Defensive Gear to Make Yourself a Harder Target in Times Like These

Defensive Gear to Make Yourself a Harder Target in Times Like These
There is gear and equipment that can give you a better chance in a dangerous environment. Here I share some covert and overt options.
Becoming a harder target could be the difference of your survival. If self defense is part of your preparedness plan, consider what options are available to you and what scenarios they would work in. Being an overtly hardened target could create issues while maintaining discretion decreases capability. Hopefully this video just gave you some ideas or options to consider when trying to ensure you survive an event.
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[@yetisuncle666]

Almost a month ago I was reminded the value of a ifak. I have an advanced ifak in my sling bag that I carry with me everyday. I ride a motorcycle, and as I was going to work one morning, I saw a fellow biker that had been hit by a SUV. So I pulled over and assessed hit wounds. (I do have medical training, used to be a surgical tech also) he had a below knee amputation and some broken ribs. As he had a spurter I cut his pants and applied a tq to the wounded leg. He was starting to show early signs of shock, and by the time the tq was tight, the emts arrived. I gave a quick report and scooted on to work. Last I heard they were able to save the leg. But had to give him 8 units of blood.

[@spencermichaelson1882]

Hell yea brother good work !

[@youngguns1319]

That a hell of good job 👍

[@MagicPrepper]

Man that is amazing that you were able to help that person survive. The right equipment and training can go a very long way.

[@tacticalmattfoley]

Well done! We need more people like you WILLING to help others.

[@414violence]

Well done sir you saved his life. He gets to go home to his family now because you were there that day

[@hypnoprep]

GREAT video MP. Very informative for those who dont know. Stay safe brother

[@MagicPrepper]

Hey thanks I appreciate it.

[@christoFlair777]

Nice advice brother!!!,, it’s true

[@MrE-lq6jp]

Really glad Bear Independent and Refuge Medical is getting a spotlight.

[@jklop7841]

Remember that gear without training and skills is just free gear someone will loot off your dead body. For example, if you struggle as long as he did in this video to take the Sig out of the backpack you'll die because you didn't get in the fight fast enough. Hahah awesome video, man. Love the channel.

[@ericzimmermann4313]

And when you get the IFAK, get an EMT Basic book. That will cover the majorty of potential SHTF medical scenarios that you'll realistically be able to treat. You're not going to dart a chest and get someone to surgery or ICU, but you can learn a legit splint. Also, in real world, youll need a shit load of gloves when dealing w trauma, so get more of those as the pair in the IFAKs may break when you put them on.

[@MagicPrepper]

Thanks for the suggestions!

[@Tsl4Lf]

​@MagicPrepper which knife is that on the pack?

[@lewis9888]

My Chest Rigs and Plate Carriers are equipped to hold 6 loaded rifle magazines. Yes, it adds more weight, but I believe if I need to wear any of them, I may need the ammo that I have them set up for.

[@jasoncarey157]

check out the homemade vest coverage. Fiberglass blanket soaked in fiberglass adhesive. stops most pistol rounds and even some rifle rounds.

[@williampinner1893]

Spot on. Thanks.

[@MagicPrepper]

You're welcome. And thank you for the support.

[@dangeary2134]

I bought a military trauma backpack almost ten years ago. I keep it handy at all times. The “goodies” are gone, but I have replaced them with some other things, and bolstered it with a lot of extra supplies for multiple casualties. Never used it, yet, but it is there!

[@MagicPrepper]

I have an expanded first aid kit in my truck with multiple treatment capacity. Definitely a good idea in case of a large scale event.

[@narref04]

Give it time and you will. I'm a former TCCC/PHTLS instructor with 25+ years of mil medicine... combat, driving to work, or post natural disaster... I've used all my training and a few of my Med bags in both the travel to from work... and not only while deployed to war

[@handroids1981]

Yep, I've had fire extinguisher and first aid kit in each car and house I've lived in for decades now. I've used band aids and I'm very happy about that.

[@jasoncarey157]

lol... yea. youll know how much armour is in NY whem shit hits the fan

[@badtchad4935]

I’m not allowed an AR where I’m at but as far as cheap truck/car guns I can have something like an affordable Maverick 88 with a couple Velcro side saddles, one buck one slugs. Just can’t have them in the trunk together.

[@MagicPrepper]

Mav 88 is always a good option for a budget firearm!

[@ctznarmory]

Great setup 👌. Your point about "if a bad guy has a rifle, you'll want your rifle" is solid and people should heed that advice.

[@MagicPrepper]

I'm just presenting what I have learned from those who have actual experience compared to just what I think. The more I interact with folks who have been there and done that, the more I realize just how ineffective some of our equipment really is.

[@NaturePNW]

Bro don't have on the aero precision! Great guns for budget prices Same with the delton

[@MagicPrepper]

I wasn't. Just saying the gun is cheap and you can tell. Also, I have had issues with Aero Precision products before.

[@terrygore2792]

00TG from Illinois.....

