Red Fork Ammo: Officially Done

[@Orthrus]

I'm a very young man. I have struggled with unemployment over the past few years, struggled with life problems, and some major depression. Just recently, I found employment at a shooting range, and everything has been going uphill hard straight from there. I'm working up to becoming an armorer and hoping to work for the range in such a capacity. I've been studying and scheduling for classes and expanding my skillset for it, and work has been fantastic - and only getting better. I found this channel doing that, and as with so many other amazing people, was so god damned fucking grateful and enthusiastic to watch this gentleman's videos. I learned from them. I got better from them. I apply it to my work, and am doing better work because of channels like this. And then I finally clicked on this video, saw the comments, and realized that this man is dead. And watching this now just breaks my fucking heart. There's no words to say about it - I just...I just wanted to make this post because this hurts, and it hurts that a complete stranger who I never met helped me out so much and that I'll never be able to thank them for it, and that they'll never know that that helped someone in a bad place change their whole life around. I'm an atheist. I genuinely don't believe in an afterlife. But Christ, if there's even a minuscule chance that this man could somehow know, I hope he'd know that he helped me, and I'm damned sorry he was pressured into a breaking point. Condolences to his family, and I'll remember him.

[@israelgonzalez7145]

I am so sorry to hear that this was it for him. I just recently came across his channel and had so many questions for him. My heart goes out to all of his friends and family.

[@lmdetect]

There was life after Red Fork. Wish he could have seen that.

[@Saku19]

I do too. I come back to this video every now and then, I wish he was still around.

[@russkiydzhigit]

Breaks my heart to watch this as it's obvious he already made up his mind to depart this world, an honorable man who gave it all and fell short, didnt want to be a burden on society and left us. Be it known what we could spend to save this man from death we spend on foreign criminals that hate us. Fuck

[@agentham]

Almost a year now. Still pretty fucking depressing. Like others have said, I wish he would have made another choice but what's done is done. I still have a red fork ammo sticker I got when I ordered the red fork ez2c targets which I've only used a few of. It'll always remind me that dreams can be exciting, but they can also fail. It will also remind me that ending it all is never the answer, no matter how shitty it gets. I hope the few people that will ever see this video in the future realise that as well, suicide isn't the answer. I miss Rich.

[@5jjt]

This man committed suicide?

[@Ryansrangereport]

@@5jjt Yes

[@GLOCKCOPG23]

Let this unfortunate soul's mistake guide those who may have similar thoughts of suicide. I can only offer these words: "Tomorrow is another day, Today's grief will be only a memory, This too shall pass". May you rest in piece. Godspeed, Brother.

[@stefanmolnapor910]

Yes, and no matter how much it hurts and looks like it will never get better, Time heals all, everything ALWAYS gets better, if you want it too. Life is hard, but thoes hard times make the great times all the more better.

[@pc5440]

I just found this video after watching a few of his videos. I'm very sorry for the people's lives who were negatively affected by this... but a lot of us were affected positively by his videos. he lives on with all of us.

[@isaacarnold4635]

"It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed." -Theodore Roosevelt.

[@michaelroberts4666]

I just found his page, sorry to hear this

[@rkba4923]

Too bad Rich didn't understand that failure is just one step in the process to success.

[@hawaiisidecar]

Breaks my heart watching this.

[@ronharper469]

Mine too. :(

[@samhunt9308]

Nothing like finding a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

[@jasonjanoyblahaloverboy3005]

John Walker Very true

[@Pro2AGuy]

That might be an option but it's certainly no solution...

[@duMaurier15]

@@Pro2AGuyDepends on what type of person he is.. There's a lot of douche-bags, uncooperative assholes that abuse the system and threatens suicide so that they can live and be taken care of by the tax-payers. But there are a few that are very nice, respectful and pleasant to care for. They come in when they feel depressed, suicidal, get healthy and go back to contributing to society. I feel pity for whenever one commits suicide but if you feel that you cant be helped or don't want to be helped and don't want to be a bother to society.. then do what you got to do and do it peacefully. RIP Rich-IronChin.

[@ianhall4434]

I miss that guy, he was one of my favorite dudes on KZbin.

[@superfamilyallosauridae6505]

You helped a lot of people, man. Rest in Peace

[@TiberiousGib]

Stay strong brother! I have been in a similar situation and time tends to heal old wounds. You have plenty of skills to keep you going.

[@tartop777]

Thank you for the info on my AR-15 I just watched the video before I saw this 😔 R.I.P. brother 🙏

[@maddhatter1206]

I don't want my preorder money back either, I'll be pissed if its refunded so please keep it.

