Navy SEAL and Army Special Forces Operator discuss Fighting Rifle Setup

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[@tlshortyshorty5810]

“I was in uniform before you were in liquid form.” Absolute gold.

[@dylconnaway9976]

More of an opaque / off white. Kinda golden after it dries though.

[@andrewmcmurray8081]

Liquid gold

[@supercarnitas]

Dyl Connaway oh god...😂

[@cuajocuajocuajo]

1000%

[@jamesbreeden3061]

Yes Ugh! I was in basic training in 1986.

[@benm5913]

"When I was between armies." Jesus what a phrase. Imagine going through basic with this guy.

[@loneangel1]

The best battle buddy ever.

[@robotafflicition]

Oh you should hear the fieldcraft podcast where he goes into his life story

[@abdullahshahbaz4745]

Like how do you switch to an army of an different country 🤔

[@cole1407]

@@abdullahshahbaz4745 My great uncle went and fought for Britian and flew a B-15 in ww2 because America wouldn't enlist him because he lost a hand in a crop duster accident. It can be done.

[@TheLoneWanderererr]

@@robotafflicition link?

[@alexisdetocqueville9964]

Kevin: "Oy've killed a looooooot of people wit' a .556" Me: *nervous laughter*

[@tayler2396]

It's always better to be skeptical.

[@Mr196710]

Why would someone have nervous laughter?

[@chimchu3232]

As a beginner to the AR platform, this is honestly gold. Really cool to listen to people with real experience

[@305dadecounty305]

I’m researching which AR to buy from (brand etc). Which ones are good?

[@randomlife718]

​@@305dadecounty305check out Palmetto State Armory. You can buy a complete upper and lower and ne about $330 in a solid rifle. Spend the rest of the money on ammo and training!

[@tucker__]

DAINEL DEFENCE DD4 R3 OR V7 starting out @@305dadecounty305

[@maneuverrz]

@@305dadecounty305same did u end up finding one?

[@brossools]

@@305dadecounty305 When you figure out, can you tell me too?

[@antitankautism8052]

31:24 "an MP5 is good in the house, but you have to get to the house first" Knowledge bomb.

[@jhalscott]

BuT mUh Mp5 iS hK mAsTeR rAcE...

[@genewellnapata445]

@@jhalscott but u still have to get to house first, unless u wanna try mp5 fight AK in long range.

[@MrDamning]

@@genewellnapata445 its a joke my friend

[@03brokenknees83]

Overkill perk, problem solved.... my thumbs can handle the extra weight.

[@jhalscott]

DJ Anchlusszeit at least someone got me.

[@USN1985dos]

Jeez, that Irishman sets the bar too damn high for achievements. Irish infantry, Irish Ranger Wing, US infantry, US Special Forces *and* contracted in Africa during the 80's. Now he's a trainer at a respected outfit. What a legend.

[@WTFisTingispingis]

_THAT_ is what I call a resume.

[@ericj6636]

Don't forget, Counter Terrorism Unit after the Irish Rangers and before he went PMC

[@joshuabressel1280]

@@ericj6636 yeah....that's SAS. He didn't SAY it....but that's what it was. There are guys with stronger resumes, but not very many. The real bad asses, they look like that, not like Rambo.

[@USN1985dos]

@@joshuabressel1280 SAS? I doubt it. The Republic of Ireland is a completely independent nation with no affiliation with the United Kingdom. If he was to serve with the British SAS, he'd have to have joined their military, which he has never claimed to do. The Irish Defense Forces' counter-terrorism unit is the Army Ranger Wing, so that's most likely what he was referencing.

[@johnwicksfoknpencil]

DaveLF He didn’t just participate in SF, he ran their marksman program for many years and co-developed many of the doctrines and protocols they currently use.

[@kevin-haggerty-khmp]

Basically three dudes you wouldn’t want to be on the opposite end of. Love the channel GT

[@anthonyharris6685]

💯

[@ianw.9185]

I'm glad they're on my side lol

[@avr01]

I can’t believe we can get this kind knowledge, a treasure trove of experience, for free. What a privilege to hear from these patriots, having first hand experience spreading freedom around the world. Can’t thank enough.

[@trumptookthevaccine1679]

Drool

[@hanzcalino4958]

"I was in uniform when you were in liquid form" That was cool AHHAHAHA

[@MrBigJake75]

Can't wait for 20 years to pass so I can tell some dumb private that

[@tynado1173]

Amazing comment

[@kentuckyjustice1408]

Best short line of the whole video!

[@christianmatthieu6967]

Xu Ye Without even skipping a beat, legend!

[@longrangevoodoo4480]

Hahaha incredible

[@johnsonjohnson8133]

Well if my foreman wonders why I haven’t came out of the shitter for the next 35 minutes this is why

[@2wheeleddemon999]

If he doesn't understand or isn't in the stall next you you then you might have to find employment elsewhere. JS

[@ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz]

He can wait, this video is important.

