dot, something you can co-witness the irons through in case it goes down. Feel like putting a dot on a target is always gonna be faster than lining up two sights then focusing on the front sight and target but you’ve got everything for a damn good loadout. AR, Glock and decent size knife 👍
You are farther ahead than you think. You have a kit that each part has been thought about and debated on. Many buy things without that thought process and knowing the roles for their equipment.
Quality gear is acquired over time. I know a lot of people watching will think it's impossible to own everything on this list, but I promise you it is. Just prioritize what to get first and slowly save to get one thing at a time. Great video. I like how you showed it as a whole kit.
I’m rocking most everything on there except the binocular nods (I have pvs-14s), and the thermal scope. It took YEARS to acquire on a teachers salary. You just have to prioritize and slowly chip away.
I get that, but it kind of defeats the purpose of making a video saying every person needs them then saying "but you don't need them right now, get them later" A large portion of Americans are struggling just to get by and pay their bills. This is probably $30,000 give or take worth of gear. Most people would take out a loan for a car that can be up to 6 years long that costs that much. Imagine trying to find the money or make the extra payments to afford gear like this when you are already struggling to get by.
There are parts of your character and attention to detail that remind me of my father who tried to impart some of this wisdom on me in his quiet, direct demeanor many years ago. He succumbed to the gifts from Agent Orange some time back. I feel like you're picking up where he left off and your delivery, your stoicism, genuine experience and reasoning speaks volumes. I learn something every time I watch you. Oddly, I see something in your eyes I used to see in his - I always got the impression he went back to some point in time even while he was in the present. Our politics and perceptions of the world stage and foreign and domestic affairs may be quite different but my views on those topics come from reading and that's not why I keep coming back here. I appreciate what you do and one of these days I'll be coming to training when it's not sold out. Tsk. Thank you for your generosity and transparency.
Here is an alternative setup for the financially challenged: 1.) 16 inch PSA or Aero Precision AR upper on a lower from either brand. Streamlight weapon light with mount, Vortex Strike Eagle or Primary Arms SLX LPVO, and a two-point sling of your choice. 2.Your choice of a sidearm that is reliable and can carry atleast 12ish rounds. 3.) A good chest rig that can hold atleast 3 mags and is of good quality. USGI TAPS rig is the lowest I would go and a mayflower would be the highest. If you noticed, I didn’t add a CQB weapon because when SHTF, you’re not going to be running around with NVGs doing CQB and kicking doors in like a Navy Seal (Chad lol). You are most likely just going to be defending your home, so range and magnification can help you spot and engage bad guys before they reach your house. That being said, these tools only work if you TRAIN and have plenty of AMMО
Fuck. Common sense found the internet today. 4k is a small investment. You don’t need ir state side. Ya it’s cool but the average person won’t even be able to shoot under nvgs. Let alone put rounds on target. People also forget muzzle signature. You’re going to see that flash and in the shtf situation with the average person. They are just going to light up that spot where it came from. This shit isn’t the movies. 🤣
@@Tanner_ray0213 everyone feels like when the shtf they will be the lone hero who rises from the ashes with a desert eagle in one hand and a bible in the other , all so they can save the day
I agree with you guys. So let’s say the SHTF and you gotta go hunker down. My choice if I had to pack a rifle case would be the AR of choice, paired with a decent scope or LPVO, and 5-30 rounders (loaded) maybe a sling if you have it ….why not. Like others said a reliable pistol with 4-5 loaded mags. If it’s OR fine but good ole irons are full proof. A decent pump 12/20 Ga. and a box of OO and Slugs. A decent medical kit. Forget the NVG, IR and lasers. 99% of us are just your average guy who will be in a defensive situation not offensive. And lastly once hunkered down you are stuck! It will likely be a situation of surrender (if it’s LE outside), you win and attackers are dead or well…..you take the dirt nap. Then the winner doesn’t get to keep you expensive toys 😂
Investment can aid in comfort. Having a shorter barrel can't help you fight to an objective and only helps you in one. A mid to longer barrel will get you to that objective and will still fight on it. I've seen dudes scoot rooms with 20 inches and manage it. Takes more effort, and it can be exhausting, but you can expect it to reach out should you need that. That shorter length will be comfy, but it isn't going to give you results at distance.
@@Tanner_ray0213 What does "state side" have to do with using an illuminator/laser with NODs? You think the US is just brighter at night than other countries? "the average person won't even be able to shoot under nvgs"? What logic brought you to that opinion? The "average" person who joins the marines at 18 years old is handed a PVS-14 and a rifle with a PEQ15 on it. That's it. That's the training. Shooting under NODs is not difficult. The average person who can shoot a gun can shoot under NODs just fine. The only thing you said that wasn't complete nonsense was that this isn't the movies....but I don't remember anyone claiming it was?
90% there! love the breakdown. Everyone talking about cost, i've slowly built up my stock and I didn't splurge on 15 rifles or 15 handguns etc. Get 1 or 2 of each and have systems that can interchange... it allows you to get more for your money. Now that i own a farm out in the country i think i may finally be able to justify night vision to the wife. ;)
How? Vortex is leading in scopes right now. You can't beat a vortex razor. I'm hitting under .5 moa at 200 yards. Im Literally stacking shots, shooting through my holes.
I’m doing that with my Strike Eagle. I’m a LE state instructor for combat arms though so.. buy what do you mean by “how”? How what? You mean how people talk down on them? And I agree on the Razor HD. If I could’ve afforded it, that what I would’ve went with instead of the strike eagle, but like I said, I’ve been very happy with it. Only complaint is the glass could be a little better on the SE, but I got it for $300 (on LE discount) so I can’t complain. Can’t be beat for that price imo.
Thank you for persisting to post this video to show us what you consider are the most important tools to use on the range. Every time I watch your vids I realize I have so much more to learn.
This brother has about $15-20K in that case! And quality fighting gear! Outstanding my brother! While active duty in recon platoon we were issued Steiner binoculars. Waterproof low light vision quality glass! He is revealing a full fighting all weather combat equipment! Buy a little at a time, and spend your money wisely! I was blessed to train with seal team 3 on the USS Bellwood LHA-3 back in 1984. We taught each other so much together! I enjoyed challenging my brother's to run on the flight deck when no flight operations. I miss them, and wish I had kept in close contact with them! Semper Fi to all!
I love your videos, especially this one as I’m a gear junky. I’m 2/3 of the way, already zeroing in on night capabilities. You have reaffirmed my research. I know what I should spend my money on next, thanks ! Please keep the videos coming! Nuff said.
Force multiplier = thermal/IR optics. sad but true. I appreciate the dose of reality in Chadd's video, but I'm nowhere close to buying night-vision optics rather than a new water heater. also sad but true.
This is really good stuff. I work in a gun store / outdoor store and see a lot of this stuff come through the store. For those that can’t afford or don’t want to pay for premium stuff, there are some great alternatives available. I had a customer who built a nice rifle, starting with an Anderson stripped lower. He put a quality lower parts kit along with a CMC trigger and DD BCG. It turned out to be a nice rifle for a fraction of the cost of a high end gun.
I just bought a DD M24. Forgive me, i'm new to this and this is my first rifle other than a 33-30 and 30-06 i grew up with many many years ago. The gun seems pretty solid and the workmanship to me (the novice) is also good. Any suggestions besides perhaps the trigger?
