Firearms Facts Episode 23: Gun Safety

[@JordanHighbloom]

I love all of your videos. Im almost 20 and just about most things I learn either from reloading, to firearm reviews, to safety I have learned from you and I appreciate what you do so much. Thank you everyone at moss pawn and gun for taking the time out of your day to do these videos to inform people like me. Keep up the amazing work! Jordan from Philly PA!

[@ArtisanTony]

Great video. I met Barry several times and he is greatly missed.

[@powerthrustusa9596]

Barry still lives on through these videos, and there's no telling how many lives he has saved with a video like this. Potentially, 86,526 for example. Rest in Peace, Barry.

[@RoughNek72]

Still miss you Barry! Learned alot watching these videos!!

[@crimbizzleA]

Thank you for hitting on the issue of becoming complacent. It can't be hit on enough, If you are handling a fire-arm you should be wary. Not fearful, but definitely aware of your surroundings and aware of every action you take. Good vid guys, very very good vid.

[@headanchor]

Glad to hear you guys are committed to safety. Keep up the good work.

[@troy9er]

Great video Barry! I shared this withy grandson. He is a new shooter (15 yrs old ). His Dad currently has him enrolled in some training classes learning to shoot 22s. This is great info to re enforce what he is learning. Thanks again! DJ Project

[@IloveCochereau]

Hi Barry and the all crew. I watch all your vidéos and this one seems very important to me. It's great for all gun fans that you come back to safety, which is so crucial. Greatings from Belgium. Vincent.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

Excellent video, Barry. Safety can't be discussed or practiced enough - I'm happy to hear you speaking about it.

[@iwillhelpyouout69]

I agree. Thank you for putting this online. I hope this educates more people to be safe while shooting.

[@jeffreycardoza6869]

I like the fact that your going over safety rules, cause many people tend to forget the basics.

[@Kruegernator123]

It's nice to see yet another video with Barry at the helm! I do think it is a great idea to invest in a pair of nice shooting gloves that'll protect a person's hands. Eyes and ears are the most important thing to us human beings, but I wouldn't want to make life any more harder by injuring part of a finger or hand either.

[@BrassyTack]

Barry, thanks for your honesty and straight talk.

[@Vydonis]

I've been through safety videos/taught etc. Still took the time to watch this video. Never get annoyed or scoff at returning to the subject of safety.

[@rumbleyd]

Excellent. Had one squib load in my life-- during my concealed carry class right after the segment that covered squib loads. I still have the bullet that was half way down the barrel.

[@bluemanchicago9421]

Barry is a Legend, and will live forever!!!! His great videos saved many lives too....I'm sure.

[@mrrobertbates]

Good info in this video. I remember my first squib load. Actually, a friend of mine was firing my gp100 when it happened. Good thing I was watching/listening carefully and had been forewarned of the dangers of squibs.

[@uuncensored]

Great message. Complacency is the number 1 cause of ALL accidents not just firearm related ones.

[@YouT00ber]

Glad to hear you're gonna increase the focus on safety. While lots of fun, these things aren't toys. It really is the most important aspect of firearms ownership.

[@panzerwagoneer]

Most excellent video Barry, you and Eric really hit home the safety issues related to responsible gun ownership and handling of guns. We all really appreciate how well you touch the subject without it ever becoming something that sounds like its just a disclaimer or something you say because its become a habit to say it. Thank you so for go graciously giving your time to making these videos, please keep up the good work, these gun facts are a pleasure to take in, if for any reason you ever think you need to do something besides working in the gun business become a history professor, it would be a natural fit for you.

[@NuVenum]

Thank you for this video! Complacency is one of our biggest dangers. Keep up the great work.

[@SSNReactorOperator]

I just learned about squib loads a month ago after years of shooting. Who knows what else I don't know. Always learning. Wish these types of important things were disseminated more.

[@jennij9389]

+Pink Sapphire Me too! I, too, just recently learned what a squib load was and actually learned about them right here on KZbin. I heard Barry and Eric talking about them and had no idea what they were talking about, so I looked it up. Being that they are so dangerous, I also wish the info was included in more safety "talks". I have watched plenty of them, and had never heard of them before.

[@aaronbenesh4722]

I love all the information you guys bring to guns and the joy of owning and shooting various guns.

[@Squidforhire2]

I really enjoy the videos with Barry, some people may feel he goes on too much but I like listening to someone with lots of stories to tell lol

[@kaufmatm]

i would like to take a moment to thank all of you guys at Moss Pawn and Gun, for you educational videos that teach people about firearms and how they are great tools for the purpose, for your reviews and sharing your personal experience, and for taking the time to inform others about the gun community and standing by your second amendment rights. God bless.