[@tylergarrett4498]

Get fired?

[@Clockwork0nions]

Gotta watch in Double Speed bro!

[@purrmitivo288]

@@Clockwork0nions lmao literally did that while shitting

[@509drone2]

Kevin is a legit OG. Love just listening to him talking.

[@9301robodoc]

Love, love, love this video. Totally subscribed. I am an Army veteran but its been some years past. Nice to hear from some professional shooters being perfectly candid about situational use for firearms and the best case Sanrio setup. Great stuff! You have a new loyal fan.

[@sberry30sb]

Ranger: rifle SEAL: rifle Flannel Chad: flexing the water bottle Stay hydrated lads

[@BurnedSpace]

he was a green beret

[@sberry30sb]

@@league5009 need "top tactical water bottle review" now

[@davidliftsheavycircles]

Dehydration is the biggest killer😂

[@Amazonuser1717]

Star Trek Theory your not wrong

[@cllintt]

1000%

[@AlfredFJones1776]

I want a video of the Irish guy talking about his times in service. Dude is a legit badass.

[@photon7526]

Check out the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast, his name is Kevin P. Owens.

[@UniquelyUsAdventures]

What that guy said!

[@pault.mccain6637]

When you have the chance to hear these guys unwind and tell their war stories...it is not to be missed.

[@Pro2ndAmnd]

Thanks for the heads up on the podcast.

[@S.C.-wo8hq]

He's super nonchalant.

[@Om3nofD3ath]

The amount of respect the two youngsters have for the wisdom is not only great form but also shows they are all professionals and passionate about what they do. Combat must be a sharp skill.

[@Pathfinder-Vision]

So much respect to you men. Great information that is still relevent today... I'm Army and my heart pumps when I hear this type of information and instruction coming from three seasoned Veterans. Good job guys...

[@GMANINFANTRY]

Just sat down on the throne. Great timing.

[@airsoftsupersnake]

beast

[@josephcrook9921]

Same.

[@EssenceRare]

Turtling...... huuuuung

[@haileymaya2030]

LMFAO

[@haileymaya2030]

Good one guys

[@memeticist]

The Irish guy is my new favorite person. He is the most adorable killer ever. His Lucky Charms shall never be stolen.

[@RobZtaco]

This made me laugh out loud!

[@memeticist]

@@RobZtaco Pink hearts, yellow moons, green clovers and death!

[@jamariobrown-tolliver8163]

The real life soap 😆😆😆

[@memeticist]

@@jamariobrown-tolliver8163 Indeed

[@memeticist]

@Chris Wood I'm not sure "unassuming" is the right word to describe a cat who has joined the special forces of two nations. Regardless, I just wish I could afford to take some of his training courses.

[@1234USMC]

Coming back years later to this video. It just has so much experience and information it’s saved as one of my reference video’s. Thanks again guys for doing all you do 🤙

[@HaskellMoore]

This is the best, most comprehensive, and well done presentation of its type I've seen. Great tips from guys who are "the real deal"!

[@Fastwinstondoom]

I want to hear african mercenary stories from the mid 90's dammit!

[@heirvulf7900]

This

[@Ideo7Z]

70s and 80s would've been my choice as the golden age of that.

[@ravenks1sr15]

I BLESS THE RAINZZZZZ DOWN N AFRIKAAAAAAAAAAA

[@kimjongun2536]

He was contracting in Somalia 3 months after black hawk down happened for 9 monthsif memory serves me right

[@vg_grover4828]

Geese at 12:28

[@treycantrell6857]

When the guy next to you just whispers, “I’m just a navy seal”.... you might have some notches on your belt

[@burgerkang3249]

@Michael K Delta is just the best of the best pulled from all branches

[@Ch1ch4rito14]

@@burgerkang3249 I mean... technically yes but in reality no. The majority come from the 75th and the VAST majority come from USASOC. Then there are a few from sister service SOF and conventional us army infantry (ive only ever met like two conventional guys that went to delta selection and both were mountains RI’s and best ranger competitors prior to, and non selects to give you an idea of the level of excellence)

[@robbabcock_]

@@thatoldagencyguy Or as Flannel Daddy would say, tip to butt.😂

[@bookerwtight3457]

PJs Navy Seals and Green Berets to me is all great...l just think the Seal Team 6 and Delta Force is the most Elite Forces l think we have...One guy sit it straight about 5.56 when he said l kill alot people with 5.56 and it was funny when the other guy quietly said im just a Navy Seal you know the other guy was a beast 😆

[@Archangel0804]

@@bookerwtight3457 Don't forget about Marine Corp Raiders.

