People say that my 1998 chevy cavalier is tan. But its actually flat dark earth.

Asking a gun instructor if you need to take a class is like asking a car salesman if you need a new car.

Bumper Stickers are a big no no. "Hey everybody! I have some firearms! Follow me home, then wait until there's no cars in the driveway later and break in!"

23 year veteran, retired, been to all the "hot spots" in the last 20 years as both a soldier and a civilian, no tats, no patches, no military gear unless I'm down range, my go to gun at home is a 20 year old Bushmaster and a G-19. I don't play that game.

When I see a Yeti cooler sticker on the back window of a truck I laugh. It's a cooler......

I'm so tactical... I have a full body tattoo of James Yeager on me. So top that!!!

"Tattoos are a permanent reminder of a temporary feeling." - 9th Grade Woodshop Teacher Mr. Fennwick

So no camo face paint at he range?

Actual definition "Tactical": relating to, or constituting actions carefully planned to gain a specific military end... Urban dictionary: looking/behaving like an operator. (beards, ball caps, patches, gloves, glocks, shells, tight t-shirts, 5.11 pants, hiking boots, back up back up weapons.

Thanks for all the comments everyone, but this one is now archived! We'll see you in the newer vids. :) Doodle

*Kip Dynamite's voice. Yeah, I just bought a pair of 5.11 pants. So I guess you could say things are pretty serious.

Myth 1: YOU HAVE TO ATTEND A TACTICAL SHOOTING COURSE - you can teach yourself tactical shooting with out a course Myth 2: GEAR MUST BE FALLUJAH READY - tactical community determines what gear is cool Myth 3: THE ONLY WAY TO SHOOT A GUN IS THIS WAY - there is always more than 1 way Myth 4: A STOCK GUN ISN'T GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOU - Glock 19 is still great Myth 5: TATTOOS MAKE YOU MORE TACTICAL - tattoos are prevalent in advertising Myth 6: YOU CONSTANTLY NEED TO UPGRADE YOUR WEAPONRY - if it's good now it should be good in 5 years Myth 7: YOU MUST ADVERTISE YOUR BAD-ASSED-NESS - patches and gear in public Myth 8: CAMO MAKES YOU A BADASS - production looks better with camo Myth 9: YOU CAN BE AN EXPERT THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY - just watching isn't enough Myth 10: IF YOU ARE NOT CREDENTIALED YOU ARE NOT WORTHWHILE - without combat experience your not qualified

Will a $3000 scope help you shoot better and be Tier 1 Badass? How about wearing multicam, shooting all hunched over, having tats, constantly upgrading your weaponry, trusting in virtual reality, or running a $2000 custom Glock 19? What does it mean to be "tactical" NOW? The definition probably has changed judging from the often ridiculous and repetitive magazine covers...it seems like a pretty exclusive club. Time to have some fun with the "tactical elitist" minset with some of that same criticism aimed at myself! -nutnfancy

Good points here. I once showed up for a tactical carbine class with a stock milspec Sig M400 with iron sights and a peep on the carry handle. Guys laughed in my face when the saw it until they saw me out shoot their fussy, tarted up ARs. I wasn't the best shot, I wasn't the worst but I did out shoot a lot of red dots simply knowing my equipment and by putting shots on target. So I agree with Nutin about not being a tactical snob. Gear doen't make you a great shooter- lots of dedicated practice and knowing your equipment does.

When will you people realize that being tactical is a way of life?? You think I wake up everyday saying to myself "I am going to try and look tactical today"? NO! I wake up tactical, I sleep tactical, I eat tactical, I breathe tactical. I radiate an aura of tactical everywhere I go. All the chicks want to bang me because of how tactically-manly I look. I make all the dudes gay and want to blow me(out of respect) because of how operator I am. I shop exclusively at 5.11 and Oakley. In the kitchen I have MOLLE on my apron so I can tactically prepare all of my tactical meals. This feeds my muscles the tactical nutrients needed to do operator things like C-Clamp and Isosceles. At the office I tactically reload the staplers because if I do not then it will not function properly and without my stapler I am useless, without me my stapler is useless. You have offended the Haley-Costa-Zero-Funker gods! A tactical pox on thee!