I agree with what you’re doing here, I would ask for a video on a low budget video of this same thing. Some folks can’t afford some of these items but still need to do what they can on a smaller budget. As a retired LEO I was glad to have help from folks that had low budget firearms or equipment when I was out numbered and almost out gunned. I believe everyone has the right to defend themselves but are starting out with very low budgets. I not asking for a $1.50 video just maybe some lower budget reliable IR’s or LPVO’s . I enjoy your help and training info. Keep them coming
Monstrum LPVO & rattler IR scope. Wait on a Black Friday & that will give you time to save. I picked up a great pistol upper, trigger, and LPVO during Black Friday. The problem is I have enough for an army; I’ve been collecting since I was 18 and I am now late 50’s. Make a goal for one piece of equipment per year. The next thing ya know is you have enough for an army because weapon systems change and upgrade and the apocalypse or civil war never came😎✊🏿. Don’t forget about NBC protection as well. Also buy a freeze dryer and prep food not only long term, but for short like work meals, camping meals, and storage of low cost food compared to future costs. Also, with the freeze dryer all those leftovers get turned into meals for years down the road, Instead going in trash. Also pick up small quantities gold and silver every paycheck. Oh yeah in the beginning buy a safe four times bigger than you think you will need, trust me😎.
Why buy lower quality products that are intended to save your life? Most people complaining about cost have a safe filled with "budget" firearms, which in total, probably add up to one quality rifle with sufficient accessories to make the person more effective than 12 cheep rifles. Saving money is as easy as finding a few wasteful spend items and putting that money to the side rather than wasting it. Can't imagine how much people waste every week just going out to eat lunch 5 days a week. When people say tactical gear is too expensive, all I really hear from them is that they don't put quality gear as high of importance as eating out and TV streaming services.
I know you know this.. but just gonna throw it out there. If you put the shorty upper on that lower you got yourself an SBR. Maybe start with a pistol lower so you are fine going between both uppers... love the set up! Just don't want any newbs getting hung out to dry. Thanks for all the great content!
@ilovehotdogs125790 and @thekennedychannel145 Another thought is don't get put into a cage because of a bullshit law. If I am locked up, I can't protect my family. I don't like it but sometimes you have to be practical. Also, your location will really determine how much you have to worry about it. Live in a Blue state on either coast? Yeah, the state and Feds are throwing the whole bookcase at you. In other areas, a local sheriff or PD might not care.
@@ilovehotdogs125790 Trust me - I agree 100%! None of my braces came off during the last unconstitutional order.. Mostly just don't wanna see anyone get hemmed up that wasn't expecting it. I took my oath and intend to keep it.
Just caught the channel. Solid advice so far. I am a Retired Army Infantry guy with some cool guy schools under my belt. I agree with this list for the most part. You started with the case, great selection but I would also add Silica packets in the case to draw out moisture thus preventing rust especially if you have this kit staged for a SHTF SCENERIO. I would add a couple of things to this list. 1st would be that if you have never played with the " Black Rifle" platform, get yourself a good block of instruction FIRST.. The 2nd would be a parts kit for that platform. Knowing how to maintain your weapons plays about as much of a role in weapons ownership as knowing how to effectively engage targets with them. You mentioned 2 different uppers but did not mention "barrel twist rate" are you running 1/7, 1/8, 1/9 or some other barrel twist? Are you running 55,62,70 or something else in the way of bullet grain? I would suspect the 62gr. Green tip m855 ball ammo but that's what I run. Let me know....I look forward to watching more of your content.
As a novice in all this I appreciate you taking the time to do this video. I learned a couple of things. Honestly I've only been aware of you and your account for a couple months and love the positive attitude and no b.s. Thanks again for the knowledge.
To everyone complaining about how expensive this kit is, there’s a reason that the US defense budget is through the roof! He makes excellent points though that I am guilty of myself. Lowers are relatively cheap and fun to build but they are worthless without uppers. (Guilty) Your money is more effectively spent building only one lower and buying multiple uppers that each serve a purpose. Very informative video!
Except for the fact that the moment you put that shorter upper on that lower you are now a felon(under the law) unless you give the atf their $200 extortion fee. So your 400-600 dollar lower is now 600-800 dollars.
I appreciate you for taking the time to film this video. We all could spend months discussing gear set up. However, your video is clear, to the point, and make sense for someone like me who is always looking for the minimalistic approach where I can have multiple functions for each, or most, of my setup. It would be much appreciated to see a video on a complete load up; punch, block and fix holes setup…I completely agree with getting the best you can effort even if it means waiting another year. Si vis pacem, para bellum!
All good stuff, I use all of it for hog hunting and coyote hunting at night. It's very effective. My stuff is older, my lpvo is an old nightforce 1-4x, I just have a single PVS 14 on an Exfil Helmut. My preferred Red Dot is the Aimpoint T1 or the newer T2.
I just absolutely love the information you’ve been sharing I’m not a military guy just a simple hunter collector and standing up for our freedoms. There’s no way I’m ever going to invest in all these tools but the information you provided me is so important because these are tools, that foreign governments, or our government will use against us And any smart person knows that even simpler tools and knowledge can overcome it
I agree that his setup is expensive, but rather than talk about how expensive it is and what I can't afford, I'd rather find a way to afford it. Quality usually is expensive and my dad always taught me, you get what you pay for. I'm a fellow squid like Mr. Chad, however I was not part of the Seal Teams. So, I have a lot to learn from that standpoint. Thank you sir for sharing your knowledge and thank you for all the comments, as I can learn from everyone.
Come on bro! Ain’t too many ways to come up with to be able to afford that! lol 😂That’s easily around $30,000 in serialized gear alone!!! I mean, i can speak for everybody obviously but the average everyday working citizen SIMPLY CANNOT AFFORD ONE OF THOSE ITEMS…let alone, all of that. Hell…most people don’t even make $30,000 a year!!! Great information, great topic and excellent gear but waay out of reach for most working Americans! I’m sure taking care of family and kids…having food, water and shelter and transportation overrides $30,000 on gear that just gonna sit there for years and rarely get used.
You acquire quality items one piece at a time. It took me about 3 years to obtain 95% of the items I specced for my own needs. Yeah….it lightened the HELL outta my wallet, (nowhere near $30k BTW - which is BS), but you Buy Once and Cry Once and then you’re done. I never compromise on quality when my gear is being procured for the purpose of saving my life and the lives of those I care about.
@@benjaminleatham1587spoken like a true liberal with zero clue how guns and gun parts work😂 bro got amazon parts on his AR and trying to say it’s all the same😂 bro if anyone is a joke here it’s you with out a doubt.. any optic under 600$ is useless and light under 300 is useless upper receivers under 1k is useless. We get it you literally don’t understand anything about firearms and it shows
@@ADRIAN65078most people in america don’t make 30k a year… what america do you live in? minimum wage is 15-20k+ a year and most people make more then minimum wage. also an average person doesn’t need this level of gear… there is other options out there but this channel is more towards the people who would rather save and get the best thing they can buy instead of needing to replace it every 2 years. i would rather save 5k for something and not need to replace it or have in the back of my mind damn this could be better
@@Rocky-Stone I'm not sure why that matters; this was supposed to be his firearm case. So in that respect, I guess he wouldn't have those items in there of course, but what does serialized have to do with it? He made a point, which I already knew as most on here do, that a lot of this stuff, anyone can buy. Like that 10K Trijicon thermal and the NODs.
@@thekennedychannel145 I'm not sure which mask would be serialized. I bought mine (ours) from Parcil, then bought a variety of filters. We've got filters for the more common things like tear gas, and other non-lethal gasses, Sarin and those type that are lethal. Then canisters for radioactive fallout from nukes. They may be serialized for the purposes of quality control or whatever, but anyone can and should buy them, same as everything else he showed us.
Great video dude fr. Standing ovation worthy. People hoard garbage in most of their " inventory" yours was well thought out and fully functional. I wouldnt take anything out of it if anything id add a pcc but for my needs its important to have mabe not so much anyone else's. Im a big dude and sometimes in close quarters i dont want 556 going threw anything more than what im shooting at.