[@sabryngibson2944]

Can we just appreciate how great of a job mike does interviewing every guest he has on he always asks amazing questions to get the best information from his guests. Thank you and great job

[@johnb.stewart652]

Thank you guys for your service and your help with all of this training.

[@johnmclellan2257]

Always fear an old man in a young man's profession.

[@flamethrowerx1923]

I just stared at this comment for at least 15 seconds and my mind was just like “they’re right”

[@thewen]

always fear an old man in a profession where men die young

[@grnsouth1204]

@@bulabroha Yes, be very, very afraid...

[@Wolfwood428]

@@bulabroha He's probably killed....

[@NYSVO]

why

[@scoe5908]

Ladies, Gentelemen, and my often forgotten, but not by me, Rhodesian short shorts, welcome to the channel

[@pieterandjuanchronicles9849]

@Stripey Arse it’s boytjie not boykie

[@oscarstenderup]

Scoe88 it's a long way to mukumbura

[@je2848]

Rhodesians never die.

[@UnfortunateSon_]

We’ll keep our.. land a free land from the enemy coming in

[@nickmcfarland6822]

Ooooooo needs to happen

[@tdick2499]

Thank you guys for your service especially!!! And thank you for imparting your military wisdom!

[@johnsomebody972]

As a retired vet I would like to thank both for their military service. For the SEAL I’m sure glad you on our side and s patriot. Grand Thumb thank you for posting this video I have learned much for these two.

[@kingkong893]

Love how Irish blokes accent is still apparent mixed with a bit of an American one!

[@ronnieholloway5057]

I spent years 5-8 in England when my Dad was military. I couldn’t impersonate Michael Caine sober today, but after a few pints I could pass for any UK dialect on command. Maybe the phrase “whiskey helps” does have a useful meaning

[@Sol_Invictus510]

My best friends dad is British, but has lived in the US for most of his life and thus has a very funny accent. Still has the classic British mumble and sometimes ill just nod my head and pretend that I understand what he said.

[@Sol_Invictus510]

Ronnie Holloway 2 weeks in the UK with a Scottish roommate gave me a quirky accent on a some words and slang. When I got back stateside my friends all made fun of me for it.

[@classicgator2434]

I mean he has been a US citizen for decades. So it makes sense

[@moeynola6747]

He sounds like someone from Louisiana..the Cajun parts of Louisiana

[@alexc9434]

First navy seal I’ve ever watched a video of that didn’t constantly talk about how cool he is. I like these guys a lot. Thank you so much for all of your wisdom.

[@corail53]

Instead you have a career war junkie who laughs at having killed a lot of people.

[@johnlopez2028]

Being a navy seal is cool. He has tights to brag about it not like you useless

[@isaachousley325]

Thats because of the due hes standing next to and now works with. Kinda hard to brag when there's a guy next to you who can call all your achievements cute without talking crap

[@johnlopez2028]

@@isaachousley325 lol these idiots calling navy seal talkers when theyre not the ones talking but greedy producers that want to make money out of ther obvious accolades. but when a dud comes out of nowhere and cant even verify what he is talking about you haters believe it.. jsut like idiots believing SAS is the best even tho they have numerous failed mission attempts and no known achievements recently.. whereas seal team/ DEVGRU bringin home the bacon everytime they are called especially bringing down terrorist no.1.. Can there be any more idiots than you guys? lol

[@BostonsF1nest]

All the SEALs I’ve ever met or listened to are pretty humble guys. Can’t say there’s ever been one that stood out to me as self obsessed tho I’m sure they exist, it’s definitely not the norm

[@jonwatson8334]

This segment was incredibly helpful to me, a civilian, novice shooter. The guys were awesome to learn from. It definitely gave me a solid , beginning platform of what I will look for in a combat , fighting , effective weapon.

[@jonwatson8334]

Thanks so much.

[@Ebola419]

My biggest take away from this is, “1,000%”

[@rosshixon6796]

Ebola 1,000%

[@jzo08]

Now I cant help but notice it every time. Damn you.

[@Echo_Charlie]

I was thinking the exact same thing lol.

[@yootoober49]

Substandard. 2000 is more.

[@eylonemuskson4177]

haha yeah man, 1000%...

[@impatman1523]

"I've killed A LOT of people with 556" *everyone laughs in high body count

[@lyndonjohnson2373]

Look at the SEAL's initial reaction when he says that lol. He gives the head nod like "yeah, me too!"

[@MinecraftGuy237]

@308 Junkie Lmao I know right. If the 5.56 can't kill then that would make the 9mm and 45 ACP the equivalent of a bb pellet.

[@DJHeroMasta]

I pulled up my phone just to read this in the comments LMAO!