[@steveUSMCpageNOTOLERANCE]

I KNEW IT WAS A GAMBLE FROM THE GET GO. SO i WANT YOU TO KEEP MY PREORDER MONEY. i THINK THAT IS FAIR. SEMPER FI STEVE

[@westernciviliznation]

I like him.

[@freesmokegrows]

May God have mercy on your soul and open the gates of Heaven for you.

[@maxdrags3115]

Aaron Elizondo Suicide is basically murdering yourself in the bible.

[@kilo393]

Its not like that.If its true that he killed himself then Im afraid he is in hell.Its sounds harsh, but the truth is sometimes hard to hear.

[@tacticalcrusader3709]

@@kilo393 You're not the gate keeper to Heaven so shut the fuck up.

[@kilo393]

Tactical Crusader Don’t know if OP is talking about the same God, but that is what the God of the Bible says.

[@tacticalcrusader3709]

@@kilo393 As far as I know there is no irrefutable evidence that God himself wrote the bible. Everyone claims their God is the right one.

[@semperfi-1918]

OK just found this video and found this channel yesterday I agree suicide is never the answer, however as a veteran of military I also understand what can cause someone to kill themselves. sorry for the loss, it's never easy. for those making bad remarks and stupid stuff you are dumb. to his wife and kid left behind I know it's two years after the fact but his other KZbin videos are still impacting lives. I don't know his personal life and how he treated you guys but we all can learn from both the good and the bad of this man's life. I had one of my mom's 2nd cousins who she was close to that lived with a disease that brought on excruciating pain that no amount of medication would work and lived that way for 20+ years. I say this because that pain is eventually what drove him to suicide. in most cases I know there are signs that hardly anyone picks up on until after the fact. so for those that are judgemental you simply don't know. RIP my friend.

[@mikeluna4637]

semperfi 1918 Yah i know exactly what you mean. I used to think how weak it was to do something like that. Then i retired and became a vet... Suddenly post military depression kicked in hard. It's such an odd thing aint it? All of us go through it. (I'm fine now btw) i think its the stripping of your identity. One moment you're superman. You have a name rank, position, family... purpose. The next minute, you're back to average joe lol. It definitely scared me though, when i started to understand why a vet does it. All of a sudden it made sense.

[@mr.t9396]

Been a few years now and I still watch your videos. R.I.P brother

[@specops56]

Anger is natural. Just don't let it change you brother!

[@gunengineering1338]

I know where he's coming from. Tried the gun business long ago. Got screwed in all directions and the stress caused a sevear case of jaundice and i ended up being sick for the greater part of a year and nearly died from it. I still do a few things in the gun industry but only on a very small individual scale and am happy to stay small scale. It's an extremely cut throat industry. You can not appreciate how cut throat it is until you experience it for yourself. Guys like him get caught in the middle and end up taking the bulk of punishment. I can almost guarantee you that it wasn't failure but the stress that pushed him over the edge. The saddest part to me is that he was basically tortured to death and only saw missery and suffering for the last part of his life. Poor fellow.

[@gylong08]

I hope you've learned from this, so you will succeed in your next venture. It took a lot of guts to do what you did. I'm sorry I won't be getting some of your ammo. You are a good person who doesn't have to put out the info you do. Just so you know, I appreciate your videos. I'm glad that you will still be doing the live chats. Stay strong, Gunny Long.

[@jaredschwarz7879]

breaks my heart he was pushed to the edge and felt that was his only way out :(

[@bigsimms75]

Been a long time and still rewatching your videos. We all still miss you big man. Hope to see you again one day.

[@chainbenwa2713]

I just found his page as will many people who want to learn about 1911’s thinking this is cool I like this dudes videos.. well shit what a bummer. One thing my dad told me that I will never forget is “ It’s only money..”

[@ShahabSheikhzadeh]

Is there an article we can read more on his passing? I know another KZbin individual put out a video talking about him a little bit but didn't provide context. I thought he was married. :(

[@Beretta197]

Such talent Rich had, miss him dearly

[@antoniodelrio1292]

This is only the second video I've watched of his and see he having to deal with his business not making it then see in the comments he has passed away. That's pretty sad. He had the guts, that some of us lack, to take a chance to give it a go. Hat's off to you Mr. for that. To the friend "Duck", your comment below was one of the most profound I've ever read, about any thing. I hope you're doing well. Sorry to all his friends and family.

[@Boredout454]

This is the US man, no one cares if you fail they care that you dont give up and keep try again, maybe not this but something else. Hang in there.

[@kcraa]

There was 1 good thing that came from your departure. Our son now has a pair of loving grandparents and a fabulous Uncle. I'm still angry you did this, your son still doesn't understand. Suicide is NOT an answer, it's a heavy burden on those left behind.