Fantastic setup! Your military experiences have helped you greatly! Your a young man and your memory is still sharp! Love a Glock! Tell Chili hello and to keep up the good work! 👍
I’m seeing some posts regarding “it cost too much “. There’s shortcuts that can be made in some of his equipment and achieve the desired results. For instance, I run a gen 3 PVS-14 (green) that I was lucky enough to get for $0. Notice I didn’t say free. I friend upgraded his kit but also needed three trees cut down on his property. I took care of the trees. I was gifted my AR 27 years ago that I simply have updated over time. My point is, you need to think outside the box and be willing to put in the work and effort. The only thing Chad has on me is the thermal scope. I’ll remedy that inside a few years.
Hello Sir, I just would like to tell you I admire you're work ethic, beliefs and courage for speaking your mind when sometimes it would probably be advantageous to go along with the social norm. I appreciate you.
That was the kit that gave me the most anxiety when flying. If it got lost as luggage it was insured but a hell of an investment to replace. Not to mention would feel like someone cut my arms and legs off if it got lost. One case, 30K. The other case with my armor and other gear was another 4K. I remember several times flying during changeovers watching the luggage porters loading the ramp and would breathe a sigh of relief when I saw my SKB and Pelican cases finally hit the ramp to load in the plane.
My dad was a United airlines captain for about 12 years. He always told me- "do not ever check anything under that plane that you are not willing to lose." Guess I'd be driving if I had a ways to travel with my "range" gear.
It all does the same stuff bro. It still shoots the same round just as effectively. Thats a nice rifle, for the price you cant beat it. You dont gave bad gear, youre just smart
I’m a regular guy and over time have acquired 9 of 10 of these. Thermal scope is next some day. I hope. Until then, I will train with what I have. Having the goods is useless if you can’t use them. Thanks Chad. You an inspiration.
i need a thermal / night vision adapter that can mount on the front housing bell of a standard rifle scope with quick detach mount so i can use it on different rifles without having to re zero the scope every time
@@2Afreedom513 yeah, same here. I had to make myself stop 🛑 it can be like a drug sometimes. I have everything set up for a grab and go. Time is never on your side it seems. Good luck out there!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️🌎🔥
I don't follow many folks nor look up to to many guys but I've been following you for quite sometime and I find myself looking up to you good sir....thank you
Yeah, Steiner is certainly above my price range.Edit: then the 4-5k nods, shotgun , Trijicon IR etc.. I'd be afraid to let it out of my sight with like 20k in the case.
Usually, unless you want to do something stupid and hear from the spouse (aka, the boss). I always adhere to the better to ask forgiveness than permission.
@@chuckratliff2474 Dude, that's the first thing I did when I retired. Again, the boss was steamed. Luckily we have a decent nest egg as it currently stands. But yep, roughly $40K bought me a Jeep and a lot of goodies. But I can't go back in time and rethink my strategy. This is where I am today and today is all that matters, today.
All in one "To go" case. Nice. I'm set up in single grab bags but each are heavily laden in ammo too. The s hoot'n s hack is a drive thru on 200 yard lawn.
Totally agree with you bro. Such a great video for everyone with your experience, individualism, faith, and prepper mindset. 1 other thing though u might agree with to be a necessity a surefire warcomp & suppressor combo?? To get that ultimate flash suppression. And the fact to tell people you gotta sight in that thermal scope and lpvo, and be able to quick attach them back to the same position on the rail. And should be marked for reference. Just my thoughts!
Most silencer height sights for Glocks are available in heights that work perfect to co-witness through your red-dot sight window. Very low cost upgrade for peace of mind if you're worried about the red-dot puking or cracking.
Night Fision IMO makes the best Supp Height Sights . Their Stealth Sights or Costa Sight are LOWER 1/5 Co-Witness . It's just big enough to see over the optic which is perfect
Haha.. range house.. can't believe we have to watch every tiny thing we say when we are trying to educate people.. I bet other channels that are just stupid entertainment doesn't get censored and watched like the channels that try to educate people.. keep doing what you are doing as long as you still can before all this information we have been able to access via the internet gets taken away.. Thank You Sir.. not just for your previous service.. but the continued service you are still providing to the real Americans that you originally fought for.. THANK YOU..
There is a channel I just discovered. He's not SOF that I can discern, but seems to know some. The way he circumvents censors is by calling everything you're doing, Minecraft. As in, when you're playing Minecraft.
@@turn-n-burn1421trench grenade. Decent channel. In his earlier videos he said what he does in the military. I dont remember exactly. I think its some kind of instructor.
@@paladin556 I know who, I intentionally didn't name the channel. Yeah, the video I watched last night, he said he's actively enlisted, so I guess he's still in by those words. He is a non-commissioned officer, and I forget the rest, but he insinuates he has experience in several things in the Army. I just get a kick out of him continuously making sure to say in Minecraft.
Love all your videos man & you always have smart, consistent info & you explain why it works instead of just saying - buy it because I use it. I agree 100% on all ten....Im stuck on the nods & thermal parts, crazy $
Very nice setup, I like the idea of having an AR with two uppers both scoped and red dot. Also the idea of keeping your NVGs in the same rifle case along with all the supporting gear. I would add one thing, having a mid sized bag, like a tool bag, filled with loaded mags that you have tested and trust sitting right next to this case. It's like having a small storehouse standing by for refilling your gear.
Thank you for walking us through this kit. Very good information from a very experienced individual! Not sure why people are dogging on the specific items you have invested in. Clearly, your main objective was sharing the types of items themselves. 1. LPVO - Vortex Razor HD 1-10x24 FFP ($4K) 2. Complete 16" Full-length Upper Receiver - "Custom Build" 3. Complete Lower Receiver - "A Good One" 4. Holographic Sight - Vortex AMG UH-1 ($650) 5. Complete 10" Short-length Upper Receiver - Daniel Defense MK18 ($1400) 6. IR Laser Aiming Device - Steiner DBAL-D2 ($2K) 7. Night Vision Goggles (NVGs/Nods) - AGM NVG-50 ($5-8K) 8. Thermal Scope - Trijicon IR Hunter Type 2 3x60mm ($7800) 9. 12ga Breaching Shotgun - Mossberg 590 Shockwave ($450-600) 10. Secondary Weapon (Pistol) - Glock 34 Gen 5 ($600-800)
@commonsence8223 You completely missed the point. You don't have to buy these things. There are hundreds of alternatives to the specific equipment he owns. He is telling you the general items he suggests for a kit - scope, full length upper, shotgun, etc. Buy whatever you can afford that fits the bill. If that's a PSA AR, PSA Dagger, & a Maverick 88, then by all means, go for it. Don't get hung up on what he owns and find yourself in the future with nothing.
Thank you for your service and the knowledge. Try suppressor height sites for the pistol optic, it typically allows you to co-witness with the dot, and works as a fail safe if something goes wrong with the optic. Keep up the good work.
Great set up Chad. My set up has 24/7 constable on patrol out front of neighborhood entrance carrying Springfield 1911 Prodigy in a Chevy tahoe with steelcraft hd brushguard with ar15 in the back. Wish i could say its cheaper - we pay hella hoa fees around here
Great video, I’m wondering what a someone like me could do to combat someone operating with such equipment. Maybe a video on protecting a home from those who own the night.
More quality content! I have a full-size pistol but I can't afford to get the rest of it. Eyeballing an MK18 next. Would you recommend my first platform be the 16" or SBR? Thank you for putting this kind of content together. It really helps me since I'm new to this world and I get overwhelmed looking at all the options like you pointed out. Love you, man. Nuff said.
I run a holosun eps carry on my Glock 19 which is my personal choice for my shtf situation. It’s closed emitter and very durable in my experience. I run the same optic on all my conceal carry options as well.
Nice. My broke budget ask built a wooden ammo crate with open cell foam liner from a pallet. I white washed the crate too. Not water proof but big brother now tells us in Michigan what we can do in our homes and how to store arms. That we can't bear them as we wish.