[@teacopem]

"I've murdered a lot of people with this" everyone proceeds to laugh in pyscho

[@MasterVideoStudios]

lmao, he didn't murder anyone

[@xXShadowRejectsXx]

I don't think I've ever sat though a youtube video this long. Priceless insight and information from experienced men. Absolutely great video

[@davida375AI]

Best set up vid I’ve seen in a while. Always love your videos!! Thank you! (All 3 of you!) Your service has been priceless! (A few pieces of America’s spine right there.)

[@phoenixsavage6885]

I love how the Irish dude just nonchalantly says "I've killed alot of people with the 5.56". (Thank you for all of the likes)

[@Watch4Me]

I know right. When he was talking reticle sighting and said "drop him"; Garand's smile was like "I dont think you can say that on KZbin". We are shooting at targets guys, paper. Remember...targets.

[@SuperHornedtoad]

@@Watch4Me Paper Marios

[@Watch4Me]

@@kudumsuz5075 Define civilian. Carrying weapon or no?

[@0toeknee0]

He’s the real deal.

[@TheSexybitch0619]

That shit was scary because you knew it wasn’t a joke lol.

[@JGstunts22]

You can tell the Irish guy just had an unlimited depth of information to share .. all those years in combat life .. I could listen to that dude talk about his service for hours

[@rawazbahadin.3216]

Bro can you tell me what kind of gun does the guy in the middle have?

[@williamp.4617]

@@rawazbahadin.3216 It's just a 13.9 URGI with a Vortex RZR HD Gen 2 1-8 and an offset t2 with a badger ordanance mount, if you want more info on the build check out his other video kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3OnqnRsfpeCrM0

[@adamhassan6301]

Exactly. Does he have a podcast or been on any podcast?

[@andrewloeschner731]

@@adamhassan6301 He did a nearly 3 hour podcast with Mike Ritland on the Mike Drop Podcast

[@valerioamato3761]

What an animal!! lol

[@tyinthesky8347]

Of all the videos I’ve watched about optics and what type to use, this was the most informative. Actual real life experience not just shooting targets explaining the pros and cons. Thank you

[@racetech911]

Just subscribed! I stumbled upon this video after ordering the same setup Kevin has as far as accessories go. I normally do a practice scenario of clearing my house sometimes and noticed the 45 degree red dot is a necessity for my application and my preference for inside and have a 3-9x52 scope for my 3 acre land for outside clearance. This video is absolutely amazing. Advice from 2 guys who actually walk the walk and are articulate on zero’ing out the optics and different between SBR and standard 14 inch barrel is phenomenal information, even down to the strap setups they run. They nailed it on the head with practice with your firearm! Always keep it clean and ready to go that way when shit hits the fans you are ready to go to work. Stay safe people!

[@gabrieljordan8106]

Ranger: I've killed a lot of people with 556 SEAL: LOL Flannel Chad: LOL

[@stephencao2903]

Gabriel Jordan time stamp?

[@gabrieljordan8106]

@@stephencao2903 5:19

[@SG_88]

@Christian Bai Humor is a way to cope with tragedy. Usually when someone is almost killed they laugh it off as a mechanism.

[@gabrieljordan8106]

@@SG_88 My little brother is a fireman/EMT he told me that his colleagues do the same. It's their coping mechanism. You see horrible things and the only thing you can do is laugh it off or it starts getting to you which leads many to suicide.

[@gabrieljordan8106]

@SicSemperEvelloMortemTyrannis TyrannyEnder Which is like food: not everybody gets it. Okay... that was a bit dark too.

[@hooligan1017]

Lol I don’t think there are many people in this world that can say they have served with 2 separate Special Forces groups from 2 separate nations

[@chrishooge3442]

Which is why if he recommends an offset reddot...I'm gonna...at least, give it a try.

[@NateSail82]

@@chrishooge3442 You won't regret it, pure gold.

[@DreamZ9750]

1000%

[@2000rayc]

LARRY THROE

[@2000rayc]

@@chrishooge3442 ammo cost to much for me to really try lo

[@BCM-556]

Thank you for your service gentlemen. Great stuff.

[@kn6dxv36]

One of my favorite videos GT Thanks for amazing content. God Bless anyone who believes that citizens need to train up as much as they can and no be shamed for it. Mad Respect, we support you and you support us. The true American way.

[@Jre-rb2ru]

Beware of the man who says “I’ve killed a lot of people” with a nonchalant chuckle.

[@blkstang4830]

Beware of an old man in a profession where men usually die young. Old warriors did not get old by accident; they got old by being wise, having the right knowledge, and being tough. Never underestimate an old man who has grown up in a rough profession or a rough environment.

[@tdnavy1066]

❤

[@stealthybanana8751]

@@blkstang4830 thanks plato

[@Diceman12100]

FEAR THE OLD IN A PROFESSION MEN DIE YOUNG...