[@mark11schu]

Your truck gun is the nicest looking rifle I have seen on this channel without all the clown car attachments.

[@alrbredwall]

The ifak is excellent advice. My preferred carry methods are an IWB holster for my ofal and an ankle holster. You can't tell it's on me and it gives me peace of mind.

[@MagicPrepper]

I know a few guys who rock the ankle IFAK. They seem to prefer it!

[@davepetro5676]

If you get into a gun fight You already F up. But if you ambushed in a gun fight. Do what you have to do get out of there.

[@BatMan-yb7hs]

Put lawn ornaments around property (if you have land) filled with tannerite at 40, 60, 80, and 100 yards out.....Act Accordingly!

[@TAPPS77007]

Every day use situational awareness. I go without armor. That is just my moto. Rather give up the minor protection for being able to carry more. Ever been hit with a heavy caliber round with 3A or 4 plate.? Get ready to suck wind and puking down on your knees. In addition like you were saying so many people have AP rounds. Buckshot 9 pellet or 15 pellet waist down takes everyone out. Yeah. I understand that you have a better chance with armor. But weighed the weight and decided to go with mobility and having extra weight capability. Just my mind set.

[@trentonfiffia8063]

I use a 9mm AR for my backpack gun its lighter than any 5.56 and the recoil is similar to 16" 5.56 my carry gun is 9mm so there is ammo compatibility takes glock mags but my carry gun is a Hellcat. Also it has red dot and a light on it and sling I keep three 33 round glock mags in the bag

[@MagicPrepper]

Are you changing some of your typical defensive equipment selections? Have you added anything to your gear that would be a good idea to look into? You need access to first aid equipment above all else due to its likelihood of use. Refuge Medical First Aid Equipment: shorturl.at/exCFK Use Code "MAGIC10" for 10% Off! Premier Body Armor has overt and covert armor options to give you options for any environment. The covert options could be especially beneficial for those who are unable to carry a firearm. premierbodyarmor.com/magic Use code "MAGIC10" to get 10% off of your order! Grey Man Tactical has some very innovative ways to store a firearm in your vehicle while still having it easily accessible. They even have locking systems now as well. Check them out here: bit.ly/3olzOFm And, use the code GMT10 for 10% off of your order! All affiliate links provide support to this channel and help to keep things moving forward which I greatly appreciate. Thank you all.

[@davidb9323]

A ballistic shield. Or maybe just a large AR500 target.

[@timlamay4281]

Ar500 targets are good enough for ATF agents. Did anyone see the video of that agent with the target pressing her vest?@@davidb9323

[@brianmurray4470]

The mags on the vest don't know don't care. In a urban no hugging earth needed fine extra ballistic protection. Bush bad place c a nt crawl they are anchors hump: walking long distance Force march: walking long distance very very fast. Just shor/of a jogging pace. Quality of your gear don't know any thing about it Mags look at Lancer p-msgs my choice Lancer. If you have a m1A use Springfield mags. Use them a a base for quality

[@Dirtywhtboy87930]

I made up three different ghilie suits to blend in different terrains. Need one for woods, one for out in pasture for examples… Make sure you are wearing the right sunglasses. The orange-reddish color iridium are the biggest giveaway to your position. I use Oakleys with camo frames, Tungsten Iridium prism polarized lenses. Real good for darker areas too and they sharpen up your eyesight!

[@Dirtywhtboy87930]

The way shit is going these days, I wouldn’t waste money on anything less then level 3+ body armor. There are a lot of AR or AK pistols out there these days, they make good truck guns… If you are worried about weight, get the ceramic plates.

[@wootdoo]

My coworkers used to make fun of me. Now they all bring kit to work

[@MagicPrepper]

Funny how that works. Kind of like how everyone used to clown on preppers... or is that just me?

[@gooshy8312]

A well known shooter from the 70s/80s said: "A handgun is what you use to fight your way to a real gun." It was funny because this guy was a handgun enthusiast. Ayoob? Keith? One of those guys.

[@lavaman1258]

Great video, lots to think about. I recently started training with an M1 Socom chambered in 308. It's a battle rifle. It's tough, reliable and packs a punch. That works for me.

[@MagicPrepper]

I used to have one too! Great rifle. I scaled back down to a 5.56 or 300blk until I'm good enough to handle thar beast.

[@jasoncarey157]

nice load out. mountain or farm?

[@HyggeHomestead]

Thanks for the info

[@MagicPrepper]

Thanks for the support!

[@jimmyofthesea1883]

I wanna talk about why the table has caster wheels on it.

[@turn-n-burn1421]

I noticed that too, but I don't actually care why.