[@spacepope87]

Never is the answer.

[@kcraa]

+George Cadenas I completely agree

[@hughmungus6911]

+kcraa Are you legitimately trying to shame somebody who's been dead for a year for committing suicide..? I think life is precious, too but that's pretty fuckin' cold, like damn.

[@kcraa]

+Ferris Kerr how on earth does that come out as trying to shame him? 12 years ago we had a child. I'm angry he didn't reach out before Taking his life, so I'm selfish at best for thinking I could have helped and his son has been hurting over this. I am grateful that his parents and brother now know my son. Pretty sure nothing I've said makes me a cunt as someone else stated or like I'm shaming him. But this can be used to show how suicide creates a ripple effect of pain and hurt for those who knew the person who took their life.

[@hughmungus6911]

kcraa Basically every point you're trying to make goes without saying for 90% of human beings in the world. You're just cold af.

[@waltersobchak7275]

Dam big man i can tell you was really down. Just found this channel tonight. As usual im a little late. You seemed like good people, damn ......Rest in peace brother, rest in peace.

[@T.A.B.Videos]

Keep your head up, things happen for a reason. At least you gave it your best man. A lot of competition in the ammo market and a lot of reloaders like myself.

[@misfitmike4685]

damn it! I just subbed! heart goes out too you.

[@sovcast8760]

Here's what I believe. The victors right the history books and every "Self Made Man" had some help along the way. Sorry you didn't get enough help. It's hard trying to do something out of the ordinary but don't be afraid to try again. "Mind what you have learned, save you it can."

[@sickboy703]

It's 2022 and your still having an impact at least on me.

[@RAZOR60473]

I miss him, he was and still is one of my favorite KZbinrs

[@ianthewright]

Takes balls to go big. You went big. I've been there, I've started businesses that have died hard. I've started businesses that have died slow and soft. I've been poor, I've had money. I am starting another business the slow way at the moment, so I am poor again. Each disaster is a lesson. There is no such thing as an overnight success. If you go look at the most successful businessmen and women, you will find some harsh lessons behind them in the form of failures. In fact, there is no success without failure first. It takes years and years of work to have an overnight success. America is the place to fail until you get it right, it's one of the greatest thing about this country. As a test of spirit, it's a big one. I'm sure you have the character.

[@gryphonz3]

Thank You,Rich for what you attempted and what you do for "The Community". It took big balls to attempt that and unfortunately it did not work out. Hope to see you again in the future after you sort some things out. Take Care,Brother.

[@edge4006]

R.I.P. Rich,you will be missed Brother!!

[@valno600]

He died?

[@edge4006]

Yes Sir.

[@valno600]

edge4006 It sucks that he killed himself. www.tulsaworld.com/obituaries/deathnotices/death-notices-for-october/article_a0caa208-a077-5fd8-9da3-7557d93f8d6c.html Leible, Richard Jr., 42, gun shop owner, died Thursday. Services pending. Moore’s Memory.

[@upnorthvlogs]

@@valno600 I hope he didn’t do it over this

[@tizwicky]

Sorry it didn't work out, good luck in all your future ventures!

[@5shotsr611]

God will shine down brother, jst have faith. When one door shuts 3 more doors will open. Keep on keeping on .

[@patmaquratch8105]

He killed himself after the video, no more doors opened.

[@5shotsr611]

+Pat Maquratch Seriously? , sorry to hear that 😔. Prayers to him & his family.

[@clawhammer704]

I think a big part of his decision was that he felt that he let people down that invested in him and when the vision / his dream didn't come though it just killed him inside. So sad.....

[@MrBgyfz450]

I enjoy all your videos! Keep ur head up and everything will work out. Sorry that red fork didn't work out for u. U will be in my prayers that everything will work our for u. Take care

[@j.greggcampbell6959]

Rich you put your heart and soul into this business...the world gave you an ass kicking. That's life. Never let it get you down....roll with the punches and come back swinging! Never give up on your dreams, keep doing the videos and never give up! Red Fork may be done, but do not let that make you give up. Regroup, find a better business plan, and come back stronger brother.

[@upnorthvlogs]

How’s it going guy hopefully all is well

[@joetacoma6829]

Good luck to you buddy. Your shirts, stickers,and bracelets are great. Hang in there with mail order accessories, my family wants more! God bless!

[@stevemeador3382]

I dont know you. But I lost my son and a good friend to suicide. I have had a both anger and pain for his loss. I am angy he didnt talk to me before he took his precious life. I truly loved him and never will understand his decision. It was a bad decision the had a eternal consequence. I am hurt he didn't give me the chance to tell him how precious his life was to me and how he made my life better. I feel that I am a failure as a father. I truly loved him and miss him every day. I hope he found peace that I couldnt give him.

