Semper Fi, brother. Did you ever attend any events at the Pala, CA range, circa 2015-17?

Wow an actual instructional video with content that’ll learn you up real quick! Great work Phil 💪🏴 Shoot Straight

It's good to see you back Phil. I've been following your content for years and really digging all of it. I have to say that your sister's advice was/is spot on and it's something I try to convey to others. For the simple reason that as someone who is 30+ years into his career and someone who realized 20+ years ago that I should have changed tactics 5 years into my career, I know the weight and toll of doing something you regret doing and continuing in a field you don't want to be in. It's to late for me, but if I can directly or indirectly help anyone to get on a better life path and a more fulfilling career, then I consider myself blessed to have been of use and help to my fellow man.

super informative brotha 💪 10 outa 10 better than mdt 😂

I do the same paper trick 👍

Thank you for coming back! Perfect timing as I’m about to begin teaching my youngest son how to hunt this season! I do have a question and seeing as that you’re a family guy and have gone through some stuff it seems fit to ask you. I worked finance/office jobs for about a decade and was raising my 3 kids alone back then as well. Around the time Covid hit, I began to get into fire/law enforcement/emergency management. I started out in fire as a firefighter and volunteered with my local EM before going on to become a LEO at a local college. I worked my way up to be a federal law enforcement officer and was sent to the USMC Police Academy at FLW. I loved the challenges and the pressure and I loved helping people but unfortunately had to back out for a bit due to some well just say trauma.. I went on to volunteer with another fire department and became a coroner and then one day I came home and my son asked me, “If you die, who would take care of me?” To which I could not name anyone. At this point I decided to back out of the first responder world and focus on him, my other two and fixing some other issues from past trauma. It’s been two years now and I’ve been through a few jobs that just didn’t seem to “fit “ it’s like I don’t feel like I have a purpose anymore because I’m not doing what I love but I am timid to go back into it because of my lack of support at home and God forbid something happen and I would have to leave him in this world alone. How did you decide when enough was enough of the running and gunning and how did you find purpose or the ability to sit at a desk again when you know you’re meant for more? I feel like it’s a catch 22 either way because if I settle for another desk job my kids are also seeing me “give up” on myself (or at least that’s how I feel) and I know if I go back to doing what I love that I’m going to miss out on so much of their lives and that’s time I won’t get back. I know in some states there is no age limit so I have time to back down and stay focused on them before returning later on. I want to do this and I keep getting good job offers for desk jobs but something inside me just keeps wanting more. Did you ever go through this? If so, how do you shut it off, at least for a few more years?

Congrats on your new path and excited to see what's to come. I found you through trying to learn about precision shooting but became a fan because of your calm, humble and authentic demeanor.

Phil please do multi camera bench top video with ATACR. "Sir, might I suggest you keep your face on the gun?" -PRS Caddie

I don't know who the fuck you are to be fair.

I'm sure it's also the case that if you have less than perfect vision that you are going to have to compromise on either the triggercam clarity or your actual view through the optic. I know when I try to set up my camera behind my scope I have to adjust my diopter because the camera has basically perfect vision and as long as the focus is set properly it's actually extremely clear. But when I remove the camera I find my Reticle isn't perfectly in focus because my vision is at about -0.75.

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@@velayo_0317 Phillip great vid as always. Does rear loading a bipod or shooting of a 2 point support like a chain/strap have the same benefits as a unstable barricade? It's great to see techniques evolving vs what was taught when I first started.

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this is all good in theory, until you realize anyone further than 5’ away are not going to be able to see the details. Yeah, draw a bunch of lines and small numbers… from the back of the class you’ll need a swaro btx with a 115 objective. actually that’s not a bad hack to get comfortable with your spotter… 🤔

Great informative video as usual 👏 👍

Hey Philip, thanks for sharing where your at in life. You are top of my list when it comes to rifle development skills. I live in N. Ireland, I'm 67yrs old. I'm in a very progressive gun club shooting with guys like yourself. I've learned so much from them and they pointed me to you. Phil, while I'm a tradesman in joinery & other areas, I worked in outdoor education for years. A coach at advanced levels for 40yrs. I took responsibility & the job to seriously, I burned 🔥 out big time. It was so bad I had to retire in 2017. My brain will never fully recover due to the stress & anxiety caused by not being able to let the job go. Shooting has become my place of peace and contentment. I tell you thus because I know burn out & work removed me from family. My illness, while it took me to hell & mostly back, it has been a gift. I have a relationship with my wife & 3 adult kids that I never had before. Keep your face in the gun, but make sure most of what you do is for your needs first. You ever want to come to Ireland, bring your family and you can stay here with us. Take care, God bless, Hugo Dale