[@MagicPrepper]

Its a folding, rolling shooting bench :)

[@jimmyofthesea1883]

@@MagicPrepper Noice

[@joeren8948]

Meanwhile in Yemen, a bunch of guys in flip flops and “dresses”, have only old Chinese SKS bandoliers, canteens and dirty AKs, while wreaking havoc on the well geared Saudi military. I’m a gear guy as well,but I think sometimes we get too focused on accessories and Gucci gears. I’ve done training with guys with 5K rifles, who were very poor shooters and even worse tacticians. Not knocking it, because I’m guilty of it as well; just think we should start emphasizing training and fitness, as paramount. If you have those covered, by all means, buy all the extra shit you want.

[@MagicPrepper]

Every time I discuss fitness I lose subscribers and nobody watches. Tells you a lot if you ask me. I'm in my late 30's and in the best shape of my life because I refuse to be part of that equation anymore. Used to be out of shape. Just watch my old videos haha.

[@bsd9230]

@@MagicPrepper we need some calisthenics/ physical fitness training videos... as none of us potbellied couch potatoes can lift ourselves off of the couch let alone lug 25 pounds of gear around or react and dive for cover.

[@44Special]

I would submit to you that police aren't as good with their weapons as they should be. I watch several at a range I go to. They show up to dump the required 100 rounds a month. They do that in about 10 minutes, then BS with their buddies for an hour, and go home. If they were trained enough to let their training take over, that would have ended much differently. But I do agree with the quote, "Your handgun is to fight your way to the rifle you should have never walked away from". Great job on this video.

[@jasoncarey157]

all vests are for shrapnel first. bullets second

[@lewis9888]

I have several weapons from 3006 to 22lr, including 223/5.56 and 308, so I will not aquire a 300 Blackout or any other calibers that I do not currently have. I also have a shotgun and hand guns. I have several First Aid/Trauma Kits in my car, home, and other places. Keep your powder dry and be safe my friends.

[@jmf1976jmf]

Your truck gun option I agree with 100 %

[@MagicPrepper]

It's cheap but works.

[@sixgunmiller6198]

full first aid kits including oxygen , level 3 armor with level 4 308 plates, extra ammo for any gun i might be carrying in both my vehicles and a sport bag we toss in the side by side all built as get home bags.

[@MichaelR58]

Good video, thanks for sharing, God bless !

[@lewis9888]

A lot of Law Enforcement Officers in my state have rifles in their duty cars.

[@hjgraybill]

Hello from Brownsville Texas

[@mrjon75]

Tomball Texas

[@Kelgeron]

Montgomery county here

[@MagicPrepper]

Texas has always been good to me.

[@hjgraybill]

@@MagicPrepper I am a male nurse, aspiring prepper and my own kind of person. Not a liberal.

[@hjgraybill]

@@mrjon75 I had some distant cousins there; "Graybill", and "Toombs"

[@RockyStone-rr9wq]

Been thinking about carrying the "good guy don't shoot" vest.

[@414violence]

I have a 3a+ soft vest. It's lighter, concealable and more versatile than plates. I have slick chest rig I throw over that with 6 mags. Then I can either run my helmet or gas mask. Perfect setup imo

[@jhutch1470]

Soft body armor will not stop any rifle rounds.

[@414violence]

@@jhutch1470 I know but it gives a distinct advantage where it's 100% concealable and not as heavy as plates. It stops smaller rounds and knife stabs so it's still good

[@jhutch1470]

@@414violence Oh, of course, it's better then nothing. Just check to make sure it would stop a knife stab. Many can stop a knife slash, but they are made of weaved Kevlar, so a stab will split the webbing and can go through.

[@wingnut7448]

Love the video thanks

[@MagicPrepper]

Thank you as well!

[@arlenlittle9200]

Love ve your videos very down to earth and practical

[@MagicPrepper]

I try to keep it reasonable. As much as I can anyway.

[@lukequigley121]

Dang, MP.. What flat terrain.. Also don't you guys like trees?? 😀😀 Looks like 308 w/ 8 - 30 pwr to say hello from far away territory..Don't hear much about sniper prepareing..Reach out from afar , way before they get close..

[@josueneris1861]

Video quality it’s 🔥

[@MagicPrepper]

I try!

[@keithp6054]

13:25 Who would win? A CCW boy or gov't employees?

[@FLsheepdog1]

I have large Velcro patches for my plate carrier, one says MEDIC (reflective), and the others say SECURITY. Just something that MAY keep arriving Police from shooting me.

[@litsci4690]

You forgot "PRESS" and "CHAPLAIN."

[@timunderbakke8756]

@@litsci4690PRESS can encourage fire in some areas

[@Enolagay1945]

It just make you easier to see at night and target....maybe you should watch how Antifa uses those badges then get slammed to the ground.

[@handroids1981]

You forgot one that says "Shoot here for free blood samples."

[@whitetailjunkie]

Bible is a must. Relying on our own strength will leave us vulnerable

[@rainypath96]

oooo that's a nice pew pew

[@poespride]

For people that may not know and are employed at a compa y that has an fsa plan, mymedic kits are fsa approved. I bought 1 every year for the last 3 years.

[@MagicPrepper]

Good advice. I believe Refuge Medical also allows HSA funds to be used for their gear.

