Pistol Basics With Former Green Beret and Contractor Mike Glover

[@dwarvengamesmith9726]

Been around guns all my life. Still watched this because it's always possible to learn new things from a professional as well as reinforce good habits. To anyone new to firearms take this information to heart and stay safe.

[@jambajoby32]

Dwarven Gamesmith thanks!!! I appreciate the support and kind words & I totally agree! Same principles in music, were always a student and always learning! There is never a day where we say “we’ll that’s all there is to learn, nothing else.”

[@9_Lights]

The "that's what he said" was the most casual funny interjection, amid the super-serious personality/content, I've ever heard.

[@craigulatorOne]

I've trained with firearms for 30+ years, learning never gets old.

[@brooksc900]

In my opinion the best teachers are those who keep their students focussed by making the subject come alive. You do, thanks.

[@bradbrown9722]

I’ve trained with SOF, Marines and SWAT. 10 years worth and I learn more and more every time I watch Glovers’ instructionals. This is time well spent if you’re considering this type of career

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

Mike you are probably saving lives with your videos based on safety alone. If my son grows up to be a leader like you ill be a happy man.

[@jeffgarner3903]

Thanks for this video! I know this was a while back but I was able to use it to put together an outline and teach my girls a basic pistol lesson.

[@shirleeb3708]

Thank you thank you. Older female. First owned weapon. You are clear, consise, fluid, personable, non-arrogant. Whew

[@endercharlie]

Every ex military dude and their dog makes Utube videos these days - bout this that and the other. Your channel is the only one I dig though. Just seems Hella legit and real and functional. Actually the " basic dude stuff!" Guy is pretty rad too aha. But ye man, keep up he good work!

[@letreadlitegroupe2419]

Mike is the best there is. This video needs to be required on any pistol safety/operation playlist.

[@shawnleach6686]

Great video Mike, thank God for people like you and your buddy Sean Ryan. I am also a first time gun owner and I’m learning as much as I possibly can about how to safely Own and shoot my Glock and being prepared for the worst. Keep up the great work and thank you for your service, it’s very much appreciated!

[@bigbill7070]

Mr Glover Thank you for all your service to our Country. You are the definition of a patriot. Its an honor to be able to listen to your class. Thank you for all you Do. God Bless Stay save

[@PeterKleina]

Mr Mike Glover, i would like to express my gratitude for all your knowledge and instructions given freely. Please, know that your teachings are reaching as far as Brazil. Thanks very much, for today you saved me from a catastrophic failure as I inspected a pistol at the range just as you teach and there it was... a bullet stuck into the bore, and nobody noticed it. I simply want you to know that your hard work is truly harvesting fruits in people's lives. Stay alert, stay alive!

[@dakotadj]

I liked your words on Covid19. As a 71 year old man I was admitted with Influenza A & B plus Covid. Spend 5 days in ICU in AZ. Excellent infectious control Dr who gave me HCQ and Zpac along with Gods Grace my life was saved. IT sucked ! Do what you do but don't judge what I do in regards to it seems to be the attitutde around alot.. You have to do you and should NOT be judged for it ..

[@1980tiffani]

Layman.. or lay-woman here and I super appreciate the straight forward nature under which you present your information. Also, to watch your message about covid in October and hearing at that time.. 100 lives lost, and where we are now, it’s heart warming. Hopefully, everyone is staying safe. Love from Baltimore!

[@AmbGun]

Saw it start single vs double action, noticed "basic" in title, and damn near bailed. Glad I hung in. Always good to watch someone super skilled in manual of arms...squared away a few bugs in my handling. Thanks.