Congratulations on the new little boy on the way man

Good to see you back man. Gotta put family and yourself first always. I think we all struggle with that from time to time. Can't wait to see where this goes

Super coole short and informative clip. Nice quality, thanks

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My man!! Stoked for this brother, look forward to the episodes! 🤙🏻🔥

Love to see this man. Just going at it. I am also trying to figure some things out. I've been a police officer for over 6 years and I'm just tired of it. Definitely not even close to what I thought it was. I want something more rewarding. I want to actually feel like I'm helping people and giving back. I wouldn't mind doing some podcast stuff. But there's a ton to learn that is - unpodcast related to put it all together. Not really sure on it. Kind of struggling for ideas. Keep it up tho man! Can't wait to see more of you.

Great tip. My guess was front load the prop. Lol. But hearing you explain it, it seems so obvious to do it the other way. Thanks!

Excited to see what you end up doing and how you run on your own man!

Congratulations on the baby!

Awesome to see you back Phil. Love your content! #freerecoilphil

Happy to see you doing what’s best for you and yours.

Great to see you back, love the honesty!

Good shit brother!⚡⚡

Let's talk hunting. I love big game hunting, but also love bird hunting. Have you tried bird hunting? I have a 33 year-old son who lives South of Jackson, WY. He's always looking for someone to shoot and hunt with.

So good to have you back in the mix!

Welcome back

Let's see some more with Pat Ginder, he's a beauty.

Welcome back Phil! Would love to hear your experience with work/ family balance after the military as you have transitioned to civilian life. As a father to 3 young kids it’s hard to balance work/ training and family! Would love to hear your experience in this area!

Heck yeah! Phil is back!! Bro... I have to say, your content is among some of my absolute favorite to watch. Your tone and tamber- your down-to-earthness, it's absolutely enjoyable to watch. This may sound odd, but when having a bad day, or feeling stressed - I sometimes watch one of your videos and it brings calm to my soul, lol. As well as the good instruction and tips on the art of precision shooting, your videos are also therapeutic for me, ha. Thank you for your hard work. Hope to train with you someday. So glad you're settling in to your new venture post-MDS, and finding your groove. Looking forward to what the future holds for you. Cheers 👌

Thank you for an informative and useful video. I have been trying to improve my marksmanship using just a single tripod support and had been pushing forward similar to “loading” a bipod. My results have been spotty at best. Today I used your technique and the results were immediately better. I’ll be experimenting with different guns, cartridges, and distances, but I believe your advice will apply to them all. Thanks again.

Welcome back!

Missed you, thanks for getting me in on Tikka

I think that some of things you want to cover can also be incorporated into a podcast episode, perhaps as a segment, rather than always dedicated episodes to it. Happy with any of it though! One thing that comes to my mind on the life subject. How are you approaching raising your daughter to help her avoid some of the mistakes and/or bad choices you made when younger or even just witnessed being younger? How are you looking to be an example to her to be the kind of model of someone who is committed, and decrease likelihood of her having to get divorced (assuming she marries, etc)? The latter isn’t always avoidable, but also I’d say is never the ideal situation because it is ultimately wasn’t the desire when a couple got together. With long rage shooting, there are fundamentals, what do you see as those for parenting?

I had a "cody high school Broncos" sticker on my top dresser drawer all growing up. I lived in central WI. I think it was a gift from my aunt who lived there. Many years later, I moved to Cheyenne and fell in love with WY.

Welcome back Phil Mindset and business sense but cool to see what you do. Came from MDS and followed for you for awhile.

Awesome!

I've noticed that I see more movement of the reticle when my heart beats when I would push hard into the barricade and brace for recoil.

Your film style set you apart in the shooting world, always like showing new shooters your stuff to just give them better visual of what we do (even if you don't answer IG messages, lol). Excited to see where your road leads, would love to see stuff on how you set up "shots" on camera, gear, etc.

Tikka really is the "easy button" when it comes to reasonably priced factory rifles. You basically never hear of a tikka that doesnt shoot well.

Bienvenido Big Dawg. Much love on Filipino:) Fyi: Best Siopao in L.A, @ Mami King Restaurant!

Glad you have “returned.” Looking forward to watching the voyage. Thanks for sharing.

Could you possibly make a video about the highs and lows competing in the PRS arena? I’ve been competing for 3 years. The time and money it takes and sacrifices to compete at a certain level. It’s fun but when the dust settles, nobody cares and no money lol. So how do you view that?

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Great work on BOTW hunt. I thought your willingness on video to question all your methods and change when needed showed your character. I enjoyed your instruction. I agree you have more to offer. Great to see you!