[@leland4831]

Hey brother, double check that armor shrapnel comment. Ballistic armor stop relatively blunt objects by dissipating the energy. From what I've seen it will not stop sharp objects like a broadhead or even a knife under the right amount of force.

[@MagicPrepper]

My understanding is that it was made to help someone in a vehicle that gets blasted survive the resulting debris and shrapnel. Similarly to ballistic helmets. But I could be wrong.

[@graywind4326]

Knives and broad heads are different than shrapnel and spall.

[@leland4831]

Might be. I just know ballistic vs say flack are very different. Comment wasn't meant to give you shit. Not as worried about what you say but just worried that some people take what you say way to literally and I'd hate for a "test stabbing" to go astray in some idiots garage. Keep up the good work man. @@MagicPrepper

[@leland4831]

Agreed. Some people just take these guys too literally. I'd hate for some dummy to shrapnel test this with a knife or a bow and find out the hard way.@@graywind4326

[@keenenhendersonvaldepena815]

Thats why the army has that thin soft pad in the iotv for the shrapnel or spall. Sometimes you can get em at surplus stores near base

[@graywind4326]

Before I wear body armor on any given day I gotta ask myself do I really need to go there. Nobody is getting shot in my county other than domestic violence and maybe 1 gas station clerk every couple years. I have some level 4 ceramics that are expired but were free. Kept cool and dry. I will chance it with those if I ever deem it necessary. As for NOD’s I have not used them but thermal scopes and viewers are amazing. Hard to hide from them.

[@MagicPrepper]

Always good to weigh out likelihood of necessity.

[@timunderbakke8756]

I’ve never worn my armor outside of training but you better believe I’ll chance it if something kicks off. I figure I spent several hundred on insurance towards uncertain events. I agree try to evaluate if you need to go somewhere. Today, my odds of needing anything but the ifak are slim to none. But they aren’t zero. And, the world is rapidly changing in a less stable direction.

[@southplainsprepper1916]

I'm retired and on a budget so no foldable rifle but a 9mm carbine I keep in truck is better than nothing

[@dog-gone-it5944]

Bought 5 kits from bear independent. One in each vehicle and two for my husband and I to carry. We also bought the bucket with a ton of gauze. By the way, bear says everyone is now out of gauze. We bought body armor back and front. I know it won't stop everything, but it will help. I dont carry a rifle everywhere I go, but my 9mm goes with me everywhere. It's my pet. I live in an area where people won't even know about Israel until dec. not a big place or a place that most even knows what's going on. So, living in the country, close to a small town in Florida, that's also a good way to keep from being a target!

[@MagicPrepper]

Location is a great defensive tool. I feel similarly but, I don't let myself be completely comfortable. We are a big oil producing area and that means there are many transplants from all over with different associations. The amount of money to be made also leads to a large criminal element as usual.

[@SkywalkerPMs]

There is plenty of guaze out there.

[@dog-gone-it5944]

@MagicPrepper there's nothing here except small farms and cattle. Then again, cattle could be worth more than oil at some point. I'm not completely comfortable, but I'm not shaking in my boots either. We've got our road pretty covered. 3 farms down there are some crazy looking bikers...nicest folks you'd ever want to meet, but to look at them, you wouldn't want to F- with them!😂

[@dog-gone-it5944]

@SkywalkerPMs wouldn't know, I'm not looking. I've got plenty!

[@acman131]

Refuge medical makes great kits highly recommend

[@turn-n-burn1421]

I'm stopping for a moment while you're repeating about plates. My understanding and the reason I set my carrier up the way I did is that a 3+ plate (steel) is the better option over a 4 ceramic. So since most likely you'd take a round in the front, I put the 3+ in the front for both, mine and my wife's carriers. I put the 4 ceramic in the rears. I haven't yet bought side plates, because measurements seem a bit ambiguous. I'm not sure if mine will hold a 6X8 or exactly what it can hold. Anyway, that's my understanding. My steel, although not the brand itself is AR500, the 4s, I'm not sure. I bought the 4s from LA Police Gear and the fronts from MidwayUSA. Okay, now back to the video.

[@MagicPrepper]

So the III+ steel is better for multiple hits but the ceramic will stop more powerful rounds. I went full ceramic for the weight savings and the avoidance of spall which can be a real issue with steel. But I am glad you have something put together which puts you way above the average.

[@turn-n-burn1421]

@@MagicPrepper We have a lot of stuff including IFAKs, but I still need quite a bit, mostly on our heads. Bump helmets fully kitted and NODs for two people. Also want a LAW tactical folding adapter for a bag gun. And being the typical guy whatever we're talking about, you can't have too many. So while I have 3 fully built (by me, other than a factory built Spikes Pipe Hitters Union in 5.56) ARs, I certainly want more. I don't have a dedicated truck gun. And I'm hesitant to put either of my 300s in my vehicle because while one is a Palmetto State kit, I certainly upgraded a lot of internals in the lower, so it's no longer a budget build. And definitely not the one I'm wanting the folder on. I just don't do budget well. Never have. It goes back to my childhood. Totally off topic, but I used to have Hot Wheels Sizzlers cars and the track. I had one car that crapped out for some reason, but had another car that had a larger battery in it that still ran, so I took that battery and put it in the other car and that thing beat anything I raced at any other kid's house. It was blazin'. I've been like that my entire life. Most anything, I feel like I can improve.