[@bcpowrhse]

Im so very sorry for your loss..........I hope you have peace again some day......God bless

[@1mataleo1]

@steve meador If someone’s life if filled with so much suffering that suicide is the only option they feel is left to them, then telling them how precious they are or how much they mean to you will not help them in the least. Unless you are willing to literally put them first and do everything within your power to change their life and/or circumstances to the point that they feel their life is bearable, then you won’t be of any help to them. The reason people who commit suicide don’t tell someone else is because they know that that person will try to talk them out of it, yet won’t give them a solution for their problem. People who kill themselves can’t find a solution, otherwise they wouldn’t be suicidal in the first place. They need actions, not words.

[@grimes558]

@@esperanzalara7077 You're an asshole dude

[@PrintWizard89]

Hey Rich, I really would like you to not refund me. Please hang on to it and just pay it forward. My order isnt very much. Just a box of 9mm. My name is Lorin Michki and I don't know offhand what my order number is. But seriously man, please just hang on to it. You'll bounce back.

[@gunsarmory]

I'm sorry things didn't work out man keep your chin up... I'm an FFL dealer and things are hard for everyone i have seen my business drop by more than 50 percent... I don't know a single person what is doing better this year than last.... it's just the economy man.. I wish you the best best...

[@robertbooth7832]

Just found this channel a few hours ago and now i find this...it's awful hearing about what this guy did.

[@bitterdeputy900]

RIP brother gonna miss your videos

[@hessex1899]

IronChin: I miss you and I am sorry that it shook out this way. -HCE

[@chasenun5939]

Keep your head up! Most people don't and never will have the balls to do what you did. Stay hungry

[@rls303]

I'm sorry this didn't workout, i'm a firm believer good things happen to good people, your time will come

[@ihatebottomtierfrats]

thats sad man i was rooting for ya, hopefully youll catch a break after this one

[@jomason551]

hey brother. i wish you luck with all of this. my dad lost his job back in 08. dont give up, gods with you

[@stevemeador3382]

I wish i could have found this sooner to help and prevent this tragedy.

[@j.greggcampbell6959]

So sorry to hear the news...R.I.P. Rich...you will be greatly missed! All of my family's thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends! Give em hell on the other side brother!

[@alphaclp440]

No failure in trying. You did what most people wont do, no shame in that.

[@JoeRogue93]

I also don't want my money back. Investment is a gamble, keep it.

[@duMaurier15]

Care to share what you mean by this? What did you pre-order?

[@netflooder263]

@@duMaurier15 ammo

[@search4truth616]

Sorry to hear about your misfortune. It's getting to a place where a honest man can't make an honest living doing what he knows best. The corporatocracies have monopolies on everything.

[@othaismccarthy2890]

I know you had a lot of work in on this. I'm sorry and I expect given some time you'll have another good idea and the drive to try again.

[@michaelmiller7909]

The man admitted he was weak and hopeless... Did no one reach out? Suicide is cowardly, but someone could've been encouraging and supportive so he might have found some will to live. Now I read he left a son behind, how selfish can you get. I've struggled since the day of my discharge and have had to live like a parasite off the people that care (very few). However, suicide had never crossed my mind. You keep going, working, striving to be what you want. 10 years of suffering and I won't give up, partly because there are people that would be effected by my passing and that doesn't sit well with my soul. To leave others in perpetual misery because you have a temporary problem. What a shame.

[@HazBoss]

unlucky bro, sometimes things dont work out, keep looking up!

[@teddytwoguns2846]

this just like when dan from Roseanne lost his bike shop

[@kcraa]

You coward! Did you even think about your son before you pulled the trigger? I'm so angry you chose not to be in his life and left me to pick up the pieces. You didn't even mention him in your suicide note. I'm mad, angry, sad, and I hate you for not picking up the phone. You had more to live for then some stupid shop or ammo. You have/had a child. I had to learn about this from a phone call 2 weeks after the fact?

[@MrBgyfz450]

I don't think that he killed his self. Herd it was heart issue.

[@NewsAim]

MrBgyfz450 It was a suicide. i.imgur.com/CS3WYLb.jpg

[@MrBgyfz450]

Thanks for sharing

[@jayjay8330ify]

NewsAim the link don't work

[@MrBgyfz450]

I just clicked on it and it worked for me.

[@MrPlaidFace]

Im reading so much support for him and its so hard to read because he still killed himself. He left more damage than he created. Its such a selfish thing and my heart goes out to his little child and his family. This was a total waste of perfectly good life.

