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We Like Shooting Episode 618
This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Midwest Industries, Gideon Optics, Die Free Co., Bowers Group, Mitchell Defense, and Matador Arms
Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 618! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show!
GOALS
August 9th and 10th in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Knoxville Convention Center
Free to GOA members
https://events.goa.org/goals/
If you were at GunCon and are attending GOALS. Don’t forget to get some pics with the cast to claim your free shirt.
## Descriptive Summary of Special Forces Accessories Discussion
**Introduction**
In this engaging discussion, James Reeves of TFBTV hosts two seasoned military veterans—Jimmy Cannon, retired from the 10th Special Forces Group, and Benny, a European special forces member—who share their insights on the **top five most essential gun accessories** for tactical scenarios. The conversation emphasizes **prioritization**, **practicality**, and **personal preferences**, offering valuable perspectives for firearm enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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### Center: Key Takeaways and Insights
#### 1. **Primary Rifle and Pistol Choices**
- **Jimmy's Rifle:**
- **Model:** Noveske Chainsaw with an 11.5-inch barrel and DDF barrel.
- **Rationale:**
- *Versatility in tight spaces and vehicle maneuvers.*
- *Compact length for unknown environments.*
- *Familiarity with the 11.5-inch barrel from background experience.*
- **Jimmy's Pistol:**
- **Model:** Glock 17
- **Reasoning:**
- *Common parts availability.*
- *Robust and cost-effective.*
- **Benny's Rifle:**
- **Model:** Piston-operated M4 platform (e.g., 416).
- **Barrel Length:** 10.5 to 11.5 inches.
- **Reasoning:**
- *Piston systems preferred for reliability.*
- *Familiarity with piston operation.*
- **Benny's Pistol:**
- **Model:** Glock 19, suitable for concealment and open carry.
#### 2. **Most Critical Accessory: Optic**
- **Benny's Priority:**
- **Optic Type:** Either a **1x6 LPVO** (e.g., Vortex Razer Gen 2) or a **red dot** with a 45° offset.
- **Reasoning:**
- *Enhanced engagement accuracy.*
- *Night fighting capability.*
- **Jimmy's Priority:**
- **Optic:** Aimpoint T2 with a Unity riser, integrating iron sights.
- **Reasoning:**
- *Durability and ease of use.*
- *Iron sight integration for redundancy.*
#### 3. **Second Most Important: Lighting**
- **Jimmy's Choice:**
- **Model:** Surefire Ultra Scout Light (e.g., 640 or Mini Scout).
- **Features:**
- *White light for visibility.*
- *Bright enough for tactical scenarios.*
- **Benny's Choice:**
- **Type:** High-quality sling (e.g., Black Trident or Pharaoh).
- **Reasoning:**
- *Essential for weapon control and carrying comfort.*
- *Supports quick maneuvering and stability.*
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