[@ShaneBraaten]

​@@turn-n-burn1421Op-Sec. GoodSir... It may save you both😉

[@Utah_Mike]

“Tuffy” sells a rear under seat storage box for your model of tundra. I have had mine for many years & most never know it’s there. Locks are adequate for me. Easily holds a long gun, with plenty of space to spare.

[@starriderstudios]

This is nuts. I have soft body armor, AR, Fpc, etc ifak from bear lots of Costco kits, dry food, water, , been through all the training several times. Holy & $#&. What has this world turned into. Are we nuts?

[@jimmydigriz362]

this might be a hairbrained idea, but what about having a couple civilian legal flashbangs like TAGinn, as well as smoke grenades in your kit? my reasoning comes from having seen how a group of hajis rolled a small base of IDF: having reasonable numbers, violence of action and element of surprise on their side, made them unfortunately very effective. if I had to face something even remotely as bad, alone or with a small group of friends, I would try to disrupt their momentum and try to break contact, instead of taking the fight where they have the advantage. having a few flashbangs might slow them enough and buy you precious seconds to move, communicate and shoot; having smokes may help in further slowing them and helping mask your retreat.

[@MagicPrepper]

I don't think it's hairbrained at all. Sounds like you have thought it through pretty well.

[@handroids1981]

Sounds pretty reasonable to me. I have zero idea of legalities. If both are illegal - what about home made COLORED smoke grenades? Surely if someone thought they were legal and only used to get emergency responders to the area - it would be a slap on wrist punishment?

[@Net_Observer]

5.7x28.

[@MagicPrepper]

I'm not worth the cost of that round haha

[@Net_Observer]

@@MagicPrepper 🤣🤣🤣

[@jayteefishing1543]

Here’s some advice. Keep air pods in your kit. Or cheap versions. Doesn’t have to be name brand. If it’s to the point that you need carrier and rifle, put those ear buds in connected to your phone and get on the phone with 911. You can be hands free and go ahead and do what you need to do while on the phone with dispatch. Not only is it an audio recording of what you’re doing but you can let them know who you are and a description of yourself and what you’re wearing and what kind of weapon you have. Let them know what entrance you took or where you’re located. Obviously let them know what’s going on. This way you have a better chance of not being shot and killed by arriving law enforcement. Dispatch will relay all this to responding officers. Stay on the phone the whole time. Giving updates and stuff. Then follow exact directions of law enforcement once they arrive. Even if they tell you to drop the gun and get on your face. Once the scene is secure you’ll probably be released.

[@mma709]

I have 3 plus it will stop everything up to 30-06. Plus I wear bullet safe level 3A under my shirts.

[@donnaduhamel6004]

Love Refuge..I am in Canada.....😮❤

[@ryimscaith1593]

Great video, but I will put out that all that gear is useless unless you know how to use it and use it well. Even a plate carrier needs skill, for example. Most wear it too low, covering their abdomen when they need to be covering their collar bones. Not to mention making sure your kit is set for rucking. Even in short engagements, this is extremely important. The first and primary piece of gear is knowledge. Learn your gear. if you don't have the skill for the gear you have, it's only weight. IFAK is a perfect example. Even basic First Aid takes training. I'm EMT-P qualified, so can do more than most. My wife is an ER trauma surgeon, so her kit is a -bit- more extensive than mine. However, I was EOD in the military, so my defensive offense is much higher than hers in a SHTF scenario. Which brings up the other point. IFAKs are all well and good, but if you're solo and need to use a tourniquet, you're screwed. 15 minutes and you have limb death. Then necrosis begins to set in, bringing all the issues with it. With multiple people, this changes, but building your kit for what skills you have, and in coordination with those that will be with you is paramount. Plan, equip, train, re-plan, re-equip, retrain, never stop.

[@IndependentNewsMedia]

If you are 6' or over the F5 Switchblade fits, 5'9" H31 Bandit fits better around the shoulders and back for carrying weight at a distance of 6 miles.

[@brettspencer892]

I would turn that SOB kit upside-down to deploy it more easily. To pull that out left handed would be very tough in a stressful/dynamic situation.

[@jnazars]

So Aero Precision is now considered basic throwaway milspec. This is the number one problem with the AR community. It's not a real rifle unless it's a $10,000 rifle. The way things are going even the authentic military FN M16s are considered junk.

[@NyctophileXIII]

Only one officer in Fargo died, while two others were hospitalized, I believe one was in critical condition for a few hours.