Great list....I would add some coms as well, but I am a Ham Radio guy. Two or three inexpensive Baofeng handheld radios with headsets only cost about $100 and you can use them on FRS frequencies without a license. You only need one if the rest of your 'people' have one. I also have a RF scanner so I can see any other signals out there and ease drop on other coms.
Thanks brother! Suggestion? maybe make a Tac vid for those who are just beginning the journey of becoming their own first responder. I know we can all get pumped when we see vids like this but then start looking at prices and get discouraged. Lift the spirts of your brethren who are new to the game and make a budget friendly get er done vid sim to this. Love you man! Keep grinding, you inspire me and you on Real AF! Brother ! RESPECT!!! Id love the opportunity to come train with you. Whatever you need. You have a brother stationed in Utah!
Thank you very much for this. Slowly building collection for my kids eventually. AKASO just announced full color night and IR 4 k recording binoculars for under $200 I’m grabbing them for around the farm calf checks at night starting in March.
BigDan thanks for the heads up on this. I’ve got an Akaso camera that I use in an underwater application and it works great. I didn’t know about the bino’s. I live in a VERY rural area and need something for nighttime checks as well
Chad & Chili - love you guys! It’s was great to see your kit Chad - mighty impressive stuff - but you’re a mighty impressive guy - it’s time to go buy a hat now….nuff said!
On my Wilson Combat 556 Rifle I run the FNH Cold Forged Chrome Lined barrel, Troy Open Flip Sights w/the Eotech EXPS3-2 and G43 Magnifier which the Eotech has night vision capability. My 2nd barrel is set up with the same FNH barrel Troy Open Flip Sights and the double laser DIR-1 w/ IR Laser and vis Green Laser. I changed both barrel hand guards to the Troy Graphite to lighten the load a little on both barrels. I run Monocular NV's which I have a Thermal Clip on for them and a Berings Optics Hogster-R Thermal Scope that is know by my hog hunting buddies as the REAPER, I strongly advise getting one as for it's tough and works as a hand held monocular or rifle scope that has range adjustments on it for distances, love it.
Chad they have an adapter for that 590 to use mini shells. They have plenty of power and are very handy. I have ran the crap out of mine with no problems
Excellent base setup kit. Looks like a GBRS second best sling, I would suggest one for each AR upper, and one for the shotgun. Can easily be switched to single point, when moving "on the range". A combo tool, and fighting knife would be easy additions. TQ on the butt stock, always at the ready. Thanks for the great videos Chadd.
MR Chadd I greatly appreciate what you put out in your content and you have been an amazing guide for someone as myself brand new to all of this being the first in my family to respect our constitutional and dyer right!
Can you please have a follow up video on what you decide on the red dot on a pistol? If you think it's a benefit or not for close quarter combat? And if you are going to keep using it on your personal pistol?
Loved the video!! Thanks for the information. I especially enjoyed the way you made sure so carefully to apply your verbiage to the range. Lol, super good stuff. Thanks again
I haven't been able to get into red dots on pistols. Might I suggest a ghost ring set of night sights from Ameriglo? I find them to be absolutely fantastic for lining up shots quickly.
Great stuff very helpful keep up the good work I love watching your videos we need more people like you out there. Thnk God you are willing to do this you are very appreciated may God bless you and your family. Keep it going we are listening. Thanks Chad
Thanks, Chad.
I’m in a different financial situation than you are and I’m joyful for you that you can afford all that stuff.
As a husband, and father to four children who we homeschool, I am the sole source of income for my household and money is tight in this economy.
Here is my “range kit” and it’s far more feasible for most people.
1: Standard AR-15 with iron sights (preferably a military tested brand) My favorite rifle is the M1A but practicality of the AR beats it in many ways
2: A sling for the AR (I like Spector gear 2-point sling)
3: White light for the AR (Streamlight 625lm does everything I need so far)
4: AR parts kit
5: Universal cleaning kit
6: Side arm (I prefer Glock full size)
7: White light for side arm (I like the Streamlight tlr-1)
8: A good holster for the sidearm
9: Parts kit for the side arm
10: Combat sized knife
I mean your setup better than a lot of guys in America. I’d suggest a red dot, something you can co-witness the irons through in case it goes down. Feel like putting a dot on a target is always gonna be faster than lining up two sights then focusing on the front sight and target but you’ve got everything for a damn good loadout. AR, Glock and decent size knife 👍
You are farther ahead than you think. You have a kit that each part has been thought about and debated on. Many buy things without that thought process and knowing the roles for their equipment.
Beware the man with only one gun because he likely knows how to use it to its fullest potential.
Good on you, Dad.
Thanks for the comments and likes fellas👍
Keep it simple. That's a good way of thinking!
#1
2:30 LPVO (Vortex Razor HD)
#2
3:30 Full length upper receiver
#3
4:38 Lower receiver with good trigger
#4
5:16 Holographic sight (Vortex AMG UH1)
#5
6:18 Short barrel upper receiver
#6
7:23 IR Lazer Aiming Device (Steiner Dbal d3 (a-3?)
#7
9:33 NVG's (AGM NVG 50)
#8
11:12 Thermal Scope (Trijicon IR Hunter)
#9
13:23 Breaching Shotgun (Mossberg 590 Shockwave)
#10
14:36 Secondary Firearm (Pistol)
Thank you I! I was looking for that
Nice of you to take the time to post this summary - thanks!
Thanks Brother!
That's a Steiner Dbal d2
Thanks for the summary!
Quality gear is acquired over time. I know a lot of people watching will think it's impossible to own everything on this list, but I promise you it is. Just prioritize what to get first and slowly save to get one thing at a time.
Great video. I like how you showed it as a whole kit.
Very true! Agree with this being a great video and laying it out simply.
I’m rocking most everything on there except the binocular nods (I have pvs-14s), and the thermal scope. It took YEARS to acquire on a teachers salary. You just have to prioritize and slowly chip away.
I get that, but it kind of defeats the purpose of making a video saying every person needs them then saying "but you don't need them right now, get them later"
A large portion of Americans are struggling just to get by and pay their bills. This is probably $30,000 give or take worth of gear. Most people would take out a loan for a car that can be up to 6 years long that costs that much. Imagine trying to find the money or make the extra payments to afford gear like this when you are already struggling to get by.
people who say they cant afford nods usually have 5+ "fun" guns that have no practical purpose or 10 shitty AR builds. Poor is a mindset
@@TyborzTrue statement on the thermal. There are "good" thermals that are pretty affordable.
Anyway we could get Chillies Ultimate Gun Kit? Chad's version is crazy expensive....
You really want to see an AR painted as a Red Bull can don't you. ;-)
😂
🤣....@@MrSnivvel
@@MrSnivvelPBR would work too.
Oh damn... that's a thought...
There are parts of your character and attention to detail that remind me of my father who tried to impart some of this wisdom on me in his quiet, direct demeanor many years ago. He succumbed to the gifts from Agent Orange some time back. I feel like you're picking up where he left off and your delivery, your stoicism, genuine experience and reasoning speaks volumes. I learn something every time I watch you. Oddly, I see something in your eyes I used to see in his - I always got the impression he went back to some point in time even while he was in the present.
Our politics and perceptions of the world stage and foreign and domestic affairs may be quite different but my views on those topics come from reading and that's not why I keep coming back here.
I appreciate what you do and one of these days I'll be coming to training when it's not sold out. Tsk.
Thank you for your generosity and transparency.
Here is an alternative setup for the financially challenged:
1.) 16 inch PSA or Aero Precision AR upper on a lower from either brand. Streamlight weapon light with mount, Vortex Strike Eagle or Primary Arms SLX LPVO, and a two-point sling of your choice.
2.Your choice of a sidearm that is reliable and can carry atleast 12ish rounds.
