American Gunfighter Episode 2 - Tom Spooner, Northern Red - Presented by BCM

BCM is proud to announce the premiere of a new series of short films titled American Gunfighter. Each episode of American Gunfighter will feature a different instructor from the BCM Gunfighter program and talk one-on-one with them about how they got to where they are and what drives them do what they do.
In Episode 2, we talk with Tom Spooner of Northern Red.
Tom has dedicated his adult life to serving our country. His military career began in the 82nd Airborne where he did his first deployment as a private in Operation Desert Storm. His career lead him to 7th Special Forces Group as a Green Beret with deployments to Central and South America and culminated with 10 years at 1st SFOD-D. As an Operator Tom spent 40 months in combat, conducting over 1300 direct action missions. Tom's experience base includes Hostage Rescue, Kill/Capture and Helo based vehicle interdictions. He served as both an Assault Team leader and Sniper Team Leader in combat. Tom's extensive experience in executing missions that were often opposed by the enemies most hardened fighters created his passion for teaching the application of marksmanship and tactics in real world scenarios.
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[@taketheredpill3352]

This guy really impressed me. Very thoughtful, very grounded, very measured way of speaking and articulating himself. The kind of guy who could snatch the life right out of you in a heartbeat if he wanted to but whose manner would immediately put you at ease if you were in his company. Glad to hear he fought his demons and won. Respect from the UK, Delta is no joke.

[@pwrplnt1975]

TakeThe RedPill That was a great comment I enjoyed reading it, I know he read it and enjoyed it as much as I did. This guy pretty much went as farrrrrrrr as possible in the American Special Forces game. He is an amazing piece of humanity. In all of these American Gunfighter videos I think this is absolutely the best due to him wanting to help his fellow veterans with something else beside more guns and more training. Great Stuff I liked them all, but this guy is just amazing! This is what being an American is about a lot of us in America don't remember what it is to be an American and just take it for granted nowadays and it makes me sick!

[@shinobi-no-bueno]

TakeThe RedPill that's what you find with top tier warriors, they're basically geniuses most of the time, not the meathead bodybuilders from the movies

[@Rabahsaurus]

ColdDead Hands better make some more cursory KZbin comments! That'll change everything. : / Lil baby back bologna banana boy bitch bandanna bullet butthole bike!~

[@qaisyosufzai1369]

HATS OFFFF BUDDY

[@TheSVERguy]

What a total badass. So calm too. You'd never know his tier background if you met him on the street.

[@Curveball]

That's kind of the point.

[@oliteotx]

You can always tell the humility in the man who has been there and done that. None of the gung ho tough talk. Much respect to this great warrior.

[@Jedi_Obi-Wan]

This video was from 7 years ago and I am so disturbed that it took 7 years for me to discover it on KZbin. I was never in the military but served over 30 years in Law Enforcement in one of the most dangerous cities in America. Tom Spooner has garnered my admiration and RESPECT for what he has/is doing for the WORLD, NOT just his community. His work expands outward to areas that are not recognized or talked about. God Bless you my brother and all of our war fighters here and abroad. Thank you for serving!

[@robbas_krk1510]

And then - boom. Here’s me, 9 years later.

[@zexnynex777]

i wish bcm would make about 100 more of these little docs. i think there is only 4 or 5.

[@gussk8e]

Zex Nynex agreed. These are very well made. I wish medics got a little more love as well

[@MariaSilva-hv5dw]

Thats bc not too many is ready to come out just yet....and more of them are either in the military or contraxtors conus or oconus...not everyone wants a spotlight...

[@jlogan977]

Sir, look up Walker McGuire, they call me doc.

[@anferneefigueroa7635]

There are 9 so far I think.

[@alexterrel9594]

Welcome to 2020 ;)

[@gillmiller3474]

wow...SF, Ranger and Delta!!! that's a resume to be proud of sir.

[@gillmiller3474]

sorry my bad.

[@Isaac_Davis_]

Shrek is Ranger SF Delta though.

[@randyunderwood4209]

His sequence is 82nd, then SF, then Delta. Most Delta guys come out of the 75th Rangers Regiment, that another sequence you can follow. Airborne, Ranger, SF, Delta.

[@mikethorson4031]

Gill Miller yea no. He never said Ranger. Not all of 1st group is Rangers. 1st SFOD is comprised of Rangers, Marines, Navy, and even some 82nd who finally get their shit together.