[@brassvulcher8207]

Yeah I call BS on that shit..

[@DarkSiiix]

Kevin really out here looking like Cypher from Matrix...

[@ALovelyBunchOfDragonballz]

I didnt trust him at first. We all remember how that went :)

[@blarghinatelazer9394]

@Jesse Robinson So is Cypher!

[@vendomnu]

He just wanted steak...

[@vg_grover4828]

Geese at 12:28

[@govtbill7343]

Now I can't unsee it

[@chriskautz6357]

thanks to all 3 of you for taking the time to share this real world info with us.

[@TECNITTY]

I’ve watched this video countless times over the years. It’s always informative and entertaining. Great job guys.

[@OzarkW1]

The old Irish guy started in the mid 80s and still made special forces in the US military after 911, much props.

[@sean-yb5hc]

Yeah no kidding...dudes like him are rare among the rare. God bless though, we got him fightin with us!

[@roadfert]

Be wary of an older man in a young man’s game.

[@lunarcat1612]

"What works for socom and the seal teams might not work for you!" Are you telling me I don't need night ocular devices and an IR laser to walk my dog through my condo association? How presumptuous. Now you sound like my wife. I hope you're happy.

[@SadShane]

I don't know you, but I can tell we could be best friends.

[@justinbloom1561]

👍

[@davidp4270]

No bro don't ever let anyone keep you down you definitely need that

[@bluemerc12]

You also need a radio to communicate with the dog

[@OEFarredondo]

If you want to walk your dog with a disco ball on your head just do it bruh. It’s America.

[@Natural-Causes]

A lot of respect for these guys! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For your service guys…🙏🏻

[@hossm1808]

Man what a great video! All 3 of you have so much experience with operating in combat situations!

[@callsigndruid]

You should get these guys back to talk about chest rigs and carriers

[@parker8691]

No you should

[@amirabboud6910]

What do you need a rig for. You going out somewhere to look at the enemy for a couple days?

[@elitesoundentertainment4950]

@@amirabboud6910 American civilians with kit is the only way to be on par against tyrannical government.

[@broughttoideas]

@@amirabboud6910 it would be nice to have the upper hand or atleast be a level playing field if things went south

[@mrminiguns]

@@elitesoundentertainment4950 The pen, email, and ballot box is how we make a government just. The training and equipment is how we keep it that way, just like you said

[@USN1985dos]

"If you've ever set up your rifle like someone else's, not because it worked for you, but because it worked for them..." Me: *Looks up from setting up one of my AR's like the GRS guys in 13 Hours*. "What?"

[@believethehype8936]

Bro I run chem lights on my rig because of SOCOM US Navy SEALs II, I dont even know how to turn em on.

[@istillhavetenfingers8150]

@@believethehype8936 This guy! Hahaha

[@johnwicksfoknpencil]

BelieveTheHype Lmao

[@BurnedSpace]

or like the lone survivor guys

[@IrishPennant0311]

BelieveTheHype There’s a button on the bottom. Can’t miss it.

[@guenterhaines8898]

That was incredible. Learned so much. Ty all for your service!

[@billystarcher8146]

This is one of the best videos I've seen in a while. Thanks for bringing these guys together

[@KirShizzle]

You know a guy is old school when he says he started with a FAL

[@oldcorpsl440]

"Keep shooting until target is no longer a threat". We were taught this in USMC boot camp '87. Found this to be true in '91.

[@bludmakesgrassgrow]

Cops find it to be true every day.

[@bludmakesgrassgrow]

@Englewood Frank21 lmao...they do tho. Whether right or wrong.

[@i-never-look-at-replies-lol]

@@bludmakesgrassgrow lmao they shoot like a thousand people a year out of...350 million! Whoa sounds like we got a problem here, boys! Cops be shooting like .000001 of the population everybody, they outta control!

[@protopiper5567]

A lot of great information on this video. Thanks to you and your guests for breaking it down and sharing their knowledge!

[@robertcenname1771]

I’ve watched this video 5 times. It is hands down one of the best informational videos for a rifle setup. Glad to see these 2 guys with Fieldcraft. FYI I’m a civilian, a patriot and defender of freedom.

[@MrRickonia]

I watched it 3 times...I'm new to optics, but I was trying to find a "Vortex 1-10 LPVO" that the Irish guy mentioned to be his favorite rig "all day long". When I search for that name, I cannot seem to find a specific model. I found one that was called a "Razor" in the > $3k range, and I found some that were somewhere below $500, but do you know which specific model he was using?

[@tyronejackson6593]

@@MrRickonia Razor

[@matthewfonseca8466]

Ok Trumpie

[@malinoisnation9392]

What’s the big scope on the Irish guys gun?