3.) A good chest rig that can hold atleast 3 mags and is of good quality. USGI TAPS rig is the lowest I would go and a mayflower would be the highest.
If you noticed, I didn’t add a CQB weapon because when SHTF, you’re not going to be running around with NVGs doing CQB and kicking doors in like a Navy Seal (Chad lol). You are most likely just going to be defending your home, so range and magnification can help you spot and engage bad guys before they reach your house. That being said, these tools only work if you TRAIN and have plenty of AMMО
Fuck. Common sense found the internet today. 4k is a small investment. You don’t need ir state side. Ya it’s cool but the average person won’t even be able to shoot under nvgs. Let alone put rounds on target. People also forget muzzle signature. You’re going to see that flash and in the shtf situation with the average person. They are just going to light up that spot where it came from. This shit isn’t the movies. 🤣
@@Tanner_ray0213 everyone feels like when the shtf they will be the lone hero who rises from the ashes with a desert eagle in one hand and a bible in the other , all so they can save the day
I agree with you guys. So let’s say the SHTF and you gotta go hunker down. My choice if I had to pack a rifle case would be the AR of choice, paired with a decent scope or LPVO, and 5-30 rounders (loaded) maybe a sling if you have it ….why not. Like others said a reliable pistol with 4-5 loaded mags. If it’s OR fine but good ole irons are full proof. A decent pump 12/20 Ga. and a box of OO and Slugs. A decent medical kit. Forget the NVG, IR and lasers. 99% of us are just your average guy who will be in a defensive situation not offensive. And lastly once hunkered down you are stuck! It will likely be a situation of surrender (if it’s LE outside), you win and attackers are dead or well…..you take the dirt nap. Then the winner doesn’t get to keep you expensive toys 😂
Investment can aid in comfort.
Having a shorter barrel can't help you fight to an objective and only helps you in one. A mid to longer barrel will get you to that objective and will still fight on it. I've seen dudes scoot rooms with 20 inches and manage it. Takes more effort, and it can be exhausting, but you can expect it to reach out should you need that. That shorter length will be comfy, but it isn't going to give you results at distance.
@@Tanner_ray0213 What does "state side" have to do with using an illuminator/laser with NODs? You think the US is just brighter at night than other countries? "the average person won't even be able to shoot under nvgs"? What logic brought you to that opinion? The "average" person who joins the marines at 18 years old is handed a PVS-14 and a rifle with a PEQ15 on it. That's it. That's the training. Shooting under NODs is not difficult. The average person who can shoot a gun can shoot under NODs just fine. The only thing you said that wasn't complete nonsense was that this isn't the movies....but I don't remember anyone claiming it was?
90% there! love the breakdown. Everyone talking about cost, i've slowly built up my stock and I didn't splurge on 15 rifles or 15 handguns etc. Get 1 or 2 of each and have systems that can interchange... it allows you to get more for your money. Now that i own a farm out in the country i think i may finally be able to justify night vision to the wife. ;)
I got a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24 lpvo with FDE Cerakote for my BCM and I love it. People talk down about the Strike Eagle, but mine has been great!
How? Vortex is leading in scopes right now. You can't beat a vortex razor. I'm hitting under .5 moa at 200 yards. Im Literally stacking shots, shooting through my holes.
I’m doing that with my Strike Eagle. I’m a LE state instructor for combat arms though so..
buy what do you mean by “how”? How what? You mean how people talk down on them? And I agree on the Razor HD. If I could’ve afforded it, that what I would’ve went with instead of the strike eagle, but like I said, I’ve been very happy with it. Only complaint is the glass could be a little better on the SE, but I got it for $300 (on LE discount) so I can’t complain. Can’t be beat for that price imo.
@@mrrod3004 no you are not lmao
I appreciate this video, thank you Chadd. “Spend your money on the right stuff.” are words to live by.
Amen, because there's definitely a difference between needs and wants. So I appreciate your expertise, Chad
Thank you for persisting to post this video to show us what you consider are the most important tools to use on the range. Every time I watch your vids I realize I have so much more to learn.
Same here. I have it mounted to Ruger mpr 18". Love it
This brother has about $15-20K in that case! And quality fighting gear! Outstanding my brother! While active duty in recon platoon we were issued Steiner binoculars. Waterproof low light vision quality glass! He is revealing a full fighting all weather combat equipment! Buy a little at a time, and spend your money wisely! I was blessed to train with seal team 3 on the USS Bellwood LHA-3 back in 1984. We taught each other so much together! I enjoyed challenging my brother's to run on the flight deck when no flight operations. I miss them, and wish I had kept in close contact with them! Semper Fi to all!
I love your videos, especially this one as I’m a gear junky. I’m 2/3 of the way, already zeroing in on night capabilities. You have reaffirmed my research. I know what I should spend my money on next, thanks ! Please keep the videos coming! Nuff said.
Most useful essentials are a reliable AR in 5.56, 6 mags, a sling, a sighted in sight, and a light.
1000rds minimum /rifle as combat ammo.
Force multiplier = thermal/IR optics. sad but true. I appreciate the dose of reality in Chadd's video, but I'm nowhere close to buying night-vision optics rather than a new water heater. also sad but true.
@@EphemeralThoughtyou need nods first!
@@EphemeralThought cold showers for you
@@commiesnzombies Some say it's good for health and weight loss, but if my wife murders me that might be irrelevant. ;)
I would say at least 20 fully loaded mags.
This is really good stuff. I work in a gun store / outdoor store and see a lot of this stuff come through the store. For those that can’t afford or don’t want to pay for premium stuff, there are some great alternatives available. I had a customer who built a nice rifle, starting with an Anderson stripped lower. He put a quality lower parts kit along with a CMC trigger and DD BCG. It turned out to be a nice rifle for a fraction of the cost of a high end gun.
I just bought a DD M24. Forgive me, i'm new to this and this is my first rifle other than a 33-30 and 30-06 i grew up with many many years ago. The gun seems pretty solid and the workmanship to me (the novice) is also good. Any suggestions besides perhaps the trigger?
I agree with what you’re doing here, I would ask for a video on a low budget video of this same thing. Some folks can’t afford some of these items but still need to do what they can on a smaller budget. As a retired LEO I was glad to have help from folks that had low budget firearms or equipment when I was out numbered and almost out gunned. I believe everyone has the right to defend themselves but are starting out with very low budgets. I not asking for a $1.50 video just maybe some lower budget reliable IR’s or LPVO’s . I enjoy your help and training info. Keep them coming
This!
Monstrum LPVO & rattler IR scope. Wait on a Black Friday & that will give you time to save. I picked up a great pistol upper, trigger, and LPVO during Black Friday. The problem is I have enough for an army; I’ve been collecting since I was 18 and I am now late 50’s. Make a goal for one piece of equipment per year. The next thing ya know is you have enough for an army because weapon systems change and upgrade and the apocalypse or civil war never came😎✊🏿. Don’t forget about NBC protection as well. Also buy a freeze dryer and prep food not only long term, but for short like work meals, camping meals, and storage of low cost food compared to future costs. Also, with the freeze dryer all those leftovers get turned into meals for years down the road, Instead going in trash. Also pick up small quantities gold and silver every paycheck. Oh yeah in the beginning buy a safe four times bigger than you think you will need, trust me😎.
Why buy lower quality products that are intended to save your life? Most people complaining about cost have a safe filled with "budget" firearms, which in total, probably add up to one quality rifle with sufficient accessories to make the person more effective than 12 cheep rifles. Saving money is as easy as finding a few wasteful spend items and putting that money to the side rather than wasting it. Can't imagine how much people waste every week just going out to eat lunch 5 days a week. When people say tactical gear is too expensive, all I really hear from them is that they don't put quality gear as high of importance as eating out and TV streaming services.
Buy once, cry once. My experience has been that if people don't buy what they really want, they catch "upgrade-itis".