[@mdfogarty]

@@mikethorson4031 Yeah, he never said Ranger, but there at 2:27 he's pictured with a Ranger tab. Only a guy who made it to Delta would leave Ranger school out of this personal story. Awesome.

[@Robin6512]

Doing all he did for his country and openly telling about what happens to him shows a real person! Respect Sir for all you did and still doing.

[@TheMetalHeaD256]

"Soldier's Heart" is probably the perfect way to describe PTSD in my mind. That phrase shouldn't go away. It should be in common vocabulary today.

[@ericbates9824]

TheMetalHeaD256 Amen brother. I cannot describe how I feel about that phrase, but it encompasses what I feel is accurate for these servicemen.

[@JodelDaniel]

I agree 100%

[@TheSgtUltra]

Well a soldier's PTSD at least. A lot of people have it.

[@leadpersuasion]

Excellent warrior and human being! Thanks so much for your service and sacrifice!

[@bigsparky8888]

WE ARE IN AGREEMENT!!!!

[@liberaltearsaslube6318]

Love to see this dudes DD214... Much respect man!

[@gunsmoke6230]

Several attached pages for sure......The yeoman was probably in disbelief ! These top tier guys could be Surgeons or CEO'S of major corporations. Instead they chose to keep us safe at night while we sleep. God bless all our Military especially Special Forces. USN 89-95

[@raypollum8390]

Tom Spooner is an Elite Modern Warrior. Thanks BCM for making these videos! It says a lot about the type of Company BCM is.... They make the top Carbines on the market IMO.

[@McMeatBag]

This is who you'd really want to train with.

[@St.Howard]

Absolutely incredible. Overcoming such odds and turning it into something beautiful and positive for others who are effected the same way. To say it is commendable is no where near enough. Thank you for such a great video.

[@yjfuykyil]

This is the kind of person I'd like to instruct me if I could choose anyone. He seems extremely calm, well articulated and thoughtful while still having that tier one background.

[@crashtestairsoft4978]

Inspirational. What an incredible human being. Not only being able to get over his demons, but being humble enough to realise that they appears WITH the entire support network intact and understanding others are not so lucky. Then having the foresight and good will to help others less fortunate to reduce that 22.Incredible.

[@michaelalbrecht3972]

Just stumbled across this and had a few minutes to kill. WOW!!! How BLESSED I am to seen this, and blessed and PROUD to have guys like this covering my civilian backside day after day. A true, old-fashioned American! Wish we could get back to his way of thinking!!

[@ericbates9824]

Michael Albrecht more of them are there than you may think. it's the MSM's fault in the end in their attempt to fill everyone with garbage.

[@sasquatch-rx3ss]

+Michael Albrecht Hooah!

[@robertr2952]

" The old American fashion way, ourselves " Awesome ,awesome interview ! Thank you Tom Spooner and all those who served.

[@covering-some-things]

you can see that he was a great Special Forces Operator /Instructor....intelligent....and hey made it 10 yrs with Delta.....A Great soldier and great American

[@thiscouldntblowmore]

I almost didnt watch this video, but im really happy that i did. He seems like a very nice guy, a great American.

[@ericbates9824]

thiscouldntblowmore we would do well to honor him by at least attempting to measure up.

[@KeepMovingForwardAlways983]

That’s probably by far the best explanation of the military experience and the good and down sides to being a warrior. Also being truthful with your self and admitting doubts but, hunkering down and chop away at those doubts. I see this has been made 6 years ago I hope this great individual is still the same in mentality but graced with even more wisdom. Thank you for your experiences and willingness to share that with us the people. At times we are not worthy but thank you again for sharing those gems 💎.

[@bryanbaker9948]

Thank you so much Tom !!!!

[@privatesector0422]

Thank you for sharing brother, I still have PTSD but getting better day by day. Stay strong stay positive improvise adapt and overcome.

[@CerebralFriction]

I found this video by Googling my own name, Thomas Spooner, we couldn't be more different but this is guy is awesome.

[@3091181]

Thank you Tom and Scot for your sacrifice to the Republic. You guys do us all proud every day.