[@spacepope87]

Suicide is never the right thing and ir hurts people. His family, friends and to an extent fans. But it is a hard thing to do. It is not cowardly. If it were easy, it would be a trigger away for most.

[@MrPlaidFace]

+George Cadenas Yes it was cowardly.

[@spacepope87]

Guided Hand​: See you there! ;)

[@sojourn1544]

+Guided Hand yes it was very cower

[@sojourn1544]

+sojourn cowerdly

[@tommygun6028]

Money is not everything...........

[@jaimerodriguez7378]

Speak for yourself

[@crockett616]

I find it incredible that people are so heartless and idiotic as to call someone who commited suicide selfish. So someone is so freaking wrecked they are ready to kill themselves because they can't go on and they should have the strength to think about others?? Since you are telling him he should have thought of others, how about you try to put yourselves in his position? And its a nice idea to say suicide isn't the answer but again, its easy for you to say when you aren't in his position and you aren't the ones who feel like you can't take another day. Don't get me wrong, I wish everyone in his position would seek help and I think that help might make them see a way through. It just seems so ignorant when people say these things and blame someone who was distressed and depressed enough to resort to killing himself.

[@theevillekid8118]

crockett616 ive been in his position. I came back though. It's really not the answer.

[@valno600]

Sorry To hear you are done. If it makes you feel better Open Carry Texas seems to have finally helped pass Open Carry of a Pistol in Texas. Sorry Dude. Sad that it did not work out. Carry On!

[@alexedejesus]

Hey brother...your you tube videos are great....gun mods, 1911 mods...

[@savage1r]

Fak. I'm sorry man. Best wishes and hope you can get back on your feet soon. My offer from the last video still stands, I'd rather you kept the money.

[@TheGreatAK6153]

Rich, do KZbin full time bro. I'm serious. There is good money there if you become big. Many people in this same space do that and they are very successful.

[@littleteethkeith]

Damn man. RIP sir.

[@villagecarpenter2266]

Does anybody know if he tried "Kickstart" before trying to go it alone?

[@virgilgreyson1338]

+village carpenter He did not, and he killed himself shortly after this video was made.

[@DHS956]

So sorry to hear this

[@hellawaits666]

R.I.P you will be missed

[@patmaquratch8105]

Does anyone know how he did it? What gun, what caliber?

[@lickthebubble]

+Pat Maquratch after some google research richard Leible jr gunshot with 45 I'm guessing headshot as that's most cases in suicide and he was a fan of the 1911 so..... hope that helps don't know why you would want this info but here ya go

[@texantom49]

It's dog eat dog in business can't be nice bc you get run through I did commission-based sales for 10 years and walked away for a job for a quarter of the pay just bc I couldn't be around the people anymore, plus a beard and motorcycle suit me better than a suit does 😏 hope you are doing well now though.

[@Countrywide_American]

He actually took his own life 8 or so days later Ik this is late but...

[@1digitalwatcher697]

Got over youre head sad , you could maybe just sold and fix guns or worked for another shop hind site is 20/20

[@woodwalker8743]

1digitalwatcher 😕

[@Greendragon420able]

I'm sorry bro. This shit sucks! But unfortunately this day and age does not always beget success to those of honor and virtue. It's weak... I'm in the same boat. Just keep on movin'.

[@johnnysilvercloud4470]

Hold up, this guy is gone?

[@virgilgreyson1338]

+Johnny Silvercloud Yes once his ammo business ended in failure.

[@RAZOR60473]

Unfortunately yes

[@21gunsalute10]

my refund check bounced. sux

[@Saku19]

get the fuck out of hear lol

[@rufusleers]

This guy killed himself?

[@virgilgreyson1338]

+Unrealistic Daydream Yes once his ammo business ended in failure.

[@rufusleers]

Virgil Greyson I hate to hear that. I've watched a lot of his videos, and he's a legit guy. That really sick to hear, and things like this is why I'm a bit misanthropic. People are shitty in general, and only care about themselves.

[@virgilgreyson1338]

Unrealistic Daydream He was survived by his parents, his ex-wife and a son apparently. It is truly unacceptable to leave a child behind in such a manner. Suicide is a very selfish action, and something only the surviving family must live with the consequences of. Hopefully people can see this, and read the comments left by Rich's wife, and see just how much pain it can cause. She is still leaving comments to this day, screaming at a dead man for this terrible decision.

[@Newphonewhosthis13452]

I'll be unsubscribing then.

[@blazinpuffs]

little late for that.

[@jasonjanoyblahaloverboy3005]

Douche