[@satanicmicrochipv5656]

Derp. Is that what you tell yourself when you're low crawling through the petunias in your backyard dressed like a ghost recon delta force commando? Ya know... You can't be a patriot and a magacult traitor at the same time. Pick one or the other, swayzee.

[@alvarocardinale8910]

"I beg to differ... I killed alot of people with 556" best phrase ever😂😂😂

[@wendel5868]

Our bodies are really that soft. A slingshot can do the same

[@tyclark8162]

POS aren't people imho. I've earned a few hits myself. For my brothers n my country. Rock the LWRC SPR M6.

[@petersouthernboy6327]

Danger Ace - not at 3200 fps

[@Shrdzz]

“KEEP SHOOTING UNTIL THE TARGET IS NO LONGER A THREAT” I LOVE THIS GUY!!!!

[@maxmelber5878]

1000%

[@alohabeaches7466]

Haha yea he’s a badass. Too many people get caught up in only doing hammer pairs. I forget who said it (Maybe TRex Arms), but training to do the 5-6 shots at a time is a good idea to break that habit.

[@ronjaime3493]

Totally agree but could you imagine what would be on the news. "Home Invasion attempt " intruder shot 5 times in the chest and 3 times in the head.

[@Shrdzz]

Ron Jaime that would actually be quite fucked up...

[@PrimericanIdol]

And if you never want to get shot, don't be a threat. 🤣

[@mattjaxdad8693]

This was a fantastic discussion and I learned a lot about what I should be looking for to create a useful tool. Thank you.

[@rhythmsaint73]

Simply incredible . quality people with stellar of course im Irish and proud of what Kevin has accomplished well done everyone you all rock

[@Konvinced89]

If you've ever listened to a Garand Thumb video in your car on the way home, and the rotors in the background sounded so real you thought your engine had started to missfire, go ahead and hit that subscribe button.

[@rlquint4423]

I keep pulling my headphones out thinking something is flying over my house....

[@ryanlangley7762]

Haha I paused the video sitting on my porch because I wasn’t sure!

[@jmmartin7766]

As a former helicopter guy, I was trying to guess whether it was a Chinook, or a CH-53e... lol!

[@mccoybyz1099]

@@jmmartin7766I'm going with Chinook , I was thinking the exact same thing

[@christopherlynch3314]

@@mccoybyz1099 Ding ding ding, I'm pretty sure.

[@robgoose8126]

Get you somebody who smiles like Daddy when he hears "I've killed a lot of people with 5.56", when you tell them you love them.

[@staceygruver1969]

I’m glad they’re doing a thorough review of assault rifle versus civilian version and the set up and performance of each weapon I’m also A veteran Gunnarsson eight from the US Navy and appreciate the expertise you’re putting on your KZbin channel

[@kentuckyearl8202]

These are men who if it really hit the fan, I'd want to follow. I will not be proud and say something stupid like "at my side." They are the real deal. Humble but dangerous. I would want nothing less or to be nothing less when protecting the people I love. Thank you for your service and sharing your knowledge with regular civilians like me.

[@tylerbryanhead]

Jesus christ, that guy went through basic with more experience than his drill sergeants. They should have been standing at parade rest for him

[@wigon]

I went to Basic Training at Ft. Leanordwood in the early 90's with a guy in my platoon who was a 30 something yr old former NCO in the Russian Army and an Afghan War veteran. Our Drill Sergeants treated him with the utmost respect except when they caught him during every inspection with vodka or beer in his locker. He didn't even bother hiding it. They just smoked him a bit, confiscated his booze, and left him alone though instead of giving him an article-15 like they normally would do. He was one of our squad leaders in the platoon and was quiet, but overall was a great leader, never complained, and was very competent. We called him "The Bear".

[@charlessullivan6099]

I had a guy in my OSUT class who was a French Foreign Legion veteran. Suffice it to say he had seen more combat than all of our Drill Sergeants in the Company combined.

[@kamikazelyricist1563]

Really appreciate this video, tons of info. Thank you guys for your service and continuing to educate citizens how to defend ourselves!

[@6string42]

THEY'RE ALWAYS AFTER ME LUCKY 556!! -Leprechaun Operator

[@showtimespeedshop]

6string42 ded

[@msatrio2626]

😂😂 i’m weak 💀

[@govtbill7343]

They're magically lethal!

[@SARFamily1776]

Hahhahaha

[@Robertlynschultz]

🤣🤣🤣

[@JoelSquire85]

I'm so happy we got guys like this out there.

[@goonducck]

this is the stuff enlisted wish we could get from our seniors, thank you garand thumb and co.