[@mtnman1]

2nd video in as many days from BCM that I've seen, I am behind you guys 100% as a brand based off of who you endorse. I've never used any of your products before but when I am able to invest in an AR I will undoubtedly go to you guys. Cheers

[@eccmassive9641]

Makes one proud to be American again. With the current administration & the weakened posture of America on the global scene, guys like this make me remember why we are who we are. Thanks to not only Tom Spooner, but to each and every member of our military for putting it all on the line for this nation. United we stand. Divided we fall. We need to start remembering that.....

[@eccmassive9641]

***** You are 100% not a vet. I'm sure of that. Nice try though. If you have a problem with OUR HEROES, OUR VETS, then discuss it somewhere else. Thanks

[@eccmassive9641]

***** Some of us are drones? Crazy, you learn something new everyday! Way to go champ!!!

[@jeffshuck3125]

+Ken Bellone I want to see your hard numbers please, i don't believe you show me hard facts that back up what you say. BTW where ever there is injustice, where ever a people are subjected to a dictator or a oppressive government we are just and right in attempting to free those people. That is our God given role as the United States of America.

[@nickx8411]

That's an exceedingly dangerous and asinine perspective to have. What if Russia decided we were oppressed and decided to invade America to "free it from the oppression of a republic". Would you agree with their "God-given role"? What stupidity.And yeh, I served in the US Army Infantry, Mechanized. I believe in the men/women that serve, but I often question the motives of our government. Which is what I think you are mainly about...but to think or say America is God's tool of freedom... dude, who are you, or we, to decide what's best for other countries? That's all.

[@ricks.1092]

To BCM...I sincerely, hope you bring more of these stories to the forefront. I know you build guns...Damn Awesome One's too. But, this does so much for the Vets and the rest of the community. Tom said something, that stuck with me. We do things the old fashion way...The American Way....by doing it ourselves. Well said Tom. By the way, I have several excellent AR's...However, I always go for one of my 2 BCM's. Those rifles are built so well. It's a pleasure to shoot mine. And I shoot a lot. Probably 500 rounds per weekend...if not more. Respectfully, Dr. Rick S.

[@marklloyd6522]

I've watched this video many times and it never gets old. I regret having never joined the military and I appreciate the brotherhood that is formed through service to your Country and your fellow brothers and sisters in combat. When I think of the level of expertise and combat effectiveness that Tom has reached (and men like him), it makes me sleep very securely at night knowing that they are out there protecting all of us. I can't imagine being such a gifted warrior and then recognize that you are struggling, despite your support network, and make it through. Then to realize that, through your own experience, you have a gift of being able to mentor others through their struggles, is something that speaks to the character of the man. Maybe some day I will get to shake his hand and say thank you. To those of you on this thread that have served or are serving, know that I'm grateful for your service.

[@calt9777]

Thank you, for putting in well said words on how so many of us feel! Thank you for all your help, service, and thoughts

[@kevindoherty126]

wow. i'm really glad i was able to listen to this.

[@Brent0331]

Great video!

[@howie4540]

Excellent example of a real,down to earth American.A man with a purpose. America needs more like you. Great work

[@chrissilva2800]

Thank you for your service Tom but just as importantly I want to thank the Spooner family for their sacrifice. Thank you for all of the holidays away from Tom, thank you for enduring all of the heartache and thank you for being there for him when he needed you the most. Our nation is free because of men like Tom and the thousands more like him who never came home. Thank you to all the vets; may God bless you. #22is22toomany

[@fastrope1556]

this guy is giving a level of honesty that you hardly ever see. Thank you sir, and keep getting better day by day.

[@cclayne995]

I am beyond honored and humbled to be able to share this nation with other great Americans like Tom Spooner.

[@HappyLifeSnowboarding]

I just found these videos and they're very very motivational as a current 11b. Big thanks to Bravo for doing these.

[@joshuabook2315]

This guy is truly remarkable. To be able to bring honesty to that table and admit his crumbling feelings all in the honor of the others suffering just as he is, is just plain admirable. Salute to you bro!

[@TacticoolNinja]

Awesome much respect, thank you for your service!

[@ChasenBTC1]

Idk why but i watch this video again every few months. He seems like the coolest dude. I want to be like that.

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

Thank you BCM for putting this out, and thank you Mr. Spooner for your service from the bottom of my heart. Without guys like you I wouldn't be enjoying the freedoms I have at this very moment!

