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Tactical Dad
by Matthew Cooke, Charter Tactical
The world we live in is is becoming increasingly dangerous and being a 33 year old husband of a beautiful wife and father of 2 incredible children, it has never been more important for me to be equipped and prepared to protect my family. I'm a newbie in the world of guns, knives and survival but I am excited and actively learning my new protective survival skills and documenting my marksmanship along the way.
Episodes
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Save someone's life from bleeding out with our first aid kit trauma kit.
Being a dad has made me paranoid! Seriously I find myself daydreaming about such random bad things that could happen to me, my wife or my kids and I have no idea why! Anyway, it gave me enough drive to create a first aid kit and a first aid trauma kit to put my mind at a little more ease knowing…
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Tactical Knife.
My knife collection has started haha and I thought 2-3 years ago that this wasn't going to happen... but it has. And I love it. I am still learning so much about knives that I may have missed all sorts of important pieces here but I would love for any expert of knife enthusiast to comment, email…
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The Tactical Backpack Buyer's Guide: What to Look for When Shopping.
Another question answered for you all here, and this one has tens of thousands of people asking! I did my best to answer for you. A tactical backpack is not just for tactical use but comes in to play more often in regular life than you might think. Check out our tactical gear here or see some…
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From Combat to Camping: Tactical Gear for Every Adventure.
A question that I came across, which is asked surprisingly thousands of times each and every day. So i thought I would answer it for y'all. What is tactical gear? Pretty good question if you ask me haha For tactical gear, or cool tactical content check us out here: https://linktr.ee/chartertactical
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Unpacking the Military Gear Arsenal: A Deeper Look into Tactical Gear and Ammunition Loadouts.
A recentl became friends through golf, with a guy who served in the miltary and was in a specialised hiugh mechanised unit. These units were typically called in to blow things up and flatten areas for infantry men. Anthony was the communications guy but still had to be geared up with an m4, side...
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9mm vs .40 S&W: Breaking Down the Differences 101.
I'm diving way more into ammunition than I ever thought I would and became very interested in popular handgun cartridges. Here I share just some of the differences between the 9mm and the .40 S&W, which to be honest isn't a whole lot. I would love for you to check out some of my other stuff! Link...
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Get to Know Your Ammo: A Basic Guide to 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP
So Ill stick to my 9mm ammo for stock piling and ill go have some fun with the .45ACP haha 9mm: The 9mm is a popular cartridge for handguns due to its low recoil and high magazine capacity. It is an excellent choice for target shooting and self-defense, and is widely available and affordable. .40...
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Tactical Gear 101: A Beginner's Guide for Civilians
I LOVE having tactical gear everywhere for my everyday lifestyle now! So before I was into tactical gear I would always need something like a better backpack, more compartments, multitool, knife or first aid things at some point throughout most days. Whether one of those items or not I always...
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Getting started with the Smith & Wesson 9mm EZ M&P Shield A beginner's review of this top-rated firearm
I remember my first gun, and exactly why i purchased it. I share my experience and my reasons for going with the Smith and Wesson EZ M&P Shield 9mm having now moved onto bigger and more robust firearms. Perfect for folks looking to go purchase a new gun or their first gun, Check out my Linktree…
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Expert tips for controlling your gun & the arc of movement with your gun With OSS Tactical
An aspect of shooting that many (including me prior to this) don't even consider is the movement we will have naturally as we hold a pistol and pull the trigger. We are not robots, or machines, we are human beings with a pulse so it is natural for us to have a slight movement that translates into…
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Get Locked and Loaded: Learn Basic Pistol Skills with Our Comprehensive Training Class.
Tim Owens of OSS Tactical and I created an online course for beginner shooters, novice shooters and new gun owners (and honestly folks who don't even own a gun or want to ever own a gun). In this podcast we share some of what's in the course - no sales gimmicks! Simply sharing part of a section…
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The Best Defense is Good Gear: How to Choose Quality Tactical Gun Accessories.
If your life or someone else's life is in the equation then don't back out of buying quality gear. And that doesn't mean the most expensive, that means the best quality that holds up. Name brands are a good start, if you consider a new brand make sure they are transparent and actively sharing…
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Drawing Your Firearm: Mastering the Mechanics for Safe and Effective Use.