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Solid technique. One thing I'd like to point out is something a student was asking me about just a few days ago, and that is during the reloading process when locking or releasing the slide, the dominant hand is used to actuate the magazine release, and the slide release as well. There is a slight rotation of the gun in the hand when doing this, and getting the gun back into the correct orientation and position is crucial to correct, *CONSISTENT* grip, aim, and follow-through. Everyone's ergonomics are going to be a bit different, but getting that bottom corner of the grip into the heel of the palm, and re-establishing YOUR correct orientation of the gun in your dominant hand, so that when your supportive hand comes back into position, your presentation will be also be completely consistent. One way to check, when building these skills is the establishing land marks, land remembering how those feel, so that one can execute the reloading procedure, (mag in, drive home, release slide) and rotate the gun back into correct alignment, as the supportive hand is moving to re-establish its place. In my case, my secondary is a USP so the magazine release is ambidextrous, and I actuate it with my middle finger. However, on a Glock, as you know, the magazine release is a little button, and for most, the rotation that must take place is pretty significant to reach with the dominant thumb. No doubt this is intentional. Likewise, the slide release requires that rotation as well. Sigs, S&W, FN, 1911 clones, etc, all have slight variations in the ergonomics, and revolvers are a whole different animal. The quick rotation back into operating position obviously becomes instinctive, but it's a VERY important movement that might not seem like much, but adds up. For myself, I reference the position of the take down pin with my index finger. There's a certain spot where when it sits correctly, I can feel the correct exertions of pressure from my middle finger of my dominant hand under the trigger guard pressing the grip into the web the right way, the butt is back in the proper place on my palm heel, it is correctly aligned with my wrist and elbow, and then the gun is ready to receive my supportive hand back in its correct position as well. While learning what this feels like, you can visually double check by tipping the muzzle slightly up to verify that your supportive thumb and dominant index finger are about the same distance forward on the frame, and your supporting index finger has taken up its place on the trigger guard. HK did something very clever to assist in this, and I've not seen it anywhere else: if you look at the bottom of the trigger guard, it flares to actually meet your supporting index finger and afford better purchase. As I said earlier, everyone's ergonomics are slightly different so landmarks will fall in different places, with slightly different landmarks, etc., but learning to recognize them by feel, and not just through visual verification is an essential tool to building a solid foundation. This is another one of those seemingly minor details that will become habit with good practice, and I emphasize *GOOD* practice, but it has to be established and repeated over and over correctly to achieve consistency, so that when it comes time to present after re/un/loading, and/or verifying, sight alignment is dead on, without need for adjustment. Mike, I know you know this stuff as instinct, and watch you do it without having to think about it, as it should be, though I hadn't heard you mention it, and I figured we are all in this together, so I'm hoping this helps anyone who hasn't already got it locked in.

[@tobystephenson7708]

This has been beyond helpful. Thank you, Mike, for taking the time to share your knowledge and skills. I appreciate this so much.

[@simpleman8644]

Mike I really appreciate these videos. I am learning so much from the information your putting out. This is invaluable to me. I just wanted to let you know that this channel has taught me more than I could have ever imagined. If you ran for president you would get my vote!

[@johnd4348]

Down to earth guy giving us a great down to earth video on gun safety. Thanks Mike. I would feel very comfortable taking a class from you.

[@PowderMill]

🇺🇸😷🔫. Mr. Glover is the sole firearms EXPERT who can keep my daughter’s attention for more than a few minutes. He has really found his calling in life... as an Educator! Thanks to the FieldCraft professionals. Rich B.

[@fks-pv8il]

Btw we hear about doctors, nurses and healthcare providers... I am a Physician Assistant luckily not in an endemic area yet. Thanks for mentioning the PA and Nurse Practitioners tend to be forgotten as healthcare providers. We all get sick. Especially those on the front lines. Thank you Mr. Glover. I hope that PA gets back to his family 100% cured.

[@preennin4185]

Is there any more you can teach us about real-world pistol handling for civilians, as far as acquiring target, range drills, grip, etc..? I've learned a lot from you already, Mike as you are the only one I can stand listening to.

[@gnovincejr2]

New gun owner and I'm definitely someone who puts Extreme importance on safety, this video has without a doubt been one of the best I've seen so far. Well done. I was always confused why with an empty magazine it always locked. Didn't realize that the empty magazine was the actually cause. Noob I know but learning.