[@JimmyGunXD556]

Which is why I like a grip safety. A nice back up to a trigger snag.

[@wesleyb82]

Thanks for sharing this good information and sharing all the stories you get in the store. God bless you guys good work

[@GoreTorn16]

Complaisance can kill. Thank you so much Barry for the lesson. Can't wait for the next one!

[@TheRobrowboski]

Barry Eric. Thanks for everything you guys do. These are the best videos ever

[@richardhall6762]

Rules of sanity from a trusted and experienced guy. The Good Lord knows much more of this is needed! I agree, truly outstanding.

[@technobabble_]

Barry, I really like seeing the examples of squibs, hangfires, etc. Think you guys could go through your footage and make an accidents, missfires, etc video? What went wrong, why, and what you guys did right or wrong in the situation that either caused it or helped keep you safe/endangered you. That sort of stuff. Keep up the good work

[@alexoneal1029]

Good tips Barry....words to live by (literally !)...

[@MrRichardbryan]

We just had a slam fire on a Yugoslavian SKS yesterday. Before the slam fire I told the young man to keep that muzzle down range at all times. He brought back the charging handle and let it go to charge the round and bam. Keep up the Safety videos Barry you do a great job as a teacher.

[@arkangel8419]

man I miss Barry. I hope I guys got some old footage of him that we haven't seen so u can put out one more Barry video.

[@ChristianNeff]

As someone that has lived in California for my entire life, I can truly appreciate your shirt Barry. hahahaha I'm gonna have to find me that shirt!

[@matchboxinc]

Excellent topic. I had a bad .223 go off on me, I knew something was different, but thought about continuing. Good for m a range officer happened to be close and knew something was wrong from from the sound. Turned out ok but could have been bad, probably a bad round, the casing was split near the back and the mags bottom blew out(as designed). You always need to be aware.

[@1pieman]

I Get glued to the screen watching Barry nothing like common sense these guys put out some good info

[@MrHondaguy1]

Very Important video. Barry is exactly right about eventually having an incident if you fool around with firearms for any period of time. Safety glasses are a must after I was at the range firing a Turkish Mauser. Had purchased some 8mm Remington Kleanbore ammo that looked to be early 50's vintage it looked in good shape and I felt ok shooting it. On about the 12th shot had one of the rounds burn through the case and blast my face with hot gunpowder. Thankfully I had my safety glasses on.

[@codemannc704]

Great video! I really enjoy watching your work, I especially like the Gun Facts segments. Keep up the good work.

[@Slash396]

I did, and you very clearly said that many others, including you, will never make the mistake that Barry did.

[@RaneMP2016]

Eye Protection saved my left eye! True story! On 1/2/2014, I went to a shooting range that had steel targets with my CZ P-01. An old timer came and set up shop next to me with his 4 1911's and endless reloaded ammo. His first, a Colt Govt. Model, his recoil spring plug broke, and as result his slide was stuck with a live round. So after the range master cleared that issue. He pulls out a Kimber Classic 2. As soon as he hits his first shot, and heard the steel, I felt something hit the bottom half of my goggles. The steel targets were about 10 yards away. Is that too close?

[@dougdobbs]

I've been told to never shoot steel closer than 100 feet. Sounds like good advice to me. Glad you had your glasses on!

[@TMS5100]

i love your videos channel's commitment to firearms safety. so many other channels openly flaunt the safety rules and deride anyone pointing out unsafe practices as "safety sallies".

[@shemp308]

This is a great point. And as old shooter I can say it was always something my mom taught us! And the part about the younger groups see what all the old timers do

[@F4Wildcat]

As a 22 year old shooter with 2 years of experience, safety got drilled into me from day one. Safety is always on when it should, eyes and ear protection always. I check where my cases fly to. I only insert 5 rounds into my magazine. If i am not shooting, i remove the bolt from my rifle. Some of these might sound to much to many, but i like shooting and safe shooting is the only thing that will allow me to keep doing this for as long as possible great video guys!

[@470blp911]

Thank you for the great information, and reminders Barry.

[@BubbaRountreeOutdoors]

As always... great video guys! Fine job Barry! Wade

[@DWWEnganacious]

I really appreciate you guys doing this video.

[@tigerbalmenema]

in the army, they gave us BCG's which were big as hell and were usualy considered to be eye protection. they also gave us the safety glasses insert lenses. you should ask the people you get your glasses from about the safety glasses lenses.