[@MagicPrepper]

That is correct. I wasn't 100% on the status of the two critically injured officers. Thanks for the clarification!

[@chato12377]

Armor exits the chat.

[@sanmon1135]

I want to see you run a 100 yards with that Kit. I'll make it 10 yards

[@hjgraybill]

I'll go 5

[@timlamay4281]

You will work up to it. Eat right and train hard. Do it and never quit.

[@sanmon1135]

I am a realist and I use and have the equipment MP preaches. The Level IIIa is very practical in the configurations demonstrated. In addition in defending knife attacks. All the armor one carries and train with can be defeated with well placed pelvis shoots. The most important training is to stay out of situations that you need level 4 as a civilian. @@timlamay4281

[@Utah_Mike]

I reduced my kit’s weight by dropping 60 lbs from my mid section in the past year. It is doable.

[@MagicPrepper]

No problem at all. To be fair, I run 5 miles straight every other day so cardio and me are friends.

[@georgiasteinberg399]

UPDATE. It sounded like a bomber going over Tulsa. OK.

[@VideosOffRoad]

Hey MP. Maybe consider checking out Safelife Defense's FRAS - flexible rifle body armor. It's concealable soft body armor rated to stop a 5.56 green tip and a 7.62 x 39. It may be a bit thicker than the Premier stuff, but it looks like an excellent choice. I just ordered mine a few days ago. 🙂

[@joew1123]

Safelife is definitely not flexible or soft armor rated for rifle rounds. It requires their steel plate to be rifle rated.

[@dababycar2899]

@@joew1123their fras armor is flexible and rifle rated

[@litsci4690]

Bullets won't conveniently hit your armor, and you'll likely be dead before you can even apply a tourniquet. Don't fall for placebo effect.

[@timlamay4281]

Most militaries trian to shoot center mass.

[@timunderbakke8756]

20 years of GWOT data says you’re wrong. The TQ alone has saved a ton of soldier’s lives.

[@natebise6424]

@@timunderbakke8756 to be fair, military training prepares those to handle situations by staying calm. As well as operations with teams and support. Along with varying short to long range contact. My knees are so gone I will not wear a plate carrier-if i am im not running. Most people acting as lone wolfs will not benefit. But just in case it is good to have

[@monokheros5373]

your IFAK is for YOU their IFAK is for THEM .... if you use your IFAK on them cuz they dont have one ... now you dont have one either $1000 of training is better then $5000 of gear

[@MagicPrepper]

All true but I won't hesitate to use my medical supplies on someone who is unprepared if they need it. The training is definitely true. There is a baseline of course as you can't commit to certain levels of training without the required gear of course.

[@Jhenry55677]

Nice gear. Looks like you have never used it at all

[@oaksparoakspar3144]

I've not met many people who have used their armor. Plenty that have worn it, but very few who used it. Much the same for the first aid. Mine doesn't look that sharp and new, because they are old, but my bedroom plate carrier is covered in dust for the same reason my fire extinguisher is - good luck in life so far. MP does a lot more range time than most people do, and using your weaponry is the only part that is a perishable skill that requires regular gear use.

[@joemama69448]

KZbinrs are mostly playing a game of make believe.

[@MagicPrepper]

Oh crap I forgot to make it look battleworn before I hit record!

[@Jhenry55677]

@@MagicPrepper when shtf it will have blood and guts on it I am sure of that.

[@theprepperrevelator]

@Magic Prepper, I think you failed to mention the most important reason not to leave any type of gun in a vehicle. You failed to mention arming a criminal that may then use your gun to murder a police officer or some innocent person that they wouldn’t have been able to do had you not armed them! Don’t be that guy and arm criminals! Rick

[@Armadilla_1]

Ifak = North American Rescue... check it out

[@HatsuneM1ku01]

For ifak im going to go with NAR with a cat tourniquet and combat gauze or something equivalent and not some cheap Amazon 💩. Preferably the TORK kit as everything else requires a medical license to use such as the decomp needle

[@MagicPrepper]

Avoiding that cheap Amazon stuff is really important regarding medical gear specifically.

[@johnnolan3853]

Well i could easily find your sun glasses in any weather or in any sunlight. I would not want that target on me. Thanks.

[@MagicPrepper]

Luckily, I can take them off ;)

[@pyeitme508]

Cool 😎

[@ThickCutOhio]

New York banned Soft armor. So a hard plate is still legal ( please correct me if I’m wrong)

[@jhutch1470]

I believe that they "fixed" that after they got made fun of.

[@ThickCutOhio]

@@jhutch1470 I’m not sure, that’s why I am totally open to some one correcting me. I live in Ohio we’re we don’t have to worry about that. I’m going to fabricate a Kevlar undershirt as a supplement to my plate carrier.

[@jhutch1470]

@@ThickCutOhio Armor is legal in Ohio.

[@ThickCutOhio]

@@jhutch1470 yes, that why I mentioned we don’t have to worry about any of that.