[@thatguy.namedmitch]

I’ll never get tired of watching this particular episode.

[@byronomboy]

Super badass with 10 years in the Unit during the height of GWOT. But what impresses me most is his truthfulness in the human aspect. He knew he was in deep trouble (even though with all the help and support) but being able to manage that “GAP”. He now dedicates his time to helping. Salute!

[@xefitnop]

Takes more guts to admit you need help and seek it than go through any doorway with a bad guy on the other side. This was a pleasant surprise in the gunfighter series. Never heard of Spooner before this but I wanted to say thanks, as a combat veteran.

[@eljay3844]

Self accountability, love for others, and a purposeful life. Thank you for the great example you have set forth.

[@tomp.9653]

Great episode Mr. Spooner and I thank you and your brother for keeping us safe.

[@theprepperrevelator]

Wow bravo sir! Thank you for your service abroad and here at home as well! You are a true patriot! Rick

[@purplecow5150]

what an impressive individual on so many levels. to achieve and excel at that level in the military, for that length of time, is extraordinary. but even more impressive was tom's compassion and desire to help others. and to help others through art in a conjunction with the non-military community is just amazing and creative. great stuff and a great guy. thank you for making this documentary.

[@benaguilar1787]

Wow, this is ten minutes of my life that I am really thankful for. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your experiences with us Tom.

[@jjkroll32]

Thank you for your story, your service, and your sacrifice.

[@locomusikbox2130]

a truly impressive person. Putting himself behind the well-being of others and constantly giving back to the community, acknowledging that there is something bigger, something beyond all that. That is impersonating the virtues a soldier stands, fights and dies for.

[@52AllLove]

Happy Birthday Tom Spooner!

[@bigsparky8888]

THANK YOU FOR THESE VIDEOS...RE INFORCES MY BELIEFS!!! DAN BONGINO...A HERO...& I KNOW YOUR DEDICATION IS SAME...I have former(RIP BROTHERS) Navy Seal friends and one gave me his lapel pin...(under protest...I never served nor deserved it...but he honored me by that gift...today I AM A PATRIOT!!!)

[@AMERICANDOF]

He nailed it. Right on. Don't think anyone could have put better. I forwarded this to all my brothers

[@johngriffey3902]

Hells yeah, ya nailed it right on the head! "Idle Hands is the Devils playground" You gave many a chance to make a difference when they had no idea what to do with idle time. You gave them a chance to continue their sacrifice for eachother!! For many, many years they have grown acustome to sacrificing for eachother! You can't turn that off people. So God bless you and keep up the good work!!

[@rnelnj44]

Awesome American Hero. Thank you for your service and being awesome sir!

[@VanillaGorilla502]

I think this is the message that I needed to hear. Thanks Brother

[@davkenrem]

Great video. I really respect this man and how he related his story. These are great men.

[@JEJAK5396]

Great way to start the day. Semper Fi!

[@alprimi]

Thanks for your service you make me feel so proud 🙏

[@deadheart556]

Total and complete badass, he is what makes America great.

[@daver9594]

Salute T. Spooner! 10++ vid., interview, HONESTY and maintaining a grounded perspective! One Vt. to another - bro, you made me Proud!

[@bjkrauel]

Great video and extraordinary individual. Thanks to you, and people like you, that do all you do. God bless

[@VastGameMaster]

You truly are an inspiration to us all, even from a civilian point of view.

[@PlugNuster]

Wow, that really touched me. And I mean that. I salute this guy.

[@ThePoorBoy]

Interesting to see him here after watching his interview on Shawn's show. He seems much more settled into civilian life now -- the eyes are different these days, less intense. An incredible individual.

[@jeconklin]

Well done-thanks for your service brother.

[@TrinidadJamesWoods]

you can tell by listening to Mr. Spooner that he must have been a great teacher while in the military. he has a very easy manner about him, and seems very grounded. good stuff.

[@guitarra8a]

Great video. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences.

[@bradfordsmith133]

thank you for all that u and scott have done too protect us

[@MatthewdePaula]

What a guy. Thank you.

[@paratrooperlane7022]

Thank you brother for your service and Sacrifice of self.

[@WhtMike2006]

It's very cool to see a Tier-1 guy speak so openly about PTSD. Very well made video and I wish they made more of these episodes.