I know you know this.. but just gonna throw it out there. If you put the shorty upper on that lower you got yourself an SBR. Maybe start with a pistol lower so you are fine going between both uppers... love the set up! Just don't want any newbs getting hung out to dry. Thanks for all the great content!
Palmetto state armory sells the lowers.
Sbrs are legal according to the constitution. Don’t comply with tyranny.
@@ilovehotdogs125790 good point. We are heading into some stuff. Why comply with tyranny?
@ilovehotdogs125790 and @thekennedychannel145 Another thought is don't get put into a cage because of a bullshit law. If I am locked up, I can't protect my family. I don't like it but sometimes you have to be practical. Also, your location will really determine how much you have to worry about it. Live in a Blue state on either coast? Yeah, the state and Feds are throwing the whole bookcase at you. In other areas, a local sheriff or PD might not care.
@@ilovehotdogs125790 Trust me - I agree 100%! None of my braces came off during the last unconstitutional order.. Mostly just don't wanna see anyone get hemmed up that wasn't expecting it.
I took my oath and intend to keep it.
Smart, when I get back into the USA., I’m setting this up, thank you for the valuable advice on the Plane last week
Just caught the channel. Solid advice so far. I am a Retired Army Infantry guy with some cool guy schools under my belt. I agree with this list for the most part. You started with the case, great selection but I would also add Silica packets in the case to draw out moisture thus preventing rust especially if you have this kit staged for a SHTF SCENERIO. I would add a couple of things to this list. 1st would be that if you have never played with the " Black Rifle" platform, get yourself a good block of instruction FIRST.. The 2nd would be a parts kit for that platform. Knowing how to maintain your weapons plays about as much of a role in weapons ownership as knowing how to effectively engage targets with them.
You mentioned 2 different uppers but did not mention "barrel twist rate" are you running 1/7, 1/8, 1/9 or some other barrel twist? Are you running 55,62,70 or something else in the way of bullet grain? I would suspect the 62gr. Green tip m855 ball ammo but that's what I run. Let me know....I look forward to watching more of your content.
As a novice in all this I appreciate you taking the time to do this video. I learned a couple of things. Honestly I've only been aware of you and your account for a couple months and love the positive attitude and no b.s. Thanks again for the knowledge.
To everyone complaining about how expensive this kit is, there’s a reason that the US defense budget is through the roof! He makes excellent points though that I am guilty of myself. Lowers are relatively cheap and fun to build but they are worthless without uppers. (Guilty) Your money is more effectively spent building only one lower and buying multiple uppers that each serve a purpose. Very informative video!
lol
Except for the fact that the moment you put that shorter upper on that lower you are now a felon(under the law) unless you give the atf their $200 extortion fee. So your 400-600 dollar lower is now 600-800 dollars.
@@tyronesteenhoven545😂😂🤦🏻
I appreciate you for taking the time to film this video. We all could spend months discussing gear set up. However, your video is clear, to the point, and make sense for someone like me who is always looking for the minimalistic approach where I can have multiple functions for each, or most, of my setup. It would be much appreciated to see a video on a complete load up; punch, block and fix holes setup…I completely agree with getting the best you can effort even if it means waiting another year. Si vis pacem, para bellum!
All good stuff, I use all of it for hog hunting and coyote hunting at night. It's very effective.
My stuff is older, my lpvo is an old nightforce 1-4x, I just have a single PVS 14 on an Exfil Helmut. My preferred Red Dot is the Aimpoint T1 or the newer T2.
I just absolutely love the information you’ve been sharing I’m not a military guy just a simple hunter collector and standing up for our freedoms. There’s no way I’m ever going to invest in all these tools but the information you provided me is so important because these are tools, that foreign governments, or our government will use against us And any smart person knows that even simpler tools and knowledge can overcome it
Chadd, another great one. So much good scoop from a real pro.
God bless and stay strong. We got to get this country back.
I like your input. I went with longer barrels and 2 rifles, but I'm out in the prairie. Glock, 40. 10 mm.
I agree that his setup is expensive, but rather than talk about how expensive it is and what I can't afford, I'd rather find a way to afford it. Quality usually is expensive and my dad always taught me, you get what you pay for. I'm a fellow squid like Mr. Chad, however I was not part of the Seal Teams. So, I have a lot to learn from that standpoint. Thank you sir for sharing your knowledge and thank you for all the comments, as I can learn from everyone.
Come on bro! Ain’t too many ways to come up with to be able to afford that! lol 😂That’s easily around $30,000 in serialized gear alone!!! I mean, i can speak for everybody obviously but the average everyday working citizen SIMPLY CANNOT AFFORD ONE OF THOSE ITEMS…let alone, all of that. Hell…most people don’t even make $30,000 a year!!! Great information, great topic and excellent gear but waay out of reach for most working Americans! I’m sure taking care of family and kids…having food, water and shelter and transportation overrides $30,000 on gear that just gonna sit there for years and rarely get used.
You acquire quality items one piece at a time. It took me about 3 years to obtain 95% of the items I specced for my own needs. Yeah….it lightened the HELL outta my wallet, (nowhere near $30k BTW - which is BS), but you Buy Once and Cry Once and then you’re done. I never compromise on quality when my gear is being procured for the purpose of saving my life and the lives of those I care about.
@@marianmoses9604 Its all a joke. And so are you....
@@benjaminleatham1587spoken like a true liberal with zero clue how guns and gun parts work😂 bro got amazon parts on his AR and trying to say it’s all the same😂 bro if anyone is a joke here it’s you with out a doubt.. any optic under 600$ is useless and light under 300 is useless upper receivers under 1k is useless. We get it you literally don’t understand anything about firearms and it shows
@@ADRIAN65078most people in america don’t make 30k a year… what america do you live in? minimum wage is 15-20k+ a year and most people make more then minimum wage. also an average person doesn’t need this level of gear… there is other options out there but this channel is more towards the people who would rather save and get the best thing they can buy instead of needing to replace it every 2 years. i would rather save 5k for something and not need to replace it or have in the back of my mind damn this could be better
These are my favorite kinds of videos you make. Real world, no nonsense. 💪
It's all nonsense. This is over 20k$ in gear lmfao.
Great list and a great video agin. I would add at number 11 a gas mask. If you can’t breath you can’t fight/train.
I've got that, but you just made me realize he didn't show a bump helmet that I also couldn't afford.
Helmets and gas masks are not serialized. These are his serialized items.
@@Rocky-Stone I'm not sure why that matters; this was supposed to be his firearm case. So in that respect, I guess he wouldn't have those items in there of course, but what does serialized have to do with it? He made a point, which I already knew as most on here do, that a lot of this stuff, anyone can buy. Like that 10K Trijicon thermal and the NODs.
Yes I guess the mask is not serialised. At least his video made us think about it, that’s the important part.
@@thekennedychannel145 I'm not sure which mask would be serialized. I bought mine (ours) from Parcil, then bought a variety of filters. We've got filters for the more common things like tear gas, and other non-lethal gasses, Sarin and those type that are lethal. Then canisters for radioactive fallout from nukes. They may be serialized for the purposes of quality control or whatever, but anyone can and should buy them, same as everything else he showed us.
Great video dude fr. Standing ovation worthy. People hoard garbage in most of their " inventory" yours was well thought out and fully functional. I wouldnt take anything out of it if anything id add a pcc but for my needs its important to have mabe not so much anyone else's. Im a big dude and sometimes in close quarters i dont want 556 going threw anything more than what im shooting at.