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

I got a ballistics jacket its level 3 and rated for chainsaw protection. I wear it out hunting, at the range, on the motorcycle, cutting wood, and to the grocery store. I get a lot of use out of it. And more likely to have it with than a plate carrier.

[@MrGreblin]

everything on the table is illegal in new york except for the backpack minus the armor, I know I live here unfortunately.

[@MagicPrepper]

Even the first aid kit?

[@MrGreblin]

i could have the first aid kit, all the good stuff is a no go, the Glock 19 i have, and I to have a permit and it's registered to the state @@MagicPrepper

[@ohlawd6198]

I used my ifak 2 days ago. I burned my hand at work. And had all I needed to fix it in 10 mins or less

[@MagicPrepper]

I bet that felt good to be able to just make it happen on the fly. A great reminder as to why we carry this stuff around.

[@pyeitme508]

What ya thoughts of Toyota technicals?

[@timlamay4281]

They are cool, but don't get caught up with brands. Look for trucks that can be fixed where they die and inexpensive parts that are readily available. Stock up on parts and tools. Cheap truck and lots of tires on rims in case they get hit. Mud tires with good sidewalls will hold air for a little while longer if hit with projectile. Been there.

[@MagicPrepper]

@@timlamay4281 This is answer is 🤌

[@pyeitme508]

@@timlamay4281 Oh ok, cause u know how 'legendary' the Toyota pickup trucks are as well as aftermarket parts to modify them with armor plus weapons. Overall ya right don't catch up with brands...

[@pyeitme508]

@@MagicPrepper Yeah true

[@timlamay4281]

Expect it to get blown up. Focus on lining bed, engine bay and doors with 1/2 steel and sandbags. Try not to expose the radiator to threat. My 87 xj has outlasted every yoda my boys have had. Toyota gave deals under a "Technical" UN grant. @@pyeitme508

[@user-lk9jr1ki9c]

Gloves, if u don’t get an American iFAK or a Chinese ifak. Have gloves….in all car accidents where the driver can’t exit there is blood and pointy bits.

[@MagicPrepper]

I believe it was said that "if it's wet and not yours don't touch it"

[@garrisonsan]

​@@MagicPrepperexactly. Call me cynical but I don't stop for accidents anymore unless the road is physically blocked or closed by LE. Not in my circle, not my concern.

[@septor-og6hi]

You could also go with a safe life defense F.R.A.S. vest which is rifle rated up to a 30.06 and run a plate carrier over top ( just for the real estate) and it's better protection. If you have the coin!

[@traillesstravelled7901]

Just don't understand these "preppers" with endless funds.

[@mrjon75]

That 1st aid kit is on my list.

[@mrjon75]

Well I'll take a closer look at it later 😂. Shalom!

[@MagicPrepper]

A great thing to have on the list!

[@r.nugent6852]

Unfortunately, I shouldn't keep a rifle (AR-15) in my vehicle in my area for risk of theft. But, I do keep an AR-7 in an area of my vehicle where it is not so obvious. And it's broke down into a sinch-sack. It's at least better than a sharp stick. Coupling that with the pistol I carry, I have at least upped my odds. I also carry an IFAK and body armor. Extra ammo is also a good idea.

[@MagicPrepper]

Glad you found a solution!

[@humansustainability]

I don't agree with your politics but we are aligned on armor and first-aid when determining what to carry when expecting trouble. Covert and Overt. Not a fan of the 300 BO. It does well with suppression situations but I need more than 1 situation out of a piece of gear. My 'truck gun' is a REPR MKII cambered in 7.62. Pretty good at suppression, just saying. My approach for projectile gear: 2 handguns, one CC and one FS. Covert/Overt 1 low powered rifle. I'm a fan of the 10/22 takedown. more covert than overt 1 high powered rifle. As mentioned, REPR MKII cambered in 7.62. I bust this out there is little doubt how bad the situation has become. 1 shotgun. Close combat and there is a shock and awe component, TS12 with 2 3/4" provides 15+1. If you've got shell carriers this can be an amazing tool. 1+ archery solutions - these are not going to be used while walking around, they're sneak killers. Useful but situational and covert hunting equipment. Stay safe from MN.

[@forgottentechnology]

Something no one mentions empty sand bag! They can be filled quickly and make a good bullet proof position in a prolonged fight, or ambush position and light to carry. The cost is almost nothing!

[@brandtwebber5761]

Schrapnel or whatever moves faster than a bullet, I think, so I doubt 3a is gonna help you. Just my thoughts...

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

Make sure your first aid kit has burn gel in it. The older kits didn't have burn gel. Guess who burned themselves at camp. I like ballistics jackets for edc but it needs to be able to stop chainsaw. Eventually I will need to cut wood for heat.

[@albowrx]

You've got this making a video while trying to make it not look like an infomercial down...

[@gnarly3000]

I still want a lightsaber and laser gun. 😅

[@user-nh9bg8yd4y]

You'll put your eye out kid!