If you are in a gun fight one of the key things to do is to draw your weapon as quickly and efficiently as possible. This is so you are able to get the muzzle pointing to the target if you need to engage. If you are considering any tactical gear then we would appreciate you considering us, see…
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The Secret to Becoming a Better Shooter: Dry-Fire Drills
Tim told me this on day one! Dry fire dry fire dry fire and never stop. I must say it has made me so much more comfortable and confident handling my firearm. If you are in need of some tactical gear then consider our small family owned tactical gear business here: 2ND AMEN Tactical Gear
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The Mindset of a Marksman: Cultivating the Right Mindset for Improved Gun Shooting.
Having a background in the mental performance world I really get this aspect of learning to shoot. Adding a layer of mental difficulty in practice is necessary in order to preparer for a real world potential threat. Need tactical gear, consider us for your next purchase and support a small family...
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The best gun belt brands are manufacturing in China. The Complete Guide to Choosing a Gun Belt for Concealed Carry and Everyday Use.
It pains me to say this but some of the biggest and best gun belt brands are manufacturing in China, and the quality is undoubtably of a super high standard. Now I get it, made in America is a great marketing strategy and a great strategy overall but it doesn't always mean the quality is high. In...
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The BEST Self Defense Ammo: Choosing Self-Defense Ammo. A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide.
For all you new shooters or novice shooters it is super important that you have 2 types of ammunition! Especially if you primarily have purchased a gun and are seeking instruction for self defense and home defense. You need a hollow point as well as a round nose ammunition. This podcast I share...
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Ammunition Demystified: Breaking Down the Jargon and Confusion for Novice Shooters.
When I was first buying ammunition I got really lost in the whole type, caliber, and terminology so no doubt new gun owners are doing the same. I put together a whole bunch of my note to summarize the most common and help clarify basic ammunition for a new gun owner and a novice shooter. This is...
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From .22 to 12 Gauge: The Top Ammunition Types Every Gun Owner Should Know.
After quite some time I am now becoming more versed in ammunition, and its really only because I am shopping for myself and preparing myself for competition shooting and home defense. I have so much more to learn but for new gun owners and beginners these 5 types of ammo are probably going to be...
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Inside the Barrel: Exploring the Basics of Gun Bore and Rifling.
As I have said in the past, it is important to know the parts of your guns or at least the major parts. I still don't know all the small pieces that make up a rifle, but I do know the basics. The barrel, the bore are something to understand as it can be a serious issue if you try to use the wrong...
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The .223 Wylde Chamber: Balancing Accuracy and Versatility.
There is almost a best of both worlds when it comes to shooting .223 or 5.56 ammo, its just not as widely known or used. Welcome .223 Wylde Chambers, which are a .223 chamber which exceeds the standard pressure amount a .223 can handle all the way up to the 5.56 pressure. This makes shooting a…
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Constitutional Carry: What It Means for Gun Owners and the Debate Over Second Amendment Rights.
As a gun owner I believe I am responsible, and I believe everyone who owns a gun should be. I am taking it upon myself to learn as much of the gun laws as possible in my state and will no doubt learn a few other states too. This is not legal advice, nor am I providing legal advice in any way. I…
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Ammunition Breakdown: Exploring the Technical Differences between .223 Rem and 5.56 NATO.
A lot f talk around these rifle ammunition differences! I love it and am learning so much. I dug deeper to find out what specific differences there are, what matters and how to keep safe with ammunition. You folks asked about specific differences in rifle ammunition, I am here to provide it to…
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The Surprising Truth About 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington Ammo Differences, plus Why I Choose Remington 77grain HPBT for Home Defense.
After speakign with some ammunition experts I found out that there is actually a difference between a .223 rem and a 5.56 nato. Despite what the comments section of our social media posts say, there is a difference. I now have a preference on a home defense type of ammunition, and I think its a...
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From Special Ops to Civilians: How I Transformed My Combat Loadout.
I used to have approx. 90 to 150 rounds of .223 or 5.56 ammunition in my standard everyday load out. This was for range practice or for just incase sh*t went down. After speaking further with my firearms instructor Tim Owens of OSS Tactical I have now changed completely. In this podcast I also...