I rather be the gray man.

I thought tactical meant fingerless gloves, way overstuffed LBE, at least one sleeve of tats, a walkie talkie (even if you're the only person), a whole new set of vocabulary, and using swear words (particularly variations of the f-word) at least twice per sentence, and pretending that 4 years serving in the Army as a diesel mechanic and serving nearly half of a 6 month tour in Iraq before being sent back on a medical constitutes being a combat vet...

Wearing camo is one of those things I've always done, not because I want to be "tactical," but because I'm a metal head. A black band shirt and camo shorts has always been the uniform for fans of metal. Another shooting buddy of mine said I try to look tactical, and I just laughed. There's nothing tactical about some skateboarding shoes, camo shorts, and a Behemoth tee, even if there's a Spyderco in my pocket and a G19 tucked in my waistband.

Thank you. Most people have no conception of what civilian self-defense entails and that it will entangle you in the legal system. The tacticool stuff an officer carries, the training seminars he attends, or the things he puts up on a Facebook page can go hard with a jury, and even more so with a civilian defending their life.

I'm not tactical, just tacky.

You have to love the guys with FDE everything yet they live nowhere near a desert.

commercial Tactical = image and ego maniac; bully-like and usually angry, on-edge, and prone to violence. The evolution of the 80's, 90's macho jock alpha-as****e who wears shades and is always armed and dangerous. Real tactical = gray man - invisable and unassuming, and easily dismissed as non-threatening or dangerous. Still armed and still capable but low-key and forgettable. great video man!!!

Am I the only one that progressively put on more and more Crye gear as the video went on?

Nutn. Thank you so much for your time and information sir. Finally somebody who I can relate to and is "me". Somebody who merged Camping, Backpacking, Shooting ("tactical") and Guns, Motorcycles and Flying. All the things I am and do as well as a family man and outdoorsman. Thank you VERY much sir, truly!

Walk softy and carry a big stick. Don't be tacticool.

Also...could we get a TNP Tier 5 Operator patch? :P

Same kind of people who buy into the Harley Davidson fake biker outlaw look. Sorry, grandpa, but a flaming skull t-shirt doesn't make me think you ride with Sonny Barger and the Hells Angels.

People who rock the 'tactacool' look make me laugh, those are the same guys who would fail a gear-check. They say to the world they're stone cold killers, but their carry gun is at home, they have no knife in their pocket, and only their ego to defend themselves.

The humility and common sense displayed in this video is commendable. You're watching a man whose grown over the years and hasn't been consumed with all the mindless dogma and cult of personality which sometimes plagues the community. Keep it up. You're soaring now dude.

I do get annoyed with the "go broke" mentality in the tactical crowd, your reviews do take budget into account (like ammo costs and advocating common calibers), a lot of the reviews on KZfaq are fun gun related entertainment but yeesh, some guys I've met make it seem *normal* to spend 3k for an AR, 2K for a pistol, 5k for a precision rifle, 2k for a scope, then get yourself an SBR (and 10 billet lowers just in case), steel mags, a stockpile of ammunition, body armor, night vision or thermal scope, LBE etc. IF you like expensive stuff that is ok and if you can afford it, that is totally cool but it is a bit odd for people who aren't the Punisher.

I was soo bored, caught up on all my TNP vids, and then this pops up! And it's feature length! :) THANK YOU!

honestly nutn, your videos have inspired me to train and be proficient with my gear. your sheepdog concept has reinforced my views on what a person should be like. I am glad i came across your channel years ago because i can honestly say that the training saved my life.

"you can't do that, you were in the air force" I hear that a lot in the active army... one day I pointed out a picture on the wall in the dfac of a shooter in multicam ripping a belt through an m249... everyone assumed it was some kind of Army special forces guy, but when you look at the rank on his sleeve, it's an Air Force staff sergeant. AF security forces have to be proficient with small arms, period, even if they aren't front line combat troops... This doesn't even begin to touch personnel such as para rescue and other high level war fighters who happen to be Air Force. all branches of service have talented individuals with high levels of martial skill... and these people all came from the civilian population at some point.