[@gokuvnaruto]

Great video guys. I have a healthy respect for firearms and hope I never lose it.

[@69498dragon]

Great video Barry !! Also was nice talking with you today .

[@DJA7943]

Great video. Maybe do another video explaining more about hang fires and what to do if something goes wrong when shooting. As a relatively new shooter I wanna be as safe as possible.

[@MrBo52]

Thanks for this video and thanks for keeping us up on our toes

[@WeaponRackTV]

You guys need a TV show. Keep it up guys!

[@m0r7u71715]

I appreciate the effort you put into this video. I'm an RSO at a Skeet Range of all things and I've had to discharge people from the premises. Weirdest thing I've ever seen is my friend Sean catching a #8 shot under his eye, and showing that bad things can happen if you don't wear the proper equipment for the sport you choose. Also, HARP on hearing protection, I wore "foamies" most of my early years, tell them to get their children small size triple flange plugs, they are much easier to use.

[@cowboyhippie]

This is the best video y'all have ever made. I have been bit by a semiautomatic slide. I also discharged a hunting rifle that I was sure was unloaded. Thank god I pointed it to the ground.My nephew who has been in the army for 6 years got a scope brow from a 30-06. I think you need to make more of these safety videos. Maybe break down each type of gun safety. BTW the last 3 firearms, I have bought was from Moss. Barry sold me 2 of them. I will continue dealing with Moss and Barry!

[@FickleCA]

Great video, always good to be reminded of proper safety practices!

[@fire1777]

All good reminders. Thanks Barry

[@DudeNumberOnePlus]

Hi Barry. At 5:10 you mentioned weapons are mostly drop-safe, but what you probably wanted to say is do not try to catch the guns if they fall out of your hand - maybe reason No.1. of accidental discharges.

[@MarvinCZ]

Yes, there are good options available. Get them if you shoot - regular glasses won't do anything for eye protection, just add glass shards to the damage.

[@DreamPen]

THANK YOU FOR THIS. About getting complacent: Terry Kath, former guitarist of the band Chicago. In a party on Jan. 23, '78, he started joking about Russian roulette. He put his empty revolver to his head and started pulling the trigger. He then took out his 9mm and told the host of the party, "Don't worry, it's not loaded," showing him an empty magazine. He put the magazine back, put the gun to his head and pulled the trigger. He'd forgotten there was a round in the chamber. He died instantly.

[@JDKnifeworksjoedishaw]

thanks Barry...so glad you did not get a serious injury !! stay safe !! ...joe in nyssr

[@icewindzg]

Safety is paramount. First thing I was taught as a kid was "THE GUN IS ALWAYS LOADED." It was only recently in an NRA Gun Safety Training class that I finally observed the protocol for when it is confirmed empty, and that once it is set down, that "Empty" status is wiped. Twenty years of "ALWAYS LOADED" I may have been incorrect a lot, but at least my being incorrect was safe.

[@drew55974]

Good call on this subject,This is video was a must for all.

[@123masterbait]

These guys are always awesome

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Like you said Barry most guns nowadays are drop safe. In addition to that I would add that if someone for whatever reason drops their gun, they should fight the urge to catch it. You are likely to fumble it around and discharge it.

[@FireNano1]

You guys should do a FAQ on steel targets.

[@thudable]

Right on Barry!! Keep up the great work!!

[@freedomisntfreeffs]

I've seen people working at mills and lathes have some sort of glasses that works both as normal ones and safety glasses. I don't know about the glass itself but they did also have a small shielding on both sides so nothing would jump in sideways.

[@Alexn1067]

treating every gun as if it were loaded saved me from having a negligent discharge on at least 2 occasions where I "thought" the gun was unloaded, but out of habit checked the chamber and low and behold...it was loaded...once it was my own gun that I inconsistently had it loaded and/or unloaded. another was someone else's gun that they just passed to me to look at

[@thetobaccoguy1751]

I'm glad I wear prescription glasses. They are not rated for stopping high velocity projectiles, but 90% of gun/eye accidents are caused by low velocity fragments and slivers.

[@The_Austin_Doell]

My father has a set of safety glasses with two lenses, his prescription is floated behind the plastic safety glasses, they are easy to make which is a bonus.