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Firearms 101: A Beginner's Guide to Selecting the Right Gun.
If you listened to the podcast me and my firearms instructor did a few episodes ago you can probably skip this one. I am regurgitating that he said for video so people who just watch on our YouTube channel get the information too. What to consider when buying a new gun: Your physical limitations...
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From Combat to Survival: A Soldier's Account of Standard Equipment in the Field
My instructor has a wealth of knowledge having been a green beret, a military trainer, in the special forces and a trained sniper just to name a few, so I had him on the podcast again to talk a little about his military background. We also touched on the subject of what was standard as a load to...
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Armed and Dangerous: How to Pick the Right Gun for Your Safety and Protection
We have all been there when it comes to guns, and that is what is the first gun should I buy and what should I consider when buying? Well, I spoke to my expert forearms instructor Tim Owens from OOS Tactical and we had a great conversation highlighting 2-3 specific tips to help you buy the right...
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Maximizing Your Readiness: The Right Amount of Rifle Ammunition for Your Loadout.
Well I never thought so many people would be too concerned about how many rounds of ammunition you or I carry to the gun range for practice over lunch haha. Despite some of the hateful comments I enjoy the interactions and most peoples concern, help and advice. It made me seek further expert…
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Castle Doctrine in Georgia: Understanding Your Right to Self-Defense.
Being a Georgia resident, and owning guns I place a large emphasis on protecting my family and home. With that being said it is super important to understand and know the laws that surround the use of guns and protection. I chat briefly here as a series of videos that will cover in depth the…
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Hit The Bullseye: The Best Shooting Targets to Improve Your Skills.
I was at the range doing some practice before me and my wife had lunch the other day, and I forgot my own targets so I had to buy targets from the store. They cost me $1 each!! I was shocked because I buy in bulk and they cost me approx. 7-11 cents. You can imagine how shocked I was handing over…
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Unpacking the Differences: 5.56 vs .223 Rifle Ammunition.
It was super interesting to me to learn that more people are buying rifles, especially the AR15 platform thus leading to more rifle ammunition sales. This brings in some confusion for new folks as there are 2 very common types of rifle ammunition. These two are the 5.56x45mm and .223 Remington.…
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Armed and Accessorized: My Favorite Pistol Range Bags for Maximum Functionality.
As a new shooter, new gun owner or just someone who is looking to improve their abilities as a shooter. There is only so much dryfire you can do before you need the context of the environment and the tools to change. This change is real bullets coming out of a real gun going bang! Recoil and...
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The Perfect EDC Gun Belt: Designed for Tactical Shooting and Everyday Use.
I have been in the gun belt nylon industry for a few years now and I have had a blast learning all about them. This sort of qualifies me to speak my own truth and give my opinion on nylon gun belts as a whole and share with you my brand - 2ND AMEN's 2 EDC Gun Belts. We have a more dress style gun...
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Take Your Rifle Shooting to the Next Level with Mantis Blackbeard.
There was 1 single important result I got from using my Mantis Blackbeard and that was becoming more confident and competent with an AR15 in my hands. As a new gun owner I remember just holding a gun was intimidating so this training tool if anything gave me great confidence holding, and...
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AR-15: An Ideal Home Defense Weapon.
In our last podcast Tim at OSS Tactical mentioned how an AR15 was a great platform for home defense and so I wanted to share my take on that and also go a little into why it is a great choice for home defense. There are many other reasons why but I am sticking to only the reasons I know…
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Master Shooter Tim Owens Reveals the Four Fundamental Rules of Gun Safety
In this episode I talk with my firearms instructor and Expert Shooter Tim Owens who is the owner of OSS Tactical. Tim has a decades worth of knowledge having served in the military and taught as an instructor to many police departments in the US. To this day Tim gets on me about gun safety as you...
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Unlock Your Shooting Potential: Become an Expert Shooter with Speed and Accuracy
If I know anything it is how to get good at movement skills, and guess what? Pulling the trigger and handling a gun is movement. So, I can help you get good. Really good! I said I would link that other podcast that goes hand in hand with this one, so here it is:...