[@pisacenere]

12:31 Duck1"is that GarandThumb?" Duck2"OMG he is" Duck1"let's get closer"

[@dylconnaway9976]

pisacenere nice attention to detail. Totally missed the quackery

[@davidhochstetler4068]

Entire video Heli 1 hey is that GarandThumb? Heli 2 OMG he is Heli 1 Lets get closer

[@herpmcderpingstoniiiesq.2288]

Flannel Daddy: Thats all I got. One more thing. be the best person you can be. Kevin: One more thing. Pour lead in em like a foundry worker.

[@readytorebel]

Best most informative video I’ve ever seen on KZbin. Thanks

[@maxharris9567]

I really loved you guys walking us through that. Your knowledge is really valuable to us out here. I’d like learn more about your classes. I’ll look you up soon.

[@RicardoFinnigan]

Prolly the only time in history a Private E-1 intimidated his drill sergeants

[@troyweatherford2428]

In MC bootcamp we had a guy who got in on an age waver and was 29, he was a paramedic when he was a teenager, then a cop, then SWAT, then a private contractor and actually fought ISIS in Syria, he also went to south America and Africa several times. Dude entered as an E-1 on a Marine recon contract.

[@chrishooge3442]

I kinda doubt he had to go back thru boot. Could be wrong.

[@thelifeofriley1450]

@@chrishooge3442 you have to go thru boot camp and AIT if you were in a different military. (I did in 84 with the Brit’s and the US in ‘93)

[@chrishooge3442]

@@thelifeofriley1450 That makes sense now that I think about it. Much of boot camp is teaching the Army standards. I'm curious which AIT he chose. I would think the shortest he could find and get him into an SF selection.

[@thelifeofriley1450]

@@chrishooge3442 probably 11b.

[@the_Wolf_directly]

4:34 Irishman talks weapon systems and calibers 5:15 Irishman talks about killing a lot of people with .556 5:31 Irishman talks running and gunning and barrel length (this guy wild) 6:54 Optics discussion 10:34 the need for a suppressor and learning from mistakes 11:47 suppressor talk 12:30 Ducks 13:12 good suppressor brands 15:17 Night vision setup 17:53 weapon light 18:47 Rails, 19:36 LPVOs 19:49 Zeroing LPVO 21:19 rails (m lok vs pic), setup for sling carry & grip, 22:19 red dot sights + magnifier 24:13 the future of optics is here 24:38 buttstock + LAW folder 24:56 micro t2 red dot 25:28 charging handles 25:54 buttstocks part 2 26:36 slings 28:33 overall recommendations for rifle setup for GI Joe 31:51 Get training 32:30 Dad advice 33:05 plugs

[@codfishsd6155]

gods work

[@Neubtoob]

12:30 Ducks

[@Ryanp1267]

@@Neubtoob legend. Thanks.

[@Zavvvvvvvvv]

what a legend you are

[@coolbreezetg6]

Legend for doing this, but also clearly a very bored guy

[@g3attack]

Thank You for your Service! Very informative material.As always great video from Garan!!!!

[@goatedtanks2267]

Thanks for your service.

[@andrews2990]

Captain Tupolev: “Go to 105% on the reactor.” Garand Daddy: “Go to 1000% on the reactor.”

[@wcw2793]

Andrew S “Captain! What is it?! Where are we going?!”

[@wcw2793]

*Cues epic Basil Poledorous music*

[@nathankillpack785]

These orders are five bloody hours old

[@joshmarenco4968]

wcw2793 We’re going to kill a friend

[@rioplast]

Tobias Rieper correct

[@tacracc_photography]

*smiles in Ruger 10/22 with hammered on muzzle break, cheap red dot, and shotgun butt pad*

[@HaloDude557]

> muzzle break *angry California noise*

[@blarghinatelazer9394]

Bubba nooooooo

[@tacracc_photography]

blarghinatelazer I’m only 18, got the thing used when I was 8 as my first gun 😂, bubba for life I guess

[@blarghinatelazer9394]

@@tacracc_photography Try to Bubba less in the future lmao

[@scoobk3]

Liam Is my name don’t forget the BFS-III binary trigger

[@TherapeuticTactics]

Priceless information from these subject matter experts. This channel rocks.

[@TheJustina102085]

Now this is what I call an informational video. Great stuff thank you, gentlemen!

[@AZTigerMMA]

You know your a bad ass when a navy seal is like “ how do I follow that?” Awesome team !

[@JS-ob4oh]

A leprechaun, a SEAL, and a thumb walked into a room... Leprechaun says, "I killed a lot of people with 556." SEAL and thumb nods in total 1000% agreement.

[@zayl777]

Absolutely.

[@jessabell7364]

Last line of his introduction on the first day of training "Mr Owens has been killing bad guys for longer than most of you people have been alive. So I suggest that you forget all of the leprechaun jokes you were about to tell."