Everyone of these myths described James Yeager to a T lol

Nutn, I love your honesty. Some times it cracks me up, some times it hits home, some times I flat out disagree, but its always entertaining.

I've been a gun nerd since 2009 and your videos are the main reason I got into carrying everyday. As well as buying a rifle to "run and gun" with my friends. This video is spot on with the tactical trends and groups. for a guy like me the rifles, and tactical training classes are like Cosplay with guns. The percentage of me using these things is probably less than 3% but I try and pick up tactics and skills along the way.

Awesome! Late night upload.... Time to go grab a bowl of Wheaties... lol

AHHHH MAN!! does this mean i can't wear my Star Gate SG1 patches when i eat at Applebee's anymore?

OMG! I've personally experienced everything you covered on that video! Right on! You're telling it as is! I was the only one on forums warning people to stay away from the AR piston conversions because the AR was never designed to deal with the changes in forces that destroys the upper, trashes the buffer tube, and prematurely brake bolts!

Nutnfancy, you are a solid individual. Thank you for keeping it real at all times. You are one of the best gear guys out here in youtube land and I appreciate everything you do. I like that you can be serious when you need to be but have fun when you dont need to be serious. Awesome video, keep up the great work!

My 5.11 flip flops are what the navy seals wear.

When I leave for the day to work, I never know if I should take my tactical purse or my zombie purse.

Food for thought. As an old backcountry SAR team member and a civilian firearms enthusiast in Idaho, I hear where your coming from. Old habits and attitudes die hard. I still wear BDU's and have a multipule Go bags set up for the seasons. I save my camos for when I am trying to become one with the bush. What ever your doing ,it's like you say,"practice, practice, practice". Thumbs up to your channel.

great comment on the tactical tattoos!!!!!! im a navy vet and 25 yr tattoo artist......just let me know if ya ever need any TACTICAL TATTOOS to make you a better shooter!!!! great video....i like how real you are and also that you are NOT an elitist.....i watched your video on medium power scopes...you are always informative and up to date,,,,,and you present ALL options from the budget minded to the ultra expensive with a great opinion of what works for you and why......keep up the great work!!!

Usually the best guys to serve with joke, smoke, watch Dragonball Z and quote 80s movies.

I'm a civilian that's going to (hopefully) be going into the police force next year and I refuse to wear anything that's extremely tactical or do mod my weapons to be extremely tactical. The most I'll do is wear Grunt Style shirts like the 7.62 one or the 'ForeFather' shirts just because I like the look of them and cause they're comfortable. I never wear anything related to a branch or directly to the military because I feel like it's disrespectful to them since I'm just a citizen.

Man, I can't tell you how much I've enjoyed your posts over the years. It's so nice to know that there are like minded bros out there. from one Tanker dude to another, Salute!

I really enjoyed this video. You hit the nail on the head so many times, I found myself nodding my head at every turn. Great job! I'll add #11, which is unique to the KZfaq era. That involves guys who make a video "reviewing" a gun or piece of equipment when it is clear from their content that they have not even taken the time to understand how the firearm or item is supposed to work. Closely related is when these same guys think a gun is the greatest thing since sliced bread and tout it as the only choice, but when you did a bit you find out they have not really experienced other firearms and have no basis for comparison. Sorry, just my little rant. That aside, thumbs up for a really good video, Sir.

Im tactically fat ..... Its a way of life hahahahaha

The real guys, the "badasses", rarely talk about their experiences and never brag about their experiences.

I've been a subscriber since 2010 when I went to bass pro shopping for a knife. I saw the sog flash and went looking for a review then found nutnfancy's video. I've been a fan ever since. I love your philosophy's bro, your approach to shooting, and priorities in life. Keep on rocking.

I love videos you post like this, looking forward to many more. love the content you provide keep up the good work!