Fantastic setup! Your military experiences have helped you greatly! Your a young man and your memory is still sharp! Love a Glock! Tell Chili hello and to keep up the good work! 👍
I’m seeing some posts regarding “it cost too much “. There’s shortcuts that can be made in some of his equipment and achieve the desired results. For instance, I run a gen 3 PVS-14 (green) that I was lucky enough to get for $0. Notice I didn’t say free. I friend upgraded his kit but also needed three trees cut down on his property. I took care of the trees. I was gifted my AR 27 years ago that I simply have updated over time. My point is, you need to think outside the box and be willing to put in the work and effort. The only thing Chad has on me is the thermal scope. I’ll remedy that inside a few years.
Interesting seeing how pros set their stuff up. So much cool stuff its hard to get a focus on what you want. This vid helps. Thanks
Hello Sir, I just would like to tell you I admire you're work ethic, beliefs and courage for speaking your mind when sometimes it would probably be advantageous to go along with the social norm. I appreciate you.
🤣🤣🤣……try writing that again in English ….
@@mikewinston8709 Don't be toxic. You're better than that.
That made no sense at all
@@brycetrupiano610 I took a little to much oxy at the time I wrote that. Man, oxy is a one hell of a drug.
That was the kit that gave me the most anxiety when flying. If it got lost as luggage it was insured but a hell of an investment to replace. Not to mention would feel like someone cut my arms and legs off if it got lost. One case, 30K. The other case with my armor and other gear was another 4K. I remember several times flying during changeovers watching the luggage porters loading the ramp and would breathe a sigh of relief when I saw my SKB and Pelican cases finally hit the ramp to load in the plane.
Man I can’t even imagine the stress you would feel flying with all that. I don’t think I would ever even try it.
@@NCWoodlandRoamer I did it about twice a month for over a year when I was an instructor. Always stressful but worth it 👍👍
Air. Tags.
@@Jw2Amendment Facts. Never lost any of them flying. But had the anxiety all the same.
My dad was a United airlines captain for about 12 years. He always told me- "do not ever check anything under that plane that you are not willing to lose." Guess I'd be driving if I had a ways to travel with my "range" gear.
Thanks for the video, I really appreciate the time you put into these and your patience when dealing with your "peers".
I'm completely unworthy with my Smith and Wesson M&P 15 Sport II with a red dot. I do admire you set up for sure!!!!
Slap a light on that and you’re good to go! No worries.
Hey dont sell your self short that M&P sport II is accurate and reliable and thats everything you need from a AR.
Throw a BCM bolt carrier in the sport 2 and you got a nice setup on a budget
Train and Save.
It all does the same stuff bro. It still shoots the same round just as effectively. Thats a nice rifle, for the price you cant beat it. You dont gave bad gear, youre just smart
I’m a regular guy and over time have acquired 9 of 10 of these. Thermal scope is next some day. I hope. Until then, I will train with what I have. Having the goods is useless if you can’t use them. Thanks Chad. You an inspiration.
i need a thermal / night vision adapter that can mount on the front housing bell of a standard rifle scope with quick detach mount so i can use it on different rifles without having to re zero the scope every time
I'll stick to my PSA a2, sw fpc for cqb, and maverick 88 folding stock for tactical indoor breach stuff, all super cheap and reliable
Have a similar setup, budget wise
@@maxtm3000 glock 19x also..
Thanks for helping me with my "things to get" shopping list.
Great load out kit but I would add a good combat knife, never know when it could be your last line of defence, at the range.
Glad that your channel exists. You motivate me everyday to be better.
I agree with you 💯 percent spot on. Every weapon should have a purpose, thanks for everything you do!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️⚔️🔥
That’s why I couldn’t be a collector I’d rather have three or four good guns that Ik I can grab and go with
@@2Afreedom513 yeah, same here. I had to make myself stop 🛑 it can be like a drug sometimes. I have everything set up for a grab and go. Time is never on your side it seems. Good luck out there!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️🌎🔥
I don't follow many folks nor look up to to many guys but I've been following you for quite sometime and I find myself looking up to you good sir....thank you
It boils down right to what your finances are, and that is the deciding factor.
Yeah, Steiner is certainly above my price range.Edit: then the 4-5k nods, shotgun , Trijicon IR etc.. I'd be afraid to let it out of my sight with like 20k in the case.
@@johnpoole8321yea, but there's folks here that complain and pay 3-800 a month to drive a car.. it's all about where you burn your money
Usually, unless you want to do something stupid and hear from the spouse (aka, the boss). I always adhere to the better to ask forgiveness than permission.
Use your 401k like I did before the Democrats take it cast Lord knows there's not going to be no retirement for us
@@chuckratliff2474 Dude, that's the first thing I did when I retired. Again, the boss was steamed. Luckily we have a decent nest egg as it currently stands. But yep, roughly $40K bought me a Jeep and a lot of goodies. But I can't go back in time and rethink my strategy. This is where I am today and today is all that matters, today.
All in one "To go" case. Nice. I'm set up in single grab bags but each are heavily laden in ammo too. The s hoot'n s hack is a drive thru on 200 yard lawn.
Add: Small, watertight container with BACKUP BATTERIES for items that require batteries!
Thyrm vault
You will have to SBR that shorter upper. Just something to think about.
The IR, NODS and thermal is a reach for most people.
Cleaning kits, ammo, first aid kit, batteries, gloves, hearing & eye protection, magazines
Love your setups and explanations. Would love to see your fun belt, vest, and helmet setups.
"Range day" in air quotes just about killed me...
Totally agree with you bro. Such a great video for everyone with your experience, individualism, faith, and prepper mindset. 1 other thing though u might agree with to be a necessity a surefire warcomp & suppressor combo??
To get that ultimate flash suppression. And the fact to tell people you gotta sight in that thermal scope and lpvo, and be able to quick attach them back to the same position on the rail. And should be marked for reference. Just my thoughts!
Most silencer height sights for Glocks are available in heights that work perfect to co-witness through your red-dot sight window. Very low cost upgrade for peace of mind if you're worried about the red-dot puking or cracking.
Night Fision IMO makes the best Supp Height Sights . Their Stealth Sights or Costa Sight are LOWER 1/5 Co-Witness . It's just big enough to see over the optic which is perfect
Great high-level information and a look at a professional tool set. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Haha.. range house.. can't believe we have to watch every tiny thing we say when we are trying to educate people.. I bet other channels that are just stupid entertainment doesn't get censored and watched like the channels that try to educate people.. keep doing what you are doing as long as you still can before all this information we have been able to access via the internet gets taken away.. Thank You Sir.. not just for your previous service.. but the continued service you are still providing to the real Americans that you originally fought for.. THANK YOU..
There is a channel I just discovered. He's not SOF that I can discern, but seems to know some. The way he circumvents censors is by calling everything you're doing, Minecraft. As in, when you're playing Minecraft.
@@turn-n-burn1421trench grenade. Decent channel. In his earlier videos he said what he does in the military. I dont remember exactly. I think its some kind of instructor.
@@paladin556 I know who, I intentionally didn't name the channel. Yeah, the video I watched last night, he said he's actively enlisted, so I guess he's still in by those words. He is a non-commissioned officer, and I forget the rest, but he insinuates he has experience in several things in the Army. I just get a kick out of him continuously making sure to say in Minecraft.
Love all your videos man & you always have smart, consistent info & you explain why it works instead of just saying - buy it because I use it. I agree 100% on all ten....Im stuck on the nods & thermal parts, crazy $
Great video and gear. The IR hunter 60mm is my next purchase. I currently have a Trijicon IR Patrol 19mm. 11:15 thermal talk 💯
$6500, on sale at Optics Planet. A bargain at twice the price. Not.
@@feoxorus $6500 is a good deal. I will look now
Nice advice .
I will look into the Trijicon thermal and the night vision head gear
I'm gonna need a bigger case
Great Video might add folding stock on any long range where easily carried in your pack
“Range day” coming soon
Great info..What are your thoughts about a suppressor?