[@ae86baka]

Barry is getting pretty good at his solo work

[@Artificial-Insanity]

Fair point, it does come down to what you train for. Bear in mind that I live in Europe and my range has very strict safety regulations. Combat training is out of the question unless I rent the gunshop's range for just myself, then I can do whatever I want, provided I don't destroy their equipment. God forbid I ever get in a firefight, I will lose fractions of a second or more from lack of training, but thems the breaks.

[@peoplephobic]

In the classes I took we didn't really drill it. Actually, one older lady in my basic pistol class even commented that the class felt rushed and she wished it was longer. There is a lot to know. Again, I did like the video because I chose to take the experiences he shared as a reminder not to become complacent. This video only contains a small fraction of the basics. This would be more of a follow up to drive home the importance of safety than a video to learn it from.

[@Perforator2000]

Very good tips. Shared to Facebook. I have a feeling this video will prevent a few accidents.

[@zagan1]

you also need to make sure the class of safety glasses is the correct class, as a class 1 won't stop impacts where as a class 2 and 3 will. class2 is mainly for indoors like factories etc class 3 is generally for outdoors so they will have the 100% UV cut as well as the impact protection.

[@jamesamescua8647]

My Ruger American rifle in .308 had a 5 second delay.

[@mrbill2600]

Outstanding... Bring it on Barry! Just the sort of attitude, instruction and example we all need. One of the things that I like about Hickok45 is that he preaches gun safety not so much with talk but always by example.

[@JaronPope]

Excellent excellent video Barry, thank you!

[@12joshh]

Love this video its very useful thanks guys. R.I.P Berry

[@1digitalwatcher]

One of your very best video's Barry.

[@eariamjh71]

Thanks for putting this out there.

[@DEPORTMAN]

Good points about safety, Barry. People need to be reminded that every year lots of folks get shot with "UNLOADED" firearms. Safety cannot be stressed enough.

[@aaronporebski9502]

Excellent video, thanks Barry!

[@NoChillMan]

Exactly. Once I was at an indoor range shooting, and a shell bounced off the wall next to me and would have hit me directly in the right eye. Good thing I had the glasses on.

[@shawntannehill]

Squib load is when u fire the gun and there is not enough power to shoot the bullet out of the barrel and it gets stuck. Then if u shoot another bullet before getting the stuck bullet out of the barrel the gun will most likely blow up.

[@Jelsick]

This was about 20 odd yrs ago. I was shooting a friend's .38 special revolver into a snow bank. Unbeknownst to me, there was a propane tank BEHIND the snow bank. I went behind the snow to see what my shots had done and low and behold there was the tank. It scared the shit out of me to say the least. Luck was on my side that day. ALWAYS know what is in the line of fire.

[@powerrockbill]

Excellent video Barry!

[@steve6548]

Rest in Peace Brother.

[@srvanddt1]

I was wondering when you guys were going to address your gun safety. I seen many times in your videos that you guys were not being safe. I'm glad you guys had the courage to admit your mistakes and correct them. Also, when you guys are blowing stuff up, why not make up a ballistic shield like they do in Mythbusters? Thanks for your videos, I love them all!!

[@slamdunktiger]

Thank you for sharing Barry!

[@greylocke100]

Thank you for finally addressing this.

[@eariamjh71]

Yes, you can wear appropriately sized safety glasses over your street glasses, but it looks kinda dorky. However, this gives you the advantage of having multiple lens tints to choose from as replacements are cheap. If you shoot a lot, it may be worthwhile to get some prescription safety glasses. Street glasses, no matter the size, are not adequate eye protection. hope this helps. Tight groups.

[@UponGiantsShoulders]

This is how I avoid firearm complacency: I do not remove my weapon from a holster unless I am somewhere safe to discharge the weapon, with the weapon pointing in an appropriate direction, range style. I carry every single day, I use holsters that can detach easily, and leave the firearm in the holster. Retention is important. Minimizing time out of holster, minimizes % ND. Couple this with all of the normal safety mentioned in the vid and greater enhance your safety.

[@stewart51able]

ONE of your best videos guys..Thanks...I put it into (SAVE).

[@ADKwarriors]

Many companys make ballistic eye protection with prescription lens inserts like are isued in the military. An example would be the Sawflys by Revision which are or were standard issue in Army BCT.

[@otroflores91]

Thanks you for spreading this information. I'm sorry that someone lost a eye however.

[@pontiacmaniac2]

I actually had my first ammo fail a few weeks ago, with Winchester Super X .22lr ammo- case failure, had some crud blow back on me but nothing else.

[@Gennehsymm]

Great video and great message.

[@The00blackb5]

just happened to me, worked when I refreshed...