I never got any tats because I never wanted any identifying marks. Just in case. . . . . .

You forgot the most important myth. The more attachment points your sling has, the more operatory you become.

Another great video! And a pleasure to have been following the channel since 2010 or so and seeing it go through so many evolutions and yet staying so true to its nuanced core. Awesome! PS: looking forward to more (winter hiking/camping videos :D

THANK YOU!!!!!!!! I have always felt this way and was starting to think I was the only one. I can remember my dad always saying it's not the guy up in your face claiming how bad he is that he worried about, it was the quiet little guy in the corner that scared him. I have always agreed with that and that thought process has carried over into what I think of the "tactical" world. Having said that I do love my camo, everything like you wear in your videos all the way to realtree and mossy oak, and I do wear all of it but not constantly.

I bought a piston AR15 (SR556) and I honestly don't regret it one bit. I will be the first person to admit that its heavy, but I love the thing. I also don't have anything against DI AR's :) I'll have one some day. I think it's funny how people hate on piston AR's. If anything, with piston AR's being on the market, it should just be another reason for you to buy another type of gun. But i suppose there are too many people stuck in the elitist mindset of everything they have is the best, and anything different is inferior.... sad.

Got to be a grey man. All that tac bs makes you stand out.

I laughed out loud when it came to the tatts! Right on Nutn. Plus you've also re-defined the new cool cap brim look. Thanks for keeping all of your vids, informative, thought provoking, real, and last but not least, fun.

nutn, you are awesome. love your channel and your insight. 10 years and stronger than ever! I just built a sweet ar15 with your tutelage. I'll do a little video on it.

Ill have 10,000 thru my AR in 2021 if my 100 rounds a month stays steady.

Was gonna sleep Nutn, I blame you partially for my insomnia.

"Coming from an Chair Force POG..." LOL, hit the nail on the head Nutn. I actually make extra effort to stay inconspicuous. My range bag is a generic duffle and my ammo is in a tool bag. Thanks for your service, both military and TNP. Ever in the northern Nevada area?

I bought a 3 gun rifle bag you reviewed and I really like it. thanks for the product summaries.

Semper Fi, 26 years as a grunt in the Marine Corps taught me to have favorite systems, gear and habits. (Some good habits and a few of not so good habits) I love your channel. I can't stress size and weight, reliability, and simplicity enough. Continue to march, and always be having Fun!

1913 rails fucking every where

I am a person who is only able to goto the range to train due to current cancer situation but I try to learn as much as can from you and many others :) you have mostly unbiased opinions and smart topics that you go over well.

Props for clearly voicing my belief of "tactical". It is nice to see there is someone out there with my same mindset. The only reason I would take a class is to add to what I know or learn how to do what I already do, possibly, better.

Yes it still exist. The unassuming skinny in the navy seals. I have a colt 6920 with holosun red dot. Just a basic rifle I can shoot 200yds standing. People ask me what gun I have. I tell them what I have. They'll usually say ohh that must by why be shooting so good because he has a Colt rifle. No it's because I've practiced and it got easier for me overtime.

I never want to be seen as tactical person. I not want to make impression as I am a treat. When the time comes we will see what's happens!

Awesome video, as always, nutn. Keep up the great work. I really appreciate your channel!

Although I don't agree with everyting said, I rally appreciate this kind of honesty and "reallness" that makes your channel so special. Many of your points are spot on.

tac·ti·cal\ˈtak-ti-kəl\ adjective : of, relating to, or used for a specific plan that is created to achieve a particular goal in war, politics, etc.

Tactical is functional and practical, not like these gear q*eers these days.

GREAT video! I know several guys who are almost 100% "tactical" as you point out in this video and they are STINKO when it comes to performance. I smiled and laughed through most of the 45 minutes here as you are RIGHT ON! The person who is SERIOUS is usually incognito. The most effective at performance is a person that is just a crowd blend-in. I am glad you thus - long over due.