[@frostbitepokin9520]

The seal writes a book about it

[@kevinb314]

Guys like me -"I like this ammo you should see what it does to a watermelon!" Him- "You should see what it does to a body after going through a car door"

[@Zangan]

1000%

[@supertom8552]

Fantastic discussion on tools and tactics, thank you !

[@GatCat]

Notice how low key these guys present themselves. These are some dangerous REAL DEAL actual tactical fighters. Very impressive.

[@Fredfredbug4]

I wouldn't call "I killed a lot of people with 5.56 har har har" low key. No doubt these are dangerous dudes who probably aren't even allowed to talk about everything they've done.

[@GatCat]

Fredfredbug4 Good point, I just meant their demeanor. I’ve seen a lot of youtube militia, it gets old.

[@teagarden5533]

You've bought into a story and seen too many movies. They're not dangerous people. They're healthy, normal people who have been in combat and have full control of their judgement because of uninterrupted training. A dangerous person is a person who is powerless to their actions and lacks intentional choice; the exact opposite of these people. Dangerous people are impulsive not methodical. Dangerous people cannot reconcile the world. These people know what lines not to cross.

[@dantheman9565]

@@teagarden5533 Yeah they're dangerous.

[@Redaerd]

@Star Trek Theory get off your high horse. its pretty cool

[@ZSC001]

The Irish accent brings me back to calling in a helicopter as a Swedish Mercenary in war-torn Venezuela

[@MrNpc81]

I understood that reference!

[@GoofysBandit]

Oh no you didn't! Did you oh nooo!

[@bugenarpatrol1216]

Mattias...

[@ThomasHendrickson]

I’m very interested in this reference, what is it from?

[@Deathead47x]

@@ThomasHendrickson Mercenaries 2: World in Flames

[@TheDweebert]

Thanks for your service, fellas! Words can’t begin to convey it!

[@tomyousch7070]

All these guys are a wealth of knowledge. 😊thank you all for your service. Seimpher fi

[@MrBullet888]

It's Semper Fi.

[@squirreltakular9049]

@@MrBullet888 Sampler Pie

[@pimpovic2]

@@squirreltakular9049 Sumyung guy

[@mhomo1000]

Honestly, this video makes you realize that some people are born warriors.

[@AlphariusandOmegon]

True certain personality traits help but with discipline and dedication you can train yourself to be a warrior.

[@waltertodd4281]

Absolutely!

[@petermartin7371]

No mames waye!!😆

[@tonyb2271]

The most consistent attribute of the serious warriors I've met is their low profile. I was very happy to change the batteries on their radios.

[@bff6434]

True that

[@lukefarrell2624]

this seal was more nervous going on cam than storming rooms of terrorists, respect to him for settling into it. cool fkn dudes

[@s0nnyburnett]

Fear of death vs embarrassing yourself in front of your peers

[@nathansewell4840]

I love the inclusion of civilians in your speeches. Thank you.

[@matthewsalomone3800]

Best video yet. Great information from knowledgeable professional soldiers

[@timtebow155]

first time in history anyone has talked more than a navy SEAL

[@DjGhost718]

I was thinking the same thing

[@keithreinert5835]

That’s because the seal probably just published his first book, and busy thinking about what he’s going to put into his next book 😂

[@vampov]

Special operators are supposed to be the silent professionals and that's how I remember them my whole life until the killing of osama and so ended their secrecy.

[@frooskys22]

@@vampov they ended their secrecy? You just know that they killed Bin Laden and you know it after they killed him. Every spec ops do that, they want to be recognized for their merits. You don't have any idea of the operations that are doing or are going to do, also the soldier who killed Osama exposed himself.

[@RemingtonSteel]

@bennyhondo What? Then who or what did?

[@martingetliffe]

The Irish Fella is pure Badass. People like him Win Wars.

[@drossano9794]

Check out the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast they interview him and his life story is beyond amazing, his name is Kevin P. Owens.

[@sakihealthbars1341]

Too bad the selection pool for special forces shrunk 10 fold since the early 2000s

[@martingetliffe]

saki healthbars that is very true.

[@angelchavez972]

I would want him on my side in a fight

[@donovanchilton5817]

@Reinhard Heydrich there are a thousand reasons why

[@robertdennis550]

Awesome video with 3 knowledgeable people. Thanks for posting.

[@ryanpatton5937]

I have watched this one video so many times I enjoy learning from people that have really been there and done that

[@turfking1jacome646]

“Ive killed a lot of people with 5.56” all 3 chuckle 😂

[@Chiboza]

@101327 would love to do it for a job, but I am pacifist.

[@iHasCaek]

@101327 "Pacifism is a doctrine that requires the exertions of better men to do the heavy lifting" havent heard a version of this since bootcamp :)

[@thundera9834]

The Seal guy probably agrees 😂