[@mrsickwick]

Amazing story from an incredible warrior. This is a real life American hero

[@boeing-lt4el]

What a true American hero! Thank You Sir.

[@ddeaae]

Thank you for your sacrifice and you have a beautiful life..You are correct we need to do more for our Warriors

[@walperstyle]

I wonder if the adrenaline of war or extreme environments is what creates PTSD. When you are living on the edge daily, once you get back to reality, it must really be strange.

[@1xXitachiXx1]

what boggles my mind is that statistically speaking, more non-deployed servicemen are afflicted by PTSD than deployed or even special forces guys are (whom without a doubt face more direct action events than non-deployed guys do)

[@walperstyle]

Probably more on the individual and not so much the theater.

[@241Nyyorker]

I think it's more that the culture of infantry and other combat deployed vets is the nature of drowning it inside themselves, not coming forward with it and not admitting it. That's why there's probably so many cases that go unrecorded and so many suicides.

[@lgdurocher]

Not to mention being constantly exposed to death. Killing bad guys may not always be so hard, but I imagine it must still take it's toll. Seeing innocent people being killed, losing friends, etc

[@caseyhorne3379]

1xXitachiXx1 Remember there's a chance a lot of the non-deployed who have PTSD may just be claiming to have it for added benefits. It's sad to see within the military the number of people that take advantage of the system, and it ends up hurting the opportunities for those who really need it.

[@edarko1]

I just want to say that the light of a warrior is in all of us...we are Americans, we will not stand down. No matter who you are, good or bad. It is in all in us...live and fight for the weak and the disadvantaged...this man gets it...and so does every American gunfighter.

[@PlugNuster]

Thank you Tom, for your service and sacrifice. You are an honorable man.

[@chriszablocki2460]

AZ welcomes you.

[@sasquatch-rx3ss]

I'd like to sit down and have a few beers with this guy, Class act.

[@jackbaur18]

God bless our veterans.

[@kirk189]

Great man

[@5RWill]

Agreed, both Tom and Scot are phenomenal guys.

[@abukii]

Hats off. AMAZING VID!

[@freedomridermorty4459]

Great video. You are being called upon again, not to fight a foreign enemy but rather a Domestic enemy on our own land. We need the Retired SOF, Ranger, Marine , Seal, and AF to come together and lead great American Patriots in our most important battle. I'm a single 61 year old and willing to sacrifice my life for the people. I need to be part of a solution and not some wannabe Militia. I follow Warrior Poet Society and Vigilance Elite and hopefully this site as well. I can no longer stand idle as Freedom is being ripped from us. I need to help in a positive way, I'm willing to relocate and volunteer my time. There are many among us who need direction. God Bless America

[@glennhynes5263]

Probably the smartest thing that anyone has ever done to any gibson bass, ever. Good job

[@firefightingvet9181]

Great video, it’s nice to know we’re not alone keep up the great content BCM

[@coryjanko]

God bless you and all others that did the job and continue on.

[@MidsierramusingBlogspot]

"Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God." (2 Corinthians 1:4) Total respect Tom.

[@danielmanning7689]

Just stumbled across this 3 years later. Love the insight that you can help veterans by getting them to help other veterans. Come to think of it, as I learned from Simon Sinek, that's a great way to help any human. Relationships are key.

[@roguegunnworks9696]

So wish we had places like this to train in. Great job

[@karenswager5687]

Tom, Thanks for your service. Very proud of you! Coach Swager

[@1956lal]

Thank you for being you, for your continued service and for being a good citizen. Still trying to fit in and to be a good citizen here, retired Marine....Semper Fi!

[@chaoticcaninejb]

NEED MORE OF THESE!!!!!!

[@anointedsword]

After watching the first min or so, I did not need to hear any speaking to tell he was a bad ass. Also man enough to know when he has problems. Awesome video!

[@USArmyZ28]

I think this intro is the coolest one of the series

[@brendaproffitt8520]

You are the one who is a true hero and a more ways then one that I see in your video and hell of vet too looks to like your a good husband too and the different types of thing's that you have done in your career too ...thank you

[@stevo4547]

Damn... much respect to this warrior.

[@johnd4348]

The strenght of a man is one who can speak of his weaknesses .and show his humility.

[@benjaminhiggs4740]

You are a great American! Keep up the good work brother!

[@CajunMarine33445]

Thank you for your service Semper Fi