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Home Defense with an AR-15: What You Need to Consider.
I honestly think that I would chose my AR15 when it comes to home defense. If it was the middle of the night and my wife and I activated our threat plan I am almost 100% confident I would be pulling my AR15 our of the gun safe to use. Here are a some elements to consider if you would make the…
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Home Security 101: The Basics of Keeping Your Home Safe.
So if you are like me you own a gun for home defense and protecting your family. Although I also have ambitions to shoot competitively the main reason I started this whole deal was to protect my family from a threat. So here are some basics I have learned. Home defense involves protecting…
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The AR-15 101: A Beginner's Guide to the Most Common Parts.
Once again I found myself in a conversation with a group of guys talking about rifles and there were way too many words of gun parts I did not know so I had to become much more familiar and knowledgeable with at least the most basic parts. Here they are: Barrel Handguard Bolt Carrier Group Lower...
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The Different Parts of a Gun: A Breakdown for the Novice Shooter.
I found it super helpful for industry conversations and to accelerate my understanding by learning the most common parts of a handgun/ pistol and I think every new gun owner should do the same. An Overview of the Key Components of a Firearm" is a comprehensive guide to understanding the basic…
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Step-by-Step Instructions for how I Load and Fire my Pistol.
Let me clear: I am not a professional shooter, nor am licensed to give professional advise and instruction. This information is my opinion alone. Now up to hundreds of hours in dryfire practice and god knows how many hours in live-fire practice, I have loaded a magazine, my pistol and shot it a…
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Avoiding Common Mistakes: A Beginner's Guide to Shooting a Pistol.
Let me be clear: I am no expert, I am not a professional shooter and this is not professional education, this information is my opinion only. Shooting a pistol: Clearly I had mistakes, and probably still do as I'm no expert pistol shooter. However, my instructor found some problems with my stance...
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Become a Sharpshooter: Simple Strategies to Improve Your Shooting Skills.
Going deeper on Challenge Point Theory for shooting skills. Chellenge point is a phenominal concept that can really hel[p guide your shooting practice or lessons if you are an instructor. Shop 2ND AMEN Tactical Gear here for quality tactical everyday products at the best prices. Practicing for...
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Master Your Shooting: Expert Strategies to Take Your Shooting to the Next Level.
I am no expert when it comes to the technical aspect of shooting guns, but I am an expert at how to learn movement i.e. motor learning. Shop 2nd Amen Tactical Gear here for the best deals. Shooting practice is an essential element of any shooter's skill set. It involves honing the fundamentals of...
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The Ultimate EDC Gun Belt for Women: Style, Safety and Comfort.
Just like many other markets and industries the men have a dominant role in terms of economics as they make up a bigger size than the ladies, especially in the guns and tactical world. However, in most recent years there are more and more ladies getting into concealed carry or just learning to...
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The Pros and Cons of Soft and Hard Rifle Bags: Which is Right for You?
Rifle bags are a product that I have thought are cool from day 1. In fact it was the first product I wanted my company to invest in. I thought with the right modifications and adjustments a soft case rifle bag can be the best bag for heading out to the range, to competitions or to even hunt, plus…
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Law Enforcement's Best Friend: The Ratchet EDC Gun Belt.
After speaking with a police officer I learned what he was looking for in a gun belt and our 2nd Amen EDC Gun Belt checked all the boxes! So much so that he took one to test before he buys the whole department one. Get your EDC Gun Belt, Ratchet style gun belt here: Smooth EDC Gun Belt design -...
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The Ins and Outs of Gun Shows: What Attendees Can Expect.
Before my first gun show I was nervous and a little intimidated. Turns out its the safest and friendliest place ever IMO. Shop quality tactical gear and be prepared here. At a gun show, you can expect to see a wide variety of firearms and related merchandise for sale, including rifles, shotguns,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The world we live in is is becoming increasingly dangerous and being a 33 year old husband of a beautiful wife and father of 2 incredible children, it has never been more important for me to be equipped and prepared to protect my family. I'm a newbie in the world of guns, knives and survival but I am excited and actively learning my new protective survival skills and documenting my marksmanship along the way.
HOSTED BY
Matthew Cooke, Charter Tactical
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