[@alberth7535]

Better to have it than not need it. Doesnt matter how much ammo you have if your bleeding uncontrollably.

[@elicline2011]

How do you like the rebranded BCA upper? Everyone talks trash on bear creek, but I'm not seeing anything bad about the ar stoner. Even though its build by bear creek

[@MagicPrepper]

It shoots. It's cheap. And you can tell it's cheap. But it does shoot.

[@elicline2011]

@@MagicPrepper I don't have anything against them, I'm a BCA fan myself. They shoot, and they're cheap

[@natebise6424]

I used to buy a lot from them, very hit and miss. Haven't bought from them in years so maybe something changed

[@timurm2197]

Упала бронь Мэджик на землю а так красиво за вашей спиной, красного цвета в дали видно здание поле и это всё ферма ваше. Брони жилет с 3 магазинами и нож в ножнах и рация сбоку. Мэджик классная идея на фоне природе ввести свой репортаж.😮😊.

[@SpartanONegative]

Mailstrom a whirlpool of debris chaos and destruction also can describe a legendary tornado 🌪️🌀 right Pure Destruction. Swordfish Law ,I guess🏴‍☠️ I train in the worst scenarios I can doing hazmat. Iv done it all except in a combat zone, or aftermath of a volcano/ earthquake. That vinyl chloride hazmat spill in Ohio, I did one last Aug in min at a chemical transfer train facility. I did my job so you didn't hear anything about it. God Bless Magic. 17 mags for your AR10 is a good start for your deployment rig.

[@BeeHiverson]

don't get shwacked boys!

[@MagicPrepper]

Big time!

[@jimboalogo]

Good info but it begs the devil's advocate point for some of that stuff that if you need it, the world's not going to be worth living in anyway. I get it though, you might as well be overprepared if you can afford it. It's a hard sell for me to spend thousands on something I'll likely never use. It's why I haven't bought NODs, I could buy 10k NODs. I could. But why? There are better things to spend 10K on.

[@MagicPrepper]

All about what your priorities are but I get it. At the very least, NODs are just very cool and very fun.

[@turn-n-burn1421]

Technically, we have the money for good NODs, but my wife won't okay it. I bet she'd be glad to pick a pair off a dead combatant though, so she could see. But as I understand it, they take a lot of getting used to. Distance isn't the same, and that includes close up items like your own gear. I'd love even a good white phosphorous monocular. Neither of us have bump helmets yet. So either side armor or bump helmets are next.

[@joew1123]

@@turn-n-burn1421 stop being a beta male that lets their wife make important decisions.

[@thickseed]

​@@turn-n-burn1421Take your balls out of your wife's purse. Geez.

[@garrisonsan]

​@@MagicPrepperand great fun to practice blacked out driving with. On a private road, of course

[@BiggestWeedTTV]

In what situation would you be wearing that big ass camouflage tactical backpack without having your rifle at the ready? The folder seems like a waste of money and weight especially after watching you struggle for a full 10 seconds just to get it out of the bag. Also the notion of losing to a rifle with a pistol is only relevant if the your opponent knows you're there and a threat. If you can get within reasonable firing distance undetected because you've been conceal carrying I'd take my odds with a surprise pistol attack over a 1v1 with a rifle. Hell depending on the situation, I'd take being unarmed and undetected over getting in rifle duel. The shirt seems neat.

[@MagicPrepper]

It's just a backpack. Like an EDC bag. Look up Eberlestock Switchblade and you'll see it's not very big. Mine is camo but I live in rural North Dakota so that's a non issue. The struggle was because I didn't fully unzip the bag and was trying to avoid pointing the bore at my face. But I agree it was a struggle haha. I carry a pistol all day everyday and I agree that it could be the difference. But if you knew someone with a rifle was coming to attack you at your home, I am sure you would grab a rifle. So I am just trying to demonstrate that there is a reason for that and by having that capability, it might make the difference.

[@BiggestWeedTTV]

@@MagicPrepper my problem with the backpack gun is when would you use it? Maybe this is just a difference in locale but people don't just wear backpacks around here regardless of size or pattern. Most businesses won't let you bring them indoors, I can't imagine showing up to a friends house wearing one and if you're hiking/camping what kind of scenario are you looking at? Walking through the woods on a nature trail when you come under heavy machine gun fire? You already have a truck gun so I'd assume you have a rifle in your home as well which eliminates two more locations you'd need the backpack gun. If there's a riot or war or something why wouldn't I be walking around with my rifle at the ready? Maybe if I was just walking around downtown or something and only going to and from my house and getting into firefights where I have time to get to cover? Idk man, it just seems like an excuse to buy a folding rifle with no real application. Don't get me wrong, if someone bought me one for Christmas I wouldn't be bitching but dropping $1000 or more on a kitted out AR just to throw it in a bag seems wasteful.

[@lil_Marie_Red]

Hey, are u going to model the patriot shorts outfits for us. I saw the link pop up with the clothing line. lol. Also get a girl to model it with you. Make a joke out of it.