My wife and I attended a CCW course a few years ago. We weren't novices and already had our CCW for a couple of years, but had to re-apply when we moved to a different jurisdiction. When we got to the practical we had a chief instructor and a series of range officers that we rotated through to fire each exercise. Every one of them challenged me on my grip (same way you hold it with support index finger on front of trigger guard).They were running a CCW class ie mostly novices, yet they expected every one to be using the thumbs forward 1911 competition grip - which they had not instructed and trained the class on. I was running my Glock 27 carry gun. After I got thru explaining that it was not helpful or safe to expect me to totally change my grip on the pistol, I shot the exercise just fine - but I had to go thru that verbal negotiation five times to do the practical. Most European designed pistols feature a squared off front to the trigger guard, and usually some texturing on that, too. Stands to reason that it was intended for use. I have large hands and get an good solid grip this way. It also transfers to using a revolver with no need to change. Also works fine shooting one handed, and even a 1911. Yrs, Chris F.

irony. this is the gun channel that wears the most tacticool gear on youtube

If someone wants to be tactical and wear this and that and buy this over that. So what? Do what you want, screw the opinion of others. I laugh at the people that make fun of others as if they're superior.

Instant classic! One of my new favorite vids. Thanks Nutn!

Great video. I play in a few different worlds - guns, motorcycles, hiking, camping, cooking, and beer brewing. Some of the attitudes you address are common in all of them. I call them gear snobs, and they seem to be prevalent in all of my hobbies. I've fallen victim to it myself, usually soon after entering a hobby. I think a lot of it is down to the desire to 'keep up with the Joneses', something made worse by the internet where we can present an idealized/perfected picture of ourselves. It seems like the folks who stick with a hobby for a long time grow out of it, although there will always be jerks.

James Yeager hates this video!

You can be Tacticool without a Beard

my mindset has always been "function over form", or another good way to approach things "what does it do, how well does it do it"

I really enjoyed the video nutn, it's fun to laugh at yourself sometimes and be honest, you have to. I think this needed to be said and a lot of youtubers are afraid to go against the tactical grain, its not all about the latest and greatest, it's about what works for you and your lifestyle.

24 dislikes have barbwire tattoos.

Giving clues about your 'skill' is tactical 'mistake' :)

My favorite thing is waking up to a feature length Nutnfancy video. Awesome lol

LMAO at going through that training course with the Mini14 as a slap in the face to those laughing at you because they thought it couldn't be done. Nice work. That's worth a champagne toast all by itself!

its true about the joking around and humor, as a first responder I even make jokes during medicals and stuff, you have to keep it light, detach yourself from the situation, and take it all with a level head. Edit: Tier Juan

How do you like the athletic shooter like colion noir

10:39 "and its really easy to know if its working for you because you're hitting what you are shooting at" TNP Keep em coming. You do great work.

Love this mans videos. Everyone I watch has something in it that makes me have a "Eye opening moment." Love it, love it, love it.

I used to shoot 2 or 3 times a month the last 2 years I think I've gone 3 times

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 lol

On #4: I played goalie in an ice hockey league for years. I bought some entry-level gear to start with, then bought the stuff the pros use. I still sucked, but at least I knew the gear wasn't the problem. Some people need to have the best stuff to realize they are troubleshooting their competency.

I like how you state they say "in the tactical community "this is the way to shoot" I personally don't care how you shoot as long as you hit the target. I love it how you put them on blast

@nutnfancy Where does the Organized Militia fall in this you think?

How come cops waited for 3 hours to enter the Pulse night club ? People were being slaughtered in there.

Dude. So funny that this dynamic has played out in almost every hobby I've ever undertaken. Skateboarding: oh, you can't put your foot over the back trucks when you push. Fly fishing: that's not the right rod for the right situation. Etc. Are you having fun? Are you accomplishing your goals? So funny how some don't realize how much they're being scammed in gear-driven hobbies. Dead on as always, Nutn!

Great video, I loved it. Its awful easy to get caught up in the "tactical" movement because its everywhere from the magazines we read to videos on KZfaq to internet forum posts.