Very nice setup, I like the idea of having an AR with two uppers both scoped and red dot. Also the idea of keeping your NVGs in the same rifle case along with all the supporting gear. I would add one thing, having a mid sized bag, like a tool bag, filled with loaded mags that you have tested and trust sitting right next to this case. It's like having a small storehouse standing by for refilling your gear.
Great video! If I had to suggest anything, I'd say add a suppressor for the CQB setup.
Thank you for walking us through this kit. Very good information from a very experienced individual! Not sure why people are dogging on the specific items you have invested in. Clearly, your main objective was sharing the types of items themselves.
1. LPVO - Vortex Razor HD 1-10x24 FFP ($4K)
2. Complete 16" Full-length Upper Receiver - "Custom Build"
3. Complete Lower Receiver - "A Good One"
4. Holographic Sight - Vortex AMG UH-1 ($650)
5. Complete 10" Short-length Upper Receiver - Daniel Defense MK18 ($1400)
6. IR Laser Aiming Device - Steiner DBAL-D2 ($2K)
7. Night Vision Goggles (NVGs/Nods) - AGM NVG-50 ($5-8K)
8. Thermal Scope - Trijicon IR Hunter Type 2 3x60mm ($7800)
9. 12ga Breaching Shotgun - Mossberg 590 Shockwave ($450-600)
10. Secondary Weapon (Pistol) - Glock 34 Gen 5 ($600-800)
The problem is a VAST majority of people cannot afford 3/4 of these things.
@commonsence8223 You completely missed the point. You don't have to buy these things. There are hundreds of alternatives to the specific equipment he owns. He is telling you the general items he suggests for a kit - scope, full length upper, shotgun, etc. Buy whatever you can afford that fits the bill. If that's a PSA AR, PSA Dagger, & a Maverick 88, then by all means, go for it. Don't get hung up on what he owns and find yourself in the future with nothing.
@@austinbridge I have the freedom seed dispensers, nods and thermal are insanely out of reach for most people.
Awesome content .. I bought and ar9 because of shortages of 223 … now I need a 16 inch
Thank you for your service and the knowledge. Try suppressor height sites for the pistol optic, it typically allows you to co-witness with the dot, and works as a fail safe if something goes wrong with the optic. Keep up the good work.
Great set up Chad. My set up has 24/7 constable on patrol out front of neighborhood entrance carrying Springfield 1911 Prodigy in a Chevy tahoe with steelcraft hd brushguard with ar15 in the back.
Wish i could say its cheaper - we pay hella hoa fees around here
Great video, I’m wondering what a someone like me could do to combat someone operating with such equipment. Maybe a video on protecting a home from those who own the night.
I need to get me some nice nods and an IR scope. Those are the real force multipliers!
More quality content! I have a full-size pistol but I can't afford to get the rest of it. Eyeballing an MK18 next. Would you recommend my first platform be the 16" or SBR? Thank you for putting this kind of content together. It really helps me since I'm new to this world and I get overwhelmed looking at all the options like you pointed out. Love you, man. Nuff said.
I run a holosun eps carry on my Glock 19 which is my personal choice for my shtf situation. It’s closed emitter and very durable in my experience. I run the same optic on all my conceal carry options as well.
Nice. My broke budget ask built a wooden ammo crate with open cell foam liner from a pallet. I white washed the crate too. Not water proof but big brother now tells us in Michigan what we can do in our homes and how to store arms. That we can't bear them as we wish.
Thank you for making the 2A community better at what we need.
Great list....I would add some coms as well, but I am a Ham Radio guy. Two or three inexpensive Baofeng handheld radios with headsets only cost about $100 and you can use them on FRS frequencies without a license. You only need one if the rest of your 'people' have one. I also have a RF scanner so I can see any other signals out there and ease drop on other coms.
I appreciate you going in to detail for those of us not familiar with ar style tools .
Thanks brother! Suggestion? maybe make a Tac vid for those who are just beginning the journey of becoming their own first responder. I know we can all get pumped when we see vids like this but then start looking at prices and get discouraged. Lift the spirts of your brethren who are new to the game and make a budget friendly get er done vid sim to this. Love you man! Keep grinding, you inspire me and you on Real AF! Brother ! RESPECT!!! Id love the opportunity to come train with you. Whatever you need. You have a brother stationed in Utah!
Thanks! This is really helpful the way you break everything down.
Thank you very much for this. Slowly building collection for my kids eventually.
AKASO just announced full color night and IR 4 k recording binoculars for under $200 I’m grabbing them for around the farm calf checks at night starting in March.
BigDan thanks for the heads up on this. I’ve got an Akaso camera that I use in an underwater application and it works great. I didn’t know about the bino’s. I live in a VERY rural area and need something for nighttime checks as well
@@shanes1112 go to their website and email notice it is early bird in a week or so.
Chad & Chili - love you guys! It’s was great to see your kit Chad - mighty impressive stuff - but you’re a mighty impressive guy - it’s time to go buy a hat now….nuff said!
On my Wilson Combat 556 Rifle I run the FNH Cold Forged Chrome Lined barrel, Troy Open Flip Sights w/the Eotech EXPS3-2 and G43 Magnifier which the Eotech has night vision capability. My 2nd barrel is set up with the same FNH barrel Troy Open Flip Sights and the double laser DIR-1 w/ IR Laser and vis Green Laser. I changed both barrel hand guards to the Troy Graphite to lighten the load a little on both barrels. I run Monocular NV's which I have a Thermal Clip on for them and a Berings Optics Hogster-R Thermal Scope that is know by my hog hunting buddies as the REAPER, I strongly advise getting one as for it's tough and works as a hand held monocular or rifle scope that has range adjustments on it for distances, love it.
Great content,please continue sharing your knowledge.
Chad they have an adapter for that 590 to use mini shells. They have plenty of power and are very handy. I have ran the crap out of mine with no problems
Excellent base setup kit. Looks like a GBRS second best sling, I would suggest one for each AR upper, and one for the shotgun. Can easily be switched to single point, when moving "on the range". A combo tool, and fighting knife would be easy additions. TQ on the butt stock, always at the ready. Thanks for the great videos Chadd.
Nice set up. I’m good with my side and primary with glass.
MR Chadd I greatly appreciate what you put out in your content and you have been an amazing guide for someone as myself brand new to all of this being the first in my family to respect our constitutional and dyer right!
Thank you Chad. Great breakdown. Have a much clearer picture. God bless.
What is on the front of your full length rail and pistol grip? What’s the main reason for you? Always great videos. Thanks. 👍
I'd probably keep a small tool kit in there in case I need to swap or tighten something. thanks for sharing!
I ve loved this channel from get go. Just whatched video of your SEA DADDY. I love you Chad! Your a damn good man.
I've never thought of having multiple uppers and switching out lowers. That's a damn good idea.
Can you please have a follow up video on what you decide on the red dot on a pistol? If you think it's a benefit or not for close quarter combat? And if you are going to keep using it on your personal pistol?
Loved the video!! Thanks for the information. I especially enjoyed the way you made sure so carefully to apply your verbiage to the range. Lol, super good stuff. Thanks again
Great info, no nonsense, as always. Thank you
I dig the antiwalk pins on the lower. I have them in mine as well.
When you switch your full length upper for your cqb short barrel upper do you need to switch buffer spring weight? What buffer are you using?
I haven't been able to get into red dots on pistols. Might I suggest a ghost ring set of night sights from Ameriglo? I find them to be absolutely fantastic for lining up shots quickly.
Great topic my brother & good selection of top gear. Well done 👊
Hey Chad, please stock 3x for us bigger old vets. Thanks for all you do God Bless
He doesn't like us fat people. A few videos of his, he's expressed that.
Great stuff very helpful keep up the good work I love watching your videos we need more people like you out there. Thnk God you are willing to do this you are very appreciated may God bless you and your family. Keep it going we are listening. Thanks Chad