[@michaelcampbell6011]

Brother thanks so much. It’s been awhile since 70 when our backup was the 1911. Love that weapon system still have a couple of the P14 1911 from para ordnance. Glock 17 and sig 320 had to work hard to get the memory needed to succeed. When used to constant cocked and locked I don’t always feel as safe with the newer pistols. I was down to VA in Miami and yes this COVID is real. Do I think it was released who cares probably but right now does not help infected or at risk folks. Stay chilly

[@JamieMMac]

I'm a very technical person, but a novice relative to firearms. Mike you explain everything at the level of detail that I crave. Thanks for being intentional and specific. You also seem to be level headed and clear... definitely look forward to all your content.

[@vedder10]

This is so damn good. As someone who has never held a gun and was not brought up around guns this is such valuable information. Truly appreciate the sharing of knowledge and the way in which he shares. Natural teacher.

[@bigcatmans6631]

Your videos are excellent. I'm a newer gun owner and have learned so much from your content. You are clear and concise which makes learning much better. Thank you for passing on all your knowledge and experience. I look forward to attending a training course from Field craft.

[@gnawty4662]

A big thank you Mike! I am new to firearms (ordered and waiting for arrival). I knew I wanted to take firearms very seriously. Very thankful I found your channel.

[@brucemorris7809]

Thank you Mike.... I really appreciate you slowing down and showing us your technique. I have been around guns for a long time and I do not hand my pistol to anyone. So I had never thought of that.... Thanks for the info.

[@user-sx2nq3kt3xTheresaDale]

Thank you Mike excellent information ❤

[@jambajoby32]

As someone who appreciates learning and quality of information, the level of clarity in his communication sets us up to succeed! In other words, you have to TRY to fail after listening to this guy!!

[@richiedavis6641]

It's good to see y'all are safe out there, Mike. Thanks for keeping us in mind. Stay safe, brother.

[@ericbrcls]

I am a new firearm owner. I'm glad I stumbled onto your IG since in person classes may be difficult to get out here in SF Bay Area for a while. This video is very appropriate for people like me that are new to firearms, want to start off with good basics of safety and fundamentals. Hope to attend one of your classes when in CA. Thank you for your service and commitment to keeping people safe!

[@rockspydre]

In case you ever get a chance to read the comments, I wanted to thank you @Mike Glover for this video. I had a chance to try the grip technique you discuss here, particularly the raising of the elbow(s), while shooting at the range yesterday. It was only slow fire, but my groups were better than they ever have been, IMO. Admittedly it was only 10 yards, where I was zeroing my RM04. But even at that range I could tell a difference. So again, thank you.

[@Jer-Michael]

Love the channel brother! Appreciate absolutely everything you’re doing here! Salute to you my friend

[@thomasmcozart1093]

Glad to see you got the 320x carry. Makes me feel better about my purchase of a 320x compact.

[@arod2104]

I selected the P320 xvtac for duty. Great sights on them out of the box.

[@caseyv5233]

Watching and learning with my brand new Sig Sauer m17. My first hand gun. Liked and subscribed. Thanks Mike!

[@82lowe36id]

You are an outsanding teacher, Mike. Be safe out there.

[@ianjimenez1542]

Tons of great information, just picked up my first glock 17 ... taking a nose dive at all of your vids. Salute from NJ sir.

[@Brndndutton]

Absolute Amazing Human... You're An Amazing Educator And Stick To The Point As Well As Teach With A Perfect Level Of Seriousness And Empathy To Your Audience.. Top Notch!!!!

[@jaibakansas]

Thank you for this video, it is very informative!!

[@chrisdarr3774]

It had been many months since I took my G19 out blow off some steam. I recently watched a video you did on target focused alignment shooting. I started at 15 yards cold. Dumped 15 rounds as fast as I could control them, not as fast as you lol, using your technique. I was blown away that all fell with a 6 inch group. I've always been an instinctive long gun shooter. This took my defensive pistol to a new level, just watching a couple of your videos. Stay well bud.

[@ChiloTarot]

“No offense to cross sighted people” lol. No offense taken, I guess 😒😂 Been shooting since I was a child and still learned a lot. Shared with friends who are new gun owners. Thanks for the lesson, Mike and FC Team!

[@NIKNAK1]

🤣🤣🤣 that and “that’s what she said” lol 😂 and just keeps it moving... i was like wait... what... lmao 😂

[@designated_hitter_EGA]

@@NIKNAK1 just go old fashion military humor that some people these days get all bent out of shape about. :)

[@Irish-iy8dr]

Great video as usual and perfect timing. Been trying to get my wife and daughter to learn the basics and your presentation and clear explanations are spot on. Thank you!!!

[@sargondinkha9827]

42 min of instruction with no ads. Not all heros wear capes, but they do wear 3A+.

[@OaknShield]

Really appreciate it this as a new gun owner i have a better grasp and understanding with this tool. You’re one of a kind sir much respect.

[@user-lk1xn9yi6u]

Mike, straight back to basics and then some on top of that. A lot of that I was taught as a kid from my dad, but I soaked up every second of it. You teach it so clear and straight forward . Thanks mike. Stay safe out there

[@AldoRaineoftheBasterds]

Outstanding content and a proper note about folks passing w/o saying bye to their loved ones. Agreed 100%

[@theprepperrevelator]

Thanks Mike you ROCK! I’m up in Utah and when this is over and we’re on the other side I want to come train with you and your crew! Stay safe and may God bless and keep you and yours! Rick

[@ivanb101]

Im in Vegas. Its like were sooOo close..but yet not close enough, I hope he has a class somewhere near here sometime in the near future because like you said Ill be there forsure. God bless brother and stay safe RPB7.

[@theprepperrevelator]

Ivan B hopefully we will see each other at a class in the future! God Bless and keep you and yours as well!!

[@mstott22lax]

I truly appreciate all the time and effort you put into these videos.

[@ivanb101]

thank you so much for this amazing content brother, seriously, most people would charge money for this information, I'm sure I'm not the only one who is greatly appreciative and also just being a sponge to everything you say. I look forward to more content, literally checking youtube, ig, facebook every couple hours to see if you or Shawn post anything new. You are seriously keeping me sane in this lockdown and also am able to learn..seriously thank you Mike. God bless and stay safe brother.

[@chuckv5150]

Dude! This is exactly what I was thinking while watching this. Lol. Love Shawn’s channel too.

[@MrCornpalace]

I really enjoyed your close quarters clearing video, it was really interesting I would have never thought of most of the stuff you were highlighting. Also, your gun check and the way you hand the firearm over to somebody else by showing the empty magazine reservoir is great I would have never thought of that. Thanks !

[@jimettamarna417]

Mike - Thank you so much for doing this. You're a good and great man, on so many levels. Stay safe, stay strong.

[@shanea-sr7942]

Stay alert stay alive!!! That saying has stuck with me since basic i always say it to myself and taught it to my wife and kids. The simple things will get you through!!!

[@theviron6]

Mike, you do such a great job. You personify the term "Great instructor"!

[@davekelders283]

By far one of the best youtube channels you can find about preparedness... I've been redirected here through Vigilance Elite and Mike has made me a believer in being prepared even more than i already was. Mike, keep up the great work you are doing brother!

[@Berkdogg79]

Sir you are a blessing. If you ever hold a course in Georgia, I'll definitely sign up.

[@ecaro5461]

I would def. Support him as well!

[@ABlackJellyBean]

I just emailed the company to see if they’ll ever do a course in Ga

[@ABlackJellyBean]

Update, this is the response;

[@ABlackJellyBean]

Not anytime soon. If you have a range. Email [e-mail]. Thank you.

[@tashabrooks860]

Damn. Depending on the needs I MIGHT know a place.

[@carlosmaldonado9510]

As a new owner This is a tremendous amount of information Thanks

[@christophershen2269]

Great video! I really appreciate the concise and clear instruction. No nonsense yet detailed. Keep up the great work. One suggestion to really drive home the points would be examples from your real world experiences as an operator. Thanks again.

[@MegaJugMan]

👍🏼 on those unfortunates stuck in hospital isolation/quarantine. I was quarantined 43 years ago in a hospital, with a respiratory disease that took one lung away. It’s a very lonely, frustrating and confusing experience.

[@bodymanruss518]

Damn man,...that had to suck. Hope you have been able to somewhat adapt.? What sickness took a lung from you?pnemonia?

[@onbreakallday]

Mike- you are a solid dude. Your humility and help is much appreciated! I noticed you guys are coming to Tripple C ranch to teach this fall. Are you going to be the instructor for the pistol, Carbine, and/or long range rifle class? If you are there, I am there!

[@brettwx2]

I appreciate what you're doing so much. Thank you for all of your education. Your style of teaching is non-stop engaging and easy to follow. I feel lucky to have come across your channel.

[@springfield03a36]

Mike, I really enjoy your down to earth educational videos, you seem to genuinely care about others.

[@caifan444]

Love coming back to reference this video basic firearm info so great thanks Mike

[@ralphaelt.novella2547]

I been training since I was very young....I always try to learn new things....we should all be life time students..

[@donreese4851]

Idk if you’ll read this or not but I have to tell you first off I appreciate your service to this great country and secondly I watched your interview with Vigilance Elite and man it truly motivated me to be a better man and person. I’ve recently bought my first pistol 🔫 and am excited to learn how to use it safely and properly in any and all situations. I’ve been watching all videos I can ( mostly yours) and have been practicing at home. Haven’t got to go to the range or anything yet though. I’d love to take a course but not sure if I could afford it and honestly I don’t think many of your knowledge and capabilities even exist in my area . Anyways I wanted to say thank you for posting and sharing your stories and knowledge! It’s given me a bit more drive and fortitude to be a stronger man.

[@dwalto1977]

Thank you for these videos. It’s nice to have someone knowledgeable on KZbin to teach proper firearms training. I’m going to sign up for one of your courses when one pops up in my area.

[@lesflynn4455]

Watching this video on September 2. I really appreciate what Mike said about Covid. Fuck, I'm in Australia and I'm really feeling for all of you sensible Americans who are doing their best to avoid Covid. People going to protests, partying in Florida and rioting are risking the lives of the whole population. Listen to this man, and take care folks. Mike's words in this video are as relevant today as they were when he posted it.

[@heavenisreadytofall]

Hey man, greetings from denmark. I don’t own a gun, i can’t shoot one and I’m not really considering getting one. But i like listening to you and your channels. It’s interesting content, you explain stuff very well, and you seem like a super nice person and great teacher. Well done 👌 I wish you well :) stay healthy!

[@clove-splintered-shards]

God Bless You Sir, thank you so much for EVERYTHING you do for all of us! You make my days easier to bare during this uncertain time in all of our lives. All that you do has such a huge impact, and your dedication to your channel content and to all of your subscribers is second-to-none! We’re grateful to have you in our lives Mike, stay safe and God Bless!!

[@micbaeloppenheimer7752]

Thank you for your service,and all the sacrifice you made for freedom !!!

[@herbmanning8348]

Great stuff. Mandatory viewing for new gun owners. And experienced gun owners too.

[@hoosiermeadman7960]

Hey Mike just found your channels and podcast and I really enjoy watching your informative videos and listening to the podcasts while on my way to my day job.

[@ryanhyderh]

Keep the bad ass vids coming Mike. You are a legend!

[@Okuri_Inu_Comic]

Glad I found you, I live in the state too. I went through boy scouts out here in this great state and have not kept up on my preparedness and to say this is a wake-up call is an understatement but I'm glad men and women are out there spreading the knowledge that can save lives, keep it up and stay safe!

[@louiem5985]

Now this was a great video to watch. It's to bad I didn't find you when I first bought my gun. I still learned the key elements of the gun now. Keep up the great content you have. One thing I do have to say and don't take this the wrong way or anything. Trust me you have way more years than me on owning a gun. One key thing you might have forgotten was to check the revolvers if it was loaded. I could be wrong since I don't own one if there's a certain way of checking. But for new gun owners showing then how to check those guns in case they plan to buy one down the road. Besides that great video will continue to watch you and learn.

[@rosshixon6796]

"I know where your head's at. Mine's there too." - Mike "Gorilla Paws" Glover

[@dgunearthed7859]

No offense to Gorilla Paws people lol

[@birdsoup777]

Thank you Mr. Gover, for your time and sacrifice

[@Ericktrivedipa]

Great video. Nice to polish up the fundamentals. Thank you.

[@johnpeterson6946]

new gun owner here, great video, awesome info Mike!

[@----DJ----]

I appreciate the info in this video Mike. Do you have any videos that cover how to address malfunctions or misfires?

[@TerrorSwain]

Thanks Mike for the killer content as usual. We can all have fun and joke about these new gun owners, but we absolutely should be helping them be safe and maybe create some new shooters who want to continue with education and enjoy shooting. Cheers to you brother!!

[@davefalls6703]

Thank you so very much for the videos you do like this one. The information and learning and importantly the understanding of the physics involved is truly a blessing. You are a man of character and your sharing of the extensive knowledge is priceless. I hope to talk to you on Instagram very soon. Thank you and God bless you and all of our military vets everywhere. .

[@tracfitinc]

We appreciate the initial video on COVID. It got my rear in gear to make final preparations before everything started ticking up.

[@jimbellemare7158]

Mike, recently found your channel. Amazing stuff! Thank you for your service!!

[@ewus156]

Thank you for this video... I forwarded to some friends who are buying a weapon for the first time because of the crisis we are in. I tell them that they need to train, but let's see if they do it. I wish Mike and his team would conduct training in Texas. Again, thank you for this video. I am a former military, I joined the military very late... I turned 38 at basic training. At 39 almost 40 I went to SFAS and was selected. That where my bragging ends... I had an accident and had my right and left hip replaced, so that was the end of my SF hopes. Nevertheless I love training and learning from the real deal guys.

[@badbebo4364]

Thank you for serving and continuing to educate. Great vid

[@briancunningham3283]

Great video like. It's still a great video just to refresh the basics. I have shown it to some people who are just getting into own and shooting a pistol. They love it due to it being so simple and not complicated. I hope to take some of your courses in the future if they come close to me.

[@chrisroberts809]

I first came across this dude on Shawn Ryan's channel and their apocalypse challenge. @Mike Glover, if you do a course in TN I'm definitely there, with a couple bags of gummy bears for sure.

[@garryhasty6594]

Another well thought out and well executed video. THANK YOU Mike!

[@patrickcarter4071]

Thank you for your military service and your informative videos God bless and stay safe brother.

[@DF4Trap]

I appreciate your message, and especially your compassion. From my perspective self-sustainment just puts in a better position to help others, when and if we can.

[@manipal90]

He made right call about how serious covid is. Watching in July and he was on bang on in his assessment.

[@stevewinwood3674]

Great video. My only complaint is the explanation of double action and single action. Could have been a bit clearer. Double action: trigger pull does two actions. Cocks and fires. Single: fires only.

[@MusicLuv80]

Wow, this was the best video on basic guns. I just got my gun and this helped a lot. Thanks

[@Gankajank]

One of my favorite people on youtube brother this was awesome thank you!

[@IDWIE]

Looking forward to your review of the P365XL! I'm wanting a new EDC/plain clothes duty gun and I'm torn between a P365XL, G48 or M&P 2.0 compact. I'm going to just need to get to a range and test fire all of them to make my decision. As of now, I'm leaning towards the P365XL.

[@tomfarr1205]

The fundamentals are always important and always necessary to learn and re learn.

[@coppertom1967]

New subscriber who thought I knew most everything about guns. Been shooting for over 40 years. Instructed for 5 of those years. And now realize i don't know dick. Great video. Great channel. Thank you for your videos. Thank you for your service